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Notes From The Pen

@notesfromthepen.bsky.social

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Writer, podcaster, former inmate, & pebbles in the shoe of the prison industrial complex. Host of NOTES FROM THE PEN podcast. *posts are my own unless signed mc* Check us out at notesfromthepen.com Notes From The Pen podcast

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

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BLACK LABEL #Streetwear The Aesthetic #Mixtape Collection 12 Prints, 1 for each yr of #Incarceration

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

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The Most Impressive Development in #Tech while I was Away

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

#PrisonReform mc

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

#PrisonReform mc

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Bobby is using his prison paintings to support himself. So not only do you get great wearable art you’re giving him a chance to succeed. ❤️ mc

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Check out the hotest streetwear! mc blacklabelart.shop

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B.L.A.C.K Label

Original street art apparel from B.L.A.C.K Label. How 2 Jail Vol. 1 is a limited aesthetic mixtape inspired by expression and rebellion against incarceration, autonomy, survival, and FREEDUMB!

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

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Prison Audiobook of “Waterline” an essay 1st published by the acclaimed online #journal The #Rumpus

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Each piece in the series represents a year in #Prison. Check out what Oppressionism art is all about on our website. mc #PrisinLife #Oppression #Art #TrendingArt www.notesfromthepen.com/new-page-31

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Art And Oppressionism — Notes From The Pen

Bobby found solace in the world of art. Denied the luxury of professional tools and supplies, he ingeniously utilizes the meager resources available within the confines of his cell. With a keen eye an...

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

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Bobby Gets A Stanhope Shoutout | Notes From The Pen

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

New episode is out about newfound freedoms and what it's been like for Bobby this past month. He shares how he broke down and cried for hours when memories of Monica and Corey came up, something inmates can’t do in prison bc it’s seen as a sign of weakness. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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Ep #232 - Shifting Perspective, And The Freedom To Cry

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 12/10/2025 · 54m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Death Of A Snowman. A Floridian’s response to a first snowfall. mc

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Prison Therapy Monday(as mandated by Michigan Department Department of C... youtu.be/bKvHhsfgCiE?si… via @YouTube

Prison Therapy Monday(as mandated by Michigan Department Department of Corrections)

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Holy shit! Haven’t been using X much since I’ve been out. Didn’t like the black background…then Ray(29yr old GF) snatched my phone. And now it’s white again! Bet ol’ Elon wishes was that easy.

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

Here it is! The Release-day doc: From walking out of a nightmare into freedumb and opening for @DougStanhope! 12 Years in Prison to Straight on Stage - From 'Doing time' to 'Doing ti... youtu.be/3eobse3GUe0?si… via @YouTube

12 Years in Prison to Straight on Stage - From 'Doing time' to 'Doing time' - Doug Stanhope Podcast

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 09/11/2025

I’m Baaaaaack! Thanx to all u nut jobs who stuck around, especially the last few years, when I went radio-silent on the inside. Ready to get back in tha MUD!

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

GR juice - juice - juice, is back on the mic with Bobby talking about…well… just about everything. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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NFTW (66) - GR Joe Makes An Appearance

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 10/29/2025 · 15m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

The first NFTP episode with Bobby on the OUTSIDE of prison. He goes from prison…to sharing a stage with Stanhope & Andrist! A dream come true. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #230 - Doing Time In Prison To Doing Time With Doug

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 10/22/2025 · 59m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

My boy is home! Picked him up this morning. The 1st place he ate was Mc Donald’s. Not by choice but convenience. It was funny watching him figure out ordering on the self serving kiosk inside. He was shocked that a VALUE b’fast was over $10 😆 More pics soon. mc

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Only 1 week left until Bobby will be on this side of the razor creating Notes From The Pen as a free man. mc

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

The fight for justice, even with the best intentions, can overlook the people it's trying to save. An artist, in their attempt to make a moral stand, hurt inmates who view art not as an amenity for the institution, but a necessity for the soul. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #229 - Art, Neoliberalism And ill-Conceived Moral Stand

