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Episode 12: Backpack Full of Trauma

Release Date: 11/11/2024

Bad Neighborhoods

In this episode, Alex Bruzan explores the concept of the “adjacent possible”—the untapped potential for social change and community growth based on existing conditions. Drawing from his experiences in Milwaukee’s 53206 neighborhood, Alex discusses how small, incremental steps—like repurposing abandoned spaces, improving housing, and fostering local pride—can spark meaningful transformation in underserved communities. Through personal stories of neighborhood revitalization, poverty alleviation, and education, Alex illustrates how social justice work can create a more equitable,...