
About this episode
This week, we are joined by Michael Bowler, an award-winning author, educator, children's rights advocate, and foster-to-adopt father. Starting his career as a teacher, Michael uplifted kids with disabilities and used his passion for writing to show young people they are not alone in their struggles. When he's not writing, Michael mentors youth with Big Brothers Big Sisters and volunteers in the juvenile justice system in Los Angeles, ensuring everyone he meets feels heard, seen, and supported. As an author, Michael's goal is to empower teens, emphasizing that "we're better off doing what's right rather than what's easy.
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