The Path Forward Podcast

Welcome to The Path Forward Podcast. My name is Augie Ghilarducci, and I know what it's like to need a second chance. After making some really horrible choices and bad decisions, I found myself incarcerated for 13 years. My path allowed me to face my mistakes, to admit my greed, and to re-discover my faith. On this podcast, I will be bringing incredible guests who have walked down the path of re-entry. Their journeys provide inspiration, hope, and resources. Please join me on The Path Forward Podcast™, where incarceration doesn't define us; it's just one chapter of our book. There are many chapters yet to be written. Brought to you by 2nd Opportunity .

The Path Forward Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Augie Ghilarducci, with 42 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Augie Ghilarducci hosts The Path Forward Podcast, a education show with 42 episodes published.

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  Episode #39

  Ep 39: Addiction, Incarceration & the Power of Asking for Help

  Jul 16, 202540 minS0

  💡 In This Episode<br />David Whitesock, founder and CEO of Commonly Well, shares his journey from a troubled youth in North Dakota to overcoming addiction and incarceration. David discusses the pivotal moments in his life, including the judge's intervention that led him to a sobriety program, the importance of mentorship, and his eventual transformation through education and the creation of the Recovery Capital Index. This tool aims to help individuals in recovery assess their strengths and weaknesses, guiding them towards a more successful reintegration into society. David emphasizes the need for systemic change in how society supports those in recovery and...

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  Episode #38

  Ep 38: My Journey to Employment after Incarceration

  Jun 30, 202532 minS0

  💡 In This Episode<br />Augie speaks with Courtney Buchholz about her journey from a troubled past to finding purpose through employment and education. Courtney shares her experiences with addiction, the challenges of reentry into society, and the importance of education, culminating in her recent achievement of obtaining a GED. She discusses her work with the Center for Employment Opportunities (ceoworks.org), the Emerging Leadership Program, and how her lived experiences have shaped her perspective and career aspirations.<br /><br />🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward<br /><br />📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook<br />Our workbook, created by a formerly...

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  Episode #37

  Ep 37: From the Streets of Compton to Global Speaker

  Jun 17, 202529 minS0

  💡 In This Episode<br />Dr. Will Moreland, president of Moreland Training & Associates, shares his extraordinary journey from a troubled youth in Compton, California to becoming an Army veteran, global speaker, and author of over 50 books on personal development. Dr. Moreland reflects on the critical turning point when a judge gave him a second chance — one that led him to enlist in the military and change the course of his life. He dives into the role mentorship, vision, and discipline played in shaping his future, and why civility — intentionally treating others with respect — is key to reducing conflict and building stronger communiti...

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  Episode #36

  Ep 36: The Mascot

  Jun 3, 202527 minS0

  💡 In This Episode<br />In this special episode of The Path Forward Podcast, host Augie introduces Nunzio—the show’s official mascot—and shares the heart behind the podcast: to bring hope, inspiration, and real resources to those impacted by incarceration.<br />Augie takes listeners inside the mission of the 2nd Opportunity Program, a powerful initiative designed to support reentry through life skills training, employment readiness, and access to essential resources. He speaks candidly about the importance of mental preparation, the value of skill-building, and the courage it takes to ask for help.<br />Whether you're currently incarcerated, recently released, or suppor...

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  Episode #34

  Ep 35: How I Turned Time Served into Service

  May 19, 202536 minS0

  💡 In This Episode<br />Augie sits down with DeAndre Brown, whose early life was shaped by hardship and family struggles that led him down a difficult path. But behind the prison walls, DeAndre made a decision that would change everything—he transformed his mindset, took accountability, and became a model of what’s possible when purpose meets perseverance.<br /><br />🔗 Resources to Help You Move Forward<br /><br />📘 Create Your Reentry Plan with Our Workbook<br />Our workbook, created by a formerly incarcerated individual with lived experience, is designed to help you  build a personalized plan for success after incarceration.<br />➡️ Buy it...

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