In the second episode of Mare Fuori Season 1, titled "Educazione siberiana," new inmates Filippo and Carmine navigate the harsh realities of the IPM, with Filippo facing intimidation from Ciro Ricci's gang. While Naditza forms an interest in the newcomer, flashbacks reveal that Carmine's imprisonment stems from a violent act of self-defense. The episode highlights the clash between the prisoners' pasts and the necessity of surviving in a new, dangerous environment.