https://simplecast.com Frankie and the Ex-Con: The Naked Truth you Deserve to Know Frankie Boyer, longtime radio personality has teamed up with GC Brown, longtime federal inmate, turned award winning novelist. Together, with two vastly different sets of life experiences, they tackle the “sticky” things most people don’t want to touch. Nothing’s off the table. It’s the naked truth about injustices, government overreach, unfair sentences, everyday life, and everything in between. It’s stories about dirty cops, prison gangs, riots, sex, drugs, and lives shattered in the wake of it all. Tough subjects, tough conversations, with two tough cookies. en Mon, 26 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 30 May 2025 20:55:30 +0000 https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com Frankie and the Ex-Con: The Naked Truth you Deserve to Know https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/4398220c-4ab9-4fd9-9fa3-0d2183e1b489/e90232ec-cded-409b-a411-488e917e6383/3000x3000/podcast-20-1.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com episodic Frankie Boyer, longtime radio personality has teamed up with GC Brown, longtime federal inmate, turned award winning novelist. Together, with two vastly different sets of life experiences, they tackle the “sticky” things most people don’t want to touch. Nothing’s off the table. It’s the naked truth about injustices, government overreach, unfair sentences, everyday life, and everything in between. It’s stories about dirty cops, prison gangs, riots, sex, drugs, and lives shattered in the wake of it all. Tough subjects, tough conversations, with two tough cookies. Frankie Boyer, GC Brown false https://feeds.simplecast.com/hFil61ez crime, legal, truth, justice, reform, system, injustice Frankie Boyer frankieboyer@aol.com 86eed862-a175-471a-94f1-5152b6eeed0e Food in prison and who's stealing it Takeaways

G.C. Brown was wrongly convicted and spent 17 years in prison.

Prison food quality has significantly declined over the years.

Inmates often do not receive the food allocated for them.

Corruption exists within the prison food supply chain.

Holiday meals in prison have been cut back significantly.

Taxpayers spend a large amount on housing inmates, yet food quality is poor.

Advocacy for prison reform is crucial for change.

Many inmates are innocent or received harsh sentences.

The penal system is plagued by mismanagement and waste.

Raising awareness about these issues is essential for reform.

 

 

]]> Mon, 26 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 frankieboyer@aol.com (GC Brown, Frankie Boyer) https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com/episodes/food-in-prison-and-whos-stealing-it-lMMj6YbH Takeaways

G.C. Brown was wrongly convicted and spent 17 years in prison.

Prison food quality has significantly declined over the years.

Inmates often do not receive the food allocated for them.

Corruption exists within the prison food supply chain.

Holiday meals in prison have been cut back significantly.

Taxpayers spend a large amount on housing inmates, yet food quality is poor.

Advocacy for prison reform is crucial for change.

Many inmates are innocent or received harsh sentences.

The penal system is plagued by mismanagement and waste.

Raising awareness about these issues is essential for reform.

 

 

]]> Food in prison and who's stealing it GC Brown, Frankie Boyer 00:27:24 In this episode, Frankie Boyer and G.C. Brown delve into the harsh realities of the prison food system, exploring the corruption, mismanagement, and budget cuts that plague the penal system. G.C. shares his personal experiences of being wrongly convicted and the challenges he faced, including the quality of food served in prisons. The conversation highlights the need for reform and advocacy for those still incarcerated, as well as the importance of raising awareness about these issues. In this episode, Frankie Boyer and G.C. Brown delve into the harsh realities of the prison food system, exploring the corruption, mismanagement, and budget cuts that plague the penal system. G.C. shares his personal experiences of being wrongly convicted and the challenges he faced, including the quality of food served in prisons. The conversation highlights the need for reform and advocacy for those still incarcerated, as well as the importance of raising awareness about these issues. budget cuts, prison reform, incarceration costs, prison food, legal cases, innocence project, advocacy, penal system, corruption, g.c. brown false full 6 c7bbc136-98cb-4c3c-9ca2-f58cfff32922 The truth about Drugs and drones in prison Takeaways

G.C. Brown discusses his wrongful conviction and lengthy prison sentence.

The Innocence Project primarily focuses on serious crimes, leaving white-collar offenders without support.

Drugs are more prevalent in prison than on the streets.

Addicts in prison will go to great lengths to obtain drugs.

