Notes From The Pen

The fellas wanna lay down some deeper thoughts about political correctness. Instead, while cramped for time, they venture onto a wild tangent that is juvenile and sophomoric and completely on brand. Clearly the most high brow intellectual episode to date.  (Apologies to Mama C for certain visuals she will not want)

The phone calls surrounding episode 68.  We. Are. Idiots.  

The swarthy one gets a day reprieve from the confines of LOP. He does another reading for the show. It appears he has some family issues the captain can relate to. Then Bobby walks us through a more in depth look at Blaze. Bobby then pivots to talking about his lifer friend Big Rob -who seems to be a man that is not to be trifled with.  You can read more about Bobby and prison reform on the w...

This is a large portion of the after show rap sesh between Jen and the Captain. Although the original episode covers a lot of ground, this extra audio adds to Jen's fascinating story arch. 

Yes, it's true. This is a must listen. The captain, probably like you, is fascinated by how this happened.  Schnertz sits down with Jen and tries to get all the interesting questions answered. There are many aspects to this and we are sure this episode will entertain. So much so that there will likely be a part two. You may wanna look for it after listening to this. You can read more about Bo...

This episode goes over Bobby's health, show format, gun control, scrote-talk and more! This is also Freddie's first attempt at taking over St Producer's behind the scenes production work. This episode was recorded before the storming of the capitol.  You can read more about Bobby and prison reform on our website:  notesfromthepen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotesFromThePen Instagram: https://...

Warning! Political talk (sorta). Bobby and the Captain publish a rare midweek episode. This is immediately after we saw the insurrection at the capitol on January 6th. 

The Cpt asks Bobby a few tough 'viewer' questions, which leads to a discussion about crime and punishment. Life behind bars is full of isolation and lost connections with the outside world making New Year’s Day the least favorite holiday among inmates, which moody Bobby reminds us of. It’s also hard to remain positive when you’re constantly surrounded by negatively, failure, and hopelessness day a...

Michigan Parole Board process and more view questions.  How much time, and how long does a Michigan parole board meet with inmates during their entire sentence? You're going to be floored when you find out in this podcast. I knew the state incarceration system is messed up, I also knew that the state recidivism rate is high...so I was prepared for an absurd answer...but when I found out I was...

If you could go back in time and have have a talk with your younger self...what would you say? In between prison phone calls Bobby records a personal message for his son, Cassius.  If you know someone who suffers with depression or addiction please have them reach out to the Crisis hotline by calling 988.  To hear the entire episode please sign up on Patreon.  You can read more about Bobby and pri...

This episode travels backwards in time with Bobby steering the ship for a bit...turns out the Cpt had just ate a magic candy bar.  You can read more about Bobby and prison reform on our website:   notesfromthepen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotesFromThePen You can also find us on the following podcast platforms: Anchor Apple Podcasts Breaker Google Podcasts Radio Public Spotify Stit...

Ahhh holiday time with the family as the Cpt and Bobby talk about gatherings and all the trappings. We also learn what celebrating holidays behind bars is like, the fall out from making dildos, and how Blaze is taking November to the next level. At one point Bobby recalls how, shortly after getting off LOP, he was able to steal a few minutes of solitude and become one with the grass.  You can...

Bobby shares his love for a certain, degenerate saint who lives in Bisbee AZ. Nutrition in prisons are notoriously bad and Bobby has enough sodium in his system to salt the entire state of Michigan during the winter months. Growing up as 1/2 asian has Bobby reflecting on the stereotypes, and his drunken search for his biological father. If you liked this episode please visit Notes From The Pen on...

More of the LOP Chronicles. The guys have avoided talking about politics on the podcasts...but that's about to change with this episode. The Cpt misses a Commie meeting in order to get this one out, and Bobby manages to pick apart political arguments - on both sides.  You can read more about Bobby and prison reform on our website:  notesfromthepen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotesFromThePen Y...

Bonus beginning clip on this episode, and we also have another guest appearance from GR Joe...aka GR Juice...aka Herpes-Herpes-Herpes!  The guys talk about criminal intent as used in the justice system, Joe learns a new word as he walks off time while sleeping, and they talk about getting old behind bars.  You can read more about Bobby and prison reform on our website:  notesfromthepen.com Twitter...

Oh boy...this one will have you leaning in on every word when Bobby re-tells one of Marshall's fights in prison. Truly a frightening image for sure when we hear how Marshall is nearly killed for standing up against a sexual predator. In between stories from  Marshall - aka Kelly Bundy - and Bobby you'll find a bit of humor, some tales that will leave the hair on the back of your neck stand up...

More great viewer questions are answered and this particular one addresses sleep etiquette behind bars, and what will Chino do with Catfish's soul when he gets out.  GR Joe, aka GR Juice, aka Beetle Juice, aka Gun Rue, and now aka John Pence...talks about parenting while behind bars. More specifically, having to talk with his daughter about something found under her bed.  Episode 34 also...

Keeping a sense of humor while incarcerated is vital and in this episode the guys talk about some of the pranks that take place behind bars. We also get to listen to the 9 Finger Mexican...aka Torro...attempt to record a podcast promo. After numerous tries (too many to include in this episode) Torro finally lands one we can use, it's hard to hear but Bobby yells from the background that it's "perf...

In addition to Bobby talking about forced labor behind bars...he also addresses the distress or uneasiness of mind caused by the fear of the institutional hammer coming down on his head at any moment. As Bobby says, "living the LOP life". The guys also answer more viewer questions.  If you thought slavery was abolished with the 13th Amendment you'd be wrong! Slavery is alive and well in Ameri...

Today we get to hear Bobby explain how the Michigan Department Of Corrections punishes inmates for not showing up for slave labor, even when they don't tell you where you're supposed to go to perform that slave labor. Argh...it's another example of the failed mass incarceration system that most on the outside don't even know about. Issuing punishment tickets (LOP) for minor infractions - including...

Bonus Pre-Show clip, followed by Episode #28; where Bobby talks about what it's like getting ready to attend a college creative writing class held in the prison Chapel. From his Ray Ban glasses, broken watch...to his magazine cologne samples...he takes us along for the journey as he preps for the big day. Additional listener questions included.  You can read more about Bobby and prison reform...

This one starts out with Blaze apologizing for some things he said on his last podcast visit, and ends with a visit from the 9 Finger Mexican.  You can read more about Bobby and prison reform on our website:  notesfromthepen.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/NotesFromThePen You can also find us on the following podcast platforms: Anchor Apple Podcasts (iTunes) Breaker Google Podcasts Radio Public S...

Bobby doesn't hide, or push back his feelings of sadness, his melancholy, or cover up the fact that he still has to look inward to maintain personal growth. This episode was a reaction from some feelings he was experiencing the day before. Just when he started placing happiness on the top shelf, he realized that happiness can be a fleeting reaction to temporary pleasures. Then...just when the guys...

Barb, a transgender inmate in Michigan's prison, joins the podcast and shares her experience being locked up in what's referred to as the Doll House. Listeners will get to explore the battles of morality in prison. We also learn that Barb doesn't have many people in her life and is often left feeling alone and isolated. This is another episode that gives a voice to those our nation so...

Short pre-show bonus clip included in this episode. # 22 - Bobby's new prison ID photo is a big hit in the Doll House. Listeners get to meet Blaze the Mayor of Parnall, learn what a Door-Tag is, GR Joe makes a late appearance, getting hooked on the Bravo TV shows, the guys talk about health issues, and GR Joe creates a new chant for the gift that keeps on giving.   You can read more about Bobby an...