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Life After Prison

Prison Radio Association

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:47

After 15 Years In & Out of Prison, I Needed To Change...

Life After Prison ·

2025/08/21

This week on Life After Prison, we are joined by Isaiah James — also known as Resilient Lion. He spent years in and out of prison, starting from the age of 15, and was deep in gang life — thinking that was the only path available to him. But during his last sentence, something shifted. He found faith, got serious about fitness, and started focusing on self-development to change his life. Since coming out, he’s launched Freedom Through Fitness, spoken and done workshops in prisons, and recently ran

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56:04

The Risk Ain't Worth The Reward | No Behaviour Podcast

Life After Prison ·

2025/08/14

Today on Life After Prison, we’ve got Margs, Beanos, and Loons from the No Behaviour podcast joining us. These three keep it real with honest, no-filter chats about life on the streets of London — and they’ve all been to prison themselves. It’s actually the most guests we’ve ever had in the studio at once, so it's gonna be a lot of energy!This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.Useful organisations:The Big House Theatre Company – Work with at risk youth,

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55:45

My Boarding School Experience, Led Me Down A Path of...

Life After Prison ·

2025/08/07

This week on Life After Prison, we are joined by Lisa Newman – an addiction recovery coach and founder of Recalibrate Recovery Services. Drawing on her own lived experience of addiction, prison, and recovery, Lisa now supports others through one-to-one coaching, sober companionship, breathwork, and holistic wellbeing practices. She blends Eastern and Western approaches to help people rebuild their lives, and she’s passionate about breaking the stigma around addiction, relapse, and what recovery

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43:07

I Watched My Kids Grow Up In Prison | Frank Stedman

Life After Prison ·

2025/07/31

This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined by Frankie Stedman. Frankie was involved in a major drug conspiracy that led to a nine-year sentence—but since coming out, he’s turned things around. He now runs his own scaffolding business and goes into schools to share his story and help young people make better choices.Frank is also incredibly walking 200 MILES, from our HMP Styal HQ to our HMP Brixton HQ, to raise money for our charity and raise awareness of the power of

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57:41

This Story Inspired a Play, a Podcast, and a Movement...

Life After Prison ·

2025/07/24

This week on the Life After Prison couch, Zak & Jules are joined by Jacob Dunne. At 19, Jacob was sentenced to prison for manslaughter after a one-punch attack that took a man’s life. What followed is a remarkable story of transformation. After meeting the parents of his victim through restorative justice, Jacob went on to earn a first-class honours degree in criminology and has since worked across education, health, criminal justice, and the arts. He is also the co-founder of the Common Ground

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20:14

Introducing: Money Mondays - Employability: Interviews

Life After Prison ·

2025/07/17

Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 9 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Money Mondays and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association.Going for a job interview can be a nerve-wracking experience at the best of times, but what about if you have a criminal record to contend with too?On this episode Zak & Emma will be looking at how having a criminal record can impact on the job

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15:56

Introducing: Money Mondays - Employability: CVs

Life After Prison ·

2025/07/10

Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 9 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Money Mondays and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association.In this episode Zak & Emma are looking at CVs - What they are, why they are useful and how to create an effective one. It can be daunting putting a CV together, particularly if you might have large gaps due to stints in prison. Zak is here to tell

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38:05

Life After Prison The Spark | Jules

Life After Prison ·

2025/07/03

In this episode Jules chats to another Jules (not confusing at all!), who is very close to becoming a qualified Solicitor. Jules is planning on supporting and being an advocate for people going through the criminal justice system. Having served a community order herself, Jules has experience with the CJS and knows the impact having a criminal record can have on your career and on your self-worth. Jules also talks about her difficult upbringing in Africa, and the culture shocks she found when moving

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39:42

From Detention Centres To International DJ | Jumpin...

Life After Prison ·

2025/06/26

This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined Jumpin Jack Frost a true pioneer of the UK music scene. From growing up in Brixton and navigating the challenges of street life, to becoming one of the founding figures in jungle and drum and bass, his journey is nothing short of legendary. But behind the decks and the iconic tracks is a powerful story of redemption – including time spent in prison, a battle with mental health, and a mission to break the stigma around it.This

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39:41

Life After Prison The Spark | Kemi and Tasha

Life After Prison ·

2025/06/19

In this episode Jules speaks to sisters, Kemi and Tasha, who founded the organisation Reformed Development, after experiencing four years of rejection and discrimination after coming out of prison. They realised the only way forward was to be the change themselves, and they now work tirelessly helping other people who have been to prison, with their holistic and nurturing approach to rehabilitation.The full version of this episode can be found wherever you get your podcasts: (link)Useful links and

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38:15

What Is The £700 Million Investment In Probation...

