Until We Confront The Darkness Of OUR Past, The Darkness Of OUR Past Coming Back To Haunt Us Is Inevitable.

In June 2022, I had the heartfelt honor of sitting down with Cherie Johnson—actress, author, and host of Cherie’s World Podcast—to share one of the most personal and difficult chapters of my life.

During our conversation, I opened up about being wrongfully incarcerated twice in Texas juvenile detention centers. What many saw from the outside as a troubled teen was actually a misunderstood, misdiagnosed young woman trying to survive a system that was never built to protect her.

I spoke candidly about the realities of life inside the juvenile justice system, the emotional and psychological scars that lingered long after release, and the ongoing journey of healing, rebuilding, and rising—not just for myself, but for others like me.

This interview marked a pivotal moment in my storytelling journey. It gave me the courage to publicly acknowledge my past and the power to rewrite the narrative from victim to visionary.

A special thank you to Cherie Johnson for creating a safe space for raw and honest conversations like mine. Your platform continues to shine light on untold stories, and I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to share mine.

You can listen to the full interview here: Cherie’s World Podcast – Amy Broadnax Interview (June 15, 2022)

Follow Cherie and support her incredible work:
📸 Instagram: @cheriejohnson75
🌐 Website: www.therealcherie.com
📧 Contact: cheriesworldpodcast@gmail.com

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