
A podcast for anyone who has spent time in prison or is close to someone who has. Featuring incredible stories from people who've been inside, plus advice and support for those recently released. Follow us at @afterprisonpod on Instagram and X and @lifeafterprisonpod on TikTok
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 166 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | True CrimePersonal JournalsSociety & Culture | |||

This week we’re joined by Rhia a mother, a widow, and a woman who has transformed deep adversity into a driving force for change. In the aftermath of her partners death, her life took a turn, and she would soon become involved in drug activities, res... more
This week we are joined by author and poet Will Pendray. His debut poetry collection Overgrown contains extracts from throughout his sentence, where he would use poetry to work through the things he was dealing with. Whilst serving his sentence, Will... more
This week we’re joined by speaker and author Charlie-Sam Newman, whose mission is simple, ‘To help people unlock their true potential’. From a very young age Charlie had experienced traumas that would shape her adolescence. After seeking safety at a ... more
Today on the couch, we’re joined by someone whose story goes beyond music. A respected voice in UK rap for over 20 years, he’s starred in Top Boy and worked with Oscar-winning director Steve McQueen. He’s been through the criminal justice system and ... more
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A frustrating listen for any hardworking, law-abiding citizens. Getting all sorts of education in prison that I had to pay a hefty sum for! Seems they weren’t wrong about prison being a holiday camp.
I listened to the episode with Chris Atkins and thoroughly enjoyed it. I’d recommend this to anyone who wants to listen to a truly authentic podcast with two ‘real’ people speaking unscripted and from the heart. Keep up the good work!
Good concept and issues!
Their early stuff was unpolished and not so great but let's hope with time and experience it improves.
This podcast is so important. Educational while still being accessible and offering real and practical help that could really transform someone’s life.
Zak and Jules should be so proud of the hard work they put into this show and know that everyone listening is so grateful!
I recommend this podcast to everyone I know, whether they have had experience with the prison system or not I think it’s really crucial that the public understand the complexities of life in and after prison and have an oppo... more
Really enjoyed listening to the latest episode about the gambler. It’s a very inspiring motivating story as to how addictions can be overcome and how people can turn their lives around. it was a good insight into the prison system and how that all works as it is a completely different bought one that we know. Thank you so much for allowing us to share this journey.
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This show centers on people who have spent time in prison, featuring first-hand accounts of rehabilitation, entrepreneurship, advocacy, and personal transformation. Episodes highlight resilience, community support, and practical pathways to reintegration, often through education, mentorship, and social impact work. A distinguishing trait is inviting a mix of ex-offenders, advocates, artists, and business owners who share actionable stories, not just recounting hardship but illustrating how second chances can take shape across careers and communities.
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Life After Prison launched 4 years ago and published 166 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Life After Prison include:
1. Will Pendray
2. Charlie-Sam Newman
3. Paula Harriott
4. Christian O'Reilly
5. Dan Whyte
6. Gina Moffat
7. Big Stygs
8. Chris Baker
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