Conversations With An Incarcerated Homie

In this episode of No Ceilings, Glasses Malone breaks down his vision for a new vertical 9:16 mobile series built specifically for phones, featuring fast-paced episodes under two minutes. Inspired in part by the original Gone in 60 Seconds and experiences from his youth, the concept follows a group of older friends who come out of retirement to steal cars, blending street storytelling, filmmaking, and short-form digital entertainment. Glasses explains how the format could introduce a different approach to scripted content while creating stories designed for how audiences increasingly consume entertainment on mobile devices. The episode then shifts to a prison call with filmmaker and actor Omar Ray, also known as Suge Gotti, from Ironwood State Prison, with Lex Diamonds joining the episode. Omar discusses the December 2020 murder case that ultimately led to his 2024 arrest and conviction, while disputing the prosecution's account and alleging inconsistencies involving witness statements, investigators, and the state's proposed drug-deal motive. He shares his perspective on his legal representation, says he is currently appealing the conviction and seeking a new trial, and reflects on the impact incarceration has had on his family and future. Despite his circumstances, Omar emphasizes his history of community involvement and remains focused on returning to filmmaking, youth football outreach, and rebuilding his life if given another opportunity.   Rate, subscribe, comment and share. Follow NC on IG: @GlassesLocSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.