Rev. Dr. Michelle Anne Simmons
Founder of Why Not Prosper, an organization that provides support for women after they exit the prison system.
Best podcasts with Rev. Dr. Michelle Anne Simmons
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Jan 15, 2024 • 54min
The Light Inside: Empowering Incarcerated People Through Meditation
Thom Knoles, a panel participant at a fundraiser for The Light Inside, discusses the impact of Vedic Meditation on inmates. The founder of The Light Inside, Joh Jarvis, shares the vision behind the organization. Rev. Dr. Michelle Anne Simmons talks about supporting women after they leave the prison system. The podcast explores teaching meditation in prisons and overcoming resistance. It also highlights the challenges of teaching in violent jails like Rikers Island.
