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- Episodes
- 2025
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About Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell
Welcome to Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell. Here we will dispel myths, defend families, and demand justice. I am a double board certified physician in pediatrics and obesity medicine with over 20 years of clinical experience. I also have a certification in Diversity and Inclusion for Healthcare Executives. Please like, share, and subscribe if you desire content devoted to dispelling health misinformation, and offering solutions to mitigate those disparities.
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- Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell
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- health & fitness
- Language
- en
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- First episode
- 21 Dec 2025
- Latest episode
- 30 May 2026
Latest episodes
15 episodes in the feed.
30 May 2026
Episode 14 : Redistricting the South: What They Don't Want You to Know
Episode 13. She will discuss the critical issue of voter representation and the ongoing attacks on Black political power across the South. Join Dr. Jimmell as she breaks down recent developments in Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Alabama, highlighting the strategic efforts to dilute Black voting power. She will dispel myths about the redistricting efforts, review the numbers, and emphasize what is at stake for Black representation across the South. 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY) Introduction 00:31 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=31s) The coordinated attacks on Black political power 01:55 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=115s) Dispelling myths about redistricting 03:32 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=212s) Louisiana's congressional map changes 05:03 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=303s) Mississippi's shifting timeline for redistricting 07:01 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=421s) South Carolina's urgent redistricting call 10:19 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=619s) Georgia's special session on redistricting 11:47 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=707s) Tennessee's dismantling of Memphis representation 13:12 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=792s) Alabama's rally for voting rights 15:50 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=950s) The importance of midterm turnout 18:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bp789UIp-AY&t=1100s) How to defend families and demand justice Subscribe for insights from Dr. Jimmell #VoterRights (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/voterrights) #Redistrictingisnotaboutmaps (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/redistrictingisnotaboutmaps) #Protectthe6th (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/protectthe6th) #JusticeRoundswithDrJimmell (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/justiceroundswithdrjimmell)
30 May 2026
Episode 13: The Attack on the Voting Rights Act
In this episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell, we tackle the critical issue of the Voting Rights Act and its recent challenges. Join Dr. Jimmell as she explores the implications of the Supreme Court's decision on Section 2 and what it means for our democracy. Timestamps: 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw) Introduction 00:31 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=31s) Happy Mother's Day 01:01 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=61s) Overview of the Voting Rights Act 02:27 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=147s) Recent Supreme Court ruling 05:23 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=323s) Racial gerrymandering explained 08:18 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=498s) State responses to the ruling 12:31 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=751s) Personal reflections on representation 16:23 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=983s) The role of Chief Justice John Roberts 18:37 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=1117s) Myths about the Voting Rights Act 23:06 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=1386s) Empowering families to defend their voting rights 30:46 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=1846s) Action steps for community engagement 35:49 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PxJNw6oJOw&t=2149s) Conclusion and call to action Justice League, now that you are in the know about VRA what are you going to do to ensure that you maintain your right to have your voice represented by those you elect? Drop it in the comments! Subscribe for future content by Dr. Jimmell! #VotingRightsAct (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/votingrightsact) #JusticeRoundswithDr (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/justiceroundswithdr).Jimmell #Democracy (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/democracy)
30 May 2026
Episode 12: Femicide and Domestic Violence
