Prison Officer Podcast
The Prison Officer Podcast is a place where prison officers and correctional staff share their experiences, discuss leadership, cope with stress, and learn survival strategies for one of the toughest careers out there. Hosted by Michael Cantrell, this podcast delves into the lives, dreams, and challenges faced by those who work inside the walls of our nation’s prisons. It features interviews, insights, and discussions related to the unique and demanding world of corrections. Whether it’s overcoming difficult leaders, understanding rehabilitation, or addressing misconceptions about incarcerated populations, the Prison Officer Podcast provides valuable perspectives from professionals in the field.
Prison Officer Podcast
Latest Episodes
131: Broken Windows Behind Bars - Interview w/Shaun Klucznik
The fastest way a jail gets dangerous isn’t a single riot or headline event, it’s the quiet drift: missed checks, inconsistent rules, sloppy units, and leaders who stop sweating the small stuff. We sit down with Major Sean Klucznik, Jail Admini...
130: A Return to Where It All Began – Behind Those Walls
After nearly three decades in corrections, I returned to the prison where my career began.Walking those old cellblocks brought back memories I hadn't thought about in years—the lessons, the mistakes, the friendships, the fear, and the mo...
129: Lead Up: The Art of Managing Your Boss While Protecting Your Team
Every corrections leader eventually faces the moment when the order coming down the chain doesn't sit right — when policy, pressure, or politics puts your people at risk. Leading up isn't insubordination. It's one of the highest forms of leader...
128: We Can Change How The Public Sees Corrections
Corrections gets judged by headlines it didn’t write, so I’m taking you behind the scenes of a month that reminded me why this profession deserves real respect. From Correctional Officers Week events to national recognition, I share the moments...
127: When Provocation Meets the Professionalism - Interview w/Capt. Tevin Dixon
We talk with Captain Tevin Dixon about the road from Oklahoma DOC Correctional Officer to shift supervisor and the mentors who shaped his calm, respectful leadership style. We also break down the gate incident with a derogatory provocateur and ...
Fan Mail
just listened to episode 87. As a serving officer in the uk I have heard a lot of this (mainly during visits). Thank you for raising this. Keep up your excellent work Mike!!!!
Jersey
