God Behind Bars
Welcome to God Behind Bars, a podcast where we explore the intersection of faith and incarceration. Join our CEO and Founder, Jake Bodine, as we take you inside prisons across the U.S. and have candid conversations with current and former inmates, Department of Corrections officials, and other various other guests and discuss why we believe God belongs in prison. Tune in every other week and be encouraged by stories of faith, resilience, and the transformative power of God behind prison walls.
Episodes
28 episodes
"I should've Taken the PLEA DEAL" Luther Collie's tragic Story
In this powerful conversation with Luther Collie, we dive deep into his incredible journey from rock bottom to redemption. He shares raw, unfiltered stories about faith, struggle, and the relentless pursuit of purpose. If you’re feeling lost or...
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1:20:33
Shot Caller For One of The Most Violent Gangs In LA | Casey Diaz
Casey Diaz opens up about his past in gangs, his time in prison, and the totally unexpected way his life turned around. It’s raw, real, and honestly one of the most powerful stories you’ll hear.
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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55:42
Incarcerated at 4 YEARS OLD | Davide Mutendji and Gina McCauley
In this episode, Gina and Davide open up about their past — the struggles, the bad choices, and the shame they carried for years. But more importantly, they talk about what happened when they finally let God in. It’s an honest, emotional, and u...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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27:10
From MLB ALL STAR to PRISON - Darryl Strawberry's story
Baseball legend Darryl Strawberry shares his powerful story of brokenness, addiction, and redemption. Growing up in a violent home, Darryl reveals how childhood trauma fueled both his athletic success and personal struggles. Despite reaching th...
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Episode 26
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27:33
Built an Empire Selling Drugs — Now I Build the Church
He was 18, making $100K a year selling drugs. Guns in the trunk. Coke in the car. No hope for tomorrow. But God had other plans.In this episode of the God Behind Bars Podcast, we sit down with Pastor Nick Newman — ...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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39:01
LIFE IN PRISON at 15 years old to Gospel Preacher | Trell "Donk" Webb's Story
Buckle up for an EXPLOSIVE true story of redemption! Trell "Donk" Webb went from facing a LIFE SENTENCE in Angola's most notorious prison to becoming a powerful minister who now leads hundreds to Christ. Shot, sentenced, and seemingly hopeless,...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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38:23
The Power of Being a Coffee Bean: Damon West's Journey from Incarceration to Redemption
In this powerful episode of the God Behind Bars podcast, listeners are taken on an extraordinary journey with Damon West, a man who transformed his life after facing a 65-year prison sentence. Damon shares his gripping story, from his successfu...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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1:10:28
Mastering Connections | From Dr*g Dealing to Pastoring | Juan Martinez
Juan Martinez went from one of the most influential drug dealing rings in Texas to reaching thousands of lives for Jesus.https://www.godbehindbars.com/Instagram: @GodbehindbarsFacebook: @GodbehindbarsTwitter: @Godbehindbars
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Episode 22
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1:03:44
LIFE SENTENCE in the BLOODIEST PRISON, BUT JESUS - Norman Dozier's Story
In this powerful episode of the God Behind Bars Podcast, we sit down with Norman Dozier, a former inmate at Angola State Penitentiary who is now a free man and leading his own ministry. Norman shares his incredible journey from a life of darkne...
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Episode 21
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20:45
NFL hopeful, Opioid addict, finding Jesus in Jail - Markus Mcfolling Story
Once addicted to drugs & now preaching the gospel in prisons. On June 16, 2017, Markus went from being a pro football player to sitting in jail. After growing up in inner city CA, he was all too familiar with fatherlessness, poverty, and ga...
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Episode 20
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38:23
FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS | EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW - Chaplain Houston
We traveled to Washington, D.C., for an exclusive interview with Chaplain Houston of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Throughout his career, Chaplain Houston has guided hundreds of men to faith in Jesus. Now, thanks to the fulfillment of a prophe...
