Voiceless Behind Bars
Behind every conviction is a story—some reveal deep flaws in the justice system. Now in its fourth season with over 70 episodes, this gripping podcast series from Prison Audio gives a voice to the incarcerated. Host Sarah DeArmond sits down with currently incarcerated individuals and their advocates to uncover the truth behind their cases. From Timothy McGruder to Andy McCauley Jr. and Kevin Billingsley, we expose wrongful convictions, excessive sentences, and the overlooked voices of those fighting for justice from behind bars. Their stories deserve to be heard.
Episodes
May 28, 2025 • 60 mins
In this episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, Sarah speaks with Zachary Mallory (he/they), one of the founders of the Rise Above Justice Movement.
Zachary opens up about the power of grassroots advocacy, what it means to fight for dignity inside and out of the prison system, and how personal experiences fuel their passion for justice reform.
Connect with the movement:
🔗 Instagram: @riseabovejusticemovement
🌐 Website: riseabovejusticemove...
Zachary opens up about the power of grassroots advocacy, what it means to fight for dignity inside and out of the prison system, and how personal experiences fuel their passion for justice reform.
Connect with the movement:
🔗 Instagram: @riseabovejusticemovement
🌐 Website: riseabovejusticemove...
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May 22, 2025 • 60 mins
In this emotional and intense episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, host Sarah DeArmond sits down with Kevin Billingsley (also known as Kevin Rodgers), a man who has spent decades behind bars for a crime he says he didn’t commit — and who has had his very name taken away by the system.
Kevin opens up about:
His wrongful conviction
The psychological toll of Belmont Correctional Institution
How his birth name was stripped from him
The years-l...
Kevin opens up about:
His wrongful conviction
The psychological toll of Belmont Correctional Institution
How his birth name was stripped from him
The years-l...
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May 20, 2025 • 40 mins
In this powerful episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, host Sarah DeArmond sits down with Maddie, the creator of the podcast Echoes of Innocence, a platform that shines light on the stories of incarcerated individuals whose voices have been ignored or erased by the justice system.
Maddie shares the inspiration behind her work, the emotional connection she builds with each case, and why she refuses to stay silent while others are sufferi...
Maddie shares the inspiration behind her work, the emotional connection she builds with each case, and why she refuses to stay silent while others are sufferi...
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April 16, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode, Sarah sits down with Michael Bane, an incarcerated man fighting to prove his innocence. Michael opens up about the details of his case, what keeps him going behind bars, and how the public can help get his case the attention it deserves. Law students are now reviewing his case — and you can help, too. Reach out with tips, ideas, or support via his socials and donation page below. Every bit helps bring justice one s...
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March 19, 2025 • 84 mins
In this compelling episode, Sarah sits down with her good friend Lapis Stone for their third interview - a year after their last conversation. A lot has changed, and this time, the stakes are higher than ever.
Lapi opens up about the ongoing struggle they’ve been facing, reflecting on the challenges, resilience, and the emotional toll of fighting for justice. As they navigate the complexities of this battle, they share their hopes, ...
Lapi opens up about the ongoing struggle they’ve been facing, reflecting on the challenges, resilience, and the emotional toll of fighting for justice. As they navigate the complexities of this battle, they share their hopes, ...
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March 14, 2025 • 17 mins
Voiceless Behind Bars is back for an all-new season, and we’re kicking things off with a powerful episode featuring James Bitz, a man fighting to prove his innocence after being wrongfully convicted in Oregon.
In this episode, host Sarah DeArmond sits down with James to discuss the shocking inconsistencies in his case, the new evidence that could exonerate him, and the systemic issues that led to his conviction. From DNA evidence th...
In this episode, host Sarah DeArmond sits down with James to discuss the shocking inconsistencies in his case, the new evidence that could exonerate him, and the systemic issues that led to his conviction. From DNA evidence th...
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December 19, 2024 • 18 mins
In this compelling new episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, host Sarah DeArmond reconnects with Prentice Ponds, whose wrongful conviction has been a focus of the show in past episodes.
Prentice updates listeners on his ongoing fight for justice, the challenges he continues to face, and his thoughts on what lies ahead in his pursuit of freedom.As the legal battle continues, this episode dives deeper into the systemic issues that perpetu...
Prentice updates listeners on his ongoing fight for justice, the challenges he continues to face, and his thoughts on what lies ahead in his pursuit of freedom.As the legal battle continues, this episode dives deeper into the systemic issues that perpetu...
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November 20, 2024 • 75 mins
In this powerful episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, host Sarah DeArmond sits down with Marwin Battles, who has spent over 33 years behind bars for a crime rooted in self-defense.
Wrongfully convicted in 1991, Marwin’s story highlights profound racial injustices and legal missteps that have kept him incarcerated.From the racially charged events that led to the tragic altercation at the Bay Port Apartments in Norman, Oklahoma, to the c...
Wrongfully convicted in 1991, Marwin’s story highlights profound racial injustices and legal missteps that have kept him incarcerated.From the racially charged events that led to the tragic altercation at the Bay Port Apartments in Norman, Oklahoma, to the c...
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November 3, 2024 • 59 mins
In this powerful episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, Sarah sits down with Elizabeth Anderson to discuss her campaign and the issues closest to her heart. Elizabeth, a passionate advocate for justice reform, sheds light on her vision for a fairer system and shares personal insights on the changes she wants to bring to Congress. Tune in as Sarah and Elizabeth explore topics including criminal justice reform, prison conditions, and Eliz...
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October 8, 2024 • 36 mins
In this impactful episode, Sarah sits down with her good friend Melissa Ann, a dedicated advocate fighting for justice for Andy McCauley Jr. In this conversation, Melissa Ann shares updates on Andy’s case, including the critical upcoming Oral Arguments Hearing happening this Wednesday. Together, they dive into the fight to get crucial DNA evidence tested, which could play a significant role in Andy's case.
You can support Andy by se...
You can support Andy by se...
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September 26, 2024 • 32 mins
In this powerful episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, Sarah DeArmond sits down with Monika Shepherd, the dedicated advocate fighting for justice on behalf of Matthew Dorsey.
Matthew, sentenced to life in prison after a non-violent traffic stop, represents a troubling case of the flaws within our justice system. With no appeals left, his story highlights the devastating consequences of legal misrepresentation and an unforgiving system.
M...
Matthew, sentenced to life in prison after a non-violent traffic stop, represents a troubling case of the flaws within our justice system. With no appeals left, his story highlights the devastating consequences of legal misrepresentation and an unforgiving system.
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September 24, 2024 • 36 mins
In this episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, host Sarah and Christian Coleman discuss the importance of advocacy, both inside and outside the prison system, and the role we all play in pushing for justice reform. Christian’s story highlights how crucial it is for everyone to stay involved in the democratic process.
Sarah encourages listeners to check their voter registration and participate in local elections, especially as voter right...
Sarah encourages listeners to check their voter registration and participate in local elections, especially as voter right...
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September 19, 2024 • 37 mins
In this episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, Sarah dives into the case of Matthew Dorsey, a man who was sentenced to life in prison for fleeing from police during a traffic stop—despite no injuries or violence.
With no appeals left, Matthew's story is a striking example of the flaws in the justice system, where even his own lawyer worked against him, and police testimony confirmed that there was no intent to harm.Sarah will also be spe...
With no appeals left, Matthew's story is a striking example of the flaws in the justice system, where even his own lawyer worked against him, and police testimony confirmed that there was no intent to harm.Sarah will also be spe...
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September 17, 2024 • 63 mins
In this compelling episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, Sarah sits down with celebrity trainer and martial arts instructor Ramiro Russell for an inspiring and deeply personal interview. Ramiro opens up about his journey, not only as a fitness expert and public speaker but also as a survivor of domestic abuse. He bravely shares the story of how his abuser set him up, leading to his wrongful imprisonment—a topic that resonates deeply wi...
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September 12, 2024 • 25 mins
In this episode of Voiceless Behind Bars, host Sarah is once again joined by returning guest Jesse Dreyfuse to dive into the case of Jerome Harris. They explore the challenges Jerome is facing, particularly his difficulty reaching his lawyer, Attorney Dalhenburg, to discuss his pending litigations. If you would like to support Jerome, please consider emailing Attorney Dalhenburg at attyred@gmail.com, and politely request that he re...
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June 10, 2024 • 25 mins
We're back with another episode of voiceless behind bars! This week on the podcast Sarah is speaking with Carmem Cruz who is advocating for her brother Daniel Anthony Cruz Hernandez. You can fin a link to Daniel's appeal below.
https://law.justia.com/cases/minnesota/court-of-appeals/2020/a19-0814.html
https://law.justia.com/cases/minnesota/court-of-appeals/2020/a19-0814.html
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May 16, 2024 • 56 mins
We're back with another episode of Voiceless Behind Bars. Today on the podcast, Sarah welcomes Hank Willard, a fellow advocate and whistleblower that Sarah met through her advocacy work. Hank was wrongfully convicted himself and shares his story with our audience.
Hank Willard's Facebook
Bernard Jemison’s Facebook
Hank Willard's Facebook
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March 28, 2024 • 32 mins
In this gripping episode of "Voiceless Behind Bars," host Sarah delves into the heartbreaking case of David M. Scott II, a man wrongfully convicted three decades ago. Sarah sits down with Ana Quiñones, a dedicated advocate tirelessly working to bring attention to David's story and fight for his freedom.
David's journey began at the tender age of 19 when he found himself ensnared in a justice system that failed him. Despite his effor...
David's journey began at the tender age of 19 when he found himself ensnared in a justice system that failed him. Despite his effor...
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March 27, 2024 • 72 mins
Almost a year ago in the first ever episode of Voiceless Behind Bars Sarah interviewed her friend Lapis Stone who had been falsely accused of stocking and illegally detained by the police. Well a year has gone by and a lot has happened. Listen in as Lapis and Sarah have another great conversation. They discuss updates to Lapis personal story as well as wrongful convictions/accusations and how they can cause so much harm to individ...
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March 26, 2024 • 40 mins
This episode of voiceless behind bars focuses on the tragic case of Brendan Depa. Sarah passionately urges listeners to advocate for Brendan's mercy in the face of impending judgment. Armed with new information about the presiding judge, Terence Perkins, Sarah implores the audience to take action. With heartfelt sincerity, Sarah and Ana acknowledge the gravity of Brendan's actions while emphasizing the importance of compassion and ...
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