Throwback: 32 Years of Injustice - John Huffington’s Journey from Wrongful Conviction to Exoneration
I’ve taken a longer break than planned after my health took a turn last year, I’m still giving myself the time I need to properly rest. In the meantime, I’m sharing a throwback episode to let you know I’m still here. New episodes are coming once my energy is fully back and I can’t wait to get behind the mic again. Lots of Love, Angie xox
Wrongfully convicted, John was sentenced to death and spent over 32 years behind bars before his exoneration.
In this eye-opening episode, we explore the harsh realities of prison life and the power of hope and resilience through John Huffington's story and the valuable life lessons he learned.
We also delve into his advocacy for proper reentry programs, addressing systemic issues like the "school to prison pipeline" and the importance of humanising inmates.
John is a trainer for statewide, mandated training programs in the Illinois Police Academies, presenting Wrongful Conviction Awareness and Avoidance classes. This training is the first of its kind for law enforcement in the United States. John also serves as a consultant in workforce development and criminal justice reform. Today, July 22nd, is John's Freedom Day. Happy 11th Freedom Day to you, John!
If you like this episode you will enjoy episode #099 What If You Were Innocent? Feat Dr Louise Hewitt
Content note: This episode contains sensitive content, discretion is advised.
Find John:
https://www.johnhuffington.com/
https://www.instagram.com/huffingtonjohn/
His book Innocent an Obscene Miscarriage of Justice (available at Barnes & Nobles, Amazon Worldwide, Everand App in the UK)
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