Hosted by celebrated criminal justice reform advocate and founding board member of the Innocence Project Jason Flom, Pulitzer prize-winning podcast host and producer Maggie Freleng, and Emmy Award-winning writer, producer, and podcast host Lauren Bright Pacheco, Wrongful Conviction features intimate conversations with men and women who have spent years in prison for crimes they maintain they did not commit. Some have been fully exonerated and reunited with family and friends while others continue to languish, with some even facing execution on death row. Each episode peels back the layers behind the stories of those who have found themselves caught in a legal system gone wrong, with illuminating insights from lawyers and leading experts sharing their in-depth knowledge about each case, from prison visits and courtroom battles to reexamined crime scenes and witness interviews. This gripping series reveals the tragedy of injustice…as well as the triumph that is possible when people step up and demand change. more

Real stories from the people everyone else judges first. Hosted by Ian Bick — former federal inmate turned speaker and podcaster — this show sits down with former inmates, recovering addicts, bikers, law enforcement, investigators, and people who have lived through the darkest chapters of their lives. Each episode dives deep into crime, prison, addiction, trauma, redemption, mental health, street life, recovery, and second chances — without scripts, filters, or fake narratives. If you're into true crime, raw prison stories, personal transformation, and real human honesty, you'll feel at home here. This isn't entertainment. It's lived experience. more

Former drug trafficker and standup comedian Johnny Mitchell takes you inside the world of drugs, crime, prison, and the politics of the War on Drugs. more

A podcast where two prison wives, Gigi and Paige, share stories, struggles and triumphs. This podcast examines the lives of women who are married to men who are incarcerated, and even though our loved ones are within concrete walls, it doesn't stop us from living life with passion, purpose and hope. Join us as we break the stigma attached to being a prison wife, give you a sneak peak in our daily lives, and advocate for our loved ones. Whether you are a prison wife yourself, or just curious about this unique lifestyle, you will find inspiration, humor, and courage in our candid conversations. more

Concrete Mama is not just a podcast - it's a raw and powerful journey recorded in the heart of the Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla. Featuring Demar, Anthony, Red, Cambo, Vik, and Rachel, this groundbreaking show rewrites the narrative of life behind bars. The hosts delve into the prison's notorious past — the infamous 'Concrete Mama' era, when a failed experiment turned it into one of the most feared facilities in America. They also document Anthony's transition into the free world on clemency while Demar, Red, and Cambo remain inside, sharing deeply personal narratives about friendship and brotherhood. Get ready to rethink everything you know about the prison industrial complex. Concrete Mama is more than a podcast — it's a movement. more

Prison Radio records and broadcasts the voices of prisoners, centering their analyses and experiences in the movements against mass incarceration and state repression. more

KBOO Radio is a community-powered station in Portland Oregon

Prison POD, P.O. Box 294, Orono, ME 04473 email: prisongram@prisonpod.org 07/05/24 -  Website:   https://prisonpod.org   Those who may be hearing impaired can view on YouTube (link below) and use the Closed Captioning.         Season 1 is not available on YouTube.You can also find Season 2 on YouTube! You can also listen to all of the Inside Death Row: NC and Life Without Parole on YouTube.https://www.youtube.com/@valeriecartonio2025/podcastsNew Programming: North Carolina Field Ministers podcast 'Changing Lives, Changing Culture' can be found on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBsIouxvPau8v7LCGgcNBs6obJ7wj3_gY&si=e2j_5DvkijpSjHCU All links pertaining to Prison POD Productions can be found here:https://allmylinks.com/valerie-cartonio769This podcast is for people who are in jail or prison, and/or affected by incarceration. Using Sociology and Peace Studies to: Save Lives, Restore Hope, Reduce Suffering and Recidivism. July 2024 - Season 3 with 28 Episodes has just been sent to Edovo to be added to prison tablets across the country! Prison POD Productions would like to thank Edovo for helping make this happen!The host has 20 years experience working inside several jails and prisons, providing education in substance abuse prevention, doing HIV testing and counseling, reentry planning, inmate advocacy, and mentoring. This work brought them into various areas of peoples lives including coming home, marriages, births, courts, jail visits...death. Their passion for change has led them to produce this podcast. The people they worked with made a permanent imprint. Recently they published their first book 'Notes from the Peaceful Sociologist' reflecting writings about prison work from a unique perspective. You can find it on:   thebookpatch.com Save Lives, Restore Hope, Reduce Suffering. Host: Valerie L. Cartonio , P.O. Box 294, Orono, ME 04473Facebook page for friends and families - https://www.facebook.com/PeacefulSociologist If you are on the Buzzsprout site - At the top right of this page, little blue f in the white circle.  more

A podcast about prisons. Hosted by Prof. Eric Bronson and Prof. Beck Strah.

