Podcasts about incarcerated

Manny Lopez LevelupIOP.com Levelup Instensive Outpatient ProgramsYoutube & Tik Tok: SL Manny Boy Sponsors & Partners Freedom Scholars Academy (FSM) My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com Time Stamps 01:45 - Sponsors! 03:38 - Manny's Story 09:15 - A Bad Deal 11:00 - Learned Love 18:00 - Bonnie & Clyde 23:40 - The Hail Mary 25:40 - The Eleventh Time 13:00 - Self Elevating 35:00 - “Don't give up on people.” 50:00 - Going Back to Prison in a New Way 51:00 - Mysti Lopez

Watch #texasvaluesreport with special guest Amie Ichikawa, Independent Women Ambassador, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as Amie shares her story of being incarcerated in a women's prison with a male inmate. Watch our press conference during Women's Privacy Day of Action at the Texas Capitol. ALERT: We are at the end of the week and Chairman Ken King still has not set a hearing for SB 240, the Texas Women's Privacy Act. Time is running out! Call Chairman Ken King's office TODAY to ask for a hearing for SB 240! (512) 463-0736 Read full Action Alert here: https://buff.ly/G5i0eza Victory Channel interview with host Mike Garofalo and guest Mary Elizabeth Castle, Director of Government Relations for Texas Values on the Texas Women's Privacy Act. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1GhqV8oxBo/ Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues

The girlies are back for part two of the immigration series to unpack our modern-day McCarthyism. Starting with a recap of current events (aka The Horrible Things Update), they pick up where they left off in history, discussing Japanese internment, the second Red Scare, post-9/11 surveillance, and how fear of the 'other' has always justified oppression. Digressions include Khloe Kardashian's venture into protein dust and the comforting fact that, as of today, sunlight is still legal to experience. We're going on tour!!!! Find tickets at https://linktr.ee/binchtopia  This episode was produced by Julia Hava and Eliza McLamb and edited by Allison Hagan. Research assistance from Kylie Finnigan. To support the podcast on Patreon and access 50+ bonus episodes, mediasodes, zoom hangouts and more, visit patreon.com/binchtopia and become a patron today. SOURCES:  ‘He is not a gang member': outrage as US deports makeup artist to El Salvador prison for crown tattoos At $5 Million Each, 1000 ‘Gold Card' Visas Have Been Sold. Could This Pay Off The US Debt? Ask a Historian: How Many Japanese Americans Were Incarcerated During WWII? Columbia University agrees to policy changes after Trump administration funding threats Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians Counterintelligence and Access to Transactional Records: A Practical History of USA PATRIOT Act Section 215 Eighty Years After the U.S. Incarcerated 120,000 Japanese Americans, Trauma and Scars Still Remain  Edward Snowden: the whistleblower behind the NSA surveillance revelations Edward Snowden Speaks Out: 'I Haven't And I Won't' Cooperate With Russia Fact check: Is Tren de Aragua invading the US, as Trump says? Florida lawmakers push legislation to weaken child labor laws  Forced to live in horse stalls. How one of America's worst injustices played out at Santa Anita Harvard Renames Diversity Office As Trump Demands Dismantling of DEI Harvard, Under Pressure, Revamps D.E.I. Office Harvard Will Not Fund Affinity Group Graduation Celebrations Following Ed Department Warning  Higher education, federal government ‘intimately connected' History of the Certificate of Citizenship, 1790–1956 Hollywood Ten How U.S. immigration laws and rules have changed through history HUAC   ICE Arrests Nearly 800 in Florida in Operation With Local Officers ICE deported 3 children who are U.S. citizens, their families' lawyers say   Immigration and Naturalization in the Western Tradition Invocation of the Alien Enemies Act Regarding the Invasion of The United States by Tren De Aragua Japanese Internment Camps Judge Blocks Deportations of Venezuelans Under Wartime Law Law from the 1950s may play role in Columbia University student deportation case   Maryland judge orders return of second man deported to El Salvador in violation of court order  McCarran Internal Security Act of 1950 (1950) McCarthyism / The "Red Scare"  McCarthyism and the Red Scare Memorializing Incarceration: The Japanese American Experience in World War II and Beyondlocked National Security Entry-Exit Registration System Of Spies and G-Men: How the U.S. Government Turned Japanese Americans into Enemies of the State PATRIOT Act    Redress and Reparations for Japanese American Incarceration The Alien Enemies Act, Explained The Alien Enemies Act Is a Weak Argument for Deportation The Alien Enemies Act Paved the Way for Japanese American Incarceration. Let's Keep It in the Past. The Alien Enemies Act: The One Alien and Sedition Act Still on the Books The case of Edward Snowden This Is What Detention Under the Alien Enemies Act Looked Like in World War II Truman's Loyalty Program Trump is promising deportations under the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. What is it? Trump May Seek Judicial Oversight of Columbia, Potentially for Years  Trump officials issue quotas to ICE officers to ramp up arrests U.S. Immigration Timeline Venezuela minister says no Tren de Aragua members among US deportees When John Adams Signed a Law to Authorize Deportations and Jail Critics World War II Japanese Americans Incarceration: Justice Denied  

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A newly released report shows that 30 percent of inmates released from prison during the pandemic found themselves back behind bars after committing similar crimes a short time later. For more, KCBS Radio anchor Steve Scott spoke with KCBS Radio insider Phil Matier.

In this episode, Gina and Davide open up about their past — the struggles, the bad choices, and the shame they carried for years. But more importantly, they talk about what happened when they finally let God in. It's an honest, emotional, and ultimately hopeful conversation about finding freedom, healing, and purpose on the other side of rock bottom.Connect with us on social! @godbehindbars @jake_bodine

Jimmy and Rosa Soto join John Williams in-studio to talk about their incredible story that was documented in the Tribune last week. Jimmy spent 42 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. Jimmy and Rosa discuss how this has impacted their lives, their thoughts on police corruption and the criminal justice system, what […]

Jimmy and Rosa Soto join John Williams in-studio to talk about their incredible story that was documented in the Tribune last week. Jimmy spent 42 years in prison for a crime he didn’t commit. Jimmy and Rosa discuss how this has impacted their lives, their thoughts on police corruption and the criminal justice system, what […]

What does it take to truly change a life marked by decades of addiction and incarceration? For Jamie, it was an encounter with Jesus in the most unexpected place – a jail cell where she faced a potential 27-year sentence.In this raw and powerful conversation, Jamie takes us through her journey of repeated imprisonment that began at age 24. After a divorce left her questioning her identity as both a wife and mother of five, she turned to substances to numb the pain, setting off a nearly 20-year cycle of addiction, incarceration, brief periods of sobriety, and inevitable return to old patterns.The turning point came in 2015 when, labeled a "habitual criminal" by the courts, Jamie received a surprising visit from her estranged daughter who made a simple request: "Mom, if you start praying and reading the Bible, I'll come back to see you." That promise – and the relationship it represented – sparked something profound. Through tears on her cell floor, Jamie cried out to a God she didn't know, beginning a transformation that would ultimately break the cycle that had defined her life.Jamie's story challenges our assumptions about redemption and rehabilitation. She offers unique insights into prison culture, the process of becoming "institutionalized," and the overwhelming challenges of reintegration into society.Today, Jamie works in ministry, has rebuilt relationships with all five of her children, and carries a special heart for those still incarcerated. Her testimony stands as living proof of 2 Corinthians 5:17: "If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." Listen and discover how one person's belief – both human and divine – can change everything.https://generationstogenerations.com/podcastordinarypeoplestories@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplestory https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeopleextraordinary/ X: @storiesextra Any advice should be confirmed with a qualified professional.All rights reserved: Ordinary People Extraordinary ThingsStories shared by guests may not always be shared views of OPET. Being a guest does not mean OPET approves of every decision or action in the guests' life. We all have a story, all of us, share your story. You don't have to have the perfect answer or the perfect life - share what Jesus is doing in your life. This is an easy, real way to witness & share your testimony.

Jesse Krimes was interested in art at an early age, but got caught up in the criminal justice system in his early 20's. He spent 6 years in prison, including some time in solitary confinement. Since his release, he has pursued his own art career, and worked to help incarcerated people use art as a tool for self-expression and rehabilitation. Now he has his own exhibition at The Met. His solo show is called "Corrections," and runs through July 13. He'll discuss his work and his Brooklyn-based organization, The Center for Art and Advocacy, which provides resources for formerly incarcerated artists.

Research from Professors Tristan Nighswander and Ariel Roddy at Northern Arizona University examines the effects of pre-employment training on employment outcomes for previously incarcerated individuals through the lens of two economic theories. Their findings reveal that while training significantly improves employment outcomes for the general population, it shows no meaningful benefit for those with incarceration histories. Even more surprisingly, high-ability individuals (defined through scores on an aptitude test called the Armed Forces Qualification Test, or the AFQT) with past incarceration may actually experience negative employment effects. This highlights the complex challenges of societal re-entry.

Double Lifetime Sentence + George SmithSponsors & Partners  The Other Side Academy - theothersideacademy.com  My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org  Freedom Scholars Academy Timestamps 00:00:00 George Smith  00:01:38 Sponsors  00:02:39 Young Life  00:08:38 Back to Compton at 16  00:15:08 Filling a Need  00:23:00 Double Life Sentence at 18 years old  00:30:35 A Moment of Reflection   00:47:40 Discovering Miracles  00:50:30 Being an Agent for Change  01:01:50 From Life-Sentence to Free  01:08:34 Advice for Young Self  “Ask for help… It's okay…” - George Smith

What is unthinkable for many Australians is a reality for people who are in prison.⁠ Just 274 prisoners voted in the last Federal Election, and former inmates say the barriers to voting can feel dehumanising. - अस्ट्रेलियाको पछिल्लो सङ्घीय निर्वाचनमा जम्मा दुई सय चौहत्तर कैदीहरूले मतदान गरेका थिए, र पूर्व- कैदीहरूले मतदान गर्दा भोग्नुपरेका बाधाहरूलाई अपमानजनक अनुभव भएको बताएका छन्।

Imagine voting without the hallmarks of election day – a sausage sizzle, how-to-vote cards, or information about the candidates. What is unthinkable for many Australians is a reality for people who are in prison. ⁠ Just 274 prisoners voted in the last Federal Election, and former inmates say the barriers to voting can feel dehumanising.

