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Learn or Be Learned
Shiva Dhana | Dhana Studios
143 episodes
1 week ago
Welcome to the Learn or Be Learned Podcast, where we discover the rich tapestry of the human experience through the lenses of anthropology, entrepreneurship, human nature, and health. Join Anthropologist Shiva Dhana in our three captivating series - books, guests, and solo episodes - as we delve into society, culture, and the complex facets of our collective journey. Amidst the rapid pace of the technological revolution, we find ourselves navigating uncharted territories. Adaptation is essential for evolution; so, the pivotal question remains - will you choose to learn... or be learned from?
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Welcome to the Learn or Be Learned Podcast, where we discover the rich tapestry of the human experience through the lenses of anthropology, entrepreneurship, human nature, and health. Join Anthropologist Shiva Dhana in our three captivating series - books, guests, and solo episodes - as we delve into society, culture, and the complex facets of our collective journey. Amidst the rapid pace of the technological revolution, we find ourselves navigating uncharted territories. Adaptation is essential for evolution; so, the pivotal question remains - will you choose to learn... or be learned from?
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135. Why Prison Fails, How Redemption Works, and What Society Gets Wrong - John Graham
Learn or Be Learned
38 minutes 3 seconds
8 months ago
135. Why Prison Fails, How Redemption Works, and What Society Gets Wrong - John Graham

John Graham was 53, broke, and working on a falling-apart house when he and his wife decided to create something bigger than themselves. What started as a last-ditch effort to find purpose turned into a mission that would help over 2,500 men and women rebuild their lives after prison.

In a world obsessed with punishment and broken systems, John chose something radical: compassion, structure, and listening. Through the Good Samaritan Home, he offers shelter—but more importantly, a second chance. He reveals why our culture’s obsession with consumption, disconnection, and punishment misses the root of the problem—and how simply being heard can change everything.

This episode explores addiction, loneliness, masculinity, and why your past doesn't have to define your future. If you’ve ever felt like it was too late to start over, this is your sign. Tune in now and subscribe to keep learning from the human experience.


Key Takeaways

  1. Life Is Written in Pencil – No matter how far off course you go, there’s always room to erase, redirect, and begin again.
  2. Listening Is Healing – Most people don’t need saving—they need someone who will hear them, see them, and respect their story.
  3. Rehabilitation Happens in Community – Long-term change doesn’t happen in isolation or institutions. It starts with human connection, purpose, and structure.


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Learn or Be Learned
Welcome to the Learn or Be Learned Podcast, where we discover the rich tapestry of the human experience through the lenses of anthropology, entrepreneurship, human nature, and health. Join Anthropologist Shiva Dhana in our three captivating series - books, guests, and solo episodes - as we delve into society, culture, and the complex facets of our collective journey. Amidst the rapid pace of the technological revolution, we find ourselves navigating uncharted territories. Adaptation is essential for evolution; so, the pivotal question remains - will you choose to learn... or be learned from?