💡 In This Episode
David Whitesock, founder and CEO of Commonly Well, shares his journey from a troubled youth in North Dakota to overcoming addiction and incarceration. David discusses the pivotal moments in his life, including the judge's intervention that led him to a sobriety program, the importance of mentorship, and his eventual transformation through education and the creation of the Recovery Capital Index. This tool aims to help individuals in recovery assess their strengths and weaknesses, guiding them towards a more successful reintegration into society. David emphasizes the need for systemic change in how society supports those in recovery and the importance of asking for help.

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Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
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💡 In This Episode
Augie speaks with Courtney Buchholz about her journey from a troubled past to finding purpose through employment and education. Courtney shares her experiences with addiction, the challenges of reentry into society, and the importance of education, culminating in her recent achievement of obtaining a GED. She discusses her work with the Center for Employment Opportunities (ceoworks.org), the Emerging Leadership Program, and how her lived experiences have shaped her perspective and career aspirations.

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📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here. 

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com 

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources 

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💡 In This Episode
Dr. Will Moreland, president of Moreland Training & Associates, shares his extraordinary journey from a troubled youth in Compton, California to becoming an Army veteran, global speaker, and author of over 50 books on personal development. Dr. Moreland reflects on the critical turning point when a judge gave him a second chance — one that led him to enlist in the military and change the course of his life. He dives into the role mentorship, vision, and discipline played in shaping his future, and why civility — intentionally treating others with respect — is key to reducing conflict and building stronger communities.

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📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here. 

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com 

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources 

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💡 In This Episode
In this special episode of The Path Forward Podcast, host Augie introduces Nunzio—the show’s official mascot—and shares the heart behind the podcast: to bring hope, inspiration, and real resources to those impacted by incarceration.
Augie takes listeners inside the mission of the 2nd Opportunity Program, a powerful initiative designed to support reentry through life skills training, employment readiness, and access to essential resources. He speaks candidly about the importance of mental preparation, the value of skill-building, and the courage it takes to ask for help.
Whether you're currently incarcerated, recently released, or supporting someone on their journey, this episode is a reminder that change is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.

🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward
📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here.

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources

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💡 In This Episode
Augie sits down with DeAndre Brown, whose early life was shaped by hardship and family struggles that led him down a difficult path. But behind the prison walls, DeAndre made a decision that would change everything—he transformed his mindset, took accountability, and became a model of what’s possible when purpose meets perseverance.

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📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here.

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources

✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
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💡 In This Episode
Drew Carr opens up about his early life and the road that led him to incarceration. With honesty and humility, Drew shares how self-reflection became a turning point during his time inside. He also dives into his journey into the trucking industry—shedding light on the path to becoming an owner operator, the sacrifices it requires, and the freedom it can offer. 

🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward

📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here.

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources

✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: 2ndopp.com/success-stories

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💡 In This Episode
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kenny Hunter, whose story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of education behind the wall. Raised in a close-knit, faith-filled home in Virginia, Kenny's life took a sharp turn when he left home and turned to selling drugs as a means of survival. That decision led to a 23-year sentence. While incarcerated, Kenny made a life-changing decision: to pursue education as his way forward. Through books, learning, and self-reflection, he not only transformed his mindset but became a passionate advocate for educational access in prison. This episode is a call to action for those still inside—use your time wisely, invest in yourself, and believe that your future is worth fighting for.

🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward

📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here.

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources

✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: 2ndopp.com/success-stories

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💡 In This Episode
Everyone deserves a second chance, and this conversation with Tamara Springs, a training manager at Center for Employment Opportunities, is a powerful reminder that with the right mindset and resources, rebuilding a successful life after incarceration is possible. Tune in for inspiration, practical advice, and a roadmap to opportunity! Visit ceoworks.org to learn more about of the Center for Employment Opportunities' reentry services.
 
🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward

📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here.

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources

✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: 2ndopp.com/success-stories

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💡 In This Episode
James White III, a prosecutor in the largest county in Georgia, shares his incredible journey from a challenging upbringing in a low socioeconomic environment to becoming a lawyer. James discusses his early life, the choices that led to his incarceration, and how he transformed his life through education and mentorship.

🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward

📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here.

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources

✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: 2ndopp.com/success-stories

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💡 In This Episode
Augie speaks with Ruth Mercy, who shares her inspiring journey of working with incarcerated individuals through the Deep Heart performance group. Ruth discusses her early life, her passion for the outdoors, and how she found her calling in prison outreach. She recounts her life-changing accident during a hiking trip, which led to a miraculous rescue and a deeper commitment to her mission. Ruth emphasizes the importance of hope, kindness, and resilience, encouraging those on the inside to recognize their worth and potential for growth. Contact Ruth at [email protected] or learn more at deepheartevents.com.

🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward

📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it here.

🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward 
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration. 
➡️ Enroll today: courses.2ndopp.com

🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too. 
➡️ Access our family resources: 2ndopp.com/resources

✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: 2ndopp.com/success-stories

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