UP TO THE MINUTE is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, join hosts Tiffany McCoy and Ryan Conarro as they introduce their team of system-impacted hosts who have experienced incarceration. Together, they engage in dialogue with featured guests and contributors for "Up to the Minute," the staff of the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition (CCJRC), who share vivid snapshots of their varied personal journeys into this work. Hosts and guests together set the stage weekly updates about the latest news, reforms, and impactful stories in the criminal-legal system in Colorado and beyond. www.radioforjustice.org

00:00 Introduction and CRJ Hosts' Backgrounds

01:52 What is 'Up to the Minute'?

02:31 Meet the Team

08:20 The journey from Colorado Prison Radio to CRJ

10:10 Meet the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition (CCJRC)

11:07 CCJRC Staff Introductions

15:23 Perspectives from Christie Donner and CCJRC's Mission

21:16 Current Concerns in Criminal Justice Reform

23:55 The Value of 'Up to the Minute'

25:55 Final Reflections from CRJ and CCJRC