The 411 Live podcast is a platform where you can learn about issues that impact your community, state and the world. It is designed to eduate and help people in the community better themselves by giving them inspiration, hope, education and direction that will motivate them to better their lives and their community as a whole. It is comprised of interviews and a wide range of information on various topics like health, schools, social issues, history, economics, real life stories, and justice.
S12 Ep 5 - She Met the Young Man Who Killed Her Son Face-to-Face
A mother loses her 14-year-old son to gun violence. Then, at 3 a.m., she receives a phone call from the young man who shot him.
In this deeply personal episode of The 411 Live, host Beverly Taylor sits down with Commit Everett, whose 14-year-old son, Bryant, died after being shot on December 28, 2024.
Commit takes us back to the devastating phone call, arriving at Children's Hospital, and the moment she learned her son didn't survive. Then came another call—this time from the young man responsible for the shooting.
His first question: “Is Bryant okay?”
Commit's response: “You killed my son.”
But this story doesn't end with anger.
Commit shares her complicated journey through grief, anger, faith, and ultimately forgiveness including her decision to meet face-to-face with the young man who killed her son before his release from jail.
Today, she's turning unimaginable pain into purpose by speaking with young people about gun violence, mental health, stolen cars, grief, and how one split-second decision can change multiple lives forever.
Key Moments
03:18 — The Phone Call That Changed a Mother's Life
07:18 — The Shooter Calls Her From Jail at 3 A.M.
09:01 — “I Tried to Hate Him, But I Couldn't”
13:01 — Her Message to Young People About Guns & Mental Health
22:03 — Coming Face-to-Face With Her Son's Shooter
25:52 — Turning Grief Into a Mission to Save Other Kids
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgLGERB4Ph0&t=0s)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW5VWWpZaHVacEtDSmRYMHpTY1lDd2h4c0NwZ3xBQ3Jtc0trM2JsOElMODhQYlZJYWRDbkRoRktKUUswZXdaR21feXl0Sl9wb0dOVlhDV050ejdMd3E0RmlVbW1BcW52eUZjVkJJRWVaaDFXQ3lRMFpweUtQZmxaNGJ4OGQ0U1ZJZHMxTDc3SkN3NEtZZ1lhQzVuaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FThe411Live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW5lanROaDRQM2lxUlEzakhEeVNMdlNwdnp3d3xBQ3Jtc0trTHRxMTlGTHM5VElHZk1HRjVSTVJsUnNQOVNmUWlwZXpSOW5sN1VlMFNnZzZmb09kZnk5TE5WQ3R5b05jRjV1eXJaNTlRUGV2ejBlNjNTb2RtWEg0T0Rleklrckl2WjRUTTRCZ0ZlelZLOUg1T3h0bw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FThe411Live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the411live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjVEMzVSdEpkM1R4NzhsTHFNWHB2Um5pSEtZUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZHFrRk9CRVg5SDZJLTh0SkQwOF9EdHd4X1ctb1NoWTg5ZU1hZWFMdkw1VmVCVk1zNG94aGlkY2xoWWJYNUtuVmRWdE9zRDFPVTltelFGRm5taFU5NlZyRlVveTZMbi1ucmNUblp1Rm4tUGc3SjBDWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fthe411live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009)
iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/ (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a (https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a)
Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT (https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT)
Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529 (https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529)
If you have suggestions for future episodes, go to our website, https://the411live.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmlHQm1Oa0VyYTlxczZIQlNhOWR0bk5KTVQ2UXxBQ3Jtc0tuYi0wNU4xaXRDVm9IZnhPSU1DNXlXRDhibmhZdjZHT3E1ekxwRHBtOVNMbDBLY3RoSXVNUE92TEZrWFkzc1o1T1dEMS1NMXZqc2VXOVFKcWpLTWVza0Q1TGFzVkQtVWxqYU1KdWNaMGRBMVVBdkpncw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fthe411live.org%2F&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
25 Aug 2026
S12 Ep 4 - "When Your Trafficker Is Your Parent" The Hidden Reality of Interfamilial Trafficking
What happens when the person exploiting a child is also the person they've been taught to trust?
