Within the United States, there are currently 2.3 million people in prisons, jails and correctional facilities. Approximately 10 million men, women and youth pass through jail or prisons yearly. Our podcasts are produced to reduce these numbers. The men on the Death or Prison program know what incarceration is and offer their personal experiences in order to tell how a second chance can become a new life. As the episodes unfold, the perspectives of the panel and their guests unlock an undeniable and enlightening path illuminated by their faith.
David, while serving 10 years, became involved in the Faith and Character program of his Florida camp. God kept giving him messages of encouragement during his time, which he listened to and made a focus of his life.
David grew up 'the coolest guy on the math team.' After a young marriage, 4 children, family health problems, self medication with alcohol and depression, David attempted a murder. He paid a 10 year penalty.
Lateria was a mother at 17 and in prison. She kept God in her life during the time but never really committed to Him until the last sentence. In prison in two States, her testimony is compelling.
Lateria was born with a "Silver Spoon" in her mouth. She had everything she could ever ask for; except the lifestyle was made possible by drug sales. Her Mother was the one doing the selling and when she was busted, Lateria turned to shoplifting at the age of 13. There is more to the story.
Patrick Mahoney believes human behavior is a central challenge when it comes to law enforcement. Patrick has a helping heart and his career has centered around making successful pathways in life for those individuals dealing with post incarceration probation or parole.
Annie had a dream that changed her life. After the experience, she began a relationship with Jesus and by perseverance and dedication, changed her thinking patterns. Annie is now dedicated to helping others avoid the pitfalls she encountered that put her into prison.
Annie hated God for most of her life. Poverty, molestation and murder of her brother were just some of the events that molded her. She was in and out of incarceration for most all of her life. Annie says, "16.9 years." She never got a chance to be a child. But God never let her go.
After Vietnam and drugs playing a major role in his life, Sam attended a Bible study in San Francisco and discovered Isaiah 53. His life wasn't the same after that encounter.
Drugs, sex, partying and money led to an arrest for armed trafficking. Sam was looking at 30 years until the Lord God Almighty spoke to him through the noise.
While in prison doing his 2 life sentences plus 45, Corre changed and began to pray to God for forgiveness, favor, mercy, spiritual strength, love in his heart and hope. Maturity had a lot to do with his change and his release after serving a total of 27 years.
Corre followed his uncle's lead and started a life of crime at the age of 9. He had multiple arrests when he was young but all ended up with slaps on the wrist. His crimes became more severe as he got older until he was sentenced to basically die in prison.
Antonio was shot numerous times, died, came back to life and spent the next few years serving his sentence. In all of this, Antonio gives credit to God for helping him get through the pain of it all.
Now a paraplegic and in a wheelchair for the remainder of his life, Antonio tells what led to his getting shot 7 times.
Sentenced to Natural Life plus 180 years Consecutive, Jude then spent years inside hating God, Christians and anyone else who got in his way. Then God had His way.
Most all of his childhood he was abused. Made to fight his brother in a hole they first had to dig, Jude was schooled in survival.
Ricky didn't want a Sex Offender label on him for the rest of his life so he followed his Mom's advice and served 60 months. A good example of a mother's love.
Ricky tells us that he has had his share of hardships. He was a professional at getting into trouble at age 9. In an over-sexed upbringing, he wanted approval. Then came the idea that led to prison.
It took a shower in prison to make Joe surrender and give his powerless life to God Almighty. At that moment, Joe realized his life mattered and he found a purpose.
Joe had a rough childhood, an abusive father and trauma in his life. Listen up and find out how God had an answer for all of that!
Drugs, drugs and more drugs and that lifestyle took Roddy Martin to a point in his life where he lost everything. He was robbing from his mother, his family, his neighbors, everybody was a target. But it ended once he accepted God Almighty into his life, was baptized in prison, spent 4 years and came out clean! Now working for God and His Kingdom, Roddy will give those who need hope, Christ centered hope. Listen Up!
Roddy Martin artistically known Sound Doctrino C.E.O. of CBT Music Ministry & nonprofit.
An abusive father, family in gangs and a school dropout, how do you think all that would work?
The most Gangsta thing Drew ever did was give his life to Jesus. Drew is a living testimony to the power of God.
