Nightmare Success In and Out brent cassity

In this episode of the Nightmare Success In and Out podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Ginjer Wulff, who shares her story of overcoming addiction and being responsible for a hit and run accident. Ginger grew up in a toxic family environment and struggled with chronic medical issues. Ginjer's medical issues got her addicted to opioids. She made the fateful decision to drive under the influence, resulting in a hit and run accident. She was and still is overwhelmed with guilt and shame. This episode explores Ginger's journey of taking responsibility for her actions and seeking redemption. She then delves into her life in prison and the difficulties she faced during reentry into society. Ginjer opens up about her struggles with addiction and relapse, as well as her experience with cosmetology school and career prospects. Ginjer Wulff shares her journey of addiction, intervention, and recovery. The intervention she experienced played a significant role in improving her life. Ginjer talks about reaching out for help and writing to intervention shows to seek treatment. She shares her treatment experience and the challenges she faced. After getting sober, Ginjer pursued a career in acting and modeling. She emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's life and not letting others define one's path. Ginjer spends a lot of her time with helping others in addiction by sharing her survival experience. Show sponsors: White Collar Support Group prisonist.org Start Here. Autoplaza Direct "Your Personal Car Concierge."







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How does a feared and respected New York Defense Attorney get a 14 year sentence to Federal Prison? Robert Simels, a former prosecutor turned defense attorney, shares his journey from fighting corruption in the legal system to representing high-profile clients. He discusses his early life, his transition to law, and his experiences as a prosecutor in New York bringing down police, lawyers, judges, and politicians. This earned him the ire of many in New York. Robert changed teams, and for the next 35 years became the guy who hardly ever lost as a federal criminal defense attorney with high profile cases. Simels also talks about his most notable cases, including representing Henry Hill who became known for the Martin Scorsese movie Goodfellas. Robert Simels shares his experiences as a criminal defense attorney and the tactics he used to win cases. He discusses instances where the government tried to discredit him and his clients, including attempts to subpoena his financial records and allegations of unethical conduct. He shares stories of his high-profile cases, including representing a banker accused of loaning billions of dollars to Saddam Hussein, and a drug kingpin from Guyana. The Guyana case is where Robert's own nightmare begins battling the federal government with his own indictment for being accused of witness tampering. He discusses the tactics used by the government to wear down a jury to secure a conviction. Simels talks about the impact on his family going through the whole ordeal. Robert takes us through his prison journey and how he adapted. He talks about the challenges he faced in prison, including being placed in a dangerous facility and the difficulties of maintaining relationships with family. Robert emphasizes the brokenness of the criminal justice system and the lack of support for rehabilitation and reentry. He now works as a legal consultant and speaker, using his experience to help others navigate the legal system. 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 Jacqueline Polverari, the founder of Evolution Reentry Services. Jacqueline shares her personal journey of making poor choices that led to her incarceration and how she used her experience to advocate for criminal justice reform. The conversation covers Jacqueline's upbringing, education, career choices, and the challenges she faced in the title business as a business owner. The episode also delves into the legal troubles Jacqueline encountered and the lack of support she received from her family as she navigated through her nightmare. Overall, the episode highlights Jacqueline's resilience and determination to overcome her nightmares and set herself free. This part of the conversation explores Jacqueline's experience of pleading guilty, facing consequences, and accepting responsibility for her actions. She delves into the impact on her family and the burden of guilt she carries. The conversation also highlights the challenges of navigating the prison system, the glamorization of prison, and the difficulties of reentry into society. Jacqueline emphasizes the need for support and advocacy to help individuals successfully reintegrate into society after incarceration. She discusses the evolution of white collar support groups and the impact of supportive individuals like Louis Reed and Glenn Martin. Jacqueline emphasizes the power of showing up for others and the role of grace in the reentry process. She also highlights the importance of transparency, vulnerability, and taking ownership of one's story. Jacqueline discusses the need for support groups for families of the incarcerated and the value of collaboration in the reentry space. Jacqueline was inducted into the Connecticut Hall of Change, and she shares the significance of recognizing and honoring positive change of individuals returning home from prison. Finally, Jacqueline discusses the importance of homeownership in reentry and the work of Evolution Reentry Services. Show sponsors White Collar Support Group prisonist.org Start Here, Autoplaza Direct "Your Personal Car Concierge."




