Podcasts about incarceration

Today I am honored to speak with Elizabeth Hinton and  Elsa Julien Lora about their new book, Harm and Punishment: Incarcerated Writers on Violence and the US Prison. Along with two research assistants, Lora and Hinton pored over hundreds of essays by prisoners, found in the American Prison Writing Archive.  They then selected and organized the essays found in this volume, offering illuminating introductions to each section.Our discussion moves through many topics—the brutal, dehumanizing, and punitive nature of the prison system, the damage it does to lives both inside and outside prison, and the ways prisoners find to survive and offer each other support, despite being pitted against each other. At base, we consider how we, as a society, are “addicted to violence,” and why and how it is crucial to understand that violence can only produce more violence. These essays organically blend personal observations and stories with a deep understanding of the broad, systemic nature of violence.Elizabeth Hinton is one of the nation's leading experts on the roots of mass incarceration and enduring inequality in the United States. The Class of 1954 Professor of History, Black Studies, and Law at Yale University, Hinton serves as the founding director of the Justice for Everybody Movement J4EM, a university-based center focused on promoting public safety through education, research, and coalition-building. At Harvard, she is the founding co-director (with Brandon M. Terry) of the Hutchins Center's Institute on Policing, Incarceration, and Public Safety.  Hinton's groundbreaking books—From the War on Poverty to the War on Crime and America on Fire—were each named New York Times Notable Books and have become essential texts in policy and social justice circles. A sought-after public intellectual, Hinton's commentary appears in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, New York Magazine, The Los Angeles Times and beyond. Her research has been supported by the Carnegie Corporation and the Guggenheim, Mellon, and Ford Foundations. Hinton served on the National Academies of Sciences Committee on Reducing Racial Inequalities in the Criminal Justice System and in 2022 was elected to the American Philosophical Society as one of the youngest members in its history. At J4EM, Hinton is building the infrastructure for a more just and robust democracy—where education is not a privilege, but a cornerstone of public safety.Elsa Julien Lora is a U.S. historian and interdisciplinary scholar whose research focuses on the history of American prisons and the texture and intimacy of family life. A Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Columbia University Society of Fellows, Elsa is at work on her book, Life in Prison: An Intimate History of American Punishment. Her research has been supported by the Mellon Foundation, the American Council of Learned Societies, the Institute for Citizens and Scholars, and the American Society for Legal History. Elsa's writing about race, justice, and family has appeared in the Virginia Quarterly Review, Aperture, and Public Books, and she is currently producing a documentary about her grandmother, boundary-breaking modern dancer Mary Hinkson. She holds a PhD in African and African American Studies from Harvard University and a JD from Yale Law School. 

Though President Donald Trump came back to the White House with broad support for his border policies, his Administration's immigration crackdown has been broadly unpopular. The staff writer Jonathan Blitzer spoke with two representatives in Congress about the blowback: Jason Crow, of Colorado, and María Salazar, of Florida. Crow is one of the Democratic Party's recruitment co-chairs for the midterm elections, a role that entails helping candidates figure out what to say about issues that have proved controversial for their party. Salazar, whose district includes much of Miami, is a diehard Trump supporter, but many of her Republican constituents are outraged at how ICE has been operating, and she remains hopeful that the Administration might make a sharp turn. “Mr. President, you've got to change the way when it comes to immigration,” she'd like to tell him. “Otherwise, we're not going to have a Republican Party.” Further listening: “A Member of the ‘Seditious Six' on Reviving the Democratic Party,” an episode of The Political Scene featuring Jason Crow New episodes of The New Yorker Radio Hour drop every Tuesday and Friday. Join host David Remnick as he discusses the latest in politics, news, and current events in conversation with political leaders, newsmakers, innovators, New Yorker staff writers, authors, actors, and musicians. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you know someone who's been incarcerated? Have you ever actually asked them their story, instead of judging them on that one fact? Because 95% of incarcerated people eventually leave prison and come home. They are our neighbors, our coworkers, our family members.  Here's why this is relevant to you today: This administration has made "tough on crime" the centerpiece of its second term - among other things, reviving the federal death penalty, pushing back against cashless bail reform, and pressuring prosecutors nationwide to seek harsher sentences (when, of course, it benefits them and/or the MAGA agenda). The message from Washington is loud and clear: punishment first, everything else second. But here's a question nobody in Washington seems to be asking: what happens after? How we treat people when they come home - whether we see them as people, or permanently as their worst mistake - says as much about us as any policy coming out of Washington. So today we're going straight to a conversation that is one of our favorites, with someone who's lived both sides of this story: Marcus Bullock, CEO of Flikshop, who was incarcerated as a teenager and built a company helping formerly incarcerated people stay connected to their families and rebuild their lives. This is a conversation about what "law and order" actually looks like on the ground and in people - not just in the abstract. What to listen for:  Marcus's origin story for Flikshop: how his mother's daily letters and photos during his eight-year sentence became the blueprint for a company that now keeps families connected to incarcerated loved ones The moment Marcus, at 15, stood before a judge and didn't grasp what "concurrent" and "consecutive" sentences meant; he just wanted to know if he'd be home for Christmas. Why Marcus resists the word "felon" (and "inmate" and "convict")  What it was like to go through adolescence and puberty inside an adult maximum-security prison, and the moment - a conversation with a friend serving 31 years - that broke him out of denial about his own situation The "class system" Marcus describes inside prison - from commissary money to medical care to solitary confinement - and how closely it mirrors inequities on the outside His reflection on perspective as "better than courage and hope," and how prison reframed what counted as hardship The emotional toll on his mother - isolation, cost, fear - as a reminder that incarceration ripples through entire families Applying to 41 jobs and getting rejected every time before the 42nd said yes - and what that reveals about resilience versus a broken system The real cost of the "have you been convicted of a felony?" checkbox - from job and housing applications to a story about being flagged by TSA at his own construction site How Flikshop Angels grew from a gesture by John Legend into a way for kids with incarcerated parents to send selfies to their moms and dads His challenge to listeners: change the dinner table conversation first - humanizing returning citizens starts there About Marcus: Marcus Bullock is an entrepreneur, justice reform advocate, and TED speaker. Following his 2004 release from prison, he launched a construction business that grew to employ other returning citizens. Bullock is the Founder and CEO of Flikshop, Inc., a software company that builds tools to help incarcerated people stay connected to their families and build community. He also founded the Flikshop School of Business, a program that teaches returning citizens life skills and entrepreneurship via computer coding and software development. Marcus is an inaugural cohort member of Techstars Anywhere 2018 and John Legend's Unlocked Futures business accelerators. He was selected as one of The Root's 2019 100 Most Influential African Americans in the U.S. He is also a member of the Justice Policy Institute's board of directors, Advisory Board member for Princeton University's Prison Teaching Initiative, and serves as an advisor to the Georgetown University McDonough School of Business and Aspen Institute's Opportunity Youth Incentive Fund. Married with two children, Marcus' story has received coverage from Forbes, CNN, Washington Post, Black Enterprise, and NPR.  Venture: Flikshop is the tech platform that allows family members to connect easily with their incarcerated loved ones. The Flikshop app is famously known as the Instagram for prisons, allowing users the ability to send personalized pictures and messages delivered as postcards to any person in any cell in the US. Website: http://ww.flikshop.com/  

In 2025, as ICE was struggling to meet an impossible goal of three thousand immigration arrests per day, the agency took an unprecedented step: picking people up when they arrived at immigration court. These were immigrants seeking legal status through appropriate channels. The staff writer Jonathan Blitzer, who has been reporting on immigration for over a decade, tells the story of one man detained this way, a Guinean refugee who was seeking asylum after a severe beating and death threats by his government. His first name is Alsainy, and his story exemplifies the ways that the Trump Administration is sabotaging the system of legal immigration.  Further reading:  “Inside ICE's Largest Detention Center,” by Jonathan Blitzer “For the Nation's Birthday, Making It Harder to Become an American,” by Jonathan Blitzer “Trump's Mass-Detention Campaign,” by Jonathan Blitzer New episodes of The New Yorker Radio Hour drop every Tuesday and Friday. Join host David Remnick as he discusses the latest in politics, news, and current events in conversation with political leaders, newsmakers, innovators, New Yorker staff writers, authors, actors, and musicians. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/academic-life

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/public-policy

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/law

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Cast Out: A Call For A Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration (Beacon Press, 2026), civil rights lawyer Joseph Margulies insists that those who commit even the most heinous crimes are one of us and should be judged in a spirit of forgiveness. He explains that American society is too often unforgiving, preferring to cast out those we consider irredeemable by fixating narrowly on the question What did they do? and imagining that those who have done great wrongs have no past worth learning and no future worth preserving.Through intimate interviews, his rich chapters bring to life 6 men and women, sharing their (sometimes brutal) crimes, the grim but all-too-human paths that led them there, and their evolution and insights. Eye-opening and unflinching, Cast Out makes us truly see those society locks away—the so-called “worst of the worst.” It challenges the reader to see us in them and them in us, and in that way, to recognize the humanity we all share. Guest: Joseph Margulies is a writer, litigator, Professor of the Practice of Law and Government at Cornell University. He was Counsel of Record in Rasul v. Bush (2004), and in Munaf v. Geren (2008). His books include Guantánamo and the Abuse of Presidential Power; and Cast Out. Host: Dr. Christina Gessler is an academic writing coach and editor. She is the creator, producer and host of the Academic Life podcast. Playlist for listeners: The Coroner's Silence Ghost In The Criminal Justice Machine Hands Up Don't Shoot Freemans Challenge The Journal Of Higher Education In Prison Education Behind The Wall Secrets Of The Killing State Stitching Freedom The Emerson Prison Initiative The Names Of All The Flowers Pink Crime Carceral Apartheid The Criminal Record Complex Welcome to Academic Life, the podcast for your academic journey—and beyond! Please join us again to learn from more experts inside and outside the academy, and around the world. Missed any of the 300+ Academic Life episodes? Find them here. And thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet Rhia Canady who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to founding Fly Girl Foundation, highlighting resilience, community support, and the importance of targeted interventions for women with lived experience of the criminal justice system. https://www.flygirlfoundation.co.uk/ keywords; prison reform, women empowerment, lived experience, social impact, Fly Girl Foundation, rehabilitation, community support key topics Rhia Canady's personal journey through incarceration and trauma The founding and mission of Fly Girl Foundation The importance of support systems for women leaving prison Challenges faced during legal proceedings and reintegration The role of community and mentorship in recovery and empowerment Experiences of prison life and the impact of routine and relationships The significance of early intervention and prevention for at-risk youth Rhia's work with Eastwood Park and prison reentry programs The emotional toll of trauma and coping strategies The importance of self-care and professional support for social workers and advocates takeaways Support networks are crucial for women reentering society after prison Early intervention can prevent women from entering the criminal justice system Routine and community connections aid in recovery and reintegration Self-care and professional support are vital for those working with trauma Legal battles can be navigated successfully with determination and evidence Sound Bites "Prison's awful, but it teaches resilience." "Routine and community support aid recovery." "Support networks are crucial for women reentering society." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Rhia Canady and her background 02:09Rhia's journey through trauma and incarceration 04:03Reflections on prison life and emotional challenges 05:56Reentry into society and the start of Fly Girl Foundation 07:52The impact of community support and mentorship 09:47Experiences of legal battles and overcoming obstacles 11:54The importance of early prevention and intervention 14:00Supporting women and young girls through education and empowerment 16:02Returning to Eastwood Park and reflections on progress 18:14The emotional toll of trauma and coping mechanisms 19:50The role of physical activity and routine in healing 22:10Supporting women at the moment of release from prison 23:48The significance of community and peer support 26:09Legal challenges and fighting for justice 27:59The importance of self-belief and resilience 29:46The future of Fly Girl Foundation and ongoing projects 32:03Advice for others working in social justice and support 33:52Closing thoughts and message of hope

