Episode
Turning Texas Inmates Into Entrepreneurs
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- Y'all-itics
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- Mar 15, 2026
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- 2586
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Summary
In ‘tough on crime’ Texas, some prisoners are being asked to share their life dreams and passions. Reigniting aspirations they had before they turned to crime is part of a regimented, elite, volunteer program that has turned out thousands of graduates who have left prison with new skills, knowledge, goals, and a support system on the outside. Their stats tell the story: 100% job placement within weeks of getting out and a much lower likelihood of re-offending. It has drawn bipartisan kudos, interest from other states and countries, and it’s now expanding exponentially in Texas. The Jasons hear about the extraordinary achievements of the Texas Prison Entrepreneurship Program from Michael Etcheson, who has experienced it from inside…and outside prison. GUEST: Michael Etcheson, Exec Relations Manager, Prison Entrepreneurship Program