Molestation at a young age led to anger, rage and a survival thinking mode through his teens. So Drew joined a local gang and the trouble, heavy drug use and gang-banging began. Fortunately God never let go.
Since he gave his life to the Lord God, Evert has lived his purpose; helping others to understand that the Devil is a liar.
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God does. Sentenced to 4 Life Sentences, the question for Joe was life or death. The power of God went deep inside him when he heard the answer to his question and immediately he felt the power of God enter his heart and he was born again at that moment! Old things passed away and all things became new, this according to God's promise.
Joe found more acceptance outside of his family than inside. His 'hood' peers took him on a wrong path and he ended up taking the lives of two men.
Vernon came to God after about a decade inside and has been living his life after release in peace.
The Innocent Project took interest in Vernon's case and through a long process proving Vernon's innocence, got him released. He leaned on God through the process and God didn't fail.
While in prison, Sean chiseled away at his reputation by first earning his GED, a proud moment. Seeking his education, Sean found change uncomfortable but he kept at it and has a success story to tell.
Sean describes himself as young and naive to the dangers of the street as they became normal, everyday life. It was 'keep it real or stand the pain,' in his survival mode. A spiritual battle raged around him which eventually led to a 40 year prison sentence and a 15 year plea.
The characteristics of God, His nature and attributes, are discussed by Pastors Chip, Tony and Raul.
There is a great deal of hopelessness in the world of incarceration. What can relieve the chaos in the mind of an unbeliever? Pastors Chip Nelson, Tony Loeffler Sr. and Raul discuss the topic.
This is a teaching of who God is. What you believe can influence how you live the one life God gave you.
Why is it that we hurt the most --- the people we love the most? How do we learn to forgive ourselves? These are important questions that are asked daily and which need answers. The men discuss this important topic.
Life becomes real when the gate slams behind you. Reality means it's impossible to live in this world for free. The men discuss how to make yourself more employable, starting before a release date.
Oswald, Raul and Elmo have a discussion on how incarceration, correctional control, impacts family, friends and time spent with and without them.
Kalen had two crackhead bodyguards, a big stash, a sleeping girlfriend and ... a radical transformation which led to everyone's change of lifestyle.
As a young child, Kalen Salmon was arrested for a prank on a teacher and charged with 2nd Degree Assault. His life took a spiral after that and eventually led to him turning himself into the authorities on a sexual offense charge. A sexual offender is always a target when locked up. Learn how God took a hand in keeping him safe.
Johnnie wasn’t doing the right things. But the moment he surrendered his life to God while in prison, everything changed for the better. He did a ‘personal inventory’ and discovered a new way to live.
Johnnie tried to fill an emptiness he felt inside with drugs, especially the use of Methamphetamine. With Meth, more often than not, there are no success stories. Johnnie is the exception to the rule, thanks be to God.
Macho was facing a life sentence for 16 charges of attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm.He tried the religion of Islam but then found Christ. After that moment of submission, he ministered the Gospel to Latin Kings in every prison he was assigned. The Kings loved his message!
Because of years of abuse and teasing, Robert looked to The Latin Kings for acceptance. A member at 14, it was a recipe for disaster.
After hearing his sentence was, "25 years to life without the possibility of parole," Troy was numb. His criminal thinking led to no accountability, no responsibility for his actions, and the belief that everything he did was fine. A paradigm shift and acceptance of Jesus into his heart taught him that just was not the case.
Troy Martin had an older "mentor" when he was 8 years old and was taught to steal and not get caught. Unfortunately, bad choices from then on led to a murder and thirty three years spent in prison.
Ivan Blanco kept doing the same thing and getting the same result: more prison, more jail time and more shame. He finally turned his life around only with God’s help.
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Arrested and in handcuffs, Mom arrived with prayer on her lips, salvation in her words and Kingdom in her soul. All for her son.
How would you feel if you got this news? Aquil's father died and when told, something broke inside.
A shank made to kill himself hidden under his pillow and an old white man approaching his cell door, both scenarios make for a disaster about to happen. God had other plans however, and Alonzo saw the face of an Angel looking through the bars.
Alonzo got so upside down in his life, he robbed a church's congregation. From then on his life kept going downhill.
