Prison: The Hidden Sentence

11/30/2025

Consider Prison Families Alliance on Giving Tuesday - December 2.

11/25/2025

The holidays can be a challenging time, along with special occasions. Listen to the Prison the Hidden Sentence - Navigating the Holidays series:

Tune in as Julia Lazareck and Barbara Allan share insights, encouragement, and practical tips to navigate the holidays when a loved one is incarcerated.

11/25/2025

Prison the Hidden Sentence podcast to help you through the holidays. Here's the 2nd podcast:

Tune in to find support in navigating the holiday season with an incarcerated loved one. Make the holidays special, even with an empty seat at the table.

11/25/2025

The holidays can be challenging when there's an empty seat at the table. Here's a series of podcasts recorded that can help you get through the holidays. You can do this, you are not alone, there is always hope and we will continue to provide support and raise awareness.

Barbara Allan and some guests share experiences and innovative approaches to support individuals in navigating the holidays with an incarcerated loved one.

11/16/2025

We've posted over 100 podcasts that have reached and helped thousands of people across the nation, and even international followers. With over 50,000 downloads we're opening up to share with the right company or person to sponsor the podcast. Listen to the podcast; scroll through the list and select one that speaks to you. The podcast is also on all streaming platforms. Email [email protected] for sponsorship information, or if you have a story to share. Thank you.

WELCOME TO SEASON 5 of The Hidden Sentence Podcast. The purpose of this podcast and it’s blog is to help educate and empower those who have or had a loved one in prison. Did you know that the chances are very high that someone you know has had a loved one incarcerated? Or maybe you are part of the...

11/10/2025

SATURDAY 11/15, 4pm PST: Caring for Yourself Through the Holidays (PFA Workshop - Online FREE) is a compassionate and interactive workshop designed for individuals with incarcerated loved ones. Together, we’ll explore the hidden sentence families carry, recognize the emotional landscape that surfaces during the season, and work on normalizing the experience of grief, stress, and longing. Participants will learn why you deserve care, too and discover practical ways to nurture emotional well-being through coping strategies, self-care, and community support. The session includes wellness tools and resources to help you move through the holidays with resilience, balance, and hope.

Caring for Yourself Through the Holidays is a compassionate and interactive workshop designed for individuals with incarcerated loved ones. Together, we’ll explore the hidden sentence families carry, recognize the emotional landscape that surfaces during the season, and work on normalizing the exp...

11/04/2025

thanks for letting us table your event!

09/22/2025

In this powerful episode of Prison The Hidden Sentence podcast, we speak with Natasha Blakely, Training and Engagement Specialist at Project Avary, to explore the impact of incarceration on children and families. Natasha shares her personal journey and the purpose that drives her work supporting youth with incarcerated parents. If you’re looking to understand the deeper effects of prison beyond the sentence—and how compassion, mentorship, and community can change lives—this conversation is a must-listen. Whether you’re a caregiver, educator, advocate, or someone impacted by incarceration, you’ll find inspiration and insight in Natasha’s story and the mission of Project Avary.

Natasha Blakely, Training & Engagement Specialist at Project Avary, discusses breaking the cycle of incarceration's impact on children and families.

09/13/2025

Incarceration may have ended, but the journey is far from over. In this powerful episode, we continue the story of Jane—now joined by her son, Anthony, who has recently come home after years in prison. Together, they share what life has been like since his release, offering an honest look at the emotional, relational, and practical challenges of reentry. From rebuilding trust to finding a new normal, their journey sheds light on what families truly face after incarceration ends. Whether you have a loved one coming home or want to better understand the realities of life after prison, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

A mother and son, Jane and Anthony, share their story of life after incarceration, offering an honest look at the emotional and practical challenges of reentry.

09/07/2025

Prison forever changed Jane’s world when her son was arrested and sentenced. In Part 1 of this two-part podcast, we’re honored to share her powerful story. Jane is a devoted mother and fierce advocate for her incarcerated son, and instead of staying silent, she chose to speak out. She opens up about the emotional impact of her son’s incarceration, the struggles she’s faced, and the strength she’s found along the way. Her journey is one of resilience, love, and unwavering support—and it’s meant to help others feel seen, supported, and empowered. Whether you’re walking a similar path or want to better understand the effects of prison on families, this episode is for you.

A devoted mother and fierce advocate, Jane shares her powerful journey after her son's incarceration, raising awareness of how prison changes everything.

08/25/2025