017 - Hope & Unity: Overcoming Despair with Dr.Joy DeGruy

In this powerful and soul-stirring episode of Not All Hood, hosts Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Candace Kelley sit down with the brilliant Dr. Joy DeGruy to tackle one of the most pressing questions of our time: How do we keep hope alive in a world designed to break us? Dr. DeGruy unpacks the deep psychological and historical layers of trauma that affect Black communities and explains why we—yes, YOU—are the evidence of hope. She discusses unity as the key to liberation, the myth of meritocracy, and the generational fight against systemic oppression. With real stories and raw emotions, this conversation will leave you empowered, inspired, and ready to build a stronger, more united future. "When people know better, they do better." — Dr. Joy DeGruy Tap in, listen up, and join the movement. Hope is not lost—it’s in us! Subscribe for more groundbreaking conversations!