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Dog In The Yard

Dog In The Yard

Pistol Pete aka "King of Rikers Island" interviews real life prisoners and celebs that have done hard time and shares his personal experiences along with his guests amazing stories of how they survived and persevered. This should inspire Americas youth to avoid the same trappings and mistakes and understand that nothing is worth doing the time. Take the hard road not the easy one. Prison is full of hardship and pain. Know that.

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Episode #154 w/ Shannon Holmes

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/06/09

Shannon Holmes didn’t enter the literary world through classrooms or creative writing programs—he wrote his first novel from a prison cell. Born and raised in the Bronx, Shannon served five years for drug-related charges. While incarcerated, he picked up a pen for the first time—not to write a letter home, but to write what would become his breakout novel: B-More Careful. With no formal training and only a GED, Shannon tapped into something real, raw, and revolutionary. That debut sold over 500,000

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Episode #153 w/ Dennis Woodbine

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/06/02

Dennis A. Woodbine’s life was stolen by the system—but he didn’t let that define him. In 1997, Dennis was wrongfully convicted of a murder he did not commit. He spent 22 years inside Sing Sing Correctional Facility, fighting not only for his freedom, but for his identity, his purpose, and ultimately, his peace. In 2019, after more than two decades behind bars, Dennis was granted executive clemency by the Governor of New York. He walked out of prison a free man—but his work was just beginning

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Episode #152 w/ Keonnie Raheem

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/05/19

Keonnie Raheem’s journey is the definition of second chances. Hailing from the Forest Houses in the Bronx, Keonnie was charged as a juvenile with multiple homicides in Baltimore and sentenced to two life terms. After serving 31 years in prison, his sentence was reduced under juvenile resentencing, and on March 23, 2023, he walked free. His reentry wasn’t easy, but Keonnie leaned into every resource he could find—participating in “Lifting Stigma” in Maryland for mental‑health support, then moving

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Episode #151 w/ Jermaine Archer

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/05/12

Jermaine “Bang” Archer’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. After spending 22 years behind bars, Jermaine didn’t just survive—he built a legacy. In 2005, while incarcerated at Sing Sing, he watched his first Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) production, Breaking the Mummy’s Code. That moment would plant a seed that would grow into something far bigger than he could’ve imagined. Jermaine went on to join RTA, act in and manage productions, chair the Steering Committee, and earn his master’s

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Episode #150 w/ Opressure

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/05/05

Before the world knew him as Opressure—a respected Hip-Hop artist, journalist, and radio voice—he was 94-B-0730, a young man navigating the harsh realities of Buffalo, NY. At just 17 years old, Omar was sentenced to 8 to 24 years for manslaughter, the result of growing up in survival mode and making choices that led him down a dangerous path. But what the system didn’t expect was how he would transform that time behind bars into a foundation for greatness. During his incarceration, Omar forged a

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Episode #149 w/ Jason Abreu

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/04/29

Jason Abreu, born and raised in Dyckman Projects in Uptown Manhattan, opens up about his powerful story of growth, setbacks, and redemption. After being incarcerated twice for drug-related offenses, Jason realized during his second time behind bars that he had a bigger purpose to fulfill. While incarcerated, Jason found his vision and created Made Up North, a movement dedicated to helping formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reenter society and break the cycle of recidivism. Through his

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Episode #148 w/ Deshawn Kenner

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/04/21

DeShawn Kenner was just 22 years old when he was sentenced to life in prison for murder and attempted murder. He would go on to spend the next 20 years behind bars—but instead of letting time break him, DeShawn used it to transform himself from the inside out. In this powerful episode of Dog in the Yard, DeShawn opens up about his journey—from the streets of Mount Vernon to the harsh reality of prison life, and how he rewired his mindset to become a mentor, author, and leader. During his time

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Episode #147 w/ Frans Sital

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/04/14

Frans Sital was just 17 years old when he was wrongfully convicted of two counts of murder and sentenced to 51 years to life. He ended up serving over 31 years behind bars before finally being released in August 2023. In this episode of Dog in the Yard, Frans shares his raw and emotional journey—from surviving the prison system to reclaiming his life and freedom. Now home and fighting for others still trapped inside, Frans is deeply involved in the criminal justice and prison reform movement. He’s

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55:05

Episode #146 w/ Kevin "Renny" Smith

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/04/08

In this powerful episode of Dog In The Yard, we sit down with Kevin “Renny” Smith, a Brooklyn native who spent 27 years behind bars for a murder he didn’t commit. Wrongfully convicted in 1987, Renny found himself serving a life sentence—and it was in the darkest moments of his incarceration that he made a vow to change the direction of his life. Renny opens up about his transformation from a young man caught in the system to a powerful advocate for the wrongfully convicted. As Executive Director of

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Episode #145 w/ Derrick Hamilton

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/03/31

Derrick Hamilton was sentenced to 25 years to life for a crime he didn’t commit, spending 21 years behind bars before finally proving his innocence. While incarcerated, he became a self-taught legal expert, dedicating himself to learning the law and using his knowledge to fight not only for his own freedom but also for others who had been wrongfully convicted. His relentless pursuit of justice led to his exoneration in 2015, proving the system had failed him and so many others.Since his release,

