Podcasts about San Quentin State Prison

William Harder is known for his controversial collection of items associated with notorious criminals, a hobby often referred to as "murderabilia." His collection includes letters, artwork, and other memorabilia from individuals such as Richard Ramirez, the "Night Stalker," and Charles Manson. Harder has stated that he began his collection after corresponding with Ramirez, leading to a friendship and regular visits to San Quentin State Prison. He has also reached out to other inmates, including Manson, to expand his collection.In addition to his personal collection, Harder operates a website called MurderAuction.com, where he facilitated the sale of items from incarcerated individuals. This site attracted criticism for potentially enabling criminals to profit from their notoriety. Harder defended the website, describing it as a hobby rather than a business venture.https://linktr.ee/UnforbiddentruthBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support.

President Trump's reciprocal tariffs officially go into effect. How will other nations respond to them? Gavin Newsom will be transforming San Quentin State Prison, home to some of the state's most hardened criminals, into a Scandinavian-style rehab resort including a Swedish-style spa retreat with a farmers market, podcast studios, and a self-service grocery store.  Dana explains how the Trump Administration needs to message tariffs to stable markets. Could tariffs signal an end to the age of bargain clothing shopping and further devastate shopping malls. The demise starts as America's malls are already struggling.  Quotes from Ex Biden's Chief of Staff's book about Biden sound WAY different from his previous claims. Dana reflects back on the proxy voting fight in Congress Wednesday. The Labor Department says it is attempting to retrieve a total of $4.3B in unused COVID-era funding. The Georgia father that was jailed for leaving his kids at McDonald's while job hunting was not actually job hunting. Georgia House Democrats walked out of the chamber en masse in protest of a Republican-backed bill to block taxpayer funds from being used to pay for gender-affirming care for state prison inmates. A miniature dachshund named Valerie, who has spent almost a year and a half lost on a remote island in southern Australia, has been spotted in the wild and rescue workers think they're close to catching the puppy. Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.com Turn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com  My personal gold company - get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit. PLUS, you could qualify for up to 10% in BONUS silverByrnahttps://byrna.com/dana Don't leave yourself or your loved ones without options. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/Dana Dana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANA HumanNhttps://humann.com Support your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews. Tax Network USAhttps://TNUSA.com/DANA Don't let the IRS's aggressive tactics control your life empower yourself with Tax Network USA's support.  Reach a USA based agent @ 1(800) 958-1000 - Don't fight the IRS aloneKelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.com See the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its best All Family Pharmacy https://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/Dana Code Dana10 for 10% off your entire order

Gavin Newsom will be transforming San Quentin State Prison, home to some of the state's most hardened criminals, into a Scandinavian-style rehab resort including a Swedish-style spa retreat with a farmers market, podcast studios, and a self-service grocery store. Meanwhile, the Georgia father that was jailed for leaving his kids at McDonald's while job hunting was not actually job hunting.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://relieffactor.com Turn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Goldcohttps://DanaLikesGold.com  My personal gold company - get your GoldCo 2025 Gold & Silver Kit. PLUS, you could qualify for up to 10% in BONUS silverByrnahttps://byrna.com/dana Don't leave yourself or your loved ones without options. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://patriotmobile.com/Dana Dana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANA HumanNhttps://humann.com Support your metabolism and healthy blood sugar levels with Superberine by HumanN. Find it now at your local Sam's Club next to SuperBeets Heart Chews. Tax Network USAhttps://TNUSA.com/DANA Don't let the IRS's aggressive tactics control your life empower yourself with Tax Network USA's support.  Reach a USA based agent @ 1(800) 958-1000 - Don't fight the IRS aloneKelTechttps://KelTecWeapons.com See the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its best All Family Pharmacy https://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/Dana Code Dana10 for 10% off your entire order

In March of 2023, Governor Newsom of California announced that the infamous San Quentin State Prison would have its name changed to the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center.  Since the mid-1800s San Quentin has housed some of the most notorious criminals, but times are changing and that includes the use of tablet technology for the incarcerated population. California, like Massachusetts and other states offers free calling on the tablets but texting is still a feature that the incarcerated population must pay for.  Because of tablet telecommunications, we can speak with Chan Park directly from his cell inside San Quentin in this milestone episode. Chan has served a total of 32 years in the California corrections system, with this last decade at San Quentin. Chan's transparency and honesty about his past, his incarceration at the age of 26, his evolution to take responsibility for his actions, and under the new rehabilitation moniker be more involved in helping create change for his San Quentin community, is inspiring. Tune-in for Episode #101 when we continue our conversation with Chan and learn about his bid for parole.

The Freeway Killer, Bill Bonin, was a notorious American serial killer who, alongside his accomplices, terrorized Southern California in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Bonin, often referred to as the "Freeway Killer" due to his victims' bodies being dumped along highways and freeways, is believed to have murdered at least 14 young men and boys between 1979 and 1980, though the exact number is still debated.His victims, often hitchhikers or male prostitutes, were sexually assaulted, tortured, and then killed, typically by strangulation or blunt force trauma.Bonin was a former military man with a history of violent offenses and was described as being charismatic yet extremely manipulative. He lured many of his victims by offering them rides, only to overpower them and subject them to horrific abuse. His killing spree was initially difficult to track, as he often discarded the bodies in remote locations along freeways in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.After his arrest in 1980, Bonin was convicted of 10 murders, though he was linked to additional cases. He was sentenced to death in 1982 and spent years on death row at San Quentin State Prison. Bonin was finally executed by lethal injection in 1996, after his appeals were exhausted. His crimes left a lasting legacy of fear in Southern California and remain one of the most chilling chapters in the history of American serial killers.Bonin's case also highlighted the disturbing nature of his accomplices, including a man named James Munro, Gregory Miley and Vernon Butts, who participated in some of the killings, contributing to the complexity and scope of the crimes. The Freeway Killer case remains a tragic example of the dangers lurking within society, as well as the dark psyche of a man who carried out his brutal acts under the radar for several years before justice was finally served.https://linktr.ee/UnforbiddentruthBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support.

Doug Sovern is away today. A ambitious redesign is coming to San Quentin State Prison, inspired by rehabilitation centers in Scandinavian countries. The model prioritizes "rehabilitation through education" and architects envision a campus-like environment complete with a library and media center. BRET live: For more on these plans, KCBS Radio news anchors Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with Lori Coppenrath, Justice and Civic Planning Leader and Principal at DLR Group, who designed the new plans to transform San Quentin prison into a rehabilitation center.

