One Day & A Wake-Up Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/one-day-crj ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is production of Colorado Radio for Justice. It's a show about doing time... getting out... and where we go from here. In prison slang, "one day and a wake-up" means you're almost free: just one more day before you walk out the gate. On this show, we walk out the gates together, hearing real stories from those who’ve lived it, exploring struggles, hopes, and the road to redemption. www.radioforjustice.org 2025 Colorado Radio for Justice 2573e43b-5278-5af4-8408-104382cb941a yes Ryan Conarro What is Colorado Radio for Justice? en Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:34:12 -0700 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:18:24 -0800 http://www.radioforjustice.org https://img.transistorcdn.com/GTCKFFmkTSXIOpCmH9QUNhGfi5LOv5WrQcZT1l7OwzQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82ZDFj/YTIxNGEyYzNjMDNj/ZGM2Yzk0MDc2NWNm/NTE5Yi5qcGc.jpg One Day & A Wake-Up http://www.radioforjustice.org episodic Colorado Radio for Justice ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is production of Colorado Radio for Justice. It's a show about doing time... getting out... and where we go from here. In prison slang, "one day and a wake-up" means you're almost free: just one more day before you walk out the gate. On this show, we walk out the gates together, hearing real stories from those who’ve lived it, exploring struggles, hopes, and the road to redemption. www.radioforjustice.org ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is production of Colorado Radio for Justice. prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system Colorado Radio for Justice No No Rick Dryer: Jailhouse Lawyering Rick Dryer: Jailhouse Lawyering full 7b621601-9195-4b55-82be-df7e4130c2c8 https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/rick-dryer-jailhouse-lawyering Rick Dryer, a leading voice in fair-chance employment in Colorado, sits down with Colorado Radio for Justice host Herbert Alexander. Dryer shares about his journey through the Colorado Department of Corrections, and how he’s used his skills both then and now to navigate the criminal-legal system and to help others do the same, after incarceration.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> Rick Dryer, a leading voice in fair-chance employment in Colorado, sits down with Colorado Radio for Justice host Herbert Alexander. Dryer shares about his journey through the Colorado Department of Corrections, and how he’s used his skills both then and now to navigate the criminal-legal system and to help others do the same, after incarceration.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> Wed, 25 Jun 2025 05:46:34 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1920 Rick Dryer, a leading voice in fair-chance employment in Colorado, sits down with Colorado Radio for Justice host Herbert Alexander. Dryer shares about his journey through the Colorado Department of Corrections, and how he’s used his skills both then and now to navigate the criminal-legal system and to help others do the same, after incarceration.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Trevor Jones: CrossFit & Second Chances Trevor Jones: CrossFit & Second Chances full 2b8cb264-eb35-4524-9b2a-6916be7f3c90 https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/trevor-jones Trevor Jones, a former fellow resident of the Colorado Department of Corrections alongside host Herbert Alexander, recounts his experience of being sentenced to life without parole at the age of 17. He shares how he was re-sentenced and released after 21 years served… followed by the ups and downs of reentry, and how CrossFit continues to support him through the power of positivity and community.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> Trevor Jones, a former fellow resident of the Colorado Department of Corrections alongside host Herbert Alexander, recounts his experience of being sentenced to life without parole at the age of 17. He shares how he was re-sentenced and released after 21 years served… followed by the ups and downs of reentry, and how CrossFit continues to support him through the power of positivity and community.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:39:36 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1732 Trevor Jones, a former fellow resident of the Colorado Department of Corrections alongside host Herbert Alexander, recounts his experience of being sentenced to life without parole at the age of 17. He shares how he was re-sentenced and released after 21 years served… followed by the ups and downs of reentry, and how CrossFit continues to support him through the power of positivity and community.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Cullen Barnes: Learning to Live Outside Prison Cullen Barnes: Learning to Live Outside Prison full aae1ef75-fb0e-4a34-b11a-876a180cc5f4 https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/cullen-barnes-learning-to-live-outside-prison Cullen Barnes sits down with CRJ's Herbert Alexander to share his journey through incarceration: from being selected for the Colorado Department of Corrections Juveniles Convicted As Adults Program (JCAP), to overcoming the many mental and practical challenges of re-entering society. 


ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Cullen Barnes sits down with CRJ's Herbert Alexander to share his journey through incarceration: from being selected for the Colorado Department of Corrections Juveniles Convicted As Adults Program (JCAP), to overcoming the many mental and practical challenges of re-entering society. 


ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Wed, 11 Jun 2025 21:00:28 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1566 Cullen Barnes sits down with CRJ's Herbert Alexander to share his journey through incarceration: from being selected for the Colorado Department of Corrections Juveniles Convicted As Adults Program (JCAP), to overcoming the many mental and practical challenges of re-entering society. 


ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Emmitt Compito: Sentenced to 84 Years Emmitt Compito: Sentenced to 84 Years full 68848ae7-948f-4511-8449-5b4c500e179a https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/emmitt-compito-sentenced-to-84-years CRJ host Herbert Alexander chats with his longtime friend Emmitt Compito about his journey after being sentenced to 84 years in prison in Colorado. They delve into how, with the help of his service dog, Emmitt confronted the challenges of reentry. They emphasize the critical importance of having a strong support system, following parole rules, and the determination to better oneself for successful reintegration.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> CRJ host Herbert Alexander chats with his longtime friend Emmitt Compito about his journey after being sentenced to 84 years in prison in Colorado. They delve into how, with the help of his service dog, Emmitt confronted the challenges of reentry. They emphasize the critical importance of having a strong support system, following parole rules, and the determination to better oneself for successful reintegration.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Mon, 02 Jun 2025 08:10:00 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1738 CRJ host Herbert Alexander chats with his longtime friend Emmitt Compito about his journey after being sentenced to 84 years in prison in Colorado. They delve into how, with the help of his service dog, Emmitt confronted the challenges of reentry. They emphasize the critical importance of having a strong support system, following parole rules, and the determination to better oneself for successful reintegration.

ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Tiffany McCoy: Sticking to the Long Game Tiffany McCoy: Sticking to the Long Game full aca0795d-3608-411a-a79f-d21309e0c0bd https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/tiffany-mccoy-sticking-to-the-long-game Host Herbert Alexander talks with Colorado Radio for Justice producer Tiffany McCoy, who recently transitioned from a 16-year prison sentence to life at Project Elevate halfway house in Denver. Tiffany shares about her challenges navigating new technology, old family dynamics, and reconnecting with her 16-year-old daughter. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Host Herbert Alexander talks with Colorado Radio for Justice producer Tiffany McCoy, who recently transitioned from a 16-year prison sentence to life at Project Elevate halfway house in Denver. Tiffany shares about her challenges navigating new technology, old family dynamics, and reconnecting with her 16-year-old daughter. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Tue, 20 May 2025 08:52:54 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1761 Host Herbert Alexander talks with Colorado Radio for Justice producer Tiffany McCoy, who recently transitioned from a 16-year prison sentence to life at Project Elevate halfway house in Denver. Tiffany shares about her challenges navigating new technology, old family dynamics, and reconnecting with her 16-year-old daughter. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Sean Mueller: From Cell to Scholar Sean Mueller: From Cell to Scholar full 6480399b-ff28-4849-8a27-b760e3f403c5 https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/sean-mueller-from-cell-to-scholar In a special episode recorded at the University of Colorado-Denver Department of Communications, Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander sit down with Sean Mueller, who served 14 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections followed by 6 months in Community Corrections (aka a halfway house). Sean articulates the impact education has had during and after his prison journey, including his experiences in the CU Strategic Communication program. Our hosts reflect back to Sean their own experiences of community-building people and programs that change the trajectory for those inside prison and on their way out the gate. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> In a special episode recorded at the University of Colorado-Denver Department of Communications, Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander sit down with Sean Mueller, who served 14 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections followed by 6 months in Community Corrections (aka a halfway house). Sean articulates the impact education has had during and after his prison journey, including his experiences in the CU Strategic Communication program. Our hosts reflect back to Sean their own experiences of community-building people and programs that change the trajectory for those inside prison and on their way out the gate. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> Mon, 12 May 2025 08:00:00 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1714 In a special episode recorded at the University of Colorado-Denver Department of Communications, Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander sit down with Sean Mueller, who served 14 years in the Colorado Department of Corrections followed by 6 months in Community Corrections (aka a halfway house). Sean articulates the impact education has had during and after his prison journey, including his experiences in the CU Strategic Communication program. Our hosts reflect back to Sean their own experiences of community-building people and programs that change the trajectory for those inside prison and on their way out the gate. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a production of Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org


