Becoming The Warden | The Legacy and Legend that is Burl Cain

Becoming The Warden | The Legacy and Legend that is Burl Cain

In this episode of Bloody Angola Woody Overton and Jim Chapman tell the story of legendary Warden Burl Cain. Burl Cain was the longest serving Warden in the history of Louisiana State Penitentiary and his vision and reforms changed this historic prison forever. This docu-series is the most anticipated and sought after we have ever done on Bloody Angola Podcast and it starts now!#BloodyAngolaPodcast #BurlCain #Becomingthewarden #Louisianastatepenitentiary #PrisonWarden #Podcasts #Dixoncorrectionalinstitute #DCI #MDOCOur Sponsors for this episode have a great deal for you!GET 16 FREE MEALS PLUS FREE SHIPPING AT HELLOFRESH!HelloFresh delivers step-by-step recipes and fresh, pre-portioned ingredients right to your door. First, you set your meal plan preferences with options for carnivores, vegetarians, calorie-counters, and more. You'll choose from 30+ delicious weekly recipes carefully put together by the amazing chefs!Click Here to Take advantage of 16 FREE MEALS and FREE SHIPPING!FULL TRANSCRIPT BELOWBECOMING THE WARDEN: THE LEGACY AND LEGEND THAT IS BURL CAIN PART 1Jim: Hey, everyone, and welcome back to Bloody-
Woody: -Angola.
Jim: A podcast 142 years in the making.
Woody: The Complete Story of America's Bloodiest Prison.
Jim: And I'm Jim Chapman.
Woody: And I'm Woody Overton.
Jim: And we're back, Woody Overton.
Woody: Back in the saddle.
Jim: Back in effect.
Woody: Back in effect.
Jim: And we're bringing y'all a hell of a story today. Highly requested.
Woody: Yes. A legend.
Jim: Legend. Someone you have some experience with.
Woody: I do. I have a lot of years of experience with him. Solid dude. They can say whatever they want to. Everybody's going to have their haters or whatever. And certainly, he marches to the beat of a different drummer, but he's a visionary and has affected so many lives.
Jim: Boy, he sure has. And I'll tell you, as far as research, I've probably enjoyed researching this man more than just about anyone I've researched.
Woody: I've read his book years ago when it came out. Of course, I have the family history at Angola and all that, and of course, my personal history with him. Just super, super intelligent, super unique.
Jim: Yeah, very. I think that's a great word to describe him. And of course, if you're hanging by a thread right now trying to figure out who we're talking about, it is the legendary warden of Angola, Burl Cain. So, we're going to start off and we're just going to take you through a journey of his life.
Woody: Yeah. And I think it's so important, this research that you put together, a lot of it I didn't know, especially about the early years. And I don't know how they haven't made a movie about him yet, honestly.
Jim: It's got to be coming at some point.
Woody: Y'all, we've done a couple of series before, but not real long ones or anything. But it's going to be several parts to this. But you got to stay tuned because every one of them is going to kick you.
Jim: Yeah. So, to start off, he was born in Pitkin, Louisiana, and I was not familiar with Pitkin.
Woody: Small town in Vernon Parish.
Jim: Vernon Parish. And for those of you that are kind of wondering where Vernon Parish is, that's on the Texas line. It's in the center of the state all the way to the westernmost.
Woody: If you're familiar with Toledo Bend, the largest lake and kind of splits Louisiana. Texas too, but fantastic for fishing, all that. It's real close to that. Kind of a piney woods area, but really, really rural. Shit, there's not even any major highways to get over there. From off the Interstate 49, which runs north and south, splits the state. Shit, it's probably hour and a half, two hours from there.
Jim: Yeah. And he actually described it in an interview one time, and he said, "We didn't even have a stoplight."
Woody: Yeah, well, my hometown still doesn't have a stoplight.
Jim: [laughs] So, you think about that, folks. He went from that to warden of the largest maximum-security prison in the United States which, first of all, goes to show you that it doesn't matter where you're from, it doesn't matter, hard work and really destined. I think he was kind of touched by God to do what he does. He's 80 years old as of today.
Woody: So, he is a couple of years younger than my dad. Actually, maybe one year because my dad was born the week before Peral Harbor, and he was born on July 2nd, 1942.
Jim: And still going.
Woody: Still going, very, very healthy.
Jim: We're going to get into that.
Woody: But he grew up on a farm, y'all, that's where he developed his work ethic. And let me tell you something, this dude can work.
