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OvercomeOutloud
This week I had to opportunity to sit down again with author, speaker, and Co-Founder & President of Prison Consulting Solutions, Andrew McKenna, who went from a federal prosecutor to a federal prisoner. Andrew served five years in federal prison for robbing six banks and two supermarkets in five counties to pay for his addiction to heroin. Learn more in his memoir, Sheer Madness: From Federal Prosecutor to Federal Prison. Available at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PEXZT1S/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
1:20:45•15 Oct 2021
Andrew McKenna: From Courtroom to Cell and Back Again
“I knew I was coming out changed and changed forever, because I had experienced this culture and what I learned we'll get into it.”
Imagine going from a respected federal prosecutor to a federal prisoner. That's Andrew McKenna's story, and it's a rollercoaster of addiction, redemption, and hope. In this episode of 'OvercomeOutloud', Andrew opens up to host Charlie Smith about his life-altering journey. He candidly discusses the hollow feeling of addiction, the gaps in the criminal justice system when dealing with substance abuse, and his own battle with imposter syndrome. But it's not all doom and gloom.
Andrew found a way to turn his life around, discovering spirituality and hope even while behind bars. Today, he's giving back through his work with Freedom Fighting Missionaries, helping others find their path to recovery. This episode is packed with raw honesty and practical advice, making it a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Tune in for an inspiring tale of falling down but getting back up stronger.
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