]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Seth Ready: From 'Another Number' to Another Life Seth Ready: From 'Another Number' to Another Life full a1df8c0a-da43-42eb-a97b-9eb327a3115b https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/seth-ready-from-another-number-to-another-life Herbert Alexander from the Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ) team interviews our own Seth Ready, who shares his journey of incarceration over an 18-year period in Colorado, his struggles with addiction, and his one days and wake-ups. (Spoiler: there's more than one.) The conversation highlights the power of a positive mindset and of finding meaningful work. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Herbert Alexander from the Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ) team interviews our own Seth Ready, who shares his journey of incarceration over an 18-year period in Colorado, his struggles with addiction, and his one days and wake-ups. (Spoiler: there's more than one.) The conversation highlights the power of a positive mindset and of finding meaningful work. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Mon, 05 May 2025 18:53:34 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1721 Herbert Alexander from the Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ) team interviews our own Seth Ready, who shares his journey of incarceration over an 18-year period in Colorado, his struggles with addiction, and his one days and wake-ups. (Spoiler: there's more than one.) The conversation highlights the power of a positive mindset and of finding meaningful work. ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Pam Clifton: Harnessing Hope Pam Clifton: Harnessing Hope full 6ed114fa-643a-465a-b791-069affff1d1f https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/pam-clifton-harnessing-hope ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Seth Ready is joined by Pam Clifton, who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to becoming a leader in criminal legal reform and reuniting with her children. She opens up about monumental challenges she faced in prison — including the preventable stillbirth of her daughter — and how those experiences motivated her to fight for legislative change to protect others. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Seth Ready is joined by Pam Clifton, who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to becoming a leader in criminal legal reform and reuniting with her children. She opens up about monumental challenges she faced in prison — including the preventable stillbirth of her daughter — and how those experiences motivated her to fight for legislative change to protect others. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:20:27 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 2614 ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Seth Ready is joined by Pam Clifton, who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to becoming a leader in criminal legal reform and reuniting with her children. She opens up about monumental challenges she faced in prison — including the preventable stillbirth of her daughter — and how those experiences motivated her to fight for legislative change to protect others. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Demone Smith: Resilience After Release Demone Smith: Resilience After Release full 07908110-23fe-45e7-880b-2fc8d7bfb456 https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/demone-smith-resilience-after-release ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Herbert Alexander sits down with Demone Smith to discuss Demone's experiences during his final days in prison and his subsequent success in readjusting to life outside. Demone shares insights on his 7-plus-year incarceration, his unexpected early release to a halfway house, and the challenges he faced reintegrating into society. The conversation also explores the psychological impacts of prison, the challenges that lead to recidivism, and practical advice for others transitioning from incarceration to freedom. www.radioforjustice.org

00:00 Welcome
01:14 Demone's Experience in Prison
01:58 Preparing for Release
05:23 First Days at the Halfway House
06:44 Finding Employment
08:10 Adjusting to Life Outside
12:57 Reflections and Memories
14:31 Advice for Life After Prison
15:03 Challenges and Support Systems
16:14 Avoiding Distractions
17:01 Social Media
17:41 Finding Hobbies and Staying Focused
18:53 The Importance of Discipline
20:10 Mental Preparation for Release
21:50 Overcoming Post-Prison Challenges
27:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell

]]> ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Herbert Alexander sits down with Demone Smith to discuss Demone's experiences during his final days in prison and his subsequent success in readjusting to life outside. Demone shares insights on his 7-plus-year incarceration, his unexpected early release to a halfway house, and the challenges he faced reintegrating into society. The conversation also explores the psychological impacts of prison, the challenges that lead to recidivism, and practical advice for others transitioning from incarceration to freedom. www.radioforjustice.org

