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AQS Inmate Call

Supportive relationships play a crucial role in shaping our confidence and self-worth, enabling us to achieve success. One often overlooked aspect is the impact that connecting with incarcerated individuals can have on both parties involved. Engaging in conversations with those who are incarcerated can create a significant positive change, not only for them but also for ourselves.

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00:09:29

Kimberly Carter: Prison Overcrowding and Potential...

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2024/07/21

In the concluding episode of her podcast series, Kimberly Carter shares personal experiences with overcrowding. She draws parallels with comparable scenarios from California, highlighting how overcrowding contributes to recidivism and affects community safety.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-wilborn/support

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00:26:11

When Justice Fails

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2024/07/20

In this episode, I discuss Maryanne Atkins and how the criminal justice system failed her. While she is not innocent of her crime, she was not treated fairly during her sentencing. It is no secret that not all incarcerated individuals are guilty. We need organizations such as the Innocence Project, the Freedom Project, and the American Quittance Society to help hold the Department of Corrections, the justice system, and law enforcement accountable for their actions. Although the criminal justice

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00:06:26

Kimberly Carter: Prison Overcrowding and Potential...

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2024/07/14

In the third installment of her four-part series on prison overcrowding, Kimberly Carter discusses how the Washington Department of Corrections transferred women to the Yakima County Jail to ease the overcrowded conditions at the Washington Corrections Center for Women. https://youtu.be/gmasa4EZK2E--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-wilborn/support

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00:22:10

The End of Securus Technologies

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2024/07/13

This episode delves into the rehabilitation options for incarcerated individuals. Securus Technologies, known for overcharging incarcerated people and their families for subpar services and equipment, is facing bankruptcy after enduring years of complaints, legal actions, and advocacy efforts. This development could potentially revolutionize communication methods between incarcerated individuals and their loved ones. --- Support this podcast:

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00:10:05

Kimberly Carter: Prison Overcrowding and Potential...

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2024/07/07

In this episode, Kimberly Carter persists with her solutions to the overcrowding issue in the Washington Department of Corrections. She reflects on her experiences with cramped prison cells in the early 2000s. The penal system must adopt a more proactive stance on the safety and security of incarcerated individuals in crowded conditions.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-wilborn/support

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00:23:57

Danielle Reyes and the WADOC Failure

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2024/07/06

This episode examines the shortcomings of the Washington Department of Corrections in ensuring the safety and security of Danielle Reyes, who allegedly took her own life while incarcerated at the Washington Corrections Center for Women. Prior to her tragic death, Danielle exhibited signs of suicidal ideation, yet the WCCW staff did not offer adequate resources and protection. It is imperative that the justice system considers a defendant's mental health and the facility's capacity to deliver

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00:27:02

WADOC Safety and Security

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2024/06/29

This episode delves into the perils that incarcerated individuals face from both prison officials and fellow inmates. The Washington Department of Corrections, along with the Justice and Penal Systems, are obligated to safeguard the rights, safety, health, and well-being of those incarcerated. My fiancée, who is currently held at the Washington Corrections Center for Women, is in a facility known for its heightened risk of abuse. It is crucial to publicize accounts of mismanagement and rights

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00:10:56

Prison Overcrowding and Potential Solutions

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2024/06/29

Kimberly Carter, who is incarcerated at the Washington Corrections Center for Women, is starting a series on prison overcrowding. She will discuss her perspective on how the state of Washington could tackle this issue by proposing alternatives.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-wilborn/support

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00:30:49

Voices Beyond the Bars: Cultivating Wellness and...

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2024/06/22

This episode delves into the potential of fostering mental wellness and preventing crime through communication with incarcerated individuals. Open and honest dialogue with those in prison can cultivate meaningful connections and provide insights that contribute to reducing incarceration rates and offering a sense of purpose in life. Engaging with incarcerated individuals may result in enriching relationships.--- Support this podcast:

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00:29:16

Prisoners Who Don't Want Prison Reform

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2024/06/19

In this episode, Greg Brown talks about the reluctance of some incarcerated individuals towards prison reform. Well-intentioned people enter the prison system aiming to enact positive changes but often become sidetracked. The Washington Department of Corrections is urged to offer resources and support to those incarcerated individuals who seek improvements but find themselves lacking initiative.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-wilborn/support

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00:21:00

Greg Brown discusses how millions of dollars are...

