Podcasts about uncuffed

Uncuffed's 2025 class at Solano State Prison just finished their training with the program. Get to know them through special songs that have shaped their lives.

A story from the Uncuffed producers at the California Institution for Women about the people who helped a woman redirect her emotions.

Today, we introduce you to the most recent Uncuffed class at Solano State Prison and get to know them through the songs they love. But first, we meet a boxer and the people who tried to help her redirect her emotions.

Darrell “Sadiq" Davis had a rocky relationship with school when he was younger. He kept trying to follow through with it, but things kept getting in his way - whether it was being bullied, or not being able to resist the call of the streets. But, what kept him going, no matter how hard things got, was knowing that getting a degree would make his mom proud. 

Now, it's a new story from Uncuffed, our podcast that empowers people in prison to tell their own stories. This one comes to us from the California Institution for Women. This is a piece that was scheduled to air a few weeks ago, but it was only after our show was broadcast that we realized we had aired the wrong story. So today we bring this piece from Uncuffed producer Haena Worthing.When she was first incarcerated, in the county jail, she realized she would no longer have access to most of what she called "pretty girl things” -  like makeup and nail polish. But her experience with incarceration changed how she thinks about beauty. 

When Uncuffed producer Fonuamana Fuahala unexpectedly meets his biological family, he's confronted with one of the most difficult decisions of his life.

A a story from Uncuffed and the California Institution for Women about a woman in prison who hears that her brother has been shot and wrestles with what to do.

A story from Uncuffed producer Daphnye Luster at the California Institution for Women about how a friend can help you see yourself and change yourself.

A story from Uncuffed producer Haena Worthing at the California Institution for Women about a shift in her perception of what makes something "pretty."

An Uncuffed story from the California Institution for Women about leaving this world and coming back. 

A story from Uncuffed and the California Institution for Women about a mother in prison and a daughter who wishes for her to come home.

How a book given to an Uncuffed producer surprised her.

When she was young, Uncuffed producer Keyna Osorio loved her cousins Bud and Rock. But then, when she was told that Rock's brother snitched on her brother, her idea of loyalty cost her two very meaningful relationships — relationships she could never get back again.

A woman who is now incarcerated recalls how she rebelled against the men in her life, but that landed her in the streets.

Uncuffed producer Daphnye Luster remembers her experience in an outdoor program meant to be an alternative to juvenile prison.

A new documentary explores how hedge funds are destroying local newspapers. Today, we hear how journalists are fighting back. Then, the life of Afghan refugees. And, after she was arrested, a young girl in Oakland chose a program in the desert, instead of going to jail. It's a new Uncuffed story from the California Institution for women.

A new story from Uncuffed San Quentin producer Anthony Gomez about two fathers who made the choice to have kids, while they're in prison. 

Today, we'll hear how to transition your home off polluting appliances. Then, a new Uncuffed story about fathering from prison. And, readings all about Bay Area nature. 

Today a new story from Uncuffed that comes to us from the California Institution for Women (or CIW) in Chino California. Ever since she was a kid, Bellows loved playing basketball. Not only was she good at it, but being on the court helped her escape the challenges at home. She thought it would be a part of her life forever, but something happened on her team that changed everything. 

Today, in a new story from Uncuffed we hear how one woman's passion changed her life … but not as she was expecting. Then, a dance show gives the Bay Area a taste of Irish culture. Plus, we hear readings from Bay Area authors in a collection from our pocket sized book tour, New Arrivals.

A new story from Uncuffed and the California Institution for Women about a phone call that changed everything a granddaughter thought she knew about her grandfather.

One phone call changed everything a granddaughter thought she knew about her grandfather in a new story from Uncuffed. Then, a glimpse into the day to day of a Muni mechanic. And, a poet gives us a true reflection of our times.

A new story from Uncuffed and the California Institution for Women about how we don't always appreciate unconditional love when we have it. And how that can lead us to think we can do no wrong.

