Julie DeMarre, Shine A Light
paul@shinealightlv.com (Shine A Light & Julie DeMarre)
Jon Ponder: Hope for Prisoners
Jon Ponder: Hope for Prisoners
Jon Ponder: Hope for Prisoners
Tuesday 12th July 2022
Jon Ponder discusses his journey from inmate to advocate with Hope for Prisoners, highlighting the challenges of reentry and the power of community support.
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52 minutes
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Julie DeMarre, Shine A Light
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Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Jon Ponder's Journey: From Inmate to Advocate with Hope for Prisoners
We have been contacted by other jurisdictions across the country looking for us to export the model to their jurisdiction.
Imagine stepping out of prison and finding a world that’s moved on without you. That’s the reality Jon Ponder faced, but he turned his experience into something powerful. In this episode of Beneath the Neon Podcast, Jon shares his incredible story of transformation. Once a prisoner himself, Jon now leads Hope for Prisoners, a non-profit dedicated to helping former inmates reintegrate into society.
Through long-term support and services, his organization offers a lifeline to those trying to rebuild their lives and reconnect with their families and communities. The hosts—Paul, Rob, and Angelo—who have their own histories of addiction and homelessness, dive into Jon's journey from incarceration to receiving a presidential pardon. They explore the stigmas that surround addiction, mental health issues, and homelessness, particularly in Las Vegas.
The conversation touches on the importance of education and support in reentry programs, the hurdles faced by those newly released from prison, and the broader impact of Hope for Prisoners as it looks to expand nationally. Jon’s story is not just one of personal redemption but also a testament to the power of community and the potential for change.
If you're curious about how someone can turn their life around and then help others do the same, this episode is a must-listen.