Welcome back to the MMP, family. This episode digs deep into the roots of violence and poverty that shape our streets and our lives. We take you back to the Great Depression and expose the harsh truth of redlining—how discriminatory housing policies carved up our neighborhoods and cut off opportunity for people of color. This ain't just history; it’s the foundation of the blight, food deserts, and toxic stress that keeps the cycle of violence spinning.

We break down how poverty traps brains in survival mode, making good choices feel impossible when resources are nowhere to be found. Through real stories from the block and science that explains why, we highlight why this cycle isn’t just about individuals, but systems set to keep whole communities down. You’ll hear the voices pushing back—youth perspectives, community leaders like Rob Pasker, and voices from Grits and Eggs on reparations and healing.

This episode isn’t about excuses, but understanding. It’s about shining light on the roots so we can grow something different—hope, solutions, and something real from the mud.

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