Corruption among prison guards contributes to the drug problem.

Drones have become a new method for smuggling contraband into prisons.

Addiction recovery resources in prison are limited and often ineffective.

The prison system fails to rehabilitate inmates, perpetuating a cycle of crime.

Many inmates come from foster care backgrounds, highlighting systemic issues.

There is a pressing need for reform in the penal system to address these issues.

 

 

]]> Mon, 19 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 frankieboyer@aol.com (Frankie Boyer, GC Brown) https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com/episodes/the-truth-about-drugs-and-drones-in-prison-Dst4swwu Takeaways

G.C. Brown discusses his wrongful conviction and lengthy prison sentence.

The Innocence Project primarily focuses on serious crimes, leaving white-collar offenders without support.

Drugs are more prevalent in prison than on the streets.

Addicts in prison will go to great lengths to obtain drugs.

Corruption among prison guards contributes to the drug problem.

Drones have become a new method for smuggling contraband into prisons.

Addiction recovery resources in prison are limited and often ineffective.

The prison system fails to rehabilitate inmates, perpetuating a cycle of crime.

Many inmates come from foster care backgrounds, highlighting systemic issues.

There is a pressing need for reform in the penal system to address these issues.

 

 

]]> The truth about Drugs and drones in prison Frankie Boyer, GC Brown 00:27:19 In this episode, G.C. Brown shares his extraordinary life story, focusing on the harsh realities of prison life, including the prevalence of drugs, corruption among guards, and the systemic issues within the penal system. The conversation highlights the role of drones in drug trafficking, the challenges of addiction and recovery in prison, and the need for reform in the justice system to break the cycle of incarceration and foster care. In this episode, G.C. Brown shares his extraordinary life story, focusing on the harsh realities of prison life, including the prevalence of drugs, corruption among guards, and the systemic issues within the penal system. The conversation highlights the role of drones in drug trafficking, the challenges of addiction and recovery in prison, and the need for reform in the justice system to break the cycle of incarceration and foster care. drones, foster care, prison life, addiction, rehabilitation, drugs in prison, penal system, corruption, systemic issues, g.c. brown false full 5 a63c4e61-3bca-4b26-b2d8-340ac46d3542 Sex: What’s happening behind the bars Takeaways

Prison life is marked by complex sexual dynamics.

Many inmates engage in same-sex relationships due to isolation.

The prison economy thrives on corruption and greed.

Inmates often find creative ways to smuggle contraband.

Routine and structure can lead to personal transformation in prison.

The commissary system promotes unhealthy eating habits.

Rehabilitation programs are lacking in most prisons.

Female guards face unique challenges in male prisons.

Inmates often mentor each other, fostering a sense of community.

The prison system reflects societal issues of greed and corruption.

 

 

]]> Tue, 13 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 frankieboyer@aol.com (Frankie Boyer, GC Brown) https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com/episodes/sex-whats-happening-behind-the-bars-k3k3ucaJ Takeaways

Prison life is marked by complex sexual dynamics.

Many inmates engage in same-sex relationships due to isolation.

The prison economy thrives on corruption and greed.

Inmates often find creative ways to smuggle contraband.

Routine and structure can lead to personal transformation in prison.

The commissary system promotes unhealthy eating habits.

Rehabilitation programs are lacking in most prisons.

Female guards face unique challenges in male prisons.

Inmates often mentor each other, fostering a sense of community.

The prison system reflects societal issues of greed and corruption.

 

 

]]> Sex: What’s happening behind the bars Frankie Boyer, GC Brown 00:26:37 In this episode, Frankie Boyer interviews G.C. Brown, an ex-convict and author, discussing the realities of prison life, including the complexities of sexuality, the pervasive corruption and greed within the prison system, and the potential for rehabilitation through structured routines. The conversation also touches on the unique dynamics between male inmates and female guards, revealing the challenges and behaviors that arise in such environments. In this episode, Frankie Boyer interviews G.C. Brown, an ex-convict and author, discussing the realities of prison life, including the complexities of sexuality, the pervasive corruption and greed within the prison system, and the potential for rehabilitation through structured routines. The conversation also touches on the unique dynamics between male inmates and female guards, revealing the challenges and behaviors that arise in such environments. female guards, prison economy, sexuality in prison, inmate experiences, prison life, prison stories, rehabilitation, corruption, prison routines, prison relationships true full 4 6852ec53-d368-4e30-9f65-9674800c5217 The schedule in prison: Is there privacy for the bathroom? 00:00 Introduction to the Naked Truth

