Pieces from Prison

Broderick entered prison in 2008. He left prison in 2022. In this episode he discusses what life is like using new technology.

Today, Adrianna and Broderick discuss the role dehumanization plays in prison.

TW: This episode contains discussion of physical assault, sexual assault, rape, and suicide.

In this episode, Broderick talks all things prison tattoos. This includes how they're made, what designs are used, and how they are applied.

TW: This episode contains discussion of depression, anxiety, self harm, suicide, and death.

In this episode, Broderick discusses how prison affected his mental health and difficult situations he has experienced and seen. He also shares with us his journey toward healing and where he is today.

Have you ever wondered what a day was like in prison? Here we discuss a typical day in prison including working jobs, buying and selling goods, and ways to find enjoyment while incarcerated.

Here, Broderick shares his inspiring story of overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic in prison.

Ever wondered what dating after prison was like? In this episode we discuss life, dating, and how pen pals become wives.

We are BACK!

In this season, host, Adrianna, is joined by co-host, Broderick Hollins. Broderick is a Justice Fellow, Cook County Fellow, holds an associates degree, and much more. Before accomplishing these goals, he served 13 years in prison. Tune in to hear his story and adventures since his release from incarceration.

This episode features a man, James Dean Rosales, who is incarcerated for Murder, Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity, and Burglary of a Habitation. He gives us a timeline of his life before incarceration and how he has changed since.

In this episode, we talk about Larry Griffin who was executed in 1995. Griffin maintained his innocence until he was executed. About 10 years after he was put to death, his case was reviewed again, and investigators now believe he could have been innocent. 

Sources: 

https://missourideathrow.com/2008/12/state-of-missouri-v-larry-griffin/

https://murderpedia.org/male.G/g1/griffin-larry.htm

https://www.nytimes.com/2005/07/19/us/executed-man-may-be-cleared-in-new-inquiry.html