Danny Young - The Joyful Protector

Before he left his St. Louis neighborhood, twelve friends lost their lives to violence. He knew he needed to go. His father did, too. Hear how Danny Young found his way to the Marines, to California and into a two decades long career in law enforcement. And he found his way to Christ, too. He's also an ordained minister.

Favorite movies: A Few Good Men; Crimson Tide and Glory.

Favorite words: Maya Angelo's "When people show you who they are, believe them the first time."

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About this podcast: In each episode, a Brother reflects on his life; explores the experience of being a Black man in America; shares his interactions with law enforcement; and answers the signature question "If America was a woman, what would you say to her? You won't find a collection of conversations with Black men like this anywhere else. Hear their wisdom. Be inspired.

Host, Rahbin Shyne, is an author, educator, creative and avid half-marathon walker.

Special thanks to Sonji Walker, Shedrick Sanders, Abigail Gonzalez, Don Davis and William Hamilton for their generous support.