Lockdown 2 Legacy

Send us Fan Mail From the heart of Ohio comes a raw, unfiltered look at a jarring contradiction—the celebration of legal marijuana while thousands remain behind bars for the same substance. Remie tackles this paradox head-on, exposing the troubling reality of Ohio's recreational cannabis legalization that created a thriving new market but offers zero relief to those still suffering from past...

Send us Fan Mail When Remie was deep into his prison sentence, he found himself navigating a complex economic system most people never see. Each cellblock operated with its own thriving GDP—thousands of dollars in transactions flowing through a network of hustlers, entrepreneurs, and survivors every month. The prison currency system reveals a fascinating parallel economy where food becomes more va...

Send us Fan Mail Coming home is only the beginning. In this heartfelt continuation of our conversation on metaphorical scars, Remie and Debbie sit down together to talk honestly about what healing looks like from both sides of the reentry experience. Remie shares what it's like to live with Post-Incarceration Syndrome and the lingering emotional wounds of survival. Debbie offers the perspecti...

Send us Fan Mail Coming home from prison doesn’t erase the damage, it just changes the scenery. In this powerful episode, we explore the invisible scars left by incarceration and how loved ones can offer support rooted in empathy, not enforcement. Dr. Debbie Jones walks listeners through the emotional, psychological, and neurological impacts of prison life, using brain-based, trauma-informed pract...

Send us Fan Mail Synthetic marijuana has created a perfect storm of danger, addiction, and economic exploitation behind prison walls. In this compelling exploration, host Remie Jones draws from personal experience and a PJP article to reveal how this deceptively named substance is transforming correctional facilities across America. The economics are staggering—a single sheet of paper sprayed with...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Debbie Jones triumphantly returns to Lockdown Legacy after successfully defending her doctoral dissertation, sharing the emotional journey that led to her joining the mere 2% of Black women globally who hold doctorate degrees. With raw honesty, she recounts the grueling two-year writing process that culminated in a 242-page, 53,000-word academic achievement focusing on the liv...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine being ripped from your life, convicted of a crime you didn't commit, and forced to spend decades behind bars while knowing you're innocent. This isn't a fictional scenario – it's the lived reality for thousands of Americans, including the five extraordinary men whose stories we explore in this episode. When Jacob invited us to attend "The Lynched A...

Send us Fan Mail Warren and Christine's love story defies every expectation of what a prison relationship "should" be. Their connection began with a simple but profound question on a pen pal website: "When was the last time you had a great conversation with someone?" Christine, running a pen pal service from Germany, was immediately struck by the thoughtfulness behind Warr...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for an insightful journey as we explore the powerful themes of resilience, community, and personal growth in our latest episode of Lockdown to Legacy. In this episode, we discuss the impact of growing up in the hood, sharing heartfelt stories and laughter from our childhoods while shedding light on the struggles faced after incarceration. We dive into the language and cult...

Send us Fan Mail What if the bonds you formed during your darkest times became the pillars of your redemption? That's exactly what happened when Kel, my dear friend, and I first connected back in county jail, supported by the spiritual strength of our mothers. Now, as Kel stands on the cusp of freedom, we reflect on the profound lessons learned through his journey of incarceration and the res...

Send us Fan Mail We share the emotional rollercoaster of selling our house, navigating family loss, and discovering our forever home while emphasizing the importance of legacy and community support. The journey highlights resilience in the face of challenges while building a future for our children.  • Transitioning from city life to a rural community  • The unexpected death that reshaped our prio...

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Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself unexpectedly captivated by a piece of history so profound, it resonates through time? That's exactly what happened to us aboard a double-decker bus, where the Eastern State Penitentiary's towering walls demanded our attention and inspired an episode that connects the past to our present lockdown experiences. We unravel the rich tales of the p...

Send us Fan Mail Stepping through the revolving doors of the criminal justice system elicits a myriad of emotions—it's a world where the lines between right and wrong are often blurred and where power can easily become a weapon. Our journey today isn't for the faint of heart as we tear away the veil to reveal the gritty and complex truths hidden within America's correctional facilit...

Send us Fan Mail Come join Remie and DJ as they unravel the threads of authority abuse within the American justice system. Triggered by unsettling events involving Ohio law enforcement, they lay bare the distressing patterns of misconduct. From lawyers taking advantage of clients to corruption in the police ranks, these stories call for a dire need for transparency and accountability. Join them as...

Send us Fan Mail When Remie and Warren sat out to record this episode, they couldn't shake the feeling that they were about to uncover some profound truths. From the confines of a prison cell to the heights careers , the hustler's mentality can be a powerful force for transformation. Their conversation traverses the rocky terrain of personal evolution, where the grit and determination ho...

Send us Fan Mail When Brother Wise speaks from his cell in the correctional institution, you can't help but lean in closer. His voice carries the weight of a reality few can imagine—the tribulations of fatherhood entwined with the harshness of incarceration. This episode isn't just about uncovering the unseen hardships within the American prison system; it's a testament to the stren...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what seeds of potential lie dormant behind the walls of prisons? Together with my inside correspondent, Warren, we take you through a raw and powerful exploration of the American prison system, revealing how incarceration can become a crucible for transformation. Our special guest, Warren, lends his voice direct from inside the Institution, sharing the peaks...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating the American criminal justice system can feel like being shackled to a ghost—its penalties linger long after time served. That's what we're unpacking today on Lockdown Legacy, with a focus on the often unseen anchor of criminal justice debt. As Remie  and Debbie weave in the transformative journeys of those entangled in a system where financial burdens act as...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine stepping into a world where every day is a battle for survival, where education and violence walk a razor-thin line. We take you behind the bars to uncover the harsh realities of the American prison system with an unflinching gaze. My brother Father Wise and I share our personal journey, revealing the diverse ways inmates navigate the treacherous waters of incarceration—fr...

Send us Fan Mail Twelve years ago, the landscape of prison communication was a different beast entirely, one we've navigated through personal upheaval and systemic change. Through the last decade and a half we've remained steadfast in dissecting the transition from physical mail to costly digital barriers that keep loved ones at arm's length. This week on Lockdown to Legacy, we&apos...

Send us Fan Mail This week, DJ shares the recent loss of her Uncle, a pillar of her family and his community, too. Because of the emotional toll this has taken and the need to process and cope, DJ and Remie felt it was best to re-release the episode "Grieving, or the Lack Of" originally published on May 19, 2023. The sting of this loss reminded Debbie of the stark reality of mourning whi...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how the echoes of a father's wisdom find their way through the iron bars of a prison cell? This episode of Lockdown the Legacy takes you on an intimate journey from the depths of incarceration to the hopeful horizons of freedom. Remie and our inside correspondent, Warren, weave together an unvarnished tapestry of life behind bars, personal evolutions fr...

Send us Fan Mail As we close the chapter on an extraordinary year, I'm humbled and thrilled to share how "Lockdown to Legacy" has flourished, skyrocketing with an 826% surge in listenership. Celebrate with us this astounding achievement, and let's toast to the diverse international family we've built across 19 countries. Remember the episode that had everyone talking? &quo...

Send us Fan Mail As the holiday lights glimmer beyond prison walls, Debbie and I, your seasoned hosts, bring you stories of resilience and reinvention from within the American prison system. With a blend of raw emotion and unexpected moments of joy, we lay bare the complex realities faced by inmates during the festive season. From intimate holiday rituals to the heartache of separation, we delve i...