Reentry Network Podcast

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Whatsup Yall we are back with a dope new episode! This time we caught up with  @ChefGeoffCole  right in time before his Chef Fest Event. He took us back to his roots of being the first American in his family, coming up witnessing the street life living with mother, to cooking for world leaders, securing government contracts, getting into the music game, and dropping gems along the way. He also bro...

This time we sat down with Robert as he took us through his journey of growing up in South Central LA and what came with it. We commend him for facing the trials that he has and still keeping a positive mindset towards elevation and overcoming past Trauma.

On today's episode we sat down with Lawrence Cottle . He took us through his journey growing up in Compton, proving his self at a young age before and after being incarcerated and navigating prison while becoming a better person. LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE, Follow-us on all platforms!

Meet Ms. Blanco AKA "Bee" as we talk about her experience going through the Federal prison system and how she got there in the first place. Bee's experience as a young girl till now is full of stories that are like no other. Listen in to find out! LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE, Follow-us on all platforms! IG: https://www.instagram.com/reentrynetworkpodcast/ Follow Bee as well @_bb.ee_...

you tune in ! On this episode we sat down and discussed Spanky Loco's early life growing up in West LA, Tattooing, music, his early gang mindset, and his non-profit business. Tune in and Catch you next time! IG: https://www.instagram.com/reentrynetworkpodcast/ The Reentry Network Podcast gives currently and previously incarcerated individuals a platform to speak on their stories, experiences,...

Check in with Julio "GoldToes" testimony of his experiences on life. He talks about his childhood stories, meeting SPM, and how he moves in the music industry. Make sure you FOLLOW, LIKE, COMMENT, AND SUBSCRIBE!

Through the trials and tribulations of Flavio "Downer" Andrade, he gives us an insight on how tough it is growing up in the REAL Pasadena time period without knowing any English. This led him into wanting the acknowledgement of gangs to adapt into his environment. The Reentry Network Podcast gives currently and previously incarcerated individuals a platform to speak on their stories, exper...

in this shocking episode, Deon recaps his life on how he took a life at the age of 15. He talks about his shocking experience and how his home followed him to the prison lifestyle. Deon is now free to speak on his story and his new beginnings. Tune in! If you want to contact Deon for any business inquiries below is his contact linktree: https://linktr.ee/livdexprnz Instagram : @Mr.lvdexprnz IG: ht...

BlueFace Boyz KT enters the chat to tell us about his upbringing, his tumultuous beginnings with his father, and losing his first love at 13 while in juvie. It's a hell of a story guys, told by a very real one. He doesn't play around. His story is his life and he's here to tell it...all. Do NOT want to miss this one, y'all. Too good, so stay tuned.

On today's episode we sat down with Jen who takes us on her life story. From her role as a Madame, to dealing drugs as a way to bring in money to support her family. As a single mother, she tells her story of triumph and ingenuity. Sometimes you gotta get creative to make a way! Tune in for this one, y'all. It's a good one. Catch you next time. IG: https://www.instagram.com/reentrynetw...

Darrell Edwards Jr. shares what he's been up to since we last saw him on They Call Us Monsters. He's got a big story, and even bigger drive. This guy is the real deal. Hear Darrell as he talks about his sentence, and his life both in and out of prison walls. Dude's got a good one! So listen up and be part of something big. Til next week, y'all.

We got him. Juan Gamez from "They Call us Monsters" has joined us in the studio to give us some never-before-seen OR heard intel. He's gonna to break it down for us in ways we have never heard before. Learn about his experiences making the documentary, growing up in El Salvador, and being hunted by law enforcement. You don't wanna miss this one!

Wassup y'all, we back! This time in the studio we got Edward Tate: father, entrepreneur, man of faith, and a former gang member. He tells his story about how he first got initiated, his time in prison, and the moment that made him want to turn it all around. Tate's story is pretty close to Reentry Network because he is a former participant of PV Jobs. So show him some love, and take a list...

We back! This time around we got Jesse Pitts in the studio. Jesse Pitts is a father, a grandfather, a plumber and an ex-inmate given a life sentence. After 20+ in prison he shares the moment that broke him out. Follow Jesse's story of reentry, bringing up a new generation of youngsters to follow his lead, and following their passions. This one is a good one y'all, so stay tuned for more. I...

Whatsup Yall We are back with another episode ! Today we sat down with Bogus_Tattoo From starting off doing street graffiti and getting caught up, to now being a successful tattoo shop owner, Bogus took us through his journey of trials and tribulations that led him down the path he chose. His message to "Push through the pain and learn lessons along the way" was one of the many gems he dro...

In this Reentry Network Podcast episode, we have Quan Huyn; an executive director got Defy Ventures, and an author of the transformational novel, "Sparrow in the Razor Wire." Through this episode, Quan opens up about the struggles of being a Vietnamese immigrant and how growing up in a struggling environment dictated where he was going to end up in life. Unfortunately, it did; Quan was sen...

What's Up Yall! we are back with another one. Today we sat down with Gizzle as he took us on his journey of navigating the streets of Compton which eventually led him to serving a 5 year prison sentence. He is now a free man and working as a union traffic technician and entrepreneur. Please tune in to this captivating story of overcoming trials and tribulations. IG: https://www.instagram.com/r...

Whats Up Yall? We are back and today we sat down with Abdul Gaffar. He took us through growing up in long beach which eventually led to him serving 17 years in prison. He talked about the YA experience , transitioning into prison and converting into the Muslim faith. This interview was jam packed with gems and advice for the youth. If you enjoyed please give us a like, comment! See you again next...

on today's Episode we sat down with Ernesto as he took us on the journey from his upbringing, joining a gang, being sentenced to 36 years for shooting at police officers, his prison experience, and now trying to help the reentry community and youth rehabilitate back into the word and avoid the mistakes that he made. Don't miss this powerful episode of Retribution IG: https://www.instagram....

From the Foster Youth System to California Youth Authority , to prison. After serving an 18 year sentence Didontae takes us on his journey of redemption. IG: https://www.instagram.com/reentrynetworkpodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xKpV2wyZwlEzeNvlQ59kR RedCircle: https://redcircle.com/shows/reentry-network-podcast The Reentry Network Podcast gives currently and previously incarcera...

This time we sat down with Published author Barbie Amor as she took us down her journey of overcoming the streets to becoming a successful published author.

We sat down with PlayaMade , the big brother of Offset from the Migos as he told us how it was serving 15 years in prison, getting stabbed 18 times, seeing his brother's rise to fame behind bars, pursuing his music career and adjusting back into society.

What's up, y'all? This week we’re talking to former SHU inmate and current reentry program director, Jack Morris – a man who saw the criminal justice system change dramatically during his 40 years behind bars. Like, share, comment and subscribe! Although Jack feels he was raised in a healthy and supportive environment, his struggles with self-esteem and ridicule in school triggered a cycle...

What's up, y'all? Today we’re bringing you something different! We’re joined by the one and only OG Cuicide and a special guest co-host, Katrina. Like, share, comment and subscribe! CONTENT WARNING: DISCUSSION OF ATTEMPTED SUICIDE. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or feelings, call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org/talk-to-someone-now/. After meeting Katri...