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The Wall Behind and Beyond

by Phillip Alvin Jones

The Wall: Behind and Beyond seeks to tackle misconceptions, myths, and societal issues that are the result of false narratives that are espoused by film and television. As told by currently incarcerated host, Phillip Jones.

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  1. The Prison Wives Bible Book Launch!

    In this special episode, we sit down with Jessica San Luis, co-author of The Prison Wives Bible, to mark the launch of a book that is already resonating deeply with families impacted by incarceration. Jessica joins Host and Co-Author Phillip A. Jones in a candid conversation about why the book…

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  2. The Wall: Behind and Beyond Presents: Breaking Chains, Building Futures - A Conversation With the Co-Authors

    Host Phillip A. Jones, Jr. speaks to the co-authors of the incredible new book, Breaking Chains, Building Futures. In this episode, we touch on the unique journeys of each contributor to the book, as they navigate their way from justice impaction to personal and professional successes. Don’t miss...

  3. The Comeback: Her Journey Beyond Prison

    On this episode of The Wall Behind and Beyond, Phillip A. Jones had a candid conversation with Tionna Larry, a remarkable young woman who story embodies resilience and purpose. Incarcerated at a young age, Tionna faced challenges that could have broken her spirit, but instead, they fueled her...

  4. Cracks In The Criminal Legal System- Phillip A. Jones x Jessica Henry, J.D.

    Host Phillip A. Jones had a powerful conversation with Jessica Henry, J.D, professor, author, legal commentator, former public defender, and nationally recognized criminal justice expert. In this candid conversation, they unpack the realities of the criminal legal system, the cries of wrongful...

  5. PHILLIP A. JONES x TRAVON MCCOY- PRISON IS NOT MY END!

    Host, Phillip A. Jones had a powerful conversation with guest, Travon McCoy, and inspiring voice who is shining beyond the walls of prison. As, I continue hosting The Wall Behind and Beyond, my mission goes beyond sharing my own story. It's about amplifying the voices of those who are working to...

  6. Meaningful Conversation with Phillip A. Jones x Jill P. Carter

    Host Phillip A. Jones had the incredible opportunity to sit down with the incomparable Hon. Jill P. Carter for a conversation that was nothing short of powerful. The depth, insight, and truth that flowed during this dialogue had me repeatedly saying, "This is fire!" Talk about a trailblazer-Jill…

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  7. SECOND CHANCE MONTH WRAP-UP

    As we wrap up Second Chance Month, host Phillip A. Jones leads a powerful and thought-provoking conversation with a panel of change-makers to explore what a second chance truly means, personally, and systemically. Each panelists, shares heartfelt reflections on the importance of redemption,...

  8. SECOND CHANCE MONTH PANEL DISCUSSION

    In this powerful panel discussion, host Phillip A. Jones engaged in an inspiring conversation with five dynamic leaders in the field of criminal justice reform. The Panelists shared their personal insights on what a second chance truly means to them, and reflected on the significance of April…

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  9. LOCKED IN TO CARE | PHILLIP A. JONES x MONICA DAVIS

    This week, host Phillip A. Jones, Jr. sits down with the incredible Monica Davis, a correctional nurse turned visionary entrepreneur. Monica shares her powerful journey—from working inside correctional facilities to launching His and Hers Universe LLC, a company dedicated to uplifting both men…

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  10. LET'S TAKE A SECOND LOOK X PHILLIP A. JONES, MUJAHIDEEN MUHAMMAD, DR. CLOVER A. PEREZ

    Host Phillip A. Jones engages Mujahideen Muhammad about the significance of the Second Look Act and its potential to help individuals who have been incarcerated for over 20 years. Dr. Clover A. Perez enriches the discourse with a poignant analogy, encapsulating the emotional journey of...

  11. PHILLIP AND LOUIS DROPPED KNOWLEDGE!!1

    Louis L. Reed, a name that needs no introduction, remains a pivotal force in driving meaningful change within our criminal justice system. Listen in as Louis imparts profound insights that resonates long after the discussion ends. Host: Phillip A. Jones Website: www.pajconsultingllc.com…

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  12. Phillip speaks to Scarlett West of A&E 60 Days In.

    Phillip had an electrifying conversation with Scarlett West of A&E 60 Days In about her experience and thoughts about jail and what she learned from her experience.

  13. Love While Locked Up!

    Here the inspiring stoties of three amazing women who are standing strong and supporting their men who are behind the wall.

