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Yard Tales

Icy Grape

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We tell tales of the train and bus yard, the tenement yard and the prison yard. We detail close calls and chase stories. We dig into larger conversations about crossing boundaries, the other side of the tracks, borders, and forbidden space. Whether to make big life changes, to forward the artistic or professional practice, to escape peril—or just for the sheer thrill of it. With first-person storytellers including trans-disciplinary artist Lupe Maravilla, musician/producer Scott Harding ("Sc ...
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The Turn Around Podcast

Vanguard Podcast Network

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Every week an episode of “The Turn Around Podcast” is released, each one documenting the hoop journey of Bull City's own Stewart “Squirt” Holley. Squirt's raw storytelling is both a cautionary tale and a hero's journey, starting from worn park courts to polished hardwood floors where only professionals are allowed to play. The Turn Around Podcast is a true life basketball story of how a tall, skinny, Black boy from rural North Carolina became a prison yard baller, international basketball st ...
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Hard In The Paint

Aaron "Showtime" Taylor

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For 26 years, I called basketball games inside of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. No one had heard me outside of a prison yard until the Golden State Warriors came inside of San Quentin State Prison and then Coach Jackson said “I know some guys at ESPN that would be worried about their job if they heard you.”No one knew who I was until Marcus Thompson of Theathletic.com wrote about me on his visit to the prison in 2017.And no one saw me until the movie “Q Ball” w ...
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Neighborhood Church

The Neighborhood Church. Easley S.C.

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We have a community where the broken, and the misfits are loved. A place where diversity is celebrated and encouraged. We have a community where everyone is welcome, because no one is perfect, but anything is possible. We have a community where we strive not to make us famous, but strive to make Jesus famous in all that we do. We are less about a show and more about people. We are The Neighborhood Church. We meet at the Easley Cinemas behind Applebee's on Sunday mornings. - Dress Casual - Co ...
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Bible 805

Yvon Prehn

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I believe the Bible is as true and real as this palm tree in my front yard and the area code (805) I live in. In this podcast, my goal is to help you know, trust, and apply the Bible. Doing that isn't always simple or easy and the podcasts provide in-depth studies, historical background, and challenging applications, all from me, Yvon Prehn, a lay teacher and a writer for Jesus. Go to www.Bible805.com for show notes, commentary, and resource links to videos, charts, teaching resources, and p ...
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"Totalityism" is the new art movement of the 21st Century designed to give Christians a new opportunity to gain insights, unique perspective, and tools to help you become everything God created you to be. Timothy Paulson is an artist, author, and theologian who combines Art & Theology to provide you with a clear path to a next-level life of personal and business success. This podcast merges Timothy Paulson's art and theology and advances Paulson's "New Art Movement of the 21st Century" which ...
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In this episode of "Solutions from the Yard," Michael Dickerson-El, Charles Hopkins, and Dietrich Trent discuss the role of faith in prison and its impact on reintegration into society. They emphasize how faith provides a foundation and solace for many incarcerated individuals, helping them cope with their circumstances and envision a better future…
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The Solutions from the Yard podcast discusses the crucial role of SNAP benefits in aiding formerly incarcerated individuals to reintegrate into society. They highlight the financial challenges these individuals face, emphasizing that SNAP benefits can significantly ease their transition by alleviating the cost of food. The hosts argue that denying …
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Join us on "Solutions from the Yard" as we examine the systemic factors contributing to the miseducation and incarceration of our youth. Our hosts provide a thorough analysis of how historical injustices and current policies perpetuate these issues. We also discuss the importance of parental involvement and the need for community-based solutions to…
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Welcome to another episode of "Solutions from the Yard," where we discuss the miseducation of our youth and its impact on society. Join hosts Dietrich Trent, Michael Dickerson-El, and Charles Hopkins as they explore the barriers faced by underserved communities and the effects of youth incarceration. In today's discussion, we delve deep into the al…
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Join us on "Solutions from the Yard" as we explore the roles of different institutions in addressing community challenges. With guest Darren Stephenson, Sr., we critically examine the effectiveness of churches, schools, and community programs in curbing violence and supporting youth. This episode sheds light on the need for community responsibility…
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On this episode of "Solutions from the Yard," we discuss the critical issue of youth violence and its impact on our communities. Michael Dickerson-El. and Charles Hopkins are joined by youth counselor Darren Stephenson Sr., who offers his professional insights into the causes and solutions for this troubling trend. We explore the role of family, co…
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Reentry isn't just about finding a job—it's about building a life. In our latest "Solutions from the Yard" episode, Michael Dickerson-El and his co-hosts, Charles Hopkins, and Dietrich Trent discuss how they navigated their way back into society. From the importance of patience to leveraging community resources, they share essential do's and don'ts…
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Michael Dickerson-El, is joined with Charles Hopkins, and Dietrich Trent as they discuss strategies for reintegrating into society after prison. They emphasize personal responsibility, patience, and discipline. Sharing their own experiences, they highlight the need for having a flexible plan and effectively using available resources. The episode co…
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Hosts Dietrich Trent and co-hosts Charles Hopkins and Michael Dickerson-El continue their conversation with guest Alyce McFarland about her journey from trauma to triumph, building on the discussion from part 1. She emphasizes the importance of family support, education, and community in her recovery and personal growth. The podcast highlights her …
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Host Dietrich Trent is joined with co-host Charles Hopkins and Michael Dickerson-El, along with their guest Alyce McFarland, as they explore the challenges of reintegration after incarceration. Alyce shares her struggle with addiction while raising her daughter and pursuing education, emphasizing her journey of healing and transformation. She expla…
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This episode of Solutions from the Yard" addresses reentry challenges after incarceration, including housing, employment, and inadequate prison medical care. Hosts Charles Hopkins, Michael Dickerson-El, and Dietrich Trent share personal experiences on topics of health issues and highlight how discrimination and the parole system complicate reintegr…
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Join us for an insightful discussion with the participants of 'Unsilencing Their Voices.' Learn from Dietrich Trent, Charles Hopkins, Donnell Felder, and Michael Dickerson-El as they share their powerful stories of reentry and resilience. Former CSOSA Director Nancy Ware facilitates this eye-opening panel. Discover how Voices for a Second Chance (V…
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Today's episode of "Solutions from the Yard" features Darren Stephenson, Sr., who talks about his father's 50-year incarceration and the crucial role of family support in maintaining hope. Despite the challenges, Darren's unwavering support has kept his father motivated. This conversation sheds light on the often-overlooked struggles of maintaining…
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In the latest episode of "Solutions from the Yard," hosts Charles Hopkins and Michael Dickerson explore the impact of incarceration on fatherhood. Through personal anecdotes and special guest Darren Stephenson, Sr.'s story, they discuss how imprisoned fathers navigate their relationships with their children. This episode sheds light on the emotiona…
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In this episode, Michael Dickerson-El, Dietrich Trent, and Charles Hopkins discuss who is responsible for blocking vital penal code reforms and emphasize the need for citizens to hold elected officials accountable. They highlight the importance of understanding political hierarchies and laws to effectively exercise voting rights. The hosts call for…
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The Senate rejected the DC Crime Bill, which aimed to modernize the century-old criminal code and reduce mass incarceration. Listen to Michael Dickerson-El, Dietrich Trent, and Charles Hopkins discuss the influence of non-local politicians, pandemic law enforcement practices, and prison quotas. Despite strong local support, Congress retains final a…
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In this episode, Charles Hopkins and Michael Dickerson-El are joined by Charles Russell from Washington, D.C., whose sentence was overturned by President Obama in 2016. Together they discuss structural racism in the prison system, Mr. Russell’s accomplishments, and the challenges he faced upon reentry into society.…
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The episode opens with discussing job placement and workforce development programs reducing recidivism. The hosts discuss Title 7’s lack of protection for ex-offenders, how they’re unprepared for reentry, and the challenges presented to them. Discrimination is also discussed, as well as the intentionality of pushing returning citizens out into thei…
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This episode finds the gentlemen discussing job placement post-incarceration and the “stipend chase.” Michael Dickerson-El leads this conversation while the hosts discuss career training versus job programs that don’t have longevity. The positions generally offered are at or below minimum wage. The hosts discuss how these jobs can cause returning c…
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This episode discusses the DC Criminal Code and how it has not been fully updated since 1901, 123 years ago. As of 2023, the DC City Council has reviewed the DC Criminal Code and is pushing the Secure DC Omnibus update to the code through the DC legislative process as of the airing of this episode. The hosts discuss the hazards of the DC Criminal C…
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Why does it matter how historians determine what is true? (QUICK NOTE: this is a lesson that is especially good to look at the PowerPoint video of it, here is the link: https://youtu.be/gvTRyfFtujUThe Bible805 site https://www.Bible805.com, has links to all the videos of the podcasts) In the previous lesson, we talked about the importance of truth …
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On this episode the hosts, led by Charles Hopkins, discuss the culture of poverty as a newly released individual. They discuss the offshoots of poverty such as incarceration, recidivism, and disruptions to mental health. The gentlemen go on to discuss the cost of living in Washington, DC, and the difficulty returning citizens face in gaining financ…
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Before we begin, this lesson is part of a 4-part foundational series: How Truth & History confirm that we can trust the Christian Bible Though each lesson is useful on its own, all four lessons in this series go together for a complete understanding of the topic The 4 lessons in this series are: • #1 What is Truth?. . . and how historical truth rel…
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As you have read through the Bible from first to last, it’s all been about Jesus. He created a perfect world for humanity to enjoy and to walkwith Him. When they disobeyed, He promised a Redeemer. The entire Old Testament talks about this future Redeemer,the importance of salvation by faith, and how the sacrificial system was a picture of what was …
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Our study of the New Testament is about so much more than anoverview of books, or a historical tour. It is the culmination of God’s rescue plan for the people He created. The development of God’s changed, redeemed people is what we’ve been learning about. All else will fade (churches, buildings, denominations); God’s people will not. And it is thos…
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How do we act when bad things happen to us? We always have a choice—we can retaliate; we can throw a pityparty; we can blame others. Or we can trust God no matter what and try to respond in a wayHe wants us to. In what are called the “Prison Epistles” Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon we’ll look at how the Apostle Paul responded in a…
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The 5’x5’ painting titled Out of the Box (done in the "drip" style of Jackson Pollock) is helping to bring attention to a new art movement I’m developing called Totalityism. (The painting can be seen at www.PaulsonArtShow.com). The art movement is different from art movements of the past like Impressionism, Cubism, Abstract Expressionism, etc. Tota…
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The content here may seem an overly intense way to encourage you to read through the Bible in Chronological Order, which Bible805 (https://wp.me/pazrJD-OO) has a variety of ways for you to do, but we are living in a time when truth seems to have lost its connection with objective reality in the minds of manyand a simple encouragement to read throug…
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This Statue of Liberty painting, titled "Living to Breathe Free," painted by Timothy Paulson, is creating social change by drawing attention to the Totalityism art movement Paulson created by merging art and theology to help abandon attitudes and actions of prejudice. The painting draws attention to Paulson's pastor friends for how to root out raci…
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If want to make a bigger impact in 2024, this will be one of the most important podcast episodes you’ll listen to all year. I painted the picture of Totality shown in the podcast announcement and titled it “Harnessing Love” in tribute to the following quote by Teilhard de Chardin, an 18th and 19th-century French Jesuit priest, paleontologist, and a…
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Romans is one of the most significant books in the Bible because it is a complete and systematic explanation of the Christian faith. It is different than the other letters of the New Testament that were written to address specific problems in specific churches. The focus of this book was to clarify the Christian faith and our salvation—to show from…
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I painted a copy of an iconic image titled "The Problem We All Live WIth" by Norman Rockwell. You can see my copy here in the episode listing - and at www.PaulsonArtShow.com. You’ve surely seen it — Norman Rockwell’s iconic painting of Ruby Bridges, the six-year-old African-American schoolgirl escorted by four U.S. Marshals to her first day at the …
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A painting I did of Gandhi, King, and Mandela looks innocent enough. Why do you suppose it’s so dangerous? (The painting appears in the podcast episode artwork and at www.PaulsonArtShow.com.) As it turns out, the painting represents a message that some people have been persecuted and even killed over. In the new art movement of the 21st Century — c…
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The episode picks up by asking who profits from homelessness after incarceration and defining homelessness. The hosts begin to discuss the DC budget allocations for homelessness and how effective these allocations are in ceasing the problem. Discussions go further to question where the disconnect is with housing provisions in DC and reentry organiz…
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The hosts, led by Michael Dickerson-El, discuss homelessness after reentry leading to recidivism. They begin by discussing their own journeys with returning home and finding adequate housing. The concept of “criminalizing poverty/homelessness” and statistics relating to this concept are discussed as well. This episode is part 1 of 2.…
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A struggle for most of us who follow Jesus is that we know we should be better than we are. We know God called us to live lives that reflect our Savior, but far too often our lives reflect our world instead. As we learn in reading Paul's letters to the Corinthians, this struggle is nothing new. We can grow and become all God wants us to be, and the…
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As we learned in our previous lesson on Acts and Hebrews, when Paul first began preaching this new message of salvation in Jesus, he began by showing how Jesus was the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. As he moves further away from Jerusalem and begins to preach to people who aren’t as familiar with the Bible, he runs into both new questions a…
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"An Avid Art Lover Who Wants to Help Change the World Will Buy this Painting — for $1,000,000 and as a result, will help advance ‘The New Art Movement of the 21st Century’ with its mission to help root out racism through greater peace, love, and unity.” From the art studio of Timothy Paulson in Utah comes the painting featured here— titled Rise fro…
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Hebrews has a reputation for being a difficult book to understand and it is if you simply pull it out of context and without at least some knowledge of the Old Testament that it is based on, try to figure out what it is talking about. This is sad because Hebrews was intended to be a book of explanation—of how Jesus fulfilled all that was pictured i…
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What is the point of being a disciple? We certainly don't hear a lot about it in churches today with the emphasis from many pulpits is a combination of happy life promises, and moral outrage over whatever the latest conservative news channel is reporting, mixed in with pleas for money. What an extraordinary shift that is from the message of Jesus, …
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It's common to hear, even from those who seem very knowledgeable about the Christian faith and the Bible that "the Trinity is very hard to understand" or that "the Trinity is a mystery," or a similar statement. I STRONGLY disagree! Our God wants us to know Him and understand Him and I don't believe the essential doctrine of the Trinity is difficult…
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The gentlemen continue their discussion on the 13th Amendment, Prison, and Slavery by opening with the definition of chattel slavery and how it relates to the modern carceral system. The hosts also delve into the dehumanization of black people and its effects on society by detailing the Dred Scott case and its similarities to “wards of the state.” …
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A primary criticism of the New Testament is that critics say that Christians intentionally left out and/or suppressed certain writings, primarily what we call the Gnostic Gospels, and that they should be part of our New Testament and aren’t. We need to take their challenges seriously because our New Testament contains both how to be saved by faith …
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How do we know what we’re told about Jesus is true? Wasn’t the New Testament written hundreds of years after Helived? How do we know it isn’t just legends about a good teacher? And why did some books get included and others didn’t? In addition to that, from the start, John the Baptist and Jesus both talked about the importance of the Kingdom of God…
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The New Testament makes some extraordinary claims including that the long-prophesied Messiah came into the world, lived, taught, died, and rose again to offer a restored relationship to God to all who believe in Him. For claims of such importance, naturally, not everyone believed them then or now and questions like these come up: Wasn’t the New Tes…
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From the close of the Old Testament to the start of the New Testament, it is a VERY different world—so many things had changed. There is a an infographic that goes through the changes that goes with the lesson. In this lesson, we’ll go over how the changes came to be. We’ll also look at the various groups that emerged during this time, the Pharisee…
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The book of Malachi begins… with God saying, “I have alwaysloved you, but you retort, “Really? How have you loved us?” Malachi 1:2 In some ways, these brief statements sum up the entirehistory of the Old Testament. God again and again both shows and declares His love for Hispeople. And His people again and again, don’t believe Him, go their own way…
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These books were written 14‐16 years after the Jews returned to the land after their captivity. The return itself was a glorious work of God. Once in the land, there were challenges when the surrounding people tried to stop them, but God intervened there also. The Israelites had seen God conquer and give victory in much greater problems and He took…
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Though God had to punish the Children of Israel for their many sins by sending them into exile in Babylon, the punishment had a promised limit of 70 years and at the end of the 70 years, He miraculously returned them to their land. In this lesson we’ll go over the return and the leadership God used to make it possible. This is a lesson where knowin…
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This episode focuses on the 13th Amendment and its recent appearance on the voting ballot in 5 states. The podcast hosts discuss how slavery is a human issue, not just a prison issue. They delve into the nuances of the prison workforce and how it relates to the 13th Amendment, the meager pay as justification for involuntary slavery, and how prison …
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