Life After Prison

Prison Radio Association•sites.libsyn.com

A podcast for anyone who has spent time in prison or is close to someone who has. Featuring incredible stories from people who've been inside, plus advice and support for those recently released. Follow us at @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X and @lifeafterprisonpod on TikTok

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The Sit Down: From Prisoner To CEO | Anthony Olanipekun

In this episode we are joined by CEO, radio producer, presenter and DJ Anthony Olanipekun who left prison and founded music platform Soul Surge. Tony opens up about his life before, during and after prison, touching on how he is dealing with past trauma through therapy and describing the journey of starting his life again after release. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: NACRO Women In Prison Advance Clinks Directory Irene ...

Nov 03, 2022•45 min

Getting Out: How Can I Find Work After Prison? with Working Chance

In this episode, Jules and Zak are joined by Lizzy Jewell from Working Chance to talk about finding a job after being in prison. They discuss employers’ changing attitudes towards people with convictions and the importance of having a backup plan while you look for your dream job. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Organisations mentioned: Working Chance Switchback Employment 4 All Only A Pavement Away New Futures Network St Giles Trust Bounceba...

Oct 31, 2022•21 min

The Sit Down: I Found My Voice In Prison | Tassie Ghilani

Tassie joins Zak and Jules to talk about her journey through the Criminal Justice System, from entering as a YO and becoming homeless at a young age, Tassie reflects on the life that she fell into and how she got out of it. Since coming out, Tassie has set up her own business helping to support care leavers in custody and gained a university degree. She now works for HMPPS as Reducing Re-offending National Lived Experience Lead. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After ...

Oct 27, 2022•41 min

Getting Out: What Are My Housing Options After Prison? with Shelter

In this episode, Jules and Zak are joined by Heidi Trott from Shelter to discuss the housing options available if you've recently left prison. We hear from Marcel, who found it difficult to get social housing when he first came out. Heidi tells Zak and Jules where people can go to find support and does some myth-busting around what it means to have ‘priority need’ status or a local connection. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisati...

Oct 24, 2022•21 min

The Sit Down: How Does It Feel To Have A Son In Prison? | Tracy and Hilda

In this episode Zak and Jules are joined by Tracy, who has two sons serving life sentences and Hilda, who is Zak’s mum. In a fascinating and emotional episode, Tracy and Hilda talk about how it felt when their sons received their sentences, and how to stay strong when you have a loved one inside. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: Partners of Prisoners JENGbA PACT Prisoners Family Helpline – 0808 808 2003 Sussex Prisoners F...

Oct 20, 2022•47 min

Getting Out: How Do I Disclose My Conviction? with Unlock

In this episode, Jules and Zak are joined by Debbie from Unlock to discuss the issues around disclosing your conviction when applying for jobs. Debbie explains how important it is to understand when and how to disclose your conviction. She also talks about the difference between spent and unspent convictions, and the benefits of putting together a disclosure statement. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: Unlock Unlock’s Disc...

Oct 13, 2022•21 min

The Sit Down: Did You Ever Think That You’d Go To Prison? | Zak and Jules

Zak and Jules share their stories and explain how they ended up where they are today as the hosts of the Life After Prison podcast. They reflect on receiving their sentences, other people’s perceptions of them and how prison affected their family relationships. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: NACRO Unlock Clinks Directory Contact us: If there’s something you would like to hear us talk about on Life After Prison please dr...

Oct 13, 2022•36 min

The Sit Down: How Can We Keep Young People Out Of Prison? | Bobby Kasanga

Our first episode of The Sit Down features Bobby Kasanga who served nearly 8 years in prison. He talks to us about how he got recruited as a Peckham boy and how this led him to his time inside. Since coming out, Bobby has created Hackney Wick’s first ever semi-professional football club and here he tells us how he uses this, and his media company Big Ego, to support young people. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: St Mungo’...

Oct 13, 2022•45 min

Life After Prison Trailer

Life After Prison is a brand new podcast for anyone who has spent time in prison, or who has been affected by the criminal justice system. Presented by Zak and Jules it features inspiring stories from people who've been inside, plus guidance and support for you if you've recently been released. Follow us at @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X and @lifeafterprisonpod on TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26, 2022•40 sec•Season 1Ep. 1

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