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EP 235: Becoming the Brave One: Amanda Carrasco on Surviving Trauma, Embracing Restorative Justice, and Reclaiming Her Voice

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In this powerful episode of The Criminologist Podcast, Joseph Arvidson sits down with author, restorative justice advocate, and survivor Amanda Carrasco. Her debut memoir, Becoming the Brave One, chronicles her harrowing journey through childhood trauma, systemic injustice, and ultimately, transformation through healing and storytelling.

Amanda opens up about the writing process, and why accountability, not punishment, should be the cornerstone of a truly restorative justice system. Her work challenges practitioners, policymakers, and survivors alike to imagine a world where courage and compassion coexist.

If you've ever wondered what it means to not just survive, but to thrive — this is the episode for you.

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  • The emotional and intellectual process of writing Becoming the Brave One

  • Amanda's experience with restorative justice — and why survivors need a voice, not vengeance

  • Advice for justice professionals who work with survivors of complex trauma

  • The healing power of storytelling — and the risks of staying silent

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In this powerful episode of The Criminologist Podcast, Joseph Arvidson sits down with author, restorative justice advocate, and survivor Amanda Carrasco. Her debut memoir, Becoming the Brave One, chronicles her harrowing journey through childhood trauma, systemic injustice, and ultimately, transformation through healing and storytelling.

Amanda opens up about the writing process, and why accountability, not punishment, should be the cornerstone of a truly restorative justice system. Her work challenges practitioners, policymakers, and survivors alike to imagine a world where courage and compassion coexist.

If you've ever wondered what it means to not just survive, but to thrive — this is the episode for you.

📚 Learn More About Amanda Carrasco 📱 Follow Amanda on Social Media 🔗 Episode Highlights
  • The emotional and intellectual process of writing Becoming the Brave One

  • Amanda's experience with restorative justice — and why survivors need a voice, not vengeance

  • Advice for justice professionals who work with survivors of complex trauma

  • The healing power of storytelling — and the risks of staying silent

🎧 Connect With The Criminologist Podcast

If this conversation moved you, please:

  • ⭐ Leave us a review

  • 📲 Share this episode

  • 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews exploring desistance, neuroscience, trauma, and transformational justice

Thank you for supporting voices that matter.

  continue reading

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