Jim: Let me tell you, if you're 80 years old-- look, if I make 80, I'm considering that a success. When you're 80 and you're still working, that tells you who he is as far as his work ethic is concerned. He grew up on a farm that would play a huge role in his future development. And he grew up in a very religious house.
Woody: Right. Back then, not knocking it, but a lot of people, especially ones that were raised on farms, their parents had to raise them as help. I mean, they worked.
Jim: That's right. You needed help, you had another kid.
Woody: Talking about throwing hay, tending animals and cows and everything else and working the gardens. And hey, there wasn't any PlayStations and cable TV or anything. Hell, they're lucky if they had electricity.
Jim: And you woke up 4:30 in the morning to milk them cows and do all those things.
Woody: You didn't have a problem going to bed at dark with your ass tired.
Jim: You were tired. And his household was very religious, y'all, extremely religious. He attended church, as he described it, every time the doors were open since birth. And he didn't even dance. He wasn't allowed to dance or attend dancing--[crosstalk]
Woody: And I had a lot of people that I grew up with that were the same way. That just wasn't acceptable. People talk about Bible Belt, I can't say Vernon is directly, but I know there's some count-- not counties, parishes over there that are actually dry. They don't sell alcohol. They're Bible Belt. So, down here where south Louisiana, where everything goes, and then you hit that area of the state, it was borderline to the west of Alexandria and all that, but they were really, really country, and the farther north you go, the more country getting. There's a couple of dry parishes in the state, and this area would have been one of them.
Jim: No doubt. At his age, being born in '42, he was kind of hitting those late teenage years when Elvis Presley-
Woody: Absolutely.
Jim: -was big. So, I'd love to sit him down and ask him, "How did you avoid dance when Elvis Presley came on the radio?"
Woody: He didn't have a radio.
Jim: [laughs] Yeah, that's it. That's probably exactly what he would say. "I was out there milking cows. I wasn't worried about the King." Also, Burl Cain never dreamed he would be a prison warden growing up. Of course, being from such a small town, that'd be like most people dreaming they were going to be an astronaut. It just didn't seem possible. As a matter of fact, he remembers vividly fearing Angola, as it was common for his mother to tell him, "If you don't straighten up, you're going to end up in Angola." It was a threat, matter of fact.
Woody: And one thing they did even back then, believe it or not, is most schools, once a year, certain age group of kids, they bus them to Angola. And of course, it was educational for them, and they didn't hold back. They took you down the walks and stuff like that, and they fed you the prison food, and they were like, most girls be crying and shit like that, and they're like, "I ain't never coming to this motherfucker."
Jim: Yeah. It was used as a form of threat. And so, he had another dream. And believe it or not, y'all, he wanted to be a veterinarian.
Woody: Yeah, he wanted to be a vet. And when he graduated from high school, he went to LSU Alexandria campus, y'all, that's a satellite campus, and they have one in Alexandria and one in Shreveport to do just that. But he struggled coming from a small town where the chemistry side of school basically was a fight for him. And they just didn't teach a whole lot beyond the basics, like the element charts and stuff like that at his high school. So, he switched to something that was more prevalent in the areas from and that's agriculture, education. Let me tell you something, vet school is tough. You might as well go and become a doctor. Nowadays, you got to have a four point whatever just to get in, and there's no guarantee you're going to make it. And it's heavy, heavy on sciences.
Jim: A lot of people don't realize LSU has probably the best vet school, if not one of the best in the country.
Woody: So, imagine this, coming from probably my hometown, I graduated we had 28 in my graduating class. Still don't have a red light to this day. I submit to you that his town was smaller. And back then, they didn't test for the kids to pass the test. You just got the books, you know Jim, it was a different type of education. And they were just giving your basics.
But the ag part, growing up on a farm, he already knew tons about it. And pretty much everyone in his family were teachers. So, he settled on basically just working towards a life of teaching after college, which I think is very unique now that I know him.
Jim: Right. You look back on that life and you see how those skills benefited him, even though he wasn't in the world of education when he really got going. So, he graduates from LSU in agriculture education. He starts teaching at a high school, and [chuckles]

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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 disturbing accounts from former patients like Jane Hawkins, Joy Edwards, and Brandy Fitzsimmons, Jim uncovers a pattern of botched surgeries, complications, and negligence that tarnished Dr. Brown's reputation. Former employees, including Shannon Gerage and Deborah Brown Guy, reveal troubling details about Dr. Brown's declining behavior, unsafe practices, and lapses in patient care standards at his clinic. Reports of unauthorized procedures, medication mishandling, and unsterile conditions raise serious concerns about the quality of care provided to patients under Dr. Brown's supervision.The investigation by the Florida Department of Health exposes a myriad of violations and risks posed by Dr. Brown's practices, shedding light on the dire consequences of his actions. From improper sterilization methods to medication misuse, the episode delves into the disturbing events that unfolded within Dr. Brown's clinic, painting a grim picture of the challenges faced by his patients.The tragic events surrounding Hillary Brown's own procedure, culminating in her untimely death due to negligence and over-medication by Dr. Brown, serve as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of medical malpractice. The podcast unravels the harrowing sequence of events that led to her passing, underscoring the need for accountability and reform within the healthcare system to prevent similar tragedies in the future.Follow Exposed on Apple Podcast here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exposed-scandalous-files-of-the-elite/id1727965835Legal Note: This Case has not been adjucated and all persons discussed in this podcast are assumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The criminal or civil charges expressed in this podcast are taken from public record and not the direct opinions of the host or producers of this podcast.Timestamps 01:43 New Beginnings14:48 Unraveling Truths20:51 Exposed Secrets25:38 State of Investigation30:29 Unauthorized Brazilian Butt Lift33:08 Laser Treatment Against Patient's Wishes36:12 Tragic Death of Hillary Brown42:26 Arrest Warrant Issued45:10 Medical License Restriction46:39 Culpable Negligence Charges51:02 Concerns Over Medication Handling54:07 Neglect Leads to Death58:06 Higher Doses for Victim1:00:46 Family Statement and Grief #exposed #scandal #DrBenBrown #plasticsurgeon #botchedsurgeries #negligence #medicalmalpractice #podcast #crime #florida Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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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 crime spree between 1978 and 1981. Simonis's crimes led to the formation of the FBI's profiling task force. The FBI created a detailed profile of Simonis, including his physical description, behavior patterns, and tendencies, which matched his characteristics accurately.Simonis meticulously planned his crimes, evolving from burglary to sexual assaults and violence over time. He displayed domineering behavior, sought control and power over his victims, and enjoyed inflicting fear and pain. Simonis detailed his criminal activities in an interview with FBI profiler Roy Hazelwood, revealing his methods, motivations, and deviant fantasies. He admitted to escalating violence, seeking high-risk situations, and deriving satisfaction from dominating and terrorizing women.Simonis's intelligence, manipulative tactics, and strategic approach to his crimes revealed a disturbing insight into the mind of a serial rapist. The episode delves into Simonis's twisted psyche, his predatory behaviors, and his unrepentant attitude towards his heinous acts. Despite Simonis's eventual capture and lifelong imprisonment at bloody Angola prison, his chilling confessions shed light on the dark and sinister world of a prolific sexual predator.Timestamps02:36 Inside the Walls of Angola03:41 The Ski Mask Rapist06:02 FBI's Profiling Task Force07:39 The Progression of Crimes10:03 Creating the FBI Profile11:45 The Capture of John Simonis14:03 Comparing to the FBI Profile15:19 Simonis' Sentencing19:30 Simonis' Future in Prison21:13 Interview Techniques24:18 The Interview with John Simonis43:31 FBI's Study on Serial Killers44:55 Expansion to Profiling Sexual Crimes#podcast #crime #bloodyangola #prison #jonsimonis #skimaskedrapist Sponsor Deals!HelloFreshUse our link and get FREE APPETIZERS for life as long as your subscription is active.https://www.hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaappsOur Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaapps* Go to badlandsranch.com/BLOODYANGOLA to get up to 50% off your regular-priced dog food order with a 90-day money-back guarantee.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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The Lengths One Will Go To Escape Prison