Rhia Canady (Video); Building Bridges: How Fly Girl Foundation Supports Women Post-Incarceration In this episode Naomi Murphy and David Jones meet Rhia Canady who shares her powerful journey from incarceration to founding Fly Girl Foundation, highlighting resilience, community support, and the importance of targeted interventions for women with lived experience of the criminal justice system. https://www.flygirlfoundation.co.uk/ keywords; prison reform, women empowerment, lived experience, social impact, Fly Girl Foundation, rehabilitation, community support key topics Rhia Canady's personal journey through incarceration and trauma The founding and mission of Fly Girl Foundation The importance of support systems for women leaving prison Challenges faced during legal proceedings and reintegration The role of community and mentorship in recovery and empowerment Experiences of prison life and the impact of routine and relationships The significance of early intervention and prevention for at-risk youth Rhia's work with Eastwood Park and prison reentry programs The emotional toll of trauma and coping strategies The importance of self-care and professional support for social workers and advocates takeaways Support networks are crucial for women reentering society after prison Early intervention can prevent women from entering the criminal justice system Routine and community connections aid in recovery and reintegration Self-care and professional support are vital for those working with trauma Legal battles can be navigated successfully with determination and evidence Sound Bites "Prison's awful, but it teaches resilience." "Routine and community support aid recovery." "Support networks are crucial for women reentering society." Chapters 00:00Introduction to Rhia Canady and her background 02:09Rhia's journey through trauma and incarceration 04:03Reflections on prison life and emotional challenges 05:56Reentry into society and the start of Fly Girl Foundation 07:52The impact of community support and mentorship 09:47Experiences of legal battles and overcoming obstacles 11:54The importance of early prevention and intervention 14:00Supporting women and young girls through education and empowerment 16:02Returning to Eastwood Park and reflections on progress 18:14The emotional toll of trauma and coping mechanisms 19:50The role of physical activity and routine in healing 22:10Supporting women at the moment of release from prison 23:48The significance of community and peer support 26:09Legal challenges and fighting for justice 27:59The importance of self-belief and resilience 29:46The future of Fly Girl Foundation and ongoing projects 32:03Advice for others working in social justice and support 33:52Closing thoughts and message of hope

A groundbreaking new report reveals a direct link between prison phone call rates and prison safety: higher rates fuel more violence within prisons; lower rates and free phone calls dramatically reduce it. In this episode of Rattling the Bars, host and former political prisoner Mansa Musa speaks with Peter Mayer, Director of Research & Data Innovation for Worth Rises.Additional links/info:Worth Rises website, Facebook page, Bluesky page, X page, and InstagramPeter Mayer & Bianca Tylek, Worth Rises (May 2026), “Critical Connections: The Power of Free Communication in Prisons and Jails”Credits:Producer / Videographer / Editor: Cameron GranadinoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

A groundbreaking new report reveals a direct link between prison phone call rates and prison safety: higher rates fuel more violence within prisons; lower rates and free phone calls dramatically reduce it. In this episode of Rattling the Bars, host and former political prisoner Mansa Musa speaks with Peter Mayer, Director of Research & Data Innovation for Worth Rises.Additional links/info:Worth Rises website, Facebook page, Bluesky page, X page, and InstagramPeter Mayer & Bianca Tylek, Worth Rises (May 2026), “Critical Connections: The Power of Free Communication in Prisons and Jails”Credits:Producer / Videographer / Editor: Cameron GranadinoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rattling-the-bars--4799829/support.Follow Rattling the Bars on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkHelp us continue producing Rattling the Bars by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer

In this lively episode, Pipe Man interviews members of the band Killstreak—Sam, Ryan, and Mike—during their appearance at the Inkcarceration Festival inside the iconic (and reportedly haunted) Shawshank Prison. The group dives into everything from their musical inspirations and upcoming projects to favorite lyrics, the culture of metal versus country music, and the power of music as therapy. Expect insights into the band's writing process, shoutouts to gaming and tattoo culture, and plenty of laughs and camaraderie.Main Topics CoveredIntroduction to Killstreak, Band Members, and Setting (00:19)Humor around "Incarceration" and Writing About GTA 6 (00:31)Experiences at Shawshank Prison and Blood Prison Tour (01:25)Video Game Talk: Halo vs. Call of Duty, and Musical Inspirations (02:10)Killstreak's Thematic Albums—Horror, Sci-fi, and More (04:32)Playing a Prison Venue, Johnny Cash Vibes, and Tattoo Culture (05:08)The Metal Community vs. Country Music Culture (07:03)Favorite Lyrics and Songwriting Stories (12:06)Metal Music as Therapy and the Role of Aggression in Art and Audience Experience (16:10)Band's Social Media and Upcoming Music Announcements (17:54)Key Discussions & StoriesKillstreak's Origins and HumorThe band jokes about being "incarcerated" for writing songs about GTA 6 and felonies (00:31).Mike and Sam recount fun stories of festival experiences inside the prison (01:02).Haunts, Tattoos & HalloweenPipeman describes the creepiness of Shawshank and recounts the Blood Prison Tour (01:25).Sam, a tattoo artist, explains his love for the festival's blend of metal, tattoos, and Halloween spirit (05:20).Metal vs. Country CultureDiscusses the positive, family-like vibe in metal versus the fighting at country festivals (07:03, 08:20).Stories of fans and friends becoming closer through mosh pits and metal shows (06:54).Songwriting and Thematic AlbumsUpcoming horror-themed record inspired by games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, channeling early Slipknot vibes (04:00).Killstreak's approach to treating each album as a unique entity—previous themes included first-person shooters and fantasy games, with sci-fi planned in the future (04:47).Favorite Lyrics & InspirationsMike: Loves Skyrim and the 'Fus Ro Dah' chant (12:26).Sam: “All I can taste is blood and victory” sums up the band's drive and essence (12:58).Ryan: Lyrics from "Deathtouch" channel the frustration of losing in Magic: The Gathering (13:34).Discussion on how listeners assign their own meanings to songs (10:09), referencing Mitch Lucker (Suicide Silence).On Music as TherapyThe group agrees that metal provides an outlet for both artists and fans to release pent-up emotions and find community (16:10).Mosh pits are described as cathartic and a safe space for emotional expression (10:00, 16:33).Fun Moments & ShoutoutsMike wears a Cheap Hate shirt, gives a shoutout to cousin Eric's band (14:57).Anecdote about Pipe Man interviewing Rick Nielsen from Cheap Trick and hearing an unreleased song backstage (15:09).Notable Quotes“We wrote a song about GTA 6 and a bunch of felonies. Maybe that was what did it.” (00:47)“We're gonna try to do that [make metal scary again] but with a Killstreak twist.” (04:13)“People see me right off the rip and they're like, oh, that guy's... not a good person. But then people get to know me and ... I give them a big old hug.” (06:20)“Music gives you a place to channel your anger already. So when you're at these shows it's like therapy.” (08:54)“I can't drown my demons, they know how to swim.” (11:36) — referencing Bring Me the Horizon“All I can taste is blood and victory.” (13:07)Resources & Links MentionedKillstreak Socials:Find the band on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram: @KillstreakUS (18:27)Upcoming Music:New single, “Resident Evil,” with a music video — Fall 2024 release anticipated (18:03)Full horror-themed album targeted for late 2027 (04:32, 18:07)Band Merchandise:Encouraged to support by buying merch via their website and socials (17:47)Connect & FollowKillstreak:Instagram, TikTok, Facebook: @KillstreakUSStay tuned for new releases and merch dropsShow Host:PipemanThe Adventures of Pipeman, W4CY RadioFinal NotesThe episode celebrates the intersection of gaming, tattoos, and metal culture.Killstreak's approach enables fans of both games and heavy music to find common ground.The band values authenticity, catharsis, and community—the cornerstones of their ongoing success and fan connection.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

