Best Ariel Bassard Podcasts (2024)

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Navigating Technology 30:10

3h ago30:10

30:10

Broderick entered prison in 2008. He left prison in 2022. In this episode he discusses what life is like using new technology. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support

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Dehumanization (TW: see description) 28:54

2M ago28:54

28:54

Today, Adrianna and Broderick discuss the role dehumanization plays in prison. TW: This episode contains discussion of physical assault, sexual assault, rape, and suicide. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support

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Prison Tattoos 25:05

2M ago25:05

25:05

In this episode, Broderick talks all things prison tattoos. This includes how they're made, what designs are used, and how they are applied. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support

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Mental Health (TW: see description) 40:45

3M ago40:45

40:45

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…

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A Day in Prison 28:32

3M ago28:32

28:32

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support

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The Pandemic in Prison 45:31

3M ago45:31

45:31

Here, Broderick shares his inspiring story of overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic in prison. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support

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Prison Brides 50:29

3M ago50:29

50:29

Ever wondered what dating after prison was like? In this episode we discuss life, dating, and how pen pals become wives. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support

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Season 2 Episode 1 REBOOT 40:59

4M ago40:59

40:59

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. --- Support this podcast: h…

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"It's Up to You to Want to Change." 22:56

2+ y ago22:56

22:56

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support…

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The Execution of Larry Griffin 17:35

2+ y ago17:35

17:35

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://murd…

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"I Will Be Punished Everyday by the Memory of What I've Done." 13:09

2+ y ago13:09

13:09

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-piece…

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Last Statements/ The Murders of Joy Hummel, Jodi Hummel, and Clyde Bedford 13:53

2+ y ago13:53

13:53

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 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti…

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Intro to Season 2/ Redo of Episode 1! 22:43

2+ y ago22:43

22:43

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support

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Episode 14: "It Turned My Life Upside Down." 12:21

2+ y ago12:21

12:21

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! --- Support this p…

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Letter 13: Hearing from Keiko Kopp AKA @kay_livenews 19:48

2+ y ago19:48

19:48

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 …

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Letter 11: "I Am Innocent Of This Crime That I Have Been Wrongfully Convicted Of." 12:17

2+ y ago12:17

12:17

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcaste…

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Letter 10: "I Always Knew Right From Wrong." 19:19

2+ y ago19:19

19:19

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support…

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Letter 9: "I Feel Like I Never Had a Real Chance in This World." 19:17

2+ y ago19:17

19:17

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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Interview with Michael Lacey AKA Comrade Sinque 1:05:48

2+ y ago1:05:48

1:05:48

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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Letter 8: There Are Always Two Sides to a Story 15:16

3y ago15:16

15:16

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. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.…

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Letter 7: "Still Standing After 24 Years in Prison." 21:35

3y ago21:35

21:35

This episode is about a man who is serving a life sentence for capital murder. He talks about how peer pressure and other circumstances led him to commit crime. He also contemplates where he would be had he not been incarcerated for the past 24 years. We also receive a response from the man in the episode who was given meth at the age of 13. Source…

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Letter 6: Sentenced to Life at 18 Years Old 19:34

3y ago19:34

19:34

This letter is about a man who received a life sentence at the age of 18 for murder. He talks about how his parents were incarcerated all throughout his childhood and how this led him to be introduced to gang life at a young age. Sources: https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2020/10/juvenile-criminal-justice-children-gangs.html --- Support this podc…

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Letter 5: Robbed of His Childhood 24:04

3y ago24:04

24:04

TW: This episode contains details about child abuse. This episode tells the story of a man who is incarcerated for aggravated robbery. He also tells the story of how he and his siblings were treated throughout his childhood, and how he was forced to grow up at a very young age. At the end of the episode, we also read a response from the man in "A D…

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Letter 4: A look inside 12:55

3y ago12:55

12:55

TW: sexual exploitation of underage children, suicide This episode is unlike one we have done before. In this episode, we hear from a person charged with child pornography. This may be triggering and difficult to hear but we feel that it is important to explore many different circumstances that have led to incarceration. --- Support this podcast: h…

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Letter 3: A Downward Spiral 24:02

3y ago24:02

24:02

This episode is about a man who was introduced to drugs at an unbelievably young age. He was forced to take care of himself growing up, which could have played a role in the choices he made when he got to adulthood. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/prison-pieces/support…

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Letter 2: Is he wrongly convicted? 18:45

3y ago18:45

18:45

This episode features a man who is incarcerated for murder and was sentenced to 90 years in prison. But, there’s a twist: he believes he is wrongly incarcerated. We will read his side of the story and show some facts of the case while still protecting his identity. The rest you can decide on your own; do you believe this man was wrongly convicted? …

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Ariel Bassard Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Pieces from Prison

Ariel and Adrianna Bassard

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Navigating Technology 30:10

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Dehumanization (TW: see description) 28:54

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Prison Tattoos 25:05

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Mental Health (TW: see description) 40:45

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A Day in Prison 28:32

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The Pandemic in Prison 45:31

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Prison Brides 50:29

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Season 2 Episode 1 REBOOT 40:59

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"It's Up to You to Want to Change." 22:56

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The Execution of Larry Griffin 17:35

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"I Will Be Punished Everyday by the Memory of What I've Done." 13:09

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Last Statements/ The Murders of Joy Hummel, Jodi Hummel, and Clyde Bedford 13:53

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Intro to Season 2/ Redo of Episode 1! 22:43

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Episode 14: "It Turned My Life Upside Down." 12:21

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Letter 13: Hearing from Keiko Kopp AKA @kay_livenews 19:48

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Letter 11: "I Am Innocent Of This Crime That I Have Been Wrongfully Convicted Of." 12:17

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Letter 10: "I Always Knew Right From Wrong." 19:19

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Letter 9: "I Feel Like I Never Had a Real Chance in This World." 19:17

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Interview with Michael Lacey AKA Comrade Sinque 1:05:48

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Letter 8: There Are Always Two Sides to a Story 15:16

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Letter 7: "Still Standing After 24 Years in Prison." 21:35

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Letter 6: Sentenced to Life at 18 Years Old 19:34

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Letter 5: Robbed of His Childhood 24:04

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Letter 4: A look inside 12:55

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Letter 3: A Downward Spiral 24:02

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Letter 2: Is he wrongly convicted? 18:45

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