Defending Black Girlhood

Following a chance meeting, we are joined in conversation with Carla Williams, former classmate and friend of Erika Hill. In remembering her, she reveals a heartbreaking moment before Erika's disappea...

31 Maj 20201h 12min

In this "Beyond the Conversation," creative director, Cassandra Marzette, joins our host, Lilada,  and guest, Jyneeva, in a raw and unfiltered conversation about Erika Hill and the challenges we face ...

24 Maj 202022min

In part two of this conversation, we go one-on-one with Jyneeva Hunt, who continues her emotional testimony of Erika Hill’s impact on her life.  Jyneeva’s heart and actions suggest that the answer to ...

24 Maj 202047min

As we continue to explore Erika Hill’s story, it’s been difficult finding anyone who was both close to Erika and willing to speak on her behalf. In a chance conversation with Jackie Hunt, who knew Tay...

17 Maj 20201h 8min

Whew, chile! That conversation with Monica Caldwell left us with so many questions and many more leads. This week we talk with Sara Knutson, Erika’s teacher who had an incredibly pivotal role in her l...

10 Maj 20201h 1min

In this "Beyond the Conversation," Lilada continues her discussion with former school social worker, Monica Caldwell, as they explore the crucial impact of "White Womaness" on defending Black girlhood...

3 Maj 202018min

Each week we are joined in conversation with some of the key friends, educators, and community members who were present in Erika’s story. We invite you to help reflect on missed steps as we work to an...

3 Maj 202057min

Answering the question, “Who killed Erika Hill?” is very complicated. In her tragic story of life and death, we will discover that not only is it true that it takes a village to raise a child - it tak...

26 Apr 202014min