{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Count Time Now! ","title":"27 Years Free","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4133,"description":"In this riveting episode of Count Time, Fred Ward engages in a profound conversation with his longtime colleague Donovan. The discussion spans their shared experiences of incarceration, the transformative journey post-release, and the unique challenges faced by those with criminal records. They highlight the importance of voting, its strategic value for formerly incarcerated individuals, and debunk myths surrounding civic engagement. With personal anecdotes, including the harrowing tale of Fred's near-fatal accident shortly after his release, this episode emphasizes the essence of resilience and the power of collective action. Tune in for an insightful dialogue that urges reflection, understanding, and mobilization in the face of systemic barriers.\n\n00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement\n00:44 Shared History and Reflections\n02:15 Dedication and Audience Focus\n03:35 Understanding 'Count Time'\n07:00 Planning for Freedom\n10:30 Challenges After Release\n17:44 Discipline and Personal Growth\n26:46 Collective Consciousness and Discipline\n28:49 Guardian Angels and Support Systems\n29:32 A Loyal Friend's Exhausting Night\n30:26 A Near-Fatal Drive Home\n32:04 Reflecting on Life's Close Calls\n33:19 The Reality of Post-Prison Life\n34:34 Sacrifices and Family\n38:53 The Importance of Voting\n41:57 Organizing for Change\n46:17 The Power of Collective Action\n50:21 Overcoming Misconceptions\n01:04:59 The Struggle for Post-Prison Rights","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rQmZCirpHPE-G7CYL-BOAPSRNzj80qx9WdHRMsT3-eI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wYjM4/NTcxZTY4OTVhNDRj/MmM4NmM5ODZiZjZi/MTMxZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}