Andy Marra is on a mission to Korea in search of the mother she never knew with a secret she absolutely has to tell. And when two close friends can't see each other face-to-face, they exchange letters from two very different places.The Birth DreamAndy Marra is on a mission to Korea in search of the mother she never knew with a secret she absolutely has to tell.Thank you, Andy, for sharing your story with Snap! Find out more about her advocacy work here.Produced by Regina Bediako, original score by Renzo Gorrio, artwork by Teo Ducot.Letters from UncuffedIt's been almost a year since friends and family have been able to visit their loved ones in prison, due to the pandemic. Letters to the inside are always a lifeline. This year, more than ever.Today, from Uncuffed, we hear from Adamu Chan, who was recently released from San Quentin State Prison, while his friend Edmond Richardson, is still on the inside.Uncuffed is a storytelling project made by people behind bars, from inside California prisons, in collaboration with KALW. To hear the full version of this story, visit Uncuffed and make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!Produced by Adamu Chan, Ninna Gaensler-Debs, Angela Johnston, Pat Mesiti-Miller & Eli Wirtschafter.Snap Classic – Season 16 – Episode 4 Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

In this episode of One Minute Remaining, I sit down with Jessie Milo, an inmate at the infamous San Quentin State Prison.Jessie has been handed a sentence that might suggest he ranks among the likes of Ted Bundy or the BTK Killer—yet Jessie has never taken a life. His true crime is a series of incredibly poor life choices. With a childhood spent on drug runs with his mother at just five years old and a father who was repeatedly sent to prison, it's little wonder Jessie found himself following a similar path.Jessie opens up about life behind the storied walls of San Quentin, the challenges of incarceration—including nearly eight years spent in solitary confinement—and the personal journey that led him there. From navigating the harsh realities of prison culture to sharing his thoughts on redemption and reform, Jessie's story provides a raw and unfiltered glimpse into life on the inside. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of One Minute Remaining, I sit down with Jessie Milo, an inmate at the infamous San Quentin State Prison.Jessie has been handed a sentence that might suggest he ranks among the likes of Ted Bundy or the BTK Killer—yet Jessie has never taken a life. His true crime is a series of incredibly poor life choices. With a childhood spent on drug runs with his mother at just five years old and a father who was repeatedly sent to prison, it's little wonder Jessie found himself following a similar path.Jessie opens up about life behind the storied walls of San Quentin, the challenges of incarceration—including nearly eight years spent in solitary confinement—and the personal journey that led him there. From navigating the harsh realities of prison culture to sharing his thoughts on redemption and reform, Jessie's story provides a raw and unfiltered glimpse into life on the inside. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Steel is a writer, comedian and radio presenter. His performing career began as a poet in the alternative comedy scene in the early eighties at the Comedy Store. A regular presenter on Radio 4, he began his award winning series, Mark Steel's in Town in 2009. Alongside his performing career, he's been a regular newspaper columnist writing for the Guardian and Independent Newspapers. Mark was born in 1960 and adopted at ten days old by Doreen and Ernie. He grew up in Swanley, Kent and left home at 18 to live in a squat in Crystal Palace. After his own son was born, Mark spent many years tracing his birth parents and eventually met up with his genetic father who had been a professional gambler and a friend of Lord Lucan. Mark has two children and lives in London.DISC ONE: My Boy Lollipop - Millie Small DISC TWO: Janie Jones - The Clash DISC THREE: San Quentin (Live at San Quentin State Prison, San Quentin, CA - February 1969) - Johnny Cash DISC FOUR: Killing in the Name - Rage Against The Machine DISC FIVE: Trøllabundin - Eivør Pálsdóttir DISC SIX: Love Me or Leave Me - Nina Simone DISC SEVEN: Into My Arms - Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds DISC EIGHT: 1977 - Ana Tijoux BOOK CHOICE: Wisden Cricketers' Almanack LUXURY ITEM: A piano CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Love Me or Leave Me - Nina SimonePresenter Lauren Laverne Producer Sarah Taylor

*This episode originally aired on December 21, 2018.This is part two of a two-part interview. To listen to part one, click here.In part two of this two-part interview, Death Row inmate Kevin Cooper, once coming within four hours of execution, details how he copes with the daily torment of impending death as his legal team fights to prove his innocence with new exonerating evidence Gov. Jerry Brown has refused to allow to be examined. For the past 33 Christmas holidays, Kevin Cooper has inhabited an 11-by-4 ½-foot cell in California's San Quentin State Prison, the last eight waiting for Brown to grant him a new hearing and advanced DNA testing that would support what federal Appellate Judge William C. Fletcher has said: “Kevin Cooper is on Death Row because the San Bernardino sheriff’s department framed him.” Cooper, at the top of the list to be killed when the state resumes executions, talks to Robert Scheer in the latest installment of "Scheer Intelligence" about the unfairness of the justice system and the difficulty of proving one’s innocence once convicted: “”Whenever you have a judge that comes forward and stands up and says no, this person innocent…this person was framed, we need to take that serious as a society.” He discusses his ongoing struggle to preserve his basic humanity: "I’ve been blessed, in a sick sense of the word. I’ve been cursed by putting me here, but while I’m in here, I’ve been blessed, because there are a lot of death row inmates who commit suicide every time you turn around. They took a guy past this cage last night on a gurney, ‘cause he was ‘man down’...Don’t know if he lived or died. But they’ve been committing suicide up here, they’ve been killing each other up here. All types of craziness has been going on up in here."  Cooper explains how he has kept hope alive when he could so easily succumb to desperation and despair.  He paints, writes and reads voraciously but is most passionate when speaking out against the death penalty: "When you find yourself in a fight that is bigger than you—[capital punishment] affects the lives of many people—and you can do something to help in that fight, you can’t give up...You can’t stop, you can’t quit. You just can’t do it...I did not choose this, to speak out against the death penalty; I didn’t. This [struggle] chose me."

In this episode, I interview Valentino and Irma Rodriguez, the parents of Correctional Officer Valentino Rodriguez, Jr.Val Jr. worked as a correctional officer at both San Quentin State Prison and California State Prison Sacramento for over five years before he died of a fentanyl overdose in 2020. We discuss his family history, how Val Jr.'s death impacted their family, and get to know Val Jr. posthumously through the eyes of his parents. We also discuss the familiar topics of harassment, work place retaliation, suicide, addiction, and bullying.  

