Corny-Ass Episode

About this episode

The episode explores various personal stories about hugs shared by inmates at San Quentin.

Nigel says no matter where you are, everyone has a story to tell about a hug: good, bad, or awkward. Earlonne isn’t buying it. Thanks to Alonzo, Deonza, Harmon, Maurice, Ralph, Carlos, Michael, and Rocky for speaking to us on the yard at San Quentin. This episode was scored with music by David Jassy, Antwan Williams, Earlonne Woods, Derell Sadiq Davis, and Bruce Wallace. Big thanks to Warden Andes, Lt. Berry, and Sgt. Graves at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center; Acting Warden Parker, Associate Warden Lewis, and Lt. Avina at the California Institution for Women; and Warden De La Cruz and Lt. Vogel at the Central California Women’s Facility for their support of the show. Ear Hustle is coming to the East Coast! Get your tickets at earhustlesq.com/tour . Help us reach 1,000 donors by June 30. Make your gift today at earhustlesq.com/donate. Ear Hustle is a proud member of Radiotopia , from PRX. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

People in this episode

Guests: Alonzo, Deonza, Harmon, Maurice, Ralph, Carlos, Michael, Rocky

Topics covered

• hugs
• stories
• San Quentin
• rehabilitation
• personal experiences

Keywords

• hugs
• San Quentin
• stories
• rehabilitation
• personal experiences
• Ear Hustle
• interviews

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: San Quentin Rehabilitation Center, California Institution for Women, Central California Women’s Facility, Radiotopia, PRX

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