Notes From The Pen

The Cpt asks Bobby a few tough 'viewer' questions, which leads to a discussion about crime and punishment. Life behind bars is full of isolation and lost connections with the outside world making New Year’s Day the least favorite holiday among inmates, which moody Bobby reminds us of. It’s also hard to remain positive when you’re constantly surrounded by negatively, failure, and hopelessness day after day and year after year. You can sense the frustration in this episode. On a lighter note Bobby also makes fun of himself by comparing his phone call to a hackie Morning Radio! For those who may be interested with the in-depth article Bobby wrote about prison reform here's the link: 

https://www.notesfromthepen.com/new-blog-2/2019/9/9/the-reformation-of-american-incarceration-an-inmates-perspective

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The smartest guy in Parnall prison provides some insight on the conversation battle between Doc Holiday & Johnny Ringo. We also learn that the prison industrial complex is aware of Bobby's participation in these podcasts...which confirms just how important our voices are & how the support of our 'viewers' is more valuable than ever. The guys also answer more questions and speak about the role meditation plays in mental health (check out the pieces he wrote on our website). #PrisonReform  

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We hear from Bobby about his memorable prison Christmas dinner, the Cpt. shares view questions, we finally get to hear why the Cpt. goes by Freddie Schnertz, Bobby’s not shy about intellect, and the movie Tombstone makes an appearance. Don't miss the bonus clip at the end of this one.  

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A little bit of everything in this one...Bobby, GR Joe, and Jeremy discuss how inmates are dying from Covid, prison goodie bags, igloo sex, and we finally get to meet Neck - who is a walking index of old time prison stories! 

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Oh Boy...this one is full of stories including one where a young kid makes sure he's not taken advantage of. 

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Michigan Parole Board process and more view questions. 

How much time, and how long does a Michigan parole board meet with inmates during their entire sentence? You're going to be floored when you find out in this podcast. I knew the state incarceration system is messed up, I also knew that the state recidivism rate is high...so I was prepared for an absurd answer...but when I found out I was really upset and frustrated. It just confirms how much more work we need to do in order to begin to start fixing our failed system. Even if you don't know someone behind bars in our state, as a tax payer you should be furious. Since our state legislatures fail to address this serious issue, Bobby wrote what real prison reform would look like. It's detailed but gives not only and insight to what's wrong with the current system, but he also provides solutions. Link to this article - The Reformation Of American Incarceration - listed below. 

If you live in Michigan I urge you to reach out to your local state Rep and ask them how they are going to address this issue, and when. We can't do this alone. 

Bobby's Article: https://www.notesfromthepen.com/new-blog-2/2019/9/9/the-reformation-of-american-incarceration-an-inmates-perspective

Contacting Michigan State Reps: https://www.house.mi.gov/mhrpublic/frmFindARep.aspx

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If you could go back in time and have have a talk with your younger self...what would you say? In between prison phone calls Bobby realizes the need to leave his son, Cassius, a personal message.

If you know someone who suffers with depression or addiction please have them reach out to the Crisis hotline by calling 988.

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* Intro and Outro beats were created just for Notes From The Pen by PJ Trofibio and Jeff Quintero and used with permission.

If you could go back in time and have have a talk with your younger self...what would you say? In between prison phone calls Bobby records a personal message for his son, Cassius. 

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This episode travels backwards in time with Bobby steering the ship for a bit...turns out the Cpt had just ate a magic candy bar. 

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