Dog In The Yard
Pistol Pete aka "King of Rikers Island" interviews real life prisoners and celebs that have done hard time and shares his personal experiences along with his guests amazing stories of how they survived and persevered. This should inspire Americas youth to avoid the same trappings and mistakes and understand that nothing is worth doing the time. Take the hard road not the easy one. Prison is full of hardship and pain. Know that.
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April 21, 2025 • 77 mins
DeShawn Kenner was just 22 years old when he was sentenced to life in prison for murder and attempted murder. He would go on to spend the next 20 years behind bars—but instead of letting time break him, DeShawn used it to transform himself from the inside out.
In this powerful episode of Dog in the Yard, DeShawn opens up about his journey—from the streets of Mount Vernon to the harsh reality of prison life, and how he rewired his m...
In this powerful episode of Dog in the Yard, DeShawn opens up about his journey—from the streets of Mount Vernon to the harsh reality of prison life, and how he rewired his m...
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April 14, 2025 • 44 mins
Frans Sital was just 17 years old when he was wrongfully convicted of two counts of murder and sentenced to 51 years to life. He ended up serving over 31 years behind bars before finally being released in August 2023. In this episode of Dog in the Yard, Frans shares his raw and emotional journey—from surviving the prison system to reclaiming his life and freedom.
Now home and fighting for others still trapped inside, Frans is deepl...
Now home and fighting for others still trapped inside, Frans is deepl...
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April 8, 2025 • 55 mins
In this powerful episode of Dog In The Yard, we sit down with Kevin “Renny” Smith, a Brooklyn native who spent 27 years behind bars for a murder he didn’t commit. Wrongfully convicted in 1987, Renny found himself serving a life sentence—and it was in the darkest moments of his incarceration that he made a vow to change the direction of his life.
Renny opens up about his transformation from a young man caught in the system to a powe...
Renny opens up about his transformation from a young man caught in the system to a powe...
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March 31, 2025 • 56 mins
Derrick Hamilton was sentenced to 25 years to life for a crime he didn’t commit, spending 21 years behind bars before finally proving his innocence. While incarcerated, he became a self-taught legal expert, dedicating himself to learning the law and using his knowledge to fight not only for his own freedom but also for others who had been wrongfully convicted. His relentless pursuit of justice led to his exoneration in 2015, provin...
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March 24, 2025 • 30 mins
From the streets of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, to the music industry, Bang Em Up has lived through it all. Facing the harsh realities of the streets, he was sentenced to 12 years behind bars for 4 attempted murders. But prison didn’t define him—it became the place where he plotted his comeback.
Now, 9 years free, Bang Em Up has reinvented himself as a music executive and entrepreneur, building a powerhouse brand in the industry. As the fou...
Now, 9 years free, Bang Em Up has reinvented himself as a music executive and entrepreneur, building a powerhouse brand in the industry. As the fou...
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March 17, 2025 • 27 mins
Edwin Raymond is not just a former NYPD lieutenant—he’s a whistleblower, civil rights activist, and author who put everything on the line to expose the injustices within the system. Born and raised in East Flatbush, Brooklyn, to Haitian immigrant parents, Edwin joined the NYPD in 2008 with a mission: to bring real change from within. But what he encountered was a system built on racial profiling, arrest quotas, and corruption—so he...
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March 10, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode of Dog In The Yard, we sit down with Leon “LB” Brown, a Yonkers native with Jamaican roots who transformed his life after years behind bars.
At 18 years old, LB was convicted in Virginia and sentenced to 10 years and 9 months. After his release in 2011, he was reincarcerated in 2012 on a firearm charge, serving additional time before maxing out in 2020.
Determined to never go back, LB built HighEaTz, a cannabis-infu...
At 18 years old, LB was convicted in Virginia and sentenced to 10 years and 9 months. After his release in 2011, he was reincarcerated in 2012 on a firearm charge, serving additional time before maxing out in 2020.
Determined to never go back, LB built HighEaTz, a cannabis-infu...
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March 3, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Musa Major, a Newark native whose story is a testament to resilience, redemption, and the power of music.
Growing up in a single-parent household, Musa faced countless challenges, but music always served as his escape. His passion for lyricism was undeniable, yet life took a drastic turn during his college years, when personal struggles led to his arrest and conviction for attemp...
Growing up in a single-parent household, Musa faced countless challenges, but music always served as his escape. His passion for lyricism was undeniable, yet life took a drastic turn during his college years, when personal struggles led to his arrest and conviction for attemp...
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February 24, 2025 • 52 mins
In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Swerve, a man whose life journey is a powerful testament to resilience, creativity, and transformation. Born in Lower Manhattan in 1989, Swerve was raised between South Yonkers and Avenue A in Manhattan, navigating a childhood marked by struggle, survival, and the influence of activism.
His mother, an HIV/AIDS advocate, battled her own hardships, while his father’s repeated incar...
His mother, an HIV/AIDS advocate, battled her own hardships, while his father’s repeated incar...
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February 17, 2025 • 57 mins
Sunny Gibbs, a Brooklyn native, grew up in Crown Heights before moving to Bed-Stuy after his release from DFY at 16. His first incarceration was at 11 years old for robbery, and by 13, he had turned to armed robberies after losing his mother.