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 10/01/2025 · 36m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Spin some laps on with Bobby as he reflects on his 1st few trips around the prison yard 12 yrs ago, plus mc stops screaming, and JD’s in the bedroom? 😳 In 2 weeks Bobby will be on THIS side of the razor wire spouting off at the mouth as a free man, stay tuned. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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NFTW (65) - Nearly Free, Nite Nostalgia, And Screaming Into The Void

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 09/24/2025 · 45m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

In this episode: comedic hero, political $1 menus, Charlie Kirk, and tolerance. Are inmates an example of how to live amongst each other, because those of us on the outside can’t seem to figure it out. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #228 - Comedic Hero, Charlie Kirk, And Tolerance

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 09/17/2025 · 54m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

As Bobby gets closer to the door, the more important staying invisible becomes. He reflects on the life & death rules you learn during incarceration. Now has one foot inside the prison & one on the outside with less than a month to go for his release. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #227 - Struggling To Stay Invisible In Prison

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 09/10/2025 · 52m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

How does living in a giant prison void affect perception of what life on the outside looks? Bobby shares his thoughts about being released next month. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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Ep #226 - Preparing For Life Outside While Living In A Prison Void

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 09/03/2025 · 47m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 13/08/2025

A close call at the prison phone kiosk, reflections of re-visiting places shared with Monica, floating between prison & the future, a man left as brain dead who slowly regains life with the love & support of those who never gave up on him. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #224 - Phone Standoff, Floating Between Prison And The Future, And Brain Dead

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 08/13/2025 · 40m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Did you know that America had their own Dr. Frankenstein? In this episode, Bobby talks about OCD while in prison, and the Doctor who experimented on inmates in the early 1900s by transplanting their testicles. 😳 mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #223 - OCD In Prison, Dr. Nut Clip, And What To Keep

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 08/06/2025 · 55m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Meet the artist and his art. mc www.notesfromthepen.com/new-page-31

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Oppressionism Art — Notes From The Pen

Bobby found solace in the world of art. Denied the luxury of professional tools and supplies, he ingeniously utilizes the meager resources available within the confines of his cell. With a keen eye an...

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

Bobby shares some insight on the new art he’s currently working on. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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Oppressionism Art Series; How 2 Jail Vol. 1

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 07/30/2025 · 5m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

New episode is out! Bobby asks an important question in this one 😆 and has more topics as well. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #222 - Walk This Way, It's Getting Harder, Art Desert, And Gate Keepers

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 07/30/2025 · 28m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

Come spin a few laps on the prison yard with Bobby and Co-Host JD. There's a bunkie in the cube that holds on to his feelings until they boil over, and hoarding in prison is a real thing for Bobby. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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NFTW (64) - A Stewing Bunkie, And Prison Hoarding

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 07/23/2025 · 22m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

For 12 yrs Bobby has mentored young men entering prison & helped countless people on the outside. In 2 months Bobby will be released. With nothing. After helping so many others for years, it’s Bobby who now needs our help. If you can, please donate. Much love. mc❤️ www.gofundme.com/f/j3khzk-hel...

Donate to Help For A New Start, organized by judy caldwell

Donations will be used to help Bobby with restitution, and living expenses like securing housing… judy caldwell needs your support for Help For A New Start

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

It’s out! And soon Bobby will be too. ❤️ Search for NOTES FROM THE PEN on your fav platform. mc …”the delicate balance between control and love, and the essential conversations that pave the path to true freedom.” podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #221 - The Edge Of Freedom; Anxiety, And The Balance Between Control And Love

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 07/16/2025 · 47m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

Is everyone an evil monster? Do you know what it’s really like to be in prison? Do you really? Do you? But do you? Listen to NOTES FROM THE PEN before you answer. We’re guerrilla radio, recorded on an active prison yard, using a prison payphone. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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Notes From The Pen

Documentary Podcast · Updated Biweekly · A pebble in the shoe of the Prison Industrial Complex. Notes From The Pen is a modern portrait of American incarceration told, in real time, through a series o...

