*There were technical issues during the recording of this episode. We apologize for any minor disruptions*
In this episode of Overdue, we talk with Jody Redifer, Program Specialist at Multnomah County Library; Enrique Rivera, Library Outreach Specialist at Multnomah County Library*, and Trevor Walraven, Associate Director of Policy and Prison Outreach for the Oregon Justice Resource Center, about their work with patrons experiencing Oregon’s carceral system .
These three individuals share their experiences, as well as provide guidance around providing access to library and information services, helping incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people with resources and readily available information that is lacking in the current justice system.
Date of Interview: June 7, 2023
Hosts: Bryan Miyagishima & Brittany Young
*Enrique Rivera will be transitioning into the role of Director of Higher Education in Prison at Portland State University on August 1, 2023
Popular Podcasts
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
24/7 News: The Latest
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
Therapy Gecko
An unlicensed lizard psychologist travels the universe talking to strangers about absolutely nothing. TO CALL THE GECKO: follow me on https://www.twitch.tv/lyleforever to get a notification for when I am taking calls. I am usually live Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays but lately a lot of other times too. I am a gecko.