What if the stories we hide are actually the ones that heal?
Welcome to The Breaking Chains Podcast — a podcast that flips the script on incarceration by amplifying voices that refuse to be silenced.
Each episode unpacks the raw, real-life journeys of people who turned their prison sentences into purpose—proof that healing is possible, and justice can mean more than a cell.
🔥 From trials to triumph, these aren’t just comeback stories—they’re blueprints for transformation, resilience, and power.
This podcast was inspired by Breaking Chains, Building Futures—a groundbreaking new collection
Dr. Stanley Andrisse: From Prison Cells to PhD – Paving Pathways | Breaking Chains Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Stanley Andrisse—scientist, author, professor, father, husband, and founder of From Prison Cells to PhD—the very reason Breaking Chains exists.Dr. Andrisse’s journey is one of extraordinary transformation. He didn’t just walk his own path—he built a road for hundreds to follow. Through his story, we explore leadership, purpose, and the power that lives within every person, whether the world recognizes it or not.This conversation is more than inspiration—it’s a blueprint for what’s possible when education meets redemption.📖 Read more in Breaking Chains, Building Futures:👉 https://www.alibris.com/Breaking-Chains-Building-Futures-Pathways-to-Redemption-Education-and-Excellence-Stanley-Andrisse/book/56336242#SecondChances #PrisonReform #Resilience #FromPrisonCellsToPhD #ReentryMatters #BreakingChainsBuildingFutures
12 Nov 2025
Fallen: Love, Survival, and the Long Road Back | Breaking Chains Podcast
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lisa and Rachel Guirsch-Webb—partners in love, struggle, and survival. Their story, “Fallen,” explores what it means to hold on to connection and identity while incarcerated, and the long journey of rebuilding life after release.This conversation is raw, real, and full of heart. It reminds us that redemption isn’t just about second chances—it’s about the courage to keep loving, growing, and believing in something better.📖 Read more of their story in Breaking Chains, Building Futures:👉 https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Chain... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjZydUxJYklLaUttaEZianJWaV91bllIR2pKZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttUDVEWHZiUXp3TGQ3blAtM0xoRU9JdEpraGQ0VXhXNmE1Tk5CWlZzLWdibXlPNXVOYXpBVHcwMWZOblEwSUgtY2t3bVNuUm5sbW1aLUlXOFBydktUeThZM1I2bG8tX2t6RW1EazNZNXFwRHQtT0NlVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FBreaking-Chains-Building-Futures-Redemption%2Fdp%2F139432104X&v=4xAFKfbmgZg)#SecondChances (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/secondchances) #PrisonReform (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/prisonreform) #Resilience (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/resilience) #FromPrisonCellsToPhD (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fromprisoncellstophd) #ReentryMatters (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/reentrymatters) #BreakingChainsBuildingFutures (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/breakingchainsbuildingfutures)
In this episode, we sit down with Mancy Thompson, a man whose story redefines what it means to be a father, a leader, and a builder of legacy.Many men grow up without a father figure—but few find the strength to become one in spite of that loss. Mancy didn’t just break a generational cycle; he rewrote the story of manhood itself, rooted in accountability, love, and transformation.His journey reminds us that healing begins when we choose to lead with heart—and that true change starts from within.