These next episodes detailing the life of Alonzo Dixon are evidence of the depth of evil to which a man can sink. But more importantly is the reality that there is no pit, no black hole, no evil so great, that God can’t through His love, reach down, pull a person out and lead that individual to a life of transformation and redemption.
"We hurt the people we love, to impress the people we don't love." During a prison visit, Ander's daughter looked at him when he was in chains and handcuffs, made a statement and asked a question. How did she impact his life?
Ander was jumped into the Latin Kings at the age of 14 by five grown men. What began was a downward spiral of crime in a gang which welcomed his violence.
Will Sauveur immersed himself in books the last 5 years of his sentence to prepare himself for release. He repaired his mind, his soul, and his spirit with the help of God Almighty. He didn't want to be a failed statistic and has a success story to tell.
Will took care of his family while growing up but then he got in trouble not listening to God. He served 23 years for being deaf.
A tough life has led to a strong man standing on his faith, addicted to God, Christ and the Holy Spirit.
While in prison, Blaze had a new man inside struggling to get out. The New Man finally made it and Blaze experienced God's love and the inpouring of His spirit.
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Blaze Herron spent 14 years in an orphanage, served 20 years in the Navy as a Medical Doctor, retired with the rank of Commander and then spent 20 more years in prison for a variety of crimes committed while riding with a notorious motorcycle gang. What happened?
David Burke was sentenced to 30 years as a Habitual Offender. At that moment, David felt God turned His back on him so for 17 years of incarceration, anger filled his heart - until the day he was slapped in the face by a message.
David spent 5 terms and a total of 40 years in prison for crimes he committed to support his drug habit. He tried cocaine one night as a young man which led to many years of addiction, pain and hurt for family and friends and tragic consequences.
Episode 87: Marianne Van Dongen, Part 2- A New Beginning At The End
God's mercy, love and faithfulness is exemplified as Marianne is released from parole April 17, 2024.
Mike asked The Lord to come alongside him during a long journey through Death Row. He was released from the wrong and given the right.
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"Plea out or trial ?" - that was the question. He took the trial and lost. But the story has a better ending than the sentence and teaching himself law was the key.
Part 2 of Timothy Kane's testimony reveals how a 16-year-old boy sentenced to two life sentences finds joy in his surroundings. Baptized in a prison chapel, accepting the freedom Christ offered, Timothy is out now and preaching at a prison where he spent 18 years of his young life. That's not all...
Stay Away From That Kid!
14 years old and not heeding his mother's warning, Timothy Kane was arrested for participating in a double murder that 'The Kid' committed. 25 years of adult prison followed.
John and Troy have spent a total of 69 years in prison. Graduates of the Dr. Regina B. Shearns Corrections Transition Program, they speak of how the program brings inspiration, education and hope into the lives of the incarcerated.
Dr. Regina B. Shearns Correctional Transition Program is giving education and hope to men who have been incarcerated for more than 25 years. Doc and Alumnae John Eddings discuss the ins and 'outs.'
Six times in prison since the 1980's, Derrick began his criminal career at the tender age of ten. With no father and working the streets, he had little chance. He has now had enough of that life and is committed to rehabilitation and accountability.
Rodney, a man who found Christ early in his incarceration, speaks of his role as a servant leader and living his life to the fullest in prison. In front of the camera, he thanks God for his confinement.
Cheryl Mason, Education Supervisor at Everglades Correctional Institution, Florida, provides additional information on this important program.
A homeless runaway at the age of 16, arrested for murder and sentenced to life at the age of 18. Although still serving his sentence, Clayton has been living a Christ-centered life since he turned 28. Now 58, he inspires others to live as full a life as possible.
Asst. Warden Scott Siegler details a program that is a method to change people, places and things in preparation for success after release.
"God had His hand on me," says Ricky. While serving 42 years in prison for murder, he was selling drugs, shanked more than once, and was living the 'stinkin thinkin' life. Then God changed everything.
Ricky has had an interesting life: A turbulent childhood, three tours of duty in the U.S. Army in Vietnam, and a red car. Learn how the story comes together.
Anthony Smith tried everything but God to get his life together. Then he made a decision. Watch what happened next.
Frank Murphy Jr. at age 15 was arrested for gun violence and faced a 15 year sentence. From that low point, he raised himself to being twice awarded the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. What a story!
