Stories Behind the Walls
Stories Behind the Walls is a hard-hitting podcast that dares to ask: Is our justice system really delivering justice at all? Each episode peels back the layers of corruption, hypocrisy, and abuse lurking behind the polished façade of courts, police stations, and prison walls. From raw, unfiltered prison talk to firsthand accounts of systemic failure, we give voice to those silenced by the system and hold accountable those who profit from its flaws. If you're ready to question what you've been told about law and order, join us as we expose the truth behind the walls.
Episodes
A shocking breach of trust at one of America’s most notorious prisons.
This episode of Stories Behind the Walls dives into the recent arrest of a corrections officer at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola, caught smuggling a deadly mix of drugs—including fentanyl—behind bars.
We cover the facts of the arrest, the scale of the contraband, and the charges she now faces. But we also go deeper: exploring how staff corrup...
Understanding the Legal Process
Navigating the criminal justice system can feel overwhelming, confusing, and unfair—especially for those without resources or legal knowledge.
In this episode of Stories Behind the Walls, we break down the entire legal process step by step, from arrest to reentry. We cover:
✅ Arrest and booking
✅ First appearance and bail
✅ Preliminary hearings and grand jury
✅ Arraig...
“Did you know? Even behind bars, people have rights.”
Did you know about Section 1983 ? Do you know how to use it ? In this episode we discuss what it is and how to use it !
🔥 Coming up August 2nd at 2PM — FREE Virtual Workshop!
👉 Learn how to use Section 1983 to hold prisons accountable for:
✅ Unsafe heat conditions
✅ Denial of medical care
✅ Retaliation for speaking out
We’ll break down:
⚖️ Y...
Purpose and Progress Update
“Stories Behind the Walls” is a podcast dedicated to exposing the realities inside our justice and prison systems, giving voice to those too often silenced. Our mission is to fight for justice, accountability, and human rights by sharing the experiences of incarcerated people, their families, and advocates on the outside.
This week marks an important milestone in our work. We have spoken with...
In 2024, Ridgely, Maryland made national headlines when it shut down its entire police department over corruption allegations. But this wasn’t just local scandal—it was a wake-up call about accountability, transparency, and what real reform can look like.
This podcast tells the story of how Caroline County officials and the County Commissioners made the bold decision to dismantle a broken system, setting a new standard...
Funding Mass Incarceration is a podcast that follows the money behind Delaware’s prison system—and asks why we keep paying to punish instead of reform.
This episode, we dig into how taxpayer dollars fuel mass incarceration, waste resources, and uphold systems of injustice. We break down government budgets, expose hidden costs.
We don’t just talk about the problem—we imagine what true reform could look like. From decarce...
Welcome to Stories Behind the Walls, where voices too often silenced are finally heard. Hosted by passionate advocates and real-life fighters for justice, this podcast dives deep into the stories of individuals impacted by broken systems—whether behind prison walls, in courtrooms, or within their own communities.
We expose corruption, shine a light on injustice, and speak truth to power. From wrongful convictions to sy...
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