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A storytelling project made by people behind prison walls. Hear us on KALW and in podcast players.
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23/01/2024

On today's My Mixtape, b.f. thames explains how "Take Me to Church" by Hozier transformed the meaning of love and religion in his life. Listen now in any podcast player.

18/01/2024

Prison conditions make it difficult to grieve inside. How do you process loss when you’re alone, when crying isn’t ok, and asking for help can be dangerous? On "Grieving, Interrupted" our producers discuss all that and more. Find our latest episode wherever you get your podcasts.

16/01/2024

🎙EPISODE 5 OUT NOW!🎙

Most people in prison know that when you get an unexpected call to the counselor’s office it doesn’t mean anything good. Often you’re told that a loved one has died. And once you’ve gotten that terrible news, there are so many unspoken barriers that make it difficult to mourn.

On this episode of Uncuffed, the producers at San Quentin share stories of loss - all of the stigmas and complications that get in the way of grieving.

https://www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed/2024-01-16/grieving-interrupted

13/01/2024

We're back, and we're kicking off 2024 with a new episode from the San Quentin producers. When CJ's older brother was killed he was heartbroken - but didn't feel safe mourning the loss behind bars. Then he arrived at San Quentin, and found the only other person who could understand exactly what he was going through. "Grieving, Interrupted" drops on the feed this Tuesday.

08/01/2024

We're hiring! We’re looking for two part-time roles: Uncuffed Lead Teacher and a co-teacher, who will lead the creation of a new radio and podcasting training program at the California Institution for Women in the Greater Los Angeles Area.

Apply by January 15th!

https://www.kalw.org/jobs/uncuffed-ciw-lead-teacher-2024
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20/12/2023

This week on MyMixtape, Greg Eskridge reveals why Donny Hathaway's 'This Christmas' holds a special place in his heart, even after decades behind bars. Plus, Uncuffed producers from both Solano and San Quentin send you some messages of hope and joyfor the holidays and the new year. Find us wherever you get your podcasts!

19/12/2023

🐾 Have you heard our most recent episode? 🐾 It's paws-itively fascinating! Uncuffed producers talk about Solano's unique dog training program, where furry friends behind bars bring healing and companionship. You can find this episode at the link below.

https://www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed/2023-12-12/who-let-the-dogs-in-dog-training-in-prison

18/12/2023

We are thrilled to share that Uncuffed was featured in The Guardian! Thanks very much to Sam Levin who came and spent some time with Uncuffed producers in San Quentin at our graduation ceremony and podcast launch celebration earlier this fall. You can read the article below, and as a bonus - here are a few pictures from that very special night.

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/dec/17/incarcerated-journalists-san-quentin-podcasts

12/12/2023

🎙EPISODE 4 OUT NOW! 🎙

Walk to a corner of the Solano Prison yard, and you'll find something surprising: dog crates, dog toys, and incarcerated men working with dogs to train them for some very important work - like working as diabetic alert dogs, or as part of a first response K-9 team.

Uncuffed producer Bryan Mazza is part of the Paws on a Mission program that brings the dogs into Solano. In this episode, he follows the journey of a fellow program participant through the program, and talks with the rest of the Uncuffed team about what this kind of opportunity means for incarcerated people.

https://www.weareuncuffed.org/listen

08/12/2023

We won!!! Thanks so much to SPJ NorCal for the award recognizing our Uncuffed episodes about the COVID-19 pandemic, fatherhood, and Norway’s unique prison system. You can find all those episodes in Season 2!

06/12/2023

Today on My Mixtape, Jay Evans talks about how he has managed 29 consecutive years in prison with the help of one song - “Stomp “by The Johnson Brothers. 🚀This song is the first thing he listens to every morning; it reminds him that the goal is "to always take it to the top”. You can listen now in any podcast player. 🎧 #

29/11/2023

Psst! Hey friends! We've recorded a special conversation for your .

Tune in to KALW tonight at 7pm for an all-star panel of formerly incarcerated leaders, sharing their own stories and talking about why bringing Uncuffed to women is so critical.

Betty McKay hosts this powerful conversation with Earlonne Woods (Ear Hustle), Piper Kerman (Orange is the New Black), Thanh Tran (Uncuffed), and Aminah Elster (Unapologetically HERS).

