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iChange Justice

Restorative Community Coalition with Host Joy Gilfilen

iChange Justice Podcast is in its Fourth season, broadcasting from Whatcom County and sharing raw conversations with people directly impacted by the intertwined crises of mental health, fentanyl addiction, poverty, homelessness, and incarceration. We bring together a diverse range of voices—from citizens to service providers, politicians to formerly incarcerated individuals—to explore the complex challenges facing our community and beyond.Our goal is to shed light on the lived experiences of those

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#214 - iChange Justice podcast presents a profoundly...

iChange Justice ·

2025/12/11

This first installment introduces Eveimai's groundbreaking plan for The Beyond Your Impossible Legacy Foundation. Co-hosts Joy Gilfilen and Karen Ball guide listeners through the vision for this new entity—a 508 C1A Private Membership Association—designed for global community service, advocacy, and spiritual inclusivity.At the heart of the foundation are the proposed Nurturing Development Centers. Eveimai describes these centers as tailored, two-year immersive journeys for individuals and

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00:50:22

#213 iChange Justice Podcast - The Survival/Thrival...

iChange Justice ·

2025/12/04

Host Joy Gilfilen and co-host Karen Ball launch a new conversational series with Elder and civil rights leader Mel Hoover (Mel-Rose Ministries). This episode begins the podcast's move into its Fifth Era as a converging network.Mel, born in 1944 into an "apartheid nation," contrasts his inherited unconditional love with the Constitution's "lie in terms of the actions" and reveals his Native American heritage. The hosts compare their three distinct generational stories

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01:03:44

#212 iChange Justice Podcast Investing in People,...

iChange Justice ·

2025/11/27

Join hosts Joy Gilfilen (Restorative Community Coalition) and criminal justice educator Karen Ball for a powerful installment as they explore the foundational principles driving the iChange Justice movement.This episode draws on five years of work and the wisdom of global, national, and local thought leaders. We dive into our core philosophy: "When we invest in punishment, we perpetuate harm; when we invest in people, we cultivate safety."In this episode, you'll hear the essential impact of insights

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00:48:19

#211 iChange Justice Podcat – Grassroots Reentry That...

iChange Justice ·

2025/11/20

Host Joy Gilfilen welcomes Larry Ballesteros—a Native American leader and symbol of deep resilience (tribal name: Bear from the Earth).Larry reveals his journey from incarceration to innovation, detailing how he co-created the grassroots Transitioning Offenders Program (TOP) after realizing the system was designed to fail those being released (leaving prison with only a $40 check).Larry and fellow inmates built a comprehensive, data-driven reentry network right from inside the walls. When audited by

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00:40:35

#210-iChange Justice Podcast Quantum Beings and the...

iChange Justice ·

2025/11/13

From the healing ceremonies at Wounded Knee to her work with the Grandmothers Society, Grandmother Ejna Jean Fleury shares a living teaching on consciousness, remembrance, and the return of the Divine Feminine.Host Joy Gilfilen welcomes Grandmother Ejna Jean Fleury — Miniconjou, Oglala, Hunkpapa, and Ihanktonwan of the Great Sioux Nation; First Peace Ambassador of the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe; and founder of the Crow Creek Kunsi / Unci Grandmothers Society, Divine Mothers Love, Sacred Earth Council,

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00:49:32

#209 – iChange Justice Podcast – From Chaos to...

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2025/11/07

#209 – iChange Justice Podcast – From Chaos to Coherence: Dr. Christine Habercorn on Community, Economics & the Future of JusticeHost- Joy Gilfilen and Karen Ball welcome Dr. Christine Habercorn, an elder stateswoman of civic leadership and long-time consultant with the Restorative CommUunity Coalition. With more than 50 years of political and community experience, Dr. Habercorn brings a rare perspective shaped by decades of business, activism, teaching, and global travel.Beginning her work in

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00:59:38

#208 – iChange Justice Podcast: How It All Works –...

iChange Justice ·

2025/10/30

Joy Gilfilen speaks about the evolution of the iChange Justice Podcast — how a lifetime of unexpected experiences shaped her understanding of law, leadership, and community transformation.For nearly five years, Joy has hosted the iChange Justice Podcast as a thought-leadership platform exploring how restorative justice, regenerative economics, and community empowerment intersect to build a more humane society. What began as a local conversation about jail reform and reentry in Whatcom County has

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00:39:14

#207 – iChange Justice Podcast – Ethics,...

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2025/10/23

#207 – iChange Justice PodcastEthics, Sustainability and Regeneration with Milt Markowitz This episode offers a refreshing, thoughtful, human-focused perspective on the future of life on Earth — one that begins not with technology, tools, or tactics, but with the ethical soil from which all lasting solutions must grow. Whether you’re working in community building, environmental advocacy, justice reform, or simply seeking to live with greater purpose, this conversation is an invitation to reimagine

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00:46:44

Episode 206 – Ripples of Healing: How Service...

