Parables from the Projects

In this episode, Mia dreams BIG.

Also, Gordy speaks about second chances - which he has had 70 times over. He speaks on the unusual events that led him to go to SHOCK, a program/bootcamp that was given to him as a first-time felon as an alternative to a long prison sentence.

See how this program leads him from being an aggravating adolescent to a more mature man.

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In this episode, Mia celebrates another year around the sun and

Gordy talks about the impact the Group Home made on his life and decision making. See the lessons he learns and check out the parables he shares from this critical time in his youth.

Mia also shouts out her favorite human (tied with her dad).

This week's music is "Grow Up" and "Let's Get It" by Paul Gee (@paultgeetv)- now available along with more hits from him on iTunes and Spotify!

In this episode, Gordy and Mia get real with each other. They are both a work in progress and they share decision-making processes, storytelling preferences, and of course, more about 'back in the day.' As promised, Gordy explains how Flatbush took him from amateur to professional in the pickpocketing world.

Music by 'Fats The Man' - download his songs on iTunes!

In this episode, Gordy talks about getting on a plane for the first time in over a decade, and where his criminal career began. Mia talks about her weekend plans and also remembers growing up in Pink Houses herself.

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In this episode we hear Mia and Gordy decide on music, Gordy talks about growing up in the 70s and this week's parable is 'Kick the Nightstand.'

The nightstand represents mistakes in our life and the kick represents us addressing them head on (literally). We all make mistakes, but instead of just beating ourself up, we need to address (kick) the mistake, look for the lesson in it, and move on.

In this edition of Parables from the Projects, Mia and Gordy introduce the series. They give their backstory as to why they started the podcast and why they believe their story can offer hope to anyone who is not feeling inspired or like they can ever get out of where they are; physically, emotionally, or spiritually.