Pistol Pete aka "King of Rikers Island" interviews real life prisoners and celebs that have done hard time and shares his personal experiences along with his guests amazing stories of how they survived and persevered. This should inspire Americas youth to avoid the same trappings and mistakes and understand that nothing is worth doing the time. Take the hard road not the easy one. Prison is full of hardship and pain. Know that.
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Signup to Generate a PitchPistol Pete aka "King of Rikers Island" interviews real life prisoners and celebs that have done hard time and shares his personal experiences along with his guests amazing stories of how they survived and persevered. This should inspire Americas youth to avoid the same trappings and mistakes and understand that nothing is worth doing the time.
Recent episodes include "20 to Life: The Story of Author Lou Diamond" (26 October 2026, 30 minutes), "How Ruff Ryders Changed Hip-Hop Forever | Dee Dean" (7 September 2026, 43 minutes), and "9 Years Behind Bars to Kendrick Lamar’s GNX | Lefty Gunplay" (31 August 2026, 52 minutes).
Dog In The Yard publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 50 minutes.
Booking probability for Dog In The Yard is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Dog In The Yard requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Dog In The Yard's contact route on record: verified email.
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Episode #215
At just 18 years old, Luis Pichardo, better known as Author Lou Diamond, was sentenced to 20 years to life for murder. After experiencing juvenile detention and entering the prison system, Lou turned toward education...
Darrin “Dee” Dean is a co-founder of Ruff Ryders Entertainment, the legendary family-run company that helped shape an entire era of hip-hop. Alongside his siblings Joaquin “Waah” Dean and Chivon Dean, Dee helped build...
Lefty Gunplay's rise through West Coast hip-hop came after years of circumstances that could have permanently taken him in another direction. Raised in Baldwin Park, California, Lefty has spoken openly about entering...
Episode #206
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Episode #209
For more than two decades, Daniel “OP” Sullivan has been fighting to prove his innocence and obtain what he believes should be an independent review of a series of arrests and encounters involving members of the Yonkers...
Episode #208
Kimon "Pop" Walker's journey is a testament to the power of second chances and personal transformation. Raised in Brooklyn's Bed-Stuy neighborhood, Pop served more than five years in prison after convictions that...
Tanka "Tank" Asongna-Morfaw has spent nearly a decade helping shape one of America's fastest-growing industries. Originally from the Bronx, New York, Tank moved to Miami after earning a degree in Health Science from...
Episode #206
Anthony H. Baptiste, known as Tone, transformed one of life's greatest setbacks into a story of resilience and redemption. Born in Queens, New York, and raised between Far Rockaway and Suffolk County, Tone spent years...
Erico Montalvo's life took a dramatic turn in July 2015 while celebrating his 18th birthday in Providence, Rhode Island. According to Erico, he was robbed and assaulted that night. During the incident, while defending...
Episode #204
Pistol Po is a rapper from the East Side of Chicago whose journey is a story of accountability, resilience, and reinvention. Raised on 79th Street, Pistol Po's life changed after being convicted in a federal conspiracy...
Episode #203
Prince Dre is an artist from Chicago whose life changed after being accused in a high-profile firearms case that brought national attention and controversy. According to Prince Dre, he was accused of possessing eight...
Episode #202
Simon “Fresh” Busano Jr., known as LoMein Fresh, is proof that a person's past does not have to define their future. A Brooklyn native, fashion designer, and founder of LoMein Collection LLC, Fresh spent 10 years...
Episode #201
OG Sharieff spent 39 years incarcerated before finally returning home on August 16, 2025. Raised between Brooklyn’s Fort Greene Projects and Harlem’s 140th Street and Convent Avenue, OG Sharieff grew up during a...
Elliott Carterr is using journalism to expose the realities of the justice system from the inside out. Born and raised in Staten Island, Elliott previously served 36 months in state prison for a home invasion case an...
Episode #199
Kia has transformed her life into a mission rooted in advocacy, empowerment, and change. Born and raised in Brooklyn’s Bed-Stuy neighborhood, Kia became involved in the streets at a young age, leading to multiple...
Episode #198
Eric T. Bryant, known as Peso’s, knows what it means to lose years and fight to rebuild. Born in Brooklyn and raised between New York and Jersey City, Peso’s life changed in 2003 after facing an attempted murder charge...
Episode #197
DJ Hercules is a Puerto Rican DJ from the Polo Grounds Projects in Harlem whose life was shaped by loss, survival, and the power of music. After losing both parents and growing up in group homes throughout New York...
Kevin “Kareem” Brooks is a researcher and advocate who spent over 24 years incarcerated and now focuses on examining the long-term impact of prison on individuals and communities. While serving his sentence, Kareem...
Episode #195
David Ruiz, known as Trust Mula, is a Brooklyn native from the Marlboro Projects whose life reflects the consequences of early decisions and the power of transformation. Choosing the streets at just 13 years old, he...
Jahliek Tyson, known as “The Paperwork God,” is an entrepreneur, speaker, and creator who transformed 16 years of incarceration into a mission to educate and empower others. After early involvement in the streets and...
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