The conversation focused on the journey of Alien Ant Farm, touching on their live performance at Inkcarceration, the lead vocalist's personal growth and sobriety, the challenges and rewards of a decades-long music career, and what lies ahead for the band. Several personal anecdotes illuminated the ups and downs of life on the road, the cultural push for partying in music circles, and how sobriety reshapes passion and presence on stage.Main Topics CoveredAlien Ant Farm's performance and experience at InkcarcerationThe realities and pressures of touring and the music lifestyleSobriety: motivations, challenges, and impact on creativityBalancing career longevity and artistic fulfillmentUpcoming projects and band milestonesThe importance of introspection and reinventing joy in musicKey Discussions & StoriesReflecting on Stage Life and Festival GrowthThe discussion explored what it's like to go straight from the stage to interviews, especially in challenging conditions like extreme heat 00:44.A key theme that emerged was the evolution of the Incarceration festival, noting its massive expansion and bigger crowds since previous years 02:09.Sobriety and Personal ChangeOne concept discussed was the motivation behind getting sober. The journey wasn't prompted by a dramatic “bottom” but by fatigue with apologies and the need to show up authentically for loved ones 02:38.The conversation focused on the tension between the rock culture's celebration of excess and the decision to step away from it for personal well-being 04:16.Life Off-Stage: Finding New PassionsSeveral points were raised, including hobbies outside music: crafting bioactive enclosures for chameleons, building insect cages, and making jewelry boxes for moths 05:44.The Reality of Performing SoberThe discussion explored how performing sober brings a new level of anxiety but also a deeper sense of care and responsibility for the art and audience 06:46.Anecdotes about stage personas and wild stories from bandmates highlighted the duality of fun and regret often associated with substance use 07:29.Artistic Longevity & Future PlansA key theme that emerged was the push to continue touring internationally, finish a new record with notable producer Howard Benson, and stay connected to authentic motivation rather than simply “filling the calendar” 09:36.The importance of self-reflection and remembering the passion for music that started the journey was emphasized 10:44.Notable Quotes“I come out here to do this, so I'm glad to do it... I'm happy that there's a curiosity for our band. We're going on 30 years now of trekking around the world and the country…” 01:02“I was a good, I was a cool loving dad as a drunk too, but I'm just a better, way more present dude, you know, when I'm focused and there, you know.” 03:22“In the music business, debauchery is celebrated, bro. It's almost like, come on, you got to have a drink with us… and when you're 22, that's pretty cool. Then 23, then 33, then 40, you're like, well, hold on a sec, I'm supposed to get off this bus, bro.” 04:16“There's a lot of it sometimes where I feel like we take shows on to fill that calendar, and then halfway through it, I'm like, what am I doing out here kind of thing. That's where that sobriety thing kicks in.” 10:35“15-year-old you would have been freaking the hell out about all of this stuff that you're complaining about. You'd have slapped yourself right now, bro.” 10:53Resources & Links MentionedOfficial Website: alienantfarm.comBand Store: alienantfarmstore.comInstagram: Find the band on Instagram for updates on tours and releasesAnthology Record: Pre-orders available for their first anthology record on vinyl 11:36For upcoming tour dates, releases, and news, visit the official Alien Ant Farm website and follow them on social media.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

The conversation focused on unique experiences in the music industry, from playing festivals in unusual locations like historic prisons to navigating the challenges of press and public life as an artist. One concept discussed was the intersection of personal identity and performance persona, as well as the ways musicians cope with the demands of fandom and the repetitive nature of interviews. The discussion explored paranormal stories, the philosophy of neutrality and people-pleasing, and the realities of life on tour.Main Topics CoveredPerforming at historic, haunted venues and music festivalsSupernatural and paranormal experiences, including haunted prisons and housesThe psychology behind people-pleasing and neutrality, especially among LibrasExperiences with press and media as artistsThe realities of touring: forgetfulness, festival dust, schedule changes, and coping as a vocalistThe distinction between an artist's stage persona and personal lifeFandom, artist-fan interactions, and the challenges of remembering individual fansAnnouncements of new music releasesKey Discussions & StoriesSeveral points were raised about performing at the Incarceration festival held at a former prison, including ghost stories and haunted buildings 00:19.The Axe Murder House in Villisca and the weight and atmosphere of places with dark histories 03:37.A story involving the Anne Frank House and the strong, “dark energy” experienced on a visit 04:44.Reflections on personal experiences with the occult, hauntings, and psychic relatives 05:53.A key theme that emerged was the struggle between being balanced and decisive as Libras, as well as the “toxic trait” of neutrality and people-pleasing 08:36.Insights into the pressure artists face when asked repetitive or irrelevant interview questions, such as being asked about acting roles years after the fact 13:26.The discussion explored how musicians and radio personalities often play roles or personas that differ from their private selves 17:56.Stories about the difficulty of remembering fans and even fellow performers after years of touring and hundreds of interactions 21:54.Practical hurdles of festival life: changing set times, poor air quality, performing through dust and humidity, and missing fellow bands' sets for necessary self-care 25:04.Emphasis on the importance of flexibility and not letting unforeseen circumstances derail the joy of performing 27:31.Notable Quotes“Everything, every dream in your life will come true, but never the way that you imagine it.” 27:40“The artist is the most critical of themselves, and most of the people in the crowd don't even know when you mess up.” 26:37“As long as you're not intentionally hurting anybody, and it makes you a better person, you do you.” 11:04“People are that stupid. I just have to say, they are. As a radio personality, I play a role.” 17:56“You can only hear, ‘oh my God, you're so cool,' a couple of times, believe me.” 21:19Resources & Links MentionedNew Single: “Golden Crown,” released today 28:59Upcoming Album: Empty on the Inside releasing October 23rd 29:07Band on Tour: Mention of tour with Jinjer 27:07Additional NotesThe conversation highlighted the often-overlooked human side of artists, advocating for more thoughtful, genuine interactions.For more information and to check out the new releases, follow Entheos on streaming platforms and social media.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

In this episode, Pipeman sits down with renowned paranormal investigator and television personality Katrina Weidman at the Incarceration festival located at the Ohio State Reformatory famous for Shawshank Redemption. They have a spirited conversation about haunted locations, her unique Possession coffee line, and unexpected brushes with the supernatural. Plus, Katrina Weidman shares backstage stories from taking artists on ghost hunts and how listeners can connect or obtain her exclusive haunted coffee.Katrina Weidman describes her Possession coffee collaboration with Concept Cafés Coffee, where coffee beans rest in haunted locations before being sold to the public 00:00:47The inspiration behind the haunted coffee idea started as a joke and became a reality for fans of both paranormal stories and coffee 00:00:57Katrina Weidman shares her love for the Ohio State Reformatory, citing its rich history, stunning architecture, and unexplained ghostly encounters 00:02:46Pipeman recounts his own ghostly experience in the Blood Prison, discussing feelings of chills and being followed by a spirit 00:03:23The two discuss standing one's ground with spirits and how asserting authority can help people living in haunted houses 00:04:09Stories surface about the infamous chair room, where people have mysteriously received scratches, including musician Waylon Revis 00:06:44Katrina Weidman explains her background in ghost hunting, from college paranormal clubs to working alongside Lorraine Warren, and details her serious approach to investigations 00:07:42Ghost-hunting with artists at Inkcarceration festival, including a memorable session with Chris Kael of Five Finger Death Punch and a spirit box identifying someone as “the snake” 00:11:47Reflections on the energy of places like the Anne Frank House and how historical trauma connects to supernatural sensations 00:13:35Resources MentionedBook: Works by Lorraine WarrenPeople: Lorraine Warren, Waylon Reavis, Chris Kael, Josh BernsteinTools: Spirit box (for paranormal communication)Websites: katrinaweidman.com, conceptcafes.com, Loudwire's YouTube channel (“Paranormal Prison”)Social: Katrina Weidman on Instagram and YouTubeClick Here to Subscribe to The Adventures of Pipeman for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS! Take some zany and serious journeys with The Pipeman aka Dean K. Piper, CST on The Adventures of Pipeman also known as Pipeman Radio syndicated globally “Where Who Knows And Anything Goes.”   Would you like to be a sponsor of the show?Would you like to have your business, products, services, merch, programs, books, music or any other professional or artistic endeavors promoted on the show?Would you like to be interviewed as a professional or music guest on The Adventures of Pipeman, Positively Pipeman and/or Pipeman in the Pit?Would you like to host your own Radio Show, Streaming TV Show, or Podcast?  PipemanRadio Podcasts are heard on Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and over 100 other podcast outlets where you listen to Podcasts.The following are the different podcasts to Follow, Listen, Download, Subscribe:The Adventures of PipemanPipeman RadioPipeman in the Pit – Music Interviews & FestivalsPipeman – The Wandering Jew Positively Pipeman – Empowerment, Inspiration, Motivation, Self-Help, Business, Spiritual & Health & WellnessClick Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

In this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman sits down with acclaimed cartoonist Jay Howell, the original character designer for Bob's Burgers and creator behind Sanjay and Craig. They discuss Jay's unique presence at music festivals, his journey into the festival scene, interactions with legendary musicians, memorable stories from on the road, the power of character art, and the importance of authenticity and kindness in the creative world.Main Topics CoveredJay Howell's Background and WorkCharacter designer for Bob's Burgers and Sanjay and CraigArtistic collaborations with Vans and skateboard companiesTouring the festival circuit with Danny Wimmer PresentsArt and Music Festival CrossoversHow Jay became a regular at major music festivalsHis process for drawing artists and festival-goersThe excitement and vibe of Incarceration at Shawshank PrisonStories of ConnectionCreating a Bob's Burgers-style portrait of Pipe Man's late grandsonIntention behind staying kind and accessible in the face of fameBackstage Festival InsightsUnique energy and atmosphere of Incarceration and other Wimmer festivalsWorking at festivals side-by-side with high-profile musiciansMemorable EncountersHanging out with Slash from Guns N' Roses and Kerry King from SlayerTattooing musicians (including Fall Out Boy and Waves)Doing on-stage live drawing at Sonic TemplePersonal Values & CommunityImportance of being approachable and positiveJay's commitment to connecting with fans in personKey Discussions and StoriesHow Festivals Became a Home for ArtJay shares how his time as a tattoo artist in LA led to an impromptu invitation to tour with the Wimmer festivals, resulting in three years and counting of festival adventures 06:10.The Emotional Impact of ArtPipeman recounts a touching story about Jay creating a personalized Bob's Burgers-style drawing of his grandson, highlighting the meaningful, personal side of artistic work 01:25.Festival Standouts: Incarceration at Shawshank PrisonJay and Pipeman reflect on what makes the Incarceration festival unique—its wild atmosphere, intimate setting, and the “movie set” vibe created by the infamous prison backdrop 02:54.Celebrities Are Fans TooJay describes his excitement about meeting favorite musicians at festivals, emphasizing that artists like Slash and Kerry King are just as enthusiastic about comics and art as he is about their music 05:42.The Art of Staying Real and GratefulJay reflects on his artistic philosophy and personal commitment to kindness, inspired by some of his own disappointing artist encounters growing up 02:25.Notable Quotes“Why is there a weird cartoonist at a metal festival every time?” — Jay Howell 00:45“...if I ever get any fame whatsoever, I'm gonna be the coolest person I can possibly be.” — Jay Howell 02:34“Slash is like probably the coolest dude…he lives and breathes that kind of stuff…he wants to meet cartoonists, he wants to hang out with artists.” — Jay Howell 05:08“I'm a fan just like everybody else, brother. Seriously.” — Jay Howell 05:53“There's a lot of people to draw, so I gotta learn how to draw quick for sure.” — Jay Howell 08:29“If you see me walking around, say what's up. That's all I care about…I'd love to talk to you and I'd love to draw you if I get a chance. That's all I want. That's all I care about.” — Jay Howell 08:42Resources & Links MentionedJay Howell's Projects:Bob's BurgersSanjay and CraigVansDanny Wimmer Presents: Major music festival promoterUpcoming Events:Inkcarceration Festival at Shawshank PrisonSlayer at Rocklahoma and Power Trip (Mexico City)Sonic Temple Festival (mentioned as a recent event where Jay did live drawing)Connect with Jay HowellApproach Jay at music festivals—he welcomes fans to say hello and request a drawing!No explicit contact info provided; Jay prefers personal, in-person connections 08:39.Listen & Subscribe. Stay tuned for future episodes of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio for more creative encounters and behind-the-scenes festival stories!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