The episode begins with Dr. Jimmell catching the Justice League up on what she has been up to since the last podcast episode over a month ago. Then she delves right into today's subject matter after the recent deaths of several Black women at the hands of intimate partners or family members. As always, she level sets with definitions of misogyny, domestic violence, and femicide. The episode then honors the lives of four Black women lost to femicide in the month of April: Dr. Cerina Fairfax, Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer, Pastor Tammy McCollum and Executive Director Barbara Deer. Dr. Jimmell dispels myths about domestic violence and femicide, helps to defend families by providing resources for finding help, and concludes with a call for justice and advocacy. Takeaways Femicide and domestic violence disproportionately impact Black women. Femicide is PREVENTABLE and is a public health and human rights issue. One in 4 women and one in 9 men experience severe intimate partner violence. Justice in cases of domestic violence and femicide is not only about punishment, but it is about accountability, survivor dignity (in cases where there is a survivor), prevention and a commitment to make sure the warning signs never end in another life lost. Chapters 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vq527e2ulec) Introduction and Return to Podcast 08:14 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vq527e2ulec&t=494s) Honoring the Lives of Black Women Lost to Femicide 14:02 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vq527e2ulec&t=842s) Dispelling Myths about Domestic Violence and Femicide
10 Mar 2026
Episode 11: Committing to Care About The Chronic Disease of Obesity
Dr. Jimmell discusses the complexities of obesity, debunks myths, and advocates for compassionate, evidence-based care. She emphasizes the importance of understanding obesity as a chronic disease and highlights treatment options, policy changes, and the need to eliminate weight bias. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Obesity Care Week 2026 and Its Theme 01:33 Obesity is a Disease, Not a Willpower Failure 02:18 Understanding BMI and Its Role in Obesity Classification 04:04 Childhood Obesity: Definitions and Growth Charts 05:40 The Seriousness of Severe Obesity and Its Risks 06:50 Obesity Statistics in the US and South Carolina 09:06 Personal Story: The Impact of Obesity on Dr. Jimmell’s Family 11:30 Common Myths About Obesity and the Truths 14:28 Supporting Families and Advocating for Better Care 16:30 Treatment Options: Lifestyle, Medications, and Surgery 20:49 The Role of Surgery and Medical Treatments in Obesity Management 22:28 Justice in Obesity Care: Policies and Compassionate Practice 23:26 Closing Remarks: Commit to Care and Justice
27 Feb 2026
Episode 10 : NIL Unmasked Truths, Family Impact & Justice in College Sports with 12Kyle
In this episode, Dr. Jimmell celebrates her 10th episode by inviting the person who encouraged her to launch Justice Rounds, Kyle. Kyle and Dr. Jimmell are lifelong friends who grew up together in Florence, SC. Kyle has been podcasting for 10 years and hosts The 12Kyle Podcast and the Rap Soul Podcast. He is also a former football player for SC State University and the nephew of Hall of Famer, Harry Carson of the NY Giants. Their conversation delves into the impact of NIL on college athletics, exploring the history, perspectives, and personal stories related to this topic. It also addresses the dispelling of myths and the impact of NIL on families, providing advice and insights for young athletes. The discussion highlights the shift from loyalty to individualism and capitalistic values in college sports. The conversation covers mental health challenges in young athletes, the importance of seeking trusted counsel, and demanding athletic justice. Dr. Jimmell ends by thanking Kyle for his role in encouraging her to launch Justice Rounds. his role in encouraging her to launch Justice Rounds.
16 Feb 2026
Episode 9 : Empowering Communities to Understand, Prevent, and Advocate for Heart Health
The episode's mission is to empower our communities to understand, prevent, and advocate for heart health. Dr. Jimmell then delves into heart attack statistics and shares her personal story of losing her mother and grandmother to heart attacks. She then goes on to discuss understanding heart attacks, dispelling myths, prevention and warning signs, resources for heart health, and demanding justice. The conclusion emphasizes the call to action for advocating for heart health, requesting cultural humility from your healthcare team and demanding the highest standards of care for every patient and family. Takeaways • Heart attacks affect people of all ages • Understanding risk factors is crucial Chapters • 00:00 Heart Attack Statistics • 06:47 Dispelling Myths • 12:14 Resources for Heart Health
16 Feb 2026
Episode 8 : Constitutional Rights Edition
The episode begins with a celebration of National Pediatricians Day, acknowledging the work of pediatricians and also the recent release of the 2026 immunization schedule by the American Academy of Pediatrics. It then delves into the topic of constitutional rights, discussing current events, the Bill of Rights, dispelling myths, everyday steps to protect rights, and demanding justice. The conversation emphasizes the fundamental importance of constitutional rights and the need for vigilance in protecting them. Takeaways • Constitutional rights are fundamental and affect every person in the United States • The Bill of Rights serves as a shield to protect the fundamental freedoms and liberties of the people Chapters • 00:00 National Pediatricians Day • 05:54 The Bill of Rights • 13:09 Demanding Justice and Conclusion
