209. A Gay Christian Trump Supporter Goes to Prison - with Matt Melvin, Author & Activist

In this episode, Ashanti sits down with Matt Melvin, the author of "Bullied Behind Bars: A Gay Christian Trump Supporter Goes to Prison." In this book, Matt shares his unique and deeply personal journey and delves into how his identity as a gay Christian and his political beliefs shaped his experiences while incarcerated.

(0:00) Welcome

(8:55) Matt introduces himself

(10:00) Front of Ashanti's mask

(12:30) Front of Matt's mask

(17:00) Back of Ashanti's mask

(19:50) Back of Matt's mask

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