ENMY joins Pipeman at the historic Shawshank prison for the Inkcarceration Festival. The conversation is a wild ride through metalhead banter, festival war stories, haunted prison tales, and the band's excitement about playing such an iconic venue. The group reflects on drawing inspiration from legendary bands, the camaraderie of close-knit festivals, and share a few ghostly laughs about performing for an audience of spirits.Main Topics CoveredENMY's Dream Tour Collaborations and Metal InfluencesBackstage Stories: Band Logos, Peachy Folders & Metal CultureHaunted Prisons, Ghost Stories, and Metalhead FearsThe Unique Atmosphere of Inkcarceration FestivalComparing Festival Experiences: Louder Than Life vs. InkcarcerationUpcoming Releases and Where to Find ENMYThe “Code Red” Festival Weather CurseKey Discussions & StoriesENMY's Musical Influences and Dream CollaborationsThe band excitedly chooses Metallica as their dream tour partner, with nods to other metal legends like Slayer, Megadeth, and Suicidal Tendencies 00:47, 01:05.Pipeman jokes about his '80s battle vest adorned with classic patches, sparking nostalgia about drawing band logos on folders and school notebooks 01:24, 01:33.Metalheads and Ghost StoriesThe crew laughs about rumors of “horny jail” and haunted prison experiences, with stories of Waylon Reavis emerging from the torture room with unexplained scratches 03:16.Jokes fly about not wanting to enter haunted spaces, with metalheads admitting their own superstitions 03:40.The Prison Festival ExperienceThe uniqueness of having the Shawshank prison as a concert backdrop is highlighted, with Brady and Trevor expressing their surprise and excitement 04:33.The band discusses the atmosphere of performing for “inmates”—both real and ghostly—and the idea of doing a set for an audience of spirits in the basement 05:15, 05:43.Louder Than Life vs. InkcarcerationMike notes the sprawling scale of Louder Than Life compared to the intimate, community-driven atmosphere of Incarceration 06:42.Brady and Trevor share their appreciation for the closer-knit festival layout and camaraderie at Incarkceration 07:04.ENMY AnnouncementsThe band announces their third full-length album is coming soon and encourages listeners to follow them on all social media and streaming platforms 08:04.Notable Quotes“You're my fucking enemies, man. Why are you here? You're my enmy.” — Pipeman 00:28“There's a lot of people that need to go to horny jail...just looking to have a good time.” — Mike 02:48“People think metalheads are so scary and every metalhead I know are like, fuck that, I'm not going in there.” — Pipeman 03:40“How cool is it to fucking have Shawshank as the backdrop of your set?” — Pipeman 04:33“You could have like a ghost circle pit.” — Pipe Man 05:56“Let's do ghosts instead. Like, listen, don't do a Ronnie James Dio hologram. Just bring his ghost.” — Pipeman 06:02“The camaraderie here, everybody's just real tight in here, and everything's closer together, so it just brings everybody naturally together.” — Trevor 07:27Resources & Links MentionedENMY:Social media & streaming: Search “ENMY” or “E-N-M-Y” on all platforms 08:04Waylon Reavis & A Killer's Confession: Mentioned in ghost story context 03:19Inkcarceration Festival & Shawshank Prison: Setting for the interview and performanceConnect with the ShowStay tuned for more behind-the-scenes interviews from the festival circuit!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

The conversation focused on the return of Jeffrey Nothing to the music festival scene, specifically at Inkcarceration, set against the dramatic backdrop of a historic prison. The discussion explored Jeffrey Nothing's musical journey, insights into performing with masks, the realities of life backstage, and a candid exchange about natural health, overcoming illness, and the importance of self-advocacy. Several points were raised, including stories about haunted venues, the festival experience, and alternative healthcare approaches.Main Topics CoveredJeffrey Nothing's history with Mushroomhead and performing at InkcarcerationThe unique atmosphere of playing in a prison settingExperiences with haunted venues and paranormal activitiesThe truth about backstage life and misconceptions of the musician lifestyleChallenges and therapeutic aspects of performing while maskedStories of health struggles, natural healing, and skepticism toward conventional medicineThe role of music and mosh pits as therapy and cardioThe importance of self-advocacy in health mattersKey Discussions & StoriesPerforming at IncarcerationRecollection of previous performances at the festival, originally named Ink in the Clink, on much smaller stages 00:42Reflections on returning to a large and enthusiastic crowd after an 8-year hiatus and the surprise at the positive reception 03:23Haunted Venue ExperiencesStories about the “Blood Prison” haunted tour and wondering if the real ghosts outnumber the actors 01:57Specific personal paranormal encounters, including seeing ghostly figures chasing a dog 02:15The Realities of Backstage and PerformanceOne concept discussed was the misconception that backstage is always a party, clarifying it's usually quite relaxed 04:40The difference between being on stage and behind the scenes, highlighting how most excitement is in front of the stage 05:01The mask as a performance tool, lowering inhibitions but also bringing challenges, particularly in hot and humid conditions 04:29, 05:25Natural Health, Illness, and AdvocacyA key theme that emerged was overcoming a cancer scare through natural means and a commitment to sweating and detoxification 05:37Reversal of diabetes through diet, rejecting pharmaceutical medicine, and the importance of patience and persistence 06:13Critique of pharmaceutical approaches and pressure to accept treatments like chemo and radiation, with personal stories of loss and defiance 08:26International medical care comparison, including being treated in Costa Rica for free versus a costly and damaging experience in Hawaii 07:29Music and Mosh Pits as TherapyMusic and mosh pits were celebrated as powerful forms of therapy and exercise 09:20Reference to France prescribing surfing as therapy after heart attacks, emphasizing lifestyle medicine 09:00Notable Quotes“It's fun to finally be here playing Incarceration, and I hope I get to do a lot more.” 00:51“It was amazing. I was really happy with the circle pits and just the depth of the crowd.” 03:23“The whole mask thing definitely brings a different element because your inhibitions go away.” 04:29“It's really important to trust what you believe in and not follow somebody trying to sell treatment to you.” 08:14“Sweating is key, man. People sitting on their couch are like, in a way, waiting to die.” 09:33Resources & Links MentionedJeffrey Nothing Official Website:jeffreynothing.comFacebook Artist Page: Search “Jeffrey Nothing” on FacebookContact/Collaboration: jeffreynothingproductions@gmail.comConnect & FollowFor collaboration, merch, or connection, visit the links above or email directly.Listen to future episodes and catch up at W4CY Radio for more discussions from the festival circuit.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-adventures-of-pipeman--941822/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials & Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

In this episode, Pipeman sits down with renowned paranormal investigator and television personality Katrina Weidman at the Incarceration festival located at the Ohio State Reformatory famous for Shawshank Redemption. They have a spirited conversation about haunted locations, her unique Possession coffee line, and unexpected brushes with the supernatural. Plus, Katrina Weidman shares backstage stories from taking artists on ghost hunts and how listeners can connect or obtain her exclusive haunted coffee.Katrina Weidman describes her Possession coffee collaboration with Concept Cafés Coffee, where coffee beans rest in haunted locations before being sold to the public 00:00:47The inspiration behind the haunted coffee idea started as a joke and became a reality for fans of both paranormal stories and coffee 00:00:57Katrina Weidman shares her love for the Ohio State Reformatory, citing its rich history, stunning architecture, and unexplained ghostly encounters 00:02:46Pipeman recounts his own ghostly experience in the Blood Prison, discussing feelings of chills and being followed by a spirit 00:03:23The two discuss standing one's ground with spirits and how asserting authority can help people living in haunted houses 00:04:09Stories surface about the infamous chair room, where people have mysteriously received scratches, including musician Waylon Revis 00:06:44Katrina Weidman explains her background in ghost hunting, from college paranormal clubs to working alongside Lorraine Warren, and details her serious approach to investigations 00:07:42Ghost-hunting with artists at Inkcarceration festival, including a memorable session with Chris Kael of Five Finger Death Punch and a spirit box identifying someone as “the snake” 00:11:47Reflections on the energy of places like the Anne Frank House and how historical trauma connects to supernatural sensations 00:13:35Resources MentionedBook: Works by Lorraine WarrenPeople: Lorraine Warren, Waylon Reavis, Chris Kael, Josh BernsteinTools: Spirit box (for paranormal communication)Websites: katrinaweidman.com, conceptcafes.com, Loudwire's YouTube channel (“Paranormal Prison”)Social: Katrina Weidman on Instagram and YouTubeClick Here to Subscribe to Pipeman in the Pit for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!  Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Pipeman in the Pit features all kinds of music and interviews with bands & music artists especially in the genres of Heavy Metal, Rock, Hard Rock, Classic Rock, Punk Rock, Goth, Industrial, Alternative, Thrash Metal & Indie Music. Pipeman in the Pit also features press coverage of events, concerts, & music festivals.   Pipeman Productions is an artist management company that sponsors the show introducing new local & national talent showcasing new artists & indie artists.Then there is The Pipeman Radio Tour where Pipeman travels the country and world doing press coverage for Major Business Events, Conferences, Conventions, Music Festivals, Concerts, Award Shows, and Red Carpets. One of the top publicists in music has named Pipeman the “King of All Festivals.” So join the Pipeman as he brings “The Pipeman Radio Tour” to life right before your ears and eyes.Would you like to be a sponsor of the show?Would you like to have your business, products, services, merch, programs, books, music or any other professional or artistic endeavors promoted on the show?Would you like to be interviewed as a professional or music guest on The Adventures of Pipeman, Positively Pipeman and/or Pipeman in the Pit?Would you like to host your own Radio Show, Streaming TV Show, or Podcast?     PipemanRadio Podcasts are heard on Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and over 100 other podcast outlets where you listen to Podcasts.   The following are the different podcasts to Follow, Listen, Download, Subscribe:The Adventures of PipemanPipeman RadioPipeman in the Pit – Music Interviews & FestivalsPipeman – The Wandering JewPositively Pipeman – Empowerment, Inspiration, Motivation, Self-Help, Business, Spiritual & Health & WellnessBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

