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**Uncuffed**

Uncuffed empowers people in California prisons to tell their own stories. The award-winning collaboration between incarcerated student producers and professional journalists shines light on the human experience of people before, during, and after their prison terms.

**https://www.uncuffed.org**

Latest Episodes:

A Prison From Another Planet Jan 31, 2023

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Last summer, some formerly incarcerated graduates of the Uncuffed program…

Prison Radio International Jan 10, 2023

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Last summer, the Uncuffed team was invited to the world’s first International Prison Radio Conference in Oslo, Norway. Formerly incarcerated producers and staff hopped on a plane (some for the first time in their lives), and joined other prison radio makers from countries like Australia, India, and the UK.
On this special episode of Uncuffed, we're sharing a few of our favorite pieces from around the globe.
Learn more, sign up for Uncuffed news, and support the program at www.weareuncuffed.org.
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Hear more from the shows featured in this episode:
The Secret Life of Prisons, from the UK's Prison Radio Association: www.prison.radio
Jailbreak, from the Community Restorative Centre in Australia: www.crcnsw.org.au/services/jailbreak-radio
Ear Hustle, from PRX's Radiotopia in the US: www.earhustlesq.com
Inside Wire, from Colorado Prison Radio: www.coloradoprisonradio.com
Tinka Tinka Foundation in India: www.tinkatinka.org/jail-music-2
Learn about all the programs that make up Prison Radio International: www.prison.radio/prison-radio-international

Prison’s Secret Santas (2019) Dec 20, 2022

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For people in prison, the holiday season can be a painful time. Many miss their families and traditions. But it’s also a time when they get together with food and acts of kindness. During the holiday season, we're playing you a favorite episode from season one, all about making it through the holidays in prison.
Learn more, sign up for Uncuffed news, and support the program at www.weareuncuffed.org
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Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed

Uncuffed Presents: Becoming Muslim Dec 06, 2022

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At Folsom State Prison, Wendell El-Amin James gravitated towards incarcerated Muslims out of a need for protection. But ultimately his conversion restructured his life to one of education and purpose. Uncuffed presents a special episode from our friends at KALW podcast The Spiritual Edge.
Learn more, and donate to support the program: www.weareuncuffed.org.
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Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed.

An Uncuffed Thank You Nov 22, 2022

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In this season of gratitude, two founding co-hosts of Uncuffed, Tommy "Shakur" Ross and Thanh Tran, give a special update on the program.
Thank you to everyone who supported Uncuffed during our emergency fundraiser!
Learn more, and donate to support the program: www.weareuncuffed.org.
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Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed.

I'm Somebody's Hero Nov 08, 2022

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Growing up, Uncuffed Producer Thanh Tran never truly felt like he had a home. He was raised in the foster care system, was in and out of juvenile hall as a teenager. And then, shortly after his 18th birthday, he went to prison. Just over a decade later, he got what he had been working toward for years — his freedom.
Learn more, and donate to support the program: www.weareuncuffed.org.
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Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed.

When A Mother's Love Becomes Violent Oct 26, 2022

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As a child, Francisco Magaña was afraid of his mother. She would beat him, and he’s carried that pain with him for his entire life. But despite that, he managed to forgive her.
Learn more, and donate to support the program: www.weareuncuffed.org.
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Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed.

You're Invited To An Uncuffed Wedding Oct 11, 2022

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We joyfully request the honor of your presence at an extra special wedding. Our Uncuffed producer, Edmond Richardson is marrying the love of his life. And you’ll bear witness to his marriage in an unlikely place: San Quentin State Prison.
Learn more, and donate to support the program: www.weareuncuffed.org.
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Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed.

My Enemy Saved My Life Sep 27, 2022

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Death is a normal part of life in prison, but it’s rare that someone can live to tell the tale. Wilbert Stoneham dropped to the floor one day after a cardiac arrest. He awoke to realize he was being brought back to life by a guard who was once his nemesis. How a near-death experience can change your perspective on everything, including someone you despised.
Learn more, and donate to support the program: www.weareuncuffed.org.
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Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed.

Humor As Medicine: Aging And Compassion In Prison Sep 14, 2022

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California's prison population is aging. Between 2000 and 2017, the share of incarcerated people over 50 has more than quintupled. For those with long or life sentences, watching friends aging and getting sick behind bars is a harsh reminder of what a life sentence can really mean.
On this episode of Uncuffed, we hear the story of someone who deals with his many ailments with a good dose of humor, and the help of a compassionate caretaker–his cellie.
Learn more, and donate to support the program: www.weareuncuffed.org.
Follow us @WeAreUncuffed on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out, at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed.

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