Talking about Systems Babies

The Reentry Reality Check with The Fortune Society

Many individuals impacted by the criminal legal system were first introduced to the system at an early age. Known as “systems babies,” people like Barry Campbell and Casimiro Torres face hardships that lead them to incarceration, starting from foster care, to jail and then prison. In this episode, Barry and Casimiro share their stories growing up in the system.

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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