Candace Schoner
Candace Schoner
A Good Life Beyond Prison
A Good Life Beyond Prison
A Good Life Beyond Prison
Wednesday 17th November 2021
Candace Schoner talks with Gilie Garth about overcoming addiction, prison, and reclaiming her rights on 'Speaking Candidly with Candace'.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
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Candace Schoner
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!From Prescription Fraud to Political Activism: Gilie Garth's Story
I felt like a real human being again, that I was involved again in politics and like like I had been Many Years Ago.
Imagine finding yourself in a prison cell, stripped of your rights and grappling with addiction. That's where Gilie Garth's story begins. In this episode of 'Speaking Candidly with Candace', host Candace Schoner sits down with Gilie to unravel her remarkable journey from a felony conviction for prescription fraud to becoming an advocate for change. Gilie opens up about the harsh realities of life behind bars and the struggles of re-entering society after incarceration.
She shares how she fought to regain her right to vote, practice nursing, and even drive again. But more than that, Gilie discusses the emotional toll addiction took on her relationships and how she found her voice through political involvement. This episode is a testament to resilience and the power of support systems in rebuilding one's life. Whether you're looking for inspiration or seeking to understand the complexities of life post-incarceration, Gilie's story offers valuable insights and hope.
Tune in to hear how one woman turned her darkest moments into a life of advocacy and purpose.