Tune in this week as previously incarcerated JoyBelle Phelan talks about going back into prisons across Colorado, and creating writing centers through the work of Unbound Authors. These centers allow inmates the opportunity to grow their writing skills and have their content shared with volunteers from the outside for feedback.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Unbound Authors - www.unboundauthors.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

This week, Laurie Lazar of The Realness Project joins CRJ's Seth Ready and Remerg Director Carol Peeples to talk about the work her team is doing inside some of Colorado's prisons. She explains the A.R.T. of communication and how it helps people connect.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

The Realness Project - www.realnessproject.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

This week, enjoy a special episode of Hotlines! CRJ’s Herbert Alexander attended the 16th annual Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition’s “Voices For Justice” Fundraiser and Award Ceremony. Listen in, as Herb Lex talks with attendees of the event, including CCJRC staffers, some previously incarcerated friends, award winner Jamie Ray, and much more!

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition - www.ccjrc.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

“Turning Bars Into Ladders”...That’s the motto at REshape Minds. Listen in as Founder Jamie Williams discusses the work that REshape is doing to combat recidivism in Colorado. She explains to CRJs Seth Ready and Remerg Director Carol Peeples how poetry has helped guide her journey. And make sure you listen to the episode in its entirety, as there just may be a bonus track!!

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

REshape Minds - www.reshapeminds.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

The Reentry Initiative Executive Director Emily Kleeman, alongside Deputy Director Anita Lewis, talk about the work they are doing in the City of Longmont. Hear about Founder Deborah Simmons’ vision for TRI, and how they are continuing this work since Debs' unfortunate passing last year.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

The Reentry Initiative - www.reentryinitiative.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

Eddie and Bob Woolford, of the Community Outreach Service Center, talk about their over 30 years of experience in the Colorado Re-entry world. Listen in to hear where they started, and where they are now!

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

Community Outreach Service Center - www.coscdenver.org
Remerg - www.remerg.com

Cheryl Polan is the founder of The Rock Found, a faith-based reentry organization that helps justice involved individuals seeking restoration and purpose. The Rock Found assists with job skills training, employment, transportation, and housing through individualized case management, and they work in partnership with The Latino Coalition for Community Leadership.

Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

The Rock Found - https://www.therockfound.org/
Remerg - www.remerg.com

My Father’s House Founder and CEO Jim Blum, alongside Director Ken Kavanaugh, shares the mission of My Father’s House: to provide transitional housing, job placement assistance, life-skills training, and a supportive community for men getting out of prison. Hotlines is hosted by CRJ’s Seth Ready and Remerg Executive Director Carol Peeples, and is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

My Father's House - https://myfathershousedenver.org/
Remerg - www.remerg.com

The Reciprocity Collective serves unhoused people in Colorado, including those impacted by the criminal-legal system. Staffer Mary Putman articulates how the Collective metaphorically wraps their arms around people in need, and supports them in finding the support they need.

Hotlines is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

The Reciprocity Collective - https://www.thereciprocitycollective.org/
Remerg - www.remerg.com

Dr. Stephen Hartnett, Director of the University of Colorado-Denver Prison Education Program (PEP), joins CRJ's Seth Ready and Remerg's Carol Peeples in the CRJ studio, along with Sean Mueller, a previously incarcerated student of PEP. They discuss how PEP is creating a culture shift in Colorado prisons, and they articulate how their fight to end mass incarceration begins with the mindset that knowledge is power.

Hotlines is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). www.radioforjustice.org

Sites & resources mentioned in this episode include:

University of Colorado-Denver Prison Education Program - https://clas.ucdenver.edu/communication/cu-denver-prison-education-program
Remerg - www.remerg.com