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Hosted by Humans of San Quentin · society · EN-US
The Prison Podcast gives voice to survivors of violent crimes and the individuals convicted of those crimes, uncovering powerful stories that are often excluded from public discourse. Hosted by Diane Kahn, Executive Director of Humans of San Quentin, the podcast focuses on the transformative process of Victim Offender Dialogue—a facilitated meeting in a prison setting where survivors of harm meet face-to-face with those responsible for it. This process allows both sides to share their experiences, ask and answer difficult questions, and explore the potential for understanding and healing. In each episode, we delve into the intimate, often challenging dynamics of these dialogues, offering an unfiltered look at the complexities of harm, accountability, and reconciliation. The conversations are raw and transformative, as participants navigate difficult emotions, confront their pasts, and ultimately experience profound personal and communal growth. Unlike t
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Booking probability
17%
Guest openness
Selective
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Signup to Generate a PitchThe Prison Podcast gives voice to survivors of violent crimes and the individuals convicted of those crimes, uncovering powerful stories that are often excluded from public discourse.
Recent episodes include "Bonus Episode: Hands of Stone" (26 February 2025, 19 minutes), "Episode 10: The Power of Bearing Witness" (19 February 2025, 36 minutes), and "Episode 9: Don't You Trust Me?" (12 February 2025, 69 minutes).
The Prison Podcast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 40 minutes across 11 episodes.
Booking probability for The Prison Podcast is 17%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Prison Podcast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Prison Podcast's contact route on record: public web form.
The strongest fits for The Prison Podcast are Family & Social Services and Courts, Police & Public Safety. The Prison Podcast has a society audience.
The Prison Podcast is a society podcast with 11 episodes published.
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The Prison Podcast
<p>This week features a special bonus episode of The Prison Podcast! We sit down with Jorge, an incarcerated artist from San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, whose powerful artwork graces our show. During his time in...
The Prison Podcast
<p>In this episode, Martina from the Ahimsa Collective takes us into the often misunderstood world of Victim-Offender Dialogue. With deep empathy and insight, she explores the traumatic experiences that shape both...
The Prison Podcast
<p>This week, Diane sits down with Tristan, who shares his journey of confronting the childhood trauma he endured. At a young age, Tristan made the difficult decision to speak out, leading to his cousin’s arrest. His...
The Prison Podcast
<p>In this episode, Steven opens up about his tumultuous past — growing up on welfare, surviving through drug dealing, and enduring the lasting effects of domestic violence. He reflects on how his life spiraled into...
The Prison Podcast
<p>This week’s episode shares Michele’s remarkable journey. After losing her husband during a burglary, her grief hardened into anger toward the man responsible. This anger overshadowed her ability to reflect on her...
The Prison Podcast
<p>Today, we’re speaking with Alan, the person responsible for the tragic death of Emily, whose story we discussed in last week's episode. While intoxicated, Alan struck Emily, leading to her death. In that episode, we...
The Prison Podcast
<p>This week’s episode features Elle, a mother who shows us the profound beauty of carrying grief with grace. She faced the devastating loss of her daughter, Emily, in a tragic accident caused by a drunk driver in Los...
The Prison Podcast
<p>Today’s guest is Christopher, who served 25 years in various California prisons as part of the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. During his time in prison, he acted as Jane’s surrogate in their...
The Prison Podcast
<p>Today, we have a remarkable guest joining us: Jane, who has an incredibly powerful story to share. As a survivor of rape, Jane has faced unimaginable trauma, yet her journey of healing and empowerment is truly...
Episode #2
<p>In the last episode, Melissa shared the heartbreaking story of losing her father, killed by Matthew in 1993 when he was just 22 years old. Now, after 30 years of incarceration, Matthew opens up about his experience...
Episode #1
<p>In this powerful first episode, The Prison Podcast dives into the gripping and emotional journey of Melissa, a woman grappling with loss, forgiveness, and love after the tragic death of her father during a family...
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