Another gripping episode of the Murder, Mystery, and Mayhem Laced with Morality Podcast is here—featuring Douglas Smith, MSSW, a leadership development trainer, certified trauma-informed coach, and author of The Path of Rocks and Thorns: Leadership Lessons from a Prison Cell.

With over a decade of experience in mental health and justice policy, Douglas has served as a policy expert for the Texas House of Representatives, a Senior Policy Analyst at the Texas Center for Justice and Equity, and an adjunct professor at the University of Texas at Austin.

In this robust conversation, Douglas shares how his journey through mental illness, addiction, and incarceration transformed his understanding of leadership and redemption. His work now focuses on helping individuals and organizations lead with accountability, self-awareness, and integrity, while building trauma-informed practices that support healing and justice.

Tune in as we uncover how lessons learned behind bars can illuminate paths toward purpose—and why authentic leadership often emerges from our darkest moments.

Stay in touch with Doug and check out his book: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Rocks-Thorns-Douglas-Smith/dp/B0FHCHDMTP

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts, or visit www.drkatherinehayes.com 💗

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