Podcast appearances and mentions of Louis L Reed

In this episode of the My Simplified Life podcast, host Michelle Glogovac welcomes back Louis L. Reed to discuss his new children's book, Deuce's First Step. The conversation explores the impact of parental incarceration on children, the inspiration behind the book, and the importance of empathy and understanding in addressing the needs of these children. Louis shares his personal experiences and aspirations for the book, aiming to reach a million children affected by parental incarceration and to create a cultural connection through storytelling. What We're Talking About... The book is aimed at children with incarcerated parents. Louis L. Reed's personal experience as a child of incarcerated parents inspired the book. There are over 6 million children in the U.S. with incarcerated parents. The First Step Act has released over 45,000 people from federal prison. 87% of those released under the First Step Act did not recidivate. The book aims to foster empathy and understanding among children. Conversations about incarceration need to start early in children's lives. The goal is to distribute the book free of charge to impacted children. An animated series based on the book will be released on YouTube. The book is culturally representative and aims to reflect the experiences of affected children. Chapters 00:00 Reintroduction and Personal Connection 07:49 Inspiration Behind Deuce's First Step 13:53 Goals and Aspirations for the Book 19:30 Future Plans and Broader Impact 27:13 Building Empathy Through Literature Links Mentioned Deuce's First Step by Louis L. Reed https://amzn.to/41vJbUa Louis L. Reed's Instagram https://instagram.com/heinspires4real Louis L. Reed's Website https://www.louislreed.org/ My Simplified Life Episode #79 with Louis L. Reed https://themlgcollective.com/ep79  

In this episode, host Louis L. Reed meets with the person he irresponsibly shot - Tyron Rivera - who was 5 years-old at the time. Listen to this riveting story of redemption, reconciliation, and restoration.Support the Show.We appreciate you listening!Tap in with us https://www.instagram.com/heinspires4real or https://www.twitter.com/louislreed to keep the conversation going!

In this deeply personal installment of the Illmatic Podcast, host Louis L. Reed is joined by his son, Kaison "Big Gucci K", a CT hip-hop artist, and co-host Lillie Ennis, to explore the significant impact of his 14-year incarceration. Louis and Kaison get into the emotional and psychological effects of this extended separation, examining the complexities of their relationship, the challenges Louis's daughters have faced, and the struggles of a 'stepdad' living in the shadow of Louis's legacy. Additionally, the episode sheds light on Lillie's path to reconciliation with her father. At 40, Lilie confronts and begins to understand the issues that have plagued their relationship since she was four years old. This episode offers a candid look at the dynamics of family relationships altered by absence and the journey toward understanding and healing.Support the showWe appreciate you listening!Tap in with us https://www.instagram.com/heinspires4real or https://www.twitter.com/louislreed to keep the conversation going!

In a recent episode of our podcast, we delved into the inspiring journey of Philadelphia's rising star, Diamond Street Keem, who has recently signed with Meek Mill's Dream Chasers label. Alongside co-host Carl "PC" Day, we explored Keem's life, his music career, and the healing power of his art.Keem began by recounting a traumatic childhood experience, witnessing a homicide at just nine years old. This set a somber yet profound tone for our conversation, extending beyond music to themes of survival and resilience. Keem's candidness offered a glimpse into the harsh realities faced by many in urban settings.The mood shifted as Keem shared the pivotal moment of signing with Dream Chasers, a significant career and life milestone. He expressed deep appreciation for Meek Mill's mentorship, emphasizing the value of community support and representation. This part of the discussion highlighted the transformative impact of mentorship and success in marginalized communities.Keem also discussed how music serves as a therapeutic outlet for him, a way to find peace amidst chaos. This insight into his creative process revealed the depth of his work and the therapeutic potential of music.The interview underscored resilience, both in Keem's personal life and artistic journey, illustrating the power of music as a tool for coping with adversity and fostering hope.Overall, this episode offered a profound look into Diamond Street Keem's life and career, emphasizing the themes of resilience, community, and the healing power of music, transcending the typical artist interview to explore the human experience behind the art.Support the showWe appreciate you listening!Tap in with us https://www.instagram.com/heinspires4real or https://www.twitter.com/louislreed to keep the conversation going!

