In this deeply moving episode of Dead Talks, host David interviews Patricia Oliver, mother of Joaquin Oliver, who lost her son during the Parkland tragedy. Patricia shares her path from grief to advocacy—creating a foundation, launching art-driven campaigns, and supporting other families impacted by school campus violence. Listen as she recounts messages, personal resilience, spiritual healing, and the creation of Change the Ref, a movement inspired by Joaquin’s spirit.

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221 - She Lost Her Son in the Parkland School Attack | Patricia Oliver

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