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PrisonologyMental and Physical Implications of Anabolic SteroidsPrisonology Podcast
Mental and Physical Implications of Anabolic Steroids
William Noguera explains how cash rewards, million dollar contracts, and accolades make anabolic steroids extremely tempting to athletes. But, is it worth it? Overnight, they transformed William, a teenager, into a vicious fighter, winning cash prices at underground fighting rings. However, he became unable to control his anger or process his emotions. These drugs cloud an individual’s judgment and can have deadly outcomes. What started with his father buying anabolic steroids in Tijuana, led William down a path towards a life sentence. ...2023-05-1720 minPrisonologyWilliam & Steroids: Psychological Lighter FluidPrisonology Podcast
William & Anabolic Steroids: Psychological Lighter Fluid
There are serious ramifications to taking anabolic steroids to enhance athletic performance and build muscle. Among them, steroids often exacerbate underlying mental health issues and trigger rage. William Noguera opens up about his own experience, taking them at only thirteen and throughout puberty. His father pushed the anabolic steroid, dianabol, at him to give him a competitive fighting edge. He grew enormous for his age and won huge competitions, but his emotions were off the charts.
1:40 Topic of conversation
3:30 History...2023-05-1720 minPrisonologyFighting for Father’s ApprovalPrisonology Podcast
Fighting for Father’s Approval
William Noguera's desire for his father's approval started when he was only five years old, enrolled in martial arts tournaments for his father’s entertainment. Their complicated relationship had a lasting impact on Will, who wishes their relationship could’ve healed before his death. His experience as a competitive fighter taught him useful skills for prison life: discipline, survival skills, the ability to physically defend and assert dominance when called for.
1:41 Fighter identity
4:05 Relationship with father
13:35 Bullying in school
14:40 Childhood trauma
17:26 ...2023-05-0441 minPrisonologyStudying Serial Killers
Prisonology Podcast
Studying Serial Killers
William Noguera worked as a caregiver to elderly serial killers for nearly a decade. Through that unique experience, he observed their “ticks” and learned how their brains were wired differently. William differentiates serial killers from the average prisoner and shares the story of when he met Charles Manson. There are prisoners who can, can’t, want to, and don’t to be rehabilitated. He puts serials killers in the category of can’t be and shouldn’t be rehabilitated.
1:41 Story of Steven
9:20 Actions speak louder
11:20 Individuals who...2023-05-0443 minPrisonologyFinding Who You Are: The Power of Letting Go of Your PastPrisonology Podcast
How to Rehabilitate a Convict: Exploring Father-Son Relationships
Dr. Reymon Ethnasios and William Noguera continue their conversation on rehabilitating convicts and discuss their family histories. William dedicated his book to his late father, who he loved and had a complicated relationship with. His father gave him steroids at only 13 for fighting, which started him down the wrong path. There are two key words that William uses in rehabilitation today: un-condition and integrate. Often, inmates find themselves confined behind bars, because they felt pigeonholed by what society expected from them. Fortunately, it's nev...2023-04-2145 minPrisonologyThe Process of Rehabilitating a ConvictPrisonology Podcast
How to Rehabilitate a Convict: The Process
Dr. Reymon Ethnasios and William Noguera discuss the power of education and the process of rehabilitating a convict. Within the confines of William's prison courtyard classrooms, he encourages his fellow inmates to accept responsibility and shed the negative behavior patterns that led them there. Not all prisoners are receptive to William’s guidance; one must possess a sense of hope. In California, policymakers have reevaluated parole requirements for individuals who committed crimes when they were 25 and younger. While violent offenders should face consequences, those who...2023-04-2137 minPrisonologySolitary ConfinementWilliam and Dr Rey discuss solitary confinement. William will share his own experiences in San Quentin's solitary confinement and discuss the psychological effects it had on him. Arriving to San Quentin at just 22 years old, William has an amazing experience in solitary that changes the course of his life. William and Dr Rey will discuss policy implications, and how solitary has been used and misused in the past. 2023-04-1141 minPrisonologyThe Artists that Saved William: How You Can Find Purpose in PrisonPrisonology Podcast
Finding Purpose and Rehabilitation
William Noguera was always an artist, but he discovered his love for Expressionist art while reading art history books in prison. His biggest source of inspiration is the abstract painter, Mark Rothko. Creating art helps William process trauma, feel a sense of escape within his cell, and has gained him recognition in galleries across the world. His book, "Escape Artist," delves deeper into how painting has profoundly impacted his life.
1:41 Expressionist artists
4:19 Reading about artists
7:20 Robert Alton Harris
8:38 Processing trauma
10:40 ...2023-03-2946 minPrisonologyTake Responsibility and Stop Being a VictimTo really rehabilitate in prison, an inmate either takes responsibility for his life and chooses to move forward or he will remain a victim and continue to leech from society. In this episode, William and Dr Rey discuss what it takes to take responsibility for your life. To feel a connection with society and want to contribute to it, instead of feeling owed by society and expecting hand-outs from it. William traces back on his life on San Quentin's Death Row and the many people he's encountered who have taught him about their rehab process. William also takes us...2023-03-2947 min
PrisonologyRace and Politics in Prison CulturePrisonology Podcast
Race & Mental Health in Prison
Dr. Reymon Ethnasios and William Noguera discuss race relations in prison. William discusses how primal survival instincts operate in prison, including the formation of large prison gangs, are driven by the herd mentality. In this episode, William explains that racism and race bias perpetuates victimization and discourages individuality. Mental health is also a pressing issue in prisons and although services are available, not many inmates access them. Ultimately, both the prison system and society at large could benefit from a prison system that rehabilitates bc these prisoners will one day return to s...2023-03-1846 min