Prisoncast!
WBEZPrisoncast! is a show made with and for people in Illinois prisons and jails, and their loved ones on the outside. We feature stories, investigations, interviews, and sounds from beyond prison walls – all requested by our incarcerated listeners. Each episode is a bite-sized bundle of some of our favorites. Take a glimpse inside a carceral system that’s designed to be invisible. Engage us at prison... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 9 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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Latest Episodes
Segments about family and re-entry that were guided, from pitch to final production, by incarcerated Northwestern University students. A song recorded in a former music studio at a state prison. Plus, meet our new co-host for Season 2!
Sister Helen Prejean has been counseling people on death row since the 1980s. To mark the 15th anniversary of Illinois abolishing the death penalty, she joins Prisoncast! to make the case against capital punishment. Plus, some original music produced... more
An incarcerated dad asks to be transferred to a more restrictive prison so he can reconnect with his son who is locked up there. We hear original music written and recorded behind bars. And by request, sounds of a longed-for date on Chicago's Navy Pi... more
Lisa Daniels knows all about forgiveness. When her son Darren was murdered, she did what would be unthinkable for so many of us: She forgave her son’s killer.
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Apple Podcasts5pksmid
United States2 months ago - Amazing show!
I am so happy this is on Apple pods, their holiday specials I have looked forward to and treasured so much and it’s amazing to hear the great work this crew does in this format now!
Apple Podcasts5laurparpartyofoneUnited States2 months ago - Powerful!
The meditation in S1E2 has me 😭. A powerful podcast for everyone to listen to and connect with our shared humanity.
Apple Podcasts5Walk&Talk&Love&ListenUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #113 |  Colombia/Society & Culture/Documentary |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prisoncast!
What is Prisoncast! about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Prisoncast! offers intimate, human-centered conversations about incarceration, focusing on life inside Illinois facilities, family dynamics on the outside, education and rehabilitation, and restorative justice. Episodes mix personal narratives with expert insights, community voices, and sometimes creative elements like music, all aimed at highlighting dignity, systemic barriers, and practical pathways for transformation. The show tends to feature survivors, incarcerated people, advocates, educators, and faith/community leaders, creating a versatile, empathetic look at the carceral system and its ripple effects on families and communities.
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Which podcasts are similar to Prisoncast!?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Prisoncast!:
1. The Daily
How many episodes of Prisoncast! are there?
Prisoncast! launched 4 months ago and published 9 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Prisoncast!?
Recent guests on Prisoncast! include:
1. Sister Helen Prejean
2. Yoel Davis
3. Joel Davis
4. Mary Bradford
5. Pastor Eric Thomas
6. Lisa Daniels
7. Ayanna Contreras
8. Robert Jernigan
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