Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
PART ONE: If Turning in Evidence of a Heinous Crime Meant Spending the Rest of Your Life Prison...What Would You Do? Matt Hahn Faced that Exact Decision
PART ONE: If Turning in Evidence of a Heinous Crime Meant Spending the Rest of Your Life Prison...What Would You Do? Matt Hahn Faced that Exact Decision
PART ONE: If Turning in Evidence of a Heinous Crime Meant Spending the Rest of Your Life Prison...What Would You Do? Matt Hahn Faced that Exact Decision
Thursday 5th March 2026
Matt Hahn's story of crime, redemption, and a life-changing choice will leave you questioning what you'd do in his shoes.
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Jeannine Coulter Lindgren
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Matt faced a life-changing moral decision after discovering incriminating evidence in a stolen safe.
- His early life was marked by rebellion, drug use, and brushes with the law.
- Despite three strikes, Matt turned his life around with Buddhism and union work.
- He now helps others with felony records rebuild their lives.
- The episode explores the complexities of crime, punishment, and redemption.
"I knew I had to do something... but I had three strikes."
What drives someone to risk everything for justice, even when it could mean a life behind bars? This riveting episode of "Chasing Heroine" features Jeannine Coulter Lindgren in conversation with Matt Hahn, a former career criminal whose life took a dramatic turn when he stumbled upon a horrifying secret. Matt, who had been battling meth addiction and a history of burglaries, found himself at a crossroads when he discovered something shocking in a stolen safe.
This episode isn't just about the crime; it's about the moral dilemma and the profound impact of that moment on Matt's life. Listeners are taken on a rollercoaster journey through Matt's past, from his early days of rebellion and substance abuse to his time in prison and his eventual transformation. The narrative is peppered with tales of Matt's youth, where he struggled with authority and societal norms, leading to his first strike at the tender age of 18.
His story is a raw and honest account of how addiction can intertwine with crime, yet also how redemption is possible. The podcast also highlights Matt's current life, where he has found a new purpose. As a practicing Buddhist and active member of construction unions, he now helps others with felony records find their footing in society. His insights into union work and advice for those seeking to rebuild their lives are invaluable.
Matt's tale is not just about crime and punishment but about choices, consequences, and the possibility of change. It's an eye-opening reminder that even in the darkest times, there can be a path to redemption. What would you do if faced with a choice between doing what's right and risking everything? Tune in to hear Matt's incredible journey.