In this episode, Erica Atwood and Scott Charles, Trauma Outreach Manager, Temple University Hospital, discuss the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States and specifically in Philadelphia, highlighting the need for hospital-based interventions and gun safety measures, while also addressing…
I Know Your Name
by I Know Your Name Podcast
I Know Your Name is a monthly interview podcast hosted by Erica Atwood that explores the complex issue of gun violence by featuring conversations with people who work in or have been affected by gun violence. Through these interviews, listeners get to know the names of the people behind the work and hear their personal stories of resilience, hope, and insights into the impacts of gun violence on communities. The podcast seeks to amplify the voices of those who are often overlooked or ignored, and to raise awareness and promote solutions to the critical issue of ending gun violence.
Latest Episodes
In this podcast episode, Assata Thomas, Executive Director, Office of Reentry Partnerships, discusses her mission and work in disrupting the cycles of racism and supporting individuals impacted by mass incarceration. She serves those who have been incarcerated or affected by the criminal justice sys…
In this podcast episode, John Solomon, Founder of Endangered Kind, discusses the role of social media in gun violence and what is currently working in prevention and intervention. He emphasizes the importance of consistency in caring for young people who are vulnerable to violence and building trust…
In this episode of "I Know Your Name," Erica talks with Adara Combs, Victim Advocate for the Office of the Victim Advocate (OVA). She is the first victim advocate to serve in the position for the city of Philadelphia. Adara's job is to amplify the voices of those impacted by gun violence and to serv…
The Philadelphia Group Violence Intervention (GVI) program is a law enforcement strategy that collaborates with various city departments and community members to identify and engage individuals associated with groups that are driving gun violence.
Current Director, Deion Sumpter joins Erica in this…
The episode features an insightful conversation between Erica Atwood and Anthony Smith, Executive Director of Cities United, as they discuss the importance of prioritizing gun violence prevention and holding elected officials accountable.
The conversation touches on the challenges faced in implemen…
Welcome to the first episode of "I Know Your Name" with host, Erica Atwood. Erica is the Senior Director of the Criminal Justice & Public Safety Cluster in the city of brotherly love (Philadelphia). This introductory episode provides a heartfelt and personal insight into the her background and missi…
The I Know Your Name podcast is a show about getting to know the individuals and communities that are most affected by gun violence in the city of Brotherly love. On it you’ll hear stories of hope, redemption, and what is actually being done to prevent violence in a city that's seen over 500 homicid…