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Pieces from Prison
Ariel and Adrianna Bassard
26 episodes
5 days ago
Have you ever wondered what contributes to incarceration? Are you interested in learning about the U.S. prison experience? Here, Host, Adrianna, talks with co-host and formerly incarcerated person, Broderick, about his time during and after prison. We also read anonymous letters from those who wish to share their own stories involving incarceration. This podcast is created by Ariel and Adrianna Bassard.
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Have you ever wondered what contributes to incarceration? Are you interested in learning about the U.S. prison experience? Here, Host, Adrianna, talks with co-host and formerly incarcerated person, Broderick, about his time during and after prison. We also read anonymous letters from those who wish to share their own stories involving incarceration. This podcast is created by Ariel and Adrianna Bassard.
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Episodes (20/26)
Pieces from Prison
Navigating Technology

Broderick entered prison in 2008. He left prison in 2022. In this episode he discusses what life is like using new technology.

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1 year ago
30 minutes 10 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Dehumanization (TW: see description)

Today, Adrianna and Broderick discuss the role dehumanization plays in prison.


TW: This episode contains discussion of physical assault, sexual assault, rape, and suicide.

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1 year ago
28 minutes 54 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Prison Tattoos

In this episode, Broderick talks all things prison tattoos. This includes how they're made, what designs are used, and how they are applied.

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1 year ago
25 minutes 5 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Mental Health (TW: see description)

TW: This episode contains discussion of depression, anxiety, self harm, suicide, and death.


In this episode, Broderick discusses how prison affected his mental health and difficult situations he has experienced and seen. He also shares with us his journey toward healing and where he is today.

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1 year ago
40 minutes 45 seconds

Pieces from Prison
A Day in Prison

Have you ever wondered what a day was like in prison? Here we discuss a typical day in prison including working jobs, buying and selling goods, and ways to find enjoyment while incarcerated.

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1 year ago
28 minutes 32 seconds

Pieces from Prison
The Pandemic in Prison

Here, Broderick shares his inspiring story of overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic in prison.

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1 year ago
45 minutes 31 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Prison Brides

Ever wondered what dating after prison was like? In this episode we discuss life, dating, and how pen pals become wives.

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1 year ago
50 minutes 29 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Season 2 Episode 1 REBOOT

We are BACK!


In this season, host, Adrianna, is joined by co-host, Broderick Hollins. Broderick is a Justice Fellow, Cook County Fellow, holds an associates degree, and much more. Before accomplishing these goals, he served 13 years in prison. Tune in to hear his story and adventures since his release from incarceration.

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1 year ago
40 minutes 59 seconds

Pieces from Prison
"It's Up to You to Want to Change."

This episode features a man, James Dean Rosales, who is incarcerated for Murder, Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity, and Burglary of a Habitation. He gives us a timeline of his life before incarceration and how he has changed since.

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3 years ago
22 minutes 56 seconds

Pieces from Prison
The Execution of Larry Griffin

In this episode, we talk about Larry Griffin who was executed in 1995. Griffin maintained his innocence until he was executed. About 10 years after he was put to death, his case was reviewed again, and investigators now believe he could have been innocent. 


Sources: 

https://missourideathrow.com/2008/12/state-of-missouri-v-larry-griffin/

https://murderpedia.org/male.G/g1/griffin-larry.htm

https://www.nytimes.com/2005/07/19/us/executed-man-may-be-cleared-in-new-inquiry.html

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3 years ago
17 minutes 35 seconds

Pieces from Prison
"I Will Be Punished Everyday by the Memory of What I've Done."

This episode is about a man who is incarcerated for 2nd Degree Murder and 1st Degree Child Abuse. He talks about how he feels like he had everything in life before being incarcerated, how his life has been during incarceration, and what he believes it will be like after. 

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4 years ago
13 minutes 9 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Last Statements/ The Murders of Joy Hummel, Jodi Hummel, and Clyde Bedford

In this episode I read the last statement from death row prisoner John Hummel. Hummel killed his pregnant wife, daughter, and father-in-law in 2009.

Sources:

https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/court-of-criminal-appeals/2013/ap-76-596.html

https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/death_row/dr_info/hummeljohn.html

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4 years ago
13 minutes 53 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Intro to Season 2/ Redo of Episode 1!

Welcome to season 2!! We are so excited about this season! We wanted to redo our episode one and reshare it for people who have not heard it yet. 

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4 years ago
22 minutes 43 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Episode 14: "It Turned My Life Upside Down."

Last episode of season 1!

In this episode we hear from a woman who was wrongly convicted and spent two years in prison. She is now out of prison and tells of her experience upon being released and the challenges she has faced. 

We are taking a two week break and will be coming back strong with season 2 on October 11th. Stay tuned!

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4 years ago
12 minutes 21 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Letter 13: Hearing from Keiko Kopp AKA @kay_livenews

In this episode, we get to speak with the viral TikToker Keiko Kopp, AKA @kay_livenews. She does broadcasts from inside prison in hopes to inform people about the prison conditions she has experienced. She is incarcerated for drug trafficking in Lowell Corrections Florida. If you would like to get in contact with her, her JPay information is Keiko Kopp #P44044.

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4 years ago
19 minutes 48 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Letter 11: "I Am Innocent Of This Crime That I Have Been Wrongfully Convicted Of."

TW: self harm, suicide, drug addiction

This episode is about a man who is incarcerated for murder. However, he insists he is innocent and is sure he can prove that. He also talks about his ongoing struggle with his mental health and the family members he has lost while being wrongfully convicted in prison. 

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4 years ago
12 minutes 17 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Letter 10: "I Always Knew Right From Wrong."

This episode features a man who is incarcerated for assault on a police officer, home invasion, and larceny. He tells about the sacrifices he was willing to make for a family member, and how he realized family doesn't always equal loyalty. 

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4 years ago
19 minutes 19 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Letter 9: "I Feel Like I Never Had a Real Chance in This World."

This letter features a man who is incarcerated for murder. We get to take a look into his life and see how one decision in his home life could possibly be responsible for where he is today.

One of our listeners sent in questions for the man in Episode 6: Sentenced to Life at 18 Years Old. Stay tuned to hear the answers to those questions at the end.

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4 years ago
19 minutes 17 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Interview with Michael Lacey AKA Comrade Sinque

In this very special episode, we talk to Michael Lacey. Michael did 21 years in prison for felony murder. He talks about his crime, what helped get him through prison, and challenges he came across as he became free. He also has a big TikTok and Instagram following, so to hear more about his life and see more content, follow him at @comrade_sinque.

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4 years ago
1 hour 5 minutes 48 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Letter 8: There Are Always Two Sides to a Story

This letter is about a man who is incarcerated for first degree robbery and possession of a firearm. He talks about his experience growing up in the inner city and how he got involved in a gang. He also talks about how he was pressured into taking a plea deal instead of going to trial to fight his case.

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4 years ago
15 minutes 16 seconds

Pieces from Prison
Have you ever wondered what contributes to incarceration? Are you interested in learning about the U.S. prison experience? Here, Host, Adrianna, talks with co-host and formerly incarcerated person, Broderick, about his time during and after prison. We also read anonymous letters from those who wish to share their own stories involving incarceration. This podcast is created by Ariel and Adrianna Bassard.