02:11 Daily Life in Prison

12:17 Challenges of Rehabilitation

15:31 Life Inside the Cell

25:34 Conclusion and Reflections

]]> Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:46:27 +0000 frankieboyer@aol.com (Frankie Boyer, Gregory Brown) https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com/episodes/the-schedule-in-prison-is-there-privacy-for-the-bathroom-6jBKbW6_ 00:00 Introduction to the Naked Truth

02:11 Daily Life in Prison

12:17 Challenges of Rehabilitation

15:31 Life Inside the Cell

25:34 Conclusion and Reflections

]]> The schedule in prison: Is there privacy for the bathroom? Frankie Boyer, Gregory Brown 00:26:25 In this episode, the hosts delve into the realities of prison life, exploring the daily routines, challenges of rehabilitation, and the punitive nature of the prison system. They discuss the lack of rehabilitation programs, the high recidivism rates, and the limited freedoms and resources available to inmates. The conversation highlights the stark differences between expectations and the harsh realities faced by those incarcerated. In this episode, the hosts delve into the realities of prison life, exploring the daily routines, challenges of rehabilitation, and the punitive nature of the prison system. They discuss the lack of rehabilitation programs, the high recidivism rates, and the limited freedoms and resources available to inmates. The conversation highlights the stark differences between expectations and the harsh realities faced by those incarcerated. daily routine, prison life, prison system, inmate stories, challenges, inmate experience, rehabilitation, daily routine, life in prison, recidivism false full 3 11fdd009-5c58-452a-acba-edd666030eed The Naked Truth about our Justice System: Part 2 Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to the Truth Behind Prison Systems

00:30 The Moment of Sentencing: A Life Changed Forever

02:58 Understanding the Reality of a 20-Year Sentence

05:52 First Days in Prison: Shock and Isolation

09:03 The Injustice of the Penal System

12:09 Realizations and Reflections on Prison Life

12:39 The Misunderstanding of Sepertese

13:37 The Reality of Prison Life

14:49 Exhausting Appeals and the Justice System

16:57 Prosecutorial Misconduct and Its Consequences

18:02 Life in Prison: Daily Routines and Food

20:11 Corruption and Mismanagement in the Prison System

22:33 Raising Awareness and Making a Difference

23:59 The Journey Ahead: Unraveling the Story

]]> Sat, 5 Apr 2025 01:39:15 +0000 frankieboyer@aol.com (Frankie Boyer) https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com/episodes/the-naked-truth-about-our-justice-system-part-2-42dFX1iB Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to the Truth Behind Prison Systems