The Prison Officer Podcast is a place where prison officers and correctional staff share their experiences, discuss leadership, cope with stress, and learn survival strategies for one of the toughest careers out there. Hosted by Michael Cantrell, this podcast delves into the lives, dreams, and challenges faced by those who work inside the walls of our nation's prisons. It features interviews, insights, and discussions related to the unique and demanding world of corrections. Whether it's overcoming difficult leaders, understanding rehabilitation, or addressing misconceptions about incarcerated populations, the Prison Officer Podcast provides valuable perspectives from professionals in the field.  more

Within the United States, there are currently 2.3 million people in prisons, jails and correctional facilities. Approximately 10 million men, women and youth pass through jail or prisons yearly. Our podcasts are produced to reduce these numbers. The men on the Death or Prison program know what incarceration is and offer their personal experiences in order to tell how a second chance can become a new life. As the episodes unfold, the perspectives of the panel and their guests unlock an undeniable and enlightening path illuminated by their faith. more

'Behind Gray Walls' is a podcast featuring stories from the men and women who lived and worked at the Old Idaho State Penitentiary. Each week, Anthony, Samuel, and Skye explore prisoners whose crimes led them to serve time at the 'Old Pen.' Their history is explored in depth and compared to corrections topics faced in communities today.To support this podcast, visit: https://history.idaho.gov/donate/donation-payment/ more

The Prison Show is a live radio program airing Fridays from 9 11 pm Central Time on KPFT FM 90.1 Houston, streaming at www.kpft.org.The Prison Show on 90.1 FM KPFT in Houston uses the first hour to discuss issues of interest to convicts. The second hour features shout-outs from family and friends in the free world to their loved ones behind bars.David Collingsworth is our Producer, and our Hostess is Dani Allen.Ex-con and gay activist Ray Hill founded 'The Prison Show' on Houston's KPFT 90.1 FM station in 1980; Ray produced and hosted it for three decades and remained involved as a trusted advisor to the day he died. Lobbying by The Prison Show was instrumental in persuading the Texas Legislature to approve the installation of prison payphones for convicts in 2007. Texas was the last state to do so.The Prison Show Gang is a motley crew of ex-offenders, teachers, professors, lawyers, chaplains, activists, ex-politicos, male and female who see the error in the current prison system and the worth in The American people lost but not forgotten inside. Every Friday since Ray created The Prison Show, the show has connected Texas prison inmates with their loved-ones and friends on the outside who cannot easily call or visit.The Prison Show has through their staff brought together Texas Incarcerated Families Association, End Mass Incarceration Houston, ACLU, Texas Coalition To Abolish The Death Penalty, Death Penalty Action, Grass Roots Leadership and TAJ Texas Advocates for Justice, Texas Prisons Community Advocates, The Cohen Parole Law Team, The Death Row Angels, Lioness: Justice Impacted Women's Alliance, Texas Voices for Reason and Justice , Rusty Diamond Network, Pacifica Radio, and many more local businesses, churches, and organizations who's target audience are the offenders inside the walls of our prison system. more

Victory Over Sin is a podcast hosted by Mark Renick that addresses issues pertaining to returning citizens as they face the challenges of coming out of incarceration in Idaho. This podcast is sponsored by Systemic Change of Idaho. New episodes every Saturday at 1 pm MST. more

Criminal Thinking Deterred is a program that takes no prisoners. In fact, it helps incarcerated and former convicts reject excuses, stop destructive thinking and end anti-social behavior. Host Tony Moore, founder of Moore & Associates, is an ex-offender, but now a business owner, non-profit founder, pro basketball coach, author, husband and father. His fascinating and knowledgeable guests talk about offender recovery, drug treatment, rehabilitation, and strategies that help deter criminal thinking. more

This podcast is dedicated to the 98% of people incarcerated in North Carolina who will eventually be released from prison back into their communities, often with few, if any resources. Through the voices of people in transition and those who support them, we explore hurdles and life long barriers many justice-involved people confront whether getting a drivers license, finding housing, or trying to find a job. We examine issues like substance use disorder and mental health that plague this population and ask what we as a society can do to support the formerly incarcerated and reduce recidivism. In 2023, Judy Van Wyk and April Barber partnered to create a podcast about the many issues people face when transitioning from prison. Van Wyk is a producer and criminal justice advocate. April Barber received a life sentence when she was 15. After more than 31 years, she had her sentence commuted by Governor Cooper. She was released March 24, 2022. ART WORK BY JOHN HARDIN more

Uncuffed empowers people in California prisons to tell their own stories. The award-winning collaboration between incarcerated student producers and professional journalists shines light on the human experience of people before, during, and after their prison terms. The new Season 4 is hosted by formerly incarcerated producer Greg Eskridge.https://www.WeAreUncuffed.org more

A pebble in the shoe of the Prison Industrial Complex. Notes From The Pen is a modern portrait of American incarceration told, in real time, through a series of fifteen-minute phone calls between two special degenerates on opposite sides of a prison wall. Our website: Notesfromthepen.comCheck out our reviews: https://www.podparadise.com/Podcast/Reviews/1518819034 more

Bloody Angola features the complete history of Louisiana's most notorious prison. Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola and beyond. more

Hi, I'm Lisa Reilly, and this show is built on one simple belief: true stories can change how we see each other. Each week, I have the privilege to sit down with people from within the various criminal and social justice systems and organizations, including those with lived experience and those working to bring compassion and resources both behind and beyond the walls. All of them approach their lives and work with grit, hope, and purpose, which is what we're here to share because there's always a voice ready to challenge what you thought you knew. THIS IS THE HUSTLER FILES more