The conversation focused on the return of Jeffrey Nothing to the music festival scene, specifically at Inkcarceration, set against the dramatic backdrop of a historic prison. The discussion explored Jeffrey Nothing's musical journey, insights into performing with masks, the realities of life backstage, and a candid exchange about natural health, overcoming illness, and the importance of self-advocacy. Several points were raised, including stories about haunted venues, the festival experience, and alternative healthcare approaches.Main Topics CoveredJeffrey Nothing's history with Mushroomhead and performing at InkcarcerationThe unique atmosphere of playing in a prison settingExperiences with haunted venues and paranormal activitiesThe truth about backstage life and misconceptions of the musician lifestyleChallenges and therapeutic aspects of performing while maskedStories of health struggles, natural healing, and skepticism toward conventional medicineThe role of music and mosh pits as therapy and cardioThe importance of self-advocacy in health mattersKey Discussions & StoriesPerforming at IncarcerationRecollection of previous performances at the festival, originally named Ink in the Clink, on much smaller stages 00:42Reflections on returning to a large and enthusiastic crowd after an 8-year hiatus and the surprise at the positive reception 03:23Haunted Venue ExperiencesStories about the “Blood Prison” haunted tour and wondering if the real ghosts outnumber the actors 01:57Specific personal paranormal encounters, including seeing ghostly figures chasing a dog 02:15The Realities of Backstage and PerformanceOne concept discussed was the misconception that backstage is always a party, clarifying it's usually quite relaxed 04:40The difference between being on stage and behind the scenes, highlighting how most excitement is in front of the stage 05:01The mask as a performance tool, lowering inhibitions but also bringing challenges, particularly in hot and humid conditions 04:29, 05:25Natural Health, Illness, and AdvocacyA key theme that emerged was overcoming a cancer scare through natural means and a commitment to sweating and detoxification 05:37Reversal of diabetes through diet, rejecting pharmaceutical medicine, and the importance of patience and persistence 06:13Critique of pharmaceutical approaches and pressure to accept treatments like chemo and radiation, with personal stories of loss and defiance 08:26International medical care comparison, including being treated in Costa Rica for free versus a costly and damaging experience in Hawaii 07:29Music and Mosh Pits as TherapyMusic and mosh pits were celebrated as powerful forms of therapy and exercise 09:20Reference to France prescribing surfing as therapy after heart attacks, emphasizing lifestyle medicine 09:00Notable Quotes“It's fun to finally be here playing Incarceration, and I hope I get to do a lot more.” 00:51“It was amazing. I was really happy with the circle pits and just the depth of the crowd.” 03:23“The whole mask thing definitely brings a different element because your inhibitions go away.” 04:29“It's really important to trust what you believe in and not follow somebody trying to sell treatment to you.” 08:14“Sweating is key, man. People sitting on their couch are like, in a way, waiting to die.” 09:33Resources & Links MentionedJeffrey Nothing Official Website:jeffreynothing.comFacebook Artist Page: Search “Jeffrey Nothing” on FacebookContact/Collaboration: jeffreynothingproductions@gmail.comConnect & FollowFor collaboration, merch, or connection, visit the links above or email directly.Listen to future episodes and catch up at W4CY Radio for more discussions from the festival circuit.Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

The conversation focused on the journey of Alien Ant Farm, touching on their live performance at Inkcarceration, the lead vocalist's personal growth and sobriety, the challenges and rewards of a decades-long music career, and what lies ahead for the band. Several personal anecdotes illuminated the ups and downs of life on the road, the cultural push for partying in music circles, and how sobriety reshapes passion and presence on stage.Main Topics CoveredAlien Ant Farm's performance and experience at InkcarcerationThe realities and pressures of touring and the music lifestyleSobriety: motivations, challenges, and impact on creativityBalancing career longevity and artistic fulfillmentUpcoming projects and band milestonesThe importance of introspection and reinventing joy in musicKey Discussions & StoriesReflecting on Stage Life and Festival GrowthThe discussion explored what it's like to go straight from the stage to interviews, especially in challenging conditions like extreme heat 00:44.A key theme that emerged was the evolution of the Incarceration festival, noting its massive expansion and bigger crowds since previous years 02:09.Sobriety and Personal ChangeOne concept discussed was the motivation behind getting sober. The journey wasn't prompted by a dramatic “bottom” but by fatigue with apologies and the need to show up authentically for loved ones 02:38.The conversation focused on the tension between the rock culture's celebration of excess and the decision to step away from it for personal well-being 04:16.Life Off-Stage: Finding New PassionsSeveral points were raised, including hobbies outside music: crafting bioactive enclosures for chameleons, building insect cages, and making jewelry boxes for moths 05:44.The Reality of Performing SoberThe discussion explored how performing sober brings a new level of anxiety but also a deeper sense of care and responsibility for the art and audience 06:46.Anecdotes about stage personas and wild stories from bandmates highlighted the duality of fun and regret often associated with substance use 07:29.Artistic Longevity & Future PlansA key theme that emerged was the push to continue touring internationally, finish a new record with notable producer Howard Benson, and stay connected to authentic motivation rather than simply “filling the calendar” 09:36.The importance of self-reflection and remembering the passion for music that started the journey was emphasized 10:44.Notable Quotes“I come out here to do this, so I'm glad to do it... I'm happy that there's a curiosity for our band. We're going on 30 years now of trekking around the world and the country…” 01:02“I was a good, I was a cool loving dad as a drunk too, but I'm just a better, way more present dude, you know, when I'm focused and there, you know.” 03:22“In the music business, debauchery is celebrated, bro. It's almost like, come on, you got to have a drink with us… and when you're 22, that's pretty cool. Then 23, then 33, then 40, you're like, well, hold on a sec, I'm supposed to get off this bus, bro.” 04:16“There's a lot of it sometimes where I feel like we take shows on to fill that calendar, and then halfway through it, I'm like, what am I doing out here kind of thing. That's where that sobriety thing kicks in.” 10:35“15-year-old you would have been freaking the hell out about all of this stuff that you're complaining about. You'd have slapped yourself right now, bro.” 10:53Resources & Links MentionedOfficial Website: alienantfarm.comBand Store: alienantfarmstore.comInstagram: Find the band on Instagram for updates on tours and releasesAnthology Record: Pre-orders available for their first anthology record on vinyl 11:36For upcoming tour dates, releases, and news, visit the official Alien Ant Farm website and follow them on social media.Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

In this lively episode, Pipe Man interviews members of the band Killstreak—Sam, Ryan, and Mike—during their appearance at the Inkcarceration Festival inside the iconic (and reportedly haunted) Shawshank Prison. The group dives into everything from their musical inspirations and upcoming projects to favorite lyrics, the culture of metal versus country music, and the power of music as therapy. Expect insights into the band's writing process, shoutouts to gaming and tattoo culture, and plenty of laughs and camaraderie.Main Topics CoveredIntroduction to Killstreak, Band Members, and Setting (00:19)Humor around "Incarceration" and Writing About GTA 6 (00:31)Experiences at Shawshank Prison and Blood Prison Tour (01:25)Video Game Talk: Halo vs. Call of Duty, and Musical Inspirations (02:10)Killstreak's Thematic Albums—Horror, Sci-fi, and More (04:32)Playing a Prison Venue, Johnny Cash Vibes, and Tattoo Culture (05:08)The Metal Community vs. Country Music Culture (07:03)Favorite Lyrics and Songwriting Stories (12:06)Metal Music as Therapy and the Role of Aggression in Art and Audience Experience (16:10)Band's Social Media and Upcoming Music Announcements (17:54)Key Discussions & StoriesKillstreak's Origins and HumorThe band jokes about being "incarcerated" for writing songs about GTA 6 and felonies (00:31).Mike and Sam recount fun stories of festival experiences inside the prison (01:02).Haunts, Tattoos & HalloweenPipeman describes the creepiness of Shawshank and recounts the Blood Prison Tour (01:25).Sam, a tattoo artist, explains his love for the festival's blend of metal, tattoos, and Halloween spirit (05:20).Metal vs. Country CultureDiscusses the positive, family-like vibe in metal versus the fighting at country festivals (07:03, 08:20).Stories of fans and friends becoming closer through mosh pits and metal shows (06:54).Songwriting and Thematic AlbumsUpcoming horror-themed record inspired by games like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, channeling early Slipknot vibes (04:00).Killstreak's approach to treating each album as a unique entity—previous themes included first-person shooters and fantasy games, with sci-fi planned in the future (04:47).Favorite Lyrics & InspirationsMike: Loves Skyrim and the 'Fus Ro Dah' chant (12:26).Sam: “All I can taste is blood and victory” sums up the band's drive and essence (12:58).Ryan: Lyrics from "Deathtouch" channel the frustration of losing in Magic: The Gathering (13:34).Discussion on how listeners assign their own meanings to songs (10:09), referencing Mitch Lucker (Suicide Silence).On Music as TherapyThe group agrees that metal provides an outlet for both artists and fans to release pent-up emotions and find community (16:10).Mosh pits are described as cathartic and a safe space for emotional expression (10:00, 16:33).Fun Moments & ShoutoutsMike wears a Cheap Hate shirt, gives a shoutout to cousin Eric's band (14:57).Anecdote about Pipe Man interviewing Rick Nielsen from Cheap Trick and hearing an unreleased song backstage (15:09).Notable Quotes“We wrote a song about GTA 6 and a bunch of felonies. Maybe that was what did it.” (00:47)“We're gonna try to do that [make metal scary again] but with a Killstreak twist.” (04:13)“People see me right off the rip and they're like, oh, that guy's... not a good person. But then people get to know me and ... I give them a big old hug.” (06:20)“Music gives you a place to channel your anger already. So when you're at these shows it's like therapy.” (08:54)“I can't drown my demons, they know how to swim.” (11:36) — referencing Bring Me the Horizon“All I can taste is blood and victory.” (13:07)Resources & Links MentionedKillstreak Socials:Find the band on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram: @KillstreakUS (18:27)Upcoming Music:New single, “Resident Evil,” with a music video — Fall 2024 release anticipated (18:03)Full horror-themed album targeted for late 2027 (04:32, 18:07)Band Merchandise:Encouraged to support by buying merch via their website and socials (17:47)Connect & FollowKillstreak:Instagram, TikTok, Facebook: @KillstreakUSStay tuned for new releases and merch dropsShow Host:PipemanThe Adventures of Pipeman, W4CY RadioFinal NotesThe episode celebrates the intersection of gaming, tattoos, and metal culture.Killstreak's approach enables fans of both games and heavy music to find common ground.The band values authenticity, catharsis, and community—the cornerstones of their ongoing success and fan connection.Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