00:30 The Moment of Sentencing: A Life Changed Forever

02:58 Understanding the Reality of a 20-Year Sentence

05:52 First Days in Prison: Shock and Isolation

09:03 The Injustice of the Penal System

12:09 Realizations and Reflections on Prison Life

12:39 The Misunderstanding of Sepertese

13:37 The Reality of Prison Life

14:49 Exhausting Appeals and the Justice System

16:57 Prosecutorial Misconduct and Its Consequences

18:02 Life in Prison: Daily Routines and Food

20:11 Corruption and Mismanagement in the Prison System

22:33 Raising Awareness and Making a Difference

23:59 The Journey Ahead: Unraveling the Story

]]> The Naked Truth about our Justice System: Part 2 Frankie Boyer 00:25:12 In this episode, Frankie Boyer and G.C. Brown delve into the harsh realities of the prison system, focusing on G.C.'s personal experience of being sentenced to 20 years for a white-collar crime. The conversation explores the emotional turmoil of the sentencing moment, the shock of entering prison, and the broader implications of the penal system's injustices. G.C. shares his reflections on the isolation and confusion he faced during his initial days in prison, as well as his thoughts on the systemic issues that lead to such severe sentences for individuals, particularly in cases of non-violent crimes. In this episode, the conversation delves into the harsh realities of prison life, the complexities of the justice system, and the personal experiences of the speaker, GC Brown. He shares insights into the misconceptions surrounding his case, the challenges faced during his lengthy appeals process, and the pervasive issues of corruption and misconduct within the prison system. The discussion also highlights the importance of raising awareness about these issues and the speaker's commitment to sharing his story to inspire change. In this episode, Frankie Boyer and G.C. Brown delve into the harsh realities of the prison system, focusing on G.C.'s personal experience of being sentenced to 20 years for a white-collar crime. The conversation explores the emotional turmoil of the sentencing moment, the shock of entering prison, and the broader implications of the penal system's injustices. G.C. shares his reflections on the isolation and confusion he faced during his initial days in prison, as well as his thoughts on the systemic issues that lead to such severe sentences for individuals, particularly in cases of non-violent crimes. In this episode, the conversation delves into the harsh realities of prison life, the complexities of the justice system, and the personal experiences of the speaker, GC Brown. He shares insights into the misconceptions surrounding his case, the challenges faced during his lengthy appeals process, and the pervasive issues of corruption and misconduct within the prison system. The discussion also highlights the importance of raising awareness about these issues and the speaker's commitment to sharing his story to inspire change. false full 2 034ba4c8-b6dc-4145-9b4a-0944a680e5ec The Naked Truth about our Justice System: Part 1 Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to G.C. Brown's Journey

02:23 The Early Entrepreneurial Spirit

04:33 From Real Estate to Diamonds

07:20 Facing Injustice: The Wrongful Conviction

10:51 The Fight Against a Rigged System

11:57 Surviving in Sierra Leone: A Dangerous Business

13:23 The Diamond Dealings: A Risky Business

14:21 Government Surveillance: The Hidden Investigation

16:08 The Tax Evasion Charges: A Misunderstanding?

19:31 The Trial: A Battle Against the System

22:16 Life in Prison: The Reality of Incarceration

25:14 The Verdict: A Story of Conviction

27:09 Looking Ahead: Future Endeavors and Reflections

]]> Sat, 5 Apr 2025 01:36:25 +0000 frankieboyer@aol.com (Frankie Boyer) https://frankie-and-the-ex-con-the-naked-truth-you-deserve-to-know.simplecast.com/episodes/the-naked-truth-about-our-justice-system-part-1-qZhmlO5e Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to G.C. Brown's Journey

02:23 The Early Entrepreneurial Spirit

04:33 From Real Estate to Diamonds

07:20 Facing Injustice: The Wrongful Conviction

10:51 The Fight Against a Rigged System

11:57 Surviving in Sierra Leone: A Dangerous Business

13:23 The Diamond Dealings: A Risky Business

14:21 Government Surveillance: The Hidden Investigation

16:08 The Tax Evasion Charges: A Misunderstanding?

19:31 The Trial: A Battle Against the System

22:16 Life in Prison: The Reality of Incarceration

25:14 The Verdict: A Story of Conviction

27:09 Looking Ahead: Future Endeavors and Reflections

]]> The Naked Truth about our Justice System: Part 1 Frankie Boyer 00:27:54 In this episode of 'Frankie and the X-Con', host Frankie Boyer interviews G.C. Brown, who shares his extraordinary journey from a young entrepreneur to a wrongful conviction and his experiences in prison. G.C. discusses the lack of rehabilitation in the prison system, his early aspirations of becoming a millionaire, and his ventures in real estate and the diamond business. He reflects on the injustices he faced in the legal system and the dangers of his business dealings in Sierra Leone, providing a unique perspective on life behind bars and the challenges of reintegration into society. In this episode, GC Brown shares his harrowing journey through the diamond trade, government investigations, and the subsequent legal battles that led to his conviction. He discusses the challenges of navigating a flawed system, the realities of prison life, and the importance of sharing his story to educate others about corruption and the need for reform. In this episode of 'Frankie and the X-Con', host Frankie Boyer interviews G.C. Brown, who shares his extraordinary journey from a young entrepreneur to a wrongful conviction and his experiences in prison. G.C. discusses the lack of rehabilitation in the prison system, his early aspirations of becoming a millionaire, and his ventures in real estate and the diamond business. He reflects on the injustices he faced in the legal system and the dangers of his business dealings in Sierra Leone, providing a unique perspective on life behind bars and the challenges of reintegration into society. In this episode, GC Brown shares his harrowing journey through the diamond trade, government investigations, and the subsequent legal battles that led to his conviction. He discusses the challenges of navigating a flawed system, the realities of prison life, and the importance of sharing his story to educate others about corruption and the need for reform. false full 1