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 firsthand experiences, emphasizing the importance of understanding the commissary system, the impact of markups on essential goods, and the creative ways women navigate life in prison.
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, choosing who (if anyone) you can really trust, and understanding the brutal legal and financial fallout that comes with a conviction. Cheryl shares her no-holds-barred personal experiences, revealing the tough lessons she learned the hard way about protecting yourself when everything is on the line.
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. They explore the high percentage of inmates incarcerated for drug-related crimes, the dynamics of communication with guards, and the unique experiences surrounding food and cooking in prison. The conversation also touches on feelings of safety, the reality of conflicts, and the importance of building relationships and coping mechanisms to survive the prison environment.
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 administrative chaos at check-in, and the unexpected moments of kindness and confusion during intake. From the teary goodbye in the car to the dreaded "walk of shame" in a white jumpsuit, Cheryl unpacks the reality versus the myths of that first day behind the gate. She offers practical advice on what to bring, what to send ahead, how to handle your medications, and what really happens during medical evaluations and counselor screenings. A must-listen for anyone preparing for prison—or anyone curious about what that moment of transition is truly like.
Hosted by Katrina 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.
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 decisions under extreme stress. Cheryl gets raw and real about her own journey—how she prepped for prison, handled her finances, and found strength through building a solid support system.