Podcast
Second Chance
Hosted by Raphael Rowe · EN
Second Chance is a podcast series that explores the theme of second chance. It raises the questions who deserves a second chance, who decides who gets a second chance and what a second chance actually means. On this podcast we speak to people from all walks of life about their experiences, some who have been given a second chance in life, some who might be considered to be beyond deserving a second chance. The host of the podcast series is Raphael Rowe, host of the critically acclaimed series ‘Inside the World's Toughest Prisons’ on Netflix. He is also a former correspondent for the world's longest running BBC TV current affairs show Panorama the BBC Radio 4 Today programme as well as a regular contributor on The One Show and Sunday Morning Live on BBC One. In 1988, aged 20, he was sentenced to life imprisonment for a murder and robbery he did not commit. In July 2000, after 12 years in prison, the Court of Appeal quashed his wrongful convictions and he was freed.
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Retake 8: Love Locked Down
Jan 25, 202300:18:26Tap to summarizeWe revisit episode 50, with Laynara about love locked down. From her hometown in Brazil she fell in love with Aaron, who at the time was behind bars serving a life sentence in the States! She talks about their friendship as pen pals, to love, and her hopes for the future with her now fiancé who she had never met in person.Aaron has also shared his story with us on a prison phone call in two previous episodes. Prison Love for Aaron and Laynara has changed both of their lives dramatically . Connection matters wherever you are, to know someone cares can have a profound effect. To listen to the complete episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ep-50-prison-love-laynara-ferreria/id1526505997?i=1000530918465Second Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Retake 7: Rethink. Rehumanise. Reintegrate.
Jan 18, 202300:18:28Tap to summarizeIn this week’s retake 7 we are going to episode 74 with our head of fundraising, Jamie Hunt. He asks Raphael questions about how from the success of the Netflix series ‘Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons’, the Raphael Rowe Foundation was founded. They talk about why there is a need to improve basic human rights in prisons around the world. To find out more about the Foundation’s work visit the website raphaelrowefoundation, or click link below.It all comes down to basic human needs, water, food, sanitation, and a bed! The factors most of us take for granted, especially here in the UK. You can make a change today by visiting raphaelrowefoundation.org and donating funds through the GoFundMe link, your valuable resources, your time, and care really can help someone in their time of need with your support, it changes lives!I was given an opportunity through my own experience, becoming a journalist leading me to be talking to you today. Your involvement can help the greater good and give an opportunity to a soul who needs it the most. Second Chance Podcast Links:Raphael Rowe FoundationRaphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookSupport the show
Transcribe →Retake 6: Confined To Art
Jan 11, 202300:16:34Tap to summarizeGary Mansfield, ‘The Artful Dodger’ from episode 18 on this week's retake, agreed to transport, what he thought, was fake designer clothes labels, which actually turned out to be 4.2 million worth of class A drugs! He received a 14 year sentence in prison, and behind bars found solace through art. Gary shares with us his cathartic experience in surviving prison’s challenges, determined to change his life. Making art work and being the vessel for others to think differently.Gary Mansfield Social Links:Saatchi Art WebsiteGary Mansfield TwitterGary Mansfield InstagramGary Mansfield FacebookSecond Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Retake 5: ‘Give Yourself a Second Chance’
Jan 4, 202300:12:36Tap to summarizeIn this retake 5 we go back to the beginning, all the way to episode 2, to explore what does Second Chance mean. Lordia Lewis-Spencer, a Lead Psychotherapist from Protea Psychotherapy Practise and Christopher Hickin, Assistant Director from Remedi who provide restorative justice services. Externally we are looking for a Second Chance, but really it comes with Self as Human Beings. To become better versions of ourselves, we must give ourselves a Second Chance.Lordia explains how self-actualization is a direction not a destination. A genuine lived Second Chance stems from forgiveness and taking personal power of that change! Chris delves into a particular case of how even, a one punch killer, found hope to turn his life around from his victim’s parents! You can find the inspiration to change from the people you least expect it from. Can you accept a Second Chance? Environmental issues are also a key factor to this and is a massive part of true change, committing to living out your Second Chance daily.It comes down to choosing to being a better version of yourself,For example, in the films such as ‘Shawshank Redemption’ to ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’. You choose to forgive, for yourself, both individually and collectively we have the power to change, it is a choice. Protea Psychotherapy and Remedi Social Links:Protea Psychotherapy websiteLordia Lewis-Spencer Counselling Remedi twitter linkRemedi websiteRemedi on FacebookSecond Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Retake 4: Giving a Voice to the Voiceless