Rattling the Bars puts the voices of the people most harmed by our system of mass incarceration at the center of our reporting on the fight to end it. The show was founded by the late Black Panther and political prisoner Marshall 'Eddie' Conway, and is now hosted by Charles Hopkins, better known as Mansa Musa, who himself spent 48 years behind bars.Rattling the Bars offers an honest look at the lives of prisoners, returning citizens, their families, and their communities. With Rattling the Bars, by presenting hard data and real-life stories, we examine and seek to shift public opinion around the misconception that incarceration, punishment, and increased policing make cities safer—the truth of which has been disproven by countless studies. The series examines the history and root causes of the current so-called justice system. It showcases individuals and communities nationwide who are grappling with real solutions to problems created by the prison-industrial complex.Help us continue producing Rattling the Bars by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletter more

Pistol Pete aka 'King of Rikers Island' interviews real life prisoners and celebs that have done hard time and shares his personal experiences along with his guests amazing stories of how they survived and persevered. This should inspire Americas youth to avoid the same trappings and mistakes and understand that nothing is worth doing the time. Take the hard road not the easy one. Prison is full of hardship and pain. Know that. more

We share unvarnished stories from inside America's federal prison system to touch hearts and change minds.

Welcome to the Inside Circle podcast with your host Eldra Jackson III. Eldra spent over a decade unlearning dangerous lessons about masculinity and finding freedom while serving 24 years in prison. In conversation with leaders from all walks of life who have overcome some of lifes' greatest challenges, The Inside Circle podcast aims to broaden our concept of personal transformation, 'men's work', and what it means to 'lead change from within'. Beyond the manufactured constructs of race, class, gender, and even criminal history, this deep dive exposes the heart of our shared humanity, revealing prison as an intensely personal state of mind that can be transcended at any time. Eldra is the Co-Executive Director of Inside Circle, a non-profit organization that supports justice involved people in transforming their lives. Featured in the documentary The Work while he was still incarcerated at New Folsom prison, Eldra's TEDTalk about his personal journey received over 1.2 million views. The Inside Circle Podcast - where your truth will set you free. Learn more at www.insidecircle.org. more

Hear about the changing landscape of criminal justice reform from those most directly impacted. Our discussions range from analysis of the political landscape (local, state and federal), engaging in the promise of abolitionist praxis and of course, elevating the voices of formerly incarcerated people. more

Examining issues in the death penalty system. Brought to you by the Death Penalty Information Center, a non-profit organization serving the media and the public with analysis and information on issues concerning capital punishment. more

Prison saved his life and gave him a 2nd chance to make a difference in this world. Shawn has turned his life around, he now owns a successful fitness studio and runs a mentorship program for at-risk youth. The goal of this podcast is to bring motivational content but at the same time we will have hard conversations regarding our current society. more

Turning a Moment Into a Movement exists to transform personal pain into public power. Inspired by the wrongful conviction of Gerard Haycraft, this podcast amplifies the voices of those affected by injustice and the advocates working to dismantle the systems that perpetuate it. Through storytelling, truth-telling, and community-centered conversations, we shine a light on the moments that awaken people to action—and support the movements that demand accountability, equity, and lasting reform. We believe that every story has the power to shift perspectives, and every moment can spark a movement. more

Pracademically Speaking is a podcast intended to highlight research and innovations within the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (PA DOC). Episodes include interviews with national experts and PA DOC staff members who are leading the way in cutting edge developments. A primary goal of the podcast is to bring together thought leaders (academics, practitioners, and policymakers) to stimulate further thinking about how to solve real world problems within the field of corrections.Pracademically Speaking is produced by the PA DOC's Bureau of Planning, Research & Statistics (PRS). The mission of PRS is to evaluate programs, policies, and practices, produce statistical reports, support data needs, clearly communicate research, and foster innovation, with excellence and objectivity, to advance agency goals through data-driven, scientifically informed decision-making. Their motto is 'Pracademic Excellence!' more

What Happens Now?' is a powerful and transparent mother-and-son podcast hosted by Tiffany Nicole and her son Damiani, a duo who have lived through one of life's hardest journeys: incarceration, separation, and redemption. Together, Tiffany and Damiani invite listeners into the real process, the one no one talks about from the moment you get the call, to the sentencing, to the long nights of silence, and finally to the day your child comes home. This podcast gives voice to: • Mothers with children still inside the prison system. • Families preparing for their child's return home. • Parents learning how to heal and start over after reentry. Every episode brings raw emotion, faith-filled truth, and healing conversations that help families find purpose in their pain and hope in their hardest seasons. It's a movement of restoration, designed to remind you that even when everything feels broken, God is still writing your story. 'What Happens Now?' is more than a podcast, it's a movement of restoration, designed to remind you that even when everything feels broken, God is still writing your story. more

Beyond Prisons is a podcast on justice, mass incarceration, and prison abolition. Hosted by @phillyprof03 & @bsonenstein more

We interview correctional officers and former inmates on the life inside prison.

