The interviewee describes how he was not allowed to be tried as a juvenile and that his lawyers repeatedly waived his right to a speedy trial.

The interviewee describes how the cards were always stacked against him in prison even when he was doing things right.

The interviewee discusses how difficult the trial process and period was and his refusal to take a deal.

The interviewee describes his internal struggle to understand what to do after stumbling upon a crime scene.

The interviewee discusses his first time being locked up as a 12 year old and how scary that is.

The interviewee describes a conflict with one of his program leaders that may have interfered with him gaining a “chrono” from her.

The interviewee describes how he was able to share his story with others to help drive change. He also shares some of his passions and how they have evolved thus far.

The interviewee describes how hierarchies, fairness, and crying work in prison culture and his negative experiences with guards.

The interviewee describes the extreme levels of violence and racism in San Quentin.

The interviewee describes two women he loved, how those relationships ended with prison, his crime and the early period of his incarceration.

The interviewee describes how joining a gang of young people with similar experiences to him made him feel accepted for the first time.