Uncensored Inspiration

Season 2 of the Uncensored Inspiration Podcast begins with an engaging discussion about Chris Waters' transformation from being a college roommate to becoming a prison cellmate. Chris shoots us straight about his journey, including his reintegration into society and his role at PAR-Recycle Works. 00:45 - Intro 01:35 - PAR-Recycle Works 03:30 - How/why did you get arrested after graduating college?...

Uncensored Inspiration is excited to close out its first full year during Mental Health Month and celebrated by hosting our first panel featuring 3 compassionate and talented Mental Health Professionals. Tune in as we talk about shame, strength, hope and help with Lavonda Handy LMFT , (Founder/Therapist: of Truth Center for Health and Healing, LLC), Wendy Quarles , (Certified Peer Specialist), and...

This episode, the last in our 3-part liv series from The Charles Blockson Museum at Centre Theater, features none other than Teach One Feed One Founder, Darnell Hinton! We discuss his personal road to recovery that led him and a team of volunteers to distribute pizzas in the Kensington section of Philadelphia. Today, Teach One Feed One is a nationally recognized 501(c)(3) providing tools for susta...

This episode welcomes Angelique Hinton to discuss her mission behind PA Youth Vote, where she’s empowering young people across Pennsylvania to find their voice and engage in the democratic process. Through mentorship, advocacy, and innovative outreach, Angelique is breaking down barriers to voting while inspiring the next generation of leaders. This conversation highlights the motivations, challen...

This episode welcomes former Atlantic City Police Captain and Norristown native, Mark Benjamin to discuss his journey and hurdles rising the ranks as a Black cop. Mark also dives into his strenuous relationship with the political scene of Norristown as Uncensored Inspiration comes to you from Centre Theater's Charles L. Blockson Exhibit, with a live audience! ------------------------------ 00:47 -...

This episode dives deep with featured guest Lenny Bazemore as he shares his unfiltered journey through life's challenges, personal growth, and the power of second chances. In this raw and honest conversation, Lenny opens up about lessons learned, mindset shifts, and what it truly takes to rise above adversity when the odds are stacked against you. This episode is for anyone navigating purpose, res...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Joey Smith aka Allsum Joey aka Joey Crakk , an entrepreneur and artist whose music is rooted in healing, reflection, and second chances. Joey doesn’t just rap to entertain—he raps to guide, offering wisdom earned through lived experience and hard-won lessons. His messages are simple but profound as Joey drops gems like: When you know where you’re going, a...

Welcome to episode 6 of Uncensored Inspiration, your goto podcast for second chances and life after a conviction. On this episode we sit down with the Founder of Kingdom Kale, Vinny DePaul. Vinny is a true testament to the power of transformation and purpose-driven living. From a past of struggles to becoming a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, he has dedicated his life to a mission of health, lov...

Welcome to episode 5 of Uncensored Inspiration, your goto podcast for second chances and life after a conviction. On this episode we sit down with Ivory Thompkins, CEO and Founder of Mothers With Sons. Tune in as Dionne and Ivory chat about creating safe spaces for the Men in our communities and much more. ------------------------------ To support the podcast or to become a guest, visit our websit...

Welcome to episode 4 of Uncensored Inspiration, your goto podcast for second chances and life after a conviction. On this episode we sit down with Taria Mayo-Butler of Signs of Hope and Montgomery County Participatory Defense Advocate. Join in as Taria and Dionne chat about the criminal justice system in Montgomery County and the journey families must go through when dealing with an incarcerated l...

Welcome to episode 3 of Uncensored Inspiration, your goto podcast for second chances and life after a conviction. On this episode we sit down with Tre Hadrick, a literacy champion for our community and co-founder of Literacy Champs where learning to read has become both accessible and cool for our youth. At Lit Champs, its understood that access to decodable programming can transform lives. To lea...

Welcome to episode 2 of Uncensored Inspiration, your goto podcast for second chances and life after a conviction. On this episode Dionne welcomes a woman whose already impacted her life without knowing it, Dr. Rev. Michelle Simmons. Dr. Rev. is the Founder of Why Not Prosper, a Philadelphia-based non profit that aims to help women from prison systems discover their own strength by providing them w...

Welcome to the very first episode of Uncensored Inspiration, your goto podcast for Second Chances and life after a conviction. On this episode we welcomed Norristown Community Advocate, Lamar Epps of Buddy’s Barbershop, (Norristown PA) and Organizational Development Consultant Carmina Taylor of Carmark Consulting. We asked them to share their perspective of Second Chances. ------------------------...

Welcome to the new podcast, Uncensored Inspiration where you can Speak Freely and Think Boldly! To learn more about our show, guests and host Dionne Lee, visit uncensoredinspiration.org