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.
Episodes
24 episodes
Gone But Not Forgotten
In this special episode of Camp Confidential, Katrina McLarin sits down with Dean Piearson, husband of Cheryl Womack, to share his experience as the spouse of someone facing a federal indictment. Together, they explore the emotional an...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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39:57
Walking The Probation Tightrope
In this conversation, Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack discuss the complexities of life after incarceration, focusing on the transition from prison to probation and the challenges faced in the halfway house and at home. Cheryl shares her perso...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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34:37
Halfway But Not Home
In this episode, Katrina McLarin sits down with Cheryl Womack to unpack the complex transition from prison to a halfway house. Cheryl shares her first impressions of life inside the halfway house — a place where she never truly felt safe. From ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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25:35
Ready Or Not
In this episode, Cheryl Womack shares her emotional journey leading up to her release from a women's federal prison, detailing the complexities of navigating the halfway house system, the emotional toll of waiting for her release date, and the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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26:03
Whatever Can Go Wrong Will Go Wrong
In this episode, hosts Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack reflect on Cheryl’s journey — from serving her prison sentence to now facing time in a halfway house. Cheryl shares the unexpected ramifications of her plea deal, including travel restric...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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32:17
Everyone Does The Time
In this conversation, Cheryl Womack shares her experiences of incarceration and its profound impact on her family and personal life. She discusses the emotional challenges faced by both her and her loved ones, the complexities of navigating a p...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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41:37
Your Health Your Burden
This conversation explores the challenges and realities of healthcare for women in federal prison, emphasizing the importance of proactive health management before incarceration, navigating medical care within the prison system, and the impact ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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37:18
Crossing The Tracks: RDAP
In this episode of Camp Confidential – Beyond the Bars, Cheryl Womack shares her candid observations about the Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) in women’s federal prisons. With co-host Katrina McLarin, she unpacks th...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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29:08
Ed-DUH-cation
In this compelling episode, former inmate Cheryl Womack sits down with co-host Katrina McLarin to explore the transformative power—and challenging limitations—of education within a women’s federal prison. Cheryl offers a candid look at how stru...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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28:32
You've Got Mail
In this conversation, Cheryl Womack shares her experiences of communication while incarcerated, emphasizing the critical role of mail in maintaining connections with the outside world. She discusses the emotional impact of receiving mail, the c...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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34:59
It’s No Michelin Star
In this episode, Cheryl Womack dishes out the raw truth about life in the prison cafeteria. From bland, repetitive meals to the lack of proper nutrition, Cheryl gives a candid account of the daily food experience behind bars.Katrina and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:05
The Race Divide
In this powerful episode of Camp Confidential – Beyond the Bars, Cheryl Womack opens up about the racial dynamics she witnessed and experienced during her time in a women’s federal prison. She sheds light on the stark racial divide, se...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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22:41
Faith Behind Bars
In this conversation, Cheryl Womack shares her experiences of faith and religion during her time in a women's federal prison. She discusses how her beliefs evolved, the role of religious services, and the dynamics of community among inmates.&nb...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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22:49
Under The Microscope
In this powerful episode, Cheryl Womack opens up about the realities of staying connected from inside a women’s federal prison. She shares the emotional highs and lows of limited communication, the challenges of visitation, and how these...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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29:40
The Prison Entrepreneur
This episode explores the entrepreneurial spirit of women in prison, highlighting their creativity and resourcefulness in creating businesses and services to survive. Cheryl Womack shares her experiences in a women's federal prison camp, detail...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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27:09
Get A Job
In this conversation, Cheryl Womack shares her experiences of working in a federal women's prison camp, discussing the importance of employment for inmates, the challenges of the job application process, and the educational opportunities availa...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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36:24
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 t...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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33:11
Shots Fired - Adding Time
In this episode, Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack discuss the intricacies of life in federal prison, focusing on the implications of good behavior, the consequences of receiving 'shots', and the challenges of navigating prison rules. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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27:40
Commissary
This conversation delves into the intricacies of commissary in women's federal prisons, highlighting budgeting, essential items, food quality, communication challenges, and the economic realities faced by inmates. Cheryl Womack shares her first...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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25:36
Drop & Roll
Cheryl Womack returns to share one of the most harrowing days of her life—her self-surrender to a women’s federal prison camp. In this gripping episode, she walks Katrina through the raw emotions of leaving her family behind, the ad...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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39:02
If You Own It Sell It
In this episode, Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack discuss the complexities of managing life and assets before and during incarceration. They break down the critical moves you must make before surrendering—like selling off assets, choo...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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28:23
Get It Together
Katrina McLarin and Cheryl Womack dive deep into the chaos, confusion, and hard truths of navigating the criminal justice system. From media spin to the pressure cooker of plea deals, they unpack how women are often forced to make life-altering...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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31:34
