Kickin' It with Norma: Jacob Unplugged
Free World
Welcoming Jacob Brevard of Inside Programs from The Anti-Recidivism Coalition. Jacob, a man who has experienced the carceral system inside and out. This episode is all about raw truths and the hard-earned wisdom that comes with reclaiming your life after long-term incarceration. From serving time to serving others, Jacob is now the Director of Inside Programs, using his past to shape the future. Tune in for the unfiltered conversation about what it really means to break free and build a life worth living. This isn’t just about second chances—it’s about making the most of...
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Inside Scoop With Shone
Free World
Norma Cumpian and Shone Robinson talk about the trials and tribulations around returning to the Free World after incarceration. Talks of change and breaking out of old ways to be successful and strive upon release. Speaking on what we can do "to take off the mask and be free in the world."
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Transitioning to the Free World
Free World
Norma Cumpian, Shone Robinson, Rose Brown, and Alyssa Marie Gallo talk about the trials and tribulations around returning to the Free World after incarceration. Many incarcerated become dedicated to self help, proving you've changed, and feel like they are living under a microscope. How does one adjust to living in the real world then? Our hosts discuss the struggles with feeling like one belongs out here.
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Free World Frustrations
Free World
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Welcome Back!
Free World
Free World is a podcast series with hosts Norma Cumpian and Shone Robinson talking about women reconstructing their lives after incarceration. This first episode of the second season talks about re-entry and hope!
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Lifting Each Other Up
Free World
In Episode 11, our holiday special and the season finale of Free World’s debut season, our hosts and production team chat about their experiences around the holiday season during and after incarceration. Our hosts also take a look back at the past year and reflect on this very first season of Free World.
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They Surprised Me
Free World
In episode 10 you’ll hear trailblazing ARC Member Celia Perez share her experience of surviving prison, finding her truest self, and her struggle with post-incarceration anxieties in every day life.
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He Needed His Mother
Free World
In Episode 9 of Free World, you'll hear from courageous ARC member Candice Lewis about family--as she explores with Norma and Shone her roles as mother, daughter, and friend. After being incarcerated for 14 years and surviving a life sentence, Candice talks candidly and beautifully about the effects prison had on her relationships and how she earned her freedom to be reunited with her son--and what it's like being back home. She'll also talk about leaving the family she made inside prison behind.
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Who We Leave Behind
Free World
In Episode 8, you’ll meet Rose Brown, one of the producers of Free World. Rose explores with deep empathy and heart who it is she left behind when she came home from prison after surviving a life sentence. She talks with love, care, and humor about what it’s like to explore a relationship after incarceration and what the future has in store for her. Plus, you’ll get to hear the voice and mind of one of our amazing Free World team members working behind the scenes!
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I Choose Me
Free World
In Episode 7, you’ll hear from Alyssa Gallo, producer and editor of Free World. You’ll hear her inspiring story of leaving prison in both literal and metaphorical senses.
info_outlineNorma Cumpian, Shone Robinson, Rose Brown, and Alyssa Marie Gallo talk about the trials and tribulations around returning to the Free World after incarceration. Many incarcerated become dedicated to self help, proving you've changed, and feel like they are living under a microscope. How does one adjust to living in the real world then? Our hosts discuss the struggles with feeling like one belongs out here.