http://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbarsThis show looks at the impact of incarceration on the family members of those who are in prison. We share real-life experiences and provide some advice through experts who come on the show.enCopyright Sandeep Junnarkar (C/O Blogtalkradio)Tue, 25 Jun 2019 07:45:00 GMTThu, 04 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMTNewsBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/b2328efd-8d3b-43dc-8200-63aece870339radio_pic.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbarsThis show looks at the impact of incarceration on the family members of those who are in prison. We share real-life experiences and provide some advice through experts who come on the show.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comnews,incarceration,prison,family,children,documentary,justice,advice,arms in reach,bedford hills correctional facilityFamily Life Behind BarsnoThis show looks at the impact of incarceration on the family members of those who are in prison. We share real-life experiences and provide some advice throughepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/08/04/funding-for-mentoring-program-runs-dryNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/08/04/funding-for-mentoring-program-runs-dry/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/08/04/funding-for-mentoring-program-runs-dryThu, 04 Aug 2011 23:00:00 GMTFunding for mentoring program runs dry   Hour Friend In Deed, a program that connects mentors with children who have an incarcerated parent, is on the verge of losing its financial support. For the past five year, the program has helped children with a parent (or both parents) in prison develop positive behavior and personal identities by pairing them with mentors. While these meaningful relationships helped the kids navigate through tough times and gave them some of the social skills and confidence, the program's funding is still a victim of the punishing economic downturn.  Join us as we speak to 15-year-old Jeremy Hosey and his mentor of the past year, Ted Sangalis about how the program has benefited both of them. We'll also speak to Jeremy's mother, 37-year-old Joedy Aliseo about how this mentoring relationship brought stability into her and her son's life.  00:29:00Family Life Behind Barsnoprison,incarceration,mentor,mentee,fundingHour Friend In Deed, a program that connects mentors with children who have an incarcerated parent, is on the verge of losing its financial support. For thehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/07/28/separated-by-prison-united-by-conviction-journal-1Newshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/07/28/separated-by-prison-united-by-conviction-journal-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/07/28/separated-by-prison-united-by-conviction-journal-1Thu, 28 Jul 2011 23:00:00 GMTSeparated by Prison, United by Conviction Journal   Join us live to speak with Reesy Floyd-Thompson who will be discussing her new publication "Separated by Prison, United by Conviction Journal." The journal has over 250 simple yet thought-provoking questions, quotes and scenarios to help couples in keeping their families together despite incarceration. Share your experiences with one of the leading relationship coaches who specializes in couples separate because of incarceration. Ms. Floyd-Thompson is the founder and president of Prisoners' Wvies, Girlfriends and Partners (www.pwgp.org). 00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnoincarceration,wives,partners,prison,girlfriendsJoin us live to speak with Reesy Floyd-Thompson who will be discussing her new publication "Separated by Prison, United by Conviction Journal." The journhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/06/29/oklahomas-prisons-packed-with-womenNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/06/29/oklahomas-prisons-packed-with-women/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/06/29/oklahomas-prisons-packed-with-womenWed, 29 Jun 2011 17:30:00 GMTOklahoma’s prisons packed with women Oklahoma’s crime rate ranks 17th nationally, about on par with the country’s average. But the state has the dubious distinction of being No. 1 for female incarceration per capita in the United States. It’s not that Oklahoma’s women are hardened criminals. Rather, nearly 70 percent are non-violent offenders. They’ve found themselves behind bars at Oklahoma’s Correctional Facilities mostly because of drug abuse, drug dealing and prostitution (to support their habits). A new documentary, Women Behind Bars, takes viewers inside these prisons to meet the women who are struggling with untreated addictions and other ignored issues. And there really are so many of them. The female incarceration rate in Oklahoma stands at 134 per 100,000, which is more than twice the national average of 60 per 100,000. Many of the women we meet are the heads of single parent led households, struggling to keep their houses in order despite being behind bars. Join in LIVE as Family Life Behind Bars Radio interviews the documentary’s director, Amina Benalioulhaj, 00:30:00Family Life Behind BarsnoOklahoma,Prison,Women,documentary,incarcerationOklahoma’s crime rate ranks 17th nationally, about on par with the