Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman

Part 2 of a 4 part series Jim Chapman brings you into the shadows of one of America’s most notorious serial killers: Ted Bundy. Behind the handsome face, law-school smile, and easy charm lurked a predator who terrorized the United States from 1974-1978. From his first known murders in Washington state to his cross-country killing spree, daring prison escapes, and final rampage in Florida, Bundy left behind a trail of at least thirty confirmed victims— young women who never stood a chance against his calculated manipulation. Jim examines how a seemingly ordinary man used his intelligence, good looks, and fake casts and crutches to lure victims into his Volkswagen Beetle, and how he repeatedly slipped through the fingers of law enforcement. You’ll hear about the shocking courtroom moments, the media circus that turned him into a celebrity monster, and the psychological profile that still fascinates criminologists today. From his troubled childhood to his final days on death row, this is the complete, unflinching story of Ted Bundy—the charming killer whose crimes changed the way America hunts monsters. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 01:12 Hawkins on Sorority Row 07:41 Lake Sammamish Attacks 21:06 Utah Hunting Grounds 26:52 Melissa Smith Targeted 31:35 Halloween Night Attack 38:50 Carol DaRonch’s Escape 44:45 Colorado’s Ski Lodge Murder Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2026

Part 1 of a 4 part series Jim Chapman brings you into the shadows of one of America’s most notorious serial killers: Ted Bundy. Behind the handsome face, law-school smile, and easy charm lurked a predator who terrorized the United States from 1974-1978. From his first known murders in Washington state to his cross-country killing spree, daring prison escapes, and final rampage in Florida, Bundy left behind a trail of at least thirty confirmed victims— young women who never stood a chance against his calculated manipulation. Jim examines how a seemingly ordinary man used his intelligence, good looks, and fake casts and crutches to lure victims into his Volkswagen Beetle, and how he repeatedly slipped through the fingers of law enforcement.  You’ll hear about the shocking courtroom moments, the media circus that turned him into a celebrity monster, and the psychological profile that still fascinates criminologists today. From his troubled childhood to his final days on death row, this is the complete, unflinching story of Ted Bundy—the charming killer whose crimes changed the way America hunts monsters. Warning: This episode contains graphic descriptions of violence and SA. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Chapters 05:17 The Birth of Evil 10:38 The Family Lie 12:31 First Signs of Evil 17:59 Karen Sparks  19:56 Linda Healy  25:51 Donna Manson  39:19 Susan Rancourt  46:53 Roberta Parks  53:54 Brenda Ball Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

In the summer of 1969, a ragtag group of runaways and outcasts living in the California desert unleashed one of the most shocking crime sprees in American history. At the center of it all was Charles Manson—a failed musician with a magnetic personality and a deadly vision. In this episode, we dive deep into the twisted world of the Manson Family: how a small-time criminal became the self-proclaimed messiah of a doomsday cult, how he used sex, drugs, and the Beatles’ White Album to brainwash his followers, and how his apocalyptic race-war prophecy known as “Helter Skelter” led to the brutal murders of Sharon Tate, Leno and Rosemary LaBianca, and six others. From Manson’s troubled childhood to the chaotic trial that captivated the world, we uncover the psychology of a cult leader, the chilling loyalty of his disciples, and the enduring mystery of whether Manson truly ordered the killings or simply planted the seeds. This isn’t just another retelling of a familiar story—it’s a chilling journey into the dark heart of manipulation, celebrity obsession, and the thin line between charisma and pure evil.  “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 09:20 Reform School Breakdown 16:31 Prison Shapes a Manipulator 19:35 Haight-Ashbury Cult Begins 24:18 Murder Orders Begin 25:25 Tate-LaBianca Nightmare 30:06 The Investigation Closes In 32:15 Courtroom Spectacle 36:04 Life Behind Bars 39:04 Final Years and Legacy Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

In this episode of "50 Shades of Evil" Jim Chapman brings you to Massachusetts to tell the story of "Freddy" Geas who after being sentenced to life in prison, killed infamous Boston mobster "Whitey" Bulger.