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Episode 19
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1:12:21
DRUG OPERATION LEADER to SECOND CHANCE MENTOR | God Behind Bars Podcast
In this episode we connect with Shawn Serfass who went from drug dealing to leading a ministry called Second Chance Mentors. Grew up with a normal family but after getting introduced to cocaine in college his world went down a slippery slope. K...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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53:04
Francie Dog Chapman | Family Ab*se, Neglect, Su*cide - FREEDOM IN CHRIST | God Behind Bars Podcast
Francie Dog Chapman found out she was adopted in her late teens and her life completely unraveled. She walked through abuse in her adopted family, neglect in her real family, and decided to end her life... But Jesus found her and called her to ...
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46:38
5 Year Conviction but Jesus - Dog The Bounty Hunter Story
Dog The Bounty Hunter grew up in an ab*sive home. He started running with a motorcycle gang in his teens. One night changed his life... He was CONVICTED of 5 years in prison for HOMIC*DE. Unknowingly, he was the getaway driver in a m*rder. Duri...
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46:51
Keidrain Brewster: Transforming Pain into Purpose—“I Decided to Change My Legacy”
Keidrain Brewster, shares his story of growing up in a dysfunctional household and getting involved in criminal activity as a youth, leading to a 10-year prison sentence. During his incarceration, he found faith in God and experienced a pivotal...
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Episode 14
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1:10:52
Forgiving Her Father's Killer - Shelby Brown Story
In an instant Shelby’s life was shattered, when her father was shot and killed on December 3, 2021. Her father was her rock; the person that lead her to Jesus, encouraged her, and was always there for her. Days leading up to her father’s funera...
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Episode 13
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37:34
Wrongfully convicted… now exonerated ft. Greg Kelley
God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #13: At 18 years old, stand out athlete Greg Kelley, spent 1,153 days in prison after being sentenced to 25 years in prison. His recounts that time, and how the Lord delivered him and the truth prevailed. The wor...
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Episode 13
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1:32:24
#12: 80 YEAR PRISON SENTENCE | REGGIE HICKS STORY
Reggie lived in a loving home, was a promising baseball player, but because of life disappointments left it all. One night at a party, everything changed for Reggie... He found himself on trial for murder and sentenced to 80 years. You may say ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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50:46
#11: I Begged The Officer To Shoot Me - ASAP Preach | God Behind Bars Podcast
A Bible in a prison cell SAVED ASAP PREACH'S life! “Throughout my childhood I experienced my parents having a lot of parties. There was a lot of drugs and drinking around, and I was exposed to a lot of things that I shouldn’t have been exposed ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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43:39
#10: Experiencing God’s Protection Behind Bars | God Behind Bars Podcast
God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #10: Join God Behind Bars Founder Jake Bodine as he interviews Calvin from behind bars in Florida. Calvin shares about his journey of being protected by the Lord even in prison, clinging to God's word, and turnin...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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30:44
#9: From a Double Life To A Purpose Driven Life | God Behind Bars Podcast
God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #9: Join God Behind Bars Founder Jake Bodine as he interviews Sergio from the yard of San Quentin Prison. Sergio shares about his journey oof incarceration, his faith, and his passion for ministry.Connect ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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15:48
#8: Facing Addiction In Prison | God Behind Bars Podcast
God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #8: Join God Behind Bars Founder Jake Bodine as he interviews Larry from behind bars in Missouri. Larry shares about his journey with grief, facing his addictions even while incarcerated, and why he chose Jesus. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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18:39
#7: A Pastor’s Kid Given The Death Penalty | God Behind Bars Podcast
God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #7: Join God Behind Bars Founder Jake Bodine as he interviews Greg from behind bars in Missouri. Greg shares about his childhood, his life as a pastor's kid, and how he ended up with the dealth penalty. Greg's pa...
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23:57
#6: From The Yard of San Quentin State Prison with Carrington | God Behind Bars Podcast
God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #6: Join God Behind Bars CEO & Founder Jake Bodine as he interviews Carrington from the yard of San Quentin State Prison. Carrington shares about his childhood, his desire to be accepted, and what inevitably ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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22:18
#4: Childhood Defiance, A 40-Year Prison Sentence, and How God Used His Son To Save Him | God Behind Bars Podcast
God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #4: Join God Behind Bars CEO & Founder Jake Bodine as he interviews Anthony, a current inmate in Wichita Falls, TX. Anthony shares about his life growing up on the oil rig, the tragic fate that landed him 40 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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21:30