In this deeply moving conversation, Kenneth Braswell welcomes longtime friend, author, and filmmaker Ali Brathwaite to Seasoned Conversations for an unforgettable dialogue about redemption, love, and legacy. From his early years in Queens, New York to serving a life sentence and rebuilding his future alongside his wife Arlene, Ali’s story is one of remarkable transformation.
Ali opens up about his strict Caribbean upbringing, the choices that led him to prison, and the divine reencounter with Arlene—the woman who would stand by him for over 20 years of incarceration. Together, they turned pain into purpose, launching creative ventures that include award-winning books, films, and web series.
Kenneth and Ali reflect on what it means to do life with wisdom, to evolve within marriage, and to embrace creativity as a means of healing and impact. This episode is a testament to resilience, faith, and the power of love to restore what was once lost.
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