Empowering Change: John David Graham on Second Chances and Rehabilitation

Caroline Biesalski kicks off the episode by highlighting the value of care in rehabilitation, featuring John David Graham's career journey. They delve into themes of second chances, overcoming community resistance, and the importance of cultural diversity and being a good neighbor. John David discusses how applied theology shapes his work and the significance of offering multiple chances. The conversation also covers habilitation and habit formation for a better life. John David shares insights on his writing, the impact of his novel, and upcoming projects. The episode wraps up with reflections on life as a marathon and a special offer for listeners.

Meet John David Graham
Dayton Metropolitan Area, USA

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• Website: https://johndavidgraham.com/


• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-david-graham-bb816619b/

(0:00) Introduction and the value of care in rehabilitation
(1:24) Caroline welcomes John David Graham and his career journey
(2:53) Second chances, community resistance, and overcoming prejudice
(10:16) Cultural diversity and being a good neighbor
(12:10) Applied theology's impact on rehabilitation work
(14:54) The significance of offering multiple chances
(17:38) Habilitation and habit formation for a better life
(21:02) John David's writing and his novel's impact
(23:55) Upcoming projects and promoting the second chance message
(25:17) Supporting John David Graham's initiatives
(26:19) Final reflections: Life as a marathon
(28:56) Outro and special offer