Adam Jolly was serving a 50 year sentence then... discover how his life changed in one instant. Doctor, yes Doctor Jolly tells his story.
Tara McCard is doing well now but her life has been a struggle. This is her story of survival.
A major part of Jack Brewer's mission is to serve God, fatherless children and prisoners. That's a mix with a Kingdom impact.
Tara's heart-wrenching story: If I don't die I have one more chance. God gave her more than one.
Before being transferred from one prison to another, Adam Jolly was given a shank by a fellow prisoner, his uncle. Talk about a generational curse.
In a society within a society, where a gold smile defines a man, Adam Jolly dialed God's phone number (Jeremiah 33: 3) and got an answer. After hanging up, he dedicated his life according to the promise God made in that verse.
Pastor Esau Green was broken, weeping in the arms of someone who cared. He was in pieces then but is whole today, living a full life as Pastor of a Church in Connecticut. God worked His miracle.
Abandonment and separation from parents at a young age can have SERIOUS consequences as in leading to a 45 year sentence for murder.
Big Mel was 20 years old and sentenced to 45 years for murder. He didn't feel so big when that happened. Prayers from Mom and a restoration of hope over a lot of years changed him. God gave Big Mel favor. Deacon Mel tells his story.
Carl Pugh wanted an education and a house for his Mom. Armed robbery and an arrest changed his path. Part 1 of a testimony of a country boy alone, living day to day making wrong choices.
Carl Pugh has had a varied religious past. He tried Buddhism, Islam, and a few more. He finally found what he was looking for when he got down on his knees and accepted Christ.
Carl Pugh has had a varied religious past. He tried Buddhism, Islam, and a few more. He finally found what he was looking for when he got down on his knees and accepted Christ.
Carl Pugh wanted an education and a house for his Mom. Armed robbery and an arrest changed his path. Part 1 of a testimony of a country boy alone, living day to day making wrong choices.
Big Mel was 20 years old and sentenced to 45 years for murder. He didn't feel so big when that happened. Prayers from Mom and a restoration of hope over a lot of years changed him. God gave Big Mel favor. Deacon Mel tells his story.
Abandonment and separation from parents at a young age can have SERIOUS consequences as in leading to a 45 year sentence for murder.
Pastor Esau Green was broken, weeping in the arms of someone who cared. He was in pieces then but is whole today, living a full life as Pastor of a Church in Connecticut. God worked His miracle.
Before being transferred from one prison to another, Adam Jolly was given a shank by a fellow prisoner, his uncle. Talk about a generational curse.
In a society within a society, where a gold smile defines a man, Adam Jolly dialed God's phone number (Jeremiah 33: 3) and got an answer. After hanging up, he dedicated his life according to the promise God made in that verse.
Before being transferred from one prison to another, Adam Jolly was given a shank by a fellow prisoner, his uncle. Talk about a generational curse.
Tara's heart-wrenching story: If I don't die I have one more chance. God gave her more than one.
Tara McCard is doing well now but her life has been a struggle. This is her story of survival.
Tara McCard is doing well now but her life has been a struggle. This is her story of survival.
Adam Jolly was serving a 50 year sentence then... discover how his life changed in one instant. Doctor, yes Doctor Jolly tells his story.
Adam Jolly was serving a 50 year sentence then... discover how his life changed in one instant. Doctor, yes Doctor Jolly tells his story.
Frank Murphy Jr. at age 15 was arrested for gun violence and faced a 15 year sentence. From that low point, he raised himself to being twice awarded the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. What a story!
Anthony Smith tried everything but God to get his life together. Then he made a decision. Watch what happened next.
One of the notorious Rolex Bandits, Anthony Smith found a rewind in his life on God’s clock.
Marjorie Rodriguez was a gun carrier, drug dealer, and all around bad girl. Until she found both God and her husband Gus and turned her life around.
In the second of two episodes, Agustin 'Gus' Rodriguez tells us 'I knew I died." It was his repent or perish moment. Now a "New Creation in Christ," Gus is alive and doing God's work.
Agustin 'Gus' Rodriguez was the definition of a thug, 'gangsta', gang leader, hoodlum, a menace to society. You name it; he was it. And he started at age 13. A different man now, what's up with that?
Richard Glau, Manager Faith Based Services, The GEO Group, Inc., left the New York Stock Exchange for a career in prison ministry and the opportunity to bring a 'God Consciousness' to a harsh environment. He loves His work.
