Cheryl Womack returns to share one of the most harrowing days of her life—her self-surrender to a women’s federal prison camp. 

In this gripping episode, she walks Katrina through the raw emotions of leaving her family behind, the administrative chaos at check-in, and the unexpected moments of kindness and confusion during intake. From the teary goodbye in the car to the dreaded "walk of shame" in a white jumpsuit, Cheryl unpacks the reality versus the myths of that first day behind the gate. 

She offers practical advice on what to bring, what to send ahead, how to handle your medications, and what really happens during medical evaluations and counselor screenings. A must-listen for anyone preparing for prison—or anyone curious about what that moment of transition is truly like.

In this episode, Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack discuss the complexities of managing life and assets before and during incarceration. They break down the critical moves you must make before surrendering—like selling off assets, choosing who (if anyone) you can really trust, and understanding the brutal legal and financial fallout that comes with a conviction. Cheryl shares her no-holds-barred personal experiences, revealing the tough lessons she learned the hard way about protecting yourself when everything is on the line.

Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack dive deep into the chaos, confusion, and hard truths of navigating the criminal justice system. From media spin to the pressure cooker of plea deals, they unpack how women are often forced to make life-altering decisions under extreme stress. Cheryl gets raw and real about her own journey—how she prepped for prison, handled her finances, and found strength through building a solid support system. 

In this podcast episode, Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack share their personal and professional journey, detailing the rise and fall of Cheryl's entrepreneurial success, leading to her unexpected incarceration in a federal women's prison camp. 

They discuss the importance of trust in business, the consequences of financial mismanagement, and the lessons learned from a harrowing experience that could happen to anyone. The conversation emphasizes resilience and the need for vigilance in business dealings, especially when it comes to financial oversight.

Hosted by Katrina McLarin, with co-host and author V. Cheryl Womack: Camp Confidential dives deep into Cheryl’s powerful, firsthand account of surviving a women’s federal prison camp.

Based on her eye-opening book How to Go to Camp, this season is a raw, real, and necessary guide for any woman facing incarceration — and for anyone who wants to understand what really goes on behind the gates.

From intake to release, Cheryl shares the truth no one talks about — the rules, the culture, the mental prep, and the unexpected lessons inside. Whether you’re seeking guidance, insight, or just a deeper look into the federal prison system, you’re in the right place.