Just Words Podcasts 1-30

How I became a thug

This is the story of Darryl’s journey into corner life.

The children of West Baltimore share their dreams, fears

A walk in West Baltimore

Dante Wilson had devoted his life to trying to save kids from lives of violence and crime. We take a walk with him in his west Baltimore neighborhood.

A reason for hope

Beth has survived through depression, homelessness, and rehab. What comes next? She shares her dreams for the future.

Homeless and addicted

More on Beth, who lost her job due to an unexpected pregnancy and began using drugs. This is the story of her journey through homelessness and rehab.

Pregnant at age 44

The distance from living at home to living on the street wasn’t very far for Beth. An unexpected pregnancy was the beginning.

When the paycheck doesn't arrive

When a daughter gets shot

Sheila Christian-Canon has been living in a nightmare since her 14 year old daughter was caught in the crossfire of a possible gang turf battle.

Getting a job with a record

Terry is doing everything he can to defy Maryland's recidivism rate. But things are hard in the job market for a man with a record.

Being HIV Positive

Terry reveals that he is HIV positive. He shares how he thinks he contracted the disease, and what he thinks it means for his future.