  On Wednesday November, 27, 2024, the night before Thanksgiving, Governor Gavin Newsom of CA granted a a “full and unconditional” pardon to Earlonne Woods, co-host and co-creator of the award-winning podcast, Ear Hustle. Earlonne helped create Ear Hustle while incarcerated at San Quentin State Prison. In recognition of Earlonne's achievement, we are sharing with you an episode of Wrongful Conviction where Earlonne appeared as a guest host. Congratulations Earlonne. We are eager to hear more from you in the future. On March 24, 1990, Felix “Carlos” Bastarrica was shot and killed on the street in San Francisco, CA. Following the shooting, Candido “Peter” Diaz, started rumors that one of Felix's friends, Joaquin Ciria, was responsible. Relying on the rumors, police immediately targeted Joaquin and coerced 18-year-old George Varela – the man who drove the actual shooter to the crime – to falsely implicate Joaquin. Based primarily on this, and despite the complete lack of physical evidence linking him to the crime, Joaquin was convicted of murder and sentenced to 31 years to life in prison. Earlonne Woods talks to Joaquin Ciria and Paige Kaneb, Joaquin's attorney. To learn more and get involved, visit:  https://ncip.org/ Wrongful Conviction is a production of Lava for Good™ Podcasts in association with Signal Co. No1. We have worked hard to ensure that all facts reported in this show are accurate. The views and opinions expressed by the individuals featured in this show are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Lava for Good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Judy Bornstein, Boomer, joins me to discuss conflict – whoa! Judy is the Founder of C Suite Resolutions, where she provides mediation, ombuds services, conflict and negotiation coaching, and corporate trainings to organizations and executives. She has worked extensively as a CFO and Chief Compliance Officer, and brings her business experience to her work in addressing conflict. Topics Covered: Conflict definition Disagreement vs conflict Gossip Consequences of pushing down conflict Costs involved in unresolved conflicts How organizations set themselves up to handle conflicts Ombuds (trained independent designated neutral to build trust) Working in conflict and understanding our reactions Mediations Three Episode Takeaways   1.   If we only think of conflict as a fight we can lose that it can be a really powerful engine for creativity, change, and self-reflection. 2.   Responses to conflict can fall along gender lines. Many women are raised to “be nice” and “be good”, and told “don't make a scene”. Women may be uncomfortable acknowledging a conflict so will be quiet or not address it directly, and there is less latitude for women to express conflict than is often afforded to men 3.   Humans are naturally (evolutionarily) wired to not like conflict, so that means our managers, bosses, and leaders probably don't like conflict. As a result conflict may pushed down or silenced, which can lead to unintentional consequences like blaming the people involved rather than learning from the situation. Conflict is an inherent part of growth and innovation in organizations.   Great Quotes: Hope is not a strategy. We may have conflict because we are wise enough to see the complexity in our world. If you have conflict in your life it doesn't mean there's something wrong with you.  Conflict can be perplexing.   Episode Resources:   Baruch Bush: https://www.beyondintractability.org/bksum/bush-promise   More About Judy:   Judy is a doctoral candidate at Penn State University where her research interests center around organizational conflict. She holds a Masters in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine University's Caruso School of Law, and an MBA from Simmons University in Boston, where she graduated first in her class. Judy is a Mediation trainer and serves on the San Francisco Bar Association Mediation Panel and on the Arbitration Panel for FINRA (the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority). She is a regular mediator for the Congress of Neutrals where she mediates court cases in Contra Costa County, CA. Judy also co-facilitates a Transformative Mediation group inside San Quentin State Prison, where she offers mediation and conflict-resolution training to incarcerated men interested in non-violent conflict resolution.     How to reach Judy:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judybornstein/ Email: jb@csuiteresolutions.com Website: www.csuiteresolutions.com   How to reach Yo Canny:    Our website: www.girltaketheleadpod.com  You can send a message or voicemail there. We'd love to hear from you!   email: yo@yocanny.com   FB group: Girl, Take the Lead https://www.facebook.com/groups/272025931481748/?ref=share   IG: yocanny   YouTube   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yocanny/

KJ Focus born Kalin Freeman, is an American musician saxophonist, producer, and song writer. The Oakland native has made his name in the industry by showcasing his talent within the many genres of music. Confidently crossing the playing fields of R&B, Neo-Soul, Jazz, Hip hop, reggae, Latin and Tribal. 
 The high ranked soloist has been able to share the stage with some of the most prolific names in in the music game such as Solange and most recently David Banner. 
 Freeman has played in front of some of the largest audiences, and is a well known name at the University of Cal Berkeley. He has also been booked for many festivals and has even taken his talent into the depths of California's very own San Quentin State Prison to share his joy among the mass population of inmates. 
 Over the years Focus has become more than just a musician and has positioned himself to be a major power house of connection by directly introducing other musicians to new opportunities through his platform. Recently soft launching his own label Focused Productionz, Freeman has plans of eliminating some of the struggles he has seen young artists deal with and has made a vow to assist as many people as he can while working his way to the top. When asked what motivates his drive, KJ explained that the memory of his mother who transitioned into an early passing has been his fuel to flame and motivates him to a level that is unexplainable by word. KJ Focus born Kalin Freeman, is an American musician saxophonist, producer, and song writer. The Oakland native has made his name in the industry.

The Freeway Killer, Bill Bonin, was a notorious American serial killer who, alongside his accomplices, terrorized Southern California in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Bonin, often referred to as the "Freeway Killer" due to his victims' bodies being dumped along highways and freeways, is believed to have murdered at least 14 young men and boys between 1979 and 1980, though the exact number is still debated.His victims, often hitchhikers or male prostitutes, were sexually assaulted, tortured, and then killed, typically by strangulation or blunt force trauma.Bonin was a former military man with a history of violent offenses and was described as being charismatic yet extremely manipulative. He lured many of his victims by offering them rides, only to overpower them and subject them to horrific abuse. His killing spree was initially difficult to track, as he often discarded the bodies in remote locations along freeways in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.After his arrest in 1980, Bonin was convicted of 10 murders, though he was linked to additional cases. He was sentenced to death in 1982 and spent years on death row at San Quentin State Prison. Bonin was finally executed by lethal injection in 1996, after his appeals were exhausted. His crimes left a lasting legacy of fear in Southern California and remain one of the most chilling chapters in the history of American serial killers.Bonin's case also highlighted the disturbing nature of his accomplices, including a man named James Munro, Gregory Miley and Vernon Butts, who participated in some of the killings, contributing to the complexity and scope of the crimes. The Freeway Killer case remains a tragic example of the dangers lurking within society, as well as the dark psyche of a man who carried out his brutal acts under the radar for several years before justice was finally served.https://linktr.ee/UnforbiddentruthBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unforbidden-truth--4724561/support.

