Michael B. Jordan and ‘Just Mercy’ Inspiration Bryan Stevenson on Racial Inequality
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- Michael B. Jordan talked with Ellen about his new movie “Just Mercy,” and was later joined by Bryan Stevenson, the real-life activist attorney he portrays in the movie. Stevenson talked about the inequality of the criminal justice system in America, and how he felt about Michael B. Jordan being cast to play him on the big screen. Plus, Ellen and her friends at Green Dot Bank surprised him with $50,000 for his organization, the Equal Justice Initiative.
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I can literally listen to Bryan Stevenson talk all day. He has so much wisdom and knowledge to share!
sameeeeee
He's fascinating
Elle Boogie Totally agree... Check out his TED talk if you haven’t already... he’s truly amazing...
Don't know about all day but I for sure wouldn't mind having a conversation or conversations with him.
Elle Boogie YES!
“WE HAVE NOT TALKED ABOUT NATIVE GENOCIDE” the fact he even mentioned that. I feel like THAT is something people REALLLLLLLYYYY don’t like talking about lol
Estefani Bowen Ellen is great. These are topics we need to discuss, teach our children and help prevent the past from repeating itself.
Jennifer Albert she really is! She doesn’t shy away from those “hard” to talk about topics when it comes to letting people use her platform to spread awareness. I want to see more of it! 🙂
Not too long ago Whoopi on the View wore a necklace gifted to her from Canada that honoured the aboriginal women lost on the highway of tears. She even took a moment to explain it during the show. Really great to see more recognition around this topic!
jordantyana I sometimes feel like I have no where to go for all the questions I have. So yes it’s so wonderful to see woman bringing this stuff to light. It’s all there, we just have to keep searching.
jordantyana and thank you for bringing that to my attention! That’s so awesome. I’ll be looking that up.
Bryan Stevenson is a hero.
You can’t change my mind.
not gonna try!
I had the privilege of hearing him speak many years ago in London. He has been my hero ever since. A remarkable man who does astonishing work for people who are forgotten. A true hero of our times!
Am just finishing reading "Just Mercy", am in awe of his accomplishment. A hero, simply put.
There is a white criminal attorney here in Los Angeles, very wekk know. For many years he has spent his summer vacation working at the SPLC in Alabama working in a similar capacity (wrongly convicted) as Mr. Stevenson, pro bono. They are all silent heros.
Super hero 👍
This man is a living hero. Our university selected Just Mercy as the freshman common read. This book broke me down. I had to also facilitate a small group discussion with 15 students. It was powerful. I want to thank him for his voice and his platform.
My university did the same for my freshman year and Stevenson spoke at our school later that year.
‘they say slavery ended but it’s just evolved’ :(
Domagoj Čović no it hasn’t ended
Domagoj Čović forced labour in sub-Saharan in Africa were you have illegal diamond mines etc etc up to this day
Domagoj Čović I think they both meant that the oppression of black and brown people has evolved.
Kynthia Ravikumar wise man
Domagoj Čović Slavery hasn’t ended , its still legal in the United States according to the Constitution
Almost done reading the book, ''The Sun Does Shine'' that is another story of Bryan Stevenson getting an innocent man out of death row after 30 years in there. I highly recommend it. He is a hero and deserves the Presidential medal of freedom.
Ray Hinton spent actually 30 years on death row. A good read it is.
Hello to you 😊
not from trump tho
Is that book based on Anthony, the one in the Just Mercy movie?
@@Rima42659 yes it's Anthony Ray Hinton's story
Recommend him to Trump. His door is open to anyone.
This interview makes me respect Ellen and her show so much. She has such a huge platform and she uses it so well.
Hear hear
TRUTH
I agree. I'd have liked to have seen her personally kick in a matching $50k
Patricia Powell don't forget that she helps millions of black peoples constantly , some of whom would be destitute without her help. Don't judge, she is spreading the education widely and that is worth more than a one off $50,000
Those statistics are heartbreaking.
More like unbelievable !
@@xoxxobob61 They're unbelievable to people like you who somehow think the US justice system is perfection and that the human beings maintaining it have no flaws. If you've never experienced it or you have never heard/read people's proven, first-hand experiences, or even looked at the research, then shut up.
@@topgurl9313 LOL the internet is funny because I was agreeing that these stats are heartbreaking and just "Unbelievable" in my opinion that our Justice system is very skewed ! Sorry for the misunderstanding.