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2025/10/16

206-iChange Justice Podcast – Ripples of Healing: How Service Transforms Communities with James WhiteHosted by Joy Gilfilen with co-host Karen BallWhat does it mean to live a life centered on service — not as a title, a role, or a retirement project, but as a daily practice that transforms the world around us? In this powerful new conversation, host Joy Gilfilen and co-host Karen Ball sit down with James White, founder of the ESATTA Cooperative, to explore how grassroots service and cooperative

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00:46:43

#205 iChange Justice Podcast “From Scarcity to...

iChange Justice ·

2025/10/08

Host Joy Gilfilen welcomes back Ilona Krohn, an economist whose research traces the hidden emotional and structural roots of our economic and social systems. Together they explore how the global obsession with profit and control has shaped local taxation, governance, and public safety — and how these deeply embedded behaviors are driving cycles of trauma, competition, and inequality in our communities.Ilona reveals how economic systems built on scarcity thinking have conditioned generations to

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00:48:43

#204 - iChange Justice Podcast -Peacemaking in...

iChange Justice ·

2025/10/02

In this inspiring episode, hosts Joy Gilfilen and Karen Ball welcome educator and peace advocate Kurt Krueger to discuss the transformative work of Peacemaker Circles. From stress-relief practices to global collaboration, Kurt shares how cultivating inner calm can ripple outward into families, communities, and societies.Listeners will learn simple tools for reducing stress and building resilience, hear stories of peace initiatives in refugee camps and communities worldwide, and discover the

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00:48:17

Episode #203 — How to Create a Successful Podcast for...

iChange Justice ·

2025/09/18

In this inspiring conversation, host Joy Gilfilen and co-host Karen Ball turns the spotlight toward the people behind the scenes of the iChange Justice Podcast to ask: Why do we podcast, how does it work, and what makes it impactful?Guests Jeannie Gilbert (Owner of Koys-LPFM), Ava Sakowski (Co-producer, iChange Justice Podcast), and Irene Morgan (Founder, Restorative Community Coalition) take listeners behind the curtain into the art and craft of podcasting as a tool for connection, education, and

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00:52:29

#202 iChange Justice Podcast - The Forgotten Safety...

iChange Justice ·

2025/09/18

Was it 25 or 30 years ago when Whatcom County and counties across the U.S. still had a strong network of prevention and recovery programs?Back then, a small army of outreach workers, counselors, and interventionists worked daily to keep people out of jail and on the path to healing. There were treatment centers, youth programs, crisis shelters, and community services that not only supported individuals but created an entire culture of care.That infrastructure is gone. The jobs in the helping culture

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00:46:38

#201- iChange Justice Podcast - Facing Our Past,...

iChange Justice ·

2025/09/10

The "iChange Justice" podcast is joined by a very special guest and longtime supporter of its mission, Mel Hoover. As an advisor, Hoover provides his unique perspective, helping to navigate the significant transitions and complex issues facing Whatcom County.The conversation with Mel begins with a personal journey, as he shares how he and his wife, both ministers and change agents, came to settle in the Pacific Northwest to be closer to their family. Mel, originally from the East Coast, reflects on

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00:56:47

#200 - iChange Justice Podcast -Discover the power of...

iChange Justice ·

2025/09/02

In a special milestone episode, Joy Gilfilen hosts a powerful conversation on restorative justice with Irene Morgan, founder of the Restorative Community Coalition. This episode, delves into how the justice system has shifted from a successful, community-based approach to a punitive, punishment-focused model. Morgan, who has decades of experience in this field, shares her journey and the lessons she has learned along the way.The discussion begins with Irene's early experience in the 1990s on a

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00:52:38

Beyond Punishment: Restorative Justice and the Path...

iChange Justice ·

2025/08/28

Beyond Punishment: Restorative Justice and the Path to Community HealingReady for a deep dive into justice? It's our 199th episode, and Whatcom County's own Joy Gilfilen is joined by Irene Morgan, the founder of the Restorative Community Coalition. Together, they're taking a hard look at the justice system as we know it, and they're not holding back.Irene shares her incredible journey, starting with her childhood and her early observations of how the "welfare system"

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00:53:52

#198 - iChange Justice Podcast - The Public Servant's...

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2025/08/21

In a compelling conversation, Joy Gilfilen welcomes Atul Deshmane, a dedicated public servant and Whatcom County resident, to the iChange Justice podcast. Deshmane, with his extensive background in clean energy and technology, offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing our communities. He begins by drawing a crucial distinction between a politician and a public servant, arguing that the latter's true purpose is to serve the public interest, not personal gain.The

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00:46:39

#197 iChange Justice Podcast- Journey through...

iChange Justice ·

2025/08/14

This week on the iChange Justice podcast, we're joined by John Fitzpatrick, a certified peer counselor with a unique perspective. John's journey began with a decades-long struggle with the justice system, starting at age six. But after a long history of incarceration, he’s found a new path, dedicating his life to helping others as a street outreach worker.John’s work in Longview, Washington, goes beyond simply offering a bed for the night. He's a living example of the "wraparound services" model, a

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00:54:59

#196 – iChange Justice Podcast - From Internal Peace...

iChange Justice ·

2025/08/07

Hosg, Joy Gilfilen, features a compelling conversation with criminal justice educator Karen Ball and Peacemaker Kurt Krueger. The discussion explores the transformative power of intentional change, bridging the gap between internal peace and external social activism. The panel delves into how personal belief systems and emotional integrity can create "quantum leaps" in individual performance and, by extension, societal transformation.Karen Ball introduces the concept of "sacred activism," which

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00:42:56

#195-iChange Justice Podcast, "A New Era of Justice,"...

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2025/08/03

Eric Flores: A New Era of Justice - Restorative CommUnity Coalition. A New Era of Justice: Eric Flores on Re-entry, Restoration, and Whatcom County's FutureIn a new episode of the iChange Justice podcast, host Joy Gilfilen introduces Eric Flores, the new president of the Restorative Community Coalition. Eric brings a unique blend of personal experience and professional insight to his new role.As a Care Coordinator with the Freedom Project, Eric works as a peer mentor, guiding individuals currently

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