Free World

FREE WORLD is a podcast about women reconstructing their lives after incarceration. In this series we hear stories from women and non-binary individuals about the ways prison tears at the bonds of family, the triumphs of resilient human beings, and what’s it like to put a life back together in freedom. Hosted by Norma Cumpian and Shone Robinson of the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC).

Kickin' It with Norma: Jacob Unplugged 08/26/2024

Kickin' It with Norma: Jacob Unplugged 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 them. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/32748327

Inside Scoop With Shone 06/08/2023

Inside Scoop With Shone 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." /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/27086169

Transitioning to the Free World 04/18/2023

Transitioning to the 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. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/26582712

Free World Frustrations 04/03/2023

Free World Frustrations /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/26433732

Welcome Back! 03/21/2023

Welcome Back! 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! /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/26285856

Lifting Each Other Up 01/10/2022

Lifting Each Other Up 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. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/21732425

They Surprised Me 12/02/2021

They Surprised Me 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. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/21360044

He Needed His Mother 11/18/2021

He Needed His Mother 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. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/21201191

Who We Leave Behind 11/02/2021

Who We Leave Behind 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! /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/21031115

I Choose Me 10/20/2021

I Choose Me 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. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/20873960

Distracted From My Blessings 09/21/2021

Distracted From My Blessings In Episode 6 of Free World, you’ll meet ARC Member Blanca Ruiz-Thompson and hear her story of overcoming the cycles of violence and incarceration that has plagued so many families. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/20555138

I Didn't Realize How Much Love I Had 09/07/2021

I Didn't Realize How Much Love I Had In Episode 5 of Free World, you’ll hear Pamela Thompson share her harrowing story about receiving a life sentence as a young woman. Listen in to how she came to terms with her stark reality /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/20396111

Rep. Tarra Simmons: If I Won, What Could It Do For the Rest of Us? 08/24/2021

Rep. Tarra Simmons: If I Won, What Could It Do For the Rest of Us? Episode 4 of Free World features the incomparable Rep. Tarra Simmons, the first formerly incarcerated state legislator in Washington state history. Rep. Simmons is an elected official, a lawyer, a mother, and the Executive Director of the Civil Survival Project. She details her incredible journey to the Washington state legislature to our hosts Norma and Shone. You’ll hear how her time in prison shaped her future, how she is a force for change, & about the things we don’t talk about for women in reentr /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/20249702

Enjoy the Ride 08/11/2021

Enjoy the Ride In Episode 3 of Free World, you’ll hear our very first guest Dolores Canales share her story of resilience through her journey on both sides of the walls. Dolores will guide you through the barriers that she navigated as she helped those inside and continues to advocate for the women and men that she feels so passionately about. You’ll hear about the challenges she faced, turning herself into custody, and finding shared strength with a young boy who taught her to enjoy the ride. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/20103248

When Are You Coming Home? 07/20/2021

When Are You Coming Home? In Episode 2 of Free World, you’ll learn from Norma and Shone about their journey before prison and what it was like not knowing if they’d ever come home. Norma will share what it was like to have such a young son while incarcerated and our two hosts will discuss their pathway to freedom. Plus, you’ll hear about the hilarious and unusual parts about reentering society after so much time away. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/19871567

I Couldn't Be the Real Me 07/06/2021

I Couldn't Be the Real Me In the debut episode of FREE WORLD, you’ll jump right in with our hosts Norma and Shone as they take you through some of their first days in prison, the dehumanization within our prison system, and the stigmas of coming home. There will be some laughs, too, especially as it concerns the creation of the 210 freeway. Together, Norma and Shone have experienced 40 years of incarceration but are home and free, thriving. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/19722392

Free World: Introduction 06/30/2021

Free World: Introduction In this introduction, you'll hear from our hosts Norma and Shone about what to expect in the debut season of Free World, a podcast presented by the Anti-Recidivism Coalition. /episode/index/show/freeworld/id/19654640

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