Michael Ballard, a former yard rep for a white supremacist prison gang, shares his story of life inside Arkansas supermax prisons. In this interview, Michael talks about his role within the gang, the brutal realities of prison life, and the choices that led him down this path. He also opens up about the challenges of leaving that world behind and the lessons he has taken from his time in the system.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction: Locked In Podcast with Michael

00:03:33 Family Dynamics and Parental Relationships

00:07:21 Family Struggles and Support

00:11:12 First Time in a Punishment Facility

00:15:10 Surviving in a Prison Environment

00:18:52 Breaking Point: Losing Everything in California

00:22:50 Impact of Solitary Confinement on Mental Health

00:26:43 Life Inside the Barracks: Open Protocols and Safety Concerns

00:30:46 Life in Supermax: Isolation and Mental Torture

00:34:32 The Role of Elders and Respect in the Group

00:38:13 Life in Supermax: Isolation and its Challenges

00:42:37 Usage and Methods in Prison

00:46:44 The Dilemma of Prison Locks and Violence

00:50:44 Life After Prison: Struggles and Reflections

00:55:40 Navigating Post-Prison Challenges

00:59:56 Making Amends After Prison

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