What would your life look like after 14 years in prison? For Louis L Reed it has been nothing but action becoming a Rock Star in the Justice Reform Movement. His leadership has led to the passage of more than 30 state and federal bills, including creating the biggest grassroots national advocacy group for the First Step Act signed into law in 2018. He has consulted with the White House, Department of Justice, Fortune 100 Corporations, State, and Federal Agencies. You might have just seen Louis on the cover of LA Weekly for the top 5 entrepreneurs to follow. Louis is the producer of the hit HULU Series Unprisoned. He is the author of the book, "9 Steps to Fall Up When You Trip Down." I love this quote on Louis's website, "Human potential is absolutely amazing...it can produce destiny out of disaster, miracles out of mistakes, purpose out of pain, and strength out of struggles." Checkout Louis Reed's website louislreed.org. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brent-cassity/support

Exposed to a life of crime as a child, Louis L Reed is sentenced to nearly 16 years in federal prison by the time he turns 22 years old. Listen to Louis's traumatic story unfold in this tell-all interview and find out how he was able to become a symbol for hope & change. Connect with Louis L Reed:https://www.louislreed.org/ Connect with Ian Bick: https://www.ianbick.com/Subscribe to our membership program on YouTube to get early access to interviews, see behind the scenes photos & more:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRvVklIft6DMelVW18M0oBw/joinPowered by Q29 Productions, LLC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of Big Blend Radio features director/filmmaker Brandon Kramer and Louis L. Reed, Sr. Director of Membership and Partnerships for the REFORM Alliance, who discuss the documentary film THE FIRST STEP."The First Step" is an independent production of Meridian Hill Pictures that focuses on how in a divided America, Van Jones controversially works across party lines on landmark criminal justice reform and a more humane response to America's addiction crisis. Attempting to be a bridge builder in a time of extreme polarization takes him deep into the inner workings of a divisive administration, internal debates within both parties, and the lives of frontline activists fighting for their communities.Showing in select theatres across North America, Van Jones, Jared Kushner, Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, Vice President Kamala Harris, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Cory Booker, Senator Shelly Capito, Senator Rand Paul, Senator Mike Lee, Mayor Karen Bass, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, Louis L. Reed, Patrisse Cullors, Charlemagne Tha God, Karen Hunter, Kim Kardashian, Donald Trump, and many more. More at www.firststepfilm.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Directed by Brandon Kramer, THE FIRST STEP follows media personality and change maker Van Jones as he attempts to do the impossible: reach across the political aisle in order to initiate real change. Faced with a landmark criminal justice bill, Jones attempts to partner with the Trump administration while calling them out, drawing the ire of the public in the process. In this 1on1, we speak to Kramer and activist Louis L. Reed about the importance of reaching across the aisle, the antogonism of the status quo and sitting in the room with the president.

This episode of Across The Margin: The Podcast features an interview with Louis L. Reed who organized a national grassroots network of reform activists after serving fourteen years in federal prison, and Brandon Kramer, a Washington, DC-based filmmaker and co-founder of Meridian Hill Pictures. Brandon directed City of Trees. and the Webby Award-winning independent documentary series The Messy Truth. Brandon won Best Director at the 2016 Chesapeake Film Festival and Indie Capital Awards, received the Audience Choice Award at the 2015 American Conservation Film Festival and was a 2015 DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities Individual Arts Fellow. He has directed over 30 short documentaries commissioned by public agencies and nonprofits including AARP and US Institute of Peace. Before starting Meridian Hill Pictures, Brandon served as a teaching artist for the John F. Kennedy Center's national media education program. Brandon's latest documentary, The First Step, finds activist and famed CNN correspondent Van Jones, in a divided American, controversially working across party lines on landmark criminal justice reform and a more humane response to America's addiction crisis. Attempting to be a bridge builder in a time of extreme polarization takes him deep into the inner workings of a divisive administration, internal debates within both parties, and the lives of frontline activists fighting for their communities. Facing fierce opposition from both political parties in a climate where bipartisanship has become a dirty word, Jones and his team enlist the support of justice-impacted individuals, faith leaders, grassroots activists and cultural figures — including Kim Kardashian — to pass legislation that would fix some broken aspects of the justice system and bring thousands of incarcerated people home early. The bill's champions immediately find themselves navigating a high-stakes game of political chess in Washington, D.C. Their quest brings them face-to-face with progressive champions like Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, U.S. Senators Kamala Harris and Bernie Sanders, as well as conservative figures like U.S. Senator Rand Paul, Kellyanne Conway, Jared Kushner — and ultimately, Donald Trump himself. While trying to pass a bipartisan bill through a deeply polarized Congress, Jones is condemned by the right for his progressive beliefs — and by the left for working with conservatives. The film reveals an intimate portrait of an activist's isolation and internal struggles, what it takes to make change in a divided nation, and everyday people in both political parties drawn into a historic fight for freedom and justice.The First Step is screening this weekend (2.17.23) at The Justice Film Festival. The Justice Film Festival is the premier showcase for films that shine a light on social justice and affirm the dignity of all people. Learn more about the Justice Film Festival here, including showtimes and schedule of all events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Urban Talk Radio with Shafiq & Kingsley: Louis L. Reed (Criminal Justice Reform & Re-Entry) by WNHH Community Radio

