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Stories Behind the Walls is a bold, faith-rooted podcast dedicated to exposing the untold stories of injustice, incarceration, redemption, and resilience. Hosted by Annabell Rivera, this platform goes beyond headlines and statistics to reveal the human realities behind prison walls, broken systems, generational trauma, and the fight for justice.

Each episode confronts hard truths about mass incarceration, racial injustice, wrongful convictions, suspicious deaths, reentry struggles, and systemic failures—while also amplifying voices of hope, transformation, and God’s redeeming power. This is not a surface-level conversation. This is where truth meets faith, and where silence is broken.

With a heart for the marginalized, the forgotten, and the misjudged, Stories Behind the Walls challenges listeners to see people, not labels. To seek justice, not comfort. To choose compassion over complacency.

If you believe in accountability, redemption, and the power of truth—this podcast is for you.

Because every wall has a story.
 And every story deserves to be heard.

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In this powerful episode, we dive deep into one of the most urgent and controversial issues facing America today — immigration. With border numbers rising and political tension at an all-time high, we ask the hard questions many are afraid to confront. Are deportations helping or harming our communities? What really happens to the children when their parents are removed? Are today’s detention facilities any better than the camps we condemn in history books? And is closing the border a solution or just another political talking point?

Join us as we break down the human cost of our current system, the moral dilemmas behind enforcement, and the realities families face when hope drives them across dangerous borders. This is more than policy — it’s people, families, and futures.

Tune in for a raw, honest conversation that challenges assumptions, sheds light on the truth, and asks: Is America actually fixing the problem, or just shifting the pain?

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Now, let me say this — this episode might make you uncomfortable, and that’s okay. Growth doesn’t come from comfort, it comes from awareness. And the truth about mass incarceration is one this country has avoided for far too long.

We’re talking about a system that doesn’t just punish — it profits. A machine that feeds off of poverty, race, and ignorance of the law. But here’s the thing: when you don’t understand how the system works, you become a part of the statistic.

In this episode, we’re going to peel back the layers — the history, the policy, the hidden motives — and most importantly, how you can protect yourself and the people you love from becoming another name in the system.

This is not entertainment. This is education — and it’s survival.
 So grab your book, grab your notebook, and get ready — because today, we’re telling the truth about Mass Incarceration: how it started, who it targets, and what you can do to fight back.

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Learning How to Protect Yourself in Law

Your Justice, Your Voice: Reform, Rights & Pro Se Made Simple

America calls itself the “land of the free.” But the truth is, freedom has never been shared equally. From mass incarceration to racial disparities, the justice system has been designed to protect some while punishing others. If you’ve ever felt silenced, overlooked, or trapped inside a system built against you, this book is for you.

Your Justice, Your Voice breaks down criminal justice, prison reform, and legal rights in plain English. No confusing legal jargon. No gatekeeping. Just straight talk about how the system really works—and how you can protect and defend yourself, even if you’re fighting your case pro se (representing yourself).

Inside this book, you’ll discover:
✅ The truth about systemic injustice and why America runs on two systems of law: one for the rich and powerful, another for the poor and marginalized.
✅ How to understand your rights and use them to protect yourself.
✅ Step-by-step guidance on filing motions, objections, appeals, and more.
✅ The role of coalitions and reform movements fighting bail reform, probation reform, and mass incarceration.
✅ How to spot judicial bias, conflict of interest, and misconduct—and what to do about it.
✅ Practical strategies for stress management, self-care, and mental health while navigating the system.

This book is more than legal guidance—it’s a survival guide, a reform playbook, and a voice for the voiceless. Whether you’re incarcerated, supporting a loved one inside, or advocating for justice reform, Your Justice, Your Voice gives you the knowledge, tools, and hope to fight back.

Because when you understand the law, you don’t just survive the system—you begin to change it.

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In this episode, we pull back the curtain on Delaware’s prison system—the smallest state in America with some of the biggest contradictions behind its prison walls. How can each facility have different rules while being overseen by the same Commissioner? Why are incentives like contact visits and rehabilitation programs given in one facility but denied in another? And what does it say about “rehabilitation” when inmates are punished for their charges long after sentencing, even when they’ve worked hard to stay disciplinary-free?