Refugees in California are generally protected from federal deportation under sanctuary and safe haven laws, unless they've been incarcerated. And in 2022, after serving 25 years for murder, San Quentin State Prison parolee Phoeun You was turned over to ICE, and deported to Cambodia. In this episode, the story of Phoeun You: a man returned to a country he never knew. This episode was produced in partnership with KQED's The California Report Magazine podcast. Producer:   Mateo Schimpf If you appreciate this episode and want to support the work we do, please consider making a donation to Commonwealth Club World Affairs. We cannot do this work without your help. Thank you.

The rivalry between the Aryan Brotherhood (AB) and the Black Guerrilla Family (BGF) is one of the most intense and violent conflicts within the U.S. prison system. Originating in the 1960s at San Quentin State Prison, these gangs were formed with starkly different ideologies: the AB centered on white supremacy and racial solidarity, while the BGF was driven by black revolutionary and Marxist ideals. Over the decades, both gangs expanded their influence through violent confrontations, strategic alliances, and a deep-seated commitment to their respective causes. Notable figures like Barry Mills of the AB and George Jackson of the BGF played crucial roles in shaping the groups' aggressive tactics and expansion, often resulting in bloody clashes and targeted assassinations to assert dominance and control over prison economies and territories.This conflict has had a significant impact on the U.S. prison system, leading to heightened security measures, increased violence, and a culture of fear and tension among inmates and staff. Both gangs employ a range of strategies, from leveraging corrupt prison staff to using a network of “cells” to maintain control and power. Their rivalry extends beyond prison walls, influencing street gangs and criminal networks, making them formidable forces both inside and outside of prison. The relentless pursuit of power by the AB and BGF perpetuates a cycle of violence and retribution, reflecting the harsh realities of survival and dominance within the penal system.(commercial at 9:16)to contact me:  bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

The rivalry between the Aryan Brotherhood (AB) and the Black Guerrilla Family (BGF) is one of the most intense and violent conflicts within the U.S. prison system. Originating in the 1960s at San Quentin State Prison, these gangs were formed with starkly different ideologies: the AB centered on white supremacy and racial solidarity, while the BGF was driven by black revolutionary and Marxist ideals. Over the decades, both gangs expanded their influence through violent confrontations, strategic alliances, and a deep-seated commitment to their respective causes. Notable figures like Barry Mills of the AB and George Jackson of the BGF played crucial roles in shaping the groups' aggressive tactics and expansion, often resulting in bloody clashes and targeted assassinations to assert dominance and control over prison economies and territories.This conflict has had a significant impact on the U.S. prison system, leading to heightened security measures, increased violence, and a culture of fear and tension among inmates and staff. Both gangs employ a range of strategies, from leveraging corrupt prison staff to using a network of “cells” to maintain control and power. Their rivalry extends beyond prison walls, influencing street gangs and criminal networks, making them formidable forces both inside and outside of prison. The relentless pursuit of power by the AB and BGF perpetuates a cycle of violence and retribution, reflecting the harsh realities of survival and dominance within the penal system.(commercial at 9:16)to contact me:  bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

The Black Guerrilla Family (BGF) is a notorious and ideologically driven prison gang founded in 1966 by George Lester Jackson at San Quentin State Prison in California. Jackson, a revolutionary Marxist and Black nationalist, created the BGF to protect Black inmates, resist the oppressive prison system, and contribute to the broader struggle for Black liberation. The gang's core objectives include eradicating racism, overthrowing the U.S. government, and supporting global liberation movements.Initially rooted in revolutionary ideology, the BGF is structured like a military organization, with a strict hierarchy and a strong emphasis on loyalty, discipline, and secrecy. The group uses symbols like the crossed saber and shotgun, often accompanied by a black dragon, to communicate its identity and commitment to armed struggle.Over time, the BGF expanded beyond California, establishing a significant presence in other states, particularly Maryland. While the BGF initially focused on political goals, it gradually shifted towards criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, and murder, to fund its operations.The BGF's operations in Maryland were exposed in a 2013 federal investigation, which revealed extensive corruption and the gang's control over the Baltimore City Detention Center. Despite law enforcement crackdowns and internal conflicts, the BGF remains active within the U.S. prison system, though its original ideological focus has diminished.The legacy of the BGF is complex, reflecting the broader struggles of African Americans within the U.S. criminal justice system and the challenges faced by revolutionary movements in maintaining their integrity. While the BGF's influence may have waned, its impact on the U.S. prison system and its role as a symbol of resistance endure.(commercial at 8:16)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

""Seeing the transformation in the inmates, from despair to determination, reminds us of the profound impact running can have on someone's life."

The Aryan Brotherhood (AB), also known as the Brand, is a white supremacist prison gang and organized crime syndicate in the United States. It was founded in the California state prison system in 1964, primarily at San Quentin State Prison, as a response to the perceived need for white inmates to band together in the face of increasing racial tensions within the prison system. Over the decades, the Aryan Brotherhood has grown into one of the most feared and powerful prison gangs in the country.The Aryan Brotherhood was formed in the mid-1960s by white inmates who sought protection from other racial groups, particularly African American and Hispanic gangs. Initially, the group adopted a strong white supremacist ideology, drawing inspiration from Nazi symbolism and imagery. Members typically display tattoos featuring swastikas, SS lightning bolts, and other white supremacist symbols, often combined with the initials "AB."The Aryan Brotherhood operates under a hierarchical structure, with a council or "commission" of senior members making key decisions for the gang. At the lower levels, members are organized into smaller units within individual prisons, but all are bound by a strict code of conduct that emphasizes loyalty, secrecy, and a willingness to commit acts of extreme violence.While the AB started as a prison gang, its influence extends beyond prison walls. Members are involved in a wide range of criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, contract killings, and arms trafficking. The gang has also been known to collaborate with other criminal organizations, including the Mexican Mafia (La Eme) and the Hells Angels, despite their racial ideology, when it suits their criminal objectives.Although the Aryan Brotherhood was founded on white supremacist principles, its primary focus is criminal enterprise rather than ideological purity. The gang uses racism as a tool to recruit and motivate members, but in practice, it has shown a willingness to cooperate with non-white gangs when it benefits them financially or strategically.The Aryan Brotherhood has been linked to numerous violent crimes, both inside and outside of prison. These include murders, assaults, and riots. In the 1970s and 1980s, the gang solidified its reputation for brutality, often using murder as a way to enforce discipline and eliminate rivals. High-profile murders attributed to the Aryan Brotherhood include the killing of prison gang leaders from rival groups and the assassination of inmates who cooperated with authorities.One of the most infamous incidents involving the Aryan Brotherhood was the federal indictment of 40 members in 2002, which sought to dismantle the gang's leadership. Despite these efforts, the Aryan Brotherhood remains a potent force within the U.S. prison system.In this episode, we learn about "The Brand".(commercial at 9:56)to contact me:bobbyapucci@protonmail.com

