Background Check Podcast

Jay Dan Gumm

After five DWI's landed me prison, something had to change. One day I got into a fight and I spent eight days in solitaire confinement thinking about my life and the decisions I had made that led me to that dark place, literally. I came out of the hole a different man with a different heart, mind, soul, direction, and outlook on life. I got mentored by a couple of inmates who eventually made parole but within a year they were both back in. This confused me and ticked me off. I wondered how I was going to make it out there. Then I had a dream of opening up a transitional house for men so they would have a supportive place to parole to. Then I got out. It was awesome and sucky at the same time. After navigating two years on parole with a breathalyzer, not being allowed to drive my own dad to chemo treatments, tons of rejections for jobs, and being told "NO, felons can't live here" when trying to start my marriage at an apartment complex, I could finally breathe. But everywhere I go there's still a background check to deal with. In 2012 we started our business to help men with part time jobs out of prison and we also opened our first transitional house. A year later we opened the second. This podcast is about sharing stories and information concerning anything and everything that has to do with background checks. I have risen above my past and the many background checks along the way. This podcast will help you do the same. Today, I encourage people to check my background. So whether you are someone or know someone who's life has been impacted by the background check, this podcast is for you. We will talk with wrongfully convicted, rightfully convicted, CEO's who hire felons, parole lawyers, and so many other people. We hope you enjoy this journey and at least one episode inspires you. OK, C'mon, let do some background checks. read less

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EP 161 "I Just Wanted Something Different" KJ and Marcia Holland

EP 161 "I Just Wanted Something Different" KJ and Marcia Holland

Our interview with KJ and Marcia Holland. You can watch this video on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@forgivenfelon?si=JtJ4BkH5UBeICUYh

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EP 161 "I Just Wanted Something Different" KJ and Marcia Holland

EP 161 "I Just Wanted Something Different" KJ and Marcia Holland

Our interview with KJ and Marcia Holland. You can watch this video on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@forgivenfelon?si=JtJ4BkH5UBeICUYh

EP 160 Marriage Miscarriage and Ministry Jay Dan and Jessamys story

EP 160 Marriage Miscarriage and Ministry Jay Dan and Jessamys story

Jay Dan and his wife tell their story of how they got engaged, what it was like going through 4 miscarraiges, and what it's like doing ministry together.

EP 159 "My Heart is in Corrections" State Rep Carl O Sherman

EP 159 "My Heart is in Corrections" State Rep Carl O Sherman

My interview with State Rep Carl O Sherman including his journey to become a pastor and eventually in to politics.

EP 158 February Love Story: “He’s Crazy, But DANG, He’s Cute” Jimmy and Beth Humphus No Turning Back Ministries

EP 158 February Love Story: “He’s Crazy, But DANG, He’s Cute” Jimmy and Beth Humphus No Turning Back Ministries

In this episode we do announcements with Jessa including talking about the weekend we had at Breakfast Bible Study and church. We had two ladies drive from a Weatherford transitional house to go to @SocialDallas with us. Two men from another transitional house in Dallas came. David was celebrating his 44th birthday for the first time he could remember, that he wasn't drunk, high, or in jail. Robert shows off his juggling skills and man, is he good. We read chapter three in Proverbs for the Wisdom Challenge. Then we sit down with Jimmy and Beth Humphus from No Turning Back Ministries. They are a prison ministry and transitional house ministry. Follow them on Facebook. Jimmy and Beth take us back to when they first met, at a bar. She wasn't a Christian and he backsliding at the time. But God had plans for both. Jimmy talks a little about what landed him in prison twice, but loves talking about being redeemed by Christ, and marrying a virtuous more. They love their family of six, four daughters, and they love their family of choice, all the men in the houses, just as much. They also have had a prison ministry at the Estes unit in Venus, TX for a very long time. Longer than I've been out of prison, which is almost 18 years. Jimmy is a prime example of someone who doesn't let his background hold him back, but he definitely makes it pay him back. Tell your loved ones in prison and jails to listen on their tablets. If it's not on their tablets, tell them to write their tablet company and ask them to contact us to get them on their tablets. jaydangumm@forgivenfelons.org Listen to audio on all podcast platforms.

