Richard Miles: 15 Years Wrongfully Imprisoned | Exoneration Story & Fighting Mass Incarceration

Описание: Richard Miles spent 15 years wrongfully imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. After his exoneration, he founded Miles of Freedom to fight mass incarceration and help formerly incarcerated people rebuild their lives. This powerful interview reveals how he survived wrongful conviction and transformed his pain into purpose.

In this episode: Richard shares the devastating moment of his wrongful arrest, surviving 15 years behind bars, the 13th Amendment's role in mass incarceration, and how Dallas DA Craig Watkins changed everything for wrongful conviction cases. Plus, the inspiring story of Joyce Ann Brown and how Miles of Freedom supports reentry today.

Key Topics:
✅ Wrongful conviction story and flawed photo lineup
✅ Prison system survival and dehumanization
✅ 13th Amendment and mass incarceration connection
✅ Criminal justice reform and systemic change
✅ Miles of Freedom reentry support programs
✅ Healing after wrongful imprisonment

Who should watch: Criminal justice advocates, educators, students, social justice supporters, and anyone interested in wrongful convictions, prison reform, and Black history.

Timestamps:
00:00 Intro | Richard Miles' Journey
03:00 The Wrongful Arrest | "Get on the Ground"
06:51 Flawed Photo Line-Up That Stole 15 Years
16:24 Surviving Prison Dehumanization
21:58 13th Amendment & Mass Incarceration
27:13 Joyce Ann Brown's Fight for Justice
33:35 DA Craig Watkins' Impact on Dallas Cases
39:13 Face-to-Face with His Prosecutor
01:04:00 Miles of Freedom | Building Hope & Reentry Support
01:15:00 Can You Ever Heal? | Life After 15 Years Stolen

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Featured Guest: Richard Miles - Exoneree, Founder of Miles of Freedom, Criminal Justice Reform Advocate

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