In this episode, Amy and Nicole share their experiences as prison girlfriends. They discuss the process of coming out and telling the first person about their boyfriends' incarceration. They also talk about the reactions and support they received from friends and family. The conversation then shifts to the discovery of the arrests and the emotional roller coaster that followed. Amy and Nicole share how they reconnected with their boyfriends and the challenges they faced in maintaining their relationships. They also discuss the sentencing and the time their boyfriends have to serve in prison. In this conversation, Nicole and Amy share their personal experiences as prison girlfriends and discuss the challenges and joys of maintaining relationships with incarcerated loved ones. They talk about the fast passage of time and the slow pace of daily life, the importance of emotional intimacy in long-distance relationships, and the support they have found in online communities. They also recount the serendipitous way their paths crossed and the unique connections they have made through their shared experiences. The conversation highlights the need for prison reform and aims to break stereotypes and stigmas associated with prison relationships. The hosts express their mission to give a voice to those who are incarcerated and to provide support and guidance for others navigating the prison system.
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*Music by Alex Grohl: "Rebellions"