By Patricia Bellows, a new story from Uncuffed about breaking away from a sheltered life at home and learning the hard way that some discipline can work.

Today, it's the season finale of Uncuffed. Last summer Greg Eskridge walked out of the San Quentin gates a free man and all season Uncuffed has been following his journey.

Another quick rant episode for your ears! This week on Uncuffed, I share some thoughts on stuff that is grinding my gears, such as dramatic moments when it is not needed at calls and some more stories for y'all!Produced by Master Your MedicsSend us a text

Getting out of prison is often called 'going home.' But when people have been away from it for so long, the idea of home can be complicated. In this episode host Greg Eskridge shares three stories from Uncuffed producers about finding home in unexpected places.

Uncuffed producer Matt Sheppard is also a comedian. He shares some jokes from a memorable stand-up performance at the prison. 

Uncuffed producer André Davis recognizes himself in Plato's allegory of the cave.

Decades after a traumatic childhood - the host of Uncuffed finally gets to ask his mother a question. Then, we'll hear from women in prison on cargiving from the inside. 

Uncuffed Producer Jeremy Strain reads a poem about vulnerability and breaking the mask of masculinity. Check out more from Uncuffed here!

In 2022, one of the producers from Uncuffed's original San Quentin cohort, Edmond Richardson, married the love of his life, Avelina. Today, all six of the members of that first cohort have been released from prison. Edmond came home late last year, and so much has happened since that episode of the podcast aired three years ago. And you'll want to stick around until the end to hear a very special update from Edmond and Avelina.Uncuffed will be back with brand new episodes on June 19. You can catch up on anything you've missed here! 

Uncuffed's Greg Eskridge will discuss his work on the inside and outside. On July 23, 2024, he was released from San Quentin after serving 30 years and 25 days.

It's a new episode of Uncuffed, and today is all about FOOD! First, we get a seat at the table when our host goes to their first thanksgiving dinner in over 3 decades. Then, the producers inside San Quentin get creative in their makeshift kitchens. And you can hear more from Uncuffed here!

Uncuffed is KALW's podcast that empowers people in prison to tell their own stories. But today's episode is special because it's the first EVER cohort of students from a women's prison. And you can hear more episodes of Uncuffed here!

This week marks 33 years since four police officers were acquitted in the brutal beating of Rodney King in Los Angeles. That verdict exploded into days of rioting and unrest across the city. It also ignited a national conversation about police brutality, as well as race and inequality in the criminal justice system. This week we're featuring an episode from Uncuffed, a podcast made by incarcerated people in California prisons in collaboration with KALW. We hear from Uncuffed's host Greg Eskridge and others who've been incarcerated about how the riots had a lasting impact on their lives.  Greg Eskridge's story mentions abuse and violence, so please take care when listening.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we hear from Uncuffed producer Anthony Ivy. He started working with Uncuffed inside Solano State Prison. Now he has a job on the outside with "The Uncuffed Playlist."Check out more Uncuffed episodes here!

Have you ever lied to someone because you thought the truth would be too painful for them to hear? Today, it's a new episode of Uncuffed - the podcast that empowers people in prison to tell their own stories. In this episode the team talks how being honest with your family while you're still in prison can be both difficult, and rewarding.Uncuffed: Season 4, Ep. 5 - The Truth

Today, we hear from Greg Eskridge, Uncuffed's first Leadership Fellow and the host of the show. And Greg is joined by Kelly McEvers, the Storytelling Lead Teacher for Uncuffed's expansion into the California Institution for Women.

It's our Spring Membership Drive! Today we hear a story about local food production. And, we're joined by members of the Uncuffed team to talk about a very special new episode.

In honor of the changing season, we're bringing you some fresh music. It's a special new episode of ‘My Mixtape' and in it we hear from musician Lee Jaspar at San Quentin, who wrote a love song for the spring season. Then he met the love of his life… and the song fit perfectly. 

