Talking Second Chances
The Podcast of the Tennessee Office of Reentry
Talking Second Chances is a podcast that explores how Tennessee is reimagining its workforce by helping justice-involved individuals prepare to successfully reenter communities across the state.
Listen to engaging and candid talk about reentry, and hear perspectives from justice-involved individuals and employers who are willing to give them a second chance.
Latest Episode: Healing Through Opportunity at Thistle Farms
In this inspiring episode of Talking Second Chances, hosts Mandy Philyaw and Jeremy B. White highlight the life-changing work of Thistle Farms, a nationally recognized social enterprise dedicated to helping women survivors of trafficking, addiction, and exploitation rebuild their lives.
Through trauma-informed care, residential support, and hands-on job training, Thistle Farms creates pathways to healing and long-term independence for women across Tennessee.
Holli Anglin shares how the job readiness program was developed and explains the different phases designed to help women gain valuable skills and secure meaningful employment.
Also featured is Amalia Gawlikowski, a graduate of the program whose personal story is a powerful testament to recovery and resilience.
This episode is an honest and hopeful conversation about healing, workforce development, and the power of second chances.
Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development Podcasts:
Department Podcast
State of the Workforce
Department Podcast
TN's Workforce Reimagined
TN Office of Reentry Podcast
Talking Second Chances