ENMY joins Pipeman at the historic Shawshank prison for the Inkcarceration Festival. The conversation is a wild ride through metalhead banter, festival war stories, haunted prison tales, and the band's excitement about playing such an iconic venue. The group reflects on drawing inspiration from legendary bands, the camaraderie of close-knit festivals, and share a few ghostly laughs about performing for an audience of spirits.Main Topics CoveredENMY's Dream Tour Collaborations and Metal InfluencesBackstage Stories: Band Logos, Peachy Folders & Metal CultureHaunted Prisons, Ghost Stories, and Metalhead FearsThe Unique Atmosphere of Inkcarceration FestivalComparing Festival Experiences: Louder Than Life vs. InkcarcerationUpcoming Releases and Where to Find ENMYThe “Code Red” Festival Weather CurseKey Discussions & StoriesENMY's Musical Influences and Dream CollaborationsThe band excitedly chooses Metallica as their dream tour partner, with nods to other metal legends like Slayer, Megadeth, and Suicidal Tendencies 00:47, 01:05.Pipeman jokes about his '80s battle vest adorned with classic patches, sparking nostalgia about drawing band logos on folders and school notebooks 01:24, 01:33.Metalheads and Ghost StoriesThe crew laughs about rumors of “horny jail” and haunted prison experiences, with stories of Waylon Reavis emerging from the torture room with unexplained scratches 03:16.Jokes fly about not wanting to enter haunted spaces, with metalheads admitting their own superstitions 03:40.The Prison Festival ExperienceThe uniqueness of having the Shawshank prison as a concert backdrop is highlighted, with Brady and Trevor expressing their surprise and excitement 04:33.The band discusses the atmosphere of performing for “inmates”—both real and ghostly—and the idea of doing a set for an audience of spirits in the basement 05:15, 05:43.Louder Than Life vs. InkcarcerationMike notes the sprawling scale of Louder Than Life compared to the intimate, community-driven atmosphere of Incarceration 06:42.Brady and Trevor share their appreciation for the closer-knit festival layout and camaraderie at Incarkceration 07:04.ENMY AnnouncementsThe band announces their third full-length album is coming soon and encourages listeners to follow them on all social media and streaming platforms 08:04.Notable Quotes“You're my fucking enemies, man. Why are you here? You're my enmy.” — Pipeman 00:28“There's a lot of people that need to go to horny jail...just looking to have a good time.” — Mike 02:48“People think metalheads are so scary and every metalhead I know are like, fuck that, I'm not going in there.” — Pipeman 03:40“How cool is it to fucking have Shawshank as the backdrop of your set?” — Pipeman 04:33“You could have like a ghost circle pit.” — Pipe Man 05:56“Let's do ghosts instead. Like, listen, don't do a Ronnie James Dio hologram. Just bring his ghost.” — Pipeman 06:02“The camaraderie here, everybody's just real tight in here, and everything's closer together, so it just brings everybody naturally together.” — Trevor 07:27Resources & Links MentionedENMY:Social media & streaming: Search “ENMY” or “E-N-M-Y” on all platforms 08:04Waylon Reavis & A Killer's Confession: Mentioned in ghost story context 03:19Inkcarceration Festival & Shawshank Prison: Setting for the interview and performanceConnect with the Show. Stay tuned for more behind-the-scenes interviews from the festival circuit!Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

The conversation focused on unique experiences in the music industry, from playing festivals in unusual locations like historic prisons to navigating the challenges of press and public life as an artist. One concept discussed was the intersection of personal identity and performance persona, as well as the ways musicians cope with the demands of fandom and the repetitive nature of interviews. The discussion explored paranormal stories, the philosophy of neutrality and people-pleasing, and the realities of life on tour.Main Topics CoveredPerforming at historic, haunted venues and music festivalsSupernatural and paranormal experiences, including haunted prisons and housesThe psychology behind people-pleasing and neutrality, especially among LibrasExperiences with press and media as artistsThe realities of touring: forgetfulness, festival dust, schedule changes, and coping as a vocalistThe distinction between an artist's stage persona and personal lifeFandom, artist-fan interactions, and the challenges of remembering individual fansAnnouncements of new music releasesKey Discussions & StoriesSeveral points were raised about performing at the Incarceration festival held at a former prison, including ghost stories and haunted buildings 00:19.The Axe Murder House in Villisca and the weight and atmosphere of places with dark histories 03:37.A story involving the Anne Frank House and the strong, “dark energy” experienced on a visit 04:44.Reflections on personal experiences with the occult, hauntings, and psychic relatives 05:53.A key theme that emerged was the struggle between being balanced and decisive as Libras, as well as the “toxic trait” of neutrality and people-pleasing 08:36.Insights into the pressure artists face when asked repetitive or irrelevant interview questions, such as being asked about acting roles years after the fact 13:26.The discussion explored how musicians and radio personalities often play roles or personas that differ from their private selves 17:56.Stories about the difficulty of remembering fans and even fellow performers after years of touring and hundreds of interactions 21:54.Practical hurdles of festival life: changing set times, poor air quality, performing through dust and humidity, and missing fellow bands' sets for necessary self-care 25:04.Emphasis on the importance of flexibility and not letting unforeseen circumstances derail the joy of performing 27:31.Notable Quotes“Everything, every dream in your life will come true, but never the way that you imagine it.” 27:40“The artist is the most critical of themselves, and most of the people in the crowd don't even know when you mess up.” 26:37“As long as you're not intentionally hurting anybody, and it makes you a better person, you do you.” 11:04“People are that stupid. I just have to say, they are. As a radio personality, I play a role.” 17:56“You can only hear, ‘oh my God, you're so cool,' a couple of times, believe me.” 21:19Resources & Links MentionedNew Single: “Golden Crown,” released today 28:59Upcoming Album: Empty on the Inside releasing October 23rd 29:07Band on Tour: Mention of tour with Jinjer 27:07Additional NotesThe conversation highlighted the often-overlooked human side of artists, advocating for more thoughtful, genuine interactions.For more information and to check out the new releases, follow Entheos on streaming platforms and social media.Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

In this episode of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio, Pipeman sits down with acclaimed cartoonist Jay Howell, the original character designer for Bob's Burgers and creator behind Sanjay and Craig. They discuss Jay's unique presence at music festivals, his journey into the festival scene, interactions with legendary musicians, memorable stories from on the road, the power of character art, and the importance of authenticity and kindness in the creative world.Main Topics CoveredJay Howell's Background and WorkCharacter designer for Bob's Burgers and Sanjay and CraigArtistic collaborations with Vans and skateboard companiesTouring the festival circuit with Danny Wimmer PresentsArt and Music Festival CrossoversHow Jay became a regular at major music festivalsHis process for drawing artists and festival-goersThe excitement and vibe of Incarceration at Shawshank PrisonStories of ConnectionCreating a Bob's Burgers-style portrait of Pipe Man's late grandsonIntention behind staying kind and accessible in the face of fameBackstage Festival InsightsUnique energy and atmosphere of Incarceration and other Wimmer festivalsWorking at festivals side-by-side with high-profile musiciansMemorable EncountersHanging out with Slash from Guns N' Roses and Kerry King from SlayerTattooing musicians (including Fall Out Boy and Waves)Doing on-stage live drawing at Sonic TemplePersonal Values & CommunityImportance of being approachable and positiveJay's commitment to connecting with fans in personKey Discussions and StoriesHow Festivals Became a Home for ArtJay shares how his time as a tattoo artist in LA led to an impromptu invitation to tour with the Wimmer festivals, resulting in three years and counting of festival adventures 06:10.The Emotional Impact of ArtPipeman recounts a touching story about Jay creating a personalized Bob's Burgers-style drawing of his grandson, highlighting the meaningful, personal side of artistic work 01:25.Festival Standouts: Incarceration at Shawshank PrisonJay and Pipeman reflect on what makes the Incarceration festival unique—its wild atmosphere, intimate setting, and the “movie set” vibe created by the infamous prison backdrop 02:54.Celebrities Are Fans TooJay describes his excitement about meeting favorite musicians at festivals, emphasizing that artists like Slash and Kerry King are just as enthusiastic about comics and art as he is about their music 05:42.The Art of Staying Real and GratefulJay reflects on his artistic philosophy and personal commitment to kindness, inspired by some of his own disappointing artist encounters growing up 02:25.Notable Quotes“Why is there a weird cartoonist at a metal festival every time?” — Jay Howell 00:45“...if I ever get any fame whatsoever, I'm gonna be the coolest person I can possibly be.” — Jay Howell 02:34“Slash is like probably the coolest dude…he lives and breathes that kind of stuff…he wants to meet cartoonists, he wants to hang out with artists.” — Jay Howell 05:08“I'm a fan just like everybody else, brother. Seriously.” — Jay Howell 05:53“There's a lot of people to draw, so I gotta learn how to draw quick for sure.” — Jay Howell 08:29“If you see me walking around, say what's up. That's all I care about…I'd love to talk to you and I'd love to draw you if I get a chance. That's all I want. That's all I care about.” — Jay Howell 08:42Resources & Links MentionedJay Howell's Projects:Bob's BurgersSanjay and CraigVansDanny Wimmer Presents: Major music festival promoterUpcoming Events:Inkcarceration Festival at Shawshank PrisonSlayer at Rocklahoma and Power Trip (Mexico City)Sonic Temple Festival (mentioned as a recent event where Jay did live drawing)Connect with Jay HowellApproach Jay at music festivals—he welcomes fans to say hello and request a drawing!No explicit contact info provided; Jay prefers personal, in-person connections 08:39.Listen & Subscribe. Stay tuned for future episodes of The Adventures of Pipeman on W4CY Radio for more creative encounters and behind-the-scenes festival stories!Pipeman in the Pit is a music, festival, and interview segment of The Adventures of Pipeman Radio Show (#pipemanradio) and from The King of All Festivals while on The Pipeman Radio Tour. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pipeman-in-the-pit--2287932/support.Click Here to Subscribe for PERKS, BONUS Content & FREE GIVEWAYS!Follow @pipemanradio on all socials &  Pipeman Radio Requests & Info at www.linktr.ee/pipemanradioStream The Adventures of Pipeman daily & live Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays at 1PM ET on W4CY Radio & Talk 4 TV. Download, Rate & Review the Podcast at The Adventures of Pipeman, Pipeman Radio, Talk 4 Media, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, YouTube & All Podcast Apps.