The PA Prisons Podcast takes you inside the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections to hear first-hand accounts about the programs and policies in state facilities. Episodes will feature people who work with the incarcerated and reentry populations of Pennsylvania to give you an inside look at corrections in the Keystone state. more

Welcome to Voices of a Killer, the stories from the perspective of a person who has taken the life of another human. Through exclusive interviews with those behind bars, we aim to shed light on the darkest corners of the human psyche. Each episode, we journey deep into the minds of those involved, peeling back the layers of their motives and unraveling the chilling details of their crimes. You will see, although these are people we are programmed to hate, they all have something in common, they are all humans like us, that admit that they made a mistake. Will you condemn them or will you forgive them?Voices of a Killer is sponsored by BetterHelp: Visit BetterHelp.com/VOK today to get 10% off your first month ?voicesofakiller.comwww.patreon.com/voicesofakiller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Our purpose is to empower and equip incarcerated and ex-incarcerated individuals through the Progression Podcast, sharing personal stories and practical advice, so that they can reintegrate into society and break the cycle of recidivism.' -- more

Randall Via-- Red Onion Randy -- was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole in 2001. In this podcast Randy reports on daily life in Red Onion State Prison, the supermax facility in the Virginia Appalachians where he is serving his sentence. more

Step behind the walls of Folsom Prison where author and criminal justice professional, April Moore, delves into the haunting, yet profoundly human stories of the 93 men executed between 1895 and 1937. Join us as we explore the paradoxes of justice, taking a deeper look at the death penalty, and re-humanizing those that history might have left behind. One to two new episodes each month; Fridays. apriljmoore.substack.com more

Welcome to Second Chance Coaching, the podcast that brings awareness to the everyday triumphs and challenges of life through the eyes of the returning citizen. Learn through stories and strategies on how to optimize the power of the human spirit and make the most of your second chance. more

We can do better. Listen and have your eyes opened:• See criminal justice reality and needed reforms through real-life stories of people with lived experience with crime on both sides of the law.• Learn about practical solutions for breaking the cycle of crime, achieving healing for victims, and building safer communities.Hosted by David Risley, former career federal prosecutor and former Director of Public Safety Policy in the Illinois Governor's Office.Co-hosting many episodes is Lynard Joiner, who went to prison for 17 years in a case prosecuted by Mr. Risley, and who is now Executive Director of Shifting Into New Gear (SING), delivering reentry services and support to people returning to society after release from prison.What Makes Us Unique• Unexpected Partnership: The partnership of Mr. Risley and Mr. Joiner, who first met on opposite sides of a federal courtroom on opposite sides of the law, enables listeners to get the real story from both perspectives and demonstrates the power of forgiveness and healing.• Beyond Theory: We bring you raw, honest stories from people who've lived through incarceration, police our streets, experienced victimization, live in high-crime communities, or work daily in the justice system—paired with concrete examples of cost-effective problem-solving that actually work.• New Vision of Justice: Instead of legal and social barriers amounting to permanent punishment, we showcase successful reentry programs, community-driven approaches to healing trauma as both a cause and effect of crime, crime prevention, problem-solving courts, and restorative practices that help both victims and offenders rebuild their lives.Featured Topics• Life before and inside prison• Life after prison: challenges, barriers, and successes• Restorative justice in action• Effective, community-centered solutions• Victim healing and offender accountability• Trauma-informed approaches to crime prevention• Criminal justice policy reformJustice Voices is essential listening for concerned citizens, policy-makers, justice professionals, community leaders, and anyone interested in how we can create safer communities by shifting from a punishment approach to justice to a problem-solving approach. more

When correctional officer Valentino Rodriguez first stepped behind prison walls, he wasn't just starting a job, he was joining a family. What he didn't know was that he was now bound by an unwritten code that would ultimately test his loyalty to his oath and his fellow officers. Five years later, Valentino's sudden death would raise questions from the FBI, his family and his mentor in the elite investigative unit where they both worked. This season, join us as we follow in Valentino's footsteps to uncover the secrets hidden inside the most dangerous prison in California: New Folsom.If you have tips or feedback about this series please reach out to us at onourwatch@kqed.org.   more

I was a Correctional Officer at America's toughest prison. USP Marion was the ancestor of Alcatraz, yes I did know men who was locked up there, and the parent of the ADX in Colorado. I know some of the current prisoners at the ADX. We had some of the most well known prisoners at the time in USP Marion. John Gotti, the New York Mobster, Woody Harrelson's father, contract killer for the Mob. The man who put the publisher of the Porn Hustler Magazine, Larry Flynt, in a wheelchair, Franklin. Franklin was executed after he left USP Marion. The man who said he was on the grassy knoll in 1963 Dallas. more

The FreeHer Podcast raises awareness about the impact of incarceration on women and girls. Through powerful stories and bold conversations, we expose the harm caused by prisons and share strategies for healing, justice, and lasting freedom. We believe in abolition, in community, and in the power of people to create real change. more

'Opening Doors' is a transformative podcast focused on healing from the traumas of incarceration and drug addiction, hosted by Rachel Dalinka. With over 25 years of experience in developing and delivering educational programs, and 8 years focused on programming for underserved communities, Rachel combines her expertise with her personal journey of growing up with an addicted and incarcerated father. Her mission is to break the stigmas and silence surrounding these issues, fostering open and healing conversations. Each episode features heartfelt storytelling and insightful interviews with formerly incarcerated individuals, people in recovery, experts in trauma and recovery, and family members. The podcast sheds light on the emotional, psychological, and social complexities of reintegration and overcoming addiction. Listeners gain strategies for overcoming shame, rediscovering purpose, and leveraging community resources and mental health support. 'Opening Doors' is more than a podcast; it's part of a movement towards empathy, understanding, and hope. It aims to create a community where stories of resilience, recovery, and redemption inspire listeners to embark on their own journeys of transformation. The show aims to break down barriers of stigma and advocate for a future where everyone has the support and understanding needed to move beyond their past. Join us in navigating these challenges and celebrating the victories of spirit and strength. more

Prison Focus Radio and Liberate the Caged Voices are projects of California Prison Focus. We intentionally and purposefully center New Afrikan Political Prisoners who organized the Historic California Hunger Strikes, authored the Agreement to End Hostilities, and developed Black August Memorial/Black August Resistance. These New Afrikans survived decades of torture in solitary confinement in Pelican Bay and Corcoran state prisons—euphemistically called 'security housing units' (SHUs)— meant to break their revolutionary minds. Liberate the Caged Voices exposes the terror and genocide plaguing our People in Prisons, and unites People with the power of revolutionary love. more

Welcome to Survivor Chronicles: Free Them All, a podcast by Survived & Punished NY. We are a collective by and for survivors, organizing for the abolition of prisons and policing with the understanding these systems do not protect survivors, but further endanger them. Since 2017, we've been organizing with criminalized survivors in NY State prisons. This podcast is part of our mass clemency campaign. Survivors who were criminalized for their acts of survival are now banding together to demand clemency from Governor Kathy Hochul, who can free anyone she wants with the stroke of a pen. Despite proclaiming herself pro-survivor, she refuses to grant them clemency, offering survivors nothing but policing and cages. Together, we're saying: enough. These are the stories of survivors and their loved ones who have been abandoned and betrayed by the state of New York. These are also stories of resistance, resilience, connection across prison walls, and of refusing the logic of disposability underlying the US prison system. Throughout the season, we'll put calls to action in our show notes as episodes come out. We want you to learn about the harms of the carceral system and the re-victimization survivors are subject to, but we also want you to join us in the fight. Please look out for ways to get involved and follow our campaign on Instagram and Twitter at survivepunishny, or visit www.survivedandpunishedny.org/. Survivor Chronicles was made possible by the support of NYC Connect and Focus for Health. Writing and producing by Jade Abdul-Malik. Podcast art by Mon M. more

Broken is Beautiful tells transformational stories from an unexpected place: our prison system. Hosted by friends Christopher Blackwell, an incarcerated journalist, and Katherin Hervey, a documentary filmmaker and lawyer, this podcast fearlessly explores the darkest corners of the human experience — but it doesn't linger in the shadows.From survivors of violence who have forgiven their attackers, to individuals who have taken a life and found a path to redemption, our guests embody a profound fight for change. And their resilience is electric. more

Most people who know James K Jones today are surprised to discover that he spent a significant part of his life in prison. Despite being released for more than two decades, based on his numerous charges (including a federal offense), he should still be incarcerated. However, James has since moved on to marry and raise three wonderful children while also owning a business. This is the narrative of how he ended up in prison, his experiences inside: the people, the challenges, the dishonesty, and the deep self-realizations he encountered. Ultimately, James believes that his time behind bars actually saved his life. This is James recounting his journey, now intertwined with his wife Haley's story. Together, they share the tale - including all the twists and raw details - that eventually led to genuine liberation. more

Re-entry and life after prison conversations hosted by Cleveland Bell, CEO of Riverside House, a re-entry facility in Miami, Florida. We support re-entry and encourage others to bloom where they are planted, to share stories of challenges being overcome, and to remind each listener that life is a continual transformation process. You are your future self in the making! Forget your past, forgive yourself, and begin again right now. more

Show is about my experience at Rikers Island and upstate Prison having spent most of my life there from an adolescent i tell my story and have others on show from time to time so maybe we can help others who are going to do time or doing crime stay away from the streets do the right thing in life and know what not to do and what they can do for them self if one ends up in Jail or Prison i tell my story with a little humor so we all have a few laughs on show all my content is for entertainment purposes and to Educate people on what goes on in the New York City Jails and Prisons Hope you like the show as i work on being a Better Me to Make things around here Better for you (LOVE ALL PEOPLE) more

After five DWI's landed me prison, something had to change. One day I got into a fight and I spent eight days in solitaire confinement thinking about my life and the decisions I had made that led me to that dark place, literally. I came out of the hole a different man with a different heart, mind, soul, direction, and outlook on life. I got mentored by a couple of inmates who eventually made parole but within a year they were both back in. This confused me and ticked me off. I wondered how I was going to make it out there. Since my release in 2006 we've opened up a transitional house for men, with another 'ranch' coming, launched a documentary, been on the Mike Huckabee Show, launched this podcast, and it goes into prisons all over the nation. more