The Aryan Brotherhood (AB), also known as the Brand, is a white supremacist prison gang and organized crime syndicate in the United States. It was founded in the California state prison system in 1964, primarily at San Quentin State Prison, as a response to the perceived need for white inmates to band together in the face of increasing racial tensions within the prison system. Over the decades, the Aryan Brotherhood has grown into one of the most feared and powerful prison gangs in the country.The Aryan Brotherhood was formed in the mid-1960s by white inmates who sought protection from other racial groups, particularly African American and Hispanic gangs. Initially, the group adopted a strong white supremacist ideology, drawing inspiration from Nazi symbolism and imagery. Members typically display tattoos featuring swastikas, SS lightning bolts, and other white supremacist symbols, often combined with the initials "AB."The Aryan Brotherhood operates under a hierarchical structure, with a council or "commission" of senior members making key decisions for the gang. At the lower levels, members are organized into smaller units within individual prisons, but all are bound by a strict code of conduct that emphasizes loyalty, secrecy, and a willingness to commit acts of extreme violence.While the AB started as a prison gang, its influence extends beyond prison walls. Members are involved in a wide range of criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, contract killings, and arms trafficking. The gang has also been known to collaborate with other criminal organizations, including the Mexican Mafia (La Eme) and the Hells Angels, despite their racial ideology, when it suits their criminal objectives.Although the Aryan Brotherhood was founded on white supremacist principles, its primary focus is criminal enterprise rather than ideological purity. The gang uses racism as a tool to recruit and motivate members, but in practice, it has shown a willingness to cooperate with non-white gangs when it benefits them financially or strategically.The Aryan Brotherhood has been linked to numerous violent crimes, both inside and outside of prison. These include murders, assaults, and riots. In the 1970s and 1980s, the gang solidified its reputation for brutality, often using murder as a way to enforce discipline and eliminate rivals. High-profile murders attributed to the Aryan Brotherhood include the killing of prison gang leaders from rival groups and the assassination of inmates who cooperated with authorities.One of the most infamous incidents involving the Aryan Brotherhood was the federal indictment of 40 members in 2002, which sought to dismantle the gang's leadership. Despite these efforts, the Aryan Brotherhood remains a potent force within the U.S. prison system.In this episode, we learn about "The Brand".(commercial at 9:56)to contact me:bobbyapucci@protonmail.com

The Aryan Brotherhood (AB), also known as the Brand, is a white supremacist prison gang and organized crime syndicate in the United States. It was founded in the California state prison system in 1964, primarily at San Quentin State Prison, as a response to the perceived need for white inmates to band together in the face of increasing racial tensions within the prison system. Over the decades, the Aryan Brotherhood has grown into one of the most feared and powerful prison gangs in the country.The Aryan Brotherhood was formed in the mid-1960s by white inmates who sought protection from other racial groups, particularly African American and Hispanic gangs. Initially, the group adopted a strong white supremacist ideology, drawing inspiration from Nazi symbolism and imagery. Members typically display tattoos featuring swastikas, SS lightning bolts, and other white supremacist symbols, often combined with the initials "AB."The Aryan Brotherhood operates under a hierarchical structure, with a council or "commission" of senior members making key decisions for the gang. At the lower levels, members are organized into smaller units within individual prisons, but all are bound by a strict code of conduct that emphasizes loyalty, secrecy, and a willingness to commit acts of extreme violence.While the AB started as a prison gang, its influence extends beyond prison walls. Members are involved in a wide range of criminal activities, including drug trafficking, extortion, contract killings, and arms trafficking. The gang has also been known to collaborate with other criminal organizations, including the Mexican Mafia (La Eme) and the Hells Angels, despite their racial ideology, when it suits their criminal objectives.Although the Aryan Brotherhood was founded on white supremacist principles, its primary focus is criminal enterprise rather than ideological purity. The gang uses racism as a tool to recruit and motivate members, but in practice, it has shown a willingness to cooperate with non-white gangs when it benefits them financially or strategically.The Aryan Brotherhood has been linked to numerous violent crimes, both inside and outside of prison. These include murders, assaults, and riots. In the 1970s and 1980s, the gang solidified its reputation for brutality, often using murder as a way to enforce discipline and eliminate rivals. High-profile murders attributed to the Aryan Brotherhood include the killing of prison gang leaders from rival groups and the assassination of inmates who cooperated with authorities.One of the most infamous incidents involving the Aryan Brotherhood was the federal indictment of 40 members in 2002, which sought to dismantle the gang's leadership. Despite these efforts, the Aryan Brotherhood remains a potent force within the U.S. prison system.In this episode, we learn about "The Brand".(commercial at 9:56)to contact me:bobbyapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

Nigel and Earlonne visit the largest women's prison in the world, the Central California Women's Facility, and speak to five people about building a life in a tough environment, and calling that place home.Special thanks to Warden Anissa De La Cruz and Lt. Monique Williams for welcoming us to CCWF. Thanks also to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show."See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In our first article we check in on Danny Masterson and his new home in the California State Penal system:Corcoran State Penitentiary, located in California, is a maximum-security prison known for its strict disciplinary measures and notorious reputation. It houses some of the most dangerous criminals in the state. The facility has gained notoriety for its history of violence, including inmate-on-inmate assaults and fatal shootings by correctional officers.Notable inmates who have been held at Corcoran State Penitentiary include:Charles Manson: The infamous cult leader and mastermind behind the Tate-LaBianca murders in 1969 was transferred to Corcoran State Penitentiary in 1989.Sirhan Sirhan: He was convicted of the assassination of Senator Robert F. Kennedy in 1968 and has been serving his sentence at Corcoran since the 1980s.Juan Corona: Known as one of America's most prolific serial killers, Corona was convicted in 1973 of murdering 25 farmworkers in California. He was incarcerated at Corcoran until his death in 2019.Charles Ng: Convicted of multiple counts of murder and sentenced to death, Ng spent time at Corcoran State Penitentiary before being transferred to San Quentin State Prison.John Floyd Thomas Jr.: A serial killer and rapist known as the "Westside Rapist" and the "Southland Strangler," Thomas was convicted in 2010 of murdering seven women in Los Angeles County. He was housed at Corcoran before his death in 2020.These are just a few examples of the notable inmates who have been housed at Corcoran State Penitentiary. The facility's strict security measures and high-profile population contribute to its reputation as one of the toughest prisons in the United States.We also take a trip down to New Mexico where we check in on Alec Baldwin and his legal troubles concerning the manslaughter charge he was slapped with by the special prosecutors and his latest trip to court where he pleaded not guilty.(commercial at 7:57)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to refiled manslaughter charge in "Rust" shooting - CBS NewsDanny Masterson Transferred to Maximum Security Prison With Infamous Past (thedailybeast.com)

