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Season 6

Nightmare on Cell Block: Halloween Horrors from Inside Prison
Oct. 31, 2024

Nightmare on Cell Block: Halloween Horrors from Inside Prison

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim examines the history of America’s most haunted prisons, with this Halloween special episode.  Jim also provides an update on the podcast's direction. Today he shares some pretty chilling tales from locations like...
The Neville Brothers, The Injured Pelican and Butlers Park
Oct. 24, 2024

The Neville Brothers, The Injured Pelican and Butlers Park

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we begin with a story on "Butler's Park," highlighting the Outdoor Visiting Program that enhances inmate well-being and fosters family connections in a serene park setting. We then delve into the heartwarming story...
10/6 Lifers
Oct. 17, 2024

10/6 Lifers

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we investigate the plight of the "10-6 lifers," who were misled into believing they would serve only 10 years and six months but instead faced decades in prison. Timestamps 04:26 The 10-6 Lifers' Forgotten Story...
Alone
Oct. 10, 2024

Alone

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we discuss the stark realities of death and burial within Angola Prison, inspired by Wilbert Rideau's writing which highlight the emotional turmoil of inmates facing mortality. We recount the poignant scenes of...
Hurricane Part 4
Oct. 3, 2024

Hurricane Part 4

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we conclude the look into and response to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina as it relates to Louisiana Prisons. Timestamps 10:13 Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina 17:07 Medical Emergencies and ...
Hurricane Part 3
Sept. 26, 2024

Hurricane Part 3

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Woody and Jim continue with the look into and response to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina as it relates to Louisiana Prisons by looking into the challenges faced as female prisoners made t...
Hurricane! Part 2
Sept. 19, 2024

Hurricane! Part 2

In this episode of "Bloody Angola," Woody and Jim continue to explore the catastrophic effects of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita on Louisiana's prison system through the government report that came out after the storms. They det...
Hurricane!
Sept. 12, 2024

Hurricane!

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast Woody and Jim discuss the impact of Hurricanes Katrina and Ida on the prison system. We recount the chaotic conditions during Katrina, where inmates like Dan Bright were left in floode...
Investigating Hunt Correctional
Sept. 5, 2024

Investigating Hunt Correctional

NOTE: Nothing discussed in today’s podcast has been adjudicated and no investigation is complete so anything reported in this podcast on the subject of Hunts Correctional are allegations made by whistleblowers and no wrong do...
Mistaken Identity
Aug. 29, 2024

Mistaken Identity

In "Mistaken Identity," *Bloody Angola* recounts a wrongful arrest during a 1993 traffic stop and a wild two days in on of Louisiana’s most notorious Parish Prisons. Timestamps 01:30 Young, Wild and Free 08:46 The Encounter w...
Back to the Beginning
Aug. 27, 2024

Back to the Beginning

In this episode of Bloody Angola podcast we go back…to a long lost interview you need to hear when woody and Jim came up with the concept for Bloody Angola. A special bonus drop for everyone! Timestamps 02:42 Interview with W...
The Murderous Canton Brothers of New Orleans
Aug. 22, 2024

The Murderous Canton Brothers of New Orleans

In this episode, The gripping tale of the Canton brothers is told, whose fateful robbery on Halloween 1911 led to the tragic murder of attorney Edgar Farrar Jr. and their subsequent arrest, sensational trial and the aftermath...
Extreme Heat Part 2
Aug. 15, 2024

Extreme Heat Part 2

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we delve into the second part of Extreme Heat, discussing a civil lawsuit by inmates against the prison. We examine the backgrounds of the inmates named as plaintiffs, detailing their convict...
Extreme Heat
Aug. 8, 2024

Extreme Heat

In this episode, Woody Overton and Jim Chapman examine the legal battle unfolding at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola, where inmates are challenging the brutal working conditions in the fields. The lawsuit alleges many ...
TWISTERS In Prison!
July 29, 2024

TWISTERS In Prison!

Go to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! we delve into the wild weather events that have occured at Louisiana State Penitentiary. It’s a special bonus episode for everyon...
Dangerous, Infamous, Notorious
July 25, 2024

Dangerous, Infamous, Notorious

Go to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! In this episode, we delve into the world of America's most dangerous prisons, starting with Holman Correctional Facility in Alaba...
Incarcerating Connor Wood
July 17, 2024

Incarcerating Connor Wood

Go to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! Woody Overton and Jim Chapman tell the story of Connor Wood. A 15 year old convicted of the murder of his parents and his best fr...
The lengths One Will Go To Escape Prison Part 2
July 11, 2024

The lengths One Will Go To Escape Prison Part 2

We continue to blow your mind with some of the most Brazen prison escape stories of all time! Timestamps 04:21 Japanese Prisoner Escapes: Yoshi Shiatori 05:23 Prison Break in Fort San Cristobal 06:55 Penal Colonies and Escape...
The Doctor Will See You Now...
July 4, 2024

The Doctor Will See You Now...

We explore the tragic events surrounding Hillary Brown's death, due to alleged negligence and over-medication by her husband Dr. Benjamin Brown during procedures he performed on her at his office. Through a series of disturbi...
The Ski Masked Rapist: Jon Simonis
June 27, 2024

The Ski Masked Rapist: Jon Simonis

In this episode of the Bloody Angola podcast, Jim Chapman and Woody Overton discuss Jon Barry Simonis, known as the ski mask rapist. Simonis confessed to 81 rapes nationwide and was linked to over 130 attacks in a 12-state cr...
The Lengths One Will Go To Escape Prison
June 20, 2024

The Lengths One Will Go To Escape Prison

In this episode of "Bloody Angola," we explore the fascinating history of prison escapes worldwide. From narratives of breakouts in the Tower of London to daring escapes during the American Civil War and gripping incidents th...
Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer
June 13, 2024

Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we deep dive into the realm of serial killers, exploring their twisted minds and chilling actions. From defining a serial killer to examining the rise in serial killings, we analyze the stats...
Part 2 | The Investigation into The Ware Center for Youth
June 6, 2024

Part 2 | The Investigation into The Ware Center for Youth

In this episode of "Bloody Angola," we explore the Inspectors General's side of the incidents occurring at Ware Center for Youth from 2019-2022. A New York Times investigation exposing shocking abuse and neglect at the facili...
The Investigation into The Ware Center for Youth
May 30, 2024

The Investigation into The Ware Center for Youth

In this episode of "Bloody Angola," we explore the dark history of the Ware Center for Youth and the just released Louisiana Inspector General findings of the conditions within. The focus of this initial episode is on a New Y...