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/deathrow/subscribeThe only podcast hosted live from Death Row. William A Noguera has been on San Quentin Prison's notorious Death Row for over thirty years. During that time he's seen things that few have seen, or should see. Matt Ralston co-hosts the show. Matt is not in prison, though, some people think he should be.Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/deathrowdiariesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/deathrowdiaries/ more

abolition is for everybody is a podcast that tackles the sometimes-difficult conversations around prison abolition. Through friendly chats, and conversations with experts, our system-impacted co-hosts explore the history, futures, obstacles, and joys of abolition.abolition is for everybody is a project of Initiate Justice (www.initiatejustice.org/podcast) more

What does love, caregiving, and connection look like when it's stretched across jail and prison walls? Pillars: Untold Stories of Women with Incarcerated Loved Ones answers this question through the lens of the 1 in 4 women and 1 in 2 Black women with incarcerated loved ones. Pillars is a new video and podcast series about women—mothers, wives, partners, daughters, grandmothers, sisters, and aunties—with loved ones behind bars. You'll hear raw and honest stories from the women who are holding their families together as the system tries to tear them apart. more

This is my TRUE unscripted Prison Love Story. 10/6/21 I said 'I Do' to the love of my life, but my 'Happily Ever After' came with a prison sentence. I decided to share my journey on the up's & down's dealing with a prison relationship and the obstacles within the prison system. I wanted to focus on the LOVE and the BOND that we share to remove the negative layers that society has placed on finding love behind prison walls! We've known each other for over 15yrs but our love story began while he was awaiting his sentence, so THIS IS NOT YOUR AVERAGE LOVE STORY! Join me! more

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/joe-baker46/subscribeA podcast that offers advice, alternatives to the criminal lifestyle, and true cautionary stories about life in prison to deter others from the criminal lifestyle. more

Join Abbe and Baylen as they chat with prison impacted humans about their experience, the change that we all need to make, our justice system, and more! New episodes drop every Thursday! more

Each episode of The Shakedown discusses a question about criminal justice. Hosts and guests share their stories and personal experiences to give audiences a deeper understanding of what justice means and what consequences it can have. more

The Freedom Takes is a podcast from the Freedom Reads, produced for listeners in prison and out, that explores the relationship between literature and freedom.Freedom Reads was founded in the knowledge that in a world with prison cells, freedom can begin with a book. And in a country with two million people incarcerated, the offer of a million books to provide solace, affirm dignity, enable imaginative escape and bridge human differences is a duty. So we are sending tens of thousands of books into prisons and juvenile detention centers across this country. On the show, poet, lawyer, and founder of Freedom Reads, Reginald Dwayne Betts talks to some of the authors of these books about their lives as writers and as readers, and about what it means to them to be free. more

The Prison Professors podcast shares strategies and insight for people who have an interest in America's prison system. Michael Santos served 26 years in federal prison and he hosts the show. Shon Hopwood and Justin Paperny are co-founders of Prison Professors. Together we discuss how to prepare for a prosecution and how to prepare for sentencing. We reveal sentence-mitigation strategies and the strategies that empowered us through out lengthy prison terms. Our podcast offers insight for people who want to learn how to prepare for success through prison and beyond. We also feature content that will be of value to admi more

Taking the door off the American prison system with hosts Jeremy Hiltz and Brandon Brown.

Welcome to the All My Friends Are Felons Podcast. Join host Mark for a compelling journey into the transformative power of those trying to rehabilitate and change their lives following their experience of the prison system. Your host Mark, has spent years on the inside and has witnessed firsthand how education can turn anyone's life around. With a focus on compassionate advocacy, we strive to share the narratives that shatter stereotypes and showcase the power of learning behind bars. Drawing from his time working with the incarcerated, Mark brings you face-to-face with current and former inmates who have harnessed the power of learning for change. Join us as we explore the uncharted territory of second chances and spotlight the potential that exists within everyone, regardless of their circumstances. more

I'm Wes Watson, founder of Watson Fit and your guide to becoming the BEST motherfucker you can become. In the world today people continue to look for happiness in the same place they lost it (Vices). It's a universal rule that by way of pain one arrives at pleasure. I created this podcast to share what I've learned on my journey to becoming the best individual I can be in every area. It's my mission to help you succeed and master the areas of life you're aiming to build up. Check out the site: https://weswatsonfit.com/ Check out my new book: https://www.amazon.com/Non-Negotiable-Incarcerated-Creating-Unbreakable-Mindset/dp/1956649123/ref=sr_1_1crid=3PEEGS9JENTRZ&keywords=wes watson&qid=1644856202&sprefix=wes watson,aps,237&sr=8-1 more