Christopher Blackwell has been a lot of things in his life. As a young boy he was a son longing to connect with his father over classic cars and football. As a teenager he was an insecure class clown, and then a dropout. In his 20s he was a drug dealer living in survival mode in a neighborhood riddled with crime and violence. And now he's an inmate in the Washington Corrections Center, serving a 45-year prison sentence for robbery and murder. But Blackwell is also an award-winning journalist, the co-founder of a non-profit organization focused on prison reform, a mentor to other inmates, and a husband. On this episode of Paternal, Blackwell reflects on how growing up without community and positive male role models led to a tragic robbery gone wrong, and how he's transformed himself thanks to prison's “heal circle,” where inmates share their stories and discover a sense of honesty and camaraderie they never had as young men. Blackwell is the co-founder of Look2Justice, a grassroots organization led by criminal legal system-impacted people that works to transform the legal system by providing civic education and empowerment programs for incarcerated people and their loved ones. His first book, Ending Isolation: The Case Against Solitary Confinement, is available for pre-order now.

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EWTN CEO Michael Warsaw joins to discuss the life and legacy of Pope Francis. Joan Lewis from Rome with news on the happenings there in this busy time for the Vatican. Plus, Cindy Kellick, Coordinator of St. Dismas Ministry to the Incarcerated, highlights their ministry and the impact of Pope Francis' dedication to those behind bars.

EWTN CEO Michael Warsaw joins to discuss the life and legacy of Pope Francis. Joan Lewis from Rome with news on the happenings there in this busy time for the Vatican. Plus, Cindy Kellick, Coordinator of St. Dismas Ministry to the Incarcerated, highlights their ministry and the impact of Pope Francis' dedication to those behind bars.

Born to an addict mom, Savannah Bushman spent her early life living with her aunt and uncle and in spite of their care, she was molested by her cousin over several years. Returning to live with her mother for a short time, she couldn't fathom how her mom could choose drugs over her own daughter, but even so, her mom had her try meth at age 14. Savannah was immediately addicted. In and out of juvenile detention and several foster homes, she found herself in kiddie prison first, and then at age 18 in the state prison and pregnant. Listen in as she tells her story of giving birth as an inmate and being separated from her newborn son. When released from prison, she did all she could to make ends meet and to stay sober for her child. Working several jobs and unable to pay the bills, she decided to start selling drugs again without using; a stint that didn't last long. Finding herself back in jail and pregnant once again, she tells how she turned to God, something she had never been taught nor had she ever done before, and how those feelings propelled her to get out, stay clean, and do incredibly hard things to make her life work for herself and for her kids. Now 12 years clean, listen to how she is living the American dream. Hers is a powerful story of coming from nothing and with God's help, making a great life. Where it all began 2:20 Dating 35 year old Utah's most wanted man at 14 years old 10:00 Using again 23:00 Pregnant again and praying for 30 straight days 26:45 It's often a PO who cares that makes a difference 30:40 The man who was there for her 37:30 “On my 13th birthday…she was off the hook and had people there, and I was like ‘Ya know mom, I never understood why you chose drugs over your kids.' and she's like ‘Well soon you'll learn. Here–' And I smoked meth for the first time with my mother.” 7:00

Travis Richie has a very unique story. In spite of growing up in a single parent home, his young life was good. Showing a propensity for numbers and finance, he found himself deep and successful in that field. An oversight in his venture capital world found him in prison in Arizona, where his perceptions of the incarcerated community took an immediate turn. During his 15 months down, he became a bit of an instructor, helping his fellow inmates learn successful financial skills. His booklet, Don't Buy a Cheeseburger with a Credit Card, has developed into the largest non-governmental, non-profit organization serving the incarcerated population. Currently, his program is in over 1,300 prisons across the United States. Like me, only on a grander scale, he has drank the Kool-Aid of the necessity of prison reform. If you're interested in creating change and growth, you will love his story. Sponsors & Partners Freedom Scholars Academy (FSM) My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com 00:00 - Travis Richey 01:39 - Sponsors  03:17 - Positive Adolesence  03:40 - Working in Finance 09:40 - “You should've known better.” 11:00 - No Smoking Gun in His Case 13:45 - A 2 Year Sentence for an Oversight 18:40 - A Bizzare Disparity in the Judicial System 23:30 - “jail was the worst part of the experience” 29:48 - Finding Opportunity in the System 32:55 - Power in Brokenness  44:00 - Establishing a New Program 52:20 - Writing a New Story

Kala Pham joins Ethics Talk to discuss her article, coauthored with Dr Rachel Davis: “Ethics of Learning Surgical Autonomy in Safety-Net Hospital Systems With Patients Who Are Incarcerated.”  Recorded February 6, 2025.  Read the full article for free at JournalOfEthics.org

To date, 99 incarcerated men have participated in the Nurturing Fathers program at the Hampshire County Jail and it's nothing short of transformative.  Incarcerated fathers seeking to reconnect with their children attend this 13-week program, behind the wall, to help them become better fathers.  Listen as Sheriff Patrick Cahillane shares insights on the program's success since its inception in 2017, including the remarkable graduation rates and positive participant feedback. Also joining in is Steven Pascal from the Children's Trust of Boston. Both the Sheriff and Steven share the importance of prevention in child welfare and the collaborative efforts aimed at reducing recidivism through fatherhood engagement. Tune in to discover how kindness, humility, and love can reshape lives and strengthen family bonds.