Angela Geisinger, Senior Director Academic and Vocational Programs, discusses story topics beginning with a sentence. Sometimes it's a prison sentence.
Manny Alvarez, Regional Director of Operations, Sequel Youth and Family Services, made a big move for a young man; he decided to take a class in college which led to a career in Juvenile Justice.
John Robert Eddy went from two years of sobriety to facing a 25-year sentence in Federal prison. He considered it a blessing.
John Robert Eddy's father gave him a lesson in tree stump removal. When he applied the lesson to his life, the damage stopped.
You are a good candidate for probation, but you are a better one not to be on probation.
Joe Winkler, Assistant Secretary Community Corrections of the Florida Department of Corrections, gives probation guidelines for success.
In the first of a series of interviews, Joe Winkler, Assistant Secretary of Community Corrections, Florida Department of Corrections, details how Probation Officers support the success of individuals released from incarceration and on supervision.
John Eddings has lived a full life. Most of his life, he was committed to crime but is now committed to Christ.
Family, Attitude, Communication, Employment, Improvement, and Taking Responsibility helps individuals succeed. A new and exciting program started by the Florida Department of Corrections gives individuals the opportunity to F.A.C.E. I.T. and a real opportunity for success.
John Eddings has a memorable past. Sentenced to 904 years plus three life sentences for crimes he committed, John spent 38 years, 7 months and 13 days inside. He escaped from two jails and two prisons. But that is not all of the stories.
Jorge Goudie used it all, smoked it all, did it all. While in prison with thirty-eight felony convictions, he yelled at God. In an audible voice, he heard God answer. What did He say?
Jorge Goudie considered himself Mighty Mouse while growing up, constantly getting in fights, abusing drugs and looking for trouble. From criminal to Christian, hear his story.
The 'Secret' is simple: think about the Kingdom of God more than you think about yourself and activate leadership in others.
Author of the Book 'Hero Maker,' Dave Ferguson discusses 5 essentials for encouraging others to be their best. Hold the mayo, pour on the oil and salt. Enjoy the taste.
In this second episode, Richard DeLisi tells of the 'good lasagna' a Chiros Christian group of men served during a 4 day Bible meeting. Not only was lasagna on the plate, but so was The Bread of Life. In the proverbial 'bait and switch,' Richard switched to a God centered existence and from then on, time worked for him.
Richard DeLisi lived a fast, loose life ended by the longest prison sentence ever handed out for the non-violent crime of marijuana smuggling. 32 years later and 30 days out, he tells his story.
Kevin Sabbath reentered his community after a long, 'Same Day' sentence. Determined to be a business minded man, his achievement is now his life.
Kevin Sabbath has a high IQ, a lot of street knowledge and a great last name. The first part of his life he didn't keep the Sabbath Holy. What happened?
Eddie Vidal sang songs of worship after the Judge sentenced him to 25 years. What made him so grateful?
Eddie Vidal came out of his prison cell mad. He told the Preacher off. What happened next?
Brandon Boyce smoked pot at age nine and progressed to cocaine then heroin, all in a spiraling addiction that led to his brothers and uncles deaths, parents divorce, homelessness, burglaries, panhandling, jail then prison. Learn how he changed in prison and why June 11, 2012, was his day of salvation.
Secretary Inch discusses the ‘Inmate Welfare Trust Fund’ devoted to promoting a more peaceful prison environment.
An inspired FDOC program mixes short sentence stay inmates with long sentence inmates who are trained in mentoring and incentivizing positive life choices.
Florida Department of Corrections Secretary Mark Inch speaks to Florida’s reentry plan in this first of a three part series, 'Roadmap to Restoration'.
John Giles tells of how losing a game of football led to living a life of crime. After arrest and incarceration, brutal Friday night 'test of heart' fights became the norm. He was tough but had little hope. He considered suicide. Until, on a different Friday night, he asked Jesus into his heart and immediately experienced the salvation that now rules his life. Hear his testimony.
'Lay Away While Away' reminds the incarcerated to prepare for release by planning for the day. Money put aside while inside, will aid in obtaining good credit, a necessity for a better life.
The toughest of stories, hard to tell, harder to hear, connected through our humanity and God’s plan.