When their son's arrest shattered their world, Dale and Karen were thrust into an unfamiliar and overwhelming system with no roadmap—but their unwavering love and determination became his lifeline through both incarceration and reentry. In this powerful episode, this devoted couple opens up about the full journey: supporting their son behind bars, navigating the complexities of the system, and then guiding him through the critical transition home. From securing housing and employment to rebuilding trust and family connection, they share the sleepless nights, practical challenges, and small victories that proved rehabilitation and family reunion are possible. If you're supporting a loved one through incarceration or their return from prison, or you want to understand what families truly face, this conversation offers the honesty, hope, and hard-won wisdom you need to hear. Dale and Karen's story proves that with persistence, love, and access to the right information, families can not only survive this journey—they can help their loved ones thrive.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Prison: The Hidden Sentence Community today:https://prisonthehiddensentence.com/LinkedInTwitterFacebook

What A Prison Tray Reveals About Rehabilitation & Dignity We look at how prison meals shape punishment, dignity and health while incarcerated, and how what's served on a tray can affect a prisoner's life long after release. Guest: Aishatu Yusuf, vice president of innovation programs, Impact Justice, co-author, Eating Behind Bars: Ending the Hidden Punishment of Food in Prison. Host: Marty Peterson Producer: Amirah Zaveri   Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Patient Safety Risk Few Are Talking About Inside one Texas hospital, a pattern emerges: too few staff, unsafe conditions and profit over people. What's happening here points to a broader crisis - nurses across the U.S. being pushed to the brink and leaving their workplace or the profession itself. We cover the story of one nurse and how this affects patient care and outcomes. Guests:  Katie Oberhelman, nurse, Saint Joseph Hospital Jessica Martinez, executive director, National Council for Occupational Safety and Health.   What A Prison Tray Reveals About Rehabilitation & Dignity We look at how prison meals shape punishment, dignity and health while incarcerated, and how what's served on a tray can affect a prisoner's life long after release. Guest: Aishatu Yusuf, vice president of innovation programs, Impact Justice, co-author, Eating Behind Bars: Ending the Hidden Punishment of Food in Prison. Linktr.ee | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | SpotifyFacebook: @ViewpointsOnlineX: @viewpointsradioInstagram: @viewpointsradioFull ArchiveContact UsAffiliates & National Syndication Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lex Rofeberg and Rena Yehuda Newman conclude a mini-series of Judaism Unbound conversations that have been exploring the principle of bodily autonomy -- and how it intersects with Judaism. They bring new elements to previous conversations about abortion, the pill, mass incarceration, and gender, along with exploring what bodily autonomy looks like in Jewish rituals like fasting for Yom Kippur. Access full shownotes for this episode via this link. If you're enjoying Judaism Unbound, please help us keep things going with a one-time or monthly tax-deductible donation -- support Judaism Unbound by clicking here!

In this episode of the Addict II Athlete podcast, Coach Blu reconnects with Boston Bob for a powerful conversation about recovery, identity, and relationships. From Boston Bob's earliest steps through addiction and working in corrections, they trace how he rebuilt his life through consistency, community, and a commitment to serving others, not as a slogan, but as a daily practice.   Together, Coach Blu and Boston Bob explore how respect becomes a foundation for real change, how shared experiences create connection rather than isolation, and how recovery can expand into meaningful relationships that last. This episode highlights what it looks like to move from surviving to showing up, using your story to help others find hope, stability, and belonging.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Team Updates 01:23 Boston Bob's Journey and Recovery 05:29 The Turning Point in Treatment 08:12 Finding God and Community in Recovery 12:17 The Decision to Change 16:31 Learning to Love and Honesty 19:16 Respect and Recovery in the Prison System 24:01 Building Respect in Recovery Programs 27:52 Navigating Challenges with Inmates 30:18 Transformative Experiences in Community Service 36:48 The Reality of Corrections and Recovery 41:41 Success Stories from Incarceration to Community Leadership 43:24 Reflections on Relationships and Politics 44:10 The Role of Support Systems in Recovery 45:08 Innovative Approaches to Inmate Rehabilitation 46:35 Building Trust and Respect in Correctional Settings 48:03 The Importance of Community and Connection 49:27 Navigating Life After Incarceration 51:28 Creating a Legacy of Support and Empowerment 58:27 Looking Back: Lessons Learned and Future Aspirations Take a listen to Boston Bob Balfour's previous episode runners in recovery. https://traffic.libsyn.com/addicttoathlete/AIIABOBBFINAL.mp3 Join Coach Blu and Team Addict II Athlete and begin your recovery with a tram behind you! Our online addiction and mental health program provides live group sessions with Coach Blu, our weekly Home Base, recovery meeting, therapeutic assignments, and educational information at a fraction of what a therapeutic treatment program would require. Take You Mark, Get Set, Let's Go and click the link below. https://www.skool.com/addict-ii-athlete-5988/about?ref=9090e81114674311874340c02b1095d0   Please join Addict to Athlete's Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety! https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete Please visit our website for more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts. https://www.AddictToAthlete.org  

In January, you heard from Rebecca MacDonald and Kyle Basilius, principals at Parkin Architects, …Parkin is a Canadian, employee-owned, award-winning architectural practice with roots dating back to the 1940s. Founded and established in Toronto, expanded to Ottawa, and Vancouver, the firm specializes in designing purposeful, beautiful, and functional buildings. Our commitment to collaboration has earned us a reputation for excellence, bringing clients' visions to life through thoughtful, impactful design. With a focus on social impact, we take pride in creating spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to all. Not my words, theirs.

In this powerful episode of Talk Law Radio, host Todd Marquardt sits down with co-host Shannon Roberta Salmon to tackle a deeply critical issue where public safety, human rights, and constitutional law collide. Together, they shine a light on the alarming spike in inmate deaths and the systemic crises plaguing the Bexar County Detention Center. Todd and Shannon open the conversation by confronting the stark statistics: since 2020, 91 people have lost their lives within the Bexar County jail system—a massive escalation compared to previous years. From medical negligence and severe detox failures to violent cellmate attacks and heartbreaking suicides, the hosts read the names and stories of the individuals behind the statistics, reminding listeners that these are human beings who are legally presumed innocent while awaiting trial. The episode delves deep into the legal precedents protecting incarcerated individuals, highlighting landmark Supreme Court cases like Estelle v. Gamble (1976) and Brown v. Plata. They explore how the Eighth Amendment’s prohibition of "cruel and unusual punishment" mandates adequate medical care and humane living conditions—and how severe staffing shortages (with the jail short an estimated 150 personnel) and staggering overcrowding directly violate these constitutional mandates. The conversation also turns toward solutions. Shannon delivers a passionate look at the brutal reality of Texas prisons operating without air conditioning , while Todd examines potential paths forward, including Governor Rick Perry’s 2007 "Texas Model" which prioritized specialty courts and jail diversion programs over building new prisons. They close by debating the controversial Bexar County Diversion Center and questioning whether our justice system should rely less on iron bars and more on modern accountability tools like GPS monitoring. Key Takeaways: -The Crisis in Numbers: Bexar County Jail has seen a dramatic, unprecedented spike in inmate fatalities since 2020, driven by a lack of proper medical care, detox procedures, and basic safety. -Pre-Conviction Incarceration: Many individuals facing these hazardous conditions are detained pre-trial simply because they cannot afford to post bail, raising serious ethical questions about treating detention as an arbitrary punishment. -The Staffing & Overcrowding Link: An estimated shortage of 150 personnel leaves the remaining deputies unable to effectively run a safe facility, directly impacting inmate survival. -Defining the Eighth Amendment: Under constitutional law, deliberately denying necessary medical care or subjecting prisoners to hazardous, inhumane conditions—such as extreme Texas heat without air conditioning—constitutes cruel and unusual punishment. -Diversion Over Expansion: True reform lies in utilizing specialty courts (drug, mental health, and veteran courts) and technology like ankle monitors rather than building larger jails that our community will simply fill up. -Sponsored by Marquardt Law Firm and Financial Planning HQ -Go to marquardtlawfirm.com and financialplanninghq.net Have thoughts on the Bexar County Diversion Center or prison reform? Connect with the show and email your perspective to host@TalkLawRadio.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this powerful episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by Jack Hager, a man whose life story is a testament to the transformative power of personal responsibility and faith. From a troubled youth marked by crime, addiction, and incarceration to a life dedicated to serving others, Jack's journey is nothing short of remarkable. He shares the pivotal moments that led him to find faith behind bars and how that faith has shaped his identity and mission since.Jack recounts his early life in a military family, his struggles with alcohol and drugs, and the choices that ultimately landed him in prison. He reflects on the turning point in his life, sparked by a chance encounter with a book about redemption, which led him to explore the Bible and discover the message of hope and forgiveness. His candid insights reveal how embracing faith not only changed his outlook on life but also equipped him to help others navigate their own challenges.Listeners will learn about the importance of taking personal responsibility for one's actions, regardless of past circumstances, and how making wise choices can lead to a brighter future. Jack emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding while encouraging individuals to rise above victimhood and reclaim their agency.Join us for an inspiring conversation that highlights the significance of faith, mentorship, and the power of choice in transforming lives. Jack's story serves as a reminder that no matter how far one has fallen, redemption is always possible through faith and personal accountability.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- Jack's journey from addiction and incarceration to faith and service- The pivotal moments that led to his transformation behind bars- The role of personal responsibility in overcoming adversity- Insights into the importance of mentorship and community support- How to encourage others to make positive choices and rise above their circumstancesFor more information on Jack Hager and his work, reach out via email at JackHager@gmail.com, and consider picking up his book, *Captured by Grace*, available on Amazon. Your support can help spread his message of hope and redemption to those who need it most.Support the show

