Life Begins at 40 - I Nearly Got Life

In this episode of Hope in Hell, Steve shares apowerful reflection on trauma, addiction, and transformation.

His early experiences of domestic violence and unresolved PTSD set him on a path of self-destruction that culminated in imprisonment for attempted murder. Yet within that environment, he found something unexpected - recovery, purpose, and a belief system that reshaped his life.

Steve speaks candidly about fear, courage andaccountability:

“Courage comes in spite of fear. Within pain, there’s alwayscourage - and that courage can become a skill.”

Now approaching ten years of sobriety, he mentors othersthrough Rethink Mental Illness and other support networks, proving that recovery is not just possible - it can become a way of life.

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What does a life spent between prison gyms and Premier League football clubs really look like? In this powerful conclusion to our 3-part conversation, Len Clark reflects on his 37 years as an HMP P.E. Officer and his incredible journey into professional football with Newcastle United and the Republic of Ireland.From treating notorious prisoners to working alongside legends like Kevin Keegan, Ruud Gullit and Sir Bobby Robson, Len shares the highs, the lows, and the lessons he’s carried across two very different worlds.👉 If you’ve ever wondered what connects prisons, football, and human resilience, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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In this episode of Hope in Hell, retired prison officer Len Clark reveals why good leadership can be more effective than any prison inspection. We discuss:✅ How the loss of the “Prison Chief” role affected accountability✅ Why leadership is key to maintaining prison education standards✅ The problems with Ofsted and HMIP inspections inside prisons✅ Real stories from decades on the frontline of the UK prison system🎧 Hosted by Gary (former prisoner) and Tom (former prison officer), Hope in Hell shares powerful stories from both sides of the fence.📌 Watch the previous part here: https://youtu.be/t6zhdFwT5x0A Curious Matter Productionhttps://curiousmatter.co.uk#HopeInHell #PrisonStories #Ofsted #PrisonEducation #JusticeSystem