Concrete Mama: An Unincarcerated Podcast

Introducing Uncuffed: “Unexpected Family”

This week, we're partnering with San Quentin's Uncuffed podcast to bring you their latest episode, "Unexpected Family." Family can mean a lot of different thin

"No One Can Do It Alone"

In our season finale, Megean and Anthony take calls from up and down the West Coast on 131.3 KWSP, discussing post-incarceration struggles and the importance of a communi

BONUS - A Conversation with Ear Hustle's Earlonne Woods

Hear Demar, Red, and Vik’s full, uncut conversation with Earlonne Woods, the host of the OG prison podcast Ear Hustle. Hosted on BuzzSprout. See https://www.buzzsprout.c

"One Day at a Time"

Red and Vik facilitate a meeting with a group of men in various stages of addiction recovery, and Sergeant Chase Harvey sits in to offer his candid perspective as a staff

"Solitary"

Nate Bowers conducts a detailed investigation into the lasting impacts of solitary confinement, poring over archival interviews with Dr. Keramet Reiter from UC Irvine, an

"Where's Santos?"

Born Santos Brown, Anthony has spent his life straddling cultures, families, freedoms, and identities. As a child, he was separated from his birth family and hurled into

BONUS - A Conversation with Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown

Demar and Red sit down with Nick Brown, the Attorney General of Washington State for a wide-ranging conversation about life, politics, and family. Hosted on BuzzSprout.

"Restorative Justice"

Rachel sets out on a journey to understand how restorative justice practices can help her come to terms with some of her unresolved trauma. Answers come in the form of Eu

"You Can Be More Than Me"

Demar and Vanessa exchange voicemail messages reflecting on their bond and their shared journey as their son Avonye approaches his 18th birthday. Demar and Red interview

"It's Okay Not to Be Okay"

In an environment saturated with stigma and designed to keep you isolated, where can you turn to safely talk about your feelings? For a handful of men in WSP’s medium sec

"Free Your Truth"

On our first journey back inside the walls of the Washington State Penitentiary, Demar, Red, and Vik sit down with Earlonne Woods from Ear Hustle to discuss the impact of

Season 2 Prologue - "When We Last Left Our Heroes"

BAM! POW! CONCRETE MAMA: THE PODCAST is back for Season 2, and there’s a lot to catch up on. Since the last time we heard from our heroes, they’ve found new purpose, new

BONUS - "All Roads Lead to Walla Walla"

Rachel and Anthony sit down to reflect on an early recording with the full Concrete Mama team, discussing the reception of Season 1 and overcoming changes in the crew&apo

BONUS - "It's a Big World Out There”

As we work on production for Season 2, we wanted to offer a few brief glimpses into how our hosts' lives are progressing in real-time. Anthony recently celebrated on

"We Made It"

On our season finale, Demar and Red introduce us to a handful of the most talented creatives incarcerated at WSP, and Anthony and Demar reunite for a candid conversation

"The Wrap-Up Q&A"

Before we wrap up the season with our finale next week, the crew sits down to answer another round of listener questions. This week, topics include having pets in prison,

"Deedee"

You know him as Concrete Mama’s resident historian, but this week, we journey down the winding road of Steven “Red” Edwards’ life, painting a vivid picture of a man who’s

"My First Time Down"

Whether you’re doing time, visiting a loved one, volunteering your time, or clocking in as a staff member, everyone has a first day in prison. Today, the crew tackles the

"We Don't Change... We Heal"

Follow the team on an unprecedented journey behind the scenes of prison programming and community engagement, as the Black Prisoners’ Caucus puts on a Juneteenth event op

"The Mid-Season Q&A"

As we hit the halfway mark of our inaugural season, Vik and Rachel sit down with Anthony, Demar, and Red to discuss the making of the first four episodes, and the show’s