21 episodes

Life in the Balance is a monthly program that asks: What are the systemic issues in Baltimore that keep marginalized people from reaching their full potential, and what are the solutions to those problems?
Each episode is rooted in an individual's story about overcoming a personal hurdle related to one of these systemic issues. It might be homelessness, drug abuse, or a post-incarceration employment struggle. This narrative engages the listener throughout the program as concerned stakeholders, local non-profits, academics, authors, and politicians also hear the testimonial and offer their best solutions.

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    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 3 Ratings

Life in the Balance is a monthly program that asks: What are the systemic issues in Baltimore that keep marginalized people from reaching their full potential, and what are the solutions to those problems?
Each episode is rooted in an individual's story about overcoming a personal hurdle related to one of these systemic issues. It might be homelessness, drug abuse, or a post-incarceration employment struggle. This narrative engages the listener throughout the program as concerned stakeholders, local non-profits, academics, authors, and politicians also hear the testimonial and offer their best solutions.

    Finding Healing through the Arts

    Finding Healing through the Arts

    Finding Healing through the Arts

    • 50 min
    Getting By in Baltimore

    Getting By in Baltimore

    Getting By in Baltimore

    • 49 min
    Gun Violence as a Public Health Crisis

    Gun Violence as a Public Health Crisis

    Gun Violence as a Public Health Crisis

    • 50 min
    Changing Lives through Mentorship

    Changing Lives through Mentorship

    Changing Lives through Mentorship

    • 50 min
    Finding Confidence in Clothes

    Finding Confidence in Clothes

    Finding Confidence in Clothes

    • 50 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
3 Ratings

3 Ratings

Kendra Q ,

Love this podcast

I love the space given to discuss the topics social issues brought to light in this podcast. The way they follow people’s individual stories humanizes the social issue in a unique way. I have loved every episode so far!

A Rajan ,

Brilliant Storytelling, Excellent format!

Loving the format of following one person’s story to understand the wider perspective on social issues! Looking forward to future episodes.

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