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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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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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41:09

Responding To Comments On Social Media

Life After Prison ·

2025/04/03

This week on the Life After Prison Podcast Zak and Jules respond to some of the comments they received on social media about a previous episode. That episode explores disclosing to potential future partners if you have spent time in prison, and how soon you would tell them.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.The episode the comments came from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OH5uK6WvvnQOur episode on disclosing your conviction:

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27:03

The Spark | Sarah

Life After Prison ·

2025/03/27

In this episode Jules talks to Sarah, who after years of struggling with her mental health and substance abuse, found that the warmth, support and community found in a women’s centre not far from her home, would help her transform her life.Useful organisations:Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/ POPS (Partners of Prisoners) https://www.partnersofprisoners.co.uk/Women’s Service Map https://www.womensservicesmap.com/Mind https://www.mind.org.uk/Trauma Breakthrough

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52:44

From Young Chef of the Year to Belmarsh | Natty Can Cook

Life After Prison ·

2025/03/20

This week Zak and Jules welcome lifelong chef Nathaniel Mortley AKA Natty Can Cook to the Life After Prison couch. Natty shares his experiences of working in some of London’s most high-end restaurants and how the environment there contributed to him going to prison. He also speaks about how seeing people excel while he was inside inspired him to start planning his future for when he was released. Now that he’s out, he is on an incredible journey to take Caribbean cuisine to the heights of the

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39:08

Introducing: Hold or Fold – Betting Shops with David...

Life After Prison ·

2025/03/13

Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 8 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Hold or Fold and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association.'Hold or Fold' explores gambling harm with an emphasis on the criminal justice system, your hosts Ben & Steve have both served time in prison as a direct result of their gambling.In this episode we’re looking at betting shops and the role they play

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39:27

Introducing: Hold or Fold – Introducing Ben & Steve

Life After Prison ·

2025/03/06

Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 8 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Hold or Fold and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association.'Hold or Fold' explores gambling harm with an emphasis on the criminal justice system, your hosts Ben & Steve have both served time in prison as a direct result of their gambling. In this first episode they are introducing themselves to you, a brand

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28:31

Life After Prison The Spark: Charlotte

Life After Prison ·

2025/02/27

In this episode Jules chats to Charlotte, who after years of self-harm, admissions to psychiatric hospitals, and a period of time in prison, is now in a really happy place. Charlotte has big ambitions for her future, and wants to be that support for others that she needed when she was younger, and she’swell on her way to achieving her goal.Useful links and organisations:Working Chance: https://workingchance.org/Girls Get Social: https://www.instagram.com/girls.get.social/Samaritans:

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23:35

How Do You Deal With Uncertainty?

Life After Prison ·

2025/02/20

Zak and Jules discuss dealing with the fear of the unknown and how this affected them when leaving prison. They also hear from people inside about some of the hobbies they’ve developed to help pass the time, and the small privileges they now recognise that they’re missing out on.Useful organisations:Mental Health and Emotional SupportMind (Nationwide) – Offers mental health resources, advice, and supporthttps://mind.org.ukSamaritans (Nationwide) – Provides a listening ear for anyone struggling or

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27:16

Life After Prison The Spark: Scout

Life After Prison ·

2025/02/13

In this episode Jules chats to Scout, a poet, writer and broadcaster. Scout, who ended up in prison after experiencing a manic state of psychosis, explores themes of mental health, prison and sobriety in her work. She talks to Jules about rediscovering her ability to write, turning to faith in prison and learning to like yourself.The full version of this episode can be found wherever you get your podcasts: (link)Useful links and organisations:National Prison Radio:

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48:11

I Planned My Business In The Prison Kitchen | Abdul...

Life After Prison ·

2025/02/06

Zak and Jules meet Abdul Bangura. Abdul has served three prison sentences. He is now a successful entrepreneur running his own aviation business. Abdul talks to Zak and Jules about how a chance meeting with his mentor in prison set him on a path to see his own potential.Useful organisations:The Alac Group – Abdul Bangura’s aviation Companyhttps://thealacgroup.co.uk/aboutPower The Fight – a charity that empowers local communities to end youth violencehttps://www.powerthefight.org.uk/School For Social