00:00 Welcome
01:14 Demone's Experience in Prison
01:58 Preparing for Release
05:23 First Days at the Halfway House
06:44 Finding Employment
08:10 Adjusting to Life Outside
12:57 Reflections and Memories
14:31 Advice for Life After Prison
15:03 Challenges and Support Systems
16:14 Avoiding Distractions
17:01 Social Media
17:41 Finding Hobbies and Staying Focused
18:53 The Importance of Discipline
20:10 Mental Preparation for Release
21:50 Overcoming Post-Prison Challenges
27:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell

]]> Mon, 21 Apr 2025 08:16:00 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1763 ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice (CRJ). In this episode, CRJ host Herbert Alexander sits down with Demone Smith to discuss Demone's experiences during his final days in prison and his subsequent success in readjusting to life outside. Demone shares insights on his 7-plus-year incarceration, his unexpected early release to a halfway house, and the challenges he faced reintegrating into society. The conversation also explores the psychological impacts of prison, the challenges that lead to recidivism, and practical advice for others transitioning from incarceration to freedom. www.radioforjustice.org

00:00 Welcome
01:14 Demone's Experience in Prison
01:58 Preparing for Release
05:23 First Days at the Halfway House
06:44 Finding Employment
08:10 Adjusting to Life Outside
12:57 Reflections and Memories
14:31 Advice for Life After Prison
15:03 Challenges and Support Systems
16:14 Avoiding Distractions
17:01 Social Media
17:41 Finding Hobbies and Staying Focused
18:53 The Importance of Discipline
20:10 Mental Preparation for Release
21:50 Overcoming Post-Prison Challenges
27:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Kyle Giddings: From Addiction to Advocacy Kyle Giddings: From Addiction to Advocacy full 6c165436-5173-4481-87e6-b64fb5275cd3 https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/kyle-giddings ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. In this episode, Kyle Giddings of Denver shares his journey from teen substance abuse, through incarceration, to becoming a fervent advocate for voting rights for the incarcerated and formerly incarcerated communities, in his work as Deputy Director at the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition. He shares with hosts Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander about a pivotal moment during his time at the Intervention Community Corrections Services (ICCS) halfway house in Lakewood. Kyle discusses the importance of community support, the need for systemic change, and the impact of Senate Bill 72, which expanded voting access in Colorado jails. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. In this episode, Kyle Giddings of Denver shares his journey from teen substance abuse, through incarceration, to becoming a fervent advocate for voting rights for the incarcerated and formerly incarcerated communities, in his work as Deputy Director at the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition. He shares with hosts Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander about a pivotal moment during his time at the Intervention Community Corrections Services (ICCS) halfway house in Lakewood. Kyle discusses the importance of community support, the need for systemic change, and the impact of Senate Bill 72, which expanded voting access in Colorado jails. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:08:09 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 1711 ONE DAY & A WAKE-UP is a podcast by Colorado Radio for Justice. In this episode, Kyle Giddings of Denver shares his journey from teen substance abuse, through incarceration, to becoming a fervent advocate for voting rights for the incarcerated and formerly incarcerated communities, in his work as Deputy Director at the Colorado Criminal Justice Reform Coalition. He shares with hosts Seth Ready and Herbert Alexander about a pivotal moment during his time at the Intervention Community Corrections Services (ICCS) halfway house in Lakewood. Kyle discusses the importance of community support, the need for systemic change, and the impact of Senate Bill 72, which expanded voting access in Colorado jails. www.radioforjustice.org

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No What is Colorado Radio for Justice? What is Colorado Radio for Justice? trailer 843176f6-56f9-4ff6-8248-865d501b6d89 https://One-Day-CRJ.transistor.fm/episodes/what-is-colorado-radio-for-justice What is Colorado Radio for Justice? Learn about the organization behind this show, One Day & A Wake-Up.

]]> What is Colorado Radio for Justice? Learn about the organization behind this show, One Day & A Wake-Up.

]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2025 09:56:30 -0700 Colorado Radio for Justice Colorado Radio for Justice 64 What is Colorado Radio for Justice? Learn about the organization behind this show, One Day & A Wake-Up.

]]> prison, reentry, second chances, criminal justice reform, criminal-legal system No Seth Ready