Prison Pipeline

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Airs at: Mon, 12/09/2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hosted by: 
Karen James, acarpinelli, emma lugo, Doug McVay
Produced by: 
KBOO
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Prison Pipeline
MISSION STATEMENT

Prison Pipeline is a radio program dedicated to educating the public about the Oregon criminal justice system. Our goal is to present a unique understanding of the criminal justice system, address the root causes of crime, and challenge the status quo. We seek to promote awareness and activism in order to foster a safe, healthy, and just society. Tune in every Monday at 6:30 P.M. to hear our hosts Karen James, Adam Carpinelli, Emma Lugo, & Doug McVay explore the Oregon justice system with a variety of guests. Hosts rotate weekly.

 
Please feel free to connect with us with any questions, comments or suggestions at   kbooppc@gmail.com
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Topic tags: 
Activism, Class, Civil Rights/Human Rights, Civil Liberties, Government/Politics, Law/Court/Crime, Prison
Streams: 
KBOO Stream 1
Program status: 
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Ruth's Last Show! Dave's Killer Bread, Dave Dahl

Airs at: Mon, 06/27/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
Ruth Kovac will be loved and missed,  in this last episode she interviews Dave Dahl of Dave's Killer Bread and how his company continues to help ex-con's to get on their feet and stay on the right path. Prison Pipeline will continue to air and stay on the mission of justice,... Read more

Ruth Interviews Grace Reed

Airs at: Mon, 05/30/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
Grace Reed, whose work focuses on what needs to change, especially with addiction issues with at-risk youths, the homeless and the community, was our telephone interview guest. More about the work Grace Reed does can be found at www.negotiatingshadows.com. Her website will ... Read more

Laure Clemons, Executive Director of Extended Family

Airs at: Mon, 05/16/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
On tonight's show, Host Ruth Kovacs interviewed Laure Clemons, Executive Director of Extended Family, a support system for families of prisoners. To learn more about the organization or how you can start a chapter in your community, you can go to www.extendedfamilysupport.or... Read more

Bob's family shares some updates

Airs at: Mon, 04/18/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
Ruth gives an update about Bob, who was the first prisoner she ever visited. Even though the interview with his family has some static, it gives a good picture of families doing the time with their loved one. Read more

Gary Sims, Administrator for Oregon Prison Programs

Airs at: Mon, 04/04/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
Gary Sims, administrator of religious programs, victims services and volunteer programs for the state of Oregon discussed with Ruth the importance of maintaining quality programs in the prison system. Read more

Pregnant Women in Prison

Airs at: Mon, 03/28/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
Brenda Escobar, friend and engineer for Prison Pipeline, presented a report about pregnant women in prison. She talked about the cruel and unusual hardships these women face, as well as some of the legislature that is working on changing the system. (Thank you, Brenda – goo... Read more

Portland Youth Builders

Airs at: Mon, 03/14/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
Normal 0 Recently I was asked to speak to a class about prison issues at Portland Youth Builders. This non-profit organization is committed to providing long term support for low income youth who have dropped out of high school. Contact information: To become a student... Read more

Women in Prison Special

Airs at: Tue, 03/08/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
For International Women's Day, Prison Pipeline brings you an hour long special focused on women in prison. We bring you excerpts from plays, music and poetry all created by women in prison. We share with you the history of female incarceration and the state of current women... Read more

Welcome Gretchen Vala and Meredith Wexler from Oregon CURE

Airs at: Mon, 03/07/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
On tonight's show, Prison Pipeline welcomes back Gretchen Vala from Oregon CURE. Gretchen brings with her Meredith Wexler. Meredith is an Oregon CURE board of directors member and mother of a recently incarcerated son. She shared her personal story with us, discussed Measur... Read more

Juveniles Serving Life Without Parole

Airs at: Mon, 02/28/2011 at 12:00am
Produced for:  Prison Pipeline
On tonight's show, Ruth and Brenda will be discussing the issue of juveniles serving life without parole in adult prisons throughout the nation. Share your thoughts with us about this issue. Email us at prisonpipeline@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you. Read more