Each year, thousands of women give birth while in jail or prison. What happens to them, and their babies?  Amy Ard had been working as a doula (a caregiver for labor and delivery) for decades when she saw a prisoner who was in the hospital to give birth. Amy also saw a set of handcuffs hanging from a gurney, which said so much about the start of that prisoner's journey. That image led her to drop everything and take up the cause of helping incarcerated mothers and mothers-to-be.  Amy moved home, switched careers, and founded a nonprofit called Motherhood Beyond Bars. Today Amy's organization assists almost every infant born in the Georgia prison system.  Motherhood Beyond Bars provides support for those children, preparing them – and their mothers – for an eventual reunification and life together. We hope you'll enjoy our conversation with Amy. Stay connected to what she and her organization are doing by visiting motherhoodbeyondbars.org.  We invite you to share your feedback about this show with us on social. We're @crazygoodturns on all of the platforms. Don't forget to subscribe or follow us on the podcast service of your choice. If you already subscribe, we'd really appreciate a 5-star review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crazy-good-turns/id1137217687 We appreciate you listening and sharing our episodes. Thank you! 

Welcome to Part 2 of Dave Duroucher's episode of the All My Friends Are Felons Podcast. Dave describes his childhood self as "Dennis the Mennis on steroids." He came from a solid home but by age 12, he started committing crimes which led him down the path of drug addiction and time behind bars. In prison, he became a shot caller for his gang, but eventually realized that his life was on a horrible trajectory. Through hard work and self-reform, Dave sought therapy and was able to turn his life around with the help of Delancey Street. Tune in to hear the rest of his incredible story of transformation and hope. Becoming the shot caller and an animal 1:40Cop chase and going back to prison for life 10:50Pleading for another path 14:50Treatment centers: “The size of the solution does not match the size of the problem” 20:00Dave's story is not unique and few understand the truth 35:05Therapeutic communities are working miracles 38:00Adderall 40:55Our understanding of the system is wrong 51:00Advice to help someone on a similar path 63:40The Other Side Academy 66:30Changing our prisons 72:00“Mark, listen to me when I say this. I was a liar, a cheater, a thief, a manipulator, a violent, self-centered, self seeking–I had become an animal in a human body. I had become an animal, and we live in a world today where we're like ‘*Gasp* You can't say that to people!' Why? Why can't we tell people the truth? It wasn't until I got to Delancey Street that my peers told me who I was that I was able to change. We are so deathly afraid to tell people the truth. I wouldn't be here today if people didn't point out who I had become. That is who I'd become!” 4:10

Imagine being accused of a murder you didn't commit — and spending over 20 years behind bars, knowing the real killer was still free. That was Troshawn McCoy's reality.  As one of the Marquette Park Four, Troshawn was coerced by Chicago police into falsely confessing to a double murder and robbery. Despite zero physical or forensic evidence, he was sentenced to 55 years in prison. Decades later, newly analyzed fingerprint evidence proved what Troshawn had always known; he was innocent. This discovery ultimately led to all four men being exonerated in 2017.  Troshawn sits down with Ben to discuss what it was like losing two decades of his life behind bars, the moment he found out he may be freed, and how he's now advocating and fighting to reform the criminal justice system. Follow Benjamin on X: @BenjaminHallFNC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Join Michelle Barone and Ashleigh McPherson on RED as they delve into the gripping story of Bruce Bryan, a man who spent 29 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. In this episode, Bruce shares his harrowing experiences, the racial and social injustices he faced, and his journey towards exoneration. This emotionally charged discussion sheds light on the systemic issues within the criminal justice system, the impact of wrongful convictions, and the importance of mental health. Stay tuned for Part 2 to hear more about Bruce's fight for justice and the support from notable figures that helped secure his freedom.-----------------------------------------------------Support Our Sponsors!Mental Health America of Dutchess County: Dedicated to promoting mental health and providing comprehensive support services to individuals and families. Learn more and find resources at https://mhadutchess.org.Mahoney's Irish Pub: Friday nights at Mahoney's Irish Pub are where the vibes are HIGH, the drinks are flowing, and the weekend officially begins!From Orphan to Millionaire: From the gunfire of a Colombian nightmare to the fulfillment of the American Dream, discover Steve Prohaska's gripping journey to survival in his unyielding memoir. https://bigstevebigmoves.com/product/book/ -----------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the podcast now: https://www.youtube.com/@michellebaroneredpodcast Check out RED on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebaronered?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Follow Michelle Barone Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/michellebaroneonline/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michellebarone?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Follow Ashleigh McPhersonInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/ashhmcpherson/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ashhmcpherson?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ashmcpherson Check out RED for more: https://michellebaroneonline.com/ -----------------------------------------------00:00 Introduction 02:02 Bruce Bryan's Early Life and Wrongful Conviction09:29 The Incident and Its Aftermath15:01 Survival Mindset in Marginalized Communities17:54 Crime and Social Conditions20:16 Community Integration Efforts24:32 Personal Story of Injustice32:19 The Flaws in the Jury System36:23 Conclusion and Next Steps

