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In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast we discuss the remarkable journey of Warden Ross Maggio at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola. The youngest warden in Angola history at just 36 years old, he was renowned for his resilience during a harrowing kidnapping incident and his transformative leadership. Through prioritizing inmate work, security, and rehabilitation programs, Maggio reshaped Bloody Angola from a violent environment to a safer, disciplined prison. By implementing proactive security measures and emphasizing discipline, Maggio significantly reduced violent incidents and set a new standard for effective prison management. Despite facing challenges and criticisms, his unwavering commitment to safety and order left a lasting impact on Angola's prison system.Timestamps04:01 Retirement Reflections09:10 Winds of Change19:16 New Beginnings at Hunt23:25 Advocating for Inmates25:40 System Crossroads28:26 Farewell to Angola#rossmaggio #louisiana #bloodyangola #podcast #prison #crime #criminal #warden Go to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! Our Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaappsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bloody-angola-podcast-by-woody-overton-and-jim-chapman/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

31 Juli 202437min

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 everyone this week!In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast we explore the history of tornados and flooding at Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola. The impact of catastrophic floods in 1922, which led to the expansion of Angola to prevent future evacuations and challenges faced by correctional staff during these events courtesy of Mother Nature.Timestamps02:14 History of Flooding in Angola05:37 Weather Events in Angola08:27 Electrical Service Disruption09:41 Heavy Rainfall Inundation12:19 Livingston Parish Prison Flood16:09 Impact of Storms on Prisons18:24 Orleans Parish Prison During Hurricane Katrina24:43 Inmates' Plight During Hurricane KatrinaOur Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaappsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bloody-angola-podcast-by-woody-overton-and-jim-chapman/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

29 Juli 202432min

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 Alabama known as the Slaughterhouse. Moving on to Orleans Parish Prison with its reign of violence and numerous deaths. Pelican Bay State Prison in California is criticized for gang violence control, contrasting the setup with Angola. Rikers Island in New York is notorious with notable inmates like Tupac Shakur. Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola, the largest maximum security prison in the U.S., known for its violent history, San Quentin, the oldest prison in California with death row for male prisoners, housing infamous criminals like Charles Manson. Folsom State Prison gained notoriety through Johnny Cash's concert. Sing Sing Correctional Facility, known for its electric chair executions. Attica Correctional Facility marked by riots and brutal violence, including the infamous Attica riot of 1971.The episode also explores some of America's most dangerous female criminals, such as Belle Guinness, who killed over 40 people for insurance money. Gwendolyn Graham and Catherine May Wood, who killed elderly patients for thrill. Patty Hearst, who orchestrated her own kidnapping for ransom. Andrea Yates, who tragically drowned her five children due to severe mental health issues. Jane Toppin, a nurse who killed multiple patients. Nanny Doss, who poisoned multiple family members for financial gain. Delphine LaLaurie, who tortured and murdered slaves in New Orleans.The episode further delves into the lives of the 10 most dangerous inmates globally, including Dennis Radar, the BTK killer, and a man nicknamed Charles Bronson, infamous for his violent prison behavior. El Chapo Guzman, the former drug lord, and David Berkowitz, known as the Son of Sam. Charles Cullen, an angel of death in the medical profession, and Joseph James D'Angelo, the Golden State Killer and we even cover an inmate named “Eyeball”Timestamps02:43 Most Dangerous Prisons in the United States13:37 America's Most Notorious Female Criminals19:59 Patty Hearst - Daughter Turned Criminal25:37 Delphine LaLaurie - Torturer of Slaves32:47 Aileen Wuornos - The Tragic Serial Killer36:32 Call him Charles Bronson - Violent Prisoner38:45 El Chapo Guzman - Drug Lord Extraordinaire38:51 David Berkowitz - The Son of Sam39:44 Charles Cullen - Angel of Death40:52 Joseph James D'Angelo - The Golden State Killer42:21 Jason Barnum - The Infamous EyeballOur Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaappsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bloody-angola-podcast-by-woody-overton-and-jim-chapman/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

25 Juli 202448min

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 friend in Ferriday, Louisiana in 2008.Timestamps02:27 The Disturbing Phone Call03:25 The Identity Revealed04:48 Uncovering the Truth05:46 Shocking Discoveries06:47 A Surprising Revelation10:29 Connor's Confession15:43 The Failed Plan16:57 Plan Gone Awry18:37 Confrontation in the Hallway20:09 Shocking Conclusion21:09 Motive Revealed21:51 Legal Proceedings30:37 Sentencing Explanation33:02 Parole Opportunity36:05 Prisoner Rehabilitation Program#bloodyangolapodcast #connorwood #crime #truecrime #podcast #louisiana #prison Our Sponsors:* Check out HelloFresh: hellofresh.com/bloodyangolaappsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bloody-angola-podcast-by-woody-overton-and-jim-chapman/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

17 Juli 202447min

We continue to blow your mind with some of the most Brazen prison escape stories of all time!Timestamps04:21 Japanese Prisoner Escapes: Yoshi Shiatori05:23 Prison Break in Fort San Cristobal06:55 Penal Colonies and Escapes07:06 Escape-Proof Camp: Colditz Castle08:52 Escape of French Resistance Fighter: Andre Devigny15:13 Acre Prison Break: Jewish Underground Groups19:56 Serial Killer Escape: Monroe Hickson21:17 Escape from Alcatraz22:09 Alcatraz Escape Continues25:05 Monroe Hickson's Fate Revealed29:40 Escape and Recapture of Thomas Knight30:44 Escape of Drug Smuggler: Billy Hayes32:45 Escape from Puente Caritas Penitentiary34:24 Helicopter Escape from Mountjoy Prison36:49 Escapes of Serial Killer Carlton Gary36:56 Carlton Gary's Capture and Execution38:59 Escape and Capture of James Robert Jones39:16 Ted Bundy's Christmas Escape40:39 Prisoner Mentality and EscapesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/bloody-angola-podcast-by-woody-overton-and-jim-chapman/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

11 Juli 202443min

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

4 Juli 20241h 7min

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

27 Juni 202450min

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

20 Juni 202448min