Nightmare Success In and Out brent cassity

Damon West "Be The Coffee Bean", a former starting college quarterback at the University of North Texas, shares his story of overcoming addiction and incarceration. USA Today says Damon West is the modern day Shawshank Redemption. He was sentenced to 65 years in prison for his involvement in organized criminal activity of breaking into homes to feed his meth addiction. However, he had an awakening during his incarceration that arose from his conversation with a lifer about the prison yard being a boiling pot of water. Damon emerged as a changed man. He is now a Criminal Justice college professor, internationally known keynote speaker, and international bestselling author of "The Coffee Bean: A Simple Lesson To Positive Change." He shares his story of redemption and inspires others to transform their lives. The Coffee Bean story has inspired thousands from Wal-Mart, State Farm, to sports teams such as the Dallas Cowboys, Clemson, Georgia, Alabama and others. The U.S. Army has even incorporated the #beacoffeebean mindset into their resilience training. Damon West discusses the flaws in the American criminal justice system, including the power of prosecutors and the lack of jury understanding. He shares his experience of being sentenced to 65 years in prison and the shock and realization that followed. Damon also talks about the importance of hope and the concept of the coffee bean as a symbol of transformation and resilience. He emphasizes the need to fight all your fights and the power of living in the moment. He emphasizes the power of positive energy and servant leadership. Damon believes that your past does not define you, your windshield is a lot bigger than your rearview mirror for a reason. He discusses the challenges of reentry and the ongoing punishment ex-felons face in society. Damon's biggest takeaway is the importance of putting back into the world and helping others. He is proof of perseverance and not giving up on your goals. One of my favorite quotes is, "you don't have to win every fight, but you have to fight every fight." Show Sponsors White Collar Support Group prisonist.org START HERE, Autoplaza Direct "Your Personal Car Concierge"




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Can someone completely transform their life being in out of prison five times? Meet the vision board man, Kardell Sims. He is a passionate advocate dedicated to helping incarcerated & formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild their lives. Despite facing tremendous adversity in his youth, he has overcome his past to become a leader in the re-entry space. Growing up in poverty with strong influences of drugs and gangs, Kardell first became involved with the justice system at age 15. He cycled in and out of incarceration during his early life. However, during his time in federal prison, 5th prison trip, Kardell developed a vision for breaking free from recidivism. He created a blueprint for changing his life trajectory while still behind bars. After release, Kardell put this plan into action. He beat the odds by transforming himself through education, self-improvement, and service. Today, he is the founder of On The Inside Re-Entry Academy and uses his journey to inspire those facing similar struggles. As a national speaker, 9-time author, master certified empowerment coach, and re-entry consultant/strategists, Kardell is dedicated to guiding others toward self-empowerment. Listen and be inspired. Show sponsors: White Collar Support Group prisonist.org Start Here, Autoplaza Direct "Your Personal Car Concierge."




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In this episode of the Nightmare Success in and Out podcast, Brent Cassity interviews Myra Mabry, a doctor who has overcome numerous challenges in her life. Myra's story includes dealing with her parents' divorce, finding out that her father is not her biological father, battling cancer, and going through medical school. She shares her journey of resilience and determination, highlighting the importance of perspective and the power of overcoming one's worst fears. Myra Mabry, a former OB-GYN, shares her journey into addiction and the consequences she faced. She started using opioids to manage migraines during medical school and residency. As her addiction progressed, she began writing prescriptions for herself and others, including her nurse with whom she had an affair. Myra lived a double life, excelling in her career while struggling with addiction. Eventually, she was arrested and sentenced to four and a half years in prison. Throughout her journey, Myra experienced the support of her family and the White Collar Support Group. Myra Mabry reflects on her time in prison and the lessons she learned. She realized that no matter the circumstances, she would be okay. She adapted to the challenges and found ways to stay positive and motivated. Myra lost everything, but she gained a new perspective on what is truly important in life. She learned not to buy into societal labels and to focus on relationships, connectedness, and personal growth. Myra is now determined to help others through coaching and public speaking. Show sponsors White Collar Support Group prisonist.org, Autoplaza Direct "Your Personal Car Concierge"




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In this episode of the Nightmare Success in and Out podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Sam Mangel, a high profile federal prison consultant who shares his jarring personal experience of going through the federal criminal justice system. Sam woke up in he early morning with a swarm of FBI agents at his door. He had no idea why they were there. They handcuffed him and put him in the back of the car giving him barley enough time to yell out to his wife to call an attorney. Sam shares how unprepared he was to handle all that was before him. The attorney told Sam he would receive probation. At the day of sentencing the judge went outside the guidelines and sentenced him to 5 years and immediately remanded him into custody. He then went through what is called "diesel therapy" on buses for weeks. The conversation covers topics such as the initial shock of the arrest, the importance of the pre-sentencing report, and the challenges of navigating the prison system. He emphasizes the importance of staying out of trouble and finding ways to cope with the harsh realities of prison. After his release, Sam found a passion to help people like him to navigate through their nightmare using what he learned through his own experience. He focuses on the mindset of what it takes to successfully reintegrate back into society. He emphasizes the need for humility, forgiveness, and a survivor mentality in overcoming the challenges of reentry. Show sponsors: White Collar Support Group prisonist.org Start Here. Autoplaza Direct "Your personal car concierge."




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With the hopes of earning some extra money, Gina Pendergraph is recruited to smuggle drugs into the United States from Mexico. She looks like the suburban mom with her dogs and husband in the car, and gets hit at the border on month 3. Gina has an interesting journey that includes addiction, but also has business successes. She is a smart independent woman who is now navigating the criminal justice system. Gina was recently sentenced to 24 months in prison. This is one interview of a 3 part series. Part 1 is the background story to the arrest and the beginning of the nightmare, Part 2 is acceptance after sentencing and preparing to report to prison. Part 3 will be how Gina reenters society after prison. Gina has some deep thoughts on acceptance with action steps you can take to avoid the victim mentality so you can survive your worst nightmare. Show sponsors White Collar Support Group prisonist.org Start Here, and Autoplaza Direct "Your Personal Car Concierge."


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Jeff Deskovic shares his story of being wrongfully convicted of murder and rape as a 16-year-old teenager and spending 16 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. The miscarriage of justice is horrifying, along with the challenges and dangers he faced in prison. Jeff entered a men's maximum-security prison for a life sentence at the age of 17. He goes through the disappointment of seven denied appeals until year 16 the Innocent Project takes his case and frees him with DNA. The original perpetrator confesses and had murdered a schoolteacher while Jeff was imprisoned. He discusses the challenges he faced during his time in prison, including limited contact with loved ones and the loss of his grandmother. Jeff recounts his numerous appeals and the disappointment of each denial. He describes the moment he learned of his impending release and the mixed emotions he experienced. Jeff reflects on the difficulties of reentry, including the social stigma and the struggle to find employment. Despite the challenges, Jeff emphasizes the importance of perseverance, having a realistic plan, and never giving up. He says to never lose sight of your goal. He shares his advocacy work and the establishment of the Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice that has freed 14 people. Jeff's ultimate goal is to have a chapter of the foundation in each state and country to help free innocent people. Please donate to the Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice. Show sponsors: White Collar Support Group prisonist.org Start Here, Autoplazadirect.com




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