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A Texas Prison Warden’s Tips On How To Stay Safe From Criminal Minds
Nothing Good Happens After Midnight
In the vast, rugged terrain of Texas, where the stories of outlaws and the law are etched into the very soil, we find a beacon of knowledge in an unexpected place: the walls of a maximum-security prison.
My guest, David Stacks guest is a seasoned Texas prison warden, a guardian of society’s most dangerous individuals.
The retired Warden is now the Director of the Texas Prison Museum in Huntsville, Texas.
Having spent decades overseeing some of the most notorious criminals in the state, Stacks brings a wealth of insight into the criminal psyche.
But more than that, he offers invaluable tips on personal safety, gleaned from his years of experience amid danger.
What can ordinary citizens learn from the strict protocols and keen observations of a prison warden?
For one thing, nothing good happens after midnight.
As we uncover these insights, we not only peer into the abyss of criminal minds but also learn how to safeguard ourselves in a world where unpredictability is the only certainty.
The Texas Prison Museum
The Texas Prison Museum, established in 1989 in Huntsville, Texas, offers a profound insight into the history and operations of the state’s prison system, the largest in the world. Huntsville, known for its pivotal role in the Texas Prison System, houses this museum due to its historical significance, being the site of the first prison and the headquarters for the state’s Department of Criminal Justice. The museum features a diverse array of artifacts and exhibits, including an original electric chair used for 361 executions and various inmate-made objects, from craftwork to contraband.
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