Service as a Central Piece of Recovery with Special Guest, Desmond Meade

Welcome to Inside Job—a podcast by offenders, for offenders.I’m your host, Cleve Bell, and today I’m joined by Desmond Meade.

In this episode of Inside Job, host Cleveland Bell sits down with Desmond Meade, President and Executive Director of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition (FRRC), to discuss the historic Amendment 4—a grassroots movement that restored voting rights to over 1.4 million Floridians with past felony convictions.

Desmond shares his deeply personal journey through addiction, incarceration, and ultimately, recovery and redemption. His unwavering commitment to justice and second chances has led to national recognition, including being named one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2019.

This powerful conversation is a testament to the life-changing impact of advocacy, hope, and the belief that no one is beyond redemption.

We’re in the business of second chances—tune in and be inspired.

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