What happens when communities come together to reimagine public safety and invest in care, dignity, and justice? In this powerful year-end recap, we explore the incredible journey of Reimagining Safety in 2024. From 70 screenings across 46 cities to heartfelt conversations with changemakers, this episode of Conversations for the People dives into the impact of grassroots movements that are transforming our world.

Matthew Solomon reflects on the challenges, triumphs, and unforgettable moments of 2024, including highlights from the Atlanta Reimagining Safety Festival, Sacramento, Denver, and more. With inspiring stories from activists, musicians, and community leaders, this episode celebrates the power of collective action and offers hope for a brighter future.

Get inspired, get involved, and help create a future where everyone is cared for. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to stay connected with Conversations for the People!

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction: Reflecting on a groundbreaking year

0:29 – Welcome and overview of 2024 highlights

10:31 – Screenings and discussions from Sacramento to Atlanta

20:06 – What’s next: Upcoming screenings and calls to action

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Discover the untold truths behind modern policing, protests, and systemic oppression in this powerful conversation with journalist Chuck Modiano. A veteran in movement journalism, Chuck reveals how marginalized voices are silenced, the role of media in perpetuating systemic injustice, and the deep ties between policing in America and global oppression.

In this episode, Chuck shares his experiences from the streets—covering protests, exposing lies, and amplifying the voices of the unheard. We delve into the role of the deadly exchange between U.S. policing and Israeli forces, the rise of cop cities, and what liberation could truly look like when we divest from oppressive systems and reinvest in community-driven solutions.

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🌟 Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro: Who is Chuck Modiano?

2:19 - Meeting Chuck: Impact of Reimagining Safety

4:11 - Movement Journalism vs. Corporate Media

9:22 - Policing & Genocide: The Bigger Picture

20:11 - The Role of Protests in Real Change

35:56 - Deadly Exchange: U.S. Policing & Israeli Tactics

43:28 - What Liberation Could Look Like

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How do we resist the “cop in our heads” and transform cycles of oppression in our lives? In this powerful episode, Matthew Solomon sits down with Nikki Blak—writer, teacher, and featured voice in Reimagining Safety—to unpack how we can make real change starting within ourselves and in our communities. Nikki shares her journey of internal liberation, redefining parenting, and creating tools for community healing through her work with the Interrupt Series. This episode is for anyone ready to dive deep into emotional regulation, rethinking power dynamics, and fostering true collective care.

In This Episode:

00:00 – Intro to Nikki Blak & Episode Theme

02:32 – Nikki in Reimagining Safety and Audience Reactions

09:28 – Emotional Regulation and Breaking Down Inner Policing

20:00 – Parenting, Boundaries, and Breaking Generational Cycles

28:07 – The Interrupt Series: Workshops, Tools, and Liberation

35:23 – Horror Films, Liberation, and Black Representation in Media

42:51 – Closing Thoughts and Ways to Take Action

About Reimagining Safety 🎬

Want to learn more about Reimagining Safety? This documentary dives into new approaches to community care, public safety, and justice.

Visit http://reimaginingsafetymovie.com to find screenings, stream the film, or host a screening of your own.

Connect with Nikki Blak:

The Interrupt Series

Led by Nikki Blak, the Interrupt Series offers workshops and discussions focused on dismantling systems of oppression and creating change from the inside out. Check out more at http://interruptseries.com and follow on Instagram http://instagram.com/interruptseries for updates on workshops, events, and more.

🎙️ Interrupting White Feminism Podcast

Tune into Nikki’s limited series podcast, Interrupting White Feminism, where she dives into the intersections of feminism, race, and liberation. Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, or visit http://interruptingwhitefeminism.com.

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