Ep. 12 Locked Up

Todd Bridges Talks About Life in Prison

EPISODE 12 / 02.18.2025

Ever wondered what prison life is really like? In this eagerly anticipated episode of DANG!, Todd Bridges talks about his time behind bars, answering listener questions with brutal honesty and unexpected humor.

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Show Notes

From the realities of prison food to the intricate group dynamics, Todd shares how he navigated life on the inside—fitting in, surviving, and even finding moments of connection. He breaks down the key differences between county jail and prison, offers a glimpse into the personalities of his fellow inmates, and reflects on a particularly chaotic stint in a psychiatric ward.

But it’s not all grit and hardship—Todd weaves in the moments that made him laugh, the friendships that surprised him, and the lessons that shaped his outlook on life. This episode delivers plenty of DANG!-worthy stories you won’t want to miss!

Highlights

  • Prison Food Horror Stories: Ever had a wish sandwich? Todd breaks down the sad reality of jailhouse cuisine.
  • Psych Ward Shortcut: A bizarre twist lands Todd in a psychiatric unit—straightjacket and all.
  • Welcome to Chino: Shackles, shouting inmates, and a prison entrance straight out of a movie.
  • An Unlikely Guardian: A towering inmate steps in, claiming to be Todd’s “brother.” Protection or something else?
  • Prison Politics: Race, respect, and the unspoken rules that determine survival behind bars.
  • Trust No One: Making friends in prison is risky business. Todd reveals the unspoken rules of inmate interactions and why staying guarded was key to survival.

LISTEN to learn

  • How prison food stacks up to the stories you’ve heard.
  • The most surprising aspects of Todd’s prison experience.
  • How Todd found humor even in the darkest situations.

Ready for a peek behind the prison walls? Hit play now—you won’t want to miss Todd’s full prison survival story!

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