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AQS Inmate Call
Supportive relationships play a crucial role in shaping our confidence and self-worth, enabling us to achieve success. One often overlooked aspect is the impact that connecting with incarcerated individuals can have on both parties involved. Engaging in conversations with those who are incarcerated can create a significant positive change, not only for them but also for ourselves.
Episodes
AQS Inmate CallGerald Lott: Recovery and Transformation
What if the real opposite of addiction is not sobriety, butconnection? Gerald Lott shares the hard-earned recovery playbook that turns isolation, prison, and…
AQS Inmate CallAnne Carpenter: His Quest for Beautiful Women
In this episode, Ann shares his journey of gender transition while incarcerated, his preferences in a partner, and insights into the experiences of trans…
AQS Inmate CallCynthia Rhodes: In Her Own Words
This episode sheds light on the critical issues of medical neglect and human rights violations within the prison system, featuring a firsthand account from…
AQS Inmate CallForced Hospitalization
In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, Joel Wilborn uncovers how forced psychiatric hospitalization expands the reach of the criminal legal system. From emergency…
AQS Inmate CallTeens Behind Bars
When a teenager is sentenced as an adult, the punishment doesn’t stop at the prison gate — it ripples through families, friendships, and futures. Host Joel…
AQS Inmate CallThe DOC Last Reply
In this episode, Joel Wilborn shares a recent experience with the Washington Department of Corrections — including two visitation and communication denials…
AQS Inmate CallWilliam Bailey: Personal Transformation
In this episode, William Bailey shares his powerful journey from trauma and addiction to hope and recovery. His story highlights the importance of resilience…
AQS Inmate CallThe Hidden Toll of Accelerated Aging
When you are sentenced to life, the system doesn’t just take your time—it rapidly consumes your body.In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, we expose the brutal…
AQS Inmate CallHow Prison Policies Reflect Political Power
When states abolish discretionary parole, does early release actually disappear? In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, Joel breaks down a powerful, eye-opening…
AQS Inmate CallReentry Navigators: Guiding the Path to Second Chances
Reentry isn’t a moment — it’s a maze.This episode breaks down Washington’s Reentry Navigator program, the statewide push behind it, and the lived reality of…
AQS Inmate CallThe Severed Lifeline
In this episode, we expose the quiet crisis spreading through America's correctional facilities: the systematic replacement of physical mail with digital…
AQS Inmate CallShalin Alltus: When the Victim’s Daughter Speaks Out
In the podcast “The Case of Shalin Alltus,” Shalin recounts the events that led to her uncle’s murder. In this episode, Shalin’s cousin, Americus Alltus…
AQS Inmate CallSurviving the System: Krissi Jacobson on Turning Pain into Purpose
Imagine your lowest moments becoming your greatest source of strength. Krissi Jacobson’s raw and powerful story reveals how she faced trauma in prison and…
AQS Inmate CallSafety and Privacy
The debate over prison housing just hit the federal level. The U.S. Department of Justice has opened a civil‑rights investigation into the Washington…
AQS Inmate CallHelp or Harm
When the gate opens, the real test begins.In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, we break down why post‑incarceration DOC support is the difference between…
AQS Inmate CallDangerous Oversight
When is the last time you questioned the real human cost behind prison policies? A shocking investigation by the Office of the Corrections Ombuds exposes…
AQS Inmate CallDisclosing the DOC
Constitutional violations within government agencies—particularly the Department of Corrections—often remain hidden behind non-disclosure agreements and…
AQS Inmate CallInside the Walls: A Jailhouse Lawyer's Perspective
This conversation explores the experiences of an inmate navigating the complexities of prison life, including legal advocacy, security levels, health and…
AQS Inmate CallThe B-Pod Crisis
This episode of AQS Inmate Call investigates a harrowing night at the Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW). Through first-hand accounts from…
AQS Inmate CallA Tale of Two Cities
For years, the Pacific Northwest was seen as a progressive utopia. But today, the headlines tell a grittier story. With Seattle ranking 4th in the nation for…
AQS Inmate CallThe Grievance System is Designed to Fail
A deep dive into why grievance systems in both federal prisons and Washington State reject nearly all complaints — especially medical ones. We break down new…
AQS Inmate CallWhen the System Pretends it Doesn't Know
A federal women’s prison in Texas is facing new allegations of staff sexual misconduct — and the story exposes a nationwide pattern that Washington State knows…
AQS Inmate CallCynthia Rhodes and Medical Care Punishment
In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, host Joel Wilborn shares the harrowing experiences of Cynthia Rhodes, a 66-year-old incarcerated woman at the Washington…
AQS Inmate CallHorses, Healing, and the Quiet Work of Change
In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, we go inside the walls of the Washington Corrections Center for Women to discover an unlikely source of healing: horses…
AQS Inmate CallInside the WCCW: A Call for Change
In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, host Joel Wilborn discusses the importance of advocating for inmates and addressing systemic issues within correctional…
AQS Inmate CallThe Hidden Crisis in Corrections: Safety, Policy, and Human Rights
This episode explores the complex issues within the Washington State Department of Corrections, focusing on inmate safety, systemic failures, and the…
AQS Inmate CallCorrecting Behavior
This episode explores the realities of the correctional system, focusing on the importance of resources, healthcare, and advocacy for incarcerated individuals…
AQS Inmate CallTina Stewart's Murder: Lessons
Tina Stewart deserved safety. Instead, she became another preventable victim of intimate partner violence. In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, we examine the…