The George Floyd Foundation training series for incarcerated individuals curated & hosted by Tezlyn Figaro Communications Group. Join Tezlyn Figaro as she chats with Senior Director of Membership and Partnerships for the REFORM Alliance, Louis L. Reed. Mr. Reed walks the listener through his journey of turning his prison sentence into purpose. Mr. Reed trains, empowers and inspires the listener on how to achieve attainable steps to decrease recidivism. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

This week we sit down with Louis L. Reed. Louis and his story are remarkable, as is the work he does currently as Sr. Director of Membership & Partnerships at Reform Alliance. In this episode, Louis and I discuss the significant childhood trauma he faced, that led to his involvement in criminal activity and ultimately to his arrest and incarceration. We talk about the importance of education and mentorship on his journey to re-entry and the successful career he has built rebuilding the broken systems that he himself experienced. For more information on Louis: Check out: reformalliance.com Instagram: @heinspires4real Twitter: @LouislReed Website: thefieldpodcast.com For more information on the Field: Instagram: @the.field.podcast Website: thefieldpodcast.com Support the show on Patreon Also check out Peacebuilders! And if you enjoyed this episode, be sure to rate, review, and subscribe!

In this revealing observational portrait of political courage, Brandon Kramer's THE FIRST STEP, focuses his lens on Black progressive activist and political commentator Van Jones as he faces a polarized society head on in an effort to reform a broken criminal justice system. Jones, known for calling Donald Trump's election “a whitelash” live on primetime TV, navigates increasingly tense and isolating political and racial divides in his attempt to become a “bridge builder” during the Trump administration. Condemned by the right for his progressive beliefs, and by the left for embracing conservatives, this fraught and cinematically captured personal journey questions his integrity from all sides, forcing him to consider not only his activism but his own identity. THE FIRST STEP takes us behind the scenes of these dramatic power struggles, from internal divisions within both parties, to the lives of activists fighting on the frontlines for their communities. The First Step features Louis L. Reed, Jessica Jackson, Virgie Walker, Pete White, Tylo James. Including Jared Kushner, Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Cory Booker, Senator Kamala Harris, Senator Shelly Capito, Senator Rand Paul, Senator Mike Lee, Congresswoman Karen Bass, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman, Patrisse Cullors, Charlemagne Tha God, Karen Hunter, and Kim Kardashian. Director Brandon Kramer joins us to talk about the daunting challenge faced by Van ones as he attempts to find the common ground of common interest and policy reforms that will benefit all Americans, while being vilified by many of the same people he is working with. For news and updates go to: meridianhillpictures.com

We need to have a deep heart to heart conversation about what’s going on in our country right before our eyes. If you’re a white mom, then I feel that we need to start not only paying attention but speaking up, speaking out and  protecting all of our children, no matter what color they are. We are the mothers of these police officers that are killing black men and boys. We are mothers of sons and know what it is like to hear them cry out for us for help. We have been raising children and now we need to raise a nation. We need to come together and start making a difference. Racism is a learned behavior and we need to stop the cycle of hate. It’s time to create a movement of moms and I’m ready to step up to start it. Will you join me and speak up?   Michelle Talks About Black Lives Matter Racism Is A Learned Behavior Teaching Your Children To Be Anti-Racist Getting Rid Of Distractions & Worrying Less About What Others Think Why I Believe White Moms Can Create The Change We Need To See Speak Up by Miranda Paul   Links Mentioned EP79: Legal & Criminal Justice Reform with Louis L. Reed Speak Up by Miranda Paul Anti-Racism Work Could Kill Your Social Circle — Maybe That's a Good Thing

