About this episode
This episode I'm joined by guest Rachel Hart who recounts her heart-stopping encounter with a hit-and-run accident in Venice, California. Walking with her eight-month-old son, Rachel faced a life-threatening situation when a reckless 16-year-old driver in a stolen car careened towards them. Through Rachel's courageous retelling, listeners will explore themes of trauma, resilience, and the indomitable bond between mother and child as she navigates through the harrowing aftermath of the incident. Rachel unveils the realities of law enforcement's response and the systemic failures that plagued her quest for justice. From grappling with unanswered questions to confronting the crisis within the justice system, Rachel delves into the unsettling complexities of urban life in Los Angeles. With honesty, she exposes the urgency for reform and community action amidst escalating crime rates and societal turmoil. Join Meghan and her guest as they dissect the repercussions of leniency, confront uncomfortable truths, and chart a course towards healing, justice, and collective empowerment. Through their candid dialogue, listeners are invited to confront the chaos of tragedy and explore pathways towards a brighter, safer future for all. This podcast is a place for trauma survivors as well as their friends and family. This is a safe environment to be vulnerable but it's also a place for celebration and moving forward. Let's all start to embrace who we are becoming by #mentalhealth #selfcare #self #judgingothers #judgingmeghan #suicideawareness #suicideprevention #survivor #abuserecovery #traumahealing #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #podcasts #selfhelp #addiction #addictionrecovery #lgbtqsupport # mentalhealthawareness # empathy #gambling #support # triumph # crime # venice #criticism # communityaction # johnmckiney #motherhood #justicesystem #justice #crimeinLA Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/judging-meghan/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices