Episode 10: Eff You See Kay The N.P.I.C.

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In episode 10 Myra shares that her husband's prison sentence has been extended by 60 days for an evidence-based program, despite his eligibility for work release. She emphasizes the importance of work release in easing inmates back into society and criticizes the prison's manipulation of programs to maintain funding. Myra examines the Non Profit Industrial Complex's flawed approach to reform, where grants are awarded based on self-serving agendas rather than community needs. She unveils the process of grant applications favoring insider connections and preselected recipients, contrasting it with grassroots efforts advocating for direct financial support to those in need. Despite their genuine intentions, grassroots initiatives often face rejection due to the system's preference for evidence-based programs, which are often misinterpreted or misapplied to maintain funding. Myra highlights the irony of grant funds allocated for programs ultimately benefiting law enforcement rather than incarcerated individuals. A breaking news bulletin further underscores systemic corruption, revealing the mismanagement of grant funds for program expansion.

CREDITS

Intro voices In order of appearance:

Lex Ward

Kassandra Voss

Joellen Terranova

Davonna Dehay

Episode:

Just Give Them the Money Consultant: Benita Robledo

Grant Committee: Matt Brown

Myra: La Tisha Conto

Additional Voices: Nathan Keyes

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