  14. Fighting To Undo Wrongful Convictions

    Jeffrey Deskovic, Esq, M.A, is an internationally recognized wrongful conviction expert and founder of The Jeffrey Deskovic Foundation for Justice. Through his foundation, he has freed 14 wrongful convicted people and helped to passed 6 laws. Attorney, Deskovic serves on the Global Advisory…

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  15. Phillip A Jones x Veneta Sydnor "The People's Attorney "

    I'm honored to have a candid conversation with Attorney Veneta L. Sydnor whose journey is both heart-wrenching and inspiring. Veneta's brother was incarcerated at the tender age of 17. Tired of getting the run around by attorneys, Veneta went to law school and became an attorney so she could...

  16. We Are The People- Phillip Alvin x Andy Williams Jr

    Host: Phillip A. Jones Instagram: Phillip A. Jones Linkedin: Phillip Alvin Jones X- Phillip A Jones Website: www.phillipajonesconsultingllc.com Guest: Andy Williams Andy Williams Jr., is an abolitionist, minister, social entrepreneur, and applicant for President of the United States," is taking a...

  17. Justice Delayed, Is Justice Denied: Phillip A. Jones X Bruce Bryan

    Bruce Bryan was wrongfully incarcerated at the age of 23 and went on to spend 29 long years in maximum-security prison in New York State. As a result of a corrupt prosecutor who consistently bribed witnesses, and simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time, Bruce was handed down a life...

  18. Episode 51: The Wall: Behind and Beyond Presents Humanizing Reentry & Rehabilitation w/Britney Jones

    Host Phillip A. Jones, Jr. talks with Britney Allen Jones, Founder and CEO of The Chad Lake Foundation about turning tragedy into triumph. Britney runs an organization that brings substantive and holistic support to justice-impacted men and women as they reintegrate into their communities.…

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  19. Episode 49: The Wall Behind and Beyond Presents Open Source Media and Government Transparency

    Host Phillip A. Jones talks to Geoffrey King, civil rights attorney and Executive Editor of Open Vallejo, the first non-profit news organization in Vallejo, California. After witnessing police violence in his hometown, Geoff used his education as well as his experiences as a litigator and founded...

  20. Episode 50: The Wall: Behind and Beyond Presents Collaboration in Reentry with Crystal Sheffield

    Host Phillip A. Jones, Jr. talks with Crystal Sheffield of Sacramento Area Reentry Collaborative about the changing face of reentry services. Crystal runs an organization that brings advocates and service providers together to pool resources and find alternative ways to support justice-impacted…

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  21. The Wall: Behind and Beyond Presents The Evolution of Reentry with Jacqueline Polverari

    Host Phillip A. Jones speaks with Jacqueline Polverari, MSCJ, Executive Director of Evolution Reentry Services. Ms. Polverari is an expert in the reentry arena, and brings her educational, professional and life experiences to the table in a big way for justice-impacted men and women and their...

  22. Inside Out Insights - Episode2

    In the second installment of our new series, we go behind the wall and talk to our incarcerated host, Philip A. Jones about his life, his work, and his advice to at-risk youth. Don't miss these short, hard-hitting dives into prison life, justice advocacy and the work we do here at The Wall…

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  23. Inside Out Insights - Episode 1

    In our new series, we go behind the wall and talk to our incarcerated host, Philip A. Jones about his life, his work, and his insights. Don't miss these short, hard-hitting dives into prison life, justice advocacy and the work we do here at The Wall: Behind and Beyond. #justicereform #prisonlife...

  24. The Wall: Behind and Beyond Presents Reimagining Justice Advocacy With Chris Stevens of A More Just America (Video)

    In this episode, we take a deep dive into the arena of justice advocacy with the Executive Director of a new nonprofit organization staffed entirely by justice-impacted men and women. Chris Stevens discusses his own experiences within the justice system, how they shaped his trajectory towards...

  25. Phillip speaks with David Shipley of The Appeal about Prison Reform in the United Kingdom

    In this incredible new episode, Phillip speaks with David Shipley, writer and prison reform advocate based in the United Kingdom. David discusses his experiences at HMP Hollesley Bay prison, and the differences between a closed custody environment and the open prison model used at Hollesley Bay....

  26. Redemption, Rehabilitation, and Remorse: The Sistas in Prison Reform w/ Juanita Belton

    Phillip speaks with powerful advocate Juanita Belton who makes up 1/3rd of the founding group Sistas in Prison Reform (SIP). She advocates along with Paulettra James and Santia Nance out of Virginia. The Sistas in Prison Reform is a group formed by three women who believe in redemption,...