country’s average. But the state has the dubious distinction of being No. 1 for female incarhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/06/02/fundraising-and-survival-strategies-for-your-nonprofits-thatNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/06/02/fundraising-and-survival-strategies-for-your-nonprofits-that/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2011/06/02/fundraising-and-survival-strategies-for-your-nonprofits-thatThu, 02 Jun 2011 17:30:00 GMTFundraising and survival strategies for your nonprofits Nonprofits have it tough during these lean economic times. The average non-profit has seen its funding cut by 10 to 25 percent over the past few years. And those providing services that are perceived as less critical are hit even harder. Sadly, that means your nonprofit–whether it helps kids visit their parent in prison or helps people reenter society after incarceration–will be affected. It’s likely to get worse. Deeper state and federal budget cuts are imminent. And those even foundations that support nonprofits saw their own portfolios shrink during the economic crisis. They are now realigning their funding plans based on diminished resources. But there’s no point in just trying to wait it out. It’s time to strategize a plan that will keep your programs strong to provide the support people deserve. To help with that Greg Cohen from Cause Effective, a group that advices non-profits on fundraising and fiscal planning, will be guest on Family Life Behind Bars Radio next Tuesday, May 24 at 2:30. He’ll be on hand to discuss: • How nonprofits can try to get more done with less money; • Or in the worst case scenario, how they can maintain programs despite the cuts; • How nonprofits have dealt with similar deep cuts in the past; • Alternate or untapped forms of funding. Greg will also take your questions live on the show. You won’t want to miss the valuable advice provided by Cause Effective’s senior associate. In the spirit of collaboration, tell others you know who might find this segment useful by using one of the share functions above. 00:28:00Family Life Behind Barsnoincarceration,nonprofits,funding cuts,survival,adviceNonprofits have it tough during these lean economic times. The average non-profit has seen its funding cut by 10 to 25 percent over the past few years. And thhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2010/01/28/losing-your-paycheck-to-collect-calls-feesNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2010/01/28/losing-your-paycheck-to-collect-calls-fees/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2010/01/28/losing-your-paycheck-to-collect-calls-feesThu, 28 Jan 2010 02:00:00 GMTLosing your paycheck to collect calls fees?Edna Ford is a grandmother of six who says she’s struggled to pay the high cost of collect phone calls ever since her son was incarcerated 13 years ago.  After racking up bills as high as $200 a month, Ford says the calls have gotten less frequent over the years. On Wed. Jan 27 at 9 p.m. EST, I’ll be hosting Family Life Behind Bars radio, talking to Ford about the burden of collect calls and the complicated task of sustaining a relationship between her granddaughters and their father.  Ford will also talk about the difficulty of coming to terms with her son’s conviction for killing the mother of her granddaughters and the ripple effect it had on their entire family. I’ll also be joined by Sherry Murray, president of the Coalition to Reduce Recidivism, which aims to help ex-offenders become productive members of the community.  As the mother of a son who was formerly incarcerated, Murray has also been directly affected by the high cost of collect phone calls from correctional facilities. If you’ve been affected by the high costs of collect calls, take this survey.  Also, tell us what you think in the comments section below. http://bit.ly/8dEimi00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnoprison,collect calls,high fees,incarceration,telephoneEdna Ford is a grandmother of six who says she’s struggled to pay the high cost of collect phone calls ever since her son was incarcerated 13 years ago.  Afterhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/11/12/the-job-search-after-incarcerationNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/11/12/the-job-search-after-incarceration/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/11/12/the-job-search-after-incarcerationThu, 12 Nov 2009 02:00:00 GMTThe job search after incarcerationIf you’re not sure which box to check when asked “have you ever been convicted of a felony?” be sure to tune in on Wed. Nov. 11 at 9 p.m. EST.00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnoincarceration,job search,prison,job search strategies,familyIf you’re not sure which box to check when asked “have you ever been convicted of a felony?” be sure to tune in on Wed. Nov. 11 at 9 p.m. EST.