17 Winters Podcast
Welcome to "17 Winters with Brother Mike X," a thought-provoking podcast where we dive deep into the realities of prison life and the journey of reintegration into society. Join me as I explore the challenges faced by individuals after serving time and the transformative changes that have allowed myself and my guests to become productive members of the communities we once impacted negatively. Through candid conversations and powerful stories, we aim to shed light on the complexities of redemption, resilience, and the human spirit. Tune in for an inspiring and eye-opening exploration of second chances and the path to a better life.
17 Winters Podcast
Episode #27: "Faith, Freedom & Finding Manhood” with Brother Malachi Muhammad
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Brother Malachi Muhammad, a deeply rooted voice of transformation, truth, and liberation. We trace his incredible journey—from navigating the complex relationship between the Nation of Islam and the Melanics, to joining the Nation of Islam and our shared commitment to the fight for justice and freedom for Brother Dyson X.
Brother Malaci opens up about the moment he discovered the identity of his father, the impact of that knowledge, and how it shaped his sense of self during and after his time behind the wall. After serving 29 years as a juvenile lifer in Michigan, he walks us through the realities of reentry, radical faith, and resilient hope.
We dive deep into:
- The abolition of the carceral system
- The culture shift in prison over three decades
- The rise in gang population and what that shift meant on the inside
- The question: "Can you truly get better in prison?"
- And I ask the layered, sometimes polarizing question: "Can a woman raise a man?"
This is not just a conversation—it's a window into survival, belief, and the pursuit of purpose beyond the cage.
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