EP 157 "We Are Kings" Erick Wilson JTC X-Change

EP 157 "We Are Kings" Erick Wilson JTC X-Change

Note: These episodes are optimized for video including pics and graphics. If you want to experience the in studio effect please watch on our youtube channel @forgivenfelon In this episode we begin with Jay Dan and Jessa doing the announcements and talking about different subjects. We also tell some more jokes. Then Jay Dan talks with fellow Steeler fan, Erick Wilson, from JTC X-Change. JTC stands for Join The Conversation and it began a long time ago with just having conversations that matter with people. We highlight some of his prison trips including the Gib Lewis trip. He also talks about why he calls the men Kings and not inmates. Through these conversations, mentoring, feeding the community, prison ministry and more was birthed. We discuss it all and we poke fun of the Cowboys a little too. If you'd like to know more about JTC, visit their website at https://www.jtconthemove.org/ You can also write them at JTC X-Change 210 Ector Dr PO Box 791 Euless, TX 76039 Tell your loved ones to watch on the Pando app in prison.

Special Episode- 7 Part Series, Laws of Growth with Tuan and Jay Dan- "Law of Intentionality"

Special Episode- 7 Part Series, Laws of Growth with Tuan and Jay Dan- "Law of Intentionality"

This series is mainly for the men and women across the nation in jails and prisons watching and listening on their tablets, but we are making it available to everyone out here as well. You can also listen on all the podcast platforms but video is best. We are asked all the time to be mentors to people in prison and while we can't mentor one on one with everybody, we can teach from our mentor's book and help everyone to grow into the best versions of themselves. Tuan and I (Jay Dan) are John Maxwell Certified Coach/Trainer/Speakers and we love sharing what we learn from our mentors with anyone who can use it. We talk about how these laws work in prison, the home, or the business world. So if you just want to grow, subscribe to this channel and listen each Wednesday for the next 7 weeks as we discuss our favorite 7 of the 15 Laws of Growth from John Maxwells book. If you have a loved one in prison or jail, tell them to watch on the Pando app. If there facility has tablets but they can't get our show, tell them to write the tablet company to request our show, Background Check Podcast. Let's GROW.

EP "You Cant Use God Like A Light Switch" Mark Jones, Christian Rapper and Correctional Officer

EP "You Cant Use God Like A Light Switch" Mark Jones, Christian Rapper and Correctional Officer

“You Can’t Use God Like A Light Switch" In this episode we sit down with military vet, CO, and Christian Hip Hop Artist, Mark Jones. Mark talks about his childhood and how his mom was integral part of the foundation that helped him hold it all together. Mark takes us on a journey through some rough parts of growing up through his anger and identity issues, through his time in the military to now as a correctional officer at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. He speaks about the positive influence from his fellow officers and how he loves the opportunity to speak into the lives of inmates. Don’t let your background hold you back, make it pay you back. Spotify.com/MarkJones Distrokid.com/MarkJonez https://t.co/D7E4MMUmb1 (Apple Music) https://t.co/8Wg4zasywS Markjonez.hearnow.com

EP 154 "Its a Process" with Jonathan AKA "Free JRod" Rodriguez

EP 154 "Its a Process" with Jonathan AKA "Free JRod" Rodriguez

This is the audio portion of the video podcast. It is made for video and has several parts where there's just music playing, that is video. This series is mainly for the men and women across the nation in jails and prisons watching and listening on their tablets, but we are making it available to everyone out here as well. You can also watch on our YouTube channel by clicking here. We are asked all the time to be mentors to people in prison and while we can't mentor one on one with everybody, we can teach from our mentor's book and help everyone to grow into the best versions of themselves. Tuan and I (Jay Dan) are John Maxwell Certified Coach/Trainer/Speakers and we love sharing what we learn from our mentors with anyone who can use it. We talk about how these laws work in prison, the home, or the business world. So if you just want to grow, subscribe to this channel and listen each Wednesday for the next 7 weeks as we discuss our favorite 7 of the 15 Laws of Growth from John Maxwells book. If you have a loved one in prison or jail, tell them to watch on the Pando app. If there facility has tablets but they can't get our show, tell them to write the tablet company to request our show, Background Check Podcast. Let's GROW.

