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Joe & Amy: Building Strength and Family Despite the System - Season 5 Episode 3
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What happens when a career in law enforcement collides with unexpected personal and legal challenges? In this episode of Amplified Voices, Amber and Jason discover Joe and Amy's extraordinary journey. Joe, a former law enforcement officer, shares his story of camaraderie and disillusionment within the justice system. He opens up about his middle-class upbringing in Michigan, his educational and athletic pursuits, and what he saw in the system that led him to adopt a more empathetic view towards incarcerated people.
Joe recounts the bewildering experience of facing allegations that challenged his understanding of the law and his own actions. Explore the profound impact on Joe and Amy's life as they navigate post-incarceration challenges, from probation and registry restrictions to societal judgment. Learn how they built a supportive relationship and a loving environment for their son, despite encountering significant hurdles like employment difficulties and community stigma. Together, Joe and Amy's story is a testament to the power of resilience, the strength of familial support, and the ongoing fight for justice and fair treatment.
Organizations mentioned in the episode:
United Voices for Sex Offense Reform
Women Against Registry
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Kapitler
1. Amplified Voices (00:00:00)
2. Crisis (00:08:48)
3. Navigating Relationships After Incarceration (00:24:40)
4. Navigating Life on the Registry (00:31:45)
5. Challenges and Triumphs of Rebuilding (00:38:52)
6. Navigating Life on the Registry (00:54:10)
47 episoder
Manage episode 420824951 series 2793608
What happens when a career in law enforcement collides with unexpected personal and legal challenges? In this episode of Amplified Voices, Amber and Jason discover Joe and Amy's extraordinary journey. Joe, a former law enforcement officer, shares his story of camaraderie and disillusionment within the justice system. He opens up about his middle-class upbringing in Michigan, his educational and athletic pursuits, and what he saw in the system that led him to adopt a more empathetic view towards incarcerated people.
Joe recounts the bewildering experience of facing allegations that challenged his understanding of the law and his own actions. Explore the profound impact on Joe and Amy's life as they navigate post-incarceration challenges, from probation and registry restrictions to societal judgment. Learn how they built a supportive relationship and a loving environment for their son, despite encountering significant hurdles like employment difficulties and community stigma. Together, Joe and Amy's story is a testament to the power of resilience, the strength of familial support, and the ongoing fight for justice and fair treatment.
Organizations mentioned in the episode:
United Voices for Sex Offense Reform
Women Against Registry
Support the show
Kapitler
1. Amplified Voices (00:00:00)
2. Crisis (00:08:48)
3. Navigating Relationships After Incarceration (00:24:40)
4. Navigating Life on the Registry (00:31:45)
5. Challenges and Triumphs of Rebuilding (00:38:52)
6. Navigating Life on the Registry (00:54:10)
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