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Welcome to The Path Forward Podcast. My name is Augie Ghilarducci, and I know what it's like to need a second chance. After making some really horrible choices and bad...
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Welcome to The Path Forward Podcast. My name is Augie Ghilarducci, and I know what it's like to need a second chance. After making some really horrible choices and bad decisions, I found myself incarcerated for 13 years. My path allowed me to face my mistakes, to admit my greed, and to re-discover my faith. On this podcast, I will be bringing incredible guests who have walked down the path of re-entry. Their journeys provide inspiration, hope, and resources. Please join me on The Path Forward Podcast™, where incarceration doesn't define us; it's just one chapter of our book. There are many chapters yet to be written.
Brought to you by 2nd Opportunity.
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11 MAR 2025 · 💡 In This Episode
Augie speaks with Ruth Mercy, who shares her inspiring journey of working with incarcerated individuals through the Deep Heart performance group. Ruth discusses her early life, her passion for the outdoors, and how she found her calling in prison outreach. She recounts her life-changing accident during a hiking trip, which led to a miraculous rescue and a deeper commitment to her mission. Ruth emphasizes the importance of hope, kindness, and resilience, encouraging those on the inside to recognize their worth and potential for growth. Contact Ruth at deepheartprisontour@gmail.com or learn more at deepheartevents.com.
🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward
📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it https://www.amazon.com/2nd-Opportunity-Program-Companion-Workbook/dp/B0CSVTK6NP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3ERESJRLQXEHT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BtAgWFKcesRY1m5UaOu5EKop88nT6VDBkEca3QNTArN9gbeZmwnI13-btqNtuBf_GD4JtQuoj8xEkhNqaWkLLw.mBISI4eeNG7KuKC59HBzTf3KlZYUCJtoWc_ZAPSTL-g&dib_tag=se&keywords=augie+ghilarducci&qid=1737729014&sprefix=augie+ghilarducci%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1.
🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration.
➡️ Enroll today: https://courses.2ndopp.com/
🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too.
➡️ Access our family resources: https://www.2ndopp.com/resources
✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: https://www.2ndopp.com/success-stories
✨ Subscribe & Leave a Review
If you find our podcast valuable, please subscribe and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue sharing stories that inspire second chances and hope.
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25 FEB 2025 · 💡 In This Episode
Augie speaks with acceptance coach Chris Mamone about the challenges of grief, loss, and trauma, particularly in the context of incarceration. Chris shares his personal journey through profound loss and how it led him to help others heal. The conversation explores the importance of self-forgiveness, the role of journaling in understanding emotions, and the transition from incarceration to freedom. Both Augie and Chris emphasize the need for patience and kindness towards oneself during the healing process, and the potential to turn personal pain into a source of strength for helping others.
🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward
📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it https://www.amazon.com/2nd-Opportunity-Program-Companion-Workbook/dp/B0CSVTK6NP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3ERESJRLQXEHT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BtAgWFKcesRY1m5UaOu5EKop88nT6VDBkEca3QNTArN9gbeZmwnI13-btqNtuBf_GD4JtQuoj8xEkhNqaWkLLw.mBISI4eeNG7KuKC59HBzTf3KlZYUCJtoWc_ZAPSTL-g&dib_tag=se&keywords=augie+ghilarducci&qid=1737729014&sprefix=augie+ghilarducci%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1.
🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration.
➡️ Enroll today: https://courses.2ndopp.com/
🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too.
➡️ Access our family resources: https://www.2ndopp.com/resources
✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: https://www.2ndopp.com/success-stories
✨ Subscribe & Leave a Review
If you find our podcast valuable, please subscribe and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue sharing stories that inspire second chances and hope.
11 FEB 2025 · 💡 In This Episode
Augie speaks with Sheridan Correa, who shares her profound journey from a chaotic childhood in Louisiana to a life marked by addiction, incarceration, and ultimately, transformation. Sheridan discusses the impact of her upbringing, her struggles with mental health, and the pivotal moments that led her to seek help and find hope. Through her experiences, she emphasizes the importance of community, accountability, and faith in recovery, offering a message of hope to those currently facing similar challenges.
🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward
📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it https://www.amazon.com/2nd-Opportunity-Program-Companion-Workbook/dp/B0CSVTK6NP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3ERESJRLQXEHT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BtAgWFKcesRY1m5UaOu5EKop88nT6VDBkEca3QNTArN9gbeZmwnI13-btqNtuBf_GD4JtQuoj8xEkhNqaWkLLw.mBISI4eeNG7KuKC59HBzTf3KlZYUCJtoWc_ZAPSTL-g&dib_tag=se&keywords=augie+ghilarducci&qid=1737729014&sprefix=augie+ghilarducci%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1
🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration.
➡️ Enroll today: https://courses.2ndopp.com/
🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too.
➡️ Access our family resources: https://www.2ndopp.com/resources
✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form here: https://www.2ndopp.com/success-stories
✨ Subscribe & Leave a Review
If you find our podcast valuable, please subscribe and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue sharing stories that inspire second chances and hope.
28 JAN 2025 · 💡 In This Episode
This conversation continues exploring the transformative journey of Ulises Valdez, who shares his experiences from incarceration to reintegration into society. He discusses the importance of education, the challenges of navigating freedom, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives him. Ulises emphasizes the significance of support systems and personal willpower in overcoming obstacles and achieving goals, ultimately inspiring others to believe in their potential for change. Missed the first part of this episode? Listen to it now!
🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward
📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook
Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.