EP 153 "He Needed To Prune Our Pride" ALL WE DO IS NGUYEN with Tuan and Olevia Nguyen

EP 153 "He Needed To Prune Our Pride" ALL WE DO IS NGUYEN with Tuan and Olevia Nguyen

ALL WE DO IS NGUYEN with Tuan and Olevia Nguyen You've heard from Tuan on several occasions but now HE'S MARRIED! We get to hear from his amazing wife, Olevia, and boy do they hit hard. They drop so much marriage and relationship wisdom for only being married a couple of months. Man, there's laughter, transparency, vulnerability, and so much more. Whether you are single, engaged, married, struggling, or fine, this podcast is for you. Of course Jessa nails the announcements. We celebrate on of our residents, Steve Garrett, who graduated from a work training class at Dallas College. Watch on our youtube channel: https://youtu.be/OubGVldnh30?si=6826pvApzTLftQrU

EP 152 "The Hiding Place" with Tyler Bothne, Misfits Missions and Kristin Funderburg, M4 Network

EP 152 "The Hiding Place" with Tyler Bothne, Misfits Missions and Kristin Funderburg, M4 Network

This episode we sit back down again with a regular guest, Tyler Bothne AND her best friend, Kristin Funderburg, to talk about The Hiding Place. And of course, Jessa nails the announcements. The Hiding Place is a transition home for women coming out of any crisis situations such as but not limited to addiction, incarceration, prostitution, and trauma. They are dedicated to rehabilitating the women by providing housing in a safe environment where they can process and heal from past trauma, equip them how to live a healthier holistic lifestyle, and empower them to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and with others. Love is their strategy. Check out https://misfitsmission.org/ to learn more. Watch the video on YouTube https://youtu.be/MmGxnjvDyY8?si=0l3w11_rCIsaCF-J

EP 151 A Lockhart Unit Reunion- "Doing Life Together: Community Beyond Bars"

EP 151 A Lockhart Unit Reunion- "Doing Life Together: Community Beyond Bars"

Paul, Reggie, and I were locked up together at the Lockhart unit, now known as Coleman. Through church, work, and a prayer circle at work, we got to know each other and became great friends. Since all getting out, within a couple of years of each other, we have all remained friends. Paul and Reggie were also in my wedding. We were all close to the chaplain at Lockhart and she surprised us all and showed up at my wedding. In this episode we talk about faith, sports, our time at Lockhart, and how we navigate the ups and downs that is life. Paul and Reggie discuss what led them to prison. Reggie talk about what his mom said to him when she tirst traveled trom Chicago to lexas to see him in prison. Oh, and announcements with Jessa is always fun. And we make a big announcement. Thanks for listening. Spread the word. Tell your loved ones in prison to watch on Pando. You can watch on our YouTube channel @forgivenfelon Make your background pay you back this week.

EP 150 "Everyone Left Me, Jesus Walked Towards Me" with Brian Townson

EP 150 "Everyone Left Me, Jesus Walked Towards Me" with Brian Townson

In this episode we sit down with Brian Townson. His story has so many turns, but eventually the best turn he ever made was turning to Jesus one day. I met Brian through attending the Prison Fellowship Academy graduation at the Carol Vance Unit. Since then, I have gotten to know him through social media, but really got to know him more at Tuan and Olevia's wedding in Mexico. Announcements with Jessa. We do a tribute to all the veterans. Thank you all for your service. Have a great week. You can also listen on all podcast platforms. Please subscribe. Email us to let us know an episode has impacted your life. jaydangumm@forgivenfelons.org Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/skfjlMur8HY?si=KKhewD3-Jt2-oQe-

EP 149 "Jesus First, Lawyer Second" with Parole Attorney, Marshall Millard

EP 149 "Jesus First, Lawyer Second" with Parole Attorney, Marshall Millard

In this episode we sit down with parole attorney, Marshall Millard, to discuss baseball, fishing, parole, and Jesus. Jessa gives thank you shout outs for her birthday cards. If your loved one is in Texas and needs a parole attorney, call Marshall directly. Phone number 210-415-3029. Please subscribe and spread the word. Do you know someone who would be a good fit for the show? Email me jaydangumm@forgivenfelons.org

EP 148 "Before You Kill Yourself, Why Don't You Give Jesus A Try" with CHH Artist Xsedus

EP 148 "Before You Kill Yourself, Why Don't You Give Jesus A Try" with CHH Artist Xsedus

