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Hey there! Welcome to The After School Podcast, where high schoolers Cris and Ajani dive into the world of law enforcement with the people who know it best—police officers. This isn’t just another podcast; it’s where the real conversations happen. Our show is all about giving teens a platform to ask those burning questions about what it’s like to be an officer and how they handle the big issues facing our communities today. Every episode, Cris and Ajani bring you face-to-face with cops from ...
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06. Media Lies vs. Law Enforcement the Real Cost of Negative Portrayals and the Chilling 'Watcher' Case
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In this episode, Ajani sits down with Detective Chris Jackens from the Union County Prosecutor's Office. Chris dives into the complexities of modern law enforcement, challenging the media’s portrayal of police and revealing the day-to-day realities of his work. He also shares an eerie account of the infamous "Watcher" case from Westfield, a story t…
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05. Behind the Badge: A Detective's Unfiltered Take on Gun Violence and Starting Law Enforcement at 30
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In this episode, Cris sits down with Detective Nora Berrio, who opens up about the harsh realities of working in law enforcement. From the adrenaline rush of chasing cases to the emotional toll of dealing with gun violence and the mental strain of balancing work and home life, Detective Berrio shares her journey from corporate life to becoming a de…
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04. Who’s the Judge? Detectives Debate Gun Use and Mental Health in Policing
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In this compelling episode, Cris sits down with Detectives Shameko Greene and Natasha Ruiz to tackle the heated debate around gun use and police involvement in mental health crises. The detectives share their personal journeys, the emotional toll of the job, and why they believe police should play a role in situations that challenge the justice sys…
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03. What It Takes to Bring Justice: A Conversation with Sergeant Lamar Hartsfield
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In this episode, Ajani sits down with Sergeant Lamar Hartsfield to discuss the realities of working in homicide, the challenges he faced growing up, and his journey to becoming a sergeant. Tune in to hear how Sergeant Hartsfield brings justice to families and why he loves his job, despite the long road it took to get there.…
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01. Survival vs. Crime: Real Talk with Hoodie Award Nominees
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In this episode of After School Podcast, Cris sits down with Guy and Shawanda, nominees from the Hoodie Awards, to talk about what really drives people in tough neighborhoods. It's not about wanting to do wrong—it's about survival. Guy and Shawanda share their thoughts on what it takes to make a community safer and why everyone deserves a chance at…
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02. Hitman Regret & Healing Through Words: A Live Talk with Author Christina Diabate
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In this live episode of After School Podcast, Ajani sits down with Christina Diabate, who shares the raw and emotional journey behind her new book Pain and Purpose: The Divorce Story. Christina opens up about the dark moment when she considered hiring a hitman and how she ultimately chose a path of healing instead. Tune in to hear how writing helpe…
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