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Randy Portrait

Randy Kearse grew up in the Farragut housing projects in what is now the trendy DUMBO section of Brooklyn, New York. In the late 1980’s crack cocaine hit the streets. Randy was in a unique position to see this, as he was selling it himself. Mr. Kearse was caught and went to federal prison for 15 years. During that time he did what many have not. He turned his life around and lived through example.

Playing: Randy Portrait
From: Jamie Courville

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Randy Kearse has written several books. The most popular title is Changin’ Your Game Plan! How to Use Incarceration as a Stepping Store for SUCCESS. He has inspired others to not make the same mistakes he has. He lets people know that there can be and is life after prison.

Randy's story has been featured in several outlets such as The New York Times and The Colbert Report. This piece is different. It is a sound portrait of Randy telling his story in his own voice. I spoke with Randy last year and his positive attitude is contagious. You may find more information on Randy's website at http://www.randykearse.net.

Heidi Portrait

From Jamie Courville | 03:51

Heidi was adopted from Iran when she was three years old and raised in blue-blood Virginia. She will never be able to find her biological mother, but that doesn't stop her from wondering what might have been.

Playing: Heidi Portrait
From: Jamie Courville

Woman_on_horse_trick_super8_small Heidi was adopted from Iran when she was three years old and raised in blue-blood Virginia. She will never be able to find her biological mother, but that doesn't stop her from wondering what might have been.

The Freelancer Crazies

From Jamie Courville | 05:00

Freelancing has its benefits, but what happens when the phone doesn’t ring? These are a handful of interviews with New York City freelancers talking about anxieties of the downside.

Playing: The Freelancer Crazies
From: Jamie Courville

Woman_in_jail_super8_small Freelancing has its benefits, but what happens when the phone doesn’t ring? These are a handful of interviews with New York City freelancers talking about anxieties of the downside.

Brandon and His Meds

From Jamie Courville | 02:58

After living with HIV for many years, Brandon recently had to start taking medication. He has advice for those who are in the same boat.

Brandon passed away November 9, 2012.

Playing: Brandon and His Meds
From: Jamie Courville

Dsc_5567_small After living with HIV for many years, Brandon recently had to start taking medication. He has advice for those who are in the same boat. Brandon passed away November 9, 2012.