Company case study
The Last Mile
The Last Mile is a charity that provides education and training programs for incarcerated individuals to help reduce recidivism and increase their chances of employment after release. It came up on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "How this dumb doll makes $2M per day" (aired July 9, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | How this dumb doll makes $2M per day |
| Aired | July 9, 2025 |
| Category | Education |
Figures and claims are as told on the episode, summarized from the transcript. Check the date: they describe the company at the time it aired.
What the episode said
How this dumb doll makes $2M per day · aired July 9, 2025 · hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Why it works
The Last Mile effectively addresses the issue of recidivism by equipping individuals with valuable skills and providing a support system, which leads to higher employment rates post-release.
Founding story
Founded by Chris Redlitz, who was inspired to help reduce recidivism after volunteering at San Quentin prison. He transitioned from being a venture capitalist to dedicating his life to this cause.
The playbook
The Last Mile focuses on practical skill development, such as coding and web development, and maintains a strong network of support for participants to aid in their reintegration into society.
Also mentioned
Notably, participants who graduated from the program had a 75% employment rate upon release, significantly reducing their likelihood of returning to prison.