All The Wiser

What is it like to witness the darkest corners of our justice system? Dr. Allen Ault is a former warden and commissioner of corrections. He recounts his experience with the death penalty and the lasting emotional impact on those involved in the process. He also gets deeply personal about his own struggle with feelings of guilt as a result of “murdering somebody,” and his subsequent journey grappling with the moral implications of capital punishment.In this episode:The culture of the Georgia prison system.Building relationships and trust within the system along with the prisoners.The impact of the death penalty and the emotional toll it takes on the correctional staff.Thoughts on why the death penalty still exists.Links & ResourcesWashington Post Article: The hidden victims of the death penalty: Correctional staff\Movie: There Will Be No StayCharity: First Christian Church Richmond, Children & Youth MinistriesIf you enjoy listening to the show and find value and inspiration in the stories you hear, we