When you’ve got wealth, celebrity, and the right political connections, your pathway to freedom looks very different from the rest of us. We’ll unpack how class and influence shape outcomes, from prison sentences to presidential pardons and why everyday people impacted by this system are still waiting for mercy that may never come.

In this episode, we talk about what it’s like to be watched all the time: on the unit and on parole. From guards listening in on phone calls to cameras in every hallway, to parole officers showing up unannounced, the surveillance never stops. We share our own stories about the pressure of always being monitored and how it shapes your sense of freedom, even after release.

This week, we’re talking about the prison moms. You know, the ones who weren’t our real mamas but stepped into that role when we needed it most. The ones who looked out for us, gave us advice (even when we didn’t ask for it), made sure we ate, and reminded us who we were when we started to forget.Every woman who’s done time knows about those “play” moms, the aunties, big sisters, and OGs who showed us love in a place built to break us. In this episode, we’re sharing stories, laughs, and some tears for the women who helped raise us on the inside.This one’s for the mommas who held it down.

Marci Marie and Toonche are On The Recyard talking about the wild ways that they strip search incarcerated women in Texas prisons.

Toonche turned out for Rec and is sitting by herself, and talking to people about random stuff. What will Marci think?

In this episode of On The Recyard, Marci Marie and Toonche kick back and reflect on what "second chances" really mean: from the yard to the free world. Whether it’s rebuilding trust, reclaiming our power, or just getting through another day with hope, this episode is all about the real stories of resilience and redemption.Join us as we talk about the moments that shaped us, the people who believed in us, and why second chances aren’t just possible, they’re necessary. Pull up a bench and chill with us on the recyard #OnTheRecyard #SecondChances #WomensPrisonPodcast #LivedExperienceLeads #PrisonReform #RedemptionStories

Listen as we get a live update from the attorney!

Prison isn’t just about serving time. It’s about control. From solitary confinement to loss of visits, mail, and basic privileges, punishment comes in many forms. But some of the most painful punishments aren’t just about isolation or restriction. They’re about humiliation.This week, we’re talking about the ways punishment is used to break people down, from petty write-ups to degrading strip searches and being denied access to things that make you feel human. We’ll share personal stories, the unwritten rules of prison discipline, and the moments that made us ask: is this about safety, or just about power?Join us live Wednesday at 7 PM CST! Subscribe to our YouTube channel and be part of the conversation.#OnTheRecyard #PrisonPunishment #HumiliationAsPunishment #EndMassIncarceration