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 throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. The lengths in which one will go to escape prison will blow your mind and we discuss it all today!Timestamps02:18 Prison Escapes04:21 Escape History12:11 Criminal to Detective16:16 Escaping War18:52 Lifetime Escape23:56 Daring Adventure27:46 Unexpected Escape32:59 Dillinger's Escape36:10 World War II Escape38:16 Spanish Civil War Escape#SerialKillers #tedbundy #johnwaynegacy #profiling #fbi #bloodyangolapodcast #crime #podcast #killers #dateline Special Listener Deals!Badlands Ranch:Get up to 50% off your order of Superfood Complete dog food PLUS a 90 day money back guarantee!https://www.badlandsranch.com/bloodyangolaHelloFreshUse our link and get FREE APPETIZERS for life as long as your subscription is active.https://www.hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaapps Our Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaapps* Go to badlandsranch.com/BLOODYANGOLA to get up to 50% off your regular-priced dog food order with a 90-day money-back guarantee.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Inside the Mind of a Serial Killer

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 and classifications, both in the US and globally. Uncovering demographics like average age for a first kill, youngest and oldest serial killers, and racial composition, we also discuss the link between childhood abuse and becoming a serial killer.We explore different types of serial killers - psychotic, missionaries, power seekers - with examples like Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy, and delve into subcategories like lust and gang killers. Drawing distinctions between organized and disorganized serial killers, we shed light on their characteristics and behaviors. Listen as we dive into the dark world and motivations behind these heinous crimes on Bloody Angola.Timestamps05:43 Rise of Serial Killers06:39 Global Serial Killer Stats08:55 Age and Gender of Serial Killers09:32 Racial Breakdown10:13 Issues with Profiling11:52 IQ and Methods of Killing12:54 IQs of Well-Known Serial Killers14:34 Child Abuse Statistics15:22 Birth Order of Serial Killers15:53 Profiling Types of Serial Killers19:08 Types of Missionary Killers20:43 Lust Killers and Profiling21:42 Black Widows and Cost Cutters23:46 Power Seekers24:20 Not-So-Well-Known Serial Killers25:12 Henry Landau's Twisted Actions25:33 Revenge Killers26:13 Organized vs. Disorganized Killers29:14 Profiling Serial Killers#SerialKillers #tedbundy #johnwaynegacy #profiling #fbi #bloodyangolapodcast #crime #podcast #killers #dateline Special Listener Deals!Badlands Ranch:Get up to 50% off your order of Superfood Complete dog food PLUS a 90 day money back guarantee!https://www.badlandsranch.com/bloodyangolaHelloFreshUse our link and get FREE APPETIZERS for life as long as your subscription is active.https://www.hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaapps Our Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaapps* Go to badlandsranch.com/BLOODYANGOLA to get up to 50% off your regular-priced dog food order with a 90-day money-back guarantee.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Part 2 | The Investigation into The Ware Center for Youth