19 Jan 2026
Episode 7 : MLK 2026 Holiday Special Edition
This episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell, honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. In this 7th episode, Dr. Jimmell defines King and nonviolence and the beloved community, dispels myths about Dr. King and his commitment to nonviolence, advocates for families, and inspires action to live out Dr. King's legacy. Takeaways Honoring Dr. King's legacy through nonviolence and justice The pillars of the King Center's mission: building community through local impact, uniting a nation via courageous communication, and implementing nonviolence 365. Chapters 00:00 Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 05:39 Leading Nonviolent Change and Demanding Justice
19 Jan 2026
Episode 6 : Current Events Edition
On this episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell, she discusses the importance of vaccines and the impact of the new food pyramid guidelines. She also addresses the closure of the Corporation of Public Broadcasting, the tragic loss of lives, and the call for justice. The episode concludes with a discussion about the Monks Walk for Peace, spreading a message of nonviolence and unity. NOTE: This video was an edit of the previously done video as I misspoke about the killing of George Floyd and stated that he was shot and he was not. Takeaways Vaccine safety and importance Impact of new food guidelines Closure of Corporation of Public Broadcasting Tragic loss of lives and the call for justice The Monks Walk for Peace Chapters 00:00 Dispelling Myths: Vaccines and Food Guidelines 07:33 The Closure of Corporation of Public Broadcasting 18:02 The Monks Walk for Peace
3 Jan 2026
Episode 5 : Hope for the New Year: Rising Above Uncertainty
In this episode of Justice Rounds, Dr. Jimmell welcomes listeners to 2026, discussing the excitement and uncertainty that comes with a new year. The conversation highlights current health challenges, including rising measles and flu cases, and the impact of ACA subsidy expirations. Dr. Jimmell emphasizes the importance of personal change and behavioral change theory, offering practical strategies for setting achievable goals and building supportive networks. The episode also focuses on family empowerment and the significance of self-worth in demanding justice for oneself and others. Dr. Jimmell encourages listeners to embrace change, celebrate small wins, and practice self-compassion as they navigate the new year.
3 Jan 2026
Episode 4 : Surviving Grief During the Holiday Season
In this episode of Justice Rounds, Dr. Jimmell discusses the complexities of grief, especially during the holiday season. She shares personal experiences with loss, defines complicated grief, dispels common myths, and emphasizes the importance of community support and restorative justice. The episode aims to provide understanding and resources for those grieving, encouraging listeners to seek help and support one another.
21 Dec 2025
Episode 3 : Unmasking Kidney Disease and Advocating for Equity
This episode breaks down the statistics and myths about chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney failure (ESRD), dialysis and renal transplants. In this episode, I also discuss how this disease impacted me personally by sharing my big brother Lennard's journey. By the end of this episode, you should feel empowered to dispel myths, defend families, demand justice and advocate for equitable kidney disease care.
21 Dec 2025
Episode 2 : Misinformation Vaccine Hesitancy & Rise of Preventable Disease
Join Dr. Jimmell on this episode where she dispel common myths about vaccines, defend families with herd immunity and demand justice by ensuring accountability from our leaders and for ourselves to push back against harmful rhetoric about vaccine safety. Vaccines are safe as evidenced by decades of research and vaccines save lives...PERIOD!! Please share, like and subscribe to my YouTube channel @JusticeRoundswithDr.Jimmell
21 Dec 2025
Episode 1 : Black Maternal Mortality and Morbidity in the US and SC
In this inaugural episode of Justice Rounds with Dr. Jimmell: Dispelling Myths, Defending Families and Demanding Justice we take a look at Black maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States and South Carolina. Dr. Jimmell discusses the alarming national statistics, but also hones in on the statistics from SC, where she lives. Dr. Jimmell dispels common myths, while also discussing some root causes of this particular disparity. She offers ways to defend families by advocacy and support. She suggests ways to ensure justice by advocating for policy and institutional changes. Lastly, she offers resources for listeners for those who need support or want to get involved. Remember to stay informed, stay empowered and stay committed to justice.
21 Dec 2025
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