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For many Americans, contact with the criminal legal system comes with a hidden price tag. Without their knowledge, incarcerated people can often rack up large bills owed to the government to pay for the cost of their own incarceration. Sociologist Brittany Friedman explains how these "pay-to-stay" laws work, how civil lawsuits are used to collect that money after release, and why the push to reform these criminal legal fines and fees has drawn bipartisan support.   For more on this topic: Read the article mentioned in the episode, Civil Lawfare, co-authored by Friedman and published in the journal Social Problems  Listen to her podcast, Exploitation Nation Check out her book, Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons Read her SSN key findings brief, Ending Modern-Day Slavery in California  

From 180 lbs at peak athleticism, intelligence, and financial prosperity — to 120 lbs, isolated and locked in his penthouse. Anjan Chatterjee tells the harrowing reality of life during and after prolonged sedation in the ICU.Most people think surviving the ICU is the hard part. For Anjan, it was only the beginning.On August 14th, 2022, a routine run ended with a slip, a fall, and a traumatic brain injury that left him clinically dead — resuscitated only because his dog, Kingston, wouldn't stop barking. What followed was two weeks in a medically induced coma, seizures, facial fractures, and a mind that couldn't tell dreams from reality.He woke up convinced he'd been arrested, shot at by police, and sentenced to death. He burst through hand restraints. It took 14 nurses to hold him down. Then he was discharged — to a psychiatric ward — still hallucinating, still terrified, and completely alone."I sat in this lavish penthouse, and I was a prisoner. I didn't talk to a single soul for six months."In this episode, Anjan opens up about the psychological and physical toll of post-ICU syndrome — the delirium, the 60-lb muscle loss, the cardiac deconditioning, the brain fog, and the crushing isolation that followed. No referrals. No support. No one who believed him. Just a man, his trauma, his dog, and four walls at the top of a building.This is a story about what it really means to survive — and what it takes to actually come back.Stay tuned for upcoming online courses!www.DaytonICUConsulting.com

What happens when someone who thought their life was over discovers that accountability, support, and hope can lead to a completely different future? In this episode, Jesse Crosson shares his remarkable journey from addiction, arrest, and a lengthy prison sentence to becoming an author, advocate, and founder of the Second Chancer Foundation. Jesse opens up about the mentors, family members, and unexpected supporters who helped him rebuild his life and find purpose behind prison walls.We also talk about the power of second chances, why connection and mentorship can change lives, and the important work the Second Chancer Foundation is doing with young people in juvenile detention. Jesse's story is a powerful reminder that no one should be defined by their worst moment and that hope can be found even in the most difficult circumstances.To connect with Jesse or to find out more about The Second Chancer Foundation, visit https://jessecrosson.com/ and https://www.second-chancer.org/3 ways to support Life Stories:*Like and share this episode!*Subscribe to this channel!*Buy me a virtual coffee at https://buymeacoffee.com/lifestoriespodcastWant to be a guest on Life Stories Podcast? Send Shara Goswick a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/lifestoriespodcast

What happens when the evidence of injustice is buried in messy, redacted, or inaccessible data? Mathematician and data scientist Chad Topaz joins Breaking Math to discuss his book Unlocking Justice. Together, we explore policing, sentencing, public records, Rikers Island, algorithmic risk, and the limits of quantifying human lives. This is a conversation about math, power, transparency, and the small acts of hope that can change systems. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation01:11 Chad's Journey from Mathematics to Social Justice03:50 The Personal Nature of Chad's Book04:40 Challenges in Data Collection and Access08:03 The Impact of Data on Policing and Surveillance09:51 Humorous Yet Tragic Data Collection Experiences12:55 The Importance of Data Preparation and Cleaning14:40 Navigating Imperfect Data and Its Consequences17:48 The Balance Between Quantification and Human Stories22:25 Incarceration and Public Health: The Rikers Island Case Study31:36 Mathematics and Social Justice: Secrets of the Elite39:03 Hope and Action: A Personal Journey in Data for JusticeFollow Chad Topaz onBluesky(https://bsky.app/profile/chadtopaz.bsky.social) Book (https://amzn.to/3S21pKb)Follow Breaking Math onSubstack (https://breakingmath.substack.com/)X (https://x.com/breakingmathpod)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/breakingmath.bsky.social)Website (https://www.breakingmath.io/)YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod)Follow Noah onInstagram (https://www.instagram.com/profnoahgian/)X (https://x.com/ProfNoahGian)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/profnoahgian.bsky.social)Follow Autumn onX (https://x.com/1autumn_leaf)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/1autumnleaf.bsky.social)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/)Substack (https://substack.com/@1autumnleaf)email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

On 13 June 1964, Nelson Mandela, who later became South Africa's president, was taken to the maximum security prison on Robben Island off the coast of South Africa.Mandela had led the military wing of the African National Congress party which was banned by the apartheid government.He was sentenced to life imprisonment and spent 18 years on the island before being transferred to prison on the mainland.He was freed on 11 February 1990 after serving 27 years behind bars.Jen Dale uses BBC archive to tell this period of Mandela's life.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by and curious about the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from how the Excel spreadsheet was developed, the creation of cartoon rabbit Miffy and how the sound barrier was broken.We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: the moment Reagan and Gorbachev met in Geneva, Haitian singer Emerante de Pradines' life and Omar Sharif's legendary movie entrance in Lawrence of Arabia.You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, like the invention of a stent which has saved lives around the world; the birth of the G7; and the meeting of Maldives' ministers underwater. We cover everything from World War Two and Cold War stories to Black History Month and our journeys into space.(Picture: Nelson Mandela's cell on Robben Island, Credit: Getty/Dave Hogan)

Shir Lovett-Graff, a writer and community-organizer, is a founder and organizer with Matir Asurim: Jewish Care Network for Incarcerated People -- they also serve as executive director for the Attleboro Area Interfaith Collaborative. Lovett-Graff joins Lex Rofeberg and Rena Yehuda Newman for a conversation about incarceration through Jewish lenses. This episode is the 3rd in an ongoing mini-series of Judaism Unbound episodes exploring Judaism through the framework of bodily autonomy. Access full shownotes for this episode via this link. If you're enjoying Judaism Unbound, please help us keep things going with a one-time or monthly tax-deductible donation -- support Judaism Unbound by clicking here! --------------Apply for the UnYeshiva's Certificate Program for Unbound Judaism by heading to www.judaismunbound.com/certificate! The deadline is June 7th.

 The purpose of her book is to guide you through a successful transition from incarceration to a fulfilling and productive life after release. Ideally, preparation for this transition should begin six months before your release date. The recommended approach is to collaborate with a mentor, meeting weekly to follow this program both during your final months in prison and for twelve weeks after release.This program aims to reduce recidivism by addressing the challenges of reintegrating into the community and providing a clear structure for your success. In other words, their goal is to help you avoid returning to prison by equipping you with the tools and support needed to overcome common obstacles faced in the outside world.The book includes preparatory activities to help you get ready to connect with a mentor. Once you are prepared, you and your mentor will meet each week to discuss the relevant chapter and work through the material together. The content is designed to help you develop essential life and employability skills. Additionally, you will find checklists and templates to ensure you are fully prepared for life after release.She is the author of "From Prison to Possibilities: Paving Your Path." https://drnugentspeaks.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

On today's show:   First up Wanda Bertram from the Prison Policy Initiative joins the show to talk about what we dont know and what we think we know about mass incarceration. Wanda shares some stats and facts that youll never hear on corporate media, and debunks myths that betray our propagandized thinking. Next up, MiDian Shofner sits down to unpack antiracism, abolition, and reframing what an expert is when it comes to building alternatives to our cruel system. MiDian calls on us to linger in the reality of what this country really is, who we are, and where to look for solutions that benefit the people. — Wanda Bertram is the communications strategist at thePrison Policy Initiative. ThePrison Policy Initiative uses data to highlight the harms of mass incarceration and to spark campaigns for reform of the criminal legal system. MiDian Shofner is the CEO of the Epitome of Black Excellence & Partnership and the Owner/Founder of 8PM Consulting for Humanity. MiDian's work is founded upon three core pillars designed to catalyze learning, reflection, growth, and societal transformation aimed at educating and empowering individuals to confront and dismantle the insidious forces of racism and injustice that plague our society.   The News That Didn't Make the News. Each week, co-hosts Mickey Huff and Eleanor Goldfield conduct in depth interviews with their guests and offer hard hitting commentary on the key political, social, and economic issues of the day with an emphasis on critical media literacy. The post Project Censored – Incarceration, Antiracism, and Abolition appeared first on KPFA.

As the Clippers await punishment, their owner is big mad at Pablo — and appears worried about what Aspiration's founder might have told the NBA. So Pablo and David Samson (finally) sit down with a special guest: Lou Manzo, the former DOJ prosecutor who investigated this whole tree-planting fraud in the first place, to go inside the courtroom, comb through footnotes and focus on the end game.(Additional reporting by Anita Bennett)Previously on PTFO:• Part I: The Silent Superstar and the Rotten Apple Tree• Part II: An Argument with Mark Cuban• Part III: The Mystery Investor, the No-Show Payday and the "Smoking Gun"• Part IV: Steve Ballmer, the Other Cuban and the $118 Million Infusion• Part V: Steve Ballmer's "Inconceivable" Donation, the $20 Million Guarantee and a Head on a Spike• Part VI: An IRL Showdown with Mark Cuban• Part VII: The Briefcase, Ballmer's Social Network and Aspiration's House of Cards• Part VIII: Uncle Dennis, Ballmer's $50 Million Sprint and the Side Deal That Wouldn't Die• Part IX: Ballmer's Tree Money, the Whistle-Blowers and the Document You've Been Waiting For• Subscribe to Pablo's newsletter for exclusive access, documents and invites• Subscribe to "Nothing Personal with David Samson"(Pablo Torre Finds Out is independently produced by Meadowlark Media and distributed by The Athletic. The views, research and reporting expressed in this episode are solely those of Pablo Torre Finds Out and do not reflect the work or editorial input of The Athletic or its journalists.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.