Choose Strong #127 | Greg Kelley | Turning Graveyards into Gardens
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Dec 23, 2025 Greg Kelley, a wrongfully convicted man turned ultramarathoner, shares his incredible journey of resilience. He recounts how a false accusation shattered his life but led him to triumph through faith and hard work. Greg discusses the flawed legal system, his eventual exoneration, and the founding of the Vindication Foundation to advocate for justice reform. He also highlights ultrarunning as a path to healing and his upcoming races. With projects like a documentary and a book in the works, Greg's message is one of hope and perseverance.
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Life Torn Apart By A False Accusation
- Greg Kelley recounts being wrongfully accused at 18 and how the accusation exploded his life overnight.
- He describes the shock of arrest, mugshots, and the immediate social and athletic fallout.
How An Outcry Can Drive A Conviction
- Greg highlights how Texas law can allow indictment on an outcry without traditional evidence.
- He emphasizes systemic risk when investigations and due process are bypassed.
Turning Himself In And The Jail Reality
- Greg describes being told a warrant existed and the surreal decision to turn himself in at 6 a.m.
- He remembers the dehumanizing handcuffs, a 13-hour booking, and the noise of the jail.