Involved

La Tisha Conto & Nathan Keyes

Involved is a fictionalized story, based on true events, about the people on the outside - the family, friends, and loved ones who navigate life alongside those who are incarcerated. Mixing moments of humor and heartbreak, the series explores resilience, love, and the far-reaching impact of incarceration on those inside, those outside who love them, and the broader community.  In Season one of "Involved" we’re introduced to Myra, whose husband’s incarceration at a medium and minimum security prison impacts every aspect of her life. We follow along with her to the prison for visits, as she launches prison wife radio, and reveals the day-to-day complexities of supporting a loved one who is incarcerated. From early episodes where Myra shares her experiences of visiting her husband at prison, to later episodes when he transitions into work release, Myra’s life as a prison wife is explored through candid reflections and intimate anecdotes shedding light on the profound impact of incarceration not only on her husband but also on their relationship and their shared past. In each of the twelve episodes, Myra confronts societal stigma and challenges prevailing narratives about incarceration, advocating for empathy and understanding towards those impacted by the criminal justice system - and making the case that we are ALL impacted in some way or another. Involved is educational, entertaining, and heartfelt while reminding us the System is most definitely the villain. 

Episodes

  1. Episode 8: You Gotta Understanda the Aim of Copaganda

    5D AGO

    Episode 8: You Gotta Understanda the Aim of Copaganda

    Send us a kite In episode 8, Myra explains what Copaganda is (spoiler alert it's propaganda designed to portray law enforcement in a positive light.) She explains the ways Copaganda is included in various aspects of society, from media and entertainment to schools and communities, illustrating how Copaganda influences public opinion and perpetuates harmful narratives. She emphasizes the need to critically examine the role of law enforcement and challenge the narratives propagated by Copaganda. The episode concludes with a catchy bop-a-aganda song about Copaganda.  Listen to the Copaganda song anywhere you stream music. Here are a few:  Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, YouTube Music Visit our site to Watch the Copaganda lyric Video: https://www.involvedpod.com/copaganda-song You can also download the song, lyrics, and an instrumental version if you feel like making your own version. Make sure to tag us if you do, we'd love to hear it! Download the Copaganda song here: https://soundcloud.com/involved-podcast Song Credits:  Lyrics and Performance: La Tisha Conto Music: Mykola Sosin CREDITS Intro voices In order of appearance:  Lex Ward Kassandra Voss Joellen Terranova Davonna Dehay Episode:  Myra: La Tisha Conto  Additional Voices: Nathan Keyes Support the show To continue learning about the experiences of families impacted by incarceration and the broader issues we touched on today, check out our website: Https://InvolvedPod.com There you can find our reading/learning recommendations, learn how to support the show, and check out other episodes.

    19 min
  2. Episode 2: Prison Wives Are Just Like Military Wives

    JAN 22

    Episode 2: Prison Wives Are Just Like Military Wives

    Send us a kite In this episode, Myra  counts down the days until her husband's release and gets into the complexities of solitary confinement - clarifying misconceptions, while describing the harsh realities her husband faces, including loss of personal belongings, the strain of isolation, and the impact on his mental health. Myra shares how she and her husband communicate through coded letters to avoid censorship, maintaining their connection despite the oppressive environment. Myra paints a vivid picture of life as a prison wife, emphasizing the ongoing struggle against the dehumanizing aspects of the prison system. She draws parallels between military spouses and prison spouses, noting the unique challenges faced by those with incarcerated loved ones.  EPISODE CREDITS Intro voices in order of appearance:  Lex Ward Kassandra Voss Joellen Terranova Davonna Dehay Episode:  Myra: La Tisha Conto  Myra’s Husband: Ronald Auguste Commercial Voice: Benita Robledo CO Johnson: Dalina Michaels Tearful Visitor: Davonna Dehay Tads: Jessica Andres Visit the Involved Podcast website to learn more about its creators, find resources for learning and support, and view full credits.  Get More Involved:  Share our podcast. Donate - all donations will be used to bring a second season of the podcast to life. Shoot us a kite. Support the show To continue learning about the experiences of families impacted by incarceration and the broader issues we touched on today, check out our website: Https://InvolvedPod.com There you can find our reading/learning recommendations, learn how to support the show, and check out other episodes.

    28 min

Ratings & Reviews

5
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About

Involved is a fictionalized story, based on true events, about the people on the outside - the family, friends, and loved ones who navigate life alongside those who are incarcerated. Mixing moments of humor and heartbreak, the series explores resilience, love, and the far-reaching impact of incarceration on those inside, those outside who love them, and the broader community.  In Season one of "Involved" we’re introduced to Myra, whose husband’s incarceration at a medium and minimum security prison impacts every aspect of her life. We follow along with her to the prison for visits, as she launches prison wife radio, and reveals the day-to-day complexities of supporting a loved one who is incarcerated. From early episodes where Myra shares her experiences of visiting her husband at prison, to later episodes when he transitions into work release, Myra’s life as a prison wife is explored through candid reflections and intimate anecdotes shedding light on the profound impact of incarceration not only on her husband but also on their relationship and their shared past. In each of the twelve episodes, Myra confronts societal stigma and challenges prevailing narratives about incarceration, advocating for empathy and understanding towards those impacted by the criminal justice system - and making the case that we are ALL impacted in some way or another. Involved is educational, entertaining, and heartfelt while reminding us the System is most definitely the villain.