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Choppin' It Up With Jimmie C. is a dynamic podcast where we cover everything from sports and resiliency to mental health and integrity. We tackle social justice and human rights issues from a perspective you've never heard before. Jimmie C. Gardner was playing for a Chicago Cubs minor league team when he was falsely accused of heinous crimes and sentenced to 110 years in prison. During the 27 years he fought for his freedom before his exoneration, he prayed for the opportunity to have the mi ...
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The Walls and Beyond w/Jimmie C & Isaac is a podcast designed to share the experiences of day to day life in one of the toughest and cruelest prisons in America. This archaic prison in Moundsville, West Virginia was built in the early twentieth century. There were numerous racial gangs and clicks that displayed hatred and discontent for African Americans and rival gang members. Jimmie C & Isaac share some of their survival experiences and good decision making choices that ultimately enabled ...
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Practicing Mindfulness & Emotional Intelligence throughout Incarceration
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This episode reflects how Isaac and Jimmie C were able to display mindfulness and emotional intelligence in the most adverse times of their incarceration. They share numerous examples of when they reflected to prayer and walking away from intense circumstances or situations to make it through another day. This episode seven will be the final episod…
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Transitioning from Incarceration Back Into Society
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This episode details the how Isaac and Jimmie C transitioned from the prison environment back into society with their families. They share how their mindsets and anticipation of returning home became focal points throughout the years. Isaac and Jimmie C further share how they were embraced by family and loved ones. Tune in and enjoy this episode of…
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This episode reflects how Isaac and I understood that our lives continued on the inside. We had to continue challenging ourselves to gain knowledge in many areas, including education, mental health, spiritual health, physical health and overall wellness. We detail how we kept our eyes on the prize and prepared daily for our inevitable release. We s…
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Prisoner's Building Relationships w/Staff Members
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This episode will explain the importance of prisoner/staff relationships. Isaac and I will explain how we established a dual respect from staff members that ultimately led to healthy relationships. We describe how our relationships inside inevitably helped our return to society. The significance of a healthy relationship could be the difference in …
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Isaac and I will describe our lives at "The Walls", The Moundsville West Virginia Penitentiary from the early 1990's until the closing of the prison. We share information how we formed a "Brotherhood" consisting of fellow prisoners from various cities throughout the United States of America. We detail how our Brotherhood and family bond enhanced ea…
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This episode focuses on the harsh and brutal lifestyles within the Walls, Mount Olive, and Huttonsville Correctional Facility. Emphasis is on the predominately White gangs, explicit racism perpetrated by prisoners and staff, dehumanizing attacks, and oppressive rules and regulations imposed. Isaac and I also delve into the blatant sexual harassment…
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Introduction to The Walls and Beyond w/Jimmie C & Isaac. The phrase "The Walls" is described by Jimmie C & Isaac, along with testimonies of the experiences they encountered while incarcerated. Jimmie C & Isaac delve into the everyday ongoings within the prison institution and share how individuals' behaviors and choices determined their future.…
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William Berkley developed a curriculum and organization called Recovery U, LLC. His organization is a curriculum-based recovery home for men who are returning home from prison in Charleston, West Virginia who suffer from addiction and other issues. His 67-bed transitional facility is changing lives and is reducing recidivism in his community.…
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Many times we think that big changes can only come from government leaders, but local leaders are also out here getting things done. Lajuna Logan is a community activist out of West Virginia. She is a freedom fighter and social justice activist. She also works with grassroots organizations, helped start an annual Juneteenth celebration, and works w…
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From a West Virginia police officer to an emotional intelligence trainer, Errol Randle is using his past to impact his community in a positive way. Self-awareness and the ability to manage your emotions can make all the difference in defusing conflict and effective communication. Errol shares how he uses his experiences to improve relationships wit…
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Interfaith Spiritual Leader Iman Salahudiin Hanif
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Spirituality provides strength for many people, it keeps us grounded during difficult times. True compassion starts with humility and being able to put differences aside and appreciate people for who they are. Iman Salahudiin Hanif, out of Albany, GA, shares with us the power of interfaith connections and how we can heal our communities. Our countr…
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Cryptocurrency and Community Leader Wayne Marcel
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Financial empowerment is a major goal for most people. Wayne Marcel teaches cryptocurrency as an option for people to take control of their own financial futures both locally and internationally. He gives back through partnering with international organizations in developing countries to give local citizens access to his training courses.…
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GA Returning Citizen & Entrepreneur Stet Frazier
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Wrongful conviction is deplorable, but over-incarceration is just as devastating. Stet Frazier was sentenced to life in prison for a first-time, non-violent drug charge and was denied justice at every turn. While inside, Stet never gave up and consistently fought for justice, he even wrote a 34-page petition to Congress. This episode goes into deta…
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German Social Justice Activist & Fitness Trainer Richard Houdershell
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After serving 15 years from his life sentence, Richard Houdershell emerged as a changed man with a purpose to correct his past and put good back into the world. He was driven by the need to better his karma after making regrettable decisions as a young man, now he spends his time fighting for justice and lighting a path for others. Rick leads with …
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It doesn't matter who you are, how many degrees you have, or if you are innocent, a wrongful conviction can happen to anyone. Calvin Johnson is an exoneree from the state of Georgia who spent 16 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. As soon as he was released, he started speaking and sharing his story around the world. It was important for…
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NY Exoneree & Attorney Jeffrey Deskovic
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A wrongful conviction can happen to anyone, that’s why we advocate so fiercely for our brothers and sisters inside. Jeffrey Deskovic is an exonerated man out of New York who was wrongfully convicted for a crime he did not commit. Now that he’s home, he has started a non-profit organization, The Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice that has broug…
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Returning Citizen Turned Business Owner Joshua Proby
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“Without purpose you have nothing”, are not only words that Joshua Proby lives by, but they are the founding blocks for the brand he has built since being home. After spending 12 years in prison, Josh decided not to waste another minute and he began pursuing every path he dreamed about while he was locked up. He has been home for 2 years and is a p…
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Georgetown Alumnus and Exoneree Brian Ferguson
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Brian was in college with a 4.0 GPA getting ready to go to law school when he was sentenced to life in prison for a crime he knew nothing about. He was sent to a maximum-security facility in West Virginia, that's he met Jimmie and they've been close friends since that day. 11 years later his case was overturned and he was finally exonerated. Brian …
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Identical twins, Lonnie and Jonnie Benniefield are trailblazers. Both African American men are retired firefighters and certified paramedics out of Tampa, FL who have been active in their community for the last 30 years. In today’s podcast episode, the brothers share their memories from decades of public service and growing up with Jimmie C., inclu…
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This week Jimmie talks with Gwen Carr an activist, public speaker, author and is a member of Mothers of the Movement. She is also the mother of Eric Garner, a father who was killed by a New York Police Department officer who used an illegal chokehold.By Jimmie C. Gardner/ Gwen Carr
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On the first episode of Choppin' It Up with Jimmie C., we talked with famed attorney, political commentator, and freedom fighter A. Scott Bolden. We discuss the current climate and how the current Black Lives Matter movement differs from any other past movement. We also talk about defunding the police and what that actually means and what happens n…
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