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This Place

Built in 1852, San Quentin has its own story to tell

This time on Ear Hustle we’re trying something different: we’re diving into San Quentin’s 166-year history. Normally, we get the guys inside to tell stories. But this place itself does speak, and it’s not always through words.

A heads-up: this episode contains graphic descriptions of violence β€” listener discretion is advised.

Below, find the images described in this episode. Click through to view them all. Thanks to George β€œMesro” Coles-El, Richard Richardson aka Bonaru, John Robb, Norman Willhoite, Gregg Sayers, Lee Jasper, Lt. Sam Robinson and Warden Clinton T. Duffy for sharing their stories.

This episode includes music by David Jassy, with contributions from Antwan WIlliams.

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30 minutes