Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around The Block

In this episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan start by explaining what changes are real in the prison system and what is just rumors or misinformation. This portion is very helpful for clearing up confusion, and Susan explains how the law is actually applied to inmates and their families. Around the halfway mark, Bruce and Susan discuss halfway housing and elaborate on what they cover in their green book. To wrap up the show, Susan reviews the different technological systems and calls back to last week about coder shortages and the need for them in the federal prison system.

Bruce and Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and their

Book Links: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Halfway-Confinement-Second/dp/B0H1BVHD1K

This week's episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block has Bruce and Susan reviewing new FSA and Compassionate Release changes in the federal system. Susan discusses the changes, particularly pertaining to housing and using contractors for a variety of services. One point of contention is the process of coding and calculating hours. Susan thoroughly explains the ins and outs and how the system could be improved. Halfway through the program, Susan reviews past experiences with coding and the technology side the FSA used. Susan and Bruce then transition to a batch of newly released policies and explore the implications of these new laws. The main focus is how these new policies affect inmates' time credits. This episode covers the new changes in the Bureau. Join us next week as they continue to navigate these new policies!

Bruce and Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and their

Book Links: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Halfway-Confinement-Second/dp/B0H1BVHD1K

This week's episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block has Bruce and Susan break down myths and rumors and clarify the rules and laws in place. It then shifts to Susan reviewing different court cases and how the system has evolved through the judicial process. Later, Bruce and Susan discuss FSA programming and go over some of the other topics they explore in their new book! Time credits become a major topic in the second half of the show, and Susan helps clarify how to earn credits while incarcerated. The final 10 minutes clarify misinformation and how time credits and halfway house placements are applied.

Bruce and Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and their

Book Links: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Halfway-Confinement-Second/dp/B0H1BVHD1K

On this episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan pick up right where they left off last week. They use the opening portion of the show to clarify confusing news or changes in the law so inmates and their families can get current, accurate information. This includes different assessments and how those have changed over the last few years. Later, Susan goes over FSA programming, the lack of investment, and how the FSA affects time credits and release dates. Around halfway through the episode, Susan goes over with Bruce different test programs they ran and how they tried to improve scoring accuracy and validity. Bruce then ties his mental health experience back into the federal system and how psychologists play a role with assessment. This episode spends most of its time reviewing different programs, their assessment tests, and how they can affect time credit accumulation.

Bruce and Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and their

Book Links: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Halfway-Confinement-Second/dp/B0H1BVHD1K

In this episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan begin by reviewing FSA credit analysis, then slowly transition to a more in-depth look at the Second Chance Act. Bruce and Susan take time to explain the best way to contact them through the email and mail system to follow the statutes. Susan also stresses the importance of knowing your dates and when your sentencing begins. She also dives into the new age of electronic documentation and how it works through the federal system. They also cover the pros and cons of electronic vs. paper and how to navigate both sides of communication. Keeping contact with your case manager is a major theme throughout the episode and emphasizes communication between parties. This episode emphasizes the importance of communication and how communicating has evolved over time.

Bruce and Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and their

Book Links: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Halfway-Confinement-Second/dp/B0H1BVHD1K

This week's episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block has Bruce and Susan pick up where they left off last episode as they continue to go over facility closures and policy changes. Additionally, a big change they bring up in the program is the education policy for those going to federal prison. They also go over different recreational changes through the first half. Susan then transitions to discussing facility lockdowns and security changes. Bruce and Susan also lay out the process of communication between inmates, potential inmates, and the facilities. This is another information-rich episode, but Bruce and Susan go over crucial changes and details. If you have further questions or would like to see certain topics covered, please reach out to our hosts!

Bruce and Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and their

Book Links: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

This week's episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block is very exciting and action-packed. Bruce and Susan get right down to business, going over the recent changes in the prison system and how these changes impact inmates and their families. They covered the facility closure memo that was recently released. During this episode, Bruce and Susan list different facilities that have shut down and will shut down, and provide context, explaining what it means for them to close down instead of giving a surface-level explanation. Halfway through the program, they explain to the viewer how to navigate the new system and the difficulties that have arisen. The episode spends most of its time dissecting the facility changes, and if you or a family member have questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to Bruce and Susan and follow their Facebook group for more updates!

Bruce and Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and their

Book Links: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

In this week's episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Susan explains how the Bureau has partnered with different outside organizations and resources, including faith-based institutions, to help inmates and their families. They also explore the original design of the First Step Act and how its design is implemented in actual situations. Susan references previous cases explored in the last episode and goes in depth about the Supreme Court decisions and how they impact the prison systems. Halfway through and to the end of the program, Bruce and Susan go over a variety of different policies, what they include, and their intended impact. To wrap things up, Bruce and Susan open up about their new and third book that goes over the FSA and Halfway housing. Be sure to get your copy and check out their previous two books!

Bruce and Susan. Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce can be reached through his cell (214) 431-2032, and their First Step Act Book: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

On this episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan go over the last month's government policies and all the behind-the-scenes changes. The first topic they cover is the new laws on identification and what changes have been made. Next, they go over camp placement, and Susan explains which inmates qualify and which do not due to their risk evaluation. To help illustrate their point, Susan shares a personal story about a case and its impact on the changes in Supreme Court rulings. An area of contention covered in this episode is how laws apply retroactively to previous sentencing. It is an information-rich episode, but Bruce and Susan go through each policy in a way that is not overwhelming for the listener.

Bruce and Susan. Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce can be reached through his cell (214) 431-2032, and their First Step Act Book: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE

In this week's episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan open the show talking about their third and new book. It is ready for purchase and covers the Second Chance Act and halfway housing. It is a very thorough yet easy-to-read guide to help inmates and families navigate the system and build self-efficacy. After spending time going over their new book, they transition to exploring a case, breaking down the steps involved in sentencing and risk assessment for an inmate. A point of emphasis during this episode is goal planning and how to redirect after they have to change their career and lifestyle. This allows Bruce to discuss his counseling background and his vocational training. Families and inmates looking for jobs, this is the episode for you. Bruce and Susan help lay out the path to reintegrate into the workforce and society.

Bruce and Susan. Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/ Bruce can be reached through his cell (214) 431-2032, and their First Step Act Book: https://a.co/d/2dWCECE