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Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls

Jake Welder, Jonathan Bates

Booking Overview

Hard Time explores the reality of correctional work and the law inside prisons through the lens of experienced correctional sergeants. It’s a strong platform for experts on criminal justice, corrections policy, officer safety, and institutional accountability.

Metrics

Episodes: 161

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

jonathan.bates2015@gmail.com

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Host

Jake Welder - Correctional Sergeant Jake Welder discusses life and the law behind bars, the challenges facing America’s correctional officers, and what it’s like working correctional beats.

Jonathan Bates - Correctional Sergeant Jonathan Bates discusses life and the law behind bars, the challenges facing America’s correctional officers, and the realities of prison work and safety.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Occasional case-linked contributors (e.g., individuals connected to high-profile criminal cases) plus corrections/criminal justice stakeholders. Specific credentials are not consistently stated in the provided text.
Required Achievements:  
Involvement or direct connection to notable criminal cases (case-specific), Subject-matter experience related to corrections/custody realities (when described)

Recent Guest Discussions

Josef Fritzl's Do It Yourself Prison guest - Captivity And Control; Why Such Crimes Recur In History; Guest’s Personal Connection Mentioned As Being A Direct Descendant Of A Criminal (details Unspecified).

Recent Topics

Corrections, Criminal Justice, Incarceration, Law, Prison

Episodes

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Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls
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226. Nidal Hasan: Firing Squad, Live Streamed

October 14, 2026

The liberal are going nuts. They cheered for Charlie Kirk getting shot-- but to them, this is barbaric. But is it? Historically executions were a public event, and you could argue a part of transparent government. Will this spectacle just be used as recruitment propaganda? Will it restore faith in military justice? Is it just a big Trump PR stunt? Former sailor Megan returns to the show to weigh in

225. All-Female Hit Squad Misses Big Time

October 03, 2026

The execution of Christa Pike failed—and now everyone is fighting over what it means. An all-female Tennessee execution team couldn’t carry out Pike’s death sentence, handing death-penalty opponents a powerful new argument and raising serious questions about the DOC’s preparation and all-female competence.But amid the outrage, one name is being lost: Colleen Slemmer, brutally murdered by Pike in 1995. Her family waited more than 30 years for justice—and now they’re waiting again. Or, are they...

224: THE DRONE BREAKOUT: The Super Criminal Who Tried to FLY Out of Prison

September 20, 2026

This sounds like something out of an action movie. South Korean “super criminal” Park Wang-yeol allegedly planned an extraordinary prison escape: use a massive drone to lift him over the walls and carry him to freedom.The plot involved outside accomplices, testing, careful preparation—and a flying machine powerful enough to carry a grown man. But could it actually have worked?We break down Park Wang-yeol’s drone prison escape plan, how authorities uncovered it, and one of the most audacious a...

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How do I get in touch with Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls?

Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls is hosted by Jake Welder and Jonathan Bates. Its publicly listed email is jonathan.bates2015@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls?

The publicly listed email for Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls: jonathan.bates2015@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls have?

Podseeker estimates Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls?

Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Occasional case-linked contributors (e.g., individuals connected to high-profile criminal cases) plus corrections/criminal justice stakeholders. Specific credentials are not consistently stated in the provided text. Common among recent guests: Involvement or direct connection to notable criminal cases (case-specific); Subject-matter experience related to corrections/custody realities (when described). Recent guests include Josef Fritzl's Do It Yourself Prison guest.

How hard is it to get booked on Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Hard Time: The Law Inside The Walls cover?

Recent episodes cover Corrections, Criminal Justice, Incarceration, Law, and Prison. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

jonathan.bates2015@gmail.com

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