In this compelling episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, Sarah sits down with celebrity trainer and martial arts instructor Ramiro Russell for an inspiring and deeply personal interview. Ramiro opens up about his journey, not only as a fitness expert and public speaker but also as a survivor of domestic abuse. He bravely shares the story of how his abuser set him up, leading to his wrongful imprisonment—a topic that resonates deeply with the mission of this podcast.

Ramiro discusses how he overcame these struggles and now uses his platform to help others, proving that our situations don't define us—we define our situations. From his work training NBA players to his ongoing efforts as a corporate wellness speaker and anti-bullying advocate, his story is one of resilience and transformation.

Please note, there is a brief mention of his anti-vaxx stance during the conversation. While Sarah respects diverse viewpoints, she encourages all listeners to get vaccinated and adds a trigger warning at the start of the episode for this reason.

You can find various ways to support Ramiro and follow his journey through his social media: allmylinks.com/r2facts.

Additionally, we offer valuable resources on domestic violence prevention and support, especially for male and LGBTQ+ survivors:

• National Domestic Violence Hotline
• Turning Points Network: Love Shouldn't Hurt
• Help for Male Victims of Abuse
• LGBTQ+ Domestic Violence Support

Thank you for tuning in to this powerful and heartfelt episode. Together, we continue to advocate for justice and healing.