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An important conversation about prison reform with Richie Reseda, Founder of Question Culture and co-founder of Initiate Justice. Richie Reseda is a recording artist, community organizer and social entrepreneur who was freed from prison in July 2018. The anti-patriarchy work he led while incarcerated was chronicled in the CNN documentary “The Feminist on Cell Block Y“. He changes California prison policy with the organization he helped co-found in prison, Initiate Justice.

Show Highlights

Stephanie encourages “dedicated human encounter time” with a story about a tradition her family celebrates called Orange Swimsuit Day,

Richie shares his story about how he went to prison and what he has learned about people and living a meaningful life. (Warning: You will fall in love with a man name Jazz in his story.)

Stephanie and Richie talk about the value and meaning in human connection and just “being” with people.

Resources Mentioned

Richie’s Go Fund Me for Success Stories (leadership program for people currently incarcerated who experience a higher risk of recidivism)

CNN Documentary featuring Richie, “The Feminist on Cellblock Y”

Richie’s Music Label, Question Culture.

Initiate Justice –  Their mission is to end mass incarceration by activating the power of the people it directly impacts.

Books by bell hooks (more about bell)

Backstory Behind Stephanie and Guest

Richie was referred to me by Ethan, aka, The Love Extremist.  There are so many amazing things I could say about Richie; his creative talents, persistence and wholehearted actions, top my list. I also appreciate his humble honesty. He exhibits all of the characteristics that make a good leader plus more!!  –  Stephanie Michele

Social Challenge of the Week

Unquestioned Perception Exercise

The next time you find yourself getting agitated, take the time to imagine yourself as someone else. How would this person react to your situation? What thoughts could this person have that are similar and different from yours?  Repeat the exercise with two additional people in mind, exploring the same thoughts and questions. Most importantly, honor this guideline – as you explore the possible perception of other people, assume no one perception is better than the other, including your own.

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