And while you're listening, maybe you'd consider chipping in to make sure we can bring Uncuffed to CIW? Thank YOU!

https://www.weareuncuffed.org/donate

https://www.weareuncuffed.org/donate

29/11/2023

🎧 Brace yourselves! The next Uncuffed episode is HERE! When Jessie Milo went to prison, art became not only his sanctuary, but a lifeline he could use to connect to his dad. 🎨 On Episode 3, learn more about how Jessie and our producers talk about the lessons the lessons - both the good and bad - passed down from their families.

https://www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed/2023-11-28/art-saved-my-life

27/11/2023

is coming right up, and we're inviting you to join us for a very exciting expansion: bringing Uncuffed to women, trans, and non-binary people in California prisons!

We're raising $50,000 to invest in equipment and professional training for the people at California Institute for Women (CIW). The best part? Your donation gets matched, DOUBLING the impact! Let's break down barriers and empower voices. Click the link below to be part of this incredible journey. Thank YOU for making this possible!

https://www.weareuncuffed.org/donate

17/11/2023

Uncuffed is part of a national panel today on how we can support formerly incarcerated people with work in the media industry. On zoom at 11am PT/2pm ET!

Sign up at:
https://bit.ly/3QIPQDv

Unlocking Creativity is an Alliance Community of Practice supporting collaborations between arts and culture organizations and media artists from across the country working with currently and formerly incarcerated individuals and justice-impacted youth. Come hear from some of the founding members of this community, see and hear the extraordinary work being done, and participate in a conversation about the challenges we face, the gaps that need closing, and what the future holds if Apprenticeship is to truly serve returning citizens. Panelists including RE:IMAGINE, KALW’s Uncuffed, and award-winning independent filmmakers.

Panelists:
Stacey L’Air - COO Hip Hop Education Center
Molly Kelly - Partnerships Manager, The Last Mile
Adamu Chan - filmmaker, writer, Stanford Fellow
Eli Wirtschafter - Program Director, Uncuffed
Emily Kuester - Director of Workforce Development, RE:IMAGINE

15/11/2023

🎙 On this week’s My Mixtape, Anthony shares why Collin Raye's soulful melody 'Love, Me' is a testament to the enduring power of love. For him, this song represents the resilience and triumph of his marriage, as he and his wife continue to defy the odds together. Listen now in any podcast player. 🎶💖

10/11/2023

When we lose someone we love, we can feel lost, and like we have no control. But when you lose someone while you're behind bars? That takes it to a whole new level.

If you haven't listened to our newest episode, Hole in the Heart, find it now in any podcast player.

08/11/2023

🚀EPISODE 2 OUT NOW🚀

One day on the yard at Solano State Prison, Rodney Hines told Uncuffed producer Anthony Ivy about how his relationship with a childhood crush turned into a tragic love affair.

On this season’s first episode from Solano State Prison, a powerful story, and a deep conversation about love and loss. Listen now in any podcast player.

06/11/2023

The Uncuffed DJ playlist is BACK with a 2nd season up on Spotify now! Tune in to hear from DJs at Solano as they talk love, fatherhood, overcoming anger and more - all while sharing some amazing music.

Find all the episodes at bit.ly/uncuffed_playlist

PS- check out our new logo by Ajuan Mance, we hope you love it as much as we do!

06/11/2023

Coming this Tuesday....Do you remember the moment you saw your first love? Rodney Hines sure does. He was 13 years old, and it was the 4th of July when he met Shani Browning. For the next two decades, their lives took dramatic turns. But even prison time — for both of them — couldn’t keep them apart.

Don't miss this upcoming episode of Uncuffed where we'll hear Rodney's story and our producers will weigh in with their own stories of love and loss.

31/10/2023

Our next episode drop is here! As part of this season of Uncuffed, each of our producers contributed a 'My Mixtape,' where they talk about a song that's important to them and why.

Up first we've got Juan Haines, talking about the song Dear Mama by Tupac Shakur. Despite the fact that this song was playing when he was arrested, it still reminds him of someone very dear to him who is no longer around.

You can listen now in any podcast player.

26/10/2023

"This is deeper than playing pickleball."

On this episode of Uncuffed, producers talk about how one very unusual day at San Quentin set the stage for big changes inside the prison. What needs to change about prison, and how do those changes happen? Our producers have ideas.

Listen to the new episode via the link below, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

24/10/2023

🚨🎧 BREAKING NEWS! Season 3 of Uncuffed is HERE! 🙌🎉

Earlier this year, Governor Gavin Newsom announced an ambitious goal to transform San Quentin State Prison into the San Quentin Rehabilitation Center. There's a multimillion dollar plan to build a new facility focused on rehabilitation and job training. And with it comes promises of a culture shift, like better relationships between staff and residents.

