We are ready | The Green Machine | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
A prison band’s catchy anthem about why they are all ready to go home.
Pride: my double-edged sword | Michael Hill | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Misguided pride got Michael Hill into serious trouble. Listen to his story and take heed.
Treating prison like college | Tyson Curley | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
When Tyson Curley got to prison, someone told him to conduct himself as if his family could turn on the TV and see everything he was doing, so that’s exactly what he did.
A series of earthquakes in my life | Jerell Smallwood | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Jerell Smallwood didn’t have the easiest start in life, and it instilled in him a fierce determination to protect children. Listen to his story.
Becoming a justice defender | D. Jeremiah Lark | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Jeremiah’s journey from justice offender to justice defender has been nothing short of miraculous. Prepare to be inspired.
The devil knew my name | Charles Mason Monroe | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
So much extraordinary talent lies hidden behind prison walls, and singer-songwriter Charles Mason Monroe is a perfect example.
How I learned to believe in myself | Lamonte Grady | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Listen to how Lamonte Grady turned himself around while at a pit stop in prison
She cried | Shawn Chick | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
A truly gifted and lyrical poet, Shawn Chick takes us on a journey through heartbreaking tragedy but ultimately towards redemption.
Bypassing my youth helped lead me to prison | James Steele | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
As a young child, James Steele wanted to be a policeman, but by 16 he was incarcerated. Listen to his story.
The impossible dream | Maurice Martinez | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Singer Maurice Martinez delivers a beautiful rendition of “The Impossible Dream.”
From nothing | DéVon Smith | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Rap artist DéVon Smith wants to impact today’s youth in a positive manner by sharing his story in a way they can appreciate—through music.
Saving a dog saved me | YeneGeta BenYisrael | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Training dogs gave YeneGeta BenYisrael a purpose in prison and a pathway forward.
Hurt people hurt people | Sean Mayo | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Listen to Sean’s powerful story as he grapples with a life full of abuse, pain, and rage.
Just a kid | Michael Dwyer | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Michael Dwyer’s poem touches on his own and his parents’ struggles with addiction.
Wolves or rabbits | Tony Foster | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Listen to the story of how one person completely turned himself around in prison, thanks to the encouragement of his mother.
Raising our youth right | Dwayne Bolling | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Dwayne Bolling is an OG, and he knows what he’s talking about. He doesn’t want more young people making bad decisions like he did, and he has a plan to do something about it.
Overcoming life’s hurdles | Armando Sosa | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Armando’s life has been full of hardship, but he never gave up, even in prison
From victimizer to victim | Terry Brown | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
What does it take to kill another human being and simply not care about it? Listen to Terry’s harrowing tale of murder and loss.
Meet me at the crossroads | Charles Mason Monroe | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
Charles Mason Monroe was born to be a singer-songwriter. Listen to his hauntingly beautiful performance.
Bridging the gap | Alejandro Ruiz | TEDxGreenRockCorrectionalCenter 2024
To begin a journey, you first need to know your current location. Follow along as Alejandro takes you on his journey in prison to bridge the gap between who he was and who he wanted to become.