In this emotional follow-up episode, Rebecca sits down with three of Joshua Brazzel’s sons to hear firsthand how their lives have been shaped by their father’s incarceration. Growing up in a small town with a well-known last name, they share the challenges, stigma, and personal struggles of life without their dad—and what it truly means to be judged by circumstances beyond their control.Key Points CoveredThe Hidden Impact of Incarceration: Joshua’s sons open up about the pain and confusion of growing up without their father present, and the ripple effects it’s had on their family.Life in a Small Town: The boys discuss the challenges of living in a tight-knit community where everyone knows their story, and how the Brazzel name has followed them everywhere.Stigma and Judgment: They share candidly about the social stigma, bullying, and assumptions they’ve faced simply because of their last name and their father’s conviction.Resilience and Hope: Despite the hardships, Joshua’s sons reveal the ways they’ve found strength, hope, and their own voices in the face of adversity.Special ThanksSpecial thanks to Veteran Alliance for their ongoing support, and to JP Verse of Versefire Records for providing the music that powers our message.Call to ActionIf this episode moved you, please don’t let the conversation stop here:Share this episode with friends and on your socials—let’s make sure stories like this are heard.Follow Wickedly Judged on your favorite podcast platform and social media for updates and advocacy.Support our work by checking out our merchandise at wickedlyjudged.com—every purchase funds investigations and reform efforts.Get involved or share your story: Email wickedlyjudged@gmail.com or call (513) 393-7452.Sign up for our newsletter on our website for exclusive updates and action opportunities.Together, we can demand real justice and accountability.Contact & LinksEmail: wickedlyjudged@gmail.comWebsite: wickedlyjudged.comMerchandise: wickedlyjudged.com/merchAbout Wickedly JudgedWickedly Judged is dedicated to exposing wrongful convictions and advocating for justice reform through active investigations, storytelling, and community action. Join us in the fight for justice.
In this emotional follow-up episode, Rebecca sits down with three of Joshua Brazzel’s sons to hear firsthand how their lives have been shaped by their father’s incarceration. Growing up in a small town with a well-known last name, they share the challenges, stigma, and personal struggles of life without their dad—and what it truly means to be judged by circumstances beyond their control.Key Points CoveredThe Hidden Impact of Incarceration: Joshua’s sons open up about the pain and confusion of gr...