Camp Confidential - Beyond The Bars
Hosted by Katrina H McLarin, with co-host and author V. Cheryl Womack: Camp Confidential dives deep into Cheryl’s powerful, firsthand account of surviving a women’s federal prison camp.
Based on her eye-opening book How to Go to Camp, this season is a raw, real, and necessary guide for any woman facing incarceration — and for anyone who wants to understand what really goes on behind the gates.
From intake to release, Cheryl shares the truth no one talks about — the rules, the culture, the mental prep, and the unexpected lessons inside. Whether you’re seeking guidance, insight, or just a deeper look into the federal prison system, you’re in the right place.
Camp Confidential - Beyond The Bars
Unsafe Sanctuary
In this conversation, Cheryl Womack shares her experiences of life in a women's federal prison, detailing the unsafe conditions, lack of medical care, and the psychological challenges faced by inmates. She discusses the importance of building trust among fellow inmates, the power dynamics at play, and the coping strategies she employed to navigate her time in prison.
The episode highlights the harsh realities of incarceration, including the emotional toll it takes on individuals and the complexities of relationships formed in such an environment.