I'm looking back on the past 13 months and what I've learned from this pandemic. I've taken time to fully focus on myself even without time to myself. This week I'll receive my 2nd COVID vaccine shot and life is looking like some normalcy will return to it. My kids have proven to be extremely resilient and adaptable and I couldn't be more proud of them. I'm sharing what I've learned about myself this year and how I've ensured time for reflection on myself, my business, and my relationships. Michelle Talks About Finding Time To Focus On Myself Creating Quiet Space & Time What It Means To Be A Good Neighbor Holding Space For Others   Links Mentioned EP79: Legal and Criminal Justice Reform with Louis L. Reed www.themslcollective.com/ep79  

You are in charge of what your future looks like, regardless of your past or present. Senior Director of Memberships and Partnerships for REFORM Alliance, Louis L. Reed is the absolute living example of that. After spending 14 years in federal prison, Louis is now working towards criminal justice and legal reform. He recognized that he wanted to create a legacy of purpose for himself and is on the path to doing exactly that. I don’t have vast knowledge or education on the prison system, but I wanted to learn what criminal justice reform means and looks like, and  why it’s needed. I was curious to find out what is going on in our prisons, what needs to be changed, what can we do to create change and ultimately a better world for everyone. Louis shares his story and experiences and has a raw, open, and candid conversation with me about the criminal justice system, mental health crisis, and our police system.  I truly believe that it’s in having these types of conversations we can create change and experience empathy. I’m eternally grateful to Louis for having this one with me and look forward to many more honest conversations. Michelle Talks About Louis L. Reed’s Story: From Prison to Criminal Justice Reform What Is Criminal Justice Reform? The Mental Health Crisis In America Refunding The Police Instead Of Defunding First Step Act Ways You Can Help Legal And Criminal Justice Reform Links Mentioned Louis L. Reed’s Website https://www.louislreed.org/  Louis L. Reed on Instagram www.instagram.com/heinspires4real  Louis L. Reed on Twitter https://twitter.com/LouislReed  Dream Corps https://www.thedreamcorps.org/  REFORM Alliance https://reformalliance.com/ First Step Act https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Step_Act

Some very kind words from my dear friends Louis L. Reed and Babz Rawls Ivy in this brief PSA. Thank you Louis and Babz! - Jeff

Louis L. Reed has never forgotten his federal prison number and like a tattoo, it’s a permanent reminder of his survival and eventual redemption. Louis Reed is the National Organizer for #Cut50. Cut50 was started by CNN commentator Van Jones to reduce the prison population by half in America.

I was recently invited by The President to the White House for a reception celebrating the passing of The First Step Act.  It was an emotional event commemorating the early release of many non-violent criminals who were sent away for decades after being given unfair sentences.  One of those people, a guy named Troy Powell calls into the podcast to tell us what it was like to go from wearing a prison jumpsuit in the big house last month to standing on stage with the President in the East Room of the White House.   We also talk to Louis L. Reed, who is the National Organizer of a criminal justice reform advocacy group called #Cut50.  But the whole show kicks off with a “Roast In Peace” tribute to the great Nipsy Hussell.  Life is tough. We're getting through it together.  Additional Material: Ed Larson Kevin Schini  Make sure to send your feedback to thickskinwithjeffross@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @thickskinwithjeffross @therealjeffreyross @eddietunes @troy.powell @heinspires4real

I was recently invited by The President to the White House for a reception celebrating the passing of The First Step Act.  It was an emotional event commemorating the early release of many non-violent criminals who were sent away for decades after being given unfair sentences.  One of those people, a guy named Troy Powell calls into the podcast to tell us what it was like to go from wearing a prison jumpsuit in the big house last month to standing on stage with the President in the East Room of the White House.   We also talk to Louis L. Reed, who is the National Organizer of a criminal justice reform advocacy group called #Cut50.  But the whole show kicks off with a “Roast In Peace” tribute to the great Nipsy Hussell.  Life is tough. We’re getting through it together.  Additional Material: Ed Larson Kevin Schini  Make sure to send your feedback to thickskinwithjeffross@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @thickskinwithjeffross @therealjeffreyross @eddietunes @troy.powell @heinspires4real