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Great Big Owl
Great Big Owl
Magnus Appiah
Magnus Appiah
Wednesday 6th October 2021
Hear Magnus Appiah's inspiring story of turning from prisoner to peacemaker, co-founding 'Squash Da Beef' to help youth avoid violence.
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24 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Great Big Owl
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Actor Jason Flemyng interviews former prisoners and people in recovery with powerful stories to tell, exploring their struggle to turn their lives around and challenging the barriers and stigmas t...(view more)
Categories:
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Success Stories
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Body & Mind
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!From Cellmates to Changemakers: Magnus Appiah's Mission to Squash Da Beef
We're trying to break that cord, break that...It's so important, especially to the kids, young kids.
Picture this: you're in a prison cell with a rival gang member, and instead of the expected showdown, you find common ground. That's exactly what happened to Magnus Appiah and Nicky Harris. In this episode of 'More Than My Past', hosted by actor Jason Flemyng, Magnus shares his extraordinary journey from incarceration to becoming a beacon of hope for young people.
Magnus, who co-founded 'Squash Da Beef', opens up about his nearly decade-long stint in prison and how a chance encounter with Nicky Harris led to a life-changing project. Instead of fighting, they talked, realizing the power of reconciliation. Now, they visit schools, conducting workshops aimed at steering young lives away from violence. Magnus emphasizes the critical role of family support and the transformative impact of storytelling. He also touches on the challenges posed by COVID-19 in prisons.
This episode is a compelling listen for anyone interested in stories of redemption and the incredible resilience of the human spirit.