Imprisoning a Revolution: Writings from Egypt's Incarcerated (U California Press, 2025), edited by Collective Antigone, is a groundbreaking collection of writings by political prisoners in Egypt. It offers a unique lens on the global rise of authoritarianism during the last decade. This book contains letters, poetry, and art produced by Egypt's incarcerated from the eruption of the January 25, 2011, uprising. Some are by journalists, lawyers, activists, and artists imprisoned for expressing their opposition to Egypt's authoritarian order; others are by ordinary citizens caught up in the zeal to silence any hint of challenge to state power, including bystanders whose only crime was to be near a police sweep. Together, the contributors raise profound questions about the nature of politics in both authoritarian regimes and their “democratic” allies, who continue to enable and support such violence. This collection offers few answers and even less consolation, but it does offer voices from behind the prison walls that remind readers of our collective obligation not to look away or remain silent. With a foreword by acclaimed Egyptian novelist Ahmed Naji and an afterword with Kenyan literary giant Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, Imprisoning a Revolution holds a mirror not just to Egypt but to the world today, urging us to stop the rampant abuse and denial of fundamental human rights around the globe. In this episode, Ibrahim Fawzy interviews Mark LeVine and Lucia Sorbera about the genesis of the book, the challenges of curating it, struggle against tyranny, resistance, writing, and more. Ibrahim Fawzy is a literary translator and writer based in Boston. His interests include translation studies, Arabic literature, ecocriticism, disability studies, and migration literature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Imprisoning a Revolution: Writings from Egypt's Incarcerated (U California Press, 2025), edited by Collective Antigone, is a groundbreaking collection of writings by political prisoners in Egypt. It offers a unique lens on the global rise of authoritarianism during the last decade. This book contains letters, poetry, and art produced by Egypt's incarcerated from the eruption of the January 25, 2011, uprising. Some are by journalists, lawyers, activists, and artists imprisoned for expressing their opposition to Egypt's authoritarian order; others are by ordinary citizens caught up in the zeal to silence any hint of challenge to state power, including bystanders whose only crime was to be near a police sweep. Together, the contributors raise profound questions about the nature of politics in both authoritarian regimes and their “democratic” allies, who continue to enable and support such violence. This collection offers few answers and even less consolation, but it does offer voices from behind the prison walls that remind readers of our collective obligation not to look away or remain silent. With a foreword by acclaimed Egyptian novelist Ahmed Naji and an afterword with Kenyan literary giant Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, Imprisoning a Revolution holds a mirror not just to Egypt but to the world today, urging us to stop the rampant abuse and denial of fundamental human rights around the globe. In this episode, Ibrahim Fawzy interviews Mark LeVine and Lucia Sorbera about the genesis of the book, the challenges of curating it, struggle against tyranny, resistance, writing, and more. Ibrahim Fawzy is a literary translator and writer based in Boston. His interests include translation studies, Arabic literature, ecocriticism, disability studies, and migration literature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Imprisoning a Revolution: Writings from Egypt's Incarcerated (U California Press, 2025), edited by Collective Antigone, is a groundbreaking collection of writings by political prisoners in Egypt. It offers a unique lens on the global rise of authoritarianism during the last decade. This book contains letters, poetry, and art produced by Egypt's incarcerated from the eruption of the January 25, 2011, uprising. Some are by journalists, lawyers, activists, and artists imprisoned for expressing their opposition to Egypt's authoritarian order; others are by ordinary citizens caught up in the zeal to silence any hint of challenge to state power, including bystanders whose only crime was to be near a police sweep. Together, the contributors raise profound questions about the nature of politics in both authoritarian regimes and their “democratic” allies, who continue to enable and support such violence. This collection offers few answers and even less consolation, but it does offer voices from behind the prison walls that remind readers of our collective obligation not to look away or remain silent. With a foreword by acclaimed Egyptian novelist Ahmed Naji and an afterword with Kenyan literary giant Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o, Imprisoning a Revolution holds a mirror not just to Egypt but to the world today, urging us to stop the rampant abuse and denial of fundamental human rights around the globe. In this episode, Ibrahim Fawzy interviews Mark LeVine and Lucia Sorbera about the genesis of the book, the challenges of curating it, struggle against tyranny, resistance, writing, and more. Ibrahim Fawzy is a literary translator and writer based in Boston. His interests include translation studies, Arabic literature, ecocriticism, disability studies, and migration literature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/middle-eastern-studies

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After 27 years of incarceration, Bobby Bostic walked out of prison in 2022. Bostic was sentenced to 241 years for a robbery he committed in 1995 at just 16 years old. In the year after gaining his freedom, Bostic continued writing — a passion introduced to him while in prison — and now teaches youth in St. Louis' juvenile detention centers. In this encore of “St. Louis of the Air,” we revisit host Elaine Cha's conversation with Bostic from 2023 about life since his release and the experience of teaching young people in the same detention centers he spent his teenage years.

Chris Robertson's story is one of being all in. His mother describes his personality as being able to go from zero to a hundred in nothing flat. As you listen, you'll see why. When he commits to something, good or bad, he goes full throttle. Perhaps that's why, at his last arrest, he went on a three-hour high-speed chase. His prison stint started at 18 and he found himself in and out of federal or state prison for nearly 20 years. During another federal prison term, he started to realize he was just living up to the system's expectations and that maybe there was something different. In 2018, that something started to kick in as he started studying the psychology of the human brain. And then several years later, while in prison, he enrolled in Captain Your Story inside USCF in Salt Lake City.  Now he finds himself feeling different, thinking different and acting different. Still living with his all-in personality, he is all in and living a healthy, productive life full of intention.  Sponsors & Partners Freedom Scholars Academy (FSM) My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com 00:00 - Chris Robertson 02:00 - Sponsors 03:07 - Young Life 05:20 - Parents Drug Use 07:15 - Started Selling Drugs at 16yo & Using Meth 09:10 - Federal Prison 12:55 - The High Speed Chase 15:50 - Back to Federal Prison 20:30 - Back Again 22:00 - Changing His Appearance & Taking Care of His Health 24:35 - Getting a GM Position at Buffalo Wild Wings 28:30 - Financial Crisis & Cocaine 30:50 - Back to Meth & The Spiral 43:20 - Getting Back In a Positive Direction 44:55 - Addressing His Emotional & Physiological Needs 47:50 - Applying the Principles of Captain Your Story 52:40 - Interview for the Nonprofit My Story Matters 53:20 - Freedom Scholars Academy 57:55 - FSM Integrating with the Captain Your Story Model 1:07:55 - For Donations contact MarkH@mystorymatters.org 