Life After Prison ·

2025/06/12

This week on Life After Prison, Zak & Jules discuss the final report on the Sentencing Review that was released last month. They delve into topics surrounding early release, £700 million investment into probation services and community-based sentencing.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.Useful organisations:Kate Fraser episode discussing Women's prisons - https://youtu.be/0T7b7V3ySFoWomen in Prison (London, Manchester & Woking) – Support and

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32:23

Life After Prison The Spark | Kate

Life After Prison ·

2025/06/05

This week Jules talks to Kate, who works for NHS England as the Regional Head of Health and Justice in the East of England. For 11 years, Kate struggled with a heroin addiction. Kate now holds keys to several prisons, and was even the prison substance misuse commissioner in the prison where she once spent time inside. Kate talks to Jules about the incredible work she does helping people, her career progression, and how she managed to turn her life around.The full version of this episode can be found

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33:36

I Started a Successful Gym Brand from Prison | Tuan

Life After Prison ·

2025/05/29

This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined by Tuan, co-founder of Gymbusy. Before launching his fitness brand, Tuan was on the roads and ended up serving two prison sentences. But after his release, he found a new path—building discipline, strength, and purpose through fitness. Teaming up with his cousin, he co-founded Gymbusy, a brand that not only transformed his life but is now inspiring others to do the same.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life

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29:12

Life After Prison The Spark | Julia

Life After Prison ·

2025/05/22

In this episode, Jules chats with Julia. Released from prison 10 years ago, Julia started working in the criminal justice system, working her way up into management positions, but she found that what was once part of her healing journey, was becoming part of her trauma. Julia decided to make a change, and as somebody known as having a permanent tan, she’s living her best life running her own tanning and beauty salon.Useful organisations:Unlock- Building a fairer future for people withcriminal

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47:19

Overcoming Addiction In Prison To Award Winning...

Life After Prison ·

2025/05/15

This week on the Life After Prison couch. Zak & Jules are joined byKevin Devonport. An international award-winning self-taught artist, whose journey started from a council estate in Leeds. Kevin served 24 years inside, where he overcame addiction and taught himself to paint, which has lead to his work being featured across the UK and Europe in multiple prominent exhibitions.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.Useful OrganisationsCare After Combat

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30:24

Life After Prison The Spark | Pri

Life After Prison ·

2025/05/08

This week Jules speaks to Pri, whose negative relationship with alcohol lead to multiple convictions and stints in prison. Unwavering support from the charity ID Essence, a probation officer willing to go the extra mile to help support her with binge drinking, and being fitted with an alcohol tag, helped Pri get to the place where she is today. She’s now working for ID Essence, supporting women coming out of prison, and prefers a takeaway and a Netflix binge to getting drunk on a Friday night.The

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35:36

Myth Busting Comments About Prison

Life After Prison ·

2025/05/01

This week on the Life After Prison Podcast Zak and Jules respond to some social media comments again, this time with the aim to dispel some myths surrounding prison. These comments are from a video of previous guest Nabil Abdul Rashid recalling his first moments being in prison.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.Useful OrganisationsPrison Reform Trust (UK-Wide) – Campaigns for fairer, more effective penal systems and supports people in

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23:05

The Spark | Kerry

Life After Prison ·

2025/04/24

In this episode Jules speaks to 20-year-old Kerry, who’s only been out of prison a month at the time of recording. They chat about how losing a friend in the Grenfell Tower fire at the age of 13 had a massive impact on Kerry, who later became expelled from school, and at the age of 17 received a 5 year prison sentence. For Kerry, being recalled back to prison after being released half way through her sentence was a big wake up call, and changed her outlook on moving forwards.The full version of this

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47:23

I Had My Baby With Me For 8 Months In Prison | Molly...

Life After Prison ·

2025/04/17

This week Jules sits down with Molly Ellis, someone she met while they were both in prison. In 2017, after experiencing a family tragedy, Molly’s life changed drastically, eventually ending with a five-year prison sentence for fraud. Just weeks before starting her sentence, she gave birth to her daughter and chose to raise her newborn behind bars. Since her release, Molly has dedicated herself to helping others rebuild their lives through her organisation Project Accountability. The two also

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40:11

The Spark | Sharon

Life After Prison ·

2025/04/10

In this episode, Jules chats to Sharon. Sharon’s life on the Cornish coast is idyllic, but her life has been a rollercoaster of ups and downs to get to this point. From escaping an abusive relationship and serving a prison sentence for benefit fraud, to cycling around the world, battling serious health problems and publishing her own book.Useful organisations:Kaleidoscopic UK - Supporting Children and Adults who have been exposed to domestic abuse https://www.kaleidoscopic.uk/Women’s Aid - Building

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