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From the creative minds of award winning podcasters Woody Overton of Real Life Real Crime and Jim Chapman of Local Leaders the Podcast Bloody Angola is a no holds barred podcast based on stories and interviews of the bloodiest prison in America, told like you have never heard it!
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In this episode, kicking off the “Hybristophilia” series, which involves “a sexual attraction to individuals who commit crimes,” Jim recounts the case of Bobbi Parker, a wardens wife, who was convicted of aiding in the escape and going on the …
In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim concludes “The hunt for the Storyville Slayer”, who terrorized New Orleans from 1991 to 1996, after being possibly linked to over 20 murders in the area an arrest was made, but…was there more …
In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim explores the hunt for the Storyville Slayer, who terrorized New Orleans from 1991 to 1996, after being possibly linked to 27 murders in the area an arrest was made, but…was there more then …
In this episode, Jim explores the nearly 3 year investigation initiated by the United States Justice Department into the Louisiana State Police (LSP) regarding numerous allegations of excessive force. Chapters 05:42 Investigation Results Released...
In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman covers the case, conviction and incarceration of Eric Mickelson and Beverly Arthur, linked to the tragic murder of 86-year-old war hero Charles Martin Jr. Jim provides insight into Charles’s life,...
In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman covers the case, conviction and incarceration of Eric Mickelson and Beverly Arthur, linked to the tragic murder of 86-year-old war hero Charles Martin Jr. Jim provides insight into Charles’s life,...
In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman covers a lawsuit just filed from the United States Justice Department accusing the State of Louisiana and the Department of Corrections of massive over-detention of inmates who have served their...
In this weeks episode of Bloody Angola, Jim provides some clarification regarding the suspension of the BSL series and brings you the horrific story and incarceration of Dr. Stephen Matthews. Exposed: Scandalous Files of the Elite can be found...
In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim Chapman delves into the disturbing crimes of Brandon Scott Laverne, tracing his journey from a troubled upbringing in Louisiana to a series of violent crimes that shocked a community in the heart of …
In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim Chapman completes his the look into the conviction and incarceration of Serial Killer Felix Vail, a figure linked to the oldest cold case in history where the killer was sentenced to prison Jim …
In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim continues exploring the dark story of Felix Vail and the events leading to his arrest for the murder of his wife, Mary. Highlighting journalist Jerry Mitchell's role in reopening the cold case, Jim …
In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim explores the life of Serial Killer Felix Vail, a figure linked to the oldest cold case in history where the killer was sentenced to prison Jim delves into Vail's tumultuous upbringing and unpack …
On Thursday February 22nd Bloody Angola Podcast goes deep into the life story of Wayne Felde, a troubled individual who was born in 1949 and grew up in a family with a history of military service. Wayne's father was …
In our episode released Thursday December 21st, 2023, we wrapped up our fifth season! The episode can be listened to completely free by clicking here. We share the success of our recent episode on the Black Code and discuss some …
Google Podcasts is shutting down, here's how to switch. As you may know, the Google Podcasts app is shutting down soon. That means if you’re using the app to listen to your favorite podcasts, you’ll need to find a new …
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Jim Chapman has been a historian of prisons his entire life.
His first visit to Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola was at the age of 11 with his church youth group.
Since that time Jim has visited angola countless times which lit his passion for America's prison history!
Jim Chapman is also the award winning Creator and Host of Local Leaders the Podcast.
Jim is also founder of several companies including Envision Podcast Production, Envision Podcast studio Rentals and The Louisiana Podcast Association.
Jim has received numerous awards for his podcasting efforts including being recognized as a finalist for a Peoples Choice Podcast award for Best Business Podcast in 2021 and In 2022 his podcast Local Leaders again was nominated for a Peoples Choice Podcast Award for Best Business Podcast.
Jim also wears executive producing hats for topped ranked podcast including Real Life Real Crime, and Unspeakable: A True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings.
Jim's editing and sound mixing skills are also well known and he is managing sound and video editor for several top podcast including RLRC, Unspeakable, The Death of Journalism and Real Life Real Crime Daily where he also serves in a co-hosting role.
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Award winning podcast host, Woody Overton, is a retired law enforcement officer that has taken to the mic to recount stories of his experiences in law enforcement as a major crime detective, polygraphist, street cop and more!
Woody Overton has become the voice of victims and their families. He holds law enforcement officers accountable for their actions or lack there of.
Overton, Best Male Host of 2021 in the Peoples Choice Podcast Awards, has a voice as "smooth as butter", speaks his mind and has major credentials to back him up.
Overton has solved numerous cold cases, he seeks justice where there is none, helps the innocent and works hard to put the guilty where they belong.
Podcast to his credit include the massively successful Real Life Real Crime, and Scorched Justice!