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

Part 2 of a 2 part series: In July 2017, the peaceful suburbs of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, were rocked by a string of disappearances that quickly turned into one of the most disturbing murder cases in recent American history. Over the course of just three days, four young men—Jimi Patrick, Dean Finocchiaro, Thomas Meo, and Mark Sturgis—vanished after heading out to what they believed were routine marijuana deals. They never came home. What they walked into was a nightmare orchestrated by 20-year-old Cosmo DiNardo and his cousin Sean Kratz. Lured to the DiNardo family’s sprawling farm in Solebury Township, the victims were shot and killed in cold blood. Their bodies were buried on the property in a frantic attempt to hide the crimes. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 06:43 Major Breakthrough in the Investigation 12:41 The Confession 15:16 Sentencing and Aftermath 19:15 Outrage Over Prison Classification 22:22 Thoughts on Cosmo DiNardo Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2026

Part One In July 2017, the peaceful suburbs of Bucks County, Pennsylvania, were rocked by a string of disappearances that quickly turned into one of the most disturbing murder cases in recent American history. Over the course of just three days, four young men—Jimi Patrick, Dean Finocchiaro, Thomas Meo, and Mark Sturgis—vanished after heading out to what they believed were routine marijuana deals. They never came home. What they walked into was a nightmare orchestrated by 20-year-old Cosmo DiNardo and his cousin Sean Kratz. Lured to the DiNardo family’s sprawling farm in Solebury Township, the victims were shot and killed in cold blood. Their bodies were buried on the property in a frantic attempt to hide the crimes. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 07:11 The Disappearance of Jimi Patrick 11:18 The Search for Dean Finnecaro 15:38 Investigating Cosmo DiNardo 20:40 The Task Force Formed 26:12 Media Frenzy and Public Fear 28:47 Arrest and Search of the Property 31:50 Unbelievable Discoveries Ahead Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

Between 1993 and 1995, a small rural hospital in Clinton, Indiana, experienced a horrifying spike in ICU deaths. The mortality rate tripled almost overnight, with elderly patients suddenly coding and dying at an alarming pace. Every victim had one thing in common: licensed practical nurse Orville Lynn Majors was present. Admired by colleagues and trusted by families, Orville Lynn Majors was the last person anyone would suspect. But a painstaking investigation revealed a terrifying pattern. He had been injecting vulnerable patients with lethal doses of potassium chloride and epinephrine, stopping their hearts within seconds. Ultimately convicted of six murders and suspected in more than 100 additional deaths, Majors was sentenced to 360 years in prison, where he died in 2017. This is the terrifying tale of Orville Lynn Majors, infamously known as the “Angel of Death” “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 12:28 Unraveling Orville Majors' Crimes 13:06 Shocking Deaths and Investigations 16:48 The Investigation Unfolds 18:58 A New Case Emerges 22:24 The Arrest of Orville Majors 27:14 The Fate of Orville Majors Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

Rocky Ali Beamon—better known as the “Vigalante Killer.” Already serving a life sentence for the 2005 kidnapping, robbery, and brutal drowning murder of Deborah Lacey (carried out with his girlfriend Karen Wilkins to fuel a crack cocaine binge), Beamon wasn’t done killing. Behind the walls of Florida state prisons, he became a self-appointed vigilante, hunting down convicted sex offenders with cold, calculated precision. In 2012, at Apalachee Correctional Institution, he stalked fellow inmate Bruce Hunsicker—a registered sex offender—before savagely stabbing and strangling him in the shower. Five years later, at Santa Rosa Correctional Institution, he murdered his own cellmate, Nicholas Anderson, in a gruesome attack involving strangulation and a homemade shank. Beamon showed zero remorse. He openly boasted about his crimes, declared his hatred for “monsters,” and even begged judges to send him to death row—vowing he would keep killing if they didn’t. He ultimately received two death sentences on top of his life term. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 03:02 Early Life of Rocky Beeman 06:55 The Murder of Deborah Lacey 14:30 Discovery and Arrest 20:54 The Murder of Bruce Hunsicker 23:02 Second Murder: Nicholas Anderson 28:48 Trials and Sentencing 30:13 Rocky Beeman's Death Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2026

