Older And Bolder Season 2 Episode 34: Incarcerated Grandma With Melisa Schonfield

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Join us on this episode of Older & Bolder with Debbie McCulloch, where we explore the profound journey of Melisa Schonfield. Melisa opens up about her life, which once seemed like a dream—she was a devoted social worker, mother, grandmother, and the wife of a dentist, living in a picturesque neighborhood. Yet, life took an unexpected turn as she witnessed her daughter and infant grandson suffer at the hands of an abusive man, propelling her towards a decision that changed everything.

Melisa shares the emotional and raw account of her subsequent arrest and conviction for attempted murder in the second degree. Through her conversation with Debbie, Melisa delves into the stark realities of prison life, the invaluable lessons she learned, and the deep empathy she developed for fellow inmates facing immense challenges with limited support.

As Melisa now embraces her newfound freedom and perspective, she inspires us with her resilience and belief that the best is yet to come. Tune in to hear a story of courage, change, and hope.

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Recorded in Saskatoon & Rosetown, Saskatchewan
Show producer: Christina Cherneskey Communications
Theme music: ES_By the Neon Sign
Music selections for this show: ES_handle me with care - dozeoff, ES_A Steep Path - Northside, ES_Taking It Easy - Staffan Carlen, ES_Sombre - Ennio Mano, ES_Weary - Karoliina Gabel, ES_Softly to Myself (Instrumental Version) - Kylie Dailey
Voice over: Christina Cherneskey
Original artwork: Jackie Peterson
Artwork developed for digital media pages: Christina Cherneskey