@@xoxxobob61 Oh ok
Xoxxo Bob nothing for you to apologise for I got it
About 2ish years ago, I got a misdemeanor ticket. I live in a mostly white town. I am 5'0 about 130 and a male cop beat me until I was bruised and bloody. I was sore for weeks. The prosecutor asked for jail time. I was 25 and had never been in trouble before. I was the only person of color in the court room. The prosecutor didn't ask for jail time for anyone else in line in front of me, for crimes way worse. Luckily the charges were dropped. I was innocent. And the cop who arrested me is now in jail for brutalizing women.
Jaz wow I’m so sorry to hear that! God bless you
Wow happy you were released!
Thank you for sharing your story. I'm happy that you received justice.
ONE THING about those Tables they SHOLLL Do turn!!
Jaz Horrible experience. Hope the animal got 20 years at least and that you are most successful and happy.
Ellen thanks for having this conversation. More celebrities/talk show hosts should follow your lead. It's a never ending story.
Bryan Stevenson and his Equal Justice Initiative are so deserving of the donation. Such a lovely gesture, Ellen and Green Dot Bank.
Mr. Stevenson has been such a champion for the wronged, while in some cases dealing with discrimination and profiling himself.
A very articulate and dignified gentleman and scholar. Michael B. Jordan was cast perfectly and executed this character flawlessly.
Always keeping hope for change and unity.
🌎☮️💟🖤🤍❤️💛💚🧡💙💜🤎💗
yankeeladee02 yes!!!
Cassandra Ellis-Haynes I literally cried the entire movie!!! If Jamie, Michael and Brie don’t get an Oscar, the is NO MERCY!!!
Michael B Jordan is a producer of the movie as well, not just an actor. He is very committed. He is amazing.
yankeeladee02 beautiful post. Well said 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
I hope that judge who profiled him saw this interview and be very ashamed of what he did.
Probably the most eloquent and balanced guest I’ve ever seen on Ellen. I am truly moved hearing Mr Stevenson speak.
What a great interview. This is a real problem. We need more people like Bryan
I agree, I bet we have more people like Byran out there ... it's hard to get recognition in today's society on this topic .
‘just mercy’ inspiration?? Bryan Stevenson IS JUST MERCY. HE IS BRYAN STEVENSON. !!!!! He is such a HUGE inspiration, especially as a law student myself.
MBJ is a class act!
Is that good?
Yes
he's a no one sitting next to bryan
Rachel Weinstein What...? What do you even mean by that? 🤔
how is that man 60!? he looks nowhere near it!
Melanin 😊
They will say he doesn’t drink/ smoke
He is 52
@@bangtantrash9366 he was born in 1959, that makes him 60, coming up for 61
Melanin plus good heart
When this man speaks you just want to listen ! I will listen to him talk all day ! So much insight and so much knowledge behind what he is saying. You can tell hes not just talking to talk.
He is so easy to listen to. I see why he was so good at what he does.
WOW Bryan Stevenson is brilliant!!!!
I'm so glad The Ellen Show did this interview. Absolutely fantastic. This issue needs to be talked about and it needs to be given this attention.
Thank you for having us and for your support!
OMG. His premonition came to light in our current situation we are facing now. Go Bryan!
As stated in the clip "THIS IS A MUST SEE." I was fortunate to see a premiere screening 3 weeks ago in Los Angeles and Bryan Stevenson was present. I know about Stevenson's work so my hope is those who see the film are inspired to educate themselves on this issue as well as getting a better understanding of the systemic issues which still are a cancer on our society.
Ellen is purely emotional and tuned in 100%. Respect ❤
Six months later and look where we are! Our era of "truth and justice-in our country" The time of reconciliation is here!
I don't speak English very well, English is my third languages. But when I heard him, the lawyer's speech or the way he talked. He is genuine person, truthful, he is real hero...
Michael fully commits to everything he does. 👍
yes sir, like CREEDs!!
To you 41 who disliked this. Don’t be haters all your life!!!!
