Prison: The Hidden Sentence Podcast

Welcome. The purpose of this podcast and it's blog is to help educate and empower those who have or had a loved one in prison. Raising awareness one story at a time.Did you know that the chances are very high that someone you know has had a loved one incarcerated? Or maybe you are part of the millions of people in the US population who has had a loved one in the prison system? This Podcast is for you. Indirectly we are all affected, and if you have a loved one in prison you are probably doing the time even though you committed no crime. This is the hidden sentence that nobody talks about. The sentence does not end once your loved one is released either. Depending on the type of release he or she may still need to deal with probation or parole which carries its own set of regulations. So the prison issue continues for an indeterminable about of time. Prison: The Hidden Sentence is about those friends and family members on the outside.

Prison: The Hidden Sentence Podcast is a society podcast hosted by Julia Lazareck, with 113 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Julia Lazareck hosts Prison: The Hidden Sentence Podcast, a society show with 113 episodes published.

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  Episode #15

  Having A Brother In Federal Prison: Family, Distance, And The Fight For An International Prison Transfer

  Sep 24, 202638 minS5

  What happens to a family when a loved one is incarcerated in a U.S. Federal prison and the family lives in another country? In this episode, Nick shares his experience of having a brother in the American Federal prison system while living abroad, and the ripple effects that reach far beyond prison walls. He opens up about the toll on his mother, the isolation that siblings of incarcerated people quietly carry, and the practical realities most people never consider: restricted phone calls, near-impossible visits, immigration and travel barriers, and the emotional weight of watching from thousands of miles away.   Nick also walks through his ongoing effort to transfer his brother to Canada under the international prisoner transfer program, including what the process involves, why it matters for rehabilitation and family connection, and what he's learned trying to navigate it.   If you're a sibling, parent, or partner of someone who is incarcerated, or you want to better understand the hidden family cost of incarceration, this conversation is for you. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Prison: The Hidden Sentence Community today: https://prisonthehiddensentence.com/ LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

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  Episode #14

  Dave Dahl: From Prison To Dave’s Killer Bread—Transformation, Reentry & Changing Lives

  Sep 10, 202627 minS5

  He spent 15 years in prison—then co-founded Dave's Killer Bread and gave second chances to hundreds of formerly incarcerated people. In this episode of Prison: The Hidden Sentence, host Julia Lazareck talks with Dave Dahl about the rock-bottom moment that turned his life around, how he rebuilt his family relationships, and why second chances and successful reentry became his mission. A must-listen of hope and practical advice for returning citizens and families with incarcerated loved ones. Catch Dave as keynote speaker at the Connecting 4 Justice conference in San Antonio, September 30–October 2, 2026. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Prison: The Hidden Sentence Community today: https://prisonthehiddensentence.com/ LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

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  Episode #13

  Love Within Walls: A Death Row Love Story That Defied Stigma With Gigi Taylor

  Aug 27, 202653 minS5

  Prison, incarceration, and death row are often viewed through headlines—but what happens when love grows in a place most people never expect? In this powerful conversation, Gigi Taylor shares her unconventional love story with her husband, Michael, a man who has spent more than two decades incarcerated, including years on death row. Their relationship challenges the assumptions and stigma often attached to loving someone in prison and offers a deeper look at how connection, trust, and understanding can develop beyond prison walls. Through her journey, Gigi brings humanity to a story many people may not understand, showing the world the person behind the label and reminding us that incarcerated individuals are more than their convictions. Listen to this episode for a thoughtful and eye-opening conversation about love, stigma, incarceration, and the human connections that can exist in the most unexpected places. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Prison: The Hidden Sentence Community today: https://prisonthehiddensentence.com/ LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

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  Episode #12

  Prison And Parenthood: Raising A Daughter While My Husband Is Incarcerated

  Aug 20, 202639 minS5

  Prison doesn't just incarcerate one person—it changes countless lives. In this heartfelt episode of Prison: The Hidden Sentence, Rebecca shares what it's like raising her daughter while her husband is incarcerated. She opens up about the loneliness of parenting alone, who she can trust with their story, balancing the challenges her husband faces in prison with the needs of their family, and why she refuses to give up on the man she loves. As she navigates the uncertainty of incarceration and recovery, Rebecca hopes that by sharing her journey, others will feel less alone and more understood. Her story is a powerful reminder that incarceration reaches far beyond prison walls, affecting children, spouses, extended families, workplaces, friendships, and entire communities in ways that are often unseen, yet deeply felt. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Prison: The Hidden Sentence Community today: https://prisonthehiddensentence.com/ LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

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  Episode #11

  Walk In Our Shoes - Exploring Prison Visitation

  Aug 13, 202644 minS5

  What really happens during a prison visit? Most people never see beyond the security gates—however every visit leaves a lasting impact.   In this powerful recorded theatrical experience, you'll step into one prison visit through the eyes of those living it: a child, a grandmother, an incarcerated parent, a registration staff member, and a correctional officer. Inspired by the real experiences of families, incarcerated individuals, and prison staff, each perspective reveals a different side of the same moment.   There are no easy answers—only the human experiences that unfold on both sides of the bars. Listen with an open mind and discover how a single visit can shape lives in ways few people ever see. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Prison: The Hidden Sentence Community today: https://prisonthehiddensentence.com/ LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

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