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 facility, prompted a call for change and spearheaded an investigation of the Juvenile Facility by then Governor John Bell Edwards.Allegations of rape, physical abuse and an unusually high number of suicides are covered in this episode.It is important to note that this episode covers the Allegations made by the New York Times and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this podcast.Timestamps03:01 Ware Center for Youth Investigation Begins05:06 Inspector General's Detailed Report09:04 Reviewing Incidents and Escapes10:14 Review of Juvenile Suicides13:12 History of Ware Youth Center14:08 Critical Incidents at Ware23:35 DCFS Issues and Facility Improvements31:13 Conclusion and Podcast UpdateSpecial Listener Deals!Badlands Ranch:Get up to 50% off your order of Superfood Complete dog food PLUS a 90 day money back guarantee!https://www.badlandsranch.com/bloodyangolaHelloFreshUse our link and get FREE APPETIZERS for life as long as your subscription is active.https://www.hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaapps Our Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaapps* Go to badlandsranch.com/BLOODYANGOLA to get up to 50% off your regular-priced dog food order with a 90-day money-back guarantee.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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The Investigation into The Ware Center for Youth

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 York Times investigation exposing shocking abuse and neglect at the facility, prompting a call for change that spearheaded an investigation of the Juvenile Facility by then Governor John Bell Edwards.Allegations of rape, physical abuse and an unusually high number of suicides are covered in this episode.It is important to note that this episode covers the Allegations made by the New York Times and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this podcast.Timestamps07:18 Allegations by the New York Times12:39 Investigations by the State Inspector General16:17 The Politics of Ware19:21 The Beginnings of Ware22:22 Shakira's Journey to Ware26:11 Punishments and Abuse at Ware30:06 Horrific Allegations of Sexual Abuse39:03 The Sheriff's Response40:01 Uncovering Indifference42:44 Surprising Outcomes44:54 Superficial Oversight46:09 Inadequate Corrections47:35 Concealed Interviews50:56 Rising Dysfunction52:10 False Assurances56:12 Regulatory Failures57:47 Escalating Incidents1:00:55 Reflecting on ImpactSpecial Listener Deals!Badlands Ranch:Go watch this 20 Minute Video presented by Katherine Heigl and learn some amazing tips on the health of your dog.Click Here to watch now!Our Sponsors:* Go to badlandsranch.com/BLOODYANGOLA to get up to 50% off your regular-priced dog food order with a 90-day money-back guarantee.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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The Answer

The Answer

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, we answer listener questions. Including preferences in covering historic events, favorite podcast stories, and challenges in researching current prison events. We highlight our favorite episodes and upcoming series possibilities. We reflect on the impact of covering stories like interviewing a former juvenile lifer and so much more!#podcast #historicevents #MemorialDay #interviews #bloodyangolaSpecial Listener Deals!Badlands Ranch:Go watch this 20 Minute Video presented by Katherine Heigl and learn some amazing tips on the health of your dog.Click Here to watch now!Timestamps:04:08 Interviewing Prison Convicts05:23 Interviewing the Angolite Editor05:48 Shocking Discoveries in Angola's History07:16 Would You Spend a Night in an Angola Cell?08:27 Addressing Misconceptions about Angola10:02 Impact of Podcast on Victims' Families11:58 Dealing with Criticism for the Podcast12:36 Most Impactful Experience from Interview14:09 Sources and Research for Bloody Angola15:22 Cold Case Resolutions through Angola Research17:32 Most Intriguing Discovery in Angola's History20:07 Plans for Future Episodes and Guests21:18 Handling Disturbing Stories in the Podcast25:57 Insight into Convict Lease Program27:46 Challenges of Researching Prison Infractions29:05 Recognition for Podcast Award and Fans30:27 Upcoming Series 33:59 Favorite Episodes and Standout Stories35:17 Embracing Goofy Energy in the Podcast35:38 Observance and Message for Memorial DayOur Sponsors:* Go to badlandsfood.com/BLOODYANGOLA to learn how you can see incredible changes in your dog’s health!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Inmates Versus Convicts

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