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 09/07/2025

New episode is out. Don’t use Apple? Search Notes From The Pen on your fav podcast platform. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #220 - Prison Is Closer Than You Think, Rules, And Amputations Won't Solve The Problem

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 07/09/2025 · 42m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

So true. Kindness is a beautiful and powerful thing. Use more of it. mc

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 25/06/2025

New Ep! The guys talk about the Diaz Brothers, Shane Gillis, the tatts you have now have dif meaning in prison, and POC art. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #219 - The Diaz Brothers, Displaying Tattoos In Prison, And POC Art

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 06/25/2025 · 41m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Trump does what? And prison yard pride. All in this weeks episode. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #218 - Trump Takes Historic Lead On Prison Reform; And Prison Yard Pride

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 06/18/2025 · 38m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

A convo that begins with mythology, then reflects on mistakes & missteps of youth that in hindsight make us wince. But it isn't just about regret; it's about growth & exploring how confronting our past selves can be a powerful catalyst for change. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #217 - The Painful Journey Of Self Awareness

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 06/11/2025 · 36m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

Prison culture encompasses the values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors that emerge within a prison environment. What happens when this culture changes? We share valuable insight with what was once order among convicts, is now becoming chaos. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #216 - Prison Culture Is Shifting

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 06/04/2025 · 34m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

New episode is out. Don’t use Apple? Search NOTES FROM THE PEN on your podcast platform. We’re everywhere! 😃 mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

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EP #215 - Just Trying To Get Across The Line

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 05/28/2025 · 36m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

Bobby shares his parole news, someone is looking for Mark, and getting excited about stand-up. Plus, don't miss a post show clip of mama c and Bobby talking about how his parole news was delivered. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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NFTW (62) - Parole Decision Is In

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 05/21/2025 · 38m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

“Was Anthony Bourdain an asshole?…I thought everyone liked him.” New episode out. mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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NFTW (61) - Anthony Bourdain Likability, And Addiction

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 05/14/2025 · 39m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

Bobby recounts his childhood experiences of feeling like an outsider in the only world he knew & how those early experiences shaped his life…a crucial look at the nuances of identity, the hidden scars of childhood, and the search for self-acceptance. mc open.spotify.com/episode/7vvH...

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NFTW (60) - A Single Story, And The Weight Of Looking Different

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

“I probably won’t ever be able to make it back into the black, I’m in the red, but I want to get as close as I can to leaving this world closet to neutral than just having damaged stuff & people. I owe a debt to society…to Monica…I owe a debt to the universe.” mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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EP #214 - Preparing For Freedom: Fear, Hope, And Uncertainty

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 04/23/2025 · 32m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

Parole Eligibility Report & interpreting the scoring. Hearings are more than the legal process, it's about the human stories behind it, fear of judgment & if their past will forever define their future. Bobby chooses to see this experience in a positive light. mc open.spotify.com/episode/28b6...

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EP #213 - Don't Be A Tigger, And The PER

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Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

In prison a giving nature can be seen as a sign of weakness. What makes some people more caring and giving than others, and what is the bigger meaning of it all? mc podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/n...

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NFTW (59) - Good Ants, Altruism, And Uniquely Human

Podcast Episode · Notes From The Pen · 04/09/2025 · 28m

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

I got NOTHING...I don't mean literally or existentially, I mean worth tweeting right now #StopComplaining! ItNeverStoppedTheKardashians

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

The one thing that is the exact same in prison as it is in the world is.......a bag of potato chips! #SmallThings

Notes From The Pen @notesfromthepen.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

I'd perfected the art of pharmaceutical suppression, killing the pain along with everything else it means to be alive. I learned the hard way there is no gaming the system of existence. I suspect, with a wide enough lens, we'd come to appreciate it ALL. Bullshit & Blessings alike.