Drew Wilson was born and raised in Cottonwood, California. He grew up in a home that was safe and stable with two parents who with nothing but good intentions almost loved him too much. Protecting Drew from ever experiencing consequences on a small scale when the stakes were low ended up having serious consequences in the long run. Listen as Drew shares a cautionary tale for all of us and as he tells how taking accountability, changing his attitude, and finally finding his own self-worth out of prison and into an incredible, successful life. Sponsors & Partners Freedom Scholars Academy My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com 00:00 - Drew Wilson 01:12 - Sponsors 02:50 - Young Life 05:25 - Coping by Lying & Manipulating 07:50 - Over-protective Parents 08:40 - From Stress Headaches to Narcotics 14:00 - Stealing From Neighbors 18:30 - His First Few Arrests 26:00 - Love and Accountability 33:15 - His Wife Files for Divorce 36:10 - Growing as a Family 38:40 - His 3rd Suicide Attempt & Landing in Prison 41:45 - Hitting Rock Bottom & Viktor Frankl 43:18 - Practicing 48:30 - His Life Now

Today we explore the power music has to heal some of these wounds with the inspiring story of Johnny Bragg, who in the 1940s found his voice inside the Tennessee State Prison and went on to form the chart-topping group, The Prisonaires. We also hear from the founder and a musician with Higher Love, about what it's like to go inside the prison walls with musical performances and messages of hope, love and worth.Guests Michael Gray, Vice President Museum Operations, Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum Bob Clement, son of Governor Frank Clement, Former U.S. Congressman Ron Miller, founder and Executive Director, Higher Love Madeline Finn, Musician and Buddhist Facilitator Further reading and listening Read more about Higher Love at higher-love.org. Just Walkin' in the Rain: Reform, Redemption and the Story of the Prisonaires (WPLN) Presidents, Kings, and Convicts: My Journey from the Tennessee Governor's Residence to the Halls of Congress, by Bob Clement

The fingerprints of antebellum slavery can be found all over the modern prison system, from who is incarcerated to the methods used behind bars to repress prisoners. Like its antecedent system, mass incarceration also fulfills the function of boosting corporate profits to the tune of $80 billion a year. Bianca Tylek, Executive Director of Worth Rises, joins Rattling the Bars to discuss her organization's efforts to combat prison profiteering across the country, and expose the corporations plundering incarcerated people and their communities to line the pockets of their shareholders.Producer: Cameron GranadinoHelp us continue producing Rattling the Bars by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on BlueskyLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

Incarcerated transgender women have been moved to men's jails despite a judge ruling to block a day-one order by Donald Trump, civil rights lawyers have revealed. Plus, Trump pulled $400 million from Columbia University over false flag antisemitism. Anthony Davis reports. Visit our sponsor: Protect your home and never clean out gutters again with LeafFilter, America's #1 gutter protection system. Get a free estimate, free inspection, and 30% off at http://www.leaffilter.com/FIVEMINUTES Join this channel for exclusive access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News with Anthony Davis is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Visit us online at http://www.fiveminute.news Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. Please subscribe HERE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the 1st Amendment right to free speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A man in South Carolina is shot and killed by a shotgun rigged inside a vacant home that belonged to his uncle. Investigators say the trap may have been set to target law enforcement. A Trump-supporting Florida dentist sits in prison after sending more than 100 threats to public figures. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elizabeth Myers emotional story begins in the suburbs of California. Graduating early from high school, she was quickly drawn into the gangs of the nearby ghetto. There her life took dives into places she can barely describe. After several prison stints there, she comes to Utah to escape that world that soon finds her here. She, “never thought about not getting high”. Finally, after 2 prison stints in Utah and an amazing mother in law, she gets 5 years clean. Thinking she was on her way, she didn't stay connected and then horrible trauma arrives as she owes money to the cartel and they come calling. Hear her emotional description of that horrendous encounter. That throws her back into addiction and into prison. Finally, completing another program in prison, she leaves never to return to her old life. Now she has found her purpose working in the addiction recovery space. Her emotional story is one for the ages. Sponsors & Partners Freedom Scholars Academy My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com 00:00 - Elizabeth Meyers 01:41 - Sponsors! 02:58 - Her Story 06:49 - Faced with Death 13:00 - Getting Back with the Guy that Threatened Her 16:00 - Getting Out of Prison 18:20 - Moving to Utah 22:40 - Sparking Change 27:30 - Owing the Cartel and Getting Assaulted 31:30 - The Nightmares 37:20 - Rewiring Her Brain 42:00 - Connecting with Others 48:50 - Navigating the Resources 54:40 - USARA  UtahRecovers.Org 56:04 - “Ask for help.”

Frankie Guzman is the Senior Director at the National Center for Youth Law in California where he leads a team of attorneys, policy advocates, and community organisers to transform the youth justice system. 