Oakland's mayoral special election has gotten gritty. Today, we hear how in a conversation with The Oaklandside reporter Eli Wolfe. Then, a cartoonist tells the story about a middle-school kid fasting during Ramadan. And, a song for Spring, and soulmates in a new My Mixed Tape from Uncuffed.

Today we're bringing you an episode of Uncuffed from last season that really resonated with our Newsroom staff. It's about a lesser known, but important aspect of life in prison: grieving.Most people in prison know that when you get an unexpected call to the counselor's office… it probably doesn't mean anything good. Often you're told that a loved one, on the outside, has died. And once you've gotten that terrible news — there are lots of unspoken barriers that make it difficult to mourn. In this episode, Uncuffed producers at San Quentin share stories of loss — and all of the stigmas and complications that get in the way of grieving.Uncuffed: Grieving, Interrupted

In this episode of The Fair Chase podcast, we're stoked to sit down with Jared Scheffler, the mastermind behind Whitetail Adrenaline. For 18 years, Jared's been creating raw, sponsor-free, DVD-style hunting films that capture real hunts. Big wins, big fails, and everything in between. From his all-public-land roots to the latest “Uncuffed” season (with a bit of door-knocking permission hunts), Jared's all about keeping it accessible and wild for the everyday hunter.   We dive into his unique, ground-and-pound hunting style (aggressive moves, instinct-driven chaos, and flinging arrows like a Middle Eastern warrior). Jared breaks down how he went from scraping by on buttered noodles to building a one-of-a-kind brand, plus why even the “tease-fests” make for great content.   We also cover:  - How syncing your instincts can (sometimes) bag big bucks  - The grind of producing unfiltered, high-octane hunting films  - Why Jared shoots an 80+ pound bow in a way no coach would ever teach  - The hustle it took to turn a passion into a living     Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/thefairchase/ https://www.facebook.com/fairchaseofficial/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/thefairchase/ https://x.com/TheFairChase1    SAVE 30% on TUO Gear! Promo code: TFC30 https://bit.ly/40yj1gL

I wanted to hop on the mic this week and rattle off some thoughts I had on career burnout I dealt with in 2024, the direction of my podcast, Benadryl with nausea and complaints I have about Narcan. Feel free to comment topics or interviews you would love to see me cover!Produced by Master Your Medicshttps://www.masteryourmedics.com/Send us a text

In prison, a name can mean way more than just how you introduce yourself. And changing or getting rid of a name, can be the beginning of an important transformation.Today, Uncuffed producers introduce themselves on their own terms.Season 4, Ep. 4 - Allow Me To Reintroduce Myself

From the LA riots, to the Crime Bill - The 90s changed everything for people in California Prisons. Today, we're going back to the 90s - and the Uncuffed producers ask, has anything changed?Honest conversations that are overdue - it's a new episode of Uncuffed.Season 4, Ep. 3 - Where Were You In '92?

This season, the UnCuffed podcast is doing something new. Greg Eskridge, one of the program's founding producers inside San Quentin prison, was released over the summer, after more than 30 years of incarceration. And now, he is our host. Over roughly ten episodes, he'll be telling a deeply personal, riveting story about re-entering society after decades away. It's a story that's rarely if ever told about re-entry – the good, the bad, and everything in between: getting robbed at the mandatory transitional living center within weeks of his release, making amends with family members, revisiting the scene of his crime, and documenting, in real time, as he trains to join the leadership team of the Uncuffed program, which runs classes in three California prisons. [As Kelly put it to me, "he's going to be the boss!"] This ambitious season of the podcast will continue to feature stories of incarcerated producers – including, for the first time ever, incarcerated women. And now, with Greg on the mic, the stories from the inside will connect with the stories from the outside, addressing themes of family, food, and friendship – and tackling newsy subjects like mass incarceration in the so-called model state of California at a time when voters have opted to get tougher on crime.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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