ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is production of Colorado Radio for Justice. It's a show about doing time... getting out... and where we go from here. In prison slang, "one day and a wake-up" means you're almost free: just one more day before you walk out the gate. On this show, we walk out the gates together, hearing real stories from those who’ve lived it, exploring struggles, hopes, and the road to redemption. www.radioforjustice.org
Fair-chance employment advocate Rick Dryer discusses his experiences navigating the criminal-legal system while incarcerated and how he now assists others, in an interview with host Herbert Alexander.
16 Jun 2025
Trevor Jones: CrossFit & Second Chances
Trevor Jones details his life sentence, subsequent release after 21 years, and reentry challenges, highlighting how CrossFit and community support his positive outlook in an interview with Herbert Alexander.
12 Jun 2025
Cullen Barnes: Learning to Live Outside Prison
Cullen Barnes recounts his experiences in the Colorado Department of Corrections Juveniles Convicted As Adults Program and the difficulties of reintegrating into society in an interview with Herbert Alexander.
2 Jun 2025
Emmitt Compito: Sentenced to 84 Years
Emmitt Compito recounts his experiences after receiving an 84-year prison sentence in Colorado and how a service dog aided his reentry, in an interview with Herbert Alexander.
20 May 2025
Tiffany McCoy: Sticking to the Long Game
Host Herbert Alexander talks with Colorado Radio for Justice producer Tiffany McCoy, who recently transitioned from a 16-year prison sentence to life at Project Elevate halfway house in Denver. Tiffany shares about her challenges navigating new technology, old family dynamics, and reconnecting with her 16-year-old daughter. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org (http://www.radioforjustice.org/)
12 May 2025
Sean Mueller: From Cell to Scholar
In a special episode recorded at the University of Colorado-Denver Department of Communications, Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander sit down with Sean Mueller, who served 14 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections followed by 6 months in Community Corrections (aka a halfway house). Sean articulates the impact education has had during and after his prison journey, including his experiences in the CU Strategic Communication program. Our hosts reflect back to Sean their own experiences of community-building people and programs that change the trajectory for those inside prison and on their way out the gate.
6 May 2025
Seth Ready: From 'Another Number' to Another Life
Herbert Alexander from the Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ) team interviews our own Seth Ready, who shares his journey of incarceration over an 18-year period in Colorado, his struggles with addiction, and his one days and wake-ups. (Spoiler: there's more than one.) The conversation highlights the power of a positive mindset and of finding meaningful work. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org
28 Apr 2025
Pam Clifton: Harnessing Hope
ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Seth Ready is joined by Pam Clifton, who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to becoming a leader in criminal legal reform and reuniting with her children. She opens up about monumental challenges she faced in prison — including the preventable stillbirth of her daughter — and how those experiences motivated her to fight for legislative change to protect others. www.radioforjustice.org
21 Apr 2025
Demone Smith: Resilience After Release
ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Herbert Alexander sits down with Demone Smith to discuss Demone's experiences during his final days in prison and his subsequent success in readjusting to life outside. Demone shares insights on his 7-plus-year incarceration, his unexpected early release to a halfway house, and the challenges he faced reintegrating into society. The conversation also explores the psychological impacts of prison, the challenges that lead to recidivism, and practical advice for others transitioning from incarceration to freedom. www.radioforjustice.org
00:00 Welcome
01:14 Demone's Experience in Prison
01:58 Preparing for Release
05:23 First Days at the Halfway House
06:44 Finding Employment
08:10 Adjusting to Life Outside
12:57 Reflections and Memories
14:31 Advice for Life After Prison
15:03 Challenges and Support Systems
16:14 Avoiding Distractions
17:01 Social Media
17:41 Finding Hobbies and Staying Focused
18:53 The Importance of Discipline
20:10 Mental Preparation for Release
21:50 Overcoming Post-Prison Challenges
27:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell
18 Apr 2025
Kyle Giddings: From Addiction to Advocacy
ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. In this episode, Kyle Giddings of Denver shares his journey from teen substance abuse, through incarceration, to becoming a fervent advocate for voting rights for the incarcerated and formerly incarcerated communities, in his work as Deputy Director at the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition. He shares with hosts Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander about a pivotal moment during his time at the Intervention Community Corrections Services (ICCS) halfway house in Lakewood. Kyle discusses the importance of community support, the need for systemic change, and the impact of Senate Bill 72, which expanded voting access in Colorado jails. www.radioforjustice.org
2 Apr 2025
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