This is the first time I’ve ever seen Ellen nervous 😂! This man needs to lead the talks. But we need white Americans to come to the table and actually listen. The little time he was on here was so powerful and informative. But ppl don’t care if it’s not effecting their race or family. 🤷🏽♀️🤦🏾♀️
America enjoy attacking people of color and it’s painful to experienced how this system works and how they enjoy to disable young black men’s. Thanks Mrs Stevenson for his amazing dedication with the most in need people in America
I disagree. People DO care but do not know what or how they can help.
Patricia Powell write to local leaders in your thousands and demand justice and agenda. Keep writing to them. Keep asking your friends and family to do the same. Make regular donations. They care about votes. Tell them what you demand to get your vote. If everyone does this it will force change
I am always proud to say I am from Montgomery, AL and absolutely love the Equal Justice Initiative for putting history in the forefront, fighting for our present and our future, as well as what they've done for the world, but not limited to minorities, however, in particular for a very personal reason for me and my family's own reasons! 💯
Wow these numbers are astronomical!! Ellen is an amazing woman. Always bringing awareness to every situation. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
My church visited the EJI museum and memorial. What a sobering, powerful place. Everyone should go if they can.
Wow the way Mr. Stevenson talk. He is so true and right and beautiful. He is just brilliant.
I enjoyed this interview. :) Can't wait to see it.
Last night I watched Just Mercy. Once we were done, I held in the tears all the way until me and my sister we alone in her room. I then continued to start sobbing my eyes out uncontrollably. I was heartbroken that those things happen. And still do. I like to think that I’m a very... present type of person? I know what is going on in the world, and sometimes I do not approve of it. But the movie.... I loved it. And more people need to see it. Even the younger ones. I was not ready to watch the movie. I had no clue what it was about nor did anyone in my family give me a heads up. But I’m kind of glad they didn’t, because I saw the whole image.
“Some people need to be hurt, to be heard”
- my sister, while comforting me last night.
I’ve just seen it and cried my heart out! Wonderful Bryan Stevenson! Fantastic actors! I pray we all find justice and grace along this journey on Earth!
I first got to know Bryan Stevenson from TED Talk several years ago. His use of language was so easy to understand and his voice so soothing, and he talked about something very important. That’s what drove me to buy and read his book Just Mercy. The book itself is also very easy to read yet delivers very important messages that are hidden behind in society. I still re-read this book once in a while to this day!
Thank you Ellen for allowing this serious incredibly important conversation to be had on your platform. I love that your show is fun but touching on these important issues is everybody’s responsibility. - A continued Ellen fan.
Everyone must read the book before seeing the movie. Book is AMAZING.!
Bryan Stevenson is my hero! I teach Just Mercy in my 9th grade class
Healing Asthma A Case Study love you for this
Thank you for highlighting the lessons to be learned from Stevenson’s story to your students ♥️
Healing Asthma A Case Study ❤️
What an amazing human being Bryan Stevenson!! It is for people like him that this world has hope! I saw the movie it’s a MUST SEE!!!! 5 stars!!! You have to see it!! 🙌🏼
Such an elocuente, smart and we manner man. I loved listening to him speak 🙏
Wish this interview went on forever, the content!
Amazingly done, thank you all for bringing this sad yet fascinating story to us. The generous Ellen De Generes 💓
God bless Bryan Stevenson and team, richly.
With love from Namibia. 💕
I had the opportunity to listen to a lecture that Bryan Stevenson gave at my school. After reading the book and getting an idea for what this man stands for it was truly moving and powerful to hear someone who pushed for an end to systemic racism in our criminal justice system. Great speaker, amazing man, truly inspired.
“Just Mercy” is the most awakening presentation of our national crisis with race. If you can read it without emotional reaction, you need to check if you have a heart. Another comment in this chain suggests that Mr. Stevenson should receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom is SO TRUE - unfortunately, our current administration is at the polar opposite of this situation. My prayers are with the EJI in knowing they shall overcome.
I read the book a few years before the movie came out after I watch Bryan Stenson being interviewed on Al Jazeera (US). I am glad I did. It is something different when you read the book and then see the movie as opposed to the reverse. When you see the movie before reading the book, it takes the fun/
imagination out of it since you already have images and pictures from the movie associated with the characters.
In any case, it was a great book.
every time I see these interviews, I tear up...this is so moving and I cannot wait to ball my eyes out in the movies.
Mr. Stephens you're truly the people's champion.
That blows my mind that a human today could assume you were the criminal. Sad world we live in.
