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Cells to Second Chances

Cells to Second Chances

Written by: Don Barron
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Stories of what's it like growing up good then making a wrong turn in life leading to addiction, gaol, reform and reaching back to help others. Presented by myself Don Barron along with special guests who are reformed criminals and recovering addicts.© 2026 Social Sciences True Crime
Episodes
  • Full Ep: Born into Addiction
    Jan 5 2026

    In this powerful conversation, Liam shares his personal journey of being born into addiction, navigating family dynamics, and ultimately finding redemption. He discusses the challenges he faced growing up with a mother struggling with substance abuse, the impact of his father's incarceration, and his own battles with addiction. Through candid reflections, Liam empasizes the importance of resilience, love, and the desire to create a better life for his daughter, highlighting that change is possible with determination and support.

    Liam was born in to addiction.
    He was taken in by his aunt at a very yoiung age.
    Despite a loving enviroment, family conflicts arose.
    Liams step father was invovled in trafficing of drugs, impacting his life.
    He faced rebellion and trouble during his teenage years.
    Liam experienced multiple overdoses due to substance abuse.
    He sought love and affection from his birth mother.
    Liam's journey includes a significant overdose of GHB.
    He found motivation to change after becoming a father himself.
    Liam emphasizes the importance of resilience and hope.

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    46 mins
  • A powerful story for youth offenders, and hitting the big house
    Jan 4 2026

    Don Barron shares a poignant story about a young inmate who we will call Pete, who found himself in jail after a series of poor choices stemming from a lack of guidance and support. Throughout their interactions, Don provides mentorship and support to Pete, helping him navigate his fears and plan for a better future. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship, the struggles faced by young offenders, and the need for constructive engagment in life.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:01) - How I Stopped a 18 Year Old From Escaping From Jail
    • (00:08:15) - One convicted criminal's message for others
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    13 mins
  • Continued story plus the $1.1 billion dollar drug seize by Australian Federal Police
    Jan 3 2026

    In this conversation we continue Don Barron's story of managing a computer store and others, along with touching on the subject of his once good friend Patrick. Patrick being convicted of Australia's biggest drug seize of $1.1 billion dollars in Meth/Ice at a port in Geraldton Western Australia, by Australian Federal Police. Patrick is now serving life in prison after sailing the 'Valkoista' into port after running into trouble.

    Chapters
    • (00:00:01) - Cherry Computers and the dangers of drugs
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    9 mins
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