Ep 5. It's Complicated

In the season 4 episode 5 of Lockup: Raw titled "It's Complicated," viewers are taken into the lives of inmates dealing with complicated relationships. From romantic relationships to sibling rivalries, the inmates of the Western Massachusetts Regional Women's Correctional Center navigate the complexities of their personal lives behind bars.

One of the inmates featured in the episode is Shante, who has been in and out of prison since she was a teenager. She talks about the toxic relationships she has had in the past and how she is now focused on improving herself for the sake of her daughter. Shante also shares her struggles with the other women in the prison and the support she receives from them.

Another inmate, Sarah, has an even more complicated situation. Her sister, who is also incarcerated, was recently released and has since been arrested again. Sarah shares her guilt and frustration over not being able to help her sister, and the stress that this has caused her in her own sentence.

The episode also features interviews with prison staff and psychologists who discuss the challenges of maintaining healthy relationships while incarcerated. They explain the strict rules and limitations on communication between inmates, as well as the difficulties of managing conflict between prisoners who may have shared histories or ongoing disputes.

Throughout the episode, viewers are given an intimate look at the lives of these incarcerated women, and the ways in which their personal relationships are impacted by their time in prison. With honest and emotional interviews, "It's Complicated" sheds light on the difficult choices and complex emotions that inmates face every day.