On March 11, 2005, Brian Gene Nichols was sitting in a Fulton County Courthouse holding cell in Atlanta, Georgia, awaiting trial on SA charges. What happened next became one of the most shocking courthouse attacks in American history. In a matter of minutes, Nichols overpowered his deputy escort, seized her weapon, and stormed the courtroom of Superior Court Judge Rowland Barnes. He murdered the judge and court reporter Julie Brandau in cold blood. As he fled the building, he gunned down Sheriff’s Deputy Hoyt Teasley. Hours later, during a desperate manhunt that shut down the city, Nichols killed a fourth victim—off-duty ICE Special Agent David Wilhelm—before carjacking his truck. A massive, 26-hour search gripped Atlanta. Then, in a quiet suburban apartment, Nichols took Ashley Smith hostage. What unfolded during their seven-hour ordeal would ultimately bring the rampage to an end in one of the most talked-about hostage encounters of the decade. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 10:09 The Downward Spiral of a Relationship 10:49 The Night of Terror 16:17 The Trial Begins  19:44 The Escalation of Violence 21:25 The Courthouse Chaos 28:55 The Manhunt Begins 29:14 Hostage Situation 31:32 The Conviction and Sentencing #bloodyangolapodcast #podcast #georgia  #briannichols #prison #podcast #truecrime  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2026

On July 20, 2012, a packed midnight screening of The Dark Knight Rises at the Century 16 theater in Aurora, Colorado, turned into one of the deadliest mass shootings in American history. Dressed in tactical gear and heavily armed, 24-year-old James Holmes known as the “Colorado Theatre Shooter” opened fire, killing 12 people and injuring 70 others in a matter of minutes. Once a high-achieving neuroscience PhD student at the University of Colorado, Holmes had meticulously planned the attack for months—rigging his apartment with explosives, stockpiling weapons and ammunition, and even alerting authorities to his booby-trapped home before surrendering. What drove this brilliant but troubled young man to commit such unimaginable violence? In this episode, we examine Holmes’ background, his documented mental health struggles, the controversial insanity defense that played out in a high-profile trial, and the jury’s ultimate decision to reject it—convicting him on all 165 counts and sentencing him to 12 consecutive life sentences plus 3,318 years without parole. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 01:32 The Early Warning Signs of James Holmes 14:53 The Manifesto 16:24 Inside the Notebook 21:18 Final Preparations 24:19 The Theater Attack 32:45 Aftermath and Arrest 35:13 The Trial  37:18 Life in Prison Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2026

“Clifton Bloomfield” AKA the “Breaking Bad Killer” was Born in Arizona in 1969 with a violent criminal past that landed him in prison as a teenager, Bloomfield was released in 2002 and reinvented himself in New Mexico as a roofer… and a movie extra. He walked the sets of the prison drama Felon and even auditioned during the early days of Breaking Bad. But behind the camera, this career criminal was quietly hunting. Between 2005 and 2008, Bloomfield slaughtered five innocent people in their own homes: 37-year-old Carlos Esquibel, strangled after a chance encounter; 81-year-old retired schoolteacher Josephine Selvage, who suffered from Alzheimer’s; elderly couple Tak and Pung Yi, beaten to death during a home invasion; and newlywed Scott Pierce, shot dead in a botched contract killing gone horribly wrong — carried out with an accomplice while his bride hid in terror. DNA finally connected the dots after his 2008 arrest. To dodge the death penalty, Bloomfield pleaded guilty to five counts of first-degree murder and more, receiving