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EPISODE ONE
Ricky grew up in Northern California during an era of gang warfare. His life was intense, repeatedly leading to prison sentences and years of pain. Ricky shares of how he went from looking at a 100 year sentence, to now being a free man. His story is one that testifies to the truth that change is possible, and that healing can be found in the person of Jesus.
Ricky Torres | Ex Gang Member | Formerly Incarcerated | Story of Change
EPISODE TWO
Michael Carrion was born in spanish Harlem, and grew up in the The Bronx as a teen. While growing up, his parents were lost in addiction and eventually incarcerated. He found himself following his parent’s footsteps, until Jesus radically transformed his life. His life has since been one of bringing healing and hope to The Bronx. From prison reform to creating educational opportunities, from pastoring to teaching, Bishop Carrion has impacted the lives of many through the same message of Jesus that changed his own life.
Reverend Dr. Michael Carrion | God’s Grace & Kingdom in The Bronx
EPISODE THREE
Maddi brings a powerful perspective for us around the topic incarceration. She is currently a professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Arizona State University. Maddi is also the Director of Operations for Inside Out Network (ION). ION is a growing network of service providers, churches, ministries, volunteers, and advocates who are banding together to offer a better way to help returning citizens navigate reentry. She is frequently inside prisons throughout Arizona, working with individuals to help them toward a beautiful future.
Maddi Briguglio | Criminology Professor | Inside Out Network
EPISODE FOUR
EPISODE FIVE
Joshua was born and raised in Moreno Valley, CA. His life holds stories and lessons that some will find relatable and far too familiar. Josh was saved in prison and devoted his life to Christ, but after his release, found himself navigating disappointment in church institutions. Joshua shares wisdom that everyone can learn from. He has faced loss and hardship, yet found hope in the midst of the wild ride. His music shares about the transformation and calling he has found in Christ, and also the familial community he has found in HOG MOB Ministries.
Joshua Prudhomme | Hip Hop Artist | Barber | From Prison to Church
Vanessa is born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. From growing up as the daughter of an incarcerated father, to being justice involved herself, her story is one that has been deeply impacted by the criminal justice system. She has experienced many trials within her resilient journey of life, but also found great hope, purpose, and healing. Her story offers a rich perspective into what many youth are experiencing today. She currently a coordinator for the Hustle PHX Youth Entrepreneurship Program, a 13-week course designed to empower justice-involved youth by providing them with the essential skills to succeed in the business world.
Vanessa Torrecillas May | Justice Involved Childhood | Youth Mentor | Hustle PHX
EPISODE SIX
George offers a unique perspective for this episode. From serving as a marine, to serving seventeen years in prison, George was able to leave the prison walls two months prior to filming this episode. At a point in his incarceration, he began to passionately devote himself to change. Today he is a free man, and in this episode he is speaking to the Arizona Department of Corrections Correctional Officer Trainer Academy. He shares his story and how these future correctional officers can have a positive impact on those who are incarcerated. It was a moving scene to witness George speaking to a room full of those who will go to work in the prison system.
George Nolan | Trainer & Business Owner | Formerly Incarcerated
EPISODE SEVEN
Although born in the Bay Area of California, and bouncing around a lot as a child, Sevin eventually landed in the gang infested city of Sacramento, California during the early 90's. Although Sevin's parents were in ministry, Sevin's desire for identity, community and brotherhood caused the gang culture to be able to seduce him, and at 13 he became an active member of the Oak Park Bloods. Through the story of Sevin’s redemption, God was able to transform brokenness and pain into healing and hope, filling Sevin with a heart full of love for his fellow man and a desire to see those trapped in the streets become set free by the Love of God. The LORD has used Sevin and the ministry he started, HOG MOB, to become a light to the hood. Today, HOG MOB shares the Gospel of healing and reconciliation to neighborhoods and communities all across the World.