We sit down with Tarik Clark, a man who spent 25 years behind bars and is now dedicating his life to helping formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reenter society.
Tarik shares his incredible journey—from the challenges of prison life to the struggles of reentry and how he turned his experience into a mission of hope. Now working with Made New, an organization in Inglewood, CA, he provides critical support, job resources, and guidance for those seeking a fresh start.
We discuss:
✅ The biggest challenges of reentry after decades in prison
✅ How returning citizens can find jobs, build resumes, and access support
✅ The importance of reentry programs and how families can prepare for their loved one’s return
✅ Inspiring success stories from the men and women Tyree has helped
If you have a loved one coming home from prison—or just want to understand the reentry process—this episode is a must-listen.
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CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.