We break down the pods—uncovering how privilege and opportunity are unequally distributed, and how this inconsistency fuels frustration instead of reform. From the misuse of budgets to unfair treatment of inmates, we reveal the truth legislators, the DOJ, and even the FBI can no longer ignore.

This episode is more than exposing problems—it’s about presenting solutions. With a 14-point prison reform plan designed to cut costs, improve conditions, and promote true rehabilitation, we’re calling on leadership to act now. Because fairness, accountability, and change are no longer requests—they’re requirements.

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In this powerful episode of Stories Behind the Walls, we expose the truth the Department of Correction doesn’t want the public to hear.

A mother shares the heartbreaking story of her son, a young man with severe mental health struggles, locked away in solitary confinement—a modern-day torture chamber. When she begged for help, she was told: “There is nothing anyone at the DOC or outside the DOC can do to tell us what to do.”

These are paid public officials, funded by your tax dollars, yet they refuse to answer to the very people they serve. Men inside cry out for rehabilitation and real reform—only to be silenced, sabotaged, and punished. Legislators respond with scripted words but no action. Meanwhile, families are left suffering in silence.

With elections approaching in 2026, the question becomes clear: why would we re-elect leaders who ignored these cries for help?

This episode calls for accountability, humility, and true leadership. We share why silence is no longer an option, how fear and retaliation keep corruption alive, and why now is the time to demand reform.

We also invite you to our free Advocacy 101 Webinar, where we’ll outline a true reform plan, discuss constitutional rights, Section 1983 lawsuits, and how to hold leaders accountable when they refuse to listen.

Tune in, share this episode, and join the movement. Because these silenced voices matter—and together, we can make them heard.

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 In this episode, we uncover the story behind Delaware’s Senate Bill 10 and the controversial Bellwether case—two pivotal issues shaping the state’s criminal justice landscape. How SB10, is designed to give thousands a second chance through, being kept quiet? And what is the Bellwether case, and why has it drawn so little public attention despite its far-reaching implications? We dig into the silence, the politics, and the impact on fairness, rehabilitation, and accountability in Delaware’s justice system. 

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In this powerful episode of Stories Behind the Walls, we expose the harsh realities of life inside Delaware’s prisons — from black mold-infested showers and leaking ceilings to flooding, rodent infestations, and extreme heat with little to no relief. Multiple inmates are now refusing to stay silent, bravely speaking out against these inhumane conditions, despite facing retaliation for their courage.

We also dive into a shocking case where an inmate and his mother were accused of violating Policy 3.17 by making three-way calls — a rule that doesn’t even exist in the DOC’s publicly available policy. Officials attempted to enforce a federal Bureau of Prisons statement program, which is not legally binding for Delaware state inmates.

This episode uncovers the truth about broken policies, a system that punishes those who speak out, and the fight for accountability in a prison system that too often hides behind vague statements and bureaucratic silence.

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This podcast shines a light on the harsh and often hidden realities inside Delaware’s prison system. During June, July, and August, inmates endured severe heat-related issues while confined in overcrowded and poorly ventilated facilities. Families raised concerns, yet the Delaware Department of Correction continues to avoid accountability. Each episode uncovers the inhumane conditions faced by incarcerated men and women, shares the voices of loved ones fighting for justice, and calls for systemic change. This is not just about prison reform—it’s about human rights.

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In 2008, Laura Bowdoin was a vibrant woman preparing to leave a toxic marriage. She was caring for her young daughter, working full-time, and looking forward to starting over. But on the night of June 18th, she went to bed—and never woke up.

Her husband claimed she overdosed on Ambien and diet pills, but her family knew something was terribly wrong.

Laura had previously told her mother about strange things happening. Her tea appeared foamy and tampered with. She suspected her husband was drugging her. In fact, she had been so concerned, she mentioned waking up paralyzed—unable to speak or move—with her husband standing over her. She feared for her life. She feared for her daughter.

Just two nights before she died, she told her mother she would never let her husband take custody of their child. She feared he was a danger.

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