The Inside Circle Podcast with Eldra Jackson III
Eldra Jackson III
Welcome to the Inside Circle podcast with your host Eldra Jackson III.
Eldra spent over a decade unlearning dangerous lessons about masculinity and finding freedom while serving 24 years in prison. In conversation with leaders from all walks of life who have overcome some of lifes' greatest challenges, The Inside Circle podcast aims to broaden our concept of personal transformation, 'men's work', and what it means to 'lead change from within'. Beyond the manufactured constructs of race, class, gender, and even criminal history, this deep dive exposes the heart of our shared humanity, revealing prison as an intensely personal state of mind that can be transcended at any time.
Eldra is the Co-Executive Director of Inside Circle, a non-profit organization that supports justice involved people in transforming their lives. Featured in the documentary The Work while he was still incarcerated at New Folsom prison, Eldra's TEDTalk about his personal journey received over 1.2 million views. The Inside Circle Podcast - where your truth will set you free.
Learn more at www.insidecircle.org.
Eldra spent over a decade unlearning dangerous lessons about masculinity and finding freedom while serving 24 years in prison. In conversation with leaders from all walks of life who have overcome some of lifes' greatest challenges, The Inside Circle podcast aims to broaden our concept of personal transformation, 'men's work', and what it means to 'lead change from within'. Beyond the manufactured constructs of race, class, gender, and even criminal history, this deep dive exposes the heart of our shared humanity, revealing prison as an intensely personal state of mind that can be transcended at any time.
Eldra is the Co-Executive Director of Inside Circle, a non-profit organization that supports justice involved people in transforming their lives. Featured in the documentary The Work while he was still incarcerated at New Folsom prison, Eldra's TEDTalk about his personal journey received over 1.2 million views. The Inside Circle Podcast - where your truth will set you free.
Learn more at www.insidecircle.org.
Episodes
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Feb 12, 2021 • 46min
Queens of the Circle, Wives and Partners of Incarcerated Men Tell Their Stories
Sarah, Rachel, Ciera, Heather, and Holly are all married or in long-term relationships with current or formerly incarcerated men who are part of Inside Circle. With Eldra Jackson III guiding the conversation, they share the joys, challenges, and endless indignities of loving men on the inside. These incredible women urge us to remember the great humanity and love of which we are all capable.
Jan 29, 2021 • 37min
From the High Chair to the Electric Chair with Fritzi Horstman, Founder of Compassion Prison Project
Fritzi Horstman, Founder of Compassion Prison Project, is committed to better understanding the impacts of trauma on mental health and incarceration, and increasing awareness of these issues. With Eldra Jackson of Inside Circle, she shares a thorough explanation of childhood trauma's effects, and digs wholeheartedly into the personal experiences that have shaped her work.
Jan 15, 2021 • 40min
Rock Formula with Dan Doty, Founder of Evryman
From leading 4-month-long wilderness retreats for opportunity youth to teaching high school in New York City, Dan Doty, Founder of the men's group community, Evryman, has been committed to finding work that makes him feel vibrant and connected to our beautiful world. Eldra Jackson of Inside Circle finds inspiration and joy in Dan's experiences overcoming obstacles and staying on his path.
Jan 15, 2021 • 44min
I'm not your cellmate, I'm your soulmate, with Sheila Bruno, Founder of Wife After Prison
When her husband started to become angry and withdrawn several years after leaving prison, Sheila Bruno was inspired to create Wife After Prison, a community of mutual support for current and formerly incarcerated people and their families. Sheila and Eldra dive deep into pain, challenges, hope, and love.
Jan 15, 2021 • 40min
Sneaking Ain't All Bad with Zayre Eure, Participant in Young Adult Empowerment Program
At twenty-three years old, Zayre Eure has already spent eight years in juvenile prison and is building a stable life on the outside with the support of Inside Circle and the Annie E. Casey Foundation's Young Adult Empowerment Program. Hear what unfolds for him after sneaking into his first circle.
Jan 6, 2021 • 2min
Trailer: The Inside Circle Podcast with Eldra Jackson III
Welcome to the Inside Circle podcast with your host Eldra Jackson III. Eldra spent over a decade unlearning dangerous lessons about masculinity and finding freedom while serving 24 years in prison.In conversation with leaders from all walks of life who have overcome some of lifes' greatest challenges, The Inside Circle podcast aims to broaden our concept of personal transformation, 'men's work', and what it means to 'lead change from within'. Beyond the manufactured constructs of race, class, gender, and even criminal history, this deep dive exposes the heart of our shared humanity, revealing prison as an intensely personal state of mind that can be transcended at any time. Eldra is the Co-Executive Director of Inside Circle, a non-profit organization that supports justice involved people in transforming their lives. Featured in the documentary The Work while he was still incarcerated at New Folsom prison, Eldra's TEDTalk about his personal journey received over 1.2 million views. The Inside Circle Podcast - where your truth will set you free. Learn more at www.insidecircle.org.