Sy Snarr and her husband and four children were your typical all-American family living a completely normal life. Crime and addiction had no part in their story. Then, on August 28, 1996, everything changed. Listen as Sy shares her incredible story as the mother of an 18-year-old son who was murdered by a stranger and how she and her family went from seeking the death penalty for the offender to fighting for forgiveness. Sponsors & Partners Freedom Scholars Academy My Story Matters / Captain Your Story - mystorymatters.org The Other Side Academy (TOSA) - theothersideacademy.com 00:00 - Sy Snar 01:08 - Sponsors! 02:40 - Life for the Snar Family Prior 04:27 - August 28, 1996 09:20 - Dealing with the Unimaginable 13:25 - Wanting the Death Penalty 18:00 - 11 Year Long Legal Process 19:40 - Learning About the Perpetrator  23:30 - Crushed by the Pain 26:45 - Turning the Tide 28:20 - Receiving a Letter from Him 34:20 - Fighting for Him to be Released 39:50 - “I wish everyone could know him like I do…”

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard. The founder of Jus Free. Once sentenced to life in prison, Leonard took control of his fate by firing his legal team and crafting his own parole package, ultimately securing his freedom. Now, he uses his experience to help other inmates navigate the parole system, with Jus Free achieving an impressive 82% success rate with the Board of Pardons and Paroles. His journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of self-advocacy. Jus' Free is a parole package provider that goes above and beyond to bring forth and present our clients' best potential. Due to a lack of knowledge, inmates are unaware of what is presented to the Board of Pardons and Parole. Our company works with offenders and their loved ones to ensure the Board hears YOUR story. Together, we humanize and purposely create a narrative for the Parole Board that deems those requesting the privilege of parole worthy of the transition to freedom. Company Description *At Jus’Free, we recognize imperfection as part of the human experience. Our mission is to restore dignity to those who have been dehumanized and bring families back together. Through our programs and initiatives, we strive to empower individuals, promote understanding, and foster reconciliation. While we can't guarantee specific outcomes, we're committed to supporting each person's journey with compassion and empathy. Together, we work towards a more just and compassionate society. #AMI #STRAW #BEST #SHMS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard. The founder of Jus Free. Once sentenced to life in prison, Leonard took control of his fate by firing his legal team and crafting his own parole package, ultimately securing his freedom. Now, he uses his experience to help other inmates navigate the parole system, with Jus Free achieving an impressive 82% success rate with the Board of Pardons and Paroles. His journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of self-advocacy. Jus' Free is a parole package provider that goes above and beyond to bring forth and present our clients' best potential. Due to a lack of knowledge, inmates are unaware of what is presented to the Board of Pardons and Parole. Our company works with offenders and their loved ones to ensure the Board hears YOUR story. Together, we humanize and purposely create a narrative for the Parole Board that deems those requesting the privilege of parole worthy of the transition to freedom. Company Description *At Jus’Free, we recognize imperfection as part of the human experience. Our mission is to restore dignity to those who have been dehumanized and bring families back together. Through our programs and initiatives, we strive to empower individuals, promote understanding, and foster reconciliation. While we can't guarantee specific outcomes, we're committed to supporting each person's journey with compassion and empathy. Together, we work towards a more just and compassionate society. #STRAW #BEST #SHMS Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard. The founder of Jus Free. Once sentenced to life in prison, Leonard took control of his fate by firing his legal team and crafting his own parole package, ultimately securing his freedom. Now, he uses his experience to help other inmates navigate the parole system, with Jus Free achieving an impressive 82% success rate with the Board of Pardons and Paroles. His journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of self-advocacy. Jus' Free is a parole package provider that goes above and beyond to bring forth and present our clients' best potential. Due to a lack of knowledge, inmates are unaware of what is presented to the Board of Pardons and Parole. Our company works with offenders and their loved ones to ensure the Board hears YOUR story. Together, we humanize and purposely create a narrative for the Parole Board that deems those requesting the privilege of parole worthy of the transition to freedom. Company Description *At Jus’Free, we recognize imperfection as part of the human experience. Our mission is to restore dignity to those who have been dehumanized and bring families back together. Through our programs and initiatives, we strive to empower individuals, promote understanding, and foster reconciliation. While we can't guarantee specific outcomes, we're committed to supporting each person's journey with compassion and empathy. Together, we work towards a more just and compassionate society. #STRAW #BEST #SHMS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard. The founder of Jus Free. Once sentenced to life in prison, Leonard took control of his fate by firing his legal team and crafting his own parole package, ultimately securing his freedom. Now, he uses his experience to help other inmates navigate the parole system, with Jus Free achieving an impressive 82% success rate with the Board of Pardons and Paroles. His journey is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of self-advocacy. Jus' Free is a parole package provider that goes above and beyond to bring forth and present our clients' best potential. Due to a lack of knowledge, inmates are unaware of what is presented to the Board of Pardons and Parole. Our company works with offenders and their loved ones to ensure the Board hears YOUR story. Together, we humanize and purposely create a narrative for the Parole Board that deems those requesting the privilege of parole worthy of the transition to freedom. Company Description *At Jus’Free, we recognize imperfection as part of the human experience. Our mission is to restore dignity to those who have been dehumanized and bring families back together. Through our programs and initiatives, we strive to empower individuals, promote understanding, and foster reconciliation. While we can't guarantee specific outcomes, we're committed to supporting each person's journey with compassion and empathy. Together, we work towards a more just and compassionate society. #STRAW #BEST #SHMS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we're bringing you an episode of another podcast in the Judaism Unbound family of podcasts -- Tales of the Unbound! In its inaugural season Tales of the Unbound follows the Jewish journey of two incarcerated individuals, their chaplain, and the community they co-created in the most unlikely of places.In Tales of the Unbound, Episode 7: Happily Ever After?, the narrative explores the challenges and transformations within the Jewish community at Monroe Correctional. The story takes a twist, testing the community's cohesion and purpose. Despite these conflicts, Ari and Josh strive to uphold a sense of community and identity amidst uncertainty. The episode concludes with a reflection on the evolving nature of Judaism and the power of communal learning in navigating change and maintaining hope for a better future.For information on how to reach out to connect with Jewish agencies who support folks who are incarcerated and their families, connect with a Jewish penpal, donate to help bring kosher meals and access to Jewish supplies, or give straight to Ari and Josh's Jewish minyan in Monroe, connect with us at: www.judaismunbound.com/tales. You can subscribe to Tales of the Unbound in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere else podcasts are found!

