Sean Dustin
Sean Dustin
#142 Mitch Smiley, Hard Intentions!!! 39 Years In, Locked Up At 17, Released At 56...
#142 Mitch Smiley, Hard Intentions!!! 39 Years In, Locked Up At 17, Released At 56...
#142 Mitch Smiley, Hard Intentions!!! 39 Years In, Locked Up At 17, Released At 56...
Wednesday 3rd November 2021
Hear Mitch Smiley's journey from prison to purpose and how he's helping troubled youth on 'Nowhere To Go But Up'.
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Get the buttons here!Mitch Smiley: From Prison to Purpose, A Journey of Redemption
It's called the nowhere to go but a project, and I'm working to build a program because the youth authority is closing its doors in. If they hear it from guys that have been there, done that talk, sensible man, that that's who they wanna hear it from.
Ever wondered what it's like to turn a life of hardship into a mission of hope? In this compelling episode of 'Nowhere To Go But Up', host Sean Dustin sits down with Mitch Smiley, a man who spent nearly four decades behind bars. Mitch's story begins at 17, when he was sentenced to California state prison for aiding and abetting a second-degree murder. He was released at 56, and since then, his life has been nothing short of transformative.
Growing up in a violent neighborhood in California, Mitch was no stranger to conflict. Fighting and drug use became his norms, leading him down a dark path that ended in incarceration. Inside prison, he witnessed unimaginable violence but also found a spark of hope that would later fuel his journey to redemption.
Mitch shares how he used his time behind bars to dream up 'Hard Intentions', a business he started upon his release, thanks to support from unexpected allies like Jesse James from Orange County Choppers. But Mitch didn't stop there. His experiences led him to create the Nowhere To Go But Up project, aimed at helping troubled youth avoid the mistakes he made.
Drawing from his own struggles with addiction and self-sabotage, Mitch offers invaluable advice for those trying to rebuild their lives after incarceration. His story is a testament to the power of resilience and the human capacity for change. Mitch's journey is not just about personal redemption; it's about giving back. Through his project, he provides support and guidance to at-risk youth, offering them a chance at a brighter future.
His approach is deeply rooted in his own experiences, making his advice both practical and heartfelt. Tune in to hear Mitch Smiley's incredible story of overcoming adversity and transforming his life into a beacon of hope for others. Whether you're struggling with addiction, facing incarceration, or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you've fallen, there's always a way up.