It was known as the world’s most secure prison: The Rock. Sitting in the San Francisco Bay, surrounded by the freezing currents of the Pacific Ocean, it was a fortress from which there was no escape. But on June 12, 1962, three men hatched a plan to do just that. Today, we explore the compelling story of the Escape From Alcatraz.
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Oct 3
(Preview) Movie Club | Heretic (2024)
On this episode of Movie Club, Alfredo takes Trevor, Christian, and Jillian through the plot of the theological horror movie Heretic. What did you think of the movie? Did it warrant good discussion? Let us know! Sensitive topics: death, gore, discussion of self-harm involving min ... Show More
4m 31s
Feb 2023
The Escape from Alcatraz Prison
Locked cells, surrounded by an impenetrable concrete fortress, surrounded by high barbed wire fences, surrounded by water, on an island in San Francisco Bay. Alcatraz was considered the most 'inescapable' prison in the world. The worst of the worst were sent there. So how, in 196 ... Show More
52m 14s
Oct 2023
The Great Escape: The True Story of Three Alcatraz Inmates
Though the prison has been closed for decades, Alcatraz has earned its place in infamy. In its heyday, “The Rock” was considered impenetrable. At least thirty six prisoners attempted to escape the island – all were captured, shot, or swallowed by the sea. All of that changed one ... Show More
34m 11s
Apr 2021
Episode 448: Alcatraz Part I - Bird Is the Word
This week, we begin our three-part series in which Alcatraz will be covered at length, from the torturous conditions of the prison to the infamous escapes — both successful and failed.We're kicking off the series by talking about the types of people who ended up on Alcatraz, star ... Show More
1h 32m