In this episode of the Peaceful Prisons podcast, host Baylen Parada and co-host Abbe Marten engage in a profound conversation with Aaron Pettes, Reentry Manager at RISE, who shares his journey from a troubled childhood marked by racial identity struggles to a life of crime and eventual redemption through spirituality. Aaron recounts his experiences growing up in a predominantly white neighborhood, the impact of losing friends to violence, and his time in prison, where he found faith and purpose. His story highlights the complexities of identity, the consequences of choices, and the transformative power of spirituality. In this conversation, Aaron Pettes shares his transformative journey from incarceration to becoming a reentry manager, emphasizing the importance of community support and transformative programs in reducing recidivism. He discusses ...