A Second Chance: Stories of Young Offenders

About A Second Chance: Stories of Young Offenders

Welcome to A Second Chance: Stories of Young Offenders, the largest youth-led podcast dedicated to juvenile justice. Hear from former inmates who share their journeys of redemption and growth as we embrace their mindsets and experience. Through these candid interviews and awe-inspiring stories, we aim to spark hope in others striving for reintegration back into society and reduce the stigma that often surrounds juvenile delinquency. Listen now!

Publisher

Kalista Lin & Sofia Ng

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Jul 2023

Latest episode

17 May 2026

Latest episodes

31 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   17 May 2026

   Becoming a Leader

   In this episode, host Sofia Ng speaks with Kaysean and Donald, two young leaders from Avenues for Justice, New York City’s leading alternative-to-incarceration program. Through mentorship, leadership councils, and community support, both young men have transformed personal challenges into growth and purpose. You will hear how AFJ helped them build confidence, strengthen self-control, and use their voices to inspire others in their communities. Tune in!

2. 

   1 May 2026

   Challenging the Conviction

   In this episode, host Sofia Ng speaks with Anthony Baptiste, who refused to be defined by his case and sentence of 51 years to life. Armed with pure determination, he fought back—reviewing thousands of documents, filing motions, and uncovering evidence that challenged his conviction and changed the course of his life. During his time, he also became a certified paralegal and personal trainer. His story is the result of tireless legal research, hard work, and an unshakeable belief in himself. Stay tuned!

3. 

   28 Apr 2026

   The Roots of Response

   In this episode, host Sofia Ng speaks with Anthony Pierro about his vision for juvenile justice as a distinct and independent field. From his time as a chief juvenile attorney to his current national work, Pierro explains why youth justice requires specialized training, policies, and a fundamentally different approach than adult systems. He explains how focusing on the root causes of behavior—and not just the offense—can reshape outcomes for youth. Pierro outlines what it would take to build a system truly designed for young people, and why that shift is needed. Tune in!

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 48 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

71

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

60

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