Hotlines

Jennifer Waines, Operations Manager for the Denver chapter of Dress for Success, joins CRJ’s Seth Ready and Allen Browning from Remerg, CRJ’s partner on the show, for a conversation about the work her organization does to help women thrive, including those leaving prison. From landing the job to earning the promotion, growing leadership skills, building networks, launching businesses, and creating...

Hotlines is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include: Remerg – www.remerg.com Channel Mom - https://channelmom.org/

On this episode of Hotlines, Jeff Wise joins Seth Ready and Darren Smith in the studio to talk about Remerg… Past, present, and future! Jeff talks about how his lived expertise has guided his role with Remerg. Hotlines is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include: Remerg – www.remerg.com

On this episode of Hotlines, meet the new Director of Programs at Remerg, Allen Browning. Allen joins Remerg Director, Darren Smith and CRJs, Seth Ready in the studio to explain what exactly brought him into this work, and what the future looks like for Remerg. Hotlines is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentioned in this episode incl...

Meet Darren Smith, the incoming Executive Director of Remerg. Listen along as Ryan Conarro and Seth Ready from Colorado Radio for Justice invite Darren to share a bit of his own story, as well as his vision for the future of Remerg, Colorado's reentry resource hub. Hotlines is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentioned in this episode...

BONUS — Join Seth and Carol for the extended cut of this week's Hotlines. In this bittersweet episode, Carol Peeples joins Seth Ready and Ryan Conarro in the CRJ studio to look back on the journey of Hotlines thus far. As Carol takes her next step into retirement, the team reminisces on the development of Remerg, the growth of reentry resources in the Colorado area, and how the production of Hotli...

In this bittersweet episode, Carol Peeples joins Seth Ready and Ryan Conarro in the CRJ studio to look back on the journey of Hotlines thus far. As Carol takes her next step into retirement, the team reminisces on the development of Remerg, the growth of reentry resources in the Colorado area, and how the production of Hotlines came to be. Tune in to hear about what's next for Remerg, and join us...

Experience freedom at LiveDifferent Recovery in a Recovery Community. LiveDifferent Recovery is an all pathways recovery program that provides a safe space for healing, connection, and self-discovery. Recovery Groups are held Friday evenings at CrossPurpose from 6:15pm - 8:15pm. In this episode, Jazmyn Gray, CrossPurpose graduate turned staff, explains the ins and outs of LiveDifferent Recovery. H...

In this episode of Hotlines, hosted by Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples and CRJ's Ryan Conarro, we meet Heather Beck and Christian Nesbitt from The Gathering Place (TGP) in Denver. TGP provides low-barrier, trauma-informed care to women, gender-diverse people, and children facing homelessness and instability. They address root causes of poverty, marginalization, and oppression, offering com...

Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) offers individuals returning home from incarceration the ongoing support necessary to build career capital and financial stability. They believe that everyone, regardless of their past, deserves the chance to work toward a stronger future for themselves, their families, and their communities. As the largest reentry employment provider in the country, CEO i...

This week Stephanie Hewitt, Director of Community Partners and Engagement from CrossPurpose, joins Seth Ready and Carol Peeples in the CRJ studio. CrossPurpose is a Denver-based non-profit organization working to abolish relational, economic, and spiritual poverty through career and community development. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a...

Stacy Putka and Jason Hogan from Breakthrough join CRJ in studio to share how they empower individuals in the criminal legal system to achieve their highest potential through in-prison education, community reintegration, and professional development, breaking barriers and building skills for lifelong transformation. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples...

Dry Bones Directors Matt Wallace and Robbie Goldman join us this week in the CRJ studio. Dry Bones is a long-standing community of support among Denver’s unhoused teens and young adults. They have the simple but radical belief that companionship itself can be profoundly transformative. So alongside helping to meet emotional, spiritual, and physical needs, their true work is practicing the way of J...

R&R Head Labs is a purpose-driven barbershop employing justice-impacted expert barbers who are uniquely skilled in cutting all hair types and textures. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include: R&R Head Labs – ht...

The Empowerment Program is a licensed mental health and drug treatment program providing trauma-informed and gender-responsive outpatient services. They believe that participants benefit most from a holistic approach, where many types of treatments are available to meet individual needs. They meet people where they’re at, and encourage realistic options for reducing harm. Some of the harm reductio...

This episode of Hotlines features Chris Meeks, the Founder of Hope Homes. Chris talks about his lived experience, and how that propelled him into the work that he now does up and down the Front Range. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentioned in...

This episode of Hotlines has virtual guests DeeDee Clement, Executive Director, and Jen Sawyer, WAGEES Director, from Loaves & Fishes of Canon City. They share the vast amount of services they offer to residents of Canon City and the surrounding area. They expand on how they have been a successful nonprofit in the region for over 40 years! Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Exec...

Emerging from the Attica Prison riots in the 1970’s, The Alternatives To Violence Project now has an International reach. Hear how ATV is working for residents in 2 of Colorado's prisons, and beyond. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentioned in...

Longtime Reentry supporter, Marcia Hannah, of A Future and A Hope, Joins Seth Ready and Carol Peeples in the CRJ studio to talk about her housing opportunity for the previously incarcerated. Marcia highlights the success of her program, and how she helps residents transition back into the community. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a produc...

Tune in this week as previously incarcerated JoyBelle Phelan talks about going back into prisons across Colorado, and creating writing centers through the work of Unbound Authors. These centers allow inmates the opportunity to grow their writing skills and have their content shared with volunteers from the outside for feedback. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director C...

This week, Laurie Lazar of The Realness Project joins CRJ's Seth Ready and Remerg Director Carol Peeples to talk about the work her team is doing inside some of Colorado's prisons. She explains the A.R.T. of communication and how it helps people connect. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www....

This week, enjoy a special episode of Hotlines! CRJ’s Herbert Alexander attended the 16th annual Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition’s “Voices For Justice” Fundraiser and Award Ceremony. Listen in, as Herb Lex talks with attendees of the event, including CCJRC staffers, some previously incarcerated friends, award winner Jamie Ray, and much more! Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Re...

“Turning Bars Into Ladders”...That’s the motto at REshape Minds. Listen in as Founder Jamie Williams discusses the work that REshape is doing to combat recidivism in Colorado. She explains to CRJs Seth Ready and Remerg Director Carol Peeples how poetry has helped guide her journey. And make sure you listen to the episode in its entirety, as there just may be a bonus track!! Hotlines is hosted by C...

The Reentry Initiative Executive Director Emily Kleeman, alongside Deputy Director Anita Lewis, talk about the work they are doing in the City of Longmont. Hear about Founder Deborah Simmons’ vision for TRI, and how they are continuing this work since Debs' unfortunate passing last year. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colo...

Eddie and Bob Woolford, of the Community Outreach Service Center, talk about their over 30 years of experience in the Colorado Re-entry world. Listen in to hear where they started, and where they are now! Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org Sites & resources mentione...