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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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48:37

Prison Helped Me Escape My Chaos - Nick Hadris

Life After Prison ·

2026/04/02

This weekwe’rejoined by NickHadris. Nick’s story is one of resilience, reflection, and using personal experience to help others move forward.After spending time in prison, Nick faced the challenge of rebuilding his life and finding a new direction. Since then,he’sworked tremendously hard to turn that experience into something positive - supporting others who are coming through the system and trying to rebuild their own lives.More recently, Nick completed a 250 mile bike ride fundraiser inspired by

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50:57

Losing My Partner Left Me In A Hole - Rhia Canady

Life After Prison ·

2026/03/26

This weekwe’rejoined by Rhia a mother, a widow, and a woman who has transformed deep adversity into a driving force for change. In the aftermath of her partners death, her life took a turn, and she would soon become involved in drug activities, resulting in a 2-year prison sentence. Having personally experienced the justice system from both sides, she now dedicates her time to helping women rise beyond trauma and rebuild their lives through her organisation Fly Girl Foundation.This podcast is also

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41:26

I Went To My Dad's Funeral In Handcuffs | Will Pendray

Life After Prison ·

2026/03/19

This week we are joined by author and poet Will Pendray. His debut poetry collection Overgrown contains extracts from throughout his sentence, where he would use poetry to work through the things he was dealing with. Whilst serving his sentence, Will began studying at Open University and would go on to complete an MA in Creative Writing. He now uses poetry to inspire change, returning to prisons and communities to share his work and story.Useful OrganisationsSafe Ground – Use storytelling, creative

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48:44

Domestic Abuse Haunted My Childhood - Charlie

Life After Prison ·

2026/02/26

This week we’re joined by speaker and author Charlie-Sam Newman, whose mission is simple, ‘To help people unlock their true potential’. From a very young age Charlie had experienced traumas that would shape her adolescence. After seeking safety at a women’s refuge at the age of 3, years would follow where safety and stability were rare, and violence and abuse were often close by. Following years within the care system, she would find herself at the centre of a drugs conspiracy, facing a possible

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50:26

MOBO Award Winner Reflects On Prison and Future Plans...

Life After Prison ·

2026/02/19

Today on the couch, we’re joined by someone whose story goes beyond music. A respected voice in UK rap for over 20 years, he’s starred in Top Boy and worked with Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen. He’s been through the criminal justice system and come out the other side, using his voice to reflect, rebuild, and speak the truth. Since returning, his consistency and talent have earned him the 2025 MOBO Award for Best Grime Act. This conversation isn’t just about bars or fame – it’s about

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56:11

Prison Governor Answers All Live From HMP Brixton

Life After Prison ·

2026/02/12

Today’s episode is a bit different – because we’re inside HMP Brixton, recording in front of a live audience of the men who live here.And we’re joined by the Governor of Brixton herself.Usually, we hear stories from people with lived experience, but today we’re exploring things from the other side: why she wanted this role, what it was like stepping into Brixton, and what day-to-day life looks like as a governor.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on

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47:52

I Went To Prison At 40 & Came Out A New Woman - Karen

Life After Prison ·

2026/02/05

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.Today, we’re joined by Karen Howell-Ball – a lived-experience speaker whose journey is one of real transformation

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47:01

A 2 Year IPP Sentence Has People In Prison For Nearly...

Life After Prison ·

2026/01/29

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.Today, we’re joined by Marc Conway. Marc’s story is remarkable: from serving his first sentence at 15 and spending

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52:00

2 Times Sunday Bestseller, After 3 Years In Prison -...

Life After Prison ·

2026/01/22

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.Today, we’re joined by Jon Watts – better known to many as Chef Jon. Jon’s story is incredible: from serving time

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35:28

Cellmate to CEO | PAULA

Life After Prison ·

2026/01/15

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of

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35:21

Cellmate to CEO | Christian

Life After Prison ·

2026/01/08

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of

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42:11

Cellmate to CEO | Dan Whyte

Life After Prison ·

2026/01/01

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of

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43:33

Cellmate to CEO | Gina

Life After Prison ·

2025/12/25

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of

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48:30

5 Year Sentence For Real Life Prison Break - Big Stygs

Life After Prison ·

2025/12/18

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.Today on Life After Prison we're joined by Big Stygs – an artist, entrepreneur, and community leader from

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57:21

Turning Trauma Into Purpose After 10 Years In Prison...

Life After Prison ·

2025/12/11

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.Today’s guest on the Life After Prison couch is Chris Baker. Growing up around crime, with his dad in and out of

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1:05:11

Surviving Child Exploitation & County Lines Grooming...

Life After Prison ·

2025/12/04

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.Today we're joined by Sabrina – a survivor of exploitation, former county lines drug worker, and now founder of SH

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43:15

How Prison Turned David Haze Into A 4x World Record...

Life After Prison ·

2025/11/27

From military ambitions to addiction and prison, David Haze has lived through some of life’s toughest challenges. But since his release, he’s transformed his path – breaking paddleboarding world records, championing rehabilitation, and becoming a respected voice for change in the justice system. David’s journey is about more than redemption – it’s about resilience, responsibility, and showing that it’s possible to rebuild with purpose.This episode discusses sensitive themes that may be upsetting for

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41:55

Cellmate to CEO | Jason Frost

Life After Prison ·

2025/11/20

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of

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38:26

Cellmate to CEO | Mandy

Life After Prison ·

2025/11/13

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of

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46:44

Cellmate to CEO | Jacob Hill

Life After Prison ·

2025/11/06

Complete our 2025 Listener Survey: https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7We’d love to hear from you! Every year, we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. Your answers help us understand what’s working, what we can improve, and they also help us show our funders the real impact of the show. It only takes a few minutes and your feedback really does make a difference.In this brand new series, Cellmate to CEO, Tony Supreme, CEO of Soul Surge Wellness, who has lived experience of

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