Amanda Cruz and Vilma Ortiz-Donovan spoke with host and Founder of The Fortune Society, David Rothenberg, about the unique experiences of women impacted by the criminal legal system. Amanda and Vilma reflect on their time in incarceration, the emotional struggle of worrying about children and relationships as a mother in prison and rebuilding after incarceration. 

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The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios.

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler