Life After Prison

Steve Gallant was serving a life sentence for murder when he made headlines for tackling a terrorist on London Bridge. In part one of their conversation with Steve, Zak and Jules hear all about the events that happened on that dramatic day on London Bridge in 2019, and how it led to Steve receiving the Queen’s gallantry medal for bravery. They also ask Steve how he dealt with receiving a life sentence, and what he learnt from doing such a long stretch in prison.  This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: The Howard League For Penal Reform  https://howardleague.org/ Own Merit CIC https://ownmerit.org/ The Shannon Trust https://www.shannontrust.org.uk/ Read Easy https://readeasy.org.uk/ This season we want to hear what you think about Life After Prison, by completing this short survey https://forms.gle/de9a94MM3i3sujmC8 The feedback we collect from you guys, the Life After Prison community will help us to make Life After Prison the best that it can be for everyone.  It should take around 5 minutes to complete and your responses will be stored anonymously, and only used for the purposes that we've outlined.  We really appreciate you taking the time to complete this survey. Thank you!! Contact us: If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us. 💬 DM us: @afterprisonpod on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok 📧 Email us: podcasts@prison.radio ✉️ Write to us: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF 🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life After Prison is a brand new podcast for anyone who has spent time in prison, or who has been affected by the criminal justice system. Presented by Zak and Jules it features inspiring stories from people who've been inside, plus guidance and support for you if you've recently been released. Follow us at @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X and @lifeafterprisonpod on TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Complete our 2025 Survey - https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7Every year we ask the Life After Prison audience to complete a short survey. The answers that you provide help us to understand what is working well and what we can improve.This week on Life After Prison is the third episode of our brand new mini series!In this third episode, Jules speaks to Dr Graham Durcan. Graham is a researcher with a background as a psychiatric nurse who has spent years working in and around prisons. He’s seen first-hand the challenges of supporting people inside, and what happens when people don’t get the help they need. In this conversation they explore what the biggest mental health challenges that people face in prison, what barriers there are to getting support. As well as what would need to change if we were serious about making rehabilitation workThis podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful Organisations:Spark2Life (London) – Offers mentoring and workshops to help young people and adults make positive life changes, often led by individuals with lived experience of the criminal justice system. https://www.spark2life.co.uk/ Working Chance (London) – They help women secure sustainable employment by offering workshops, career coaching, and job placement services, aiming to challenge stigma and foster inclusion. http://www.workingchance.orgContact us:If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Complete our Survey - https://forms.gle/smJxoWJhr66qKG4Q7This week on Life After Prison is the second episode of our brand new mini series!In this second episode, Jules speaks to Occupational Therapist Jenny Okolo. Jenny works with people in prisons and in the community, and her focus is on how daily routines, purposeful activities, and understanding neurodiversity can all play a role in rehabilitation. In this conversation they explore what daily life inside does to someone's sense of self, how activity and structure help people rebuild and what needs to change if rehabilitation is really the goal.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Kenny Imafidon - https://youtu.be/qhqYDtndgL4Jacob Dunne - https://youtu.be/Arue_f9_4CcTony Olanipekun - https://youtu.be/uReUvaobmH0Darren Murinas' Episode - https://youtu.be/pD5_BwQnN-UContact us:If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Life After Prison is the first episode of our brand new mini series!In this first episode, Jules speaks to Roland Karthaus. He’s an architect who’s looked a lot at prison design, and he’s interested in how the way prisons are built can either support rehabilitation or get in the way. She asks him about the role of rehabilitation in prison design, the cost of building new prisons versus investing in people, and what would need to change if rehabilitation really was the priority.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:Prison Reform Trust - The Prison Reform Trust works to make the UK’s prison system fairer, more humane, and more effective — reducing unnecessary imprisonment and improving conditions for people inside and their families.https://prisonreformtrust.org.uk/Howard League - The Howard League campaigns for less crime, safer communities, and fewer people in prison — promoting justice, rehabilitation, and second chances for everyone.https://howardleague.org/Frank’s episode - https://youtu.be/6dgNgfgKwQ0Tony’s episode - https://youtu.be/uReUvaobmH0Joel’s episode - https://youtu.be/kLW-71YjSN4Sobanan’s episode - https://youtu.be/kr7uO_zAPF8Contact us:If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s episode is a little different — it’s our wrap-up for the main series. Over the last few weeks, we’ve spoken to so many incredible people who’ve opened up about their lives, their time inside, and what happened next. We’ve heard stories of resilience, moments that really shook us, and insights that challenged how we think about the system. In this episode, we’re looking back at those conversations — what’s stayed with us, what we’ve learned, and the bigger themes that connect them all. We also share what’s coming next — including the mini-series we’ve been working on that will take an even deeper look at prison, the system, and its future. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:Working Chance (London) - Helps women with convictions into employment, offering career coaching, skills training, and support for those exploring self-employment or entrepreneurship.  https://workingchance.org/  The forward Trust - Works across prisons and communities to support people overcoming addiction, offending, homelessness, and barriers to employment. https://www.forwardtrust.org.uk/  Mind (UK-wide) – Provides support and advice for anyone experiencing a mental health problem.  https://www.mind.org.uk/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore what it’s really like coming out of prison and adjusting to life on the outside – especially for parents trying to reconnect with their children. Our guests, Faye and Toni, met while in prison and have supported each other ever since. They share their experiences of parenting after prison, navigating stigma and judgment, managing the challenges of life on tag, and how supportive friendships can make all the difference during reentry and transition. If you’re preparing for release or supporting someone coming home, this episode is full of honest insights and practical advice.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful OrganisationsSpurgeons – Focus on building healthy parent-child relationships, easing the emotional, social, and financial pressures of prison life. By supporting the whole family, they help reduce reoffending, strengthen bonds, and build resilience for the future.https://spurgeons.org/ Nepacs (North West) – Work with families, young people and children affected by the criminal justice or care systems.https://www.nepacs.co.uk/ Storybook Dads and Storybook Mums – UK prison programmes that help parents in prison stay connected with their children by recording bedtime stories and sending them home. https://www.storybookdads.org.uk/Children Heard & Seen – They offer tailored one-on-one support from trained practitioners, assistance for parents/carers, peer support groups for both children and carers, engaging online activities, fun-filled activity days and residentials, as well as practical support such as legal advice and guidance on financial well-being.https://childrenheardandseen.co.uk/Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when both of your parents go to prison during your teenage years? Thousands of children experience this every year, but it’s something that’s rarely spoken about. In this episode, Natasha Harris shares her story of growing up with both parents in prison at 15 – the lack of communication, the stigma, and the lasting impact it had on her life. She also talks about why she’s now using her voice to raise awareness for children of prisoners.We’re also joined by Sarah Burrows, founder of Children Heard and Seen, a charity dedicated to supporting children and families affected by parental imprisonment. Together, they explore the hidden struggles of these children and what needs to change to make sure they’re no longer overlooked.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations: Children Heard & Seen – They offer tailored one-on-one support from trained practitioners, assistance for parents/carers, peer support groups for both children and carers, engaging online activities, fun-filled activity days and residentials, as well as practical support such as legal advice and guidance on financial well-being.https://childrenheardandseen.co.uk/Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Life After Prison, we speak with Dr Kenny Imafidon – entrepreneur, author, and criminal justice advocate from Peckham, London. At 18, Kenny was on remand facing joint enterprise charges and became the first person in the UK to complete A-levels in prison. After being acquitted, he wrote the influential Kenny Report and co-founded ClearView Research to amplify unheard voices. He is also the author of That Peckham Boy and has been recognised with an MBE, an honorary doctorate, and listed in Forbes 30 Under 30.