AFFECT

Peggy West-Schroder, the executive director of Free, discusses the work her organization is doing to support incarcerated women and girls in Wisconsin. Free focuses on issues such as maternal and infant health, healthcare for incarcerated individuals, housing, and ending the shackling of pregnant women and girls. Peggy shares her personal experience with incarceration and the impact it has had on...

In this episode of the Affect Podcast, the hosts Amy and Nicole are joined by their guest Megan. Megan shares her experience of being in a relationship with someone in the prison system. She talks about the challenges and the impact it has had on her and her partner. Megan highlights the importance of communication and building a strong foundation in a relationship during this difficult time. She...

In this conversation, Amy and Nicole discuss various topics including intuitive nudges, health issues, and volunteering in a prison hospice unit. Amy shares her experience of receiving intuitive messages and how important it is to listen to them. She also talks about her recent health issues and the challenges she faced with the healthcare system. Nicole reflects on the prison system and how it ca...

In this episode, Amy, Nicole, and guest Matt Schmidt discuss their personal connections and how they came to know each other. They share stories about their experiences in different fields, including biology, science, and metaphysical healing. Matt also talks about his friend who is incarcerated and how he helped him through a healing session. The conversation highlights the importance of emotiona...

In this episode, Amy and Nicole discuss the recent press conference held by the Dodge County Sheriff regarding the deaths of four inmates at the Waupun prison. They highlight the lack of proper care and treatment for inmates, including inconsistent medication administration and the presence of drugs in the facility. They also discuss the culture within the Department of Corrections (DOC) and the n...

In this conversation, Megan Kolb shares her experience with her father's incarceration and subsequent death in a Wisconsin prison. She discusses the neglect and mistreatment he faced, as well as the lack of mental health support in the prison system. Megan is now an advocate for prison reform and is working to bring awareness to the issues within the system. She highlights the need for rehabil...

In this conversation, Amy, Nicole, and Gaby discuss the issues surrounding capital punishment and prison rights. They explore the profit motive behind mass incarceration, the working conditions and low wages of incarcerated individuals, and the impact on their loved ones. They also touch on the role of prisons in local economies and the demonization of incarcerated individuals. The conversation hi...

In this conversation, Amy and Nicole discuss the concept of human design and its role in understanding oneself. They explore how human design can provide insights into an individual's purpose and energy blueprint. The conversation then shifts to the topic of prisons and why they are built to break. Amy shares an email she received that suggests that prisons rob incarcerated individuals of thei...

In this conversation, Amy, Nicole, and Tami discuss Tami's journey into energy work and how it has helped her son who was incarcerated. They talk about the importance of supporting incarcerated individuals and not judging them based on their past actions. Tami explains the concept of the Emotion Code and how it helps release trapped emotions in the body. They also discuss inherited emotions an...

In this episode, Amy and Nicole discuss their astrological signs and how they relate to their personalities. They share stories of getting fired from previous jobs and the lessons they learned from those experiences. The conversation then shifts to the topic of staying in relationships with incarcerated partners and the challenges that come with it. Nicole emphasizes the emotional safety and authe...

In this conversation, Nicole shares stories about Joel's experiences in prison, including getting fired from jobs and being sent to the hole for eating hamburgers. They also talk about their own experiences with triggers and victim mentality. Amy shares her experiences with IC Solutions and the challenges she faced in setting up video calls and obtaining health insurance information for inmate...

In this episode, Nicole and Amy provide practical information for people new to the prison system, such as approved vendors for ordering goods, the process of setting up an inmate's personal items, and the availability of religious items. They share their experiences with Union Supply and JL Marcus, two approved vendors, and discuss the challenges and frustrations they encountered. Overall, th...

In this episode, Amy and Nicole discuss their experiences visiting their boyfriends in prison for the first time. They share their anxieties and preparations leading up to the visit, including what to wear and what to expect. They also talk about the security measures at the prison and the emotions they felt during the visit. Despite the challenges, they both express their love and support for the...

In this conversation, Amy and Nicole discuss various topics including personal updates, a manifestation technique, and pivotal moments in relationships. Nicole shares a pivotal moment in her relationship and the decision to stay by her partner's side. In this conversation, Nicole and Amy discuss their experiences with growth, healing, and choosing to stay in their relationships. They explore t...

In this episode, Amy and Nicole discuss the challenges of being staffed in prison and the limited programs available to incarcerated individuals. They highlight the lack of control in choosing facilities and the focus on keeping good workers in certain institutions. The hosts also mention their plans for future episodes on the costs of incarceration and the impact of changes in routine on incarcer...

In this conversation, Nicole and Amy discuss various topics related to their experiences with navigating the uncertainty that comes with waiting for their loved ones to move from reception status to being staffed. They talk about the impact of reclassification on their loved ones' prison experiences and the potential for more freedoms and opportunities. The conversation touches on the slow pac...

In this conversation, Nicole and Amy discuss their experiences of their boyfriend’s transfers from jail to prison. They also talk about the support groups they joined. They discuss the need for validation from others and the importance of trusting their own beliefs. In this conversation, Nicole and Amy discuss the emotions and experiences they have had while navigating relationships with incarcera...

In this episode, Amy and Nicole discuss the sentencing hearing and its impact on their lives. They share their experiences leading up to the hearing, the emotional turmoil they went through, and the aftermath of the sentencing. They also highlight the lack of rehabilitation and support for individuals who have been incarcerated. Overall, the conversation sheds light on the challenges and trauma as...

In this episode, Amy and Nicole share their experiences as prison girlfriends. They discuss the process of coming out and telling the first person about their boyfriends' incarceration. They also talk about the reactions and support they received from friends and family. The conversation then shifts to the discovery of the arrests and the emotional roller coaster that followed. Amy and Nicole...