Ep 2. Twenty-Three and One

In this episode of 60 Days In, titled "Twenty-Three and One," the participants continue to experience the harsh realities of life inside Fulton County Jail. With 23 hours spent in their cells each day, the inmates grapple with boredom, limited human interaction, and the stress of living in a volatile environment.

One of the participants, Tony, is struggling to maintain his cover and make connections with other inmates. He has become an outcast and a target for harassment, and his frustration is mounting. Meanwhile, Donovan finds himself in the middle of a physical altercation and must decide whether to intervene or stay out of it.

As the days pass, tensions continue to rise among the inmates. Inmates are constantly on edge and easily provoked. One participant, Sarah, finds a way to adapt to her surroundings and befriend some of her cellmates, but she must navigate dangerous situations to do so.

Throughout the episode, the participants learn more about the inner workings of the jail, including the importance of access to resources and the power dynamics between the inmates. As they struggle to adjust to this new way of life, they must also confront the harsh reality that many of the inmates they are living with will likely return to the system after release.

At the end of the episode, the participants gather to share their experiences and reflect on the challenges they have faced thus far. With 60 days still ahead of them, they know that they will need to continue to adapt and stay vigilant in order to survive.