I just saw this, I almost cried like 10 times
Yes. It's emotionally completely engrossing; compelling
Thank you Ellen for doing this interview. Bryan Stevenson is an amazing man. This is what real heroes look like. A hero exposing us to other heroes. Love ya!
Bryan is an inspiration just by how positive he is after all he sees everyday...
The book is Amazing!!
Vicious JC I loved it
Read “Just Mercy” - an incredible book. Also just finishing reading “The Sun Does Shine,” an autobiography written by one of his clients who was exonerated from death row - truly inspiring.
Put your money where your mouth is.much respect to Ellen
To share this on this platform. Love.
This interview was very important and should get more views .. kinda tells you what people mind is at
Bryan Stevenson is an incredible man
Thanks Ellen for using your platform to educate!
From day one, I wanted to watch this movie, finally I did. I experience a lot of similarities, especially Michael B Jordan last words about the opposite of wealth is not poverty but lack of justice. I really felt deeper watching the movie. Great work Michael and Fox
Love this taping! Very moving.
Michael has a blessing of people meeting him and being with him
Wawwww I really really loved that interview! It was a real discussion, it was honest.. I needed that
Two true genuine souls to the cause and community, respect. Your work will be uplifted.
What an amazing human being, Bryan I wish you all the best. I have learnt so much from him in less than 5 mins.
What a blessing you are Ellen. Thank you for all you do. God Bless you & keep you.
Thank God for Ellen and Bryan Stevenson and all the good they are doing we need more people to step forward to rid our world of this crisis!
Truth, speaks it and made them feel the way they made you feel! Keep up the great work man!
Bryan is so well spoken. What a man
I watched his ted talk years ago this is great
Glad I watched this interview
OMG Bryan is so humble , respectful and so smart. I want this guy to be my professor he has so much knowledge. He has a good spirit I can listen to him talk for hours.
Listening to this brought tears to my eyes - tears of sadness, shock, embarrassment ...
I hope we get a Dem President next year so Bryan Stevenson can be nominated to the Supreme Court
This film was so moving. What an incredible film!
completely engrossing; compelling
What a great human...parents schools and teachers need to begin teaching and discussing these topics with the future generations
Outstanding work, and I thank Ellen for having the courage to have this on her show
This was an Extrodinary movie and to think that these prejudices are still so arrogantly still in place. I hope the momentum of this dialogue stays around to make some real change in this country.. His work is a celebration 🎈🎉🎊🎈🎉🎊 I Thank you everyone affiliated with this movie, opening up well needed dialogue to get some well needed change🙏🏽🙏🏽💖💖
Thank you.❤️❤️❤️
Absolutely loved this interview.
Bryan Stevenson is so well spoken, so noble and honestly you can see God working through him! God continue to bless this man and give him the strength to continue to fight for the less fortunate! Also the way he spoke about Michael B Jordan was just so authentic and beautiful💕
And btw Bryan Steven was extremely handsome (still is) when he was younger!
Thank you @ellen for taking the time to bring this to light. It is so important
Ellen always blessing somebody! 💓👏🏾🙏🏽
nice and meaningful interview!
I love this man so much. What an angel on earth. Bryan Stevenson. Thank you God.
There is something better waiting for us in America! Well said. 🇺🇸 👏 🙏
Love you Jordan from India ❤️
SO much wisdom is one segment. Amazing, Ellen respect to you.
If you haven't the book, I urge you too! Bryan Stevenson is extraordinary.
I read this book in college pumped to see it !
Thank you Mr. Stevenson. God Bless you !!
Thanks Ellen for highlighting this issue and support
What he said about the conversation of race in the United States, and the history of oppression of Black and Native people, and others being uncomfortable with it is what could help us move forward! How can we "get along" if people refuse to acknowledge systemic and historical racism?? We have to start somewhere, and that somewhere should be reparations and apologies, holding people accountable, no matter what time it was. We can't move forward if people don't speak about it first.
I love Ellen and the way she uses her platform for everyone!! If only other talk show host would try and do more things like this instead of being all about the drama and bs
My favorite Ellen interview, it got real!
We need more Bryan Stevensons in the world 👏
This made me love Ellen so much more ❤️❤️🙌🏾
Just read the book! It’s powerful! I’m excited about the excellent work Bryan is doing.
WOW.... amazing... What a man.. What an extraordinary man doing the right thing.