Australia’s Prison Dilemma - Jail Rehabilitation Doesn't Work

Paddy & Rob Palmer take a dive into prisoner reform and the ultimate question: Would you let a convicted criminal stay in your home?

Inspired by a new SBS series that tackles recidivism, by offering four ex-cons a spare room in an Aussie household for 100 days,  Paddy and Rob chat to former prisoner Jeffrey who says jail rehabilitation doesn't work.

Bearing all for Triple M listeners, Jeffrey says they call it the school of criminals for a good reason, and for him things only got worse. 

Currently, there is little evidence to suggest that increased imprisonment results in decreased crime, instead the latest revelations shed a light on the harmful and brutalising nature of imprisonment.

And while most people who go to prison do come out, Australia's recidivism rates are exceptionally high at 46 per cent.

If you or anyone you know needs help:

• Lifeline on 13 11 14
• Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636
• Headspace on 1800 650 890
• ReachOut at au.reachout.com
• MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978
• Head to Health at headtohealth.gov.au

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