Voices Unlocked

More Than Our Crimes
Voices Unlocked

We share unvarnished stories from inside America's federal prison system to touch hearts and change minds.

  1. Halfway to Nowhere: Navigating Reentry Challenges and Red Tape

    3 DAYS AGO

    Halfway to Nowhere: Navigating Reentry Challenges and Red Tape

    What if the pathway to freedom after incarceration was assisted with opportunities rather than riddled with obstacles? Join us as we peel back the layers of the halfway house system, officially known as residential reentry centers, with special guest Darnell Keyes. We dive into firsthand experiences from cities like Baltimore and Ohio, highlighting the glaring inconsistencies in management and support that can make or break a person's reentry journey. Darnell's story of struggle is juxtaposed...

    39 min
  2. Political Engagement from Within Prison Walls

    OCT 29

    Political Engagement from Within Prison Walls

    Civic engagement is essential to a healthy democracy. The traditional form of civic engagement is voting -- a right enshrined in the U.S. Constitution, but taken away from most people once they become incarcerated. DC residents, however, have had that right restored, and cohosts Pam Bailey and Terrell "Tee" Peters interview two individuals behind bars about why they want to participate in the election -- or why not.We also talk about other ways to be active citizens, beyond voting, and how a ...

    37 min
  3. Finding Purpose in Prison: the Search for Meaning

    SEP 25

    Finding Purpose in Prison: the Search for Meaning

    Have you ever pondered the purpose of your life? That's a difficult question to answer for anyone, but in prison it's a challenge to answer. In this thought-provoking episode of Voices Unlocked, Pam Bailey and Tee Peters explore this question inspired by the book, "The Why Café." They are joined by Rob Barton, who is still in prison, and Cordell Miller, who was recently released, but then deported. Can e person find purpose and meaning in prison? We look at the myriad ways prisoner...

    24 min
  4. Visiting Hours: Hugs and Heartaches

    JUL 16

    Visiting Hours: Hugs and Heartaches

    A simple hug can make a world of difference for someone behind bars. Join us as we sit down with Gene Downing, a former prisoner-turned-advocate, and Robert Barton, co-founder of More Than Our Crimes, to discuss the emotional and logistical labyrinth of prison visits. Gene shares his most traumatic memory of the power correctional officers wield over family connections: the day his daughter was turned away from a highly anticipated visit. And Rob takes us deeper into the heartache and hope th...

    52 min
  5. Bonding Behind Bars: Parenting from Prison

    APR 3

    Bonding Behind Bars: Parenting from Prison

    Imagine being separated from your children by thousands of miles and concrete walls -- for years and even decades. This is the reality that our guests, Robert Davis and Ron Hill, courageously share as they recount their struggle to parent from the confines of prison. They share their secrets to maintaining and even strengthening bonds with children, from participating in parenting classes to creating interactive stories. Their stories are testaments to the power of hope, resilience and love.F...

    26 min
  6. Lockdown! Part 2

    FEB 21

    Lockdown! Part 2

    In the second part of this podcast series about prison lockdowns, we hear from our guests behind bars WHY the federal Bureau of Prisons uses this tactic so much. Watch to see the rather dramatic ending.Follow this podcast so you'll be informed when new episodes are uploaded (twice a month). Meanwhile, read more stories and learn how you can contribute to reform; visit MoreThanOurCrimes.

    10 min
  7. Lockdown! Making 'Solitary' the Norm (Part 1)

    FEB 20

    Lockdown! Making 'Solitary' the Norm (Part 1)

    You've probably heard of solitary confinement in the "hole," and know the mental toll that comes with it. But did you know that "lockdowns" are confining people to their cells for weeks and months at a time in entire prisons? Hosts Conrad Stewart and Pam Bailey discuss this trend, which accelerated during COVID, and look at the accompanying psychological strain and barriers to rehabilitation. We think you'll find the conversation to be an eye-opener, challenging preconceived notions of ...

    19 min
  8. The Grim Grub of the Incarcerated

    JAN 8

    The Grim Grub of the Incarcerated

    When you sit down to your next meal, be thankful for the small joy that good food offers. People in prison long for that same pleasantry. Join Pam Bailey and Irving Brockman as they share the punishing reality of prison food, with insights from current prisoners Elijah Williams, Wallace Mitchell, Askia Afrika-Ber and Tyrone Briscoe. You'll hear about empty stomaches, moldy bread, rotten fruit and insect-laden grains. isn't just a health hazard—it's a daily struggle for dignity.&nbs...

    19 min
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We share unvarnished stories from inside America's federal prison system to touch hearts and change minds.

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  • Creator
    More Than Our Crimes
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Voices Unlocked
  • Show Website
    Voices Unlocked

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