The bars only physically separate a person from his family, but family bonds go beyond bars. In this heartfelt podcast episode, join Ashley as she opens up about the profound changes that ensued when her husband became incarcerated, affecting not only her but also her four children. Ashley candidly shares her journey – from the initial discovery to navigating the complexities of discussing the situation with others, and how her children are coping. Gain […] The post Family Bonds Beyond Bars appeared first on Prison: The Hidden Sentence ..read more

  Incarceration can take away hope’s wings, but a helping hand can mend them, allowing hope to soar again. In this compelling episode, join us on a journey through over five decades of unwavering advocacy with Barbara Allan and David Rothenberg. Discover the inspiring story of their transformative efforts, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of those formerly incarcerated and their families. From the early days of their commitment to the present, witness the […] The post Legacy Of Transformation: Barbara Allan And David Rothenberg’s 50+ Year Journey Changing The Lives Of The Formerly I ..read more

  Julia Lazareck is the founder of Prison: The Hidden Sentence and co-founder of Prison Families Alliance along with co-founder Barbara Allan. They are both passionate about supporting anyone who has a loved one in the carceral system and raising awareness about the effects of incarceration on families and communities You can find their must-read books on Amazon, for anyone with children or a loved one in the carceral system. Drawing from their own journeys, […] The post Navigating The Holidays With An Incarcerated Loved One – Live Broadcast Recording 2 appeared first on Prison: The Hidde ..read more

  Julia Lazareck is the founder of Prison: The Hidden Sentence and co-founder of Prison Families Alliance along with co-founder Barbara Allan. They are both passionate about supporting anyone who has a loved one in the carceral system and raising awareness about the effects of incarceration on families and communities You can find their must-read books on Amazon, for anyone with children or a loved one in the carceral system. Drawing from their own journeys, […] The post Navigating The Holidays With An Incarcerated Loved One – Live Broadcast Recording 1 appeared first on Prison: The Hidde ..read more

  Kids don’t have to be bad, have bad parents, or live in bad homes to suffer mental health breakdowns, addiction, or incarceration. Everything can change instantly. If it has happened to your family, you know the feeling of losing control and the emotional chaos that comes with it. Lorri Britt, the author of My Heart Behind Bars, said that she felt shame, guilt, and loneliness when her two boys went to prison. She felt judged and […] The post A Mother’s Journey Of Grief, Incarceration, Love, And Forgiveness With Lorri Britt appeared first on Prison: The Hidden Sentence ..read more

  Michael Liebowitz shares his story about his rehabilitation in prison, his desire to change, and his epiphany of how he could change. He remembered a training course he took when he was younger and drew upon that experience. Hence, he started reading books on self-improvement to educate himself on becoming a better person. On his journey, he shared his stories on talk shows and mentored others in prison to help them become better men. He […] The post Part 1 – Michael Liebowitz Shares How Rehabilitation In Prison Is Possible appeared first on Prison: The Hidden Sentence ..read more

  In Part I, Carlos Rebollo shared his story about what it was like being incarcerated as a 15-year-old juvenile in an adult prison. He served 24 years and was incarcerated longer than he was free. In this second part, Carlos shares his experiences—from the time he learned that he would be released to where he is today and all that he’s accomplished. When someone is released from prison after serving long sentences, they can have problems […] The post Part II – Carlos Rebollo Released From Prison After 24 Years appeared first on Prison: The Hidden Sentence ..read more

  Hear the incredible story of Carlos Rebollo, who was incarcerated at just 15 years old and served 24 years in adult prisons. If you have a loved one in prison, then Carlos’ story will give you hope. If you never knew anyone who was incarcerated (or thought you didn’t), this story will humanize the prison experience. Carlos will take you on his journey from being an angry young man to growing into the man […] The post Part I – Carlos Rebollo Incarcerated At 15 Years Old appeared first on Prison: The Hidden Sentence ..read more

  In the middle of a rising career, Chuck Gallagher lost everything and went to prison because he made bad choices. He has since rebuilt his career and his life back to immense success. Chuck focuses on the importance of ethics and how that can help you survive and thrive. He learned a lesson about ethics, choices and consequences the hard way by being convicted of a white-collar crime. Today, Chuck shares his inspiring journey and the […] The post Chuck Gallagher Talks About Prison, Choices, And Second Chances appeared first on Prison: The Hidden Sentence ..read more

  Prison is usually seen as an almost hell-like experience that criminals deserve to go through. But what is it really like to be part of the prison pipeline? What are the stories of these so-called “criminals”? In this episode, radio personality, journalist, and producer Emma Lugo educates people about the criminal justice system. She has interviewed formerly incarcerated and currently incarcerated individuals, family members, judges, law enforcement, attorneys, and more. She shares everything she […] The post The Prison Pipeline: Real Stories Of Incarceration And The Justice System With ..read more