description Ear Hustle Overview
Ear Hustle is a critically acclaimed podcast originating from within San Quentin State Prison. It provides unique nonfiction storytelling through recordings made by inmates and staff, documenting their experiences of prison life.
Launched in 2017, the series offers an intimate perspective on incarceration and its impact. It’s notable for being the first podcast created entirely inside a US correctional facility and is of interest to listeners seeking thoughtful explorations of social justice issues, criminal justice reform, and human narratives.
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Where is the podcast Ear Hustle recorded?
Ear Hustle is uniquely recorded inside San Quentin State Prison in California. It is produced with the collaboration of incarcerated individuals and the prison's media lab.
Who are the main creators and hosts of Ear Hustle?
The podcast was co-founded by artist Nigel Poor alongside Earlonne Woods, who was an inmate at San Quentin at the time. After Woods' sentence was commuted in 2018, they continued producing the show together.
What year did Ear Hustle officially launch?
The podcast officially launched in 2017 after winning a competitive pitch contest held by the audio network Radiotopia. It quickly became one of the most critically acclaimed nonfiction shows of the year.
What topics does Ear Hustle cover in its episodes?
The show documents the daily realities of prison life, covering topics ranging from solitary confinement to finding love while incarcerated. It provides an intimate, first-hand storytelling perspective rarely heard by the general public.
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