Stand by for our wildest episode yet! We sit down with Ryan Ferguson from Netflix’s hit documentary Dream Killer for an in-depth interview. Ryanwas wrongly convicted of murder at age 19 and spent 10 years in prison before being exonerated. Ryan shares his harrowing story of the wrongful conviction, the emotional rollercoaster of the legal process, and how he was able to maintain his resilience and positivity despite facing immense challenges. He also offers valuable insights on building mental strength, overcoming adversity, and taking control of your life even in the direst of circumstances. Business owners and entrepreneurs will gain perspective on developing grit and persevering through challenges from Ryan’s extraordinary story.
This week on Business With The Boyz
Introduction and welcome to Ryan.
Ryan describes the day he was wrongly arrested at age 19 and interrogated for 10 hours without legal counsel.
His experience in county jail for 18 months awaiting trial, including being denied bail of $20 million despite no prior record or evidence against him.
The trial process, being convicted at age 21 solely on the testimony of his co-defendant. Immediately transported to maximum security prison.
The emotional rollercoaster Ryan experienced from the initial arrest to conviction, times he felt hopeless versus determined to prove his innocence.
Adjusting to life in prison, having to understand the social dynamics and risks to survive in that environment while maintaining his resilience.
Examples of how Ryan stayed positive through very difficult times, including solitary confinement, and drew strength from within to prove the system wrong.
Ryan’s advice on developing mental strength, persevering through adversity, and refusing to let outside circumstances dictate your inner state of being.
Signposting of future episodes to cover Ryan’s exoneration, current work to reform the justice system, and maintaining his outlook on life despite his ordeal.
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