A Felon and a Drunk

A Felon and a Drunk

A Felon and a Drunk

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The Catch Up

Sunday 27th January 2019

Ricky and Malcolm discuss using fitness and empathy to support their community. Listen to their journey on 'A Felon and a Drunk'.
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18 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
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Authentic

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A Felon and a Drunk
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Financial Health in Recovery
Stigma & Social Perspectives
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Fitness and Empathy: How Ricky and Malcolm Give Back

I'm going to die trying to change their fucking life, to turn them around, because I really care, I really, really, really care, and so I'm just so happy.
Ever wondered how fitness and empathy can change lives? In this episode of 'A Felon and a Drunk', Ricky and Malcolm share their journey of using these tools to give back to their community. Ricky opens up about his experiences with different inmate rehabilitation systems, contrasting The Geo Corporation with the Department of Corrections. He highlights how fitness became his lifeline after prison, leading him and Malcolm to start a nonprofit aimed at helping others facing similar struggles.
Their efforts have sparked remarkable transformations in halfway houses and facilities, which they now document through a vlog. This episode emphasizes the power of empathy and encourages listeners to incorporate it into their daily lives. Plus, there's a sneak peek into the next episode's topic on competition and its effects. Dive into this inspiring story of resilience and community support.