In this powerful episode of Coup Save America, Sean St. Heart sits down with John David Graham, a man who has truly lived a life of second, third, and fourth chances. John’s journey is anything but typical: from a door-to-door salesman and a counselor to a truck driver, fireman, building contractor, minister, and now, an advocate for rehabilitative justice. At 53, John founded Good Samaritan Home, a unique non-profit that focuses on “habilitation” – teaching foundational life skills to those who have never had the chance to learn them due to challenging circumstances. He believes that the structure, tools, and guidance many take for granted can make all the difference for those trying to escape cycles of poverty, homelessness, or incarceration.
Now a published author at 75, John’s debut novel Running as Fast as I Can tells a story of resilience and forgiveness that mirrors his own dedication to rebuilding lives. Together, Sean and John delve into the challenges of carving out second-chance careers, the increasing precariousness of middle-class security, and the social and economic benefits of rehabilitative justice. They also explore how personal narratives, like John’s novel, can touch hearts in ways statistics never could.
Join us for an inspiring discussion that reminds us that change and redemption are always possible, no matter how many restarts we might need.
