Step inside the walls of one of America’s most notorious prisons through the firsthand experiences of Mario Sanchez. Mario opens up about the true stories of survival, resilience, and reform having endured years in California’s harshest solitary confinement unit. He gives chilling insight into the psychological and physical toll of life in the SHU (Security Housing Unit), the controversial gang validation process, and the hunger strikes that sparked a national conversation on prison reform. This episode shines a light on the hidden world of supermax prisons—and the people fighting for change, both inside and out.

Tune in for:

-Unfiltered stories of survival and endurance from Pelican Bay’s solitary units

-Being involved in one of the worst prison riots in U.S. history

-A deep dive into the history, policies, and future of solitary confinement in America

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Website: https://www.relentless-mindset.com/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/theemariosanchez/

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