My special guest tonight is author Dennis McDougal who stops by to discuss serial killer Randy Kraft and how targeted gay men.   Randy Kraft was highly intelligent, politically active, loyal to his friends, committed to his work--and the killer of 67 people--more than any other serial killer known.    Randy Steven Kraft (born March 19, 1945) is an American serial killer and rapist known as the Scorecard Killer, the Southern California Strangler, and the Freeway Killer,[4] who committed the rape, torture, and murder of a minimum of sixteen young men between 1972 and 1983, the majority of whom he killed in California. Kraft is also believed to have committed the rape and murder of up to fifty-one other young men and boys. He was convicted in May 1989[5] and is currently incarcerated on death row at San Quentin State Prison in Marin County, California.[6] Kraft became known as the "Scorecard Killer" because upon his arrest, investigators discovered a coded list with 61 entries on a scorecard containing cryptic references to his victims;[7] he is also sometimes referred to as the "Freeway Killer" because many of his victims' bodies were discovered beside or near freeways.[8] Kraft shares the latter epithet with two separate and unrelated serial killers, William Bonin and Patrick Kearney.   Between 1971 and 1983, Kraft is believed to have killed 67 victims. All of his suspected victims were males between the ages of 13 and 35,[13][35] the majority of whom were in their late teens to mid-twenties. Kraft was charged with—and convicted of—sixteen of these homicides, all of which had occurred between 1972 and 1983. Many of his victims were members of the United States Marines Corps,[36] and most of their bodies were found to have high levels of both alcohol and tranquilizers, indicating they had been unconscious when they were abused and killed.[37] Kraft's victims were typically lured into his vehicle with an offer of a lift or alcohol. Once in Kraft's vehicle, the victims would be plied with alcohol and/or other drugs. They were then bound, tortured, and sexually abused before they were killed, usually by either strangulation, asphyxiation, or bludgeoning. However, some victims had also ingested lethal doses of pharmaceuticals. At least one victim was stabbed to death.[38] The victims would then be discarded, usually—though not exclusively—alongside or close to various freeways in southern California. Photographic evidence found at Kraft's home indicates several of his victims were driven to his house before their murder.[39] Many of the victims were burned with a car cigarette lighter, usually around the genitals, chest, and face, and several were found with extensive blunt force trauma to the face and head.[40] In several instances, foreign objects were found inserted into the victims' rectums, while other victims had suffered emasculation, or mutilation and dismemberment.[41] The majority of Kraft's murders were committed in California, although some victims had been killed in Oregon, with two further known victims murdered in Michigan in December 1982.Follow Our Other ShowsFollow UFO WitnessesFollow Crime Watch WeeklyFollow Paranormal FearsFollow Seven: Disturbing Chronicle StoriesJoin our Patreon for ad-free listening and more bonus content.Follow us on Instagram @mysteriousradioFollow us on TikTok mysteriousradioTikTok Follow us on Twitter @mysteriousradio Follow us on Pinterest pinterest.com/mysteriousradio Like us on Facebook Facebook.com/mysteriousradio

God Behind Bars Podcast Episode #6: Join God Behind Bars CEO & Founder Jake Bodine as he interviews Carrington from the yard of San Quentin State Prison. Carrington shares about his childhood, his desire to be accepted, and what inevitably led him to a sentence in San Quentin. His testimony is incredible and his love for the Lord is inspiring!Connect with us on social!@godbehindbars@jake_bodine#GodBehindBarsPodcast #GodBehindBars #JakeBodine

What's it like to serve out a prison sentence alongside your mom? At the Central California Women's Facility, a handful of mom-daughter combos are doing time together — some more harmoniously than others. We're grateful to Rosa, Ms. Li, Tina, and Ryan for sharing their stories with us.  This episode was scored with music by Antwan Williams, Rhashiyd Zinnamon, and David Jassy.Big thanks to Acting Warden Andes and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Parker, Associate Warden Lewis, and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show.Special thanks to Lt. Williams at the Central California Women's Facility for making our visits to the prison possible, and for her continued support of the show. Our fundraiser is almost over, and we still need 370 donors to help us reach our goal! And if you can become a monthly donor at $10 or more, we'll give you access to ad-free episodes and bonus EH+ content as a token of our thanks! Make your gift at on.prx.org/4d5WnCm. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. 

There's a new cohort of journalists learning how to make radio in California prisons. In this episode we get to know them more through their favorite songs. Today, we meet this year's Uncuffed class at San Quentin.

Live from inside San Quentin State Prison, in collaboration with God Behind Bars, Pastor Levi Lusko helps us answer the question, "where do we go from here?" Looking at Hebrews 3, we're learning it's never to late to write a new story, and today is the day to begin!

Live from inside San Quentin State Prison, in collaboration with God Behind Bars, Pastor Levi Lusko helps us answer the question, "where do we go from here?" Looking at Hebrews 3, we're learning it's never to late to write a new story, and today is the day to begin!