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2024/06/17

In this episode, an AI voice delivers a message from Greg Brown. He addresses the issue of the Washington Department of Corrections breaching state law regarding the seizure of funds from incarcerated individuals. He points out that WADOC officials are benefiting from this unlawful activity, leaving the incarcerated individuals without recourse.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/joel-wilborn/support

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00:28:26

Prison Relationships

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2024/06/15

In this episode, I explore the complexities of relationships involving incarcerated individuals. These connections, whether between two incarcerated people or with someone on the outside, present challenges. However, they can also enhance mental well-being, lower the likelihood of reoffending, and contribute to crime reduction. Establishing a pen pal relationship with someone in prison can foster a deeper comprehension of criminal motivations and affirm personal value. It's crucial for prison

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00:35:09

American Felonist

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2024/06/08

In this episode, the discussion centers on the negative connotations associated with bias against individuals convicted of crimes. It argues that the American criminal justice system, including the penal system, law enforcement, and the media, should shift their focus from the offense to the individual offender. It advocates for the reintegration of former inmates into society without the stigma attached to their crimes, emphasizing the importance of understanding their motives and mental

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00:38:57

Paula Gardner's $9.9 mil Settlement

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2024/06/01

In this episode, I explore my involvement in the Paula Gardner settlement, which stemmed from the Washington Department of Corrections' negligent medical treatment. The WADOC expended an excessive amount of time and effort preventing me from interacting with Paula Gardner, rather than collaborating with us to ensure she received the appropriate care for her HPV and heightened cancer risk diagnoses. https://americanquittancesociety.org/paulas-story.html--- Support this podcast:

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00:29:08

Inside the Department of Corrections

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2024/05/25

This episode explores the adverse impacts of incarceration on individuals within the penal system. Candice Baughman, a former inmate, seeks to raise public awareness about the effects that the Washington Department of Corrections has on both the community and those incarcerated. It is crucial for the DOC to be accountable for its actions, and for the government to actively oversee the entire penal system to guarantee the upkeep of policies and procedures. https://youtu.be/qlWtv1rZIn0--- Support

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00:32:26

Padding Prison Budgets

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2024/05/18

In this eye-opening episode, I delve into the intricate workings of the Washington Department of Corrections Incarcerated Individual Betterment Fund. Amidst national concerns, I uncover the unsettling reality of prison officials allegedly misappropriating funds meant for the incarcerated. These funds, crucial for the welfare of incarcerated individuals, are reportedly being diverted into the I/I Betterment Fund, raising questions about transparency and accountability. With the appeals process

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00:26:14

Covering up the Truth

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2024/05/11

In this podcast episode, I delve into the secretive world of prison officials concealing improper activities within correctional facilities. My informant reveals a startling incident: an inmate possessing a cell phone and an unapproved necklace, both gifts from a prison nurse with whom he shared a romantic connection. Surprisingly, he didn’t hide this relationship from fellow inmates. These incidents, often swept under the rug, may be resolved through payments, transfers, or early retirements

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00:06:56

Greg Brown: Law Library

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2024/05/08

In this podcast, Greg Brown delves into the intricacies of a lawsuit he filed against prison officials for prohibiting inmates from conversing in the prison law library and removing self-help law books. Brown cites a landmark Supreme Court ruling, Board of Education, Island Trees Union Free School District No. 26 v. Pico, which established that once an institution decides to provide access to certain materials, it cannot arbitrarily remove them without a valid justification. Drawing parallels

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00:23:26

Restricting Rehabilitation

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2024/05/04

In this episode, I address my indefinite suspension from visitation rights. I was prohibited from visiting my fiancée, Paula Gardner, and was even unable to send her electronic messages. Despite the Washington DOC's assertions that it encourages communication between incarcerated individuals and their loved ones, their measures suggest the contrary. The interaction with loved ones and the external world plays a crucial role in recidivism, rehabilitation, and mental health. There is a pressing

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00:22:45

Greg Brown: TWILIGHT ZONE

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2024/04/29

In this captivating episode of his podcast, Washington State Penitentiary inmate Greg Brown takes us on a tumultuous journey through a day that changed his life forever. What begins as a simple errand to the prison library on May 23, 2003, quickly spirals into a maddening ordeal of bureaucratic insanity and injustice. As Greg navigates a world of chaos and confusion, he encounters hostile corrections officers, false accusations, and blatant misconduct that threaten to shatter his sanity. With each

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