Host and Founder of The Fortune Society welcomes Bruce Bryan, a criminal legal reform strategist, author, and mentor who was wrongfully incarcerated for 29 years and granted clemency in 2022. Together, David and Bruce discuss the current state of reentry and the realities and challenges of returning home.

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The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

In this episode, David Rothenberg spoke with Clifford Rice and Deshawn Kenner about aging in prison. Both Clifford and Deshawn spent many years incarcerated, and this time offered them an opportunity for self-reflection and personal growth. Together, they reflected on their progress after incarceration.

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

Host David Rothenberg spoke with Tiffany Vulcain and Lymus Rivera to discuss their experiences as parents involved in the criminal legal system. They reflected on their relationships with their children upon being released from prison, the challenges parents face coming home, and reentry resources for parents and their children.

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

In this episode, David Rothenberg is joined by Rahsaan Thomas, Founder and Co-Director of the San Quentin Film Festival. They talk about how the festival began, and the importance of sharing stories about and created by people who are system-impacted. 

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

Host David Rothenberg spoke with Tony Lesane and Jose De La Cruz about the incredible value of the NEST at The Fortune Society, a peer recovery center that offers a safe space and welcoming community for participants, as well as weekly groups that encourage important discussions about recovery and healing. Many people who utilize the NEST’s services find emotional support and understanding from others who can relate to their experiences.  

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

David Rothenberg discusses incarcerated and reentry law with Fortune's Chief Legal Officer Michele Weinstat and Senior Director of Compliance Jeffrey Wertkin. The cover the process of lawyer reinstatement, their roles at Fortune for those returning home from incarceration and the support Fortune offers.

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

In the podcast, David Rothenberg explores the challenges of re-entering society, focusing on the impact on families of the incarcerated, with guests Barbara Allen and Ervin "Easy" Hunt. Barbara and Easy share their own experiences, stressing the significance of maintaining family connections during incarceration and how support is crucial to a smoother transition for those re-entering society.

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

Host and Founder of The Fortune Society joins Dr. Elizabeth Christy, Associate Vice President of the Better Living Center, and Eugene King, a Fortune participant, to talk about the experience of navigating mental health concerns during incarceration and reentry.

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

The Fortune Society’s President and CEO, Stanley Richards, sat down with Founder, David Rothenberg, to reflect on Stanley’s life leading up to his incarceration and his journey of reentry. They talk about Stanley’s time incarcerated, his work in reentry services, and the people who inspired him to make a change. 

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler

Host and Founder of The Fortune Society, David Rothenberg, had a powerful conversation with Jeff Deskovic and Eliseo DeLeon about their exonerations. Both individuals bravely share their stories of wrongful conviction, their time in prison, and their lives since returning home.  

Support the show

Support the show

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios. 

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty 

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler