S2E2: The 3rd Grade Prison Pipeline & Putting NBA YoungBoy on Trial with Carrie BuntainS2E2: The 3rd Grade Prison Pipeline & Putting NBA YoungBoy on Trial with Carrie Buntain
APC Recovery Cafe
Carrie Buntain discusses juvenile justice, intergenerational trauma, and innovative solutions for at-risk youth. Learn about her work with the Family Resource Center.
48:07•19 Feb 2026
Breaking Cycles: From Juvenile Justice to Hopeful Futures
Episode Overview
- Carrie Buntain discusses the connection between third-grade reading levels and future incarceration risks.
- The Family Resource Center provides crisis management and case planning for families in need.
- Innovative programs like Restore help stabilize families and offer alternatives to at-risk youth.
- Mock trials and educational workshops aim to teach healthier decision-making.
- Systemic issues like lack of parental accountability and housing challenges are addressed.
“When NBA YoungBoy was coming to town, our kids had a mock trial. They put NBA YoungBoy on trial and found him guilty.”
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode of APC Recovery Cafe, Carrie Buntain, the Executive Director of the Family Resource Center, reveals the harsh realities of the juvenile justice system and the impact of intergenerational trauma. Carrie shares her journey from social worker to prosecutor and her dedication to creating resources for at-risk youth.
The discussion takes a deep dive into the '3rd Grade Prison Pipeline,' highlighting how a child's life trajectory can be predicted by their reading level in the third grade. With a touch of humour, Carrie recounts how her team conducted a mock trial for rapper NBA YoungBoy, aiming to educate kids on making healthier choices. Through innovative programs like the Restore initiative, Carrie and her team work tirelessly to break cycles of violence and offer hope to families in crisis.
By blending law, social work, and a touch of personal flair, Carrie brings a fresh perspective to addressing systemic issues and supporting vulnerable communities. Are you ready to explore how small interventions can lead to big changes?
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