Are CSI Television Shows Unrealistic, Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. Have popular television shows and movies about crime scene technicians and forensics corrupted public perception with misinformation? What do Hollywood and television get wrong about crime labs and crime scene technicians? The interview is available as a free podcast in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms. Our guest, Rachelle Babler, sheds light on this topic from her experience. A veteran Crime Lab Forensic Fingerprint technician, Rachelle began her public service career as an EMS before transitioning to a crime lab technician role at a smaller agency. She later joined the San Diego Police Department, where she climbed the ranks, amassing over 18 years of experience before her unexpected departure. Now, she's sharing her insights and the truth about her profession. Are CSI Television Shows Unrealistic, Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms. Rachelle discusses the infamous Danielle van Dam case, which gripped San Diego, California. Danielle, a young girl disappeared from her bedroom during the night of February 1–2, 2002. Her body was discovered on February 27 in a remote area. Police suspected a neighbor, who was arrested, tried, and convicted of kidnapping and first-degree murder. The killer is currently on death row at San Quentin State Prison. On the night of February 1, Danielle's mother Brenda went out with friends while her father stayed home with Danielle and her two brothers. After putting Danielle to bed, her father noticed an alarm light flashing and found the sliding glass door open, which he closed. The next morning, Danielle was missing, prompting a massive search effort involving hundreds of volunteers. Her nude, partially decomposed body was found near a trail on February 27. Detectives discovered traces of Danielle's blood in the suspect's motor home. Although the coroner couldn't determine the cause of death or confirm sexual assault, dental records identified her. Are CSI Television Shows Unrealistic, Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. You can listen to this in Apple Podcasts, our website, Spotify or most major podcast platforms. The killer a divorced father of two college students, lived two houses away from the van Dams and owned a luxury motorhome. He had interacted with Danielle and Brenda three days before her disappearance, inviting them into his home while they sold Girl Scout Cookies. Law enforcement placed him under 24-hour surveillance on February 4, noting his unusual behavior of thoroughly cleaning his RV. His motorhome, SUV, and other property were impounded on February 5. A fingerprint belonging to Danielle was crucial in his arrest and prosecution. Rachelle also delves into solving the "AM Series Sex Crime Case," where the perpetrator was identified through latent fingerprint examination. She contrasts her real-life crime lab experiences with the false narratives often portrayed by Hollywood, revealing the stark differences between television fiction and reality. Are CSI Television Shows Unrealistic, Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms. Join us as we uncover the truth behind forensics and crime scene investigation, and explore how the media's portrayal often diverges from the reality faced by professionals in the field.Are CSI Television Shows Unrealistic, Solving Real Violent Crimes With Fingerprint Analysis. Listen to the full discussion on our podcast, available on Apple and Spotify. 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When he was growing up, gang life gave Larry confidence, purpose, and an identity. But after years behind bars, the affiliation lost its luster. He tells Earlonne about becoming Lala from the East Coast Crips, and the long road back to being Larry.Thanks to Larry Davis for talking to us for this episode.This episode was scored with music by David Jassy, Antwan Williams, Derrell Sadiq Davis, and Earlonne Woods.Big thanks to Acting Warden Andes and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Parker, Associate Warden Lewis, and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show.Support our team and get even more Ear Hustle by subscribing to Ear Hustle Plus today. Sign up at earhustlesq.com/plus or in the Apple Podcasts app. It's our spring fundraiser, and we're trying to reach 1,000 donors! Learn more and donate: on.prx.org/4d5WnCm Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. 

For our latest Catch a Kite episode, we're taking advantage of a new tool: the electronic tablets that recently became available in 400+ jails and prisons across the nation. Using their tablets, incarcerated Ear Hustlers from around the country responded to listener questions, including: What do people in prison hide from their families? And what's something that you can only learn from being in prison? Thanks to Alvin, at Muskegon Correctional Facility in Michigan; Silk, at Chautauqua County Jail in New York; Cortez, at Ashland County Jail in Ohio; Darrell, at Pruntytown Correctional Center in West Virginia; Alexis, at Pamunkey Regional Jail in Virginia; Owen, at North Central Regional Jail in West Virginia; Damian, at Neuse Correctional Institution in North Carolina; Chris, at Washington Correctional Center in Washington; Krista, at Leath Correctional Institution in South Carolina; Brandon, at Montana State Prison in Montana; Kelly, at Omaha Correctional Center in Nebraska; Demetrius, at Richard Handlon Correctional Facility in Michigan; Donald, at Two Rivers Correctional Facility in Oregon; Ruby, at Western Correctional Center for Women in North Carolina; and Andres, at Mount Olive Correctional Complex in West Virginia, for listening to Ear Hustle on their tablets and speaking with us for the episode. Thanks to Sophia, John, and Manuel from Los Angeles; Cameron from Boston; Gail from St. Augustine, Florida; and Erica from Centerville, Massachusetts, for calling in with their questions. Thanks also to John Timpone and Meghan Tobin of Edovo for helping us expand our Catch a Kite reach to people incarcerated across the nation.This episode was scored with music by Antwan Williams. As always, we're grateful to Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison for her support of the show. Support our team and get even more Ear Hustle by subscribing to Ear Hustle Plus today. Sign up at earhustlesq.com/plus or right in Apple Podcasts. Our spring fundraiser is here! Learn more and donate: on.prx.org/4d5WnCm Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. 

On today’s episode, I sit down with Amanda Nagai, a storyteller, artist and designer, former tech world startup founder and engineer, who these days geeks out on inner work, grief, collective wellness, ritual and poetry. She is the author of Walk Us Home, a memoir told through poetry and art, just released in 2024. Proceeds from the book will support You're Going to Die’s suicide-prevention and community catharsis work inside San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (formerly San Quentin State Prison). After years of big personal loss, illness, and all the healing and inner-exploration modality workshops and trainings she could afford, she has some quiet understandings of what we lack as a society, what we need, and the limits of her own personal comprehension in the face of the Mystery. She laughs as much as she grieves and loves being with people as much as communing with trees and feeling washed by ocean waves. She calls the Ohlone lands of the Bay Area home. We talk about the following and so much more: ✅ What does it mean to grieve - and why do so many people misunderstand the purpose of grief? ✅Her story of grief with us - what were the first moments like? What are the steps to process grief? What is your recommendation on heloing people process their grief? Do we ever fully recover from grief? What’s the timeline normally? What were the steps you took personally to recover? What happens when we do not process our grief? What are some decisions you made that felt difficult but important? If you’d like to join the waitlist for my next coaching program, sign up @ www.InnerKnowingSchool.com Please tag us and tell us what you loved! You can follow @Gateways_To_Awakening on Instagram or Facebook if you’d like to stay connected.

In honor of Mother's Day, some decidedly un-Hallmark-y stories about incarceration and motherhood. Thanks to Mary Behun, Reggie, and Kat for speaking with us for this episode. This episode was scored with music by David Jassy, Antwan Williams, Fernando Arruda, Dwight Krizman, Rhashiyd Zinnamon, and Earlonne Woods. Big thanks to Acting Warden Andes and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Parker, Associate Warden Lewis, and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show.Our spring fundraiser is here! Learn more and donate: on.prx.org/4d5WnCm Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. 

Inside prison, as well as out, some of us cling to stuff and some of us let go. In this episode: two cell-block neighbors engage in a gentle dispute, Tony attempts to Marie Kondo his future from inside prison, and Mesro won't have his keepsakes disrespected.Thanks to our colleagues and collaborators inside San Quentin — Carrington, Mesro, Sadiq, and Tony — for talking to us about their stuff, and to Tony's Uncle Eric for welcoming us into his home.  This episode was scored with music by David Jassy, Antwan Williams, E. Phil Phillips, Rhashiyd Zinnamon, Gregory Dixon, and Earlonne Woods.Big thanks to Acting Warden Andes and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Parker, Associate Warden Lewis, and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show.Support our team and get even more Ear Hustle by subscribing to Ear Hustle Plus today. Sign up at earhustlesq.com/plus or directly in Apple Podcasts. (And while you're there, leave us a review!)Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. 

Twelve years ago, Nigel asked San Quentin resident Greg Eskridge to write a list of everything he owned in prison. That much, Earlonne remembers. The rest of this episode is a surprise gift, from one Ear Hustle host to another. Thanks to Greg Eskridge for speaking and sharing his lists with us. This episode was scored with music by Rhashiyd Zinnamon, Derrell Sadiq Davis, Antwan Williams, David Jassy, and Earlonne Woods.Big thanks to Acting Warden Andes and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Williams and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show.Support our team and get even more Ear Hustle by subscribing to Ear Hustle Plus today. Sign up at earhustlesq.com/plus or directly in Apple Podcasts. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. 

A bucolic garden, six kinds of breakfast cereal, and around-the-clock bedside vigil: How one California prison is trying to mitigate the fears and unknowns of dying inside prison. Thanks to Joseph Bick, Michele DiThomas, Terrance Harris, Allan Hickman, Gerard Hite, Jerry Judson, Keith Knauf, Kenneth Langill, Jeff Maria, Earl Miller, Michael Powell, and Frederick Roberts for speaking to us for this episode. This episode was scored with music by Rhashiyd Zinnamon, Fernando Arruda, Antwan Williams, and Earlonne Woods. “Down The Hall” © 2022 Open Secret Music (ASCAP) – Administered by Bluewater Music Services Corp. Used By Permission. All Rights Reserved. Big thanks to Acting Warden Smith and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Hill and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. We're also grateful to Acting Warden Cueva and Lt. Gonzalez at the California Medical Facility for allowing our team to record inside the hospice. Support our team and get even more Ear Hustle by subscribing to Ear Hustle Plus today. Sign up at earhustlesq.com/plus or directly in Apple Podcasts. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX.

We've never based a whole episode on a poem before, but this one, by Sky, took us by surprise. It's both a record of longing for all the things she can't do in prison — sleep in a teepee, have a cookie jar, touch a rabbit — and a way of doing those things in her mind.  Big thanks to Acting Warden Andes and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Williams and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Support our team and get even more Ear Hustle by subscribing to Ear Hustle Plus today. Sign up at earhustlesq.com/plus or in Apple Podcasts by tapping on the "Subscribe" button.  Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com.

Today's True Weird Stuff - Ballsy   Dr. Leo Stanley was the chief surgeon at San Quentin State Prison from 1913 to 1951. His horrific, pro-eugenics legacy included performing inhumane surgeries on inmates as a way to rehabilitate them...from thyroid removal to transplanting testicular glands from executed prisoners to living inmates. His belief in surgical cures for criminal minds made him a medical Frankenstein.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of our 100th episode (!), Ear Hustle revisits our very first one – “Cellies” – this time with a twist: Residents of the California Institution for Women tell us stories about “bunkies,” the good, the bad, and the…complicated. Big thanks to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com. Want one more way to celebrate Ear Hustle's 100th episode? Sign up for Ear Hustle Plus today to hear Earlonne and Nigel listening back to their first episode, “Cellies,” reflecting on what was going on behind the scenes when Ear Hustle first stepped into the world, and what's changed since then.

When she was in her 20s, Shanna was the victim of a violent attack. Ten years later, she's ready to talk about the experience and the “full-time job” of recovery. Big thanks to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Can't get enough Ear Hustle? Sign up for Ear Hustle Plus, our new subscription service. You'll get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, access to live chats with Ear Hustle and other listeners about the show, and more! earhustlesq.com/plus Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com. Radiotopia's fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support Ear Hustle. Thank you. https://on.prx.org/3s6RrL5

Not long ago, Nigel and Earlonne spent time at the largest women's prison in the world: The Central California Women's Facility. They spoke to five people about building a life in a tough environment and making it home. Show Notes: Radiotopia's fall fundraiser is here! Donate today to support Ear Hustle. Thank you! https://on.prx.org/3s6RrL5 Special thanks to Warden Anissa De La Cruz and Lt. Monique Williams for welcoming us to CCWF. Thanks also to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com.

Can a prison be haunted? And why are good ghost stories — inside or outside of prison — so hard to come by? The Ear Hustle team goes ghost hunting at San Quentin and the California Institution for Women. We're going on the road! Check out our upcoming tour dates at earhustlesq.com/tour. Can't get enough Ear Hustle? Sign up for Ear Hustle Plus, our new subscription service. You'll get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, access to live chats with Ear Hustle and other listeners about the show, and more! earhustlesq.com/plus Big thanks to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com.

If San Quentin were a magazine, what would it sound like? Ear Hustle's new team inside – Sadiq, Steve, Tam, and the Two Tonys – deliver audio stories hot off the press, from the institution's popcorn craze to its new tablets and those weird-looking gazebos out on the yard. Big thanks to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Thanks also to Katie Gilbert, Officer Wallis, and John Zeretzke at San Quentin. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com.

Producer Rahsaan “New York” Thomas takes us inside the parole-ordered transitional housing he's been living in since getting out of prison. For many people, these residences are a godsend. For others, they're a frustrating limbo between prison and being truly free. Big thanks to Acting Warden Smith and Lt. Berry at San Quentin State Prison and Acting Warden Hill and Lt. Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com.

Prisons weren't designed for older folks, and the California Institution for Women is no exception. Nigel and Earlonne pay a visit to CIW's Senior Center to hang out with a group of women aged 70 and up and hear their stories about aging inside. Big thanks to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com.

Inspired by the classic This American Life episode “24 Hours at the Golden Apple,” the Ear Hustle team documents one day in the life of San Quentin's lower yard, from Haka dancing to dominoes; gospel to geese; and weight-lifting to waiting to get out. Big thanks to Acting Warden Oak Smith and Lt. Guim'Mara Berry at San Quentin State Prison, and Acting Warden Molly Hill and Lt. William Newborg at the California Institution for Women for their support of the show. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia, from PRX. Find a full list of episode credits at earhustlesq.com.