Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 239: New York Tells Story of Going From Lifer to Redemption
Rahsaan \u201cNew York\u201d Thomas grew up in the notorious Brownsville section of Brooklyn, New York, where he faced gun violence, bullying, redlining, abusive policing policies, generational incarceration, and drug infestation.\n\nHe ended up with a 55 to life sentence. But while at San Quentin, he turned his life around and became a writer, curator, director, producer, social justice advocate, restorative justice circle keeper, youth counselor, and runner.\nHe is most known as \u201cNew York\u201d on the Pulitzer Prize finalist and Dupont Award-winning podcast Ear Hustle. \n\nIn February 2023, he earned parole and continues work to help others develop their talent and continues to co-host Ear Hustle, make films, and serve on boards.\n\nListen as Everyday Injustice talks with New York about his life journey.