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Behind Gray Walls

Behind Gray Walls

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“Behind Gray Walls” is a podcast featuring stories from the men and women who lived and worked at the Old Idaho State Penitentiary. Each week, Anthony, Samuel, and Skye explore prisoners whose crimes led them to serve time at the "Old Pen." Their history is explored in depth and compared to corrections topics faced in communities today. To support this podcast, visit: https://history.idaho.gov/donate/donation-payment/Behind Gray Walls True Crime
Episodes
  • Stool Pigeon Saturday - Susan Brodrero Hawkes on Franklin Idaho

    Stool Pigeon Saturday - Susan Brodrero Hawkes on Franklin Idaho
    Jun 6 2026
    In this episode, Anthony interviews the Site Coordinator for the Franklin Historic Site, Susan Bodrero Hawkes, in the Franklin City Center. Susan shares the history of Idaho's oldest settlement, from the arrival of early pioneers to Franklin's role in the establishment of the Idaho Territory and the annual celebration of Idaho Day. Along the way, Susan explores the stories behind some of Franklin's most treasured historic structures, including the Lorenzo Hill Hatch House and the John and Ann Doney Cabin, and highlights several of her favorite artifacts from the site's collection. Join us for a fascinating conversation about pioneer life, preservation, and the people who helped shape one of Idaho's most important historic communities. Visit today! The Franklin Site is open Memorial Day to Labor Day - 11:00 am - 2:30 pm - Tuesday-Saturday. Take a virtual tour with Susan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UEO1Ctpr-c
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • EP 109 - Ross and Haram

    EP 109 - Ross and Haram
    May 19 2026
    In this episode, Samuel takes listeners into the gang wars of the Prohibition era, exploring connections to Al Capone and a police shooting tied to Carl Ross #4237 (Robbery) while Skye transports listeners to Rupert, Idaho, where a domestic dispute ended in tragedy and led to the imprisonment of Lucille Haram #10184 (Involuntary Manslaughter).
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • EP 108 - Muguerza and Rasulo

    EP 108 - Muguerza and Rasulo
    Apr 21 2026
    In this episode, Skye tells the story of a domestic dispute gone awry, Ella Muguerza #3955 (Assault with a Deadly Weapon), and guest host and Education Specialist, Mariah Villafañe, joins to tell the tale of wannabe mobster, Tony Rasulo #4863 (Assault with a Deadly Weapon and Burglary in the First Degree). For Behind Gray Walls merch and more, visit: https://store.history.idaho.gov/GiftShop.aspx
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    1 hr and 45 mins
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