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The Reentry Reality Check with The Fortune Society

Since its founding in 1967, The Fortune Society has been a leading organization in New York City for criminal legal system reform and alternatives to incarceration. Now, we’re proud to announce the launch of The Reentry Reality Check, a new podcast hosted by David Rothenberg, founder of The Fortune Society,that highlights powerful stories from formerly incarcerated individuals, advocates, and community leaders working to transform the criminal legal system and rebuild lives after prison.

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The Reentry Reality Check with The Fortune Society

Reentry and Radical Change with Felipe Luciano

October 07, 2025 • The Fortune Society • Season 1 • Episode 2

Hear the powerful story of Puerto Rican activist, journalist and poet, Felipe Luciano. In a conversation with host and Founder of The Fortune Society, David Rothenberg, Felipe reflects on life growing up in New York City, The Last Poets, and his work as an activist in his community.

More about The Fortune Society: fortunesociety.org

The Reentry Reality Check is made possible by The Fortune Society and Blustone Studios.

Hosted by David Rothenberg

Engineering and producing by John Runowicz

Editing by Kendall Shepard

Intro song, "Water for My Journey," by Greg Doughty

Outro song, "Gimme One More Chance," by Richard Hoehler