Are people born bad—or built by broken systems? Why do some kids survive trauma while others get labeled for life?

In this myth-busting episode of End The Violence, Gershon, Pastor Andre, and Atiba tackle the deep roots of criminal behavior. From ACEs and cortisol to cultural mislabels and prison recruitment grounds, this conversation uncovers how childhood environments, brain development, and misjudged intent fuel the cycle of incarceration—and what really keeps people from returning.

What You'll Discover:

– Why criminal behavior is often a learned survival response

– How ACEs and allostatic load affect emotional regulation

– The myth of the “born criminal” and the truth about alpha behavior

– How culture and communication styles are misread as aggression

– Why prison ca ...