What You’ll Learn and Understand during this episode:
Guest Rahul Athaveya, a Stanford Law graduate turned tech entrepreneur, shares his profound journey from addiction and incarceration to redemption and purpose. Rahul discusses his experiences in prison, including founding the Prison Poetry Project, which has helped inmates through education and creative expression. The episode features heartfelt poetry readings, including Rahul's piece 'Incarceration' and Katische's own reflections on love and transformation. Rahul's near-death experience during COVID-19 and his subsequent recovery and reintegration into society highlight the power of resilience and hope. Join Katische and Rahul for an inspiring conversation about the human spirit, redemption, and the healing power of poetry.