Fight the Good Fight

This week, Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown dive into the shadowy world of Florida's prison-industrial complex, examining a shocking new report from Freedom Force Florida that exposes the hidden costs and questionable practices of privatized incarceration in the Sunshine State. The investigation reveals how corporations like GEO Group and CoreCivic have turned imprisonment into a billion-dollar...

In this episode of Fight the Good Fight, hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown examine the deadly consequences when prison officials fail to separate cellmates with known conflicts - a form of negligence that has led to preventable murders behind bars, especially in Florida's correctional system. When the state incarcerates someone, it assumes a legal duty to provide reasonable protection. Yet...

Join hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown as they explore the themes and critical information related to Second Chance Month and the imperative for criminal justice reform, particularly within Florida. What is Second Chance Month and why is it significant? Second Chance Month is a national recognition observed every April in the United States, officially designated in 2017. It serves to raise...

Florida’s current work release program reduces recidivism by 30-40%, yet only 3.6% of inmates participate. Meanwhile, 96.4%—including those with the most serious offenses—are released directly from prison with no structured reintegration, setting them up for failure. The RISE Act proposes a mandatory 6-18 months of work release for all inmates before their release, ensuring they gain employment ex...

Join hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown as they explore how something as simple as a courtesy title can transform rehabilitation outcomes for formerly incarcerated individuals. What happens when we address someone as "Mr. Smith" instead of "Inmate"? According to emerging research and innovative programs across the globe, this small shift in language can contribute to remarkable changes in re...

Mercy for Children Act Join hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown delve into the mission of Freedom Force Florida, a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming Florida's criminal justice system. This episode explores the Mercy for Children Act which aims to provide equal treatment for all juvenile offenders in Florida. In 2014, the Florida legislature created two classes of juvenile off...

Civil Commitment Proposal Join hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown delve into the mission of Freedom Force Florida, a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming Florida's criminal justice system. This episode explores the deep dive into Freedom Force Florida's groundbreaking civil commitment proposal - a bold initiative that's set to transform how we approach mental health wit...

Join hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown as they delve into the mission of Freedom Force Florida, a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming Florida's criminal justice system. This episode of "Fight the Good Fight" explores the profound connection between brain development, childhood trauma, and juvenile justice, using Randy Baggett’s case as a lens to examine the complexi...

Join hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown delve into the mission of Freedom Force Florida, a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming Florida's criminal justice system. This episode explores FFF's Compassionate Release Act the means of release for those imprisoned in Florida who are at least 50 years old, have served at least 10 years, have at least 10 more to go, and are no longer a thr...

Join hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown delve into the mission of Freedom Force Florida, a non-profit organization dedicated to reforming Florida's criminal justice system. This episode explores FFF's multifaceted Action Plan, prioritizing rehabilitation and reintegration over punishment. Key themes:  * Shifting the Paradigm: Learn how FFF advocates for a radical shift in prison culture, foc...

Hosts Michael Williams and Tabitha Brown review Unchained. Lyrics, a podcast that brings the raw, unfiltered voices of incarcerated individuals to the world—transforming their words into fully produced songs using AI-generated music. At the heart of Unchained. Lyrics is Michael Scofield, a man who knows firsthand the realities of life inside and the power of creative expression. With a tenor that’...