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/10/08/children-of-incarcerated-parents-speakNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/10/08/children-of-incarcerated-parents-speak/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/10/08/children-of-incarcerated-parents-speakThu, 08 Oct 2009 01:00:00 GMTChildren of Incarcerated Parents SpeakIt’s been a few months since the last show but the web radio show is back. On Wednesday, October 7 at 9 p.m. EST, Makeba and I will be talking to Marika Turano, the documentary filmmaker of The Word Is Love. Capturing the voices of children affected by arrest and incarceration, The Word Is Love looks at the impact of incarceration, but from a child’s point of view. During the show, Turano will talk about the film and how the children featured in the film handled the impact of their parent(s) incarceration, including life with their caretakers, handling the stigma of incarceration, their feelings about their incarcerated parent and life after their parents are released. One of the children featured in the film, Kasem“Chuckie” Watson, will also join us during the show. Watson, whose mother was incarcerated for four years, will talk about the impact that his mother’s incarceration had on his life, and how he forged a relationship with her following her release. Ms. Lorraine Watson Sr., the grandmother featured in the film who became the caretaker of her grandchildren while their mother was imprisoned, will also join the show. Watson Sr. will discuss the impact that incarceration had on her life and the sacrifices she had to make. Check out the link for a clip of the film below from the film and be sure to listen live during the show. You can listen online at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars or by calling (347) 326-9981. You can also ask questions or speak your mind during the show by dialing (347) 326-9981 and pressing 1, or by leaving a comment on the site.00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnodocumentary,marika turano,filmmaker,prison,familyIt’s been a few months since the last show but the web radio show is back. On Wednesday, October 7 at 9 p.m. EST, Makeba and I will be talking to Marika Turanohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/06/25/Loss-and-Reintegration-Back-Into-Family-LifeNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/06/25/Loss-and-Reintegration-Back-Into-Family-Life/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/06/25/Loss-and-Reintegration-Back-Into-Family-LifeThu, 25 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMTLoss and Reintegration Back Into Family LifeWe’ll be talking to Dr. Harland Kessaris, a psychologist who specializes in reintegration into family life following a prison term. You may remember Dr. Kessaris from an interview he did with Tiffany Garlic last year around the holidays. We decided to bring him back to talk about what families can do to cope with the loss of a loved one to the prison system and how the family on the outside can reconnect with a loved one behind bars. He will also talk about both family and social dynamics and what former inmates can do to reintegrate into family life.00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnoreintegrate,prison,family,psychologist,KessarisWe’ll be talking to Dr. Harland Kessaris, a psychologist who specializes in reintegration into family life following a prison term. You may remember Dr. Kessarhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/06/02/Financial-Advice-for-Families-and-the-Formerly-IncarceratedNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/06/02/Financial-Advice-for-Families-and-the-Formerly-Incarcerated/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/06/02/Financial-Advice-for-Families-and-the-Formerly-IncarceratedTue, 02 Jun 2009 01:00:00 GMTFinancial Advice for Families and the Formerly IncarceratedWe'll be speaking to a financial advisor about the following: * * Financial advice for families with at least one incarcerated family member * * Money saving tips for families with at least one incarcerated family member * * Financial planning for families with an incarcerated family member * * Financial tips for recently released individuals * * Money saving tips for recently released individuals Though this financial advisor normally advises clients with wealth in excess of $1 million, he has personal experience with advising his own family, which was impacted financially because of the incarceration of a family member. We anticipate this show being highly informative so we strongly encourage you listen live online at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars or by calling (347) 326-9981. Please share this with people in the community who you think will find this information helpful. For more info, please visit www.familylifebehindbars.org00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnofinancial advice,families,prison,incarceration,tipsWe'll be speaking to a financial advisor about the following: * * Financial advice for families with at least one incarcerated family member * * Money saving tihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/05/12/Prison-Nurseries-ReportNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/05/12/Prison-Nurseries-Report/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/05/12/Prison-Nurseries-ReportTue, 12 May 2009 01:00:00 GMTPrison Nurseries ReportMakeba and I will be talking to Chandra Villanueva, a Policy Associate at the Women’s Prison Association (WPA) and author of WPA’s new report on prison nursery programs. The report, which is a comprehensive look at prison nursery centers