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. JENGbA (Joint Enterprise: Not Guilty by Association) – Grassroots campaign fighting unjust convictions under joint enterprise. https://jengba.co.uk/ Spark Inside – Runs life coaching programmes in prisons to help young people unlock their potential. https://www.sparkinside.org/ Spark2Life – Committed to preventing youth offending and promoting emotional wellbeing in children and young adults (11–30 years old), particularly those facing exclusion, exploitation, or criminal justice involvement.https://www.spark2life.co.uk/The forward Trust – Works across prisons and communities to support people overcoming addiction, offending, homelessness, and barriers to employment. https://www.forwardtrust.org.uk/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You might remember today’s guest from way back in Series 1 – back then, he shared how music and therapy helped him rebuild his life after prison and launch a youth music charity. Since then, so much has changed. Anthony Olanipekun (aka Tony Supreme), stepped back from being a CEO after hitting burnout, focused on his mental health and sobriety, got married, and built new businesses — including Soul Surge Wellness, supporting young people and men in prison. Now, he’s teaming up with National Prison Radio on a brand-new show, Cellmate to CEO. In this conversation, we get into burnout, healing, growth, and what it really takes to build a balanced, purpose-driven life after prison. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:  The Kings Trust Enterprise Program - Offers business training, mentoring, and start-up support for young people aged 18–30, including those with criminal records. https://www.kingstrust.org.uk/how-we-can-help/support-starting-businessEnterprise Exchange (Brighton) - Trains and mentor people with convictions to become successful entrepreneurs. Not only Providing business support, but also helping to build the confidence and self esteem Working Chance (London) - Helps women with convictions into employment, offering career coaching, skills training, and support for those exploring self-employment or entrepreneurship. https://workingchance.org/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s guest is Isaiah James – also known as Resilient Lion. He spent years in and out of prison, starting from the age of 15, and was deep in gang life — thinking that was the only path available to him. But during his last sentence, something shifted. He found faith, got serious about fitness, and started focusing on self-development to change his life. Since coming out, he’s launched Freedom Through Fitness, spoken and done workshops in prisons, and recently ran around every single prison in London to celebrate breaking the cycle of re-offending. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:  Untapped - Combine fitness coaching with entrepreneurship training for disadvantaged and justice-involved young people.  https://www.fitforlifeyouth.co.uk/  XO Bikes (London) - Trains and employ ex-offenders as bicycle mechanics, providing prison-based training and post-release work opportunities to reduce reoffending and support community reintegration. https://xobikes.com/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Life After Prison, we’ve got Margs, Beanos, and Loons from the No Behaviour podcast joining us. These three keep it real with honest, no-filter chats about life on the streets of London — and they’ve all been to prison themselves. It’s actually the most guests we’ve ever had in the studio at once, so it's gonna be a lot of energy! This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:  The Big House Theatre Company – Work with at risk youth, offering theatre and media training, whilst helping participants develop confidence and storytelling skills  https://thebighouse.uk.com/  Stretch Charity – Work people affected by the criminal justice system, delivering hands-on projects in digital storytelling, filmmaking, photography, and creative writing, helping individuals tell their own stories in powerful ways. https://stretch-charity.org/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Life After Prison, we are joined by Lisa Newman – an addiction recovery coach and founder of Recalibrate Recovery Services. Drawing on her own lived experience of addiction, prison, and recovery, Lisa now supports others through one-to-one coaching, sober companionship, breathwork, and holistic wellbeing practices. She blends Eastern and Western approaches to help people rebuild their lives, and she’s passionate about breaking the stigma around addiction, relapse, and what recovery really looks like.This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:  The Prison Phoenix Trust - Supports prisoners and prison staff through the practice of yoga and meditation, helping to foster calm, resilience, and personal transformation within the criminal justice system.  https://www.theppt.org.uk/  The Forward Trust – Offer substance misuse and mental health services to people in and leaving prison. As well as integrating wellness tools such as therapy, peer support, and education.  https://www.forwardtrust.org.uk/  The Shannon Trust - Helps people in prison and after release to improve reading and communication skills through peer-led learning. https://www.shannontrust.org.uk/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week in the Life After Prison studio Zak & Jules are joined by Frankie Stedman. Frankie was involved in a major drug conspiracy that led to a nine-year sentence—but since coming out, he’s turned things around. He now runs his own scaffolding business and goes into schools to share his story and help young people make better choices. Frank is also incredibly walking 200 MILES, from our HMP Styal HQ to our HMP Brixton HQ, to raise money for our charity and raise awareness of the power of National Prison Radio.If you want to learn more and donate, click the link below!https://www.justgiving.com/page/200-mile-walk?