They were three Black troublemakers in a white, bloody prison. They wore black berets, spent decades in solitary, and rattled the cages they'd been put in. This is the story of the Angola 3 - and how they became prison's worst nightmare. _____________ 2-Minute Black History is produced by PushBlack, the nation's largest non-profit Black media company. PushBlack exists to amplify the stories of Black history you didn't learn in school. You make PushBlack happen with your contributions at BlackHistoryYear.com — most people donate $10 a month, but every dollar makes a difference. If this episode moved you, share it with your people! Thanks for supporting the work. The production team for this podcast includes Cydney Smith, Len Webb, and Lilly Workneh. Our editors are Lance John and Avery Phillips from Gifted Sounds Network. Julian Walker serves as executive producer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In XYBM 123, I sit down with Mandii Brown, a psychotherapist who works with Black men impacted by the justice system or incarceration. We dive deep into the unique challenges Black men face after encounters with the system, the vital role of community and family in helping them reintegrate into society, and how education and vocational training can help rebuild their lives.        If you're a Black man who's been impacted by the justice system, or you know someone who has, this episode is for you! Tune in on all podcast streaming platforms, including YouTube.Leave a 5-star review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ if you found value in this episode or a previous episode!BOOK US FOR SPEAKING + BRAND DEALS: ————————————Explore our diverse collaboration opportunities as the leading and fastest-growing Black men's mental health platform on social media. Let's create something dope for your brand/company. Take the first step by filling out the form on our website: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/speaking-brand-deals HOW TO FIND A DOPE, BLACK THERAPIST: ————————————We are teaching a FREE webinar on how to find a dope, Black therapist – sign up for the next session here: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/black-therapistAll webinar attendees will have the opportunity to be paired with a Black mental health professional in Safe Haven. We have had 5K+ people sign up for this webinar in the past. Don't miss out. Slots are limited. SAFE HAVEN:————————————Safe Haven is a holistic healing platform built for Black men by Black men. In Safe Haven, you will be connected with a Black mental health professional, so you can finally heal from the things you find it difficult to talk about AND you will receive support from like-minded Black men that are all on their healing journey, so you don't have to heal alone.Join Safe Haven Now: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-havenSUPPORT THE PLATFORM:————————————Safe Haven: https://www.expressyourselfblackman.com/safe-havenMonthly Donation: https://buy.stripe.com/eVa5o0fhw1q3guYaEEMerchandise: https://shop.expressyourselfblackman.comFOLLOW US:————————————TikTok: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.tiktok.com/@expressyourselfblackman) Instagram:Host: @expressyourselfblackman (https://www.instagram.com/expressyourselfblackman) Guests:@the_relatable_counselor (https://www.instagram.com/the_relatable_counselor/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpressYourselfBlackManFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/expressyourselfblackman

On today’s show: Israel and Hamas inch closer to a ceasefire. What to know about special counsel Jack Smith’s final report on Trump's election-interference case. TIME explains why so many incarcerated firefighters are battling the L.A. fires. President Biden attempted to shore up and reflect on his foreign policy legacy in a speech Monday. CBS News has more. And Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Pentagon pick, faces a tough confirmation test that begins today. Liz Goodwin, a congressional reporter at the Washington Post tells us that is just the start for Trump’s nominees. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

Incarcerated people grow crops, fight wildfires, and manufacture everything from prescription glasses to highway signs — often for pennies an hour. Zachary Crockett takes the next exit, in this special episode of The Economics of Everyday Things. SOURCES:Laura Appleman, professor of law at Willamette University.Christopher Barnes, inmate at the Franklin Correctional Center.Lee Blackman, general manager at Correction Enterprises.Gene Hawkins, senior principal engineer at Kittelson and professor emeritus of civil engineering at Texas A&M University.Renee Roach, state signing and delineation engineer for the North Carolina Department of Transportation.Brian Scott, ex-inmate, former worker at the Correction Enterprises printing plant.Louis Southall, warden of Franklin Correctional Center. RESOURCES:“Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways, 11th Edition,” by the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (2023).“Prisoners in the U.S. Are Part of a Hidden Workforce Linked to Hundreds of Popular Food Brands,” by Robin McDowell and Margie Mason (AP News, 2024).“Ex-Prisoners Face Headwinds as Job Seekers, Even as Openings Abound,” by Talmon Joseph Smith (The New York Times, 2023).“Bloody Lucre: Carceral Labor and Prison Profit,” by Laura Appleman (Wisconsin Law Review, 2022).“The Road to Clarity,” by Joshua Yaffa (The New York Times Magazine, 2007).Correction Enterprises. EXTRAS:“Do People Pay Attention to Signs?” by No Stupid Questions (2022).The Economics of Everyday Things.