Time to ReBuild

Recorded on IWD 2021, this special episode of Time To ReBuild is finally able to be launched for IWD 2022. From within the prison walls of Ravenhall Correction Centre, four inspiring women tell their stories of being a Woman Working In Prisons and what IWD means to them. They talk through the triumphs and challenges of working in a prison from suspicion of their choice in career to making positive...

Join Mark and Mick as they look back on the third season. They discuss their favourite moments, Challenges with recording a show in the prison, The Time to ReBuild Tram and a special competition where you could win handcrafted wooden products from the young people in prison. Credits: Hosts - Mick Cronin, Mark Wilson Producer - Mick Cronin, Mark Wilson Sound Editing - Mark Wilson Contact us via: Em...

As the only girl on the high school wrestling team and as a Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighter, Cat mastered the art of “breakfall”: how to prevent injury when you get taken down. Breakfall proved to be a transferable skill in her career as a three-time entrepreneur, disrupting the American prison industry. Cat works with gang leaders in the most notorious prisons, leading gang intervention programs. She...

Rohan was studying to be a paramedic, working and tackling an autoimmune disease, when things got too much. The disease had him in pain and unable to live his normal life. An opportunity came up that in any other situation would not have tempted him and he took it. Join Mick and Mark as they talk to Rohan about being thrown into a world of prisons that he has no experience in. Key takeaways Self-r...

After an incredible first year join Mick and Mark as they catch up with a few guests that had some really impactful episodes. They speak with Saute from season one, get an update from Damo (ReBuild Manager) to discuss how the business powered through Covid and Joe who is in a completely different place since they spoke to him last. Credits: Hosts - Mick Cronin, Mark Wilson Producer - Mick Cronin,...

Fiona Patten is a MP that hasn’t had the stereotypical pathway into parliament, which is a great thing. Fiona’s long list of accomplishments has seen her get through some incredibly important issues through Government. In this episode join Mick and Mark as they speak with Fiona about the importance of a spent convictions scheme and how that will benefit the young people of Victoria gain employment...

We speak to two cell mates, both who setup life here in Australia with their families. After battling to stay with their loved ones, one was successful and the other is on his way back to New Zealand. Join Mick and Mark as they explore the complexities of Australia's deportation laws with our Kiwi brothers and the effect its having on many families. Major discussion points The Process of battling...

Imagine your first day in prison, who you going to for advice? Join Mick and Mark in their first interview behind prison walls, when they sit down with three men making positive impacts while serving their time as prison peers. Major discussion points - Being vulnerable in Prison - Masculinity - Structure and Routines Credits: Hosts - Mick Cronin, Mark Wilson Producer - Mick Cronin, Mark Wilson So...

This season we go inside the prison to capture the stories of men currently serving time. We look at day to day life behind bars, supporting one another, growing as a person behind bars and learning from your mistakes to build a brighter future. Join Mick Cronin and Mark Wilson as they open the doors to the Victorian Justice System. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the type of people that go to prison? Bad people right? None of us are born bad, but different life experiences put us in circumstances that point us in the wrong direction. Join Mick Cronin and Mark Wilson from the world renowned social enterprise in community reintegration ‘YMCA ReBuild’ as they explore stories of reform. From past prisoners to change makers in the sector you’ll laugh,...

Join Mark and Mick as they look back on the second season. They discuss their favourite moments and what they’ve learnt along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may know Paul Roos as a Hall of Fame player and Premiership Coach. The lesser known side of him is he’s actually ReBuild’s Patron/Ambassador. Leaving professional sport and leaving the prison system share many similarities and positive outcomes are determined by the structure that is put in place. Join Mick and Mark as they discuss with Paul about his experience visiting the prison, meeting th...

Joe dropped out of school at 13 to support his mum and siblings by working at Queen Victoria Market. He was constantly surrounded by adults, so he was excited when he finally found a group of young kids to have some fun with. Little did he know their definition of fun was using drugs and committing burglaries to support their addiction. This landed him in juvenile detention for a year, and so his...

Rebecca’s story started out very ordinarily. She had a great job at a law firm and a supportive family behind her. However, when her uncle tragically passed away and her marriage fell apart, Rebecca’s path changed drastically. Jumping headfirst into the club scene saw her living her best life until she wasn't. Her mental state led her to hang out with the ‘wrong crowd’ and she eventually quit her...

One day a successful business owner and father, the next a prisoner Paul was a 21-year-old with everything going for him - the owner of a successful roof tiling business, a loving partner and father of two. However, keeping up with it all resulted in an immense amount of stress. Turning to alcohol to cope, Paul ended up assaulting someone under the influence. When he was arrested and taken into cu...

John’s journey started with immense pain. His mother was murdered when he was 11, forcing him to live with his aunt who was a drug dealer. He joined a gang and eventually took the fall for his aunt on drug charges at 17. So began John’s journey of being in and out of prisons with his longest sentence being 18 years. Towards the end of his prison sentence, John decided enough was enough and focused...

John’s journey started with immense pain. His mother was murdered when he was 11, forcing him to live with his aunt who was a drug dealer. He joined a gang and eventually took the fall for his aunt on drug charges at 17. So began John’s journey of being in and out of prisons with his longest sentence being 18 years. Towards the end of his prison sentence, John decided enough was enough and focused...

Mo and Shayma are siblings and the children of Egyptian immigrants. Shayma works in the justice system and dedicates her life to supporting those within the system every day, but she never thought her brother would be one of them. Mo started using substances at the age of 14. Over the years his drug use steadily increased and to feed his habit he turned to crime, which eventually lead to his arres...

We're back for Season 2! This season we will be sharing some extraordinary stories. · A gang leader turned social change maker · A young man who was imprisoned and his sister who works for the justice department · What it’s like to be a dad in prison · How a young person earned $40,000 a day · A chat with YMCA ReBuild’s longest program participant Learn more on our Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn...

Mark and Mick look back on our first season. They discuss their favourite moments and what they’ve learnt along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris and Bell are mother and son. Bell, like many mothers worked extremely hard to raise two boys and put food on the table, never thinking her son would end up in prison. Unfortunately, that day came. Chris, an avid sportsman and music producer had to adjust quickly and make the most out of his time away. Now working with YMCA ReBuild, Chris has found direction and a community that supports his...

In this episode, Mick and Mark talk to a young man who we will call John. John's mother had an addiction to heroin and he never knew his father. His mum passed away when he was 10, forcing him to grow up quickly. For him, this meant getting involved in illegal activity to support his younger siblings. In 2018, John began working with YMCA ReBuild, but unfortunately lost his position. Recently, Joh...

Join Mick, Mark (“Mac” if you're Irish) and their guests from season one as they discuss what Christmas has been like in the past compared to what it’s currently like for them and their families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tommy was homeless at the age of 13, which forced him into survival mode at a young age and led to him being in and out of prison for most of his life. In this episode, Tommy speaks openly about growing up on the streets and in prison. From sleeping rough, to making prison donuts, he has learnt how to love himself and move forward in a positive direction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Mick and Mark are joined by Damien Carmody, the Manager of YMCA ReBuild. Damian provides a background on the business: how it started, where it is now and where it’s going. Listen in to learn about the challenges of working in this sector, as well as the resilience of the young people that work at YMCA ReBuild. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.