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CLThis podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:   The Wise Group (NE and NW) Personal wellbeing – Comprehensive support for individuals serving sentences and community-based justice work, focusing on mentoring, skills training, and job placements. (can ask to be referred to them if you’re on probation in these areas)  https://www.thewisegroup.co.uk/  Disclosure toolkit, by Offploy - A toolkit combining precise legal guidance, personalised letter drafting, and trusted resources, to confidently handle disclosure.  https://www.disclosuretoolkit.org/ Unlock – a charity offering peer‑run helpline, information, advice, and advocacy for people with criminal records navigating employment, disclosure, and discrimination. https://unlock.org.uk/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Life After Prison couch, Zak & Jules are joined by Jacob Dunne. At 19, Jacob was sentenced to prison for manslaughter after a one-punch attack that took a man’s life. What followed is a remarkable story of transformation. After meeting the parents of his victim through restorative justice, Jacob went on to earn a first-class honours degree in criminology and has since worked across education, health, criminal justice, and the arts. He is also the co-founder of the Common Ground Justice Project — an initiative engaging voters, victims and communities to build common ground for a safer, fairer justice system. His memoir Right From Wrong was recently adapted — with his creative input — into PUNCH, a critically acclaimed play heading to the West End and Broadway.  This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube. Useful organisations:   Jacob’s Website - www.jacobdunne.co.uk  Common Ground Justice Project - The project aims to engage diverse voices to uncover shared values and develop a modern justice system that garners broad public support https://www.commongroundjustice.uk/  3Pillars Project - This sports-based mentoring charity helps ex-offenders build a life away from crime and make a positive contribution to society. They offer personal training qualifications to ex-offenders on release through 3Pillars Fitness, with potential employment opportunities with 3Pillars Wellbeing.  The Forgiveness Project - Dedicated to exploring forgiveness and reconciliation through the sharing of personal narratives from both victims and perpetrators of crime and violence. https://www.theforgivenessproject.com/  The Longford Trust - Supporting young people leaving prison by funding their university education, providing one-to-one mentoring, and helping them rebuild their lives through its scholarship and employability programmes. https://www.longfordtrust.org/  Clean Break – Theatre company working with women affected by the criminal justice system. https://www.cleanbreak.org.uk/ Synergy Theatre Project – Works with current and former prisoners through theatre and the arts.  https://www.synergytheatreproject.co.uk/ Contact us:  If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.  💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok  📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio  ✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF  🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 9 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Money Mondays and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association.Going for a job interview can be a nerve-wracking experience at the best of times, but what about if you have a criminal record to contend with too?On this episode Zak & Emma will be looking at how having a criminal record can impact on the job interview process. Zak shares his own experience with this and looks at practical ways to deal with the conversation when it arises. Emma goes through some more broad interview techniques to ensure you’re thoroughly prepared for the big dayUSEFUL LINKS:Unlock - Do I need to disclose my conviction?Unlock - Disclosure Letter ExampleUnlock - Disclosure CalculatorA Fairer ChanceThe STAR methodClean SlateQuids In MagazineQuids in - Job Readiness QuizIf you would like to get in touch with Money Mondays and ask us a question, suggest a topic or start a conversation, you can E-mail us at...📧: moneymondays@prison.radio💬 DM us: @afterprisonpod on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok✉️ Write to us: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XFThis episode is hosted by...Zak - The award-winning co-presenter of NPRs 'Life After Prison' PodcastEmma - Works for 'Clean Slate' & their money skills resource 'Quids In' - Who provide information and support to people on lower incomesYou can find out more about the work of the 'Prison Radio Association' and 'National Prison Radio' here:https://prison.radio/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Life After Prison will be back with you soon but while we are finalising series 9 in the studio, we thought that we'd share some episodes of another podcast here. It’s called Money Mondays and is made by our colleagues at the Prison Radio Association.In this episode Zak & Emma are looking at CVs - What they are, why they are useful and how to create an effective one. It can be daunting putting a CV together, particularly if you might have large gaps due to stints in prison. Zak is here to tell you how he navigated this and Emma has some general tips on how to make your CV stand out and what to include on there.USEFUL LINKS:Clean SlateQuids In MagazineUnlock - CV GapsUnlock - DisclosureQuids in - Job Readiness QuizCV ExampleCV Writing TipsIf you would like to get in touch with Money Mondays and ask us a question, suggest a topic or start a conversation, you can E-mail us at...