Sound Justice: A CLS Podcast show

Sound Justice: A CLS Podcast

Summary: Sound Justice: A CLS Podcast is a podcast from two interns that highlight the work of Community Legal Services. An organization providing free civil legal aid to low income Philadelphians.

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Podcasts:

 Episode 12: Lili | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:08:35

On this episode of Sound Justice: A CLS Podcast, we talk to Lili Smack, a paralegal in the family advocacy unit. Along with Lili, we discuss how she became involved with CLS and how for the last 13 years she continues to be inspired by her clients and their stories.

 Episode 12: Lili | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:08:35

On this episode of Sound Justice: A CLS Podcast, we talk to Lili Smack, a paralegal in the family advocacy unit. Along with Lili, we discuss how she became involved with CLS and how for the last 13 years she continues to be inspired by her clients and their stories.

 Episode 11: Michael | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

In this episode of Sound Justice, CLS Supervising Attorney Mike Hollander talks about issues impacting immigrant workers, the use of data further legal work and policy advocacy, how his Expungement Generator has helped thousands of people get a second chance, and more.

 Episode 11: Michael | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

In this episode of Sound Justice, CLS Supervising Attorney Mike Hollander talks about issues impacting immigrant workers, the use of data further legal work and policy advocacy, how his Expungement Generator has helped thousands of people get a second chance, and more.

 Episode 10: Kristen | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:12:45

In Episode 10 of Sound Justice, Kristen Dama, an attorney in CLS’ Public Benefits Unit, talks about the process of getting Medicaid expanded in Pennsylvania, how her clients lives have changed since they have gained access to affordable health insurance, and how advocates can work with the government in order to make change.

 Episode 10: Kristen | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:12:45

In Episode 10 of Sound Justice, Kristen Dama, an attorney in CLS’ Public Benefits Unit, talks about the process of getting Medicaid expanded in Pennsylvania, how her clients lives have changed since they have gained access to affordable health insurance, and how advocates can work with the government in order to make change.

 Episode 9: Kathleen | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:11:41

In this episode of Sound Justice, Kathleen Creamer, Managing Attorney of CLS’ Family Advocacy Unit, talks to us about her work to ban the shackling of incarcerated pregnant women in Pennsylvania, how children of incarcerated parents are being forced into adoption, and the double-edged sword of technology in prisons.  

 Episode 9: Kathleen | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:11:41

In this episode of Sound Justice, Kathleen Creamer, Managing Attorney of CLS’ Family Advocacy Unit, talks to us about her work to ban the shackling of incarcerated pregnant women in Pennsylvania, how children of incarcerated parents are being forced into adoption, and the double-edged sword of technology in prisons.  

 Episode 8: Janet | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:10:35

In this episode of Sound Justice, CLS attorney Janet Ginzberg talks to us about post-Sandusky child abuse laws, how the child abuse registry impacts people for life, explicit workplace discrimination, and her lawsuit to end unconstitutional employment bans for health care workers with criminal records.

 Episode 8: Janet | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:10:35

In this episode of Sound Justice, CLS attorney Janet Ginzberg talks to us about post-Sandusky child abuse laws, how the child abuse registry impacts people for life, explicit workplace discrimination, and her lawsuit to end unconstitutional employment bans for health care workers with criminal records.

 Episode 7: Pam | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:12:41

On this episode of Sound Justice: A CLS Podcast, we are joined by CLS attorney Pam Walz. Pam is an advocate for seniors and people with disabilities. Pam's legal work focuses on helping vulnerable Philadelphians live and thrive comfortably in the community. In this episode, we talk about living at home as a civil rights issue, how guardianship can sometimes harm the people it is meant to help, and how CLS works to remove people from poorly managed facilities so they can live with dignity.

 Episode 6: Ron | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:11:51

On this episode of Sound Justice we are joined by Ron Ayler, a social worker in CLS’ Family Advocacy Unit (FAU). Ron engages us in an intriguing conversation about being a social worker at CLS and how 21st century technology has impacted his job and the clients he works with. He brings a unique perspective the challenges that parents face and the support systems they need in order for their families to thrive. He also talks about the importance of serving people in their own community. Join us today for captivating conversation with Ron.

 Episode 5: Joanna | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:11:55

Our guest for this episode of Sound Justice is Joanna Darcus, an attorney in the Homeownership and Consumer Rights Unit at CLS. In this episode, Joanna discusses her path to becoming an attorney and how she advocates on behalf of clients who have crippling debt. Joanna also talks about her work on CLS' Law Student Hiring Committee and her continued approach to helping law students become involved and engaged with social justice.

 Episode 5: Joanna | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:11:55

Our guest for this episode of Sound Justice is Joanna Darcus, an attorney in the Homeownership and Consumer Rights Unit at CLS. In this episode, Joanna discusses her path to becoming an attorney and how she advocates on behalf of clients who have crippling debt. Joanna also talks about her work on CLS' Law Student Hiring Committee and her continued approach to helping law students become involved and engaged with social justice.

 Episode 4: Claire and Jamie | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:16:55

In episode four of Sound Justice: A CLS Podcast, we are joined by Jamie Gullen, an attorney in the Employment Unit, and SSI attorney Claire Grandison, who is currently an Independence Foundation Fellow and recently completed her Stoneleigh fellowship. We discuss Claire and Jamie’s focus on providing holistic representation to young people, and the Youth Justice Project (YJP), which Claire and Jamie launched in collaboration with Jesse Krohn from Philadelphia Legal Assistance. Through the YJP, Claire and Jamie are working with other advocates and organizations who serve youth to develop an age-sensitive model for assisting young people with their intersecting legal issues, such as barriers to employment and benefits, as they transition to adulthood. We hear the stories that inspired Claire and Jamie to create the YJP, and about the roles advocacy and outreach play in securing stable and successful futures for youth who have experienced many obstacles.

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