The hope is for this to be a first step towards a bigger change throughout the prison system in California. We're kicking off this season of Uncuffed with a story about one unlikely step toward this change - and it involves nets, sweatbands, and paddles.
Can pickleball change prison culture? Our producers weigh in on this episode of Uncuffed - listen in any podcast player or at the link below!

https://www.weareuncuffed.org/.../pickleball-can-a-game...

20/10/2023

Can we get a little commotion for our Season 3 producers?!?

First episode drops on Tuesday - but you can get a taste right now by listening to our trailer.

https://www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed/2023-10-18/season-3-uncuffed-is-back

Producers from top left to bottom right:

Bryan Mazza
Ryan Pagan
Brian Asey
Juan Haines
Anthony Caravalho
bf thames
Timothy Hicks
Jay Evans
Steve Brooks
Anthony Ivy
Greg Eskridge
Luis Gomez

18/10/2023

📣 TRAILER DROP!! 📣

Uncuffed is back and we've got nine amazing producers in the driver's seat, guiding you through the world and life of the men at Solano and San Quentin Prisons.

In Uncuffed Season 3, we’re tracking how people inside California’s prisons are experiencing recent shifts towards rehabilitation in the system. And as always, we’re bringing you into the lives of people inside.

We'll check out a dog training program led by the incarcerated. We'll celebrate the journey of a producer who made it home, and a former lifer giving back to the men he could have left behind. Love, loss, and sports – we've got it all!

Subscribe at www.weareuncuffed.org or find Uncuffed in any podcast player to make sure you don't miss the first episode on Tuesday October 24th.

04/10/2023

We have some very exciting news…

Our music program is LIVE on Spotify!

https://bit.ly/uncuffed_playlist

The Uncuffed Playlist is California’s first music radio program created by incarcerated DJs and played on the public airwaves.

Until now, we've only been able to share shows online for a week at a time. Now, the entire first season of the Uncuffed Playlist is available for listening on Spotify.

Listen here!
https://bit.ly/uncuffed_playlist

The first cohort of the Uncuffed Playlist is live today, including DJ Force, DJ Stick Talk, Rambo on the Radio, DJ Fifty, DJ Mo Rich, Daniel, JC ChaseABag, DJ Lon ThaDon, DJ TWISM, DJ Wicho and DJ Jay-Cologist.

The second class of DJs will drop on Spotify soon.

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28/09/2023

Walk out on the San Quentin yard and you might find yourself watching a basketball game with some of the Golden State Warriors, or dodging runners trying to complete a marathon - you might even catch a game of pickleball.

The job of the sports editor at the San Quentin Newspaper is to document it all - and that man is Tim Hicks. Uncuffed producer Ryan Pagan interviewed San Quentin Tim on what it is like to report court-side.

https://www.kalw.org/personal-stories/2023-09-27/meet-the-san-quentin-sports-editor-who-covers-everything-from-soccer-to-prison-pickleball

24/09/2023

Tonight on the Uncuffed Playlist - the one, the only, Vern with the Burn! Listen as he shares a precious memory of the day his daughter was born, and then stick around for a Summer MashUp, a look back on some favorite moments from this summer's Uncuffed Playlist. Live on KALW at midnight, then streaming allll week long!

https://www.kalw.org/uncuffedplaylistshow

22/09/2023

Some of the Uncuffed team at Pollen Initiative and San Quentin News Inside Scoop gala last night...plus an old friend. What a beautiful night celebrating all the incredible work of incarcerated media makers!

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On today's My Mixtape, b.f. thames explains how "Take Me to Church" by Hozier transformed the meaning of love and religion in his life. Listen now in any podcast player.

🐾 Have you heard our most recent episode? 🐾 It's paws-itively fascinating! Uncuffed producers talk about Solano's unique dog training program, where furry friends behind bars bring healing and companionship. You can find this episode at the link below. #DogTraining #HealingBehindBars #MustListen https://www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed/2023-12-12/who-let-the-dogs-in-dog-training-in-prison

#GivingTuesday is coming right up, and we're inviting you to join us for a very exciting expansion: bringing Uncuffed to women, trans, and non-binary people in California prisons! We're raising $50,000 to invest in equipment and professional training for the people at California Institute for Women (CIW). The best part? Your donation gets matched, DOUBLING the impact! Let's break down barriers and empower voices. Click the link below to be part of this incredible journey. Thank YOU for making this possible! https://www.weareuncuffed.org/donate

When we lose someone we love, we can feel lost, and like we have no control. But when you lose someone while you're behind bars? That takes it to a whole new level. If you haven't listened to our newest episode, Hole in the Heart, find it now in any podcast player.

