Gill hangs out with Joseph Valadez, a man who spent half of his adult life in prison has graduated from Cal State Long Beach and received his Masters Degree in Sociology.
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What if you could journey through the life of someone who grew up in a Mexican American community during the Civil Rights Era, experienced substance abuse, and then made a triumphant comeback to help others? Our powerful conversation with Joseph Veladez, a baby boomer from Orange County, California, will take you through his story of resilience and determination. We cover his early life during significant events such as the Chicano Walkout and the Vietnam War, and how substance use at a young age led to his eventual path to recovery.
Joseph opens up about his experiences with addiction and how a pivotal moment led him to seek help through a rehabilitation program. From there, we discuss his journey of overcoming adversity, including graduating with honors from Cal State University of Long Beach and recently completing his master's degree in social work. Joseph also delves into the challenges of systemic racism and the importance of pursuing personal goals.
Lastly, we explore Joseph's ongoing work with Project Kinship, a gang prevention program in Santa Ana, California, helping system-impacted youth. His experiences overcoming imposter syndrome in the classroom and the power of community support further demonstrate his dedication to making a difference in the lives of others. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that is sure to leave a lasting impact on
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"King without a Throne" is performed by Bad Hombres