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How does a decorated 24 year veteran of the FBI, who was the recipient of numerous awards and accolades for having a positive impact on the National Security of the United States, end up in federal prison for 8 years? In this episode, host Brent Cassity interviews Bob Lustyik. Bob's story is a fascinating journey from being a decorated FBI agent specializing in counterintelligence and counterterrorism to becoming a convicted felon. The conversation covers Bob's background growing up in Sleepy Hollow, his career in the FBI, and the events that led to his arrest and imprisonment. Despite the challenges he faced, Bob's story is one of resilience and the ability to overcome one's worst fears. In this part of the conversation, Robert Lustyik discusses his arrest, release, and the lack of support he received from his colleagues. He talks about retiring from the FBI and coping with the drastic change in his life. Robert reflects on the absence of truth and justice in the courtroom and the restrictions placed on his ability to defend himself. He shares his experience of being in solitary confinement and the surprising discovery of using toilets like a cell phone in prison. Robert also discusses the impact of his incarceration on his family, particularly his mother and wife. He highlights the strength and support he received from his wife throughout the ordeal. He discusses how he handled life in prison, including adapting to the environment and finding ways to cope with the challenges. Robert emphasizes the importance of maintaining one's identity and not letting prison change who you are. He also talks about the importance of hope in overcoming the challenges of incarceration. Robert reflects on the flaws in the justice system and the need for prison reform. He shares his journey of qualifying for early release and the process of reentering society. Finally, Robert offers his takeaways from his experiences and encourages others to never judge others and to never give up on themselves. Show sponsors: White Collar Support Group Prisonist.org Start Here, AutopPlaza Direct.



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In this episode of the Nightmare Success in and Out podcast, Brent Cassity interviews Jeff Martinovich, CEO of a Wealth Management Company, who shares his experience of going through a trial and being sentenced to 14 years in federal prison. He rejected 3 different plea deals standing up for what he believed to be the truth. He lost everything: his career, reputation, family, homes, assets, and liberty. Jeff served our country in the first Gulf War. He grew a wealth management company from zero to a multi-billion dollar company that faced regulatory scrutiny and allegations following the 2008 financial crisis. The process took several years, during which time Jeff shares his pain of seeing so many people affected in the company he loved. Despite the challenges, Jeff remained hopeful and believed in his ability to win at trial. In this conversation, Jeff Martinovich shares his experience navigating the white-collar criminal justice system, including his trial and sentencing. He discusses the challenges he faced in court, and the manipulation of evidence. Jeff taught himself federal criminal law while in prison and twice reversed the trial courts decisions on appeal. He also became a valuable resource to other inmates with their motions for appeal. Jeff emphasizes the importance of resilience, perseverance, and having a plan to make forward progress. He also highlights the support he received from his wife and friends, and the opportunities that came his way after his release. Jeff is now using his brilliant brain to help other companies grow. Jeff's story serves as a reminder to never give up and to keep pushing forward, even in the face of adversity. A positive mindset is everything. Be sure to pick up Jeff's new book, "When not if." HIs book is a CEO's survival and revival against what he was constantly told were impossible odds providing an inspiring success playbook we all can use when our black swan event knocks on your front door. Show sponsors: White Collar Support Group prisonist.org and Autoplaza Direct.




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How did this normal Surburban mom survive this horrific nightmarish journey through the criminal justice system? In this episode, Brent Cassity interviews Lynn Espejo. Lynn grew up in a normal middle-class family and had a successful career in accounting. However, she ended up working for a group of doctors who engaged in unethical practices. Lynn was groomed by one of the doctors to participate in fraudulent activities, which eventually led to her indictment. Despite facing challenges and betrayals, Lynn remains resilient and non-judgmental, focusing on personal growth and helping others. During this part of the conversation, Lynn discusses the inappropriate behavior she experienced from a doctor at her workplace and how she overlooked it for years. She reflects on how chaotic her life was during that time and questions why she allowed a doctor with a history of inappropriate remarks and actions to treat her. She shares the challenges she faced during the legal process, including the dismissal of her first charge and the subsequent guilty verdict in her second trial. Lynn discusses her experience of voluntarily surrendering to prison. She also talks about the emotional toll leading up to her surrender. She describes the process of entering prison, including the initial intake and the kindness shown by other prisoners. Lynn also discusses her time in prison, including her involvement in teaching classes and advocating for other inmates. She shares her experience of being placed in isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges she faced in the awful transport center prison. She faced further challenges when she was released with being charged with violating her probation by communicating and advocating for inmates. Despite these setbacks, Lynn remained resilient and continued to advocate for herself and others. She survived and wrote a book, https://a.co/d/i9qJ9eX Inside the Walls and Beyond. Lynn is a powerful voice with several non-profits with the reentry community. Nightmare Success Show Sponsors: White Collar Support Group prisonist.org, Autoplaza Direct.




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