  27. The Impact of Trauma and Prison on Adult Learning: Phillip talks with Em Daniels

    Phillip A. Jones speaks with Author and dynamic Educator Em Daniels. Author of Building a Trauma-Responsive Educational Practice. Em and Phillip discuss the challenges of the carceral system and highlight the challenges of the educational system behind the wall. Em emphasized why it’s so…

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  28. Vengeance Is Not A Sane Basis For Public Policy:: Phillip Talks w/ Jessica San Luis

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones talks with hometown Bay Area advocate Jessica San Luis who is the Executive Director of Small Axe Foundation. Their motto at Small Axe Foundation is: Sometimes, things fall apart. At Small Axe, they work directly with local businesses to provide crucial support…

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  29. Y Label Me: A Talk With Clothing Designer & Advocate Krys Snider

    On this episode Phillip speaks with Krys Snider (She/They). This fierce advocate is someone who has lived a full circle experience, first as a correctional officer, then as someone who experienced incarceration herself. Krys has a passion for criminal justice reform and work in the re-entry…

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  30. Paralegal and Wife Advocate Emily Castro Take On Sentencing And Prison System Injustices in Georgia

    Meet Mrs. Emily Castro fierce Georgia advocate for men and women incarcerated. Not only does she speak with incarcerated host Phillip about her many years as a paralegal but she’s also a staunch advocate for her husband who is currently incarcerated. For families who want to know how to help…

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  31. CROP: Building California Communities Where Justice-Involved People Can Thrive

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones passes the mic to RICHARD MIRELES, DIRECTOR OF OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT OF CREATING RESTORATIVE OPPORTUNITIES AND PROGRAMS (CROP). Mr. Mireles is also formerly incarcerated (21 yrs) and has been a beacon of hope for returning citizens. He is also one the hosts of…

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  32. Trauma, At The Heart of the Carceral System, Often Goes Untreated — an interview with Beth Chatham

    Incarcerated host Phillip speaks with Beth Chatham, LCSW-C an experienced Trauma informed therapist. Beth graduated from University of MD Baltimore County in 1992 with a double major in Social Work and Sociology. She received her Masters in Social Work in 2007 from Salisbury University. Beth has...

  33. The Challenge of Advocating For Incarcerated Loved Ones: An Interview w/ Arika Rodriguez

    Meet Mrs. Arika Rodriguez, a Georgia advocate whose husband is currently incarcerated. Arika’s husband is currently in need of substance abuse treatment. She shares their story of being arrested on conspiracy charges and her being detained while pregnant. Arika’s husband has been incarcerated…

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  34. Out For Justice Empowers Returning Citizens in Maryland to Make Policy Change in the Carceral System

    Meet Baltimore home town hero Mrs. Nicole Hanson-Mundell. This powerhouse is an expert on criminal justice policy and re-entry in Maryland. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Out for Justice, a member-led nonprofit organization for returning citizens working to reform local and...

  35. Neesa Hart Talks w/ Phillip about Reentry Obstacles and Her Foundation’s Work to Overcome Them

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Neesa Hart, Programming Director, of Stafford Handbells. The Stafford Regional Handbell Society is a non-profit community handbell organization in the Fredericksburg, VA area. Neesa says, “I Have Always Loved The Transformative Power Of Handbells....

  36. Lionheart Foundation: Nonprofit Dedicated To Transformational Programs Behind The Wall

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Robin Casarjian, Executive Director of The Lionheart Foundation. Phillip was excited to talk to Robin about the programming she has developed and implemented for prisoners and youth-at-risk based on her book Houses of Healing: A Prisoner’s Guide to...

  37. How the Rusty Diamond Network Lifts and Empowers Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women in Tx

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Rusty Diamond founder, Nicole Hutchison-Moore. This Momma Diamond can not take back that fateful night but her beginning and ending will move you to action and tears. Nicole says, God brought me to my knees on May 15, 2015. I stay humble in that...

  38. Intersections of Spirituality, Religion and Redemptive Justice: Phillip w writer & Advocate C Dreams

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Journalist and Advocate C Dreams. C Dreams is a theologian and religious historian, with a Bachelors in Theology (emphasis history) and a Master's in Theological Studies. She is a doctoral candidate at Amherst Theological Seminary. As a theologian and...

