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Sounds,08 May 2024,30 mins,

Contains very strong language and graphic violent scenes.

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Running a prison takes a lot of work, and not just by the staff running the place. At San Quentin inmates work regular jobs, earn pennies on the hour and often supplement their income with a side hustle. Thanks to everyone who shared their stories with us for this episode: David Jarrell, Jaime Acosta, Leslie Nelson, Billy “Cowboy” Terry, John Levin, Sandy “Rashid” Lockheart, Chief Jeff Huff, Amika Mota and CDCR Secretary Ralph Diaz. This episode was scored with music by Antwan Williams, David Jassy, Rhashiyd Zinnamon, E. Phil Phillips and Aaron "Showtime" Taylor. If you are suffering distress or despair, details of help and support are available at bbc.co.uk/actionline.

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