In this powerful episode of The 411 Live, host Beverly Taylor sits down with Dr. Debbie Lassiter, Executive Director and co-founder of Convergence Resource Center, for a difficult but necessary conversation about Interfamilial Trafficking, the exploitation of children by parents, relatives, siblings, or other family members.
One reason this abuse can remain hidden is especially disturbing: a child may not realize that what is happening to them is abuse. When exploitation begins at a very young age, the behavior can become normalized within the family.
Dr. Lassiter discusses how grooming, fear, loyalty, trauma, and family dynamics can make it extremely difficult for victims to disclose what's happening. She also challenges common assumptions about what trafficking victims, traffickers, and buyers "look like."
The conversation also previews The Epidemic in the Game, an awareness event from Convergence Resource Center focused this year on intrafamilial trafficking and featuring a survivor sharing her lived experience.
In this episode:
What Interfamilial Trafficking trafficking actually means
Why children may not recognize that they're being exploited
How grooming can make abuse seem "normal"
Warning signs adults may overlook
Why asking the right question could change someone's life
How broken trust can prevent survivors from seeking help
Why trafficking can happen across communities and socioeconomic backgrounds
Why we must challenge stereotypes about victims and traffickers
Viewer/Listener Discretion: This episode discusses child sexual exploitation, abuse, trafficking, and trauma. Some descriptions may be difficult for viewers.
03:14 — The Epidemic in the Game: Why This Conversation Matters
05:14 — What Is Interfamilial Trafficking?
07:00 — When Abuse Becomes "Normal" to a Child
09:27 — Warning Signs Adults May Be Missing
18:21 — Why Awareness Alone Isn't Enough
25:23 — Don't Assume They're Okay: Ask the Question
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgLGERB4Ph0&t=0s)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW5VWWpZaHVacEtDSmRYMHpTY1lDd2h4c0NwZ3xBQ3Jtc0trM2JsOElMODhQYlZJYWRDbkRoRktKUUswZXdaR21feXl0Sl9wb0dOVlhDV050ejdMd3E0RmlVbW1BcW52eUZjVkJJRWVaaDFXQ3lRMFpweUtQZmxaNGJ4OGQ0U1ZJZHMxTDc3SkN3NEtZZ1lhQzVuaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FThe411Live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW5lanROaDRQM2lxUlEzakhEeVNMdlNwdnp3d3xBQ3Jtc0trTHRxMTlGTHM5VElHZk1HRjVSTVJsUnNQOVNmUWlwZXpSOW5sN1VlMFNnZzZmb09kZnk5TE5WQ3R5b05jRjV1eXJaNTlRUGV2ejBlNjNTb2RtWEg0T0Rleklrckl2WjRUTTRCZ0ZlelZLOUg1T3h0bw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FThe411Live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the411live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjVEMzVSdEpkM1R4NzhsTHFNWHB2Um5pSEtZUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZHFrRk9CRVg5SDZJLTh0SkQwOF9EdHd4X1ctb1NoWTg5ZU1hZWFMdkw1VmVCVk1zNG94aGlkY2xoWWJYNUtuVmRWdE9zRDFPVTltelFGRm5taFU5NlZyRlVveTZMbi1ucmNUblp1Rm4tUGc3SjBDWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fthe411live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009)
iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/ (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a (https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a)
Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT (https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT)
Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529 (https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529)
If you have suggestions for future episodes, go to our website, https://the411live.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmlHQm1Oa0VyYTlxczZIQlNhOWR0bk5KTVQ2UXxBQ3Jtc0tuYi0wNU4xaXRDVm9IZnhPSU1DNXlXRDhibmhZdjZHT3E1ekxwRHBtOVNMbDBLY3RoSXVNUE92TEZrWFkzc1o1T1dEMS1NMXZqc2VXOVFKcWpLTWVza0Q1TGFzVkQtVWxqYU1KdWNaMGRBMVVBdkpncw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fthe411live.org%2F&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
11 Aug 2026
S12 Ep 3 - The Truth About Pregnancy, Stress & Black Maternal Health
Black women are more than twice as likely to experience severe pregnancy complications and nearly three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes. Why?