AQS Inmate CallUnderstanding Recidivism: Why So Many Return to Prison
Why do so many people return to prison after release—and what would it take to break the cycle? In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, we dig into the reality of…
AQS Inmate CallOver Capacity: IDOC Budget Crisis
Idaho’s prison system is buckling under historic overcrowding and rising costs — and the state’s budget can’t keep up. This episode breaks down why the Idaho…
AQS Inmate CallAbuse of Power in the Washington Department of Corrections
This conversation delves into the critical issues surrounding the Washington State Department of Corrections, highlighting the need for transparency…
AQS Inmate CallCynthia Rhodes’ Journey
In this episode, host Joel Wilborn tells the moving story of Cynthia Rhodes a wheelchair-using inmate at the Washington Corrections Center for Women. Through a…
AQS Inmate CallThe Impact of Kala Williams' Murder
A decade after 20‑year‑old Kala Williams vanished from Spokane, her story continues to echo through the Northwest. What began as a missing‑person search became…
AQS Inmate CallA Conversation with Anthony Covert
Anthony discusses the public's misconceptions of incarcerated individuals.Securus identification: DOC 335988
AQS Inmate CallThe Lessons of a Serial Rapist
Kevin Coe, known as Spokane’s South Hill Rapist, was recently released from McNeil Island. In response, State Senator Mark Schoesler has introduced a bill…
AQS Inmate CallGhost Children
This discussion looks at how parental incarceration deeply affects kids and families, stressing the value of community support, mentorship, and open…
AQS Inmate Call40 Dollars Out The Gate
In this episode, host Joel Wilborn discusses the critical issue of gate money, the financial assistance provided to ex-prisoners upon their release. He shares…
AQS Inmate CallHating the DOC
This conversation explores the challenges facing the Department of Corrections (DOC) and the public animosity it often receives. The host highlights the need…
AQS Inmate CallLearning From Inmates
This conversation explores the complexities of the prison system, shedding light on the struggles inmates face and the pressing need for reform. The host talks…
AQS Inmate CallCriminal Mentoring
In this conversation, host Joel Wilborn explores the complexities of crime prevention, emphasizing that there is no single solution to stopping crime. He…
AQS Inmate CallAbusing Juveniles
This episode confronts the harrowing legacy of systemic abuse within juvenile detention centers, centering on a decades-long case in Spokane County where…
AQS Inmate CallThe Intersection of Politics and Prison Reform
In this discussion, host Joel Wilborn dives into the overlap between politics and prison reform, exploring the impacts of socialism versus capitalism. He…
AQS Inmate CallNot for Everyone
In this episode, Joel Wilborn dives into life's ups and downs, highlighting the value of planning, addressing complaints, and the importance of having support…
AQS Inmate CallThe Outs Inspiration
In this discussion, host Joel Wilborn explores the challenges of violence, the journey of redemption, and the value of community support for those who have…
AQS Inmate CallThe Transgender Debate
This conversation delves into the complex issues surrounding safety and gender identity within the prison system, particularly focusing on the experiences of…
AQS Inmate CallThe Power of Voice
In this episode, host Joel Wilborn discusses the importance of connection for incarcerated individuals, the legacy of philanthropist Agnes Gund, and the need…
AQS Inmate CallBlaming Opinions
Joel Wilborn delves into mental wellness amidst societal violence and conflict, urging people to focus on objects rather than individuals when addressing…
AQS Inmate CallIncarcerating Children
This discussion explores the challenges of the juvenile justice system, the struggles young inmates face, and how childhood trauma influences criminal…
AQS Inmate CallDOC Money Issues
This conversation delves into the challenges faced by the Washington state prison system, particularly focusing on the women's prison facilities. The…
AQS Inmate CallDebra Canady: Trans Medical Bias
Debra Canady recounts a visit to the dental office during her incarceration. She highlights the bias the DOC shows towards transgender and straight…
AQS Inmate CallA Transgender Assualt
Faith Booher-Smith has reported being the victim of an assault perpetrated by Christopher Williams, an individual who identifies as female. Williams was…
AQS Inmate CallRehabilitation Over Punishment: A New Perspective
In this conversation, the host discusses the role of the Department of Corrections, emphasizing the importance of rehabilitation over punishment. The…
AQS Inmate CallDOC Safety and Security
In this episode, host Joel Wilborn discusses the critical issues surrounding the rights and treatment of inmates in prisons. He emphasizes the importance of…
AQS Inmate CallPrison Wellness Checks
This conversation delves into the critical issue of mental wellness within the prison system, highlighting the need for proper mental health evaluations and…
AQS Inmate CallThe DOC and Bestiality
In this conversation, host Joel Willborn discusses the challenges of advocating for individuals reintegrating from prison, highlighting the barriers posed by…
AQS Inmate CallVulnerable Inmates
In this conversation, the host discusses the challenges and responsibilities of being a prison advocate, focusing on the importance of listening to inmates and…
AQS Inmate CallThe DOC's Free Pass
In this conversation, Joel Wilborn, a prison advocate, discusses the dire conditions within incarceration facilities, the need for public awareness and…
AQS Inmate CallInside the Walls: A Deep Dive into Prison Life
In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, host Joel Wilborn discusses various aspects of prison life, the importance of communication and transparency within the…
AQS Inmate CallRedemption and Reentry: A Journey of Hope
In this episode of AQS Inmate Call, host Joel Wilborn discusses the challenges faced by individuals reentering society after incarceration. He shares personal…
AQS Inmate CallA Call for Change
This conversation delves into the pressing issues surrounding California prisons, focusing on the restrictions placed on inmates' communication, the lack of…