Send us a text Josiah shares his decade of experience working in three different prison systems: Texas, Colorado, and the Federal Bureau of Prisons, providing crucial insights for new correctional officers and surprising revelations about the realities of prison work. • Navigating the complex dynamics between staff members is often more challenging than handling inmates • Only experienced three uses of force in a decade-long career by maintaining composure and clear boundaries • Subtle inmate manipulation typically begins with friendship rather than intimidation • Significant differences exist between state approaches—Texas emphasizes security while Colorado focuses on rehabilitation • Officers from difficult backgrounds often adapt better to corrections work than those with privileged upbringings • Maintaining a life outside of prison is essential for mental health and career longevity • Inmates remember how they're treated and will eventually reenter society Keep a professional distance but treat inmates humanely—they'll remember everything when they're released, whether that's tomorrow or 25 years from now. Support the show
