When men living in Muskegon prison watch the breaking news of George Floyd\u2019s murder on TV, they decide to host a one-of-a-kind celebration of life. This story is a tribute to Robert \u201cSilk\u201d Cannon Junior.
\n\nThis episode contains strong language and references to police violence. Sensitive listeners, please be advised.
\n\nSpecial thanks to William Welch and Dee Dee Kirkwood who helped make the bagel sandwich a reality for the men in Muskegon. Additional shout-outs to Catherine Nouhan, Stephen Carmody, and Delores Ingram.
\n\nAnd major thanks to Tana Ganeva, a criminal justice reporter who has written extensively about Michael Thompson\u2019s incarceration and petitions for clemency. You can read more about the George Floyd celebration of life in her article in The Counter.\xa0Tana is currently working on a book about Cold War escapees.
\n\nProduced by Shaina Shealy, original score by Renzo Gorrio
\n\nArtwork by Teo Ducot
\n\nSeason 12 - Episode 48