In this timely and powerful conversation, I joined as a co-host to reflect on the legacy of Hurricane Katrina—a disaster that was far more than a storm. Nearly two decades later, Katrina still stands as a symbol of systemic failure, racial and economic inequality, and the resilience of displaced and devastated communities.
We dove into what really made Katrina so catastrophic—not just the wind and water, but the collapse of levees, delayed emergency response, and long-standing neglect of vulnerable communities like the Lower Ninth Ward. We explored how the aftermath of the storm reshaped the population and soul of New Orleans, why some neighborhoods recovered quickly while others remain scarred, and how failed recovery programs like “The Road Home” left thousands behind.
Our discussion also highlighted the deeper truths about housing injustice, infrastructure failures, and how disaster response must be rooted in equity. With climate change bringing more intense storms, the lessons of Katrina remain painfully relevant.
This is not just a history lesson—it's a call to remember, rebuild, and demand justice.
🔗 Tune in to the full conversation and join us in honoring the stories of those who lived, lost, and survived.
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