Permanent Punishment
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Permanent Punishment
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In this episode of Count Time Now, Fred Ward is joined by Pete VanLeer from Policy Matters and his long-time friend Russell Williams, an outstanding chef and directly impacted individual who continues to face collateral consequences. The discussion dives deep into Russell's disturbing experience of being fired due to a decades-old conviction and highlights the broader systemic injustice faced by individuals with criminal records. Pete shares insights from recent surveys on employment barriers and discusses potential policy changes, while Russell shares his heartfelt story in hopes of driving awareness and change.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
02:19 Russell's Story: Employment Struggles
02:43 The Incident at Giant Eagle
05:23 Background Check Issues
07:41 Ethics Committee and Judicial Release
10:43 Policy Matters Survey
11:19 Struggles of Finding Stable Employment
12:03 Challenges Faced by the Formerly Incarcerated
12:55 Systemic Issues and Personal Stories
16:40 The Role of Surveys and Data
20:27 Call to Action and Final Thoughts