Tuesday nights episode 1

A group of inmates are called to the library and speculate about why they're in trouble. They are then informed that they have been chosen to participate in a rehabilitation program for murderers. The group is asked to introduce themselves and discuss vulnerability. They are given a writing task and asked to make animal noises. The session ends and they are dismissed. One inmate receives a mysterious message. Dammit, we just started a new game. Alright, I need inmates 8902, 8304, 6534, and 3982 to report to the library. Man. What'd you get yourself into, little J? I knew we shouldn't have taken the extra packet of oatmeal this morning. Dude, I doubt that's what this is about. It's probably because of that riot last week. Man, you know we weren't a part of that. I don't know, man. We're in trouble for something, though. Line, now! My girl, what did you do this time? Nothing, man. I swear I haven't killed a single man since I got in here. Mm-hmm. I'm telling the truth. You know, that's a lie. No one asked you, TJ. We all know you have a little- Hey! Cut it off. Alright, everyone. Thank you so much for joining me. We didn't have a choice. Thank you for that, TJ. Oh, keep it up, little J. No, I don't! Alright, that's enough. Do you guys know why you're here? I'll take that as a no. The five of you have been chosen to participate in a new program refocusing on rehabilitation of men charged with murder. You five have been selected because you show great potential. Oh, great. I shrank. At least she's hot. Okay, thank you for that unnecessary comment. Let's try to keep the inappropriate comments to a minimum. And don't think of this as therapy. We're just trying to teach you how to reenter the world and begin living successful lives. Let's begin by introducing ourselves, and then we'll get into today's module. TJ, you can go after me. Just say your name and an interesting fact about yourself. My name is Michelle, and a fun fact about me is that I used to play soccer in college and played until I had my daughter. Hey! I'm TJ, but everyone calls me Little J. I have a son named Six. Thank you, Little J. You'll have to show me a picture of your son one day. I have a daughter. I'm the same age, too. Whoever wants to go can go. You can go. No need to raise your hands. Again, this isn't therapy. Okay, my name's Antony, without the H. His name's actually Anthony. No, it's not. Please continue, Antony. An interesting fact about me is that I'm a black belt in karate. Thank you, Antony. AJ, we can just continue around the circle. Maybe after we're done, you can show us some of those karate moves. Alright, uh, I'm AJ. And is there nothing else you want us to know about you, AJ? No, that's it. I'm Mike Hill. I work commissary here. It's nice to meet you, Mike Hill. Hey, guys. You'll have to show me some moves someday. Now that we've introduced ourselves, I want to work on your vulnerability today. Can anyone define vulnerability to me? Vulnerability is being vulnerable. Maybe somebody can define vulnerability without using the word itself. Vulnerability is putting yourself out there to be judged. Pretty important. Vulnerability is being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed. Can anyone describe how being vulnerable feels? Alright, fine. Let me ask you guys this instead. Who has trouble feeling vulnerable because they're in prison and don't feel safe here? Well, of course Mike Hill feels vulnerable because of what he's in here for. AJ, Mike Hill has just been vulnerable with us. That's what we're trying to work toward. Mike Hill, can you describe what being vulnerable feels like to you? Embarrassing. This AJ is a little- Alright, alright. That's enough. Thank you for sharing and opening up like that. It takes a lot of vulnerability. Here, take a sheet of paper and pass it down on your sheet and I want you to write a time that you felt vulnerable. Anyone have any questions? I want you to write about a time you felt vulnerable. Blah, blah, blah. Let's get to the good stuff. How was your childhood, Miss Michelle? How was your relationship with your mother? Alright, alright. Let's bring it back. How about this? I want you to turn to the person beside you and make your best animal noise. Roar! Well, be mindful about it. How's it feel? Anyone want to share? I felt like I was showing a different side of myself. It was scary. Aw, little Tyler's scared. Guys, Tyler was being vulnerable. He was doing a great job. Thank you, Tyler. That's such a good example. I really appreciate that. Does anyone want to follow Tyler in doing the same? I felt nervous, too. Can I show my karate move now? Hiya! Hiya! Alright. On that note, you guys are dismissed. A guard should be at the door to walk you out. What? Meet me at the park next Tuesday. Same time. I'm not who you think I am. What is this?