➡️ Buy it https://www.amazon.com/2nd-Opportunity-Program-Companion-Workbook/dp/B0CSVTK6NP/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3ERESJRLQXEHT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BtAgWFKcesRY1m5UaOu5EKop88nT6VDBkEca3QNTArN9gbeZmwnI13-btqNtuBf_GD4JtQuoj8xEkhNqaWkLLw.mBISI4eeNG7KuKC59HBzTf3KlZYUCJtoWc_ZAPSTL-g&dib_tag=se&keywords=augie+ghilarducci&qid=1737729014&sprefix=augie+ghilarducci%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1.
🎓 Take the First Step Toward Your Path Forward
Our reentry program includes five comprehensive courses focused on reentry planning, job readiness, and personal growth, and career exploration.
➡️ Enroll today https://courses.2ndopp.com/.
🤝 Support for Families of Incarcerated Individuals
Reentry impacts more than just the individual—it affects families too.
➡️ Access our family https://www.2ndopp.com/resources.
✉️ We Want to Hear From You!
Have a question or topic suggestion? Want to share your own story of reentry success? Fill out a form https://www.2ndopp.com/success-stories.
✨ Subscribe & Leave a Review
If you find our podcast valuable, please subscribe and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue sharing stories that inspire second chances and hope.
14 JAN 2025 · In the first episode of 2025, host Augie Ghilarducci interviews Ulises Valdez, a friend and former cellmate, who shares his incredible journey from a troubled youth involved in crime to finding faith and purpose during his time in prison. Ulysses discusses the challenges he faced growing up as a first-generation Mexican-American, his descent into crime, and the pivotal moments that led him to rediscover his faith while incarcerated.
The Path Forward Podcast™ is brought to you by 2ndopp.com.
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31 DEC 2024 · On our last episode of 2024, Augie speaks with Ruben Gaona, a formerly incarcerated individual who has transformed his life and now helps others navigate their reentry into society. Ruben shares his challenging upbringing in El Paso, Texas, his military service, and the struggles he faced after incarceration. He emphasizes the importance of asking for help, setting realistic goals, and the need for long-term support services for justice-involved individuals. Through his nonprofit, My Way Out, Ruben advocates for empowerment and resources for those reentering society, highlighting the significance of community support.
The Path Forward Podcast™ is brought to you by Youturn Health and https://www.2ndopp.com/.
17 DEC 2024 · Probation and parole are often seen as steps toward freedom, but for many, they are fraught with emotional challenges and systemic barriers. In the latest episode, we delve into the complexities of supervised release and the lived experiences of Tanaine Jenkins, navigating the probation system. Check out the work that REFORM Alliance is doing to transform the probation and parole system in the US at reformalliance.com.
Tanaine Jenkins: www.tanainejenkins.com
REFORM Alliance: www.reformalliance.com
2nd Opportunity: www.2ndopp.com
3 DEC 2024 · What happens when trauma meets incarceration? Ron Self and Isaiah Thompson, formerly incarcerated veterans, explore the staggering number of veterans in prison, the impact of trauma and PTSD, and the innovative programs being developed to support these individuals. Check out Veterans Healing Veterans, an organization dedicated to trauma recovery for incarcerated veterans at https://veteranshealingveterans.com/index.html#/.
The Path Forward Podcast™ is brought to you by https://www.2ndopp.com/ and https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UColwE-sendTnS1pzVzrnYIQ
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19 NOV 2024 · In this installment, Augie speaks with Trina Wasylenko, who shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery. Trina discusses her early life in Canada, her struggles with alcohol and opioids, and the pivotal moments that led her to seek help. She emphasizes the importance of mental health treatment and personal growth, advocating for those in recovery and sharing her experiences to inspire others. Trina now works in advocacy for YouImpact, helping others navigate their own challenges and find peace and happiness in their lives. To find out more about the work of YouImpact Victim Impact Panel, visit www.youimpact.com.
This podcast is brought to you by https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UColwE-sendTnS1pzVzrnYIQ and 2nd Opportunity.
5 NOV 2024 · Adam Clausen, a former life-sentenced individual turned leader in social impact and criminal justice reform, shares his remarkable journey, highlighting the power of hope, mentorship, and community support in his path to rehabilitation. He opens up about the obstacles of re-entering society and the mindset of belief, focus, and discipline that fueled his transformation. His story serves as an inspiration for those still incarcerated, emphasizing the power of belief, focus, and discipline in achieving personal growth and change.
The Path Forward Podcast™ is brought to you by https://www.2ndopp.com/ and https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UColwE-sendTnS1pzVzrnYIQ
Welcome to The Path Forward Podcast. My name is Augie Ghilarducci, and I know what it's like to need a second chance. After making some really horrible choices and bad...
show more
Welcome to The Path Forward Podcast. My name is Augie Ghilarducci, and I know what it's like to need a second chance. After making some really horrible choices and bad decisions, I found myself incarcerated for 13 years. My path allowed me to face my mistakes, to admit my greed, and to re-discover my faith. On this podcast, I will be bringing incredible guests who have walked down the path of re-entry. Their journeys provide inspiration, hope, and resources. Please join me on The Path Forward Podcast™, where incarceration doesn't define us; it's just one chapter of our book. There are many chapters yet to be written.
Brought to you by 2nd Opportunity.
show less
Brought to you by 2nd Opportunity.
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| Author | Augie Ghilarducci |
| Organization | Augie |
| Categories | Self-Improvement , Education , Personal Journals |
| Website | www.2ndopp.com |
| support@2ndopp.com |
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