Lockdown 2 Legacy

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we address the bitter-sweet complexities of the holiday season. We share personal stories that reveal the often unseen struggles some people grapple with during this festive period, underscoring the urgent need for empathy, inclusivity and unyielding kindness. From a heartwarming narrative about our grandparents' open-door holiday tradition to the chilling new...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine spending your holiday season behind bars, stripped of the familiar comforts and amid the pressures of drug use. Our dear friend and inside correspondent, Warren, grants us an intimate perspective into this reality in the American prison system. Warren reveals the inventive ways inmates recreate traditions during the holidays, and the challenges of coping with illness witho...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to discover the power of personal growth through the lens of two individuals deeply influenced by their past experiences with the American criminal justice system? Join your host, Remie Jones, as he takes you through personal experiences, lessons learned, and the journey towards self-improvement and reconstruction. He'll also dig into other stories to inspire an...

Send us Fan Mail Join Remie and Debbie as they rerelease the episode of "Food and Holidays" with Lockdown 2 Legacy's  first Guest, Remie's long time friend, Joe. We unravel the fascinating world of prison holiday traditions, the ingenious ways inmates craft meals from limited resources, like making cheesecake and fudge from commissary items. Cooking behind bars is not just abou...

Send us Fan Mail Picture this: you're a newcomer in an unfamiliar environment, and your geographical origin dictates your affiliation. Will you succumb to the gang lifestyle that seems to be an inevitable part of this new world? That's the reality for many inside the American prison system, and we're here to unravel the intricate dynamics of this society. Join us, Remie and Warren,...

Send us Fan Mail Hold onto your seats, folks! We're about to pull back the curtain on the often uninformed discussions around life behind bars. As your hosts, Remie and Debbie, we've got a year's worth of knowledge, insights, and heartening listener feedback to share with you. As we mark our podcast's inaugural year, we'll be reflecting on our mission's progress to de...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this week on Lockdown the Legacy for an interesting conversation with Brother Wise, co-founder of the Poetic Companions group. We tackle the profound power of poetry, the unspoken beauty of womanhood, and the courage to stand against domestic violence. Brother Wise shares his compelling poem "Tell Me," a poignant reminder of the importance of love and respect for...

Send us Fan Mail Picture this. You're in the prime of your life, yet you find yourself locked behind bars, battling a serious health condition with a system that seems designed to fail you. This was the harsh reality for my friend Wise, a formidable spirit who not only survived a heart attack in prison but also bore witness to the systemic healthcare inadequacies within the American penitenti...

Send us Fan Mail What if you had a front-row seat to the stark realities of the American prison system? That's exactly what we offer you in this insightful episode of Lockdown the Legacy. We, your hosts Remie and Warren, pull back the curtains on the seldom discussed aspects of life behind bars, as we passionately share candid experiences, provocatively challenge your preconceived notions, an...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Lockdown the Legacy, where we dig deep into the gritty realities of the American prison system and the tangled road to reintegration post-incarceration. I, Remie Jones, and my co-host, Debbie Jones, invite you to join us on this journey, where we unravel hidden facets of prison life, and the scares and mental/emotional struggles we b...

Send us Fan Mail What if the power to rise above adversity lied in a single conversation? That's what unlocked the future for Delano Savage, our guest, who turned a decade-long imprisonment into a testament of perseverance. Delano sheds light on his transformative journey, sharing how a simple piece of advice led him to pen down his experiences and publish a book. Not one to shy away from the...