  39. Disrupting the Trauma to Prison Pipeline: Phillip Talks With Prison Reform Advocate David Garlock

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with justice impacted public speaker Mr. David Garlock. David Garlock is a successful returning citizen and criminal justice reform leader. Sharing his powerful testimony of grace and redemption, as well as leveraging his professional expertise and...

  40. A Beautiful Heart In Action: Incarcerated Host Phillip A Jones Speaks with Dr Clover Perez

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Dr. Clover Perez about all of her amazing ventures that are providing real solutions and re entry assistance to women and girls affected by the flawed “justice” system. Dr. Perez is the Founder and Executive Director of A Beautiful HEART Ministries...

  41. Education Behind the Wall: Phillip Talks with Education Journalist Charlotte West

    Tune in for a powerful discussion with Education Journalist Charlotte West to hear about the importance of education for men and women incarcerated throughout the country. The impact of education goes wells beyond the walls of prison, extending into the home and communities from which…

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  42. Georgia Women Advocates Speak Out For Prison Reform

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with 3 powerful prison advocates out of the state of Georgia. Arika Rodriguez, Nicole Haley and, C Dreams spoke with Phillip about the troubling conditions happening NOW in the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC). All 3 women have amazing organizations...

  43. Are Humane Prisons Even Possible? Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Brian Koehn Founder & CEO at Social Profit Corrections.

    Brian Koehn formed Social Profit Corrections, which received certification from the IRS as a 501.c.3. He has over 28 years of experience in the field of corrections serving in various leadership roles, including 14 years as a Complex Warden and Warden at five separate facilities, managing…

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  44. Cages and Cops Have Failed Us: a Conversation with Radical Activist and Artist Awkword

    AWKWORD: Labeled “Antifa militant” by Andy Ngo and “quite profound” by Chuck D of Public Enemy, AWKWORD has fought for justice and equality through protest song, political organizing, digital strategy and street journalism for nearly a quarter century. He is a co-founder of TEN DEMANDS…

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  45. Carrying On The Revolutionary Struggle: A Conversation W/ Jonathan Jackson, Artist, Writer

    Listen in as Phillip engages with Jonathan Peter Jackson Jr Jonathan Peter Jackson American Painter b. 1971 Born 8 1/2 months after his father died in a California courtroom shootout, Jonathan was forced to relocate more than 50 times before turning 17. With degrees in the arts from UC Berkeley,...

  46. Rest and Resist: the Power of Meditation For The Incarcerated Community w Tim Bryant onelovepmp.org

    Incarcerated host Phillip A Jones speaks with Tim Bryant, Founder and Executive Director Hear from Tim: I’ve been fortunate to conduct hundreds of prison meditation programs in the last 15 years. The first time I volunteered at Folsom Prison in California, I didn’t know what to expect. I was…

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  47. Learning From Our Mistakes: Strategies For Successful ReEntry w/ Tanaine Jenkins & Phillip A Jones

    Our host Phillip A. jones speaks with Powerhouse Tanaine Jenkins who shared with us how she helps returning citizens embrace their past and become everything they are, flaws and all! Find all of Tanaine’s exciting current and upcoming projects at: https://www.tanainejenkins.com/ #Reentry...

  48. Survival: What It Means Physically, Mentally, Spiritually

    Phillip talks to the GOAT of The Amazon, Master survivalist EJ Snyder! Phillip knows all to well what it means to survive dire circumstances as he has been incarcerated for 32yrs. This is why it was so important to talk with EJ Snyder about what it takes to survive the wilderness! You know EJ…

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  49. #Incarcerated Lives Matter, Q/A with Podcast Host Phillip A Jones. Incarcerated for 32 years.

    Phillip passes the mic and sits on the other side of the questions. He answers supporters questions plus a few more. Check him out!!

  50. From Life In Prison To Life Of Purpose: Phillip Talks W/ Entrepreneur, Artist, Advocate, & Author Chris Wilson

    From a life sentence to the masterplan: How Chris Wilson created a positive delusion to from a life in prison to being released to carry out the masterplan of helping others after 16 years of incarceration. #whatsyourendgame #Masterplan #ChrisWilsonFoundation

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The Wall: Behind and Beyond seeks to tackle misconceptions, myths, and societal issues that are the result of false narratives that are espoused by film and television. As told by currently incarcerated host, Phillip Jones.

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The Wall: Behind and Beyond seeks to tackle misconceptions, myths, and societal issues that are the result of false narratives that are espoused by film and television. As told by currently incarcerated host, Phillip Jones.

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