In this episode of The Daddy Durock Show, I sit down with Michael Jackson, LLMSW—a passionate social worker whose decade-long career has spanned foster care, traumatic brain injury support, palliative care, NGRI populations, and so much more.

In honor of Social Work Awareness Month and this year’s theme, "Compassion in Action," we talk about what it really looks like to serve with heart, lead with purpose, and fight for the dignity of those who are often overlooked.

Michael shares his journey from growing up to studying at Alabama State University and the University of Alabama, to now advocating for mental health, mentoring youth, and breaking systemic barriers in the field.

We discuss:

• How personal experiences shaped his path to social work
• The unique challenges of working with diverse and underserved populations
• Why mentorship is critical to helping at-risk youth find self-worth
• The emotional demands of the profession and how to stay grounded
• His hopes for the future of social work—and the legacy he wants to leave behind

Whether you're a social worker, parent, mentor, or simply someone who cares about community impact, this episode will inspire you to lead with intention and keep doing the work.

🎧 Available now on Castbox and all major streaming platforms

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