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31:58

Life After Prison The Spark: Kiri

Life After Prison ·

2025/01/30

In this episode Jules is joined by trainee barrister Kiri, whose dreams of a legal career were shaped when she was remanded in prison under joint enterprise law. Kiri tells Jules about the abusive relationship that caused her downward spiral, and the hard work that’s got her where she is today. Together they talk about the power of lived experience, being on the other side of criminal justice system, and getting more women into law. The full version of this episode can be found wherever you

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28:54

Starting Your Own Business After Prison

Life After Prison ·

2025/01/23

Zak and Jules explore what it takes to start and manage a business after prison, sharing their own journeys and lessons learned. They discuss building confidence, taking opportunities, and how businesses can open unexpected doors. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: Social Ark (East London) – Social Ark is a charity supporting young people from under-resourced communities, including ex-offenders, to create social

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28:47

Life After Prison The Spark: OneDa

Life After Prison ·

2025/01/16

In this episode Jules sits down with rapper, OneDa. Hot off the launch of her debut album, OneDa explains how she broke into the music industry. She also talks to Jules about experiencing the criminal justice system in her youth, her female rap collective HerChester, and the power of bringing others up with you. Our listeners are the most important part of Life After Prison and we want to hear from you! Your feedback is really important as it lets our funders know what you think of the

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48:55

From Medical Aspirations to Leading a Social...

Life After Prison ·

2025/01/09

Zak and Jules sit down with Sobanan Narenthiran, CEO of Breakthrough, to discuss his journey from dreaming of being a doctor to navigating life after prison. Sobanan shares how his sentence impacted his family and why they’re his biggest motivation to stay out, as well as reflecting on his unexpected path to becoming a CEO, his plans for the future, and the changes he hopes to see in the criminal justice system. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on

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30:55

Life After Prison The Spark: Faye

Life After Prison ·

2025/01/02

In this episode Jules is joined by audio producer, Faye. While in prison, Faye found herself presenting regular shows on National Prison Radio. Now, together with Jules, she continues this work on the outside with the Prison Radio Association. Faye talks about her passion for fitness, being a parent in prison and her work on the Secret Life of Prisons podcast. Our listeners are the most important part of Life After Prison and we want to hear from you! Your feedback is really important as

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29:27

Reflections, Goals and Growth

Life After Prison ·

2024/12/26

In this episode, Zak and Jules explore what it’s like adjusting to life after prison, reflecting on their personal journeys, and the superstitions many people have when leaving. They hear from a listener who opens up about his entrepreneurial journey post-release and discuss the often-overlooked experiences of family and friends during this transition. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: Tomorrow’s Women (Wirral/Chester)

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32:24

Life After Prison The Spark: Beatrice

Life After Prison ·

2024/12/19

In this episode Jules chats to Beatrice, who has very recently been released from prison. As an aspiring prison reformer, Beatrice talks about using her experience for good. Together, Beatrice and Jules discuss the mix of emotions that come with release, the current state of the prison system and Beatrice’s hopes for the future. Useful links and organisations: Beatrice’s Spectator Article https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/why-womens-prisons-dont-work/ Prison Reform Trust

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47:59

How Prison Sparked a Mission to Prevent Youth...

Life After Prison ·

2024/12/12

In this episode, Joel Dunn, founder of The Paradigm Project, shares his journey from prison to founding a charity focused on preventing youth involvement in the criminal justice system. He talks about his background, how it all started with a mentoring course in prison, and the support network that helped him rebuild his life. Joel also discusses the importance of understanding his own story, why he chose to work in prevention, and the impact of The Paradigm Project’s work. Plus, he shares insights

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30:54

Life After Prison The Spark: Barbara

Life After Prison ·

2024/12/05

In this episode, Jules sits down with social impact entrepreneur, Barbara Burton. While awaiting trail, Barbara wrote a sixteen-page business plan, which became her first social enterprise during her twelve month prison sentence. Barbara talks about becoming an entrepreneur, the art of pivoting and being named as one of the BBC’s 100 Women of the World. Our listeners are the most important part of Life After Prison and we want to hear from you! Your feedback is really important as it

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31:04

Released From Prison Early?

Life After Prison ·

2024/11/28

In this episode of Life After Prison, Zak and Jules discuss the SDS40 scheme which facilitates early release from prison. They reflect on their own experiences and on the impact of families and friends of those being released. They discuss whether this scheme is a long-term solution and if not, what needs to change. Our listeners are the most important part of Life After Prison and we want to hear from you! Your feedback is really important as it lets our funders know what you think of the

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