Omar DeJesus

Second Chance: voices of the unheard

Education EN ↓ 56 episodes

Facing 25 years to life in prison, I had to make a difficult choice, which was taking a plea of 13 years in prison—using my time wisely; earning a degree from New York University (PEP). I interview formerly incarcerated men and women, guilty or innocent, being granted a second chance at freedom. The lack of education is linked to mass incarceration. Also, I will touch on topics that will enlighten you. Here's a fact- the USA is the leading country on mass incarceration, putting a value on our citizens for monetary gains and disbanding people from their civil liberties.

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Omar DeJesus

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Loyalty is Royalty! But being loyal to the wrong cause can be your downfall. 14.12.2020 1:16:59

Italo Sanchez has been to prison quite a few times as a youth, but his last visit was the straw that broke the camel's back. Accused of having a gun in his possession, Italo maintains his innocence. The only thing Italo was guilty of was being loyal to a friend who disregarded their friendship. Listen in to this powerful story and message.

The longest journey to change is from the mind to the heart. 06.12.2020 46:08

Jerrel's journey happened when he was at his lowest, in prison. But it did not stop him from accomplishing his dream goals. Listen in! This brother has an amazing heart and soul.

Love is love! 30.11.2020 52:34

Pt. 2 of me talking about my growing pains.

Knowing your self-worth. 23.11.2020 45:25

My brother Quintin Murray, founder of Higher Achiever Project and Say Word: let's talk about It, speaks on his experiences being inside the Department of Corruption. How facing 75 years in prison and receiving a sentence of 15 years saved his life.

Second Chance: voices of the unheard (Trailer) 17.11.2020 0:57

Destiny 16.11.2020 31:17

Living a life of a lie! Trying to be something I'm not led me to do some hard times in New York Corrections. Facing 25 years of life, fighting for my freedom for two years, and finally receiving a second chance. Turning my life around by introducing Jesus Christ to a friend, doing introspection, and self-educating myself helped me through some rough times in my life.