In this eye-opening episode of The 411 Live, host Beverly Taylor sits down with Dr. Karen Sheffield Abdullah, PhD, RN, FACNM, FAAN certified nurse-midwife, researcher, mindfulness instructor, and Assistant Professor at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill School of Nursing, to discuss the maternal health crisis affecting Black women.
Together they explore:
Why pregnancy outcomes remain worse for Black women
The impact of chronic stress and racism on maternal health
The hidden signs of postpartum depression and anxiety
Why so many women suffer in silence
The importance of being heard by healthcare providers
How mindfulness and self-care can improve maternal mental health
What families should watch for after childbirth
Why early intervention can save lives
This conversation is essential viewing for expectant mothers, fathers, partners, healthcare professionals, and anyone who wants to better understand maternal mental health.
Key Take Aways
Chronic stress significantly impacts pregnancy outcomes.
Black women are more likely to experience maternal mental health conditions but less likely to seek treatment.
Postpartum anxiety deserves just as much attention as postpartum depression.
Families play a critical role in recognizing warning signs.
Mental health is just as important as physical health during pregnancy and postpartum.
Self-care isn't selfish, it's necessary.
Key Moments
03:03 – Dr. Karen's journey from chemist to certified nurse-midwife
07:11 – Why Black women experience higher pregnancy risks
10:50 – The "Superwoman Schema" and the hidden cost of strength
15:23 – Recognizing postpartum depression and anxiety
21:25 – How families can support new mothers
25:42 – Mindfulness, self-care, and slowing down to heal
Memorable Quotes
"You cannot have health without mental health."
"The body never lies. It's always speaking to us."
"It's okay to not be okay."
"Slow down before life slows you down."
If this episode helps you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share to help spread awareness.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgLGERB4Ph0&t=0s)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW5VWWpZaHVacEtDSmRYMHpTY1lDd2h4c0NwZ3xBQ3Jtc0trM2JsOElMODhQYlZJYWRDbkRoRktKUUswZXdaR21feXl0Sl9wb0dOVlhDV050ejdMd3E0RmlVbW1BcW52eUZjVkJJRWVaaDFXQ3lRMFpweUtQZmxaNGJ4OGQ0U1ZJZHMxTDc3SkN3NEtZZ1lhQzVuaw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FThe411Live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/The411Live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbW5lanROaDRQM2lxUlEzakhEeVNMdlNwdnp3d3xBQ3Jtc0trTHRxMTlGTHM5VElHZk1HRjVSTVJsUnNQOVNmUWlwZXpSOW5sN1VlMFNnZzZmb09kZnk5TE5WQ3R5b05jRjV1eXJaNTlRUGV2ejBlNjNTb2RtWEg0T0Rleklrckl2WjRUTTRCZ0ZlelZLOUg1T3h0bw&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FThe411Live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the411live (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjVEMzVSdEpkM1R4NzhsTHFNWHB2Um5pSEtZUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZHFrRk9CRVg5SDZJLTh0SkQwOF9EdHd4X1ctb1NoWTg5ZU1hZWFMdkw1VmVCVk1zNG94aGlkY2xoWWJYNUtuVmRWdE9zRDFPVTltelFGRm5taFU5NlZyRlVveTZMbi1ucmNUblp1Rm4tUGc3SjBDWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fthe411live&v=Fm9ps9C7OGQ)
Apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-411-live/id1447716009)
iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/ (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-411-live-52465336/)
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a (https://open.spotify.com/show/7ll7a69BSjY9UwfGRmRvsk?si=d7a1c00c5fa8474a)
Audible: https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT (https://www.amazon.com/The-411-Live/dp/B08K57VCNT)
Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529 (https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-411-live/PC:28529)
Who has been a guest on The 411 Live
Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.
Venisha Simpson
Dr Latish Reed
Dr Charles Allen
Juan Hogans
Camille Pierce
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
YouTube views
29,146
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.3 / 5
3 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 57 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
64
Social presence
0
YouTube
76
Engagement
51
Host of The 411 Live?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
