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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

The Experiment of Housing and Hope

November 04, 2025 • The Fortune Society • Season 1 • Episode 6

Access to safe, stable and affordable housing is crucial in one’s reentry journey. In this episode, JoAnne Page, Fortune’s former President and CEO, spoke with Founder David Rothenberg about the organization’s dedication to connecting participants with housing after incarceration. Two Fortune participants and former residents of Fortune’s Emergency and Transitional Supportive housing program, the Fortune Academy, also share their experiences transitioning home after incarceration.

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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