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Defending Black Girlhood

May 31, 2020

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 disappearance in 2004. 

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May 24, 2020

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 when using “mental health” as a scapegoat.

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May 24, 2020

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 Erika’s deep, dark, and complex situation was easy enough for a 12-year-old to figure out. Get close enough to take...


May 17, 2020

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 Taylin Marie Hill, a friend of Erika’s was discovered: Jackie’s daughter, Jyneeva.

Part one of the emotional...


May 10, 2020

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 life. Tune in as she details the moments leading to the reveal of Erika’s horrifying secret. 

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