Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around The Block

On this episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan explore the system of RDAP and answer a fan's question. They explain halfway housing and specify receiving time credits for their sentence. This diverges into how laws are created, how things can be overly complex, and how the process of Congress needs improvement. One area Susan seeks to clarify is trauma and patch evolutions that inmates take, and these can influence certain aspects of their time and location requirements. This episode dives into how system elements can be improved while explaining how people can navigate it to help secure time credits.

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On this episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan begin by reviewing some of the topics from the previous episode and answering questions from the fans on YouTube. If you have any questions about an earlier episode, feel free to send questions to be answered on the show. After answering the fan questions, Bruce and Susan transition and discuss substance use cases and how they impact RDAP and federal time credits. FSA versus RDAP early release programs were detailed. This portion has a lot of information, but Susan goes through it step by step, and it is also explained in the book, specifically in chapter 6. Towards the midway point, Bruce shares a story about an inmate and discusses his journey.

Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/

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On this episode of Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block, Bruce and Susan explore the topics of the First Step Act and the Second Chance Act. Bruce opens the floor to Susan so she can help explain the differences and clear up any confusion. This goes on for most of the show, but it is extensive and transparent on how the system is set up. Different court cases are brought up, and Bruce goes over how each case is different and unique. Susan explains how getting at least a GED will help them get the time credits and move them through faster. Towards the end, Bruce and Susan explain how the process is overly complicated and could be improved to benefit inmates and their families more. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!

Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/

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https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Time-Credits-Attorneys/dp/B0D7RT3SMN

This is the first episode of the new show "Federal Prison Authority Presents: Around the Block." The two hosts are returning host Bruce Cameron and previous guest Susan Giddings. Both open the episode discussing the paths they have taken to reach their point in their present-day federal Prisons career. Susan expands upon her time in Washington D.C. and how that has helped her in her work in Texas and in understanding the system. As the episode progresses, Bruce and Susan discuss halfway house placements and how inmates gain time credit for their sentences. A key point in the episode is the process of understanding the time it takes to get time off and be released. While it is possible and the system works, it doesn't happen overnight. It is still a new law that was established in 2018.

A very informative first episode and is beneficial.

Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/

Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and https://conciergecoach.net/

Their book can be bought here:

https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Time-Credits-Attorneys/dp/B0D7RT3SMN

This episode of the Concierge Coaches Show features Bruce and special guest Brent Elam. Brent is a life coach; he is originally from California and, in 2006, moved to Texas and eventually started his coaching practice. Brent had a journey of addiction transformed into sobriety and uses his experience to help those he coaches go through their own transformation. Much of the discussion between Bruce and Brent surrounds what coaches do with their clients and the most effective techniques and lifestyles that help clients achieve the goals they have laid out. Brent provides an accurate and honest take on coaching as well as life. This is a great listen for those who want to know more about life and sober coaching.

Brent can be reached through email at [email protected] or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesalvagedshow/

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This episode of the Concierge Coaches Show features Bruce and returning guest Drew Taunton. Drew is a Certified Life Coach who has worked with Bruce for almost 3 years. Drew returns to share his progress since his last check-in and aims to share his insights into what he learned in 2024. Bruce and Drew dive deep into his coaching career and Drew’s first semester at Dallas Baptist University. The duo has done several presentations together on coaching and counseling and looks to continue this trend going into 2025. This is an excellent episode as it shows Drew's journey and growth. It is hopefully inspiring to young professionals pursuing their careers and dreams.

Drew can be reached personally through his email: [email protected], Phone: 817-980-1886, and online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-taunton-ba-clc-320011224/

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This episode of the Concierge Coaches Show features Bruce and returning guest Susan Giddings. She and Bruce are prison consultants and have written a book titled "Unlocking Federal Time Credits: A Guide for Attorneys, Inmates, and Families", about the federal prison system. Immediately Susan and Bruce go over the new prison system's decision to deactivate prison camps. Susan helps explain in detail how this will affect the system and the inmates in 2025. Major locations they discuss are Montgomery, Alabama, and Pensacola, Florida, and how these new laws impact these bases. About halfway through the program, Bruce brings up President Biden's decision to give clemency to certain inmates. However, this is not the same as a pardon, Susan goes into detail how these are different from each other. The First Step Act is also discussed, and Susan and Bruce explain how the time for those under the First Step Act are treated slightly differently than those who aren't. This is a very thorough episode about the prison system, and for those who have families in need of help or just need a greater understanding, then this episode is for you.

Their book "Unlocking Federal Time Credits: A Guide for Attorneys, Inmates, and Families", can be bought here: https://www.amazon.com/Unlocking-Federal-Time-Credits-Attorneys/dp/B0D7RT3SMN

Dr. Susan Giddings can be found on their shared website https://federalprisonauthority.com/who-we-are/

Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and https://conciergecoach.net/

This week on the Concierge Coaches Show, Wayne has a special guest, Dave Bryant, who authored the books "The Confessions of a Door-to-Door Salesman" and "Welcome to Success." Wayne and Dave discuss the importance of growth and having impactful mentors and leaders to invest in. Dave shares his story about rising sales and how he started at ten and soon began working at a profitable company. He explains how his ego began inflating, and he had to face himself and pursue humility. He shares that turning the focus from him to other people helped him embrace authentic leadership. Close to the halfway point Wayne asks Dave what inspired him to write his books, Dave then spends several minutes exploring his mindset that helped him write his story. This is a very informative episode for salesmen for learning traits of an effective leader, we hope to have Dave on again soon.

Dave can be reached through his email: [email protected]

His book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Door-Salesman-Bruce-Bryant/dp/B0DG6JZT3G

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This episode of the Concierge Coaches Show features Bruce and Wayne catching up and discussing various topics. Bruce talks about his work in counseling and coaching; he also mentions that his oldest son is following in his footsteps by being in the mental health field, after talking about their work Bruce and Wayne transition to discussing this year's election between Trump and Harris. They give their reasons for believing one of the candidates will win and help the country. Wayne urges everyone to go out and vote regardless of party and to use our rights. Wayne leaves close to the end of the program, but Bruce talks about his book and his work with his offending clients. He spends the last 10 minutes discussing several topics and tells viewers where to get more LAtalk radio content with Bruce and Wayne.

Both hosts can be contacted:

Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and https://conciergecoach.net/

Wayne, via email at [email protected]

This episode of the Concierge Coaches Show Bruce and Wayne has special guest Anthony Burokas. He is a re-appearing guest and, along with Bruce, has experience with radios and online communications. Anthony shares how they could use their radios to help someone hurt at a festival. It shows how radios are effective in real life and are not just hobbies. He also goes over how cross-country communication is extremely helpful when power and cell service go down in an area. Later in the episode, Wayne asks Anthony what got him into the radio hobby and how long he has stuck with it. A point is how radios can be used for campus safety at different colleges. They also explain how radios are cost-effective and can communicate faster. This is a great in-depth episode about how radios are used today and how they are a great way of communication, even in a world with iPhones.

Anthony can be found on his website https://stream4.us/. More info on ham radios can be found at http://arrl.org/

Bruce through his cell (214) 431-2032 and https://conciergecoach.net/

Wayne, through email at [email protected]