In this episode, we start off with announcements with Jessa, talking about Ranger's, the Hiltop Trusty camp and Tina Washington, a couple of praise reports, and our Connect Group at Social Dallas. Then we sit down with Christian Hip Hop artist, Xsedus and hear his story. He dives into how long he's been writing rap lyrics, his studio gangster years, and more. We play a couple of his songs for you too. Enjoy this episode and let us know if it had an impact on your life. And be on the lookout for Xsedus and his team inside prisons. Spread the word. You can also listen on all podcast platforms. Tell your loved one in prison to watch on the Pando App Write us at: Forgiven FelonsPO Box 4283Cedar Hill, TX 75106 Watch on the YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/M_g4IbdnD2o?si=9sGoDiUDA-QojwcA

EP 147 "It's Not My Fight" Part Two, with Noemi Martinez

EP 147 "It's Not My Fight" Part Two, with Noemi Martinez

In this second episode of "It's Not My Fight" Noemi dives into the reversal of her parole answer, the loss of her husband, and how God is sovereign through it all. Get some more tissues because you will cry more, laugh a little, and know that God loves you, is for you, and can turn anything you go through, into something that gives Him glory. Thank you Noemi for being brave enough to share your heartbreaking story with the world and be transparent enough to let us know that you don't have all the answers but you are the bride of someone who does. Forgiven Felons Background Check Podcast PO Box 4283Cedar Hill, TX 75106 Don't forget to tell your loved ones on the inside to watch on the pando app or the audio podcast. You can write the show at Forgiven Felons Background Check PO Box 4283 Cedar Hill, TX 75106 or email the show at Jaydangumm@forgivenfelons.org Let us know if an episode has impacted you. Announcements with Jessa, Jessamy, and Jay Dan. We talk about the Ranger's, EWOP, and pray over everyone.

EP 146 "It's Not My Fight" Part One with Noemi Martinez

EP 146 "It's Not My Fight" Part One with Noemi Martinez

In Part One of "It's Not MY Fight" we meet Noemi Martinez. I met Noemi one morning at church, Social Dallas, when she came up to me and asked about my shirt that "Forgiven Felons" on it. Then she told me her story and I knew we had to get it on Background Check. You will LAUGH, CRY, and FEEL the Holy Spirit in this interview. Noemi doesn't hold back anything and gives God all the glory for everything in her life. She talks about her desire to have a healthy daddy daughter relationship growing up. Now she talks about Jesus being her husband as the bridegroom of the church. You'll be on the edge as she tells her parole story, but you'll have to wait til part two to hear how it ends. Write the show at: Background Check Podcast Forgiven Felons PO Box 4283 Cedar Hill, TX 75106 Watch the Forgiven Felons Documentary: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/detai... How to get more involved with Forgiven Felons: Leave a review and subscribe on iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... BUY MERCHANDISE FOR A CAUSE: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/shop Learn about our Future Plans or to DONATE A BUILDING:https://www.forgivenfelons.org/future...

EP 145 Part Two "Born Dead, Foster Care, Prison Entrepreneur, Pastor with Cody Ford, Worthy People

EP 145 Part Two "Born Dead, Foster Care, Prison Entrepreneur, Pastor with Cody Ford, Worthy People

In this episode, we continue our conversation with Cody Ford of Worthy People. Cody was born dead to a drug-addicted mother and as a result has scars all over his body to this day. He survived the projects, the foster care system, and life on the streets at 18 years old. At 20 years old in the Texas prison system, 3 years into his sentence he desired a new way of life. When he learned his worth in Jesus, it changed him and he never looked back. Now Cody and his wife lead a ministry and travel to prisons with the message to remove the labels of society by seeing and accepting all people as Jesus does. We talk about everything from sports to addiction, to prison, to ministry. You will laugh, cry, be inspired, and motivated, but most of all..... ...you will know you are WORTHY. Check out his podcast on his youtube channel or Pando. They are a top trending podcast in prisons and jails all over the nation. https://www.youtube.com/@worthypeopleorg Click on any link to find out more about them or follow them on social media. https://www.worthypeople.org/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/worthypeopl... FB: https://www.facebook.com/worthypeopleorg Write Background Check Podcast and Forgiven Felons: PO Box 4283Cedar Hill, TX 75106 Forgiven Felons website: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/ Watch the Forgiven Felons Documentary: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/detai... How to get more involved with Forgiven Felons: Leave a review and subscribe on iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... BUY MERCHANDISE FOR A CAUSE: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/shop Learn about our Future Plans or to DONATE A BUILDING:https://www.forgivenfelons.org/future...