Frankie Boyer, longtime radio personality has teamed up with GC Brown, longtime federal inmate, turned award winning novelist. Together, with two vastly different sets of life experiences, they tackle the 'sticky' things most people don't want to touch. Nothing's off the table. It's the naked truth about injustices, government overreach, unfair sentences, everyday life, and everything in between. It's stories about dirty cops, prison gangs, riots, sex, drugs, and lives shattered in the wake of it all. Tough subjects, tough conversations, with two tough cookies. more

Larry Lawton, America's biggest Jewel Robber shares his story, current events, hot topics, and more with guests and listeners. 'Gangster Redemption: How America's Most Notorious Jewel Robber Got Rich, Got Caught, and Got His Life Back on Track' is Larry's true-life story. Larry shares all of the excitement of living as a successful robber with millions of dollars and the flip side of being tortured and humiliated in prison. This podcast is educational, entertaining, and life changing to some. Larry's 'say it like it is' way makes you feel like you are in the conversation. more

Live from the cell is an experience from the perspective of those incarcerated in America. The host, the listener, has been incarcerated for 27 years as of the launch of this podcast. The purpose of this podcast is to educate, discuss both life inside of the cells and their perspective of life outside of the cell. This is an experience for both the listener and the host. more

Having spent over 12 years of his adult life incarcerated, E.i. the King recounts the crazy, funny, good, and bad memories of prison life. From the first day in prison, to the day of release, E.i. also unpacks the challenges of transitioning back into society, and how his perspective on things might be a little bit different than most.'This is...The Incarceration.' more

Co Host KaLynn tells Co Host Brooke about a death row inmate from Texas, their crime, and their final words. 

The Prison Podcast gives voice to survivors of violent crimes and the individuals convicted of those crimes, uncovering powerful stories that are often excluded from public discourse. Hosted by Diane Kahn, Executive Director of Humans of San Quentin, the podcast focuses on the transformative process of Victim Offender Dialogue—a facilitated meeting in a prison setting where survivors of harm meet face-to-face with those responsible for it. This process allows both sides to share their experiences, ask and answer difficult questions, and explore the potential for understanding and healing. In each episode, we delve into the intimate, often challenging dynamics of these dialogues, offering an unfiltered look at the complexities of harm, accountability, and reconciliation. The conversations are raw and transformative, as participants navigate difficult emotions, confront their pasts, and ultimately experience profound personal and communal growth. Unlike traditional true crime media, The Prison Podcast prioritizes reconciliation, personal agency, and the human side of justice. It's a platform for empathy and understanding, designed to challenge assumptions and inspire meaningful change. A heartfelt thank-you to the Ahimsa Collective, whose vision and support have been essential in bringing this podcast to life. From programs like People First Reentry to Healing Pathways, their commitment to restorative justice and community healing is woven through every episode. To learn more about Victim Offender Dialogue, please visit their website at https://www.ahimsacollective.net/vods. Finally, we're proud to feature Hands of Stone, the podcast's cover art, created by Jorge—an artist whose personal journey aligns deeply with our themes of resilience and transformation. Music by Jacob Bloomfield-Misrach. About Humans of San Quentin We are a humanitarian non-profit sharing the lives of people inside prison with the outside world. Our mission is to collect real stories shared by incarcerated people in order to bring awareness and build connections. Our aim is to give voice to the unheard. We aspire to educate and build compassion by sharing the lives of humans living behind bars. Our work is a reminder of our shared humanity. Through first-person narrative storytelling, we present personal stories which break down stereotypes and humanize people living behind bars. Employing presently and previously incarcerated people whenever possible, HoSQ engages everyone both inside and outside of prison with educational opportunities for growth, healing and creating lasting societal change. We invite you to visit our website at https://humansofsanquentin.org/ to learn more about our work. If you feel inspired, we welcome your support through a donation to further our efforts in promoting positive rehabilitation within prisons and fostering a deeper public understanding of this transformative process. more

Journeying into the minds of women incarcerated in America's prisons, this harrowing documentary series seeks to understand the unique methods and motives of female convicts. more

The 'From Prison to Purpose' podcast, hosted by Jimmy McGill, unfolds transformative narratives of individuals who have triumphed over adversity, transcending from a life marked by incarceration and addiction to finding purpose. Each episode unveils inspiring stories of resilience, recovery, and redemption, offering a beacon of hope for those seeking positive change. Join Jimmy and his guests as they share personal journeys, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and transformation. This podcast is a testament to the power of second chances and the pursuit of purpose beyond life's ha more

