Supportive relationships play a crucial role in shaping our confidence and self-worth, enabling us to achieve success. One often overlooked aspect is the impact that connecting with incarcerated individuals can have on both parties involved. Engaging in conversations with those who are incarcerated can create a significant positive change, not only for them but also for ourselves.
Buffy was homeless with a misconseption of her family's feelings toward her. She relies on her addiction to cope with the many issues that plague her. Gabby, her mentor, reaches out to her supportive…
Prison officials can keep contraband out of facilities by applying their own policy to prison staff as well as anyone who enters the facility. The safety and security of incarcerated people depends o…
A father allegedly murdered a teenager after his daughter accuses the teen of selling her into sex slavery for $1000.00. Actions based on accusations can lead to hardship for victims, loved ones, and…
Not all suicides can be prevented. Working with people and understanding their individual struggles can help to heal some people and maybe save a life. Kiki describes how a biological man in a women'…
When a person is sentenced to prison for 20 years, is it worth the time and expense? One punishment does not fit all people. There needs to be a focus on individuals and their unique situations.
Forgiveness does more for the victim than it does for the offender. Forgiveness can help in recovery and inner peace.
Even though people have no desire to become addicts and they do what is expected to avoid addiction, it can overcome their resistance and take over their lives. We can look out for our loved ones and…
Michael Handsome is concerned about the rise of crime as reported by the media. People can work together and share wisdom to help folks on the edge of a life of crime by simply communicating and reco…
William Clay's friend is released early after receiving a fifty-year sentence for murder. He is concerned that people are not receiving sentences befitting the crime.
Gang members are recruiting people by offering a false since of security. There is nothing these groups can provide that cannot be given by the community and family. The best way to fight crime is to…
K-Dog has been without cable TV for several months. He believes taxpayers are not getting their money's worth. Our monetary commitment to a person increases once the person is incarcerated.
Michael Handsome finds his cellmate dead from an overdose. We discus how the DOC covers up certain crimes within prison walls. Prisons should be a secure and safe place for our loved ones to serve ti…
Children are being tried as adults without truly knowing the error of their ways. They are being placed in prison with people who can and will abuse them and treat them inhumanely. They leave prison …
K-Dog's friend dies of terminal cancer. Incarcerated people should receive proper medical care and drtvr s sentence appropriate for the crime.
The situation in the women's prison is growing due to the illegal use of opioids and overcrowding.
Sometimes we have people in plain view who can help us find the best solutions to ending ongoing criminal activity. Robert Yates is quoted with his advice on how to stop the spread of gun violence. W…