EP 144 Part One "Born Dead, Foster Care, Prison, Entrepreneur, Pastor" with Cody Ford, Worthy People

EP 144 Part One "Born Dead, Foster Care, Prison, Entrepreneur, Pastor" with Cody Ford, Worthy People

In this episode, we begin our conversation with Cody Ford of Worthy People. Cody was born dead to a drug-addicted mother and as a result has scars all over his body to this day. He survived the projects, the foster care system, and life on the streets at 18 years old. At 20 years old in the Texas prison system, 3 years into his sentence he desired a new way of life. When he learned his worth in Jesus, it changed him and he never looked back. Now Cody and his wife lead a ministry and travel to prisons with the message to remove the labels of society by seeing and accepting all people as Jesus does. We talk about everything from sports to addiction, to prison, to ministry. You will laugh, cry, be inspired, and motivated, but most of all..... ...you will know you are WORTHY. Check out his podcast on his youtube channel or Pando. They are a top trending podcast in prisons and jails all over the nation. https://www.youtube.com/@UCIYwMQj6ErE... Click on any link to find out more about them or follow them on social media. https://www.worthypeople.org/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/worthypeopl... FB: https://www.facebook.com/worthypeopleorg You can also watch on YouTube on our forgivenfelon channel. Write Background Check Podcast and Forgiven Felons: PO Box 4283Cedar Hill, TX 75106 Forgiven Felons website: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/ Watch the Forgiven Felons Documentary: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/detai... How to get more involved with Forgiven Felons: Leave a review and subscribe on iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... BUY MERCHANDISE FOR A CAUSE: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/shop Learn about our Future Plans or to DONATE A BUILDING:https://www.forgivenfelons.org/future...

EP 143 "We Met in Prison Round 2: Suicide, Addiction, Prevention, Counseling" with Dr Karla Evans and Dr Veronica Tetterton

EP 143 "We Met in Prison Round 2: Suicide, Addiction, Prevention, Counseling" with Dr Karla Evans and Dr Veronica Tetterton

In this episode we sit down once again with the founders of Anticipate Joy, Dr Karla Evans, and Dr Veronica Tetterton. We talk about what all AJ does, as well as suicide, addiction, prevention, and counseling. There are important numbers at the end of the episode if you are need. We also discuss some techniques you can use when you feel anxiety, depression, or anger coming on. There’s also some important numbers at the end of the show. You can also watch on YouTube on our forgivenfelon channel. Write Background Check Podcast and Forgiven Felons: PO Box 4283Cedar Hill, TX 75106 Forgiven Felons website: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/ Watch the Forgiven Felons Documentary: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/detai... How to get more involved with Forgiven Felons: Leave a review and subscribe on iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... BUY MERCHANDISE FOR A CAUSE: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/shop Learn about our Future Plans or to DONATE A BUILDING:https://www.forgivenfelons.org/future... Give to our organization:https://www.forgivenfelons.org/support Follow Forgiven Felons on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

EP 142 "Unforgiveness? LET IT GO" with Brian Dupor, We Are One Kingdom Ministries

EP 142 "Unforgiveness? LET IT GO" with Brian Dupor, We Are One Kingdom Ministries

In this episode we catch up with Brian Dupor, one of the features in the Forgiven Felons Documentary, as he tells us what's been going on since the filming. We talk about his and his wife Princess' ministry, We Are One Kingdom Ministries, as well as a special moment that was caught between him and his father. You can watch Brian and Princess, on their YouTube channel, WAOK Ministries Write Background Check Podcast and Forgiven Felons: PO Box 4283Cedar Hill, TX 75106 Forgiven Felons website: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/ Watch the Forgiven Felons Documentary: https://therokuchannel.roku.com/detai... How to get more involved with Forgiven Felons: Leave a review and subscribe on iTunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... BUY MERCHANDISE FOR A CAUSE: https://www.forgivenfelons.org/shop Learn about our Future Plans or to DONATE A BUILDING:https://www.forgivenfelons.org/future... Give to our organization:https://www.forgivenfelons.org/support Follow Forgiven Felons on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.