As a founding member of the Hop Out Boyz, Sunny was convicted in 2004 of multiple armed robberies and sentenced to 9 years. After serving 8 years, he was re-arrested 90 days later on armed rob...
As a founding member of the Hop Out Boyz, Sunny was convicted in 2004 of multiple armed robberies and sentenced to 9 years. After serving 8 years, he was re-arrested 90 days later on armed rob...
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February 10, 2025 • 75 mins
In this episode of Dog In The Yard we sit down with Jose Perez, a poet, actor, and community leader whose powerful journey is a testament to resilience and transformation. Born and raised in Queens, Jose spent his childhood in foster care, group homes, and juvenile institutions before being incarcerated at just 16 years old, sentenced to 20 years to life for Murder 2 Robbery 1. After serving 20 years in New York State prisons, he w...
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January 20, 2025 • 80 mins
In this powerful episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Trevell Coleman, better known as G. Dep, the Harlem-born rapper who rose to fame with Bad Boy Records and his hit album Child of the Ghetto. Known for his raw lyricism and storytelling, G. Dep's music resonated with fans through tracks like "Special Delivery" and "Let's Get It."
Beyond his musical success, G. Dep’s story is one of redemption and transformation. In 2010, ...
Beyond his musical success, G. Dep’s story is one of redemption and transformation. In 2010, ...
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December 30, 2024 • 39 mins
In this episode of Dog in the Yard Knick Gunz opens up about his journey through the justice system and his path to redemption. From his first experience at Spofford as a juvenile to serving time in Mohawk, Midstate, and Barehill, Knick faced numerous challenges, including convictions for kidnapping, gun possession, and attempted murder.
Since his release in 2013, Knick has turned his life around. Now, he’s thriving as an indepen...
Since his release in 2013, Knick has turned his life around. Now, he’s thriving as an indepen...
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December 23, 2024 • 46 mins
In this inspiring episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Tony "BX Tone" Windley, a man whose story of resilience and redemption proves that transformation is possible, no matter the past. Convicted on multiple conspiracy charges, Tone spent 20 years in federal prison. Instead of allowing his circumstances to define him, he focused on personal growth, education, and self-improvement behind bars.
Now, Tone is a testament to lif...
Now, Tone is a testament to lif...
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December 16, 2024 • 54 mins
In this episode of Dog in the Yard, Hector "Suave" Gonzalez shares his powerful story of transformation. Born and raised in East New York, Brooklyn, Hector was drawn to the street life at a young age. By 16, he was incarcerated for murder and witness tampering, ultimately serving 28 years, 6 months, and 5 days behind bars.
During his time in prison, Hector refused to let his circumstances define him. He earned a bachelor’s degree i...
During his time in prison, Hector refused to let his circumstances define him. He earned a bachelor’s degree i...
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December 9, 2024 • 30 mins
In this episode of Dog in the Yard, Marc "Dinero" Rowley shares his incredible journey from the streets to redemption. Born to immigrant parents and raised in Queens, Brooklyn, and Teaneck, NJ, Marc faced the challenges of poverty and turned to selling weed and guns to survive.
After being arrested for a gun charge and a homicide in 2009, Marc was sentenced to 38 years. But instead of giving up, he fought back—studying law, reducin...
After being arrested for a gun charge and a homicide in 2009, Marc was sentenced to 38 years. But instead of giving up, he fought back—studying law, reducin...
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December 1, 2024 • 40 mins
Join us on a powerful journey with Demetrius Wardsworth, a former gangster turned advocate for prison reform. His story will inspire you to rethink your life and the justice system. Tune in to the Dog in the Yard Podcast for more impactful conversations.
In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Demetrius Wardsworth, a man whose journey of resilience and transformation proves that it’s never too late to change. Raised in...
In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Demetrius Wardsworth, a man whose journey of resilience and transformation proves that it’s never too late to change. Raised in...
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November 24, 2024 • 62 mins
In this powerful episode of *Dog in the Yard*, we sit down with Don Dre, better known as "Dondretheboss." Don Dre shares his story of stepping into the streets at just 12 years old, forced to grow up fast to support his two younger brothers. Despite the challenges, he was guided by old-timers who pushed him to stay in school while hustling. Intelligent and ambitious, Don Dre quickly rose through the ranks, shifting from purpose to ...
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November 17, 2024 • 31 mins
In this inspiring episode, we spotlight Alpha Mel, a rising artist out of the Bronx who is making waves in the music industry. Although he only began taking his craft seriously in 2022, Alpha Mel has already gained the support of top-tier producers and assembled a powerhouse team to amplify his message of positivity and resilience.
Growing up in the Bronx and navigating life as a kid in the system, Melvin Acevedo (aka Alpha Mel) ...
Growing up in the Bronx and navigating life as a kid in the system, Melvin Acevedo (aka Alpha Mel) ...
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November 10, 2024 • 37 mins
In this episode of Dog in the Yard, we sit down with Phillip C. Hamilton, a powerhouse trial attorney and litigator whose career has spanned high-stakes civil and criminal cases across the U.S. Known for his fearless approach in the courtroom, Phillip’s clients include high-net-worth individuals, Fortune 100 companies, civil rights organizations, and public officials. From securing six-figure settlements for workplace discriminatio...
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