Send us Fan Mail Uncover the gritty realities of the Stillwater Correctional Facility in Minnesota as your hosts, Remie and Debbie Jones, shine a spotlight on the inhumane conditions and escalating tensions that have led to the recent and ongoing peaceful prison and community protest. Imagine being confined to a cell with dangerous temperatures, drinking poor quality water, and living with the con...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how your life's experiences, particularly those of relationships, shape you? Join us for an exploratory discussion that uncovers the veil of the American prison system, sharing our own raw and intense experiences from the inside. We critically evaluate the power dynamics in relationships, examining how they alter our behavior, and impact the ways we interact wit...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine standing alone at the pinnacle of success while your loved ones succumb to the unforgiving grip of recidivism. This is the lonely reality I, Remie Jones, face every single day. Join me as I navigate the harsh truths of the American criminal justice system. I share my raw experiences and the real-life stories of those caught in the repetitive cycle of returning to prison, d...

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever feel like you're running on a treadmill, constantly hustling, but not sure if it's leading you to real success? Or maybe you've faced significant obstacles in life, like incarceration, and are grappling with the challenges of re-entry into society? This episode offers a stark look into these experiences.  Together, Debbie Jones and I, Remie Jones, naviga...

Send us Fan Mail Picture this: A life cloaked in crime, a past daubed with felonies, a future seemingly bleak and uncertain. Then envision a transformation so profound, it shatters the chains of the past, leading to a career that would be envied by many. That's exactly the metamorphosis our guest, Sullivan Rogers, went through. From serving time behind bars to serving customers in a car deale...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered about the emotional toll the American criminal justice system takes on an individual? Ponder no more. This eye-opening conversation with our guest, a survivor of this system, offers an authentic glimpse into the complexities of navigating through emotional and practical hurdles. He lays bare his challenges, resilience, and lessons learned, sharing how he mas...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder how personal struggle could fuel an unstoppable drive for success? Take a journey with us as we catch up with JLuv, a.k.a Luv Baski, a multi-talented artist, songwriter, engineer, and producer who's trailblazing a path in the music industry, post-11-years of incarceration. In a candid conversation, J shares his inspiring journey from prison to the pursuit of his m...

Send us Fan Mail Prepare to be enlightened as we delve into the world of Pell Grants, their history, and the transformative power they hold for individuals ensnared by the criminal justice system. From the infamous 1994 Crime Bill that stripped incarcerated people of their right to federal need-based aid, to the recent legislation that aims to rectify this, we go beyond the surface to expose the d...

Send us Fan Mail How do you transform your life from being a prisoner to becoming a force of positive change? This is a question that our fascinating guest, Cardell Belfoure, can answer with precision. Known as Mighty Roc, Cardell's journey from the confines of prison to becoming an inspirational figure is nothing short of extraordinary. We explore his transformation to a renowned spoken word...

Send us Fan Mail Let's talk about seeking help - a subject many of us grapple with. It's a misconception that asking for help is a sign of weakness - we argue it's the complete opposite. Warren is back to co-host with Remie and dive deep into this topic, particularly focusing on how it resonates within the prison environment. They navigate the complex terrain of seeking help within...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a stint in prison can transform someone's life? My long-time friend, Geremy Woods, will take us through his remarkable journey, from the stark confinement of a cell to the boundless realm of being a graphic designer. We'll delve into his story, shedding light on the sadly shuttered prison graphics program where Geremy unearthed his raw talent. He recoun...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like it's impossible to bounce back from the challenges and setbacks life throws at you? Well, our Summer Legacy Series is here to prove you wrong! We're bringing you incredible stories of resilience, entrepreneurship, and success from people who have experienced the realities of the American criminal justice system firsthand. Join us as we explore how...

Send us Fan Mail This week Remie and DJ talk about a much overlooked topic: Death Row. "The Row" is something that we love throw out in the media during trail, but we hide the realities of what it actually is. *We apologize for our original audio distortion - it's fixed now! (June 16, 10:30am EST)*  Sources used for today's episode:   https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/202...

Send us Fan Mail This week Remie is on vacation and has the great honor of having his father as a guest on the podcast. Together the two discuss what it was like to be a supporting family member from a distance.  Support the show Hey Legacy Family! Don't forget to check us out via email or our socials. Here's a list: Our Website!: https://www.lockdown2legacy.com TikTok: https://www.tikto...