📖 Read more in Breaking Chains, Building Futures:👉 https://share.google/i7NBatajnm5dmIf8p (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbF90NDg5RWc5enV5NzB4VVRONDRPdWVkaWd5d3xBQ3Jtc0tsRUlvSUZNZUFGT21OMi1hdFg4NUs2eHZ4dENYODN5RzY5eUliMkN0Q255WDlvQ1FqaHNWYzVVRUYtcmJnX2J0bFVxRU9OM0t0ckZCMDhvbkRiNW9kdGJ2TjJZX1MtQkNSRV9xZ0RXZGY3azFnQzhpNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fshare.google%2Fi7NBatajnm5dmIf8p&v=JynGwgi753k)#SecondChances (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/secondchances) #PrisonReform (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/prisonreform) #Resilience (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/resilience) #FromPrisonCellsToPhD (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fromprisoncellstophd) #ReentryMatters (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/reentrymatters) #BreakingChainsBuildingFutures (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/breakingchainsbuildingfutures)
21 Oct 2025
From Survival to Light — A Call to Action | Breaking Chains Podcast
In this episode, we sit down with Tenaj Moody—a survivor, leader, and founder of Light 2 Life. Her journey is more than a story; it’s a force for truth, transformation, and unapologetic advocacy.Tenaj doesn’t just recount her path—she issues a call to action, challenging us to rethink resilience, reentry, and the power of second chances.🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://conta.cc/46rZEdV📖 Read more in Breaking Chains, Building Futures: https://share.google/i7NBatajnm5dmIf8p#SecondChances #PrisonReform #Resilience #FromPrisonCellsToPhD #ReentryMatters
30 Sept 2025
From Prison to Purpose: Redefining Manhood, Mindset, and Identity | Breaking Chains Podcast
What happens when the system tries to define you by your worst mistake?In this episode, we share the story of a man who spent years living under others’ expectations—until he realized he could write his own narrative. He didn’t just get out, he got focused.This is a story of identity, manhood, and resilience. It’s about finding purpose in rebuilding not only your own life, but also helping others do the same.🎧 Listen to the full episode: https://conta.cc/46rZEdV (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHpNZndVeDF1ck5DUEV1MTlDeTItOTF3ZGVnUXxBQ3Jtc0tsZ3BFQkpaNEZnb2FYbnJMYmxmVU9SUVdYUDNOVWkzSEdVVXZqX2ZDWlVtZnVrcGN2MzlueFRYeHNlbE9tYkc4Zkp3bjNiRUdxVUViMkxib21GQVdNc3hLSzZxbVRYWWtrWGhjeWdobm0xWE8xbzdjNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fconta.cc%2F46rZEdV&v=K803an7vvug)📖 Read more stories in Breaking Chains, Building Futures: https://conta.cc/4ixLNpk (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWxVdU5SSEZhZ21NVTAzM3RPcFRIX1hkcGo5QXxBQ3Jtc0trNGIwdnBoRWJKU3VwQTNYX21ielU5c0NUQk1fRjFZRXVINGtjNWRNQ0hCQzh5TkpiN0staTM2emNjdXhvU0h3anpjeTczVmhUZndkelpMaUFqRTVvb0ZFQk16V3VORlZ3SGlHbGY0QmR2Nk0zWXZuQQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fconta.cc%2F4ixLNpk&v=K803an7vvug)#SecondChances (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/secondchances) #PrisonReform (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/prisonreform) #Resilience (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/resilience) #FromPrisonCellsToPhD (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fromprisoncellstophd) #ReentryMatters (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/reentrymatters)
26 Aug 2025
✨ Redefining the Odds: Kelsie Becklin’s Journey of Tenacity | Breaking Chains Podcast
Today’s guest, Kelsie Becklin, is a mother, mentor, and scientist whose story began not with opportunity—but with stigma, struggle, and a system determined to hold her back. Instead of being written off, Kelsie rose above and redefined the odds stacked against her.
👇 Experience her journey of resilience and transformation.
🎧 Subscribe for more powerful stories of healing, hope, and second chances.
