The Fallout Chronicles

The Fallout Chronicles

Join us on ’The Fallout Chronicles’ podcast as we journey through the lives of individuals touched by the incarceration of a loved one, uncovering tales of resilience and transformation. From celebrated artists to everyday heroes, our diverse interviews offer hope, support, and a sense of community in navigating the fallout of incarceration. Follow us on FB and IG @thefalloutchronicles

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January 21, 2025 59 mins

In this final episode of season one of The Fallout Chronicles podcast, co-hosts Michelle and Marta reflect on the season’s journey and introduce their special guest, Stacey Burgess, a licensed clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in trauma therapy. Stacey discusses her impactful book 'Empowering Children of Incarcerated Parents,' which provides practical exercises for children aged 7-12. She shares personal ex...

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In this poignant episode on The Fallout Chronicles, we delve into the often overlooked impact of parental incarceration. Our guest, Megan Sullivan—a respected associate professor at Boston University and author of 'Parental Incarceration, Personal Accounts and Developmental Impact'—shares her personal journey and academic insights. Megan discusses her father's incarceration, the emotional and financial toll it took on her family, a...

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In this episode of The Fallout Chronicles, hosts Marta Masferrer and Michelle Becerra welcome celebrated author and commentator Wajahat Ali. Ali shares his deeply personal narrative about his parents' sudden arrest in 2002, in the wake of 9/11, under Operation Cyberstorm for alleged software piracy involving Microsoft. He recounts the traumatic experience of handling his parents' incarceration as a 21-year-old, the fi...

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In this episode of The Fallout Chronicles, we delve into the emotional and artistic journey of Niko Krivanek, a young photographer whose work is deeply influenced by his mother's 20-year incarceration. Niko, a recent graduate of Tufts University and Rhode Island School of Design, shares his experiences and the essence behind his poignant photographic series such as Dear Sally, Love Mom and Natural Life. Through these projects, Niko...

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In this episode of The Fallout Chronicles podcast, hosts introduce Denise Druce, a certified yoga therapist, Schwinn master trainer, yoga teacher trainer, and TEDx keynote speaker. Denise shares her journey from fitness coach to yoga instructor, her battle with stage four cancer, and how she founded Yoga Forward to bring yoga to underserved communities, including inmates at the Utah State Correctional Facility. She discusses the tr...

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October 29, 2024 70 mins

In this special episode of the Fallout Chronicles podcast, hosts Michelle Becerra and Marta Masferrer welcome Marta’s brother, Eduardo “Eddy” Masferrer, a seasoned criminal defense and immigration attorney, to discuss their father's downfall from a celebrated banker to a convicted felon. Eddy reflects on his legal journey, from initially helping his father during the bank's collapse and subsequent conviction to grappling with the h...

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In this episode, we chat with Nikkya Hargrove, a queer black woman, author, and bookstore owner. Nikkya shares her inspiring journey, detailed in her memoir 'Mama, a Queer Black Woman's Story of Family Lost and Found', highlighting themes of generational trauma, family, and community. She discusses her experiences growing up with an incarcerated mother, adopting her baby brother, and the challenges faced. The conversation also cove...

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In the inaugural episode of The Fallout Chronicles, memoirist and writing coach Ingrid Ricks shares her inspiring journey of overcoming personal adversity through storytelling. Ingrid discusses her early fascination with journalism, the influence of her free-spirited father, and how writing her memoir 'Hippie Boy' became a path to healing. She delves into her struggles with imposter syndrome and guilt, the pivotal moments that push...

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September 24, 2024 8 mins

Welcome to the introductory episode of The Fallout Chronicles podcast. Hosts Michelle and Marta discuss the impetus behind starting the series, rooted in personal experiences of having family members incarcerated. They delve into the emotional and societal impacts of incarceration, highlighting the resilience of those affected and their journey to overcome the stigma and trauma associated. This episode sets the stage for future dis...

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