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FAITH, RESILIENCE, AND TRANSFORMATIVE JUSTICE WITH SHIMA BAUGHMAN

Season 1, Ep. 36

In this week’s episode, Casey dives into an engaging conversation with Shima Baughman, a distinguished professor and criminal justice advocate. Shima shares her incredible journey from growing up in a war-torn Iran to arriving in the United States, her family’s escape from war and political imprisonment, and how those experiences shaped her passion for criminal justice reform and faith-based initiatives.


Shima opens up about her childhood during the Iranian Revolution and her family’s struggle. She delves into her academic and professional journey, including her impactful work in Africa and her mission to bring faith into the lives of inmates.


Join us as Shima discusses the power of forgiveness, the importance of community, and her vision for a criminal justice system rooted in faith and rehabilitation. This episode is a profound exploration of resilience, leadership, and the transformative power of faith.

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