Dec 28, 202200:13:41Tap to summarizeLilly is an extraordinary individual who volunteers to help prisoners reintegrate back into society. We revisit episode 73 where Lilly talks with no judgement about helping people to give offenders and ex-offenders a voice. Through studying a law degree and working with the criminal justice charity ‘Sussex Pathways’ she encourages ex-prisoners to stop re-offending. Trying to repair some of the harm in and out of prisons. Through exploring her own journey from sex, drugs and physical/emotional abuse to reaching out to our troubled prisoners today to make a real difference reducing reoffending rates.Lilly’s Social Links: Sussex Pathways CharitySussex Pathways Facebook Sussex Pathways TwitterLilly on InstagramSecond Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Retake 3: Humanity before Ratings
Dec 21, 202200:12:41Tap to summarizeJess Impiazzi has had such a full life from Reality TV star (Ex on the Beach/Celebrity Big brother) to now Actress (Keep Calm & Carry On/Override) who is on to bigger and brighter things. Behind the scenes she has come through domestic violence, divorce, mental health challenges, alcoholism, and even suicidal thoughts. She has managed to find in the darkest of times you can always hold on to the good and everything is captured in her new book ‘Silver Linings’. An in-depth conversation between Jess and Raphael reveals the beauty in even the most tragic situations in life, and never giving up on hope.Jess’s Social Links:Jess on IMDBJess on TwitterJess on InstagramJess House of InfluenceSecond Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Retake 2: Sex Engineering
Dec 14, 202200:09:31Tap to summarizeColin Richards takes a humanistic approach to sex and intimacy and see’s himself as a sex educator and general problem solver of sex and relationship challenges. He helps people transform their relationships and sex lives to become what they want and deserve. By combining knowledge of sexual and relationship psychology with his experience as a sensual masseur he is able to work with both the emotional and sexual.Colins Social Links: WebsiteFacebookTwitterSecond Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Retake 1: The Mother Convicted of Killing Her Baby
Dec 7, 202200:09:09Tap to summarizeCookie, not her real name, as she wanted to protect her true identity, was sentenced to life imprisonment for the death of her 12 week old baby boy. She maintained her innocence throughout the 13 years she was held in prison. She continues to protest her innocence on the outside. Go to Episode 3, Second Chance Podcast, to listen to the full interview. Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ep-3-cookie-served-13-years-in-prison-for-killing-her/id1526505997?i=1000488847302Second Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Ep 83: Living With Bipolar - Matthew Allman
Nov 30, 202201:11:12Tap to summarizeMatthew Allman was diagnosed with Bipolar disorder after an acute episode led to his being sectioned and institutionalised in an asylum, in Barbados. Despite being held in total isolation and being medicated to manage his behaviour, he found a way out. In this interview he talks about how taboo mental illness is in his home country and incidents that led up to him bneing sectioned. He shares the methods he has learned to manage his condition, allowing him to pursue his musical career and live life without the need for medication. LinksMindMatthew on InstagramMatthew on FacebookMatthews WebsiteSecond Chance Podcast Links:Raphael on InstagramRaphael on TwitterRaphael's WebsiteSecond Chance on FacebookRaphael Rowe FoundationSupport the show
Transcribe →Ep 82: Beauty and the Beast - Emma Guns
Nov 23, 202201:05:12Tap to summarizeEmma Gunavardhana has been photographed with the rich and famous including models, tv personalities and pop stars. She’s worked with global beauty, health and lifestyle brands. As the former beauty editor of OK magazine she saw her fair share of red carpet events. The glamour and glitz has not been the same in her personal life. She’s battled with her weight, suffered from self doubt, depression and anxiety. The hair loss condition alopecia has been a lifelong long experience for Emma who’s become almost an expert in problems related to the hair and scalp, as well as their treatments. Her advocacy for those who identify with similar struggles is evident and gives Emma her purpose and determination.Links: Emma Guns PodcastEmma Guns WebsiteEmma Guns InstaSecond Chance Podcast Links:WebsiteApple PodcastFacebookPodcast Supoorthttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/secondchance1Foundation Support:https://www.raphaelrowefoundation.org/get-involvedSupport the show
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