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Meek Mill, Celebrity Justice Warrior-S1 E13

Philly rapper Meek Mill is our featured celebrity justice warrior.  From being locked up to performing in front of thousands of fans, Meek has seen dramatic highs and lows in his ascent to rap superstardom.  His legal woes are a lightning rod for criminal justice reform.  Meek Mill recently created the Reform Alliance with powerful allies including Van Jones, Jay-Z, and Michael Rubin with the goal of repairing America’s broken parole and probation system.  Hosted by Dion Mitchell and Mehul Anjaria.  A Zero Cliff Media production.

Kim Kardashian West, Celebrity Justice Warrior-S1 E12

Crime Redefined’s second episode in a series highlighting celebrity justice warriors.  Kim Kardashian West has quickly become a prominent figure in criminal justice reform.  She has met with the President, advocating for clemency for Alice Marie Johnson and for the First Step Act. Teaming with Shawn Holley and Van Jones, Ms. Kardashian West has obtained big results by leveraging her passion, celebrity, and influence.  She has also visited a women’s prison and offered to pay rent for Matthew Charles, one of the first prisoners released due to the First Step Act. We discuss what drove her to this new calling and her ongoing work in this area.  Hosted by Dion Mitchell and Mehul Anjaria.  A Zero Cliff Media production.