Carceral Fictions & Abolitionist Realities is a series of narrative essays that reflect on emergent themes from conversations with Detroit-based organizers and futurists committed to abolition of police and prisons. Interweaving research with brief dispatches from speculative abolitionist futures, each episode draws together the voices of people working toward food justice, water access, educational equity, restorative justice, and Black liberation to connect thematic currents surrounding the abolition of police and prisons. In each episode, we look closely at the kinds of fictions that shape our current attachments to policing, prisons, and punishment to examine where they come from and how they affect us. At the same time, you'll hear us explore abolitionist realities that counter these fictions and open up other ways of being. This limited series was dreamed up, written and produced by Lauren Williams; essays were co-produced by my dear friend Ayinde Jean-Baptiste; and the audio was engineered by Conor Anderson. Featured guests include Nick Buckingham, Curtis Renee, Tawana Petty, PG Watkins, Angel McKissic, Monica Lewis-Patrick, Nate Mullen, Sirrita Darby, Kim Sherrobi, Monique Thompson, and Myrtle Thompson-Curtis. Voice actors who read various excerpts from references are credited on each episode. Our theme music is the instrumentals from a song called Detroit Summer by Invincible and Waajeed, courtesy of Emergence Media. Full time-stamped transcripts are available at www.makingroom.online/essays . This show is presented in partnership with Respair Production & Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Three formerly incarcerated people, Roq The Outsider, Emeka, and Spit Propah, talk about the prison system, mental health, misconceptions in the media and more in the first episode of a new series. more

Criminal Code: Our Story Behind Bars is a podcast hosted by Sam and Tony, two Asian-American men who defy the typical narratives surrounding prison life in the United States. Having met behind bars, they share a unique perspective on incarceration, rehabilitation, and the journey of reintegration into society. Through a mix of personal stories, candid discussions, and insights into the peculiarities and challenges of prison life, they aim to demystify stereotypes and shed light on the human stories within the prison system. Each episode explores themes of friendship, resilience, systemic issues, and the unexpected humor found in the darkest places. Join them as they unravel their journey through the federal system, the impact of rehabilitation programs like RDAP, and navigate the complexities of life after incarceration. 'Criminal Code: Our Story Behind Bars' isn't just a podcast; it's a lifeline of hope, laughter, and insight for anyone who's ever felt imprisoned, physically or metaphorically. more

A Prisoner's Pardon, through storytelling, describes how prisoners are set free from physical and/or spiritual prisons (ex. Domestic & Drug Abuse) only via a pardon and not a reform program. more

A podcast and video series that examines how America addresses violence, defines justice and seeks accountability through the journey of one man. Years after committing a horrific crime, Sterling Cunio fully faces the ripple effects of the harm he caused. Through the power of artistic expression and human connections and inspired by restorative justice principles, he forges a remarkable personal transformation while serving decades in prison.This story is a poignant reminder that hope, healing, and redemption are never beyond reach, even in the darkest of places.To see our companion video series and find out more about the show, go to our website at CellblockstoMountaintops.com more

In times of need, who do you turn to? What systems do you believe are there to catch you if you fall? Is there a way to interrupt generations of trauma and family violence? What might the world look like if we decriminalized mental illness, substance use disorder, and poverty?  Call Declined follows the lives of two extraordinary women, Kamisha Thomas and Aimee Wissman, and the captivating story of how they fell through a frayed safety net and how resilience, friendship, and the power of creativity enabled them to survive the grim walls of the Dayton Correctional Institution. It is a story of how art became their north star and inspiration for what was to come when they finally were released from prison.Call Declined is hosted by Melissa Beck, the executive director of the Sozosei Foundation.To learn more about our country's mental health system, check out the episodes in this feed marked Call For Help, hosted by Stephanie Wittels Wachs, which explores the promise and perils of the nationwide rollout of the 988 hotline.Call Declined is presented by the Sozosei Foundation, a philanthropic arm of Otsuka. The Foundation's goal is to increase access to mental healthcare in order to eliminate the inappropriate use of jails and prisons for the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness in the United States. Learn more at www.SozoseiFoundation.org. The Sozosei Foundation extends special thanks to Aimee Wissman and Kamisha Thomas, visionary artists and co-founders of The Returning Artists Guild whose creativity, resilience, and lived experience inspire us to build a world where mental illness is not a crime. To learn more about the Guild visit www.thereturningartistsguild.org.Please note that this podcast contains mature content, including explicit language and discussions about drug use and other potentially sensitive topics. The views expressed are solely those of the participants and do not reflect the opinions of the Sozosei Foundation, podcast host or sponsors. Listener discretion is advised. This content is intended for mature audiences and is not suitable for all listeners. more

Justice in America, hosted by Josie Duffy Rice and Clint Smith, is a podcast for everyone interested in criminal justice reform— from those new to the system to experts who want to know more. Each episode we cover a new criminal justice issue. We explain how it works and look at its impact on people, particularly poor people and people of color. We'll also interview activists, practitioners, experts, journalists, organizers, and others, to learn. By the end of the episode, you'll walk away with a better understanding of what drives mass incarceration and what can fix it. more

On the morning of August 21, 1991, a group of Cuban detainees took over a federal prison in Talladega, Alabama, and demanded their freedom. But how did they get here? And what became of them after? In season two of NPR's Pulitzer-finalist show, we unspool a decades-long story about immigration, indefinite detention, and a secret list. It's a story about a betrayal at the heart of our country's ideals. And in charting a course to our current moment of crisis at the border, we expose the lies that bind us together.Support in-depth storytelling that matters by subscribing to Embedded and unlock early access to new episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org/embedded more

In the outlaw motorcycle world he was known as Freeway Pete. He was in and out of prison and his life was leading to a dead end. Then he was released from prison and saved. Now he is Pastor Pete as he helps others get released from their life on death row. more