Suicide in prison is a dangerous reality. This episode focuses on three solutions: Mentors, God, and Welcoming Churches.
Herdy Casseus, 17 years old and facing a life sentence for the use of a mask and firearm during a robbery, found the answer to his future after pleading guilty and doing 10 years. Herdy discovered an old, unused guitar in a prison closet, taught himself how to play and unlocked his future in music. Herdy says it was a gift from the Lord.
Oswald Newbold ll spent 25 years in prison. He speaks to the importance of using the time, not just doing the time. While inside, he prepared his mind, educational level and skill set, for an eventual release. Learn what a difference planning made in his successful transition and of the community work he is now doing with at-risk youth.
Oswald Newbold ll describes his path to prison. After committing a crime with a gun, he was arrested and sentenced to 2 life sentences, plus 15 years. It was the worst moment of his brief life; he was 19 years old. Learn how he used time while doing time and prepared for an eventual release.
Casey Diaz goes from seeing a movie on his 8x10 solitary cell wall to having Hollywood produce a movie of his story. A script is in the works. His story is not over. Stay tuned.
While in solitary confinement, sentenced to serve 12 years and 8 months for second degree murder, Casey Diaz had a face to face experience with Jesus Christ. Described in detail, this encounter cannot be denied.
Our second interview with Casey Diaz details his arrest at the age of 16 for second degree murder and 52 counts of armed robbery. His sentence and eventual confinement to the Solitary Housing Unit in Folsom Prison puts him alone in an 8x10 cell. A prayer team from South Central Los Angeles visits Folsom and contact is made by a little woman with a powerful purpose; she tells Casey God has a plan for his life, and she puts him on her prayer hit list.
Casey Diaz began his life of crime in Los Angeles. He was recruited to join a notorious gang, the “Rockwood Street Locos”, when he was eleven years old. He proved himself over the years through home invasion, robbery, stabbings and murder. He had game and became the boss; The Shot Caller. Hear Casey's story in this first of at least three programs telling his story of crime and eventually, an encounter that changed his life and the life of others, forever.
Emmanuel Lamur, star NFL player, discusses hard work, sacrifice to achieve a goal and leading by example. He encourages fathers to take responsibility for raising, guiding, and building their children's lives with love and affirmation. "Point children to the right path", Emmanuel says, "for their dream of life is precious."
Freddie Morales has been our guest for the past two weeks and has detailed his life of anger and incarceration. During his 29 years, 3 months and 9 days, Freddie learned of God's love and redemption. It took a while but Freddie became an ordained Minister while still inside. Hear his story of release from the evil power that once controlled him to God's saving power that gave him new life.
Listen to Freddie Morales talk about being 'diffused.' Freddie spent 29 years, 3 months, and 9 days inside and after devoting himself to the Lord while doing his time, became a Saul to Paul example.
29 years, 3 months and 9 days inside some of Florida's most notorious prisons and an unexpected result! What you will witness is the story of Freddie Morales and his testimony of God's redemption. After being released and home for only 8 days, Freddie tells of his sometimes brutal survival and the new life he now wants to live for God.
Elmo Golden and Willie Goldsby continue their conversation. Remember, when Elmo was 16 he shot Willie. Listen as Johnny leads the discussion of how Elmo while serving 17 years in prison, fixed his life, and made peace with other inmates.
Johnny Branham and Elmo Golden are joined in studio by the man Elmo shot. They continue their conversation about the pain that families of inmates face day in and day out. Listen to part three of the collateral damage discussion as they share real-life stories from the perspective of their families and how all their lives were changed forever.
Johnny Branham, Elmo Golden, and Raul Lopez continue a deep discussion of the unintended consequences and pain that families of inmates face. Listen to part two of the collateral damage discussion as they share real life stories from the perspective of their families and how all their lives were changed forever.
Johnny Branham, Lázaro Lopez, and Raul Lopez discuss the unintended consequences that families of inmates face. Listen as they share real life stories from the perspective of their families and how all their lives were changed forever.
Johnny Branham, Elmo Golden, and Lázaro Lopez explore the ripple effects that millions of American citizens face after they trade their name in for a number. And It doesn't end there. The hosts dive into the impact this has on the family members of these inmates and what we can do to help at-risk youth before it's too late.