jk simmons as grandfather in prison

Every family has a figure who captures the imagination of future generations of storytellers. For Camaran Henson, that figure is his grandfather, a former police detective he was convinced was immortal, like a superhero. Though his grandfather didn’t prove to be immortal, Camaran still considers him worthy of his legendary status — and a deserving focal point of continued storytelling. He came to StoryCorps to remember “Detective Simmons.”

Sweet Jones, ain't your average Grandpa. He's a cut-throat gangster and 'businessman'. When Sean starts displaying poor behavior, Jones knows he has to get out of the game, yet faces run-ins with young thugs, crooked cops and more.