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Episode #144 w/ Bang Em Up

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/03/24

From the streets of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, to the music industry, Bang Em Up has lived through it all. Facing the harsh realities of the streets, he was sentenced to 12 years behind bars for 4 attempted murders. But prison didn’t define him—it became the place where he plotted his comeback.Now, 9 years free, Bang Em Up has reinvented himself as a music executive and entrepreneur, building a powerhouse brand in the industry. As the founder of Beu.Ent, he’s not just making music—he’s making moves. With

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Episode #143 w/ Edwin Raymond

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/03/17

Edwin Raymond is not just a former NYPD lieutenant—he’s a whistleblower, civil rights activist, and author who put everything on the line to expose the injustices within the system. Born and raised in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, to Haitian immigrant parents, Edwin joined the NYPD in 2008 with a mission: to bring real change from within. But what he encountered was a system built on racial profiling, arrest quotas, and corruption—so he decided to fight back. Featured in the Emmy Award-winning

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Episode #142 w/ LB

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/03/10

In this episode of Dog In The Yard, we sit down with Leon “LB” Brown, a Yonkers native with Jamaican roots who transformed his life after years behind bars. At 18 years old, LB was convicted in Virginia and sentenced to 10 years and 9 months. After his release in 2011, he was reincarcerated in 2012 on a firearm charge, serving additional time before maxing out in 2020. Determined to never go back, LB built HighEaTz, a cannabis-infused culinary brand, and launched a holistic fitness and herbal

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Episode #141 w/ Musa Major

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/03/03

In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Musa Major, a Newark native whose story is a testament to resilience, redemption, and the power of music. Growing up in a single-parent household, Musa faced countless challenges, but music always served as his escape. His passion for lyricism was undeniable, yet life took a drastic turn during his college years, when personal struggles led to his arrest and conviction for attempted homicide. While incarcerated, Musa found a deeper

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Episode #140 w/ Swerve

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/02/24

In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Swerve, a man whose life journey is a powerful testament to resilience, creativity, and transformation. Born in Lower Manhattan in 1989, Swerve was raised between South Yonkers and Avenue A in Manhattan, navigating a childhood marked by struggle, survival, and the influence of activism. His mother, an HIV/AIDS advocate, battled her own hardships, while his father’s repeated incarcerations forced Swerve to find his own way. Inspired by his

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Episode #139 w/ Sunny Gibbs

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/02/17

Sunny Gibbs, a Brooklyn native, grew up in Crown Heights before moving to Bed-Stuy after his release from DFY at 16. His first incarceration was at 11 years old for robbery, and by 13, he had turned to armed robberies after losing his mother. As a founding member of the Hop Out Boyz, Sunny was convicted in 2004 of multiple armed robberies and sentenced to 9 years. After serving 8 years, he was re-arrested 90 days later on armed robbery and kidnapping charges, ultimately serving a total of 18 years

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Episode #138 w/ Jose Perez

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/02/10

In this episode of Dog In The Yard we sit down with Jose Perez, a poet, actor, and community leader whose powerful journey is a testament to resilience and transformation. Born and raised in Queens, Jose spent his childhood in foster care, group homes, and juvenile institutions before being incarcerated at just 16 years old, sentenced to 20 years to life for Murder 2 Robbery 1. After serving 20 years in New York State prisons, he was released on December 2, 2020, and has since dedicated his life to

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Episode #137 w/ G. Dep

Dog In The Yard ·

2025/01/21

In this powerful episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Trevell Coleman, better known as G. Dep, the Harlem-born rapper who rose to fame with Bad Boy Records and his hit album Child of the Ghetto. Known for his raw lyricism and storytelling, G. Dep's music resonated with fans through tracks like "Special Delivery" and "Let's Get It."Beyond his musical success, G. Dep’s story is one of redemption and transformation. In 2010, he made headlines after turning himself in for a cold case from 1993,

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Episode #136 w/ Knick Gunz

Dog In The Yard ·

2024/12/30

In this episode of Dog in the Yard Knick Gunz opens up about his journey through the justice system and his path to redemption. From his first experience at Spofford as a juvenile to serving time in Mohawk, Midstate, and Barehill, Knick faced numerous challenges, including convictions for kidnapping, gun possession, and attempted murder. Since his release in 2013, Knick has turned his life around. Now, he’s thriving as an independent artist and the CEO of two successful clothing brands, TRUELINGO

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Episode #135 w/ BX Tone

Dog In The Yard ·

2024/12/23

In this inspiring episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Tony "BX Tone" Windley, a man whose story of resilience and redemption proves that transformation is possible, no matter the past. Convicted on multiple conspiracy charges, Tone spent 20 years in federal prison. Instead of allowing his circumstances to define him, he focused on personal growth, education, and self-improvement behind bars.Now, Tone is a testament to life after prison success. He is pursuing his Master’s degree at Columbia

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