📧: moneymondays@prison.radio💬 DM us: @afterprisonpod on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok✉️ Write to us: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XFThis episode is hosted by...Zak - The award-winning co-presenter of NPRs 'Life After Prison' PodcastEmma - Works for 'Clean Slate' & their money skills resource 'Quids In' - Who provide information and support to people on lower incomesYou can find out more about the work of the 'Prison Radio Association' and 'National Prison Radio' here:https://prison.radio/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jules chats to another Jules (not confusing at all!), who is very close to becoming a qualified Solicitor. Jules is planning on supporting and being an advocate for people going through the criminal justice system. Having served a community order herself, Jules has experience with the CJS and knows the impact having a criminal record can have on your career and on your self-worth. Jules also talks about her difficult upbringing in Africa, and the culture shocks she found when moving to the UK. With a lot of support from some incredible organisations listed below, and with a huge amount of determination and will power, Jules is well on track to achieving her childhood ambition.   Useful links and organisations: Disclosure toolkit, by Offploy - A toolkit combining precise legal guidance, personalised letter drafting, and trusted resources, to confidently handle disclosure.  https://www.disclosuretoolkit.org/  Mind- Making sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone https://www.mind.org.uk/  Working Chance- Unlocking Women’s Potential https://workingchance.org/ Unlock- Building a fairer future for people with criminal records https://unlock.org.uk/ Clean Sheet- Our work is about helping people with convictions to find jobs, start to rebuild their lives and as a result, reduce reoffending https://www.cleansheet.org.uk/   Contact us: If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us. 💬 DM us: @afterprisonpod on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok 📧 Email us: podcasts@prison.radio ✉️ Write to us: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF 🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of Life After Prison, Zak & Jules sit down with Jumpin Jack Frost, one of the UK’s most iconic jungle and drum & bass DJs. From growing up in Brixton to shaping the UK rave scene, Frost shares his journey through music, life’s challenges, and personal growth. We talk about his legendary tracks, the evolution of UK electronic music, and the lessons he’s learned along the way – including the importance of mental health, resilience, and self-transformation. This podcast is also available as a video – just search Life After Prison on YouTube.Useful organisations:We Are Hummingbird - A non-profit organization that focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, particularly within the music industry.https://www.wearehummingbird.com/Boys Get Sad Too - A mental health awareness brand that uses fashion to challenge stigma and encourage open conversations—especially among men.boysgetsadtoo.comWe Are With You – Offers support for people with substance misuse issues and mental health struggles. They provide tailored support and treatment for people looking to recover and lead a healthier life.wearewithyou.org.ukMind – a leading mental health charity in the UK. They provide information, support, and resources for anyone experiencing mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, addiction, and recovery from trauma.mind.org.ukContact us:If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us.💬 Socials: @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X, @lifeafterprison on TikTok📧 Email: podcasts@prison.radio✉️ Write: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Jules speaks to sisters, Kemi and Tasha, who founded the organisation Reformed Development, after experiencing four years of rejection and discrimination after coming out of prison. They realised the only way forward was to be the change themselves, and they now work tirelessly helping other people who have been to prison, with their holistic and nurturing approach to rehabilitation.  The full version of this episode can be found wherever you get your podcasts: (link)  Useful links and organisations:  Reformed Development CIC- Educate- Relate- Inspire https://www.reformed16.com/  Mind- making sure no one has to face a mental health problem alone https://www.mind.org.uk/ Prison Reform Trust- We’re working to create a just, humane & effective prison system https://prisonreformtrust.org.uk/    Contact us: If anything you’ve heard in this podcast has inspired you to make a positive change in your life, or you’d just like to get in touch, please contact us. 💬 DM us: @afterprisonpod on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok 📧 Email us: podcasts@prison.radio ✉️ Write to us: Life After Prison, National Prison Radio, HMP Brixton, London SW2 5XF 🖥️ Website: https://lifeafterprisonpod.com/  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.