In this final episode of season one of The Fallout Chronicles podcast, co-hosts Michelle and Marta reflect on the season’s journey and introduce their special guest, Stacey Burgess, a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in trauma therapy. Stacey discusses her impactful book 'Empowering Children of Incarcerated Parents,' which provides practical exercises for children aged 7-12. She shares personal experiences and professional insights on trauma, including the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in children, and therapeutic approaches like EMDR and somatic therapy. Stacey also opens up about her own challenges and strategies adopted while raising and adopting children from foster care, one of whom is currently incarcerated. Her dialogue offers educators, parents, and therapists valuable strategies for helping children navigate trauma and envision a hopeful future.

In this poignant episode on The Fallout Chronicles, we delve into the often overlooked impact of parental incarceration. Our guest, Megan Sullivan—a respected associate professor at Boston University and author of 'Parental Incarceration, Personal Accounts and Developmental Impact'—shares her personal journey and academic insights. Megan discusses her father's incarceration, the emotional and financial toll it took on her family, and her mission to create inclusive classrooms. This episode underscores the complex nuances of incarceration's impact on children and families, offering valuable perspectives for educators, policymakers, and those affected by similar experiences. Join us for an enlightening discussion that blends personal narrative with professional expertise to shed light on a critical social issue. You can find Megan Sullivan's books here:

Parental Incarceration: Personal Accounts and Developmental Impact: https://amzn.to/4hcMSmm

Clarissa’s Disappointment: https://amzn.to/40u5FUG

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In this episode of The Fallout Chronicles, hosts Marta Masferrer and Michelle Becerra welcome celebrated author and commentator Wajahat Ali. Ali shares his deeply personal narrative about his parents' sudden arrest in 2002, in the wake of 9/11, under Operation Cyberstorm for alleged software piracy involving Microsoft. He recounts the traumatic experience of handling his parents' incarceration as a 21-year-old, the financial and emotional fallout, and the community betrayal. Ali highlights the broader implications of criminal justice on immigrant families and the stigma associated with incarceration. Despite these hardships, Ali discusses how these events shaped his career in writing and commentary, offering a nuanced perspective on the American dream and incarceration. To learn more about Wajahat Ali:

Book: Go Back to Where You Came From Substack: lefthook.substack.com @WajahatAli facebook.com/wajali http://www.thelavinagency.com/speakers/wajahat-ali