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12 Aug 2025
Rebuilding and Impact: Desiree Riley on Rebuilding Life and Community | Breaking Chains Podcast
When the system gives someone a second chance, what do they do with it? In this episode, we follow the journey of a once-incarcerated individual who went from national controversy to building a life defined by purpose, success, and service. This is not just a comeback story—it’s proof of what’s possible when transformation meets opportunity.👇 Don’t just listen—feel the journey.🎧 Subscribe for more powerful stories of healing, hope, and transformation.📖 Inspired by Breaking Chains, Building Futures – Preorder now:👉 https://conta.cc/4ixLNpk (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWFka3oyUFBiYUcyUHlQUW1BMWtCS0FIR013Z3xBQ3Jtc0tubVRTYkU1bGR4eVotOFo2WXdnSWhxTWJUQjlUVlFLZmlxS0F0WjhBQW1EWUw1WkV0MmZOcWxIazkzaEVGdjFXSFMxVi04VXQzX2lXR0w0UHUtQ1ZiS2lZWTltYTNTclVrQlpRTnRuMjJ2UHRRRmtnNA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fconta.cc%2F4ixLNpk&v=VxG-UG7163Y)#SecondChances (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/secondchances)
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28 Jul 2025
From Survival to Leadership: Brian Metcalf’s Journey of Healing and Hope | Breaking Chains Podcast
What does it truly mean to rebuild your life—and help others rebuild theirs? Brian Metcalf didn’t just survive the system; he transformed his pain into purpose and now leads others toward the light.👇 Don’t just listen—feel the journey.🎧 Subscribe for more powerful stories of healing, hope, and transformation.📖 Inspired by Breaking Chains, Building Futures – Preorder now:👉 https://www.target.com/p/breaking-cha... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1RyeGdfYlUxMmZzM3pBQnNqd0lseGhyZWhjZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsdDNTQ2J1MlM0LUZyeVlXaTllT1AxOThLSnZKRDVvQ3ZKR3NJYTl3eEo5cDNmNWlyb2QzQ0NqaEVJdFh4M2Qwcm5mUnpHSkxWVlU5dEdZajNJTnp2VWE5ZE8xNnM2bVRrQmdsMnhrek1oSlRLeWRLTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fbreaking-chains-building-futures-by-stanley-andrisse-paperback%2F-%2FA-1002878062&v=mSvgG7Mnt4Q)#BreakingChainsPodcast (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/breakingchainspodcast) #JudithNegron (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/judithnegron) #PrisonToPurpose (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/prisontopurpose) #SecondChances (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/secondchances) #JusticeReform (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/justicereform) #FromPrisonCellsToPhD (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fromprisoncellstophd) #HealingVoices (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/healingvoices) #PurposeDriven (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/purposedriven)
15 Jul 2025
Resilience and Reinvention: Judith Negron on Reclaiming her Voice | Breaking Chains Podcast
🔥 This is what resilience sounds like.
Once a respected professional with a spotless record, Judith Negron stood in a courtroom facing 35 years—and lost everything in an instant. But this is not a story of defeat. It's a story of reinvention.
Judith proves that reentry isn’t just about returning—it's about reclaiming and redefining your purpose.If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to rise from the ashes and turn pain into purpose… this episode is for you.
👇 Don’t just listen—feel the journey.
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1 Jul 2025
From Incarceration to Impact: Oswald Newbold on Reclaiming Purpose | Breaking Chains Podcast
What does it take to turn a life sentence into a life of purpose?In this powerful episode of the Breaking Chains Podcast, we sit down with Oswald Newbold—a justice-impacted leader who proves that your past doesn’t have to define your future.From confinement to community impact, Oswald’s story is raw, real, and transformational. He didn’t just survive the system—he’s rewriting it.🔥 If you’ve ever wondered what real redemption looks like… this episode is for you.👇 Don’t just listen. Feel it.🎧 Subscribe for more stories of healing, hope, and purpose.📖 Inspired by Breaking Chains, Building Futures – preorder your copy today:👉 https://conta.cc/4ixLNpk (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa09WeV9TZjQ2UGdtOWtXeC1jZm84NkdDOHJDd3xBQ3Jtc0ttMllWR3kzSFhYMmcxTFZtNHU1clVHRDNaZ3JfbV9feE5kenpPX1dQc21iZkRRTUcwQ25qb1hxd3lrU2x1WmhZeEJPSUlBNUFrR1VKWDJtTTZuUjVQOUdEUDFDY21USVBnQ3VYTlNlOVM4REk4UmpoYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fconta.cc%2F4ixLNpk&v=CILJQq7Qa8E)#BreakingChainsPodcast (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/breakingchainspodcast) #OswaldNewbold (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/oswaldnewbold) #PrisonToPurpose (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/prisontopurpose) #SecondChances (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/secondchances) #JusticeReform (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/justicereform) #FromPrisonCellsToPhD (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fromprisoncellstophd) #HealingVoices (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/healingvoices) #PurposeDriven (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/purposedriven)
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