across the country, is due out on Monday, a day after Mother’s Day. We’ll be talking to Villanueva about the results from the report, why it matters, and what it means in terms of new policies and potential effects on the prison system. We’ll also be joined by Tina Reynolds, founder of Women on the Rise Telling HerStory (WORTH), an association of women who have been empowered by personal experiences to advocate for policy changes that create barriers for women and their families during and after incarceration.00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnoprison nurseries,incarceration,pregnancy in prison,families in prison,justiceMakeba and I will be talking to Chandra Villanueva, a Policy Associate at the Women’s Prison Association (WPA) and author of WPA’s new report on prison nurseryhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/05/04/The-Childrens-Center-at-Bedford-Hills-Correctional-FacilityNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/05/04/The-Childrens-Center-at-Bedford-Hills-Correctional-Facility/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/05/04/The-Childrens-Center-at-Bedford-Hills-Correctional-FacilityMon, 04 May 2009 22:30:00 GMTThe Children’s Center at Bedford Hills Correctional FacilityToday at 6:30 p.m., Bobby Blanchard, the Director of The Children’s Center at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility will be on Family Life Behind Bars Radio. Just an hour north of New York City, the maximum security women’s prison where the center is located, is home to mothers looking to maintain an active role in their children’s lives. Founded over 25 years ago, The Children’s Center offers programs and services that helps the mother strengthen her role as a parent, improve family ties, and support and nurture the children. The center is funded by an agency of Catholic Charities Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens. Blanchard, who has worked at the facility for 15 years and has been the director for four, will talk about the center, her experience working with both the mothers and children in the program, as well as what can be done to repair relationships that have been strained by separation.00:30:00Family Life Behind BarsnoBobby Blanchard,incarceration,women in prison,education,bedford hills correctional facilityToday at 6:30 p.m., Bobby Blanchard, the Director of The Children’s Center at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility will be on Family Life Behind Bars Radio.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/04/20/Terrence-Stevens-In-Arms-ReachNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/04/20/Terrence-Stevens-In-Arms-Reach/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/04/20/Terrence-Stevens-In-Arms-ReachMon, 20 Apr 2009 22:30:00 GMTTerrence Stevens, In Arms Reach I will be talking to Terrence Stevens, the Executive Director of In Arms Reach, Inc., a non-profit art, music, prison visitation and educational mentoring organization that serves youth ages 7 to 18 whose parents are or were formerly incarcerated. We’ll also be speaking to a staff member from the organization. www.familylifebehindbars.org00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnoarms in reach,incarceration,music,children,parentsI will be talking to Terrence Stevens, the Executive Director of In Arms Reach, Inc., a non-profit art, music, prison visitation and educational mentoring orgahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/03/30/Family-Life-Behind-Bars-Drop-the-RockNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/03/30/Family-Life-Behind-Bars-Drop-the-Rock/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/03/30/Family-Life-Behind-Bars-Drop-the-RockMon, 30 Mar 2009 22:30:00 GMTFamily Life Behind Bars: Drop the RockOur first guest is Caitlin Dunklee, a representative from the “Drop the Rock” campaign. Dunklee works with The Correctional Association of New York, an independent, non-profit organization that works to make laws in New York State more fair, efficient and humane. We’ll be asking Dunklee about the “Drop the Rock” campaign, the recent protests to press the NY state lawmakers to repeal the Rockefeller Drug Laws, and what we can expect from the criminal justice system going forward. We’ll also be speaking to a formerly incarcerated person sentenced under the Rockefeller Drug Laws.00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnorockefeller laws,drop the rock,criminal justice,prison,drug lawsOur first guest is Caitlin Dunklee, a representative from the “Drop the Rock” campaign. Dunklee works with The Correctional Association of New York, an independhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/03/16/Family-Life-Behind-Bars-first-radio-showNewshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/03/16/Family-Life-Behind-Bars-first-radio-show/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/familylifebehindbars/2009/03/16/Family-Life-Behind-Bars-first-radio-showMon, 16 Mar 2009 22:30:00 GMTFamily Life Behind Bars' first radio showIn this show co-hosts Makeba Lavan and Maya Pope-Chappell introduce the show. 00:30:00Family Life Behind Barsnoprison,incarceration,family,children,justiceIn this show co-hosts Makeba Lavan and Maya Pope-Chappell introduce the show.