Can a game change prison culture?

"This is deeper than playing pickleball." On this episode of Uncuffed, producers talk about how one very unusual day at San Quentin set the stage for big changes inside the prison. What needs to change about prison, and how do those changes happen? Our producers have ideas. Listen to the new episode via the link below, or anywhere you get your podcasts.

📣 TRAILER DROP!! 📣 Uncuffed is back and we've got nine amazing producers in the driver's seat, guiding you through the world and life of the men at Solano and San Quentin Prisons. In Uncuffed Season 3, we’re tracking how people inside California’s prisons are experiencing recent shifts towards rehabilitation in the system. And as always, we’re bringing you into the lives of people inside. We'll check out a dog training program led by the incarcerated. We'll celebrate the journey of a producer who made it home, and a former lifer giving back to the men he could have left behind. Love, loss, and sports – we've got it all! Subscribe to Uncuffed in any podcast player to make sure you don't miss the first episode on Tuesday October 24th. #UncuffedPodcast @KALW

📣 TRAILER DROP!! 📣 Uncuffed is back and we've got nine amazing producers in the driver's seat, guiding you through the world and life of the men at Solano and San Quentin Prisons. In Uncuffed Season 3, we’re tracking how people inside California’s prisons are experiencing recent shifts towards rehabilitation in the system. And as always, we’re bringing you into the lives of people inside. We'll check out a dog training program led by the incarcerated. We'll celebrate the journey of a producer who made it home, and a former lifer giving back to the men he could have left behind. Love, loss, and sports – we've got it all! Subscribe at www.weareuncuffed.org or find Uncuffed in any podcast player to make sure you don't miss the first episode on Tuesday October 24th. #UncuffedPodcast @kalwradio

DJ Ikey on the Beat and DJ G da P on on the mic!! Don't miss your chance to catch their Uncuffed Playlist episode! You'll hear about their different journeys on their paths to overcoming anger and embarking on self reflection. And as always, you can listen live on the radio or by streaming at midnight on Friday and Saturday - next episode drops MIDNIGHT TONIGHT! https://www.kalw.org/uncuffedplaylistshow

Lon the Don Audiogram.mp4

You've still got time to catch the latest episode of The Uncuffed Playlist! DJ Lon the Don is on the mic sharing music that reminds him of his family, and paying tribute to his beloved sister. www.kalw.org/uncuffedplaylistshow

Nathan DJ Fifty Audiogram.mp4

DJ Fifty's set is streaming all week long! In this week's episode, you'll hear stories about what it means to be a father, and how DJ Fifty is maintaining a relationship with his son while behind bars. www.kalw.org/uncuffedplaylistshow

Jerry DJ TWISM Audiogram.mp4

Tonight at midnight! A new episode of the Uncuffed Playlist on @kalwradio 91.7fm. Tune in for a set from DJ TWISM, who's dedicating his set to Gonzalo and Robert - two brothers he lost to gang violence.

Jairo JC ChaseABag Audiogram.mp4

DJ JC ChaseABag is on the mic this week, playing some songs for you, and meditating on love in all its different forms. Make sure to stream before Friday when the next episode drops! https://www.kalw.org/uncuffedplaylistshow

Deandre DJ Mo Rich Audiogram.mp4

Streaming this week on the Uncuffed Playlist - DJ Mo Rich is on the mic, sharing some favorite music and insights on how creating his own music helped him cope with the death of his brother. Listen at link below! https://www.kalw.org/uncuffedplaylistshow

Luis DJ Wicho Audiogram.mp4

Today's your last chance to catch DJ Wicho's show! Head to the link below to hear his episode where he'll share memories about family both near and far. Don't miss it! https://www.kalw.org/uncuffed-playlist

Mazza Rambo on the Radio Audiogram.mp4

The latest from the Uncuffed Playlist is now streaming! Tune into our newest episode to hear Rambo on the Radio give you a dose of heavy metal and some great storytelling. https://www.kalw.org/uncuffed-playlist

Ivy DJ Stick Talk Audiogram.mp4

You've still got time to catch the latest episode of The Uncuffed Playlist! DJ Stick Talk will be on the mic tonight at midnight sharing music and talking about how he stays motivated while doing time. Check it out at 91.7fm or at the Uncuffed Playlist link in our bio!

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