Celebrating Recovery with Jackie Rose Rodriguez
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Release Date: 11/01/2021
Inside Job Pilot - Cleve Bell's Testimony
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
For more than three decades, Cleveland Bell III, has served as Executive Director for Riverside House, a non-profit, faith-based organization committed to guiding people offenders into becoming productive citizens. Once a jailed criminal himself, the story of Cleve’s turnaround is an inspiration to many prisoners and community organizations today. He is an admired figure known for his community activism and advocacy. Cleve is nationally recognized as a leader and expert on offenders community reentry programs. He has appeared on numerous TV, radio shows, and in newspapers on the topics of...
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Celebrate Recovery with Alan Oria - Part 1
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Welcome to Inside Job, a podcast for offenders by offenders. I am Cleve Bell and I am accompanied today by Alan Oria. This is the first part of our two-part series interview with married couple, Alan and Marlen Oria. We're excited to hear about their story of redemption and restoration, as they share their journey through childhood trauma and life challenges that led to addictions, and the impact that Celebrate Recovery has made in their lives. Alan is a Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leader and Florida State Representative for Celebrate Recovery. He is also the...
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Celebrate Recovery with Marlen Oria - Part 2
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Welcome to Inside Job, a podcast for offenders by offenders. I am Cleve Bell and I am accompanied today by Marlen Oria. This is the second part of our two-part series interview with married couple, Alan and Marlen Oria. We're excited to continue exploring their journey and insights with you today. Marlen is the CEO of her own consulting company, MarOria Consulting, LLC. She assists customers in optimizing construction project timelinles with South Florida Utilities. She is also a member of Al Anon, a mutual support program for people whose lives have been...
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A Second Chance Phenomena: Robin Mitchell's Comeback Story
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Welcome to Inside Job, a podcast for offenders by offenders. I am Cleve Bell and today's special episode is hosted by Carmen Bell, Riverside House's Community and Donor Relations Coordinator. In this episode, Carmen interviews one of Riverside House's Emergency Shelter Program Residents, Robin Mitchell, to discuss his journey of homelessness, and his full circle comeback. Robin is a student at Miami Dade College. He is currently obtaining an AA degree in Business Administration, and plans to obtain his Bachelor's degree in the same field this fall. He is employed with a...
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Celebrate Recovery with Greg Anderson
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Greg is originally from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and has been in full-time church-based ministry since 1996 as a small group pastor, most recently at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. He has been involved with SGN from the early days of its launch, and currently serves as the Southeast Regional Representative for the Small Group Network. Greg is currently on staff with The Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Palm Beach County Florida. Along with beginning a recovery ministry at his church in South Carolina, He also has served as the National Training Coach for Celebrate...
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Family Anonymous with Freddy
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Welcome to Inside Job, a show by offenders for offenders, I am Cleve Bell and I am accompanied today by Freddie. Chief Freddie spent 32 years with Miami Fire Rescue. He held every civil service rank, spending his last five years as the Deputy Fire Chief. Chief Freddie’s extensive teaching experience includes training firefighters, police officers and corrections officers. He holds A.S. degrees from Miami Dade College in EMS and Fire Science. Since 1999, Chief Freddie has specialized in test preparation courses for entry and promotional level public-safety candidates. He’s facilitated,...
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Changing a Life’s Path with Reconcile
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Welcome to Inside Job, a show by offenders for offenders, I am Cleve Bell and I am accompanied today by , who is a husband and a fellow living in Miami, where he is committed to renewal, social justice, and youth mentory. Reconcile has a strong connection to that offers outreach programs for youth and their families. In today’s episode, Reconcile is sharing about his mission and his music. Key Takeaways: [2:56] Reconcile talks about his youth and upbringing. [6:53] Reconcile shares about his first incarceration. [9:16] Reconcile remembers the moment where he was led to Christ....
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Celebrating Recovery with Jackie Rose Rodriguez
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
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Transform Your Life: Setting Goals, Follow Small Steps, and Stay Accountable with Chris Wilson
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Chris Wilson, author of the book The Masterplan: My Journey from Life in Prison to a Life of Purpose. In this episode, Chris shares about his childhood, the 10 years he was incarcerated, the importance of staying true to his purpose and goals, how he took advantage of every opportunity to transform his life, and how now he dedicates his time to help others to also rediscover their lives and achieve their dreams.
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Service as a Central Piece of Recovery with Special Guest, Desmond Meade
The Inside Job - Life After Prison
Host Cleveland Bell talks to Desmond Meade, the President and Executive Director of FRRC, about Amendment 4, a grassroots citizen's initiative that restored voting rights to over 1.4 million Floridians with past felony convictions. Desmond takes us through his life and into his recovery explaining what eventually lead him to be recognized by Time Magazine as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the world in 2019! We are in the business of second chances. Enjoy the show!
info_outlineWelcome to Inside job, a show by offenders for offenders. I am Cleve Bell and I am accompanied today by Jackie Rose Rodriguez. In this episode, Jackie shares her story of survival and resilience, which began in a short and turbulent childhood, and progressed into a magnificent story of transformation, healing, and a life dedicated to serving others.
Key Takeaways:
[1:30] Jackie shares about her childhood and upbringing.
[3:30] How was school for Jackie?
[5:58] What was the turning point for Jackie?
[8:04] How are you supposed to learn without role models?
[8:55] Jackie talks about the most valuable lessons she has learned.
[13:15] Jackie shares how therapy was helpful for her and her daughter.
[17:41] What would Jackie say to herself if she showed up in the group she now leads?
[18:08] What does Jackie think about the Steps and the Biblical principles in her journey?
[19:35] How valuable does Jackie find sponsors?
[21:21] What does “the process” mean to Jackie?
[24:42] As humans we tend to focus on what is wrong and forget that we have small victories throughout the day.
[28:08] Let God love you.
[29:45] How did Jackie come to the Faith?
[34.11] God is giving, loving, and more present than ever.
Learn More About Riverside House:
Riverside House is a nonprofit, government, and faith community partner. We have been active agents of change and sustained progress in the Miami area for more than three decades, helping tens of thousands walk a straight path into refashioned, sober, and spiritually upright lives as free citizens.
At Riverside House, we provide a critical relief valve during the transition of offenders from confinement to community. Our teams of well-credentialed and committed professionals support each man and woman who enters our doors in their unique, personal path to rehabilitation and recovery.
We are in the business of second chances, and we know that the consideration we extend to those most in need must be holistic in nature. We address the total person — mind, body, and spirit, attuned to the moral and material needs we all share.
"… Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me."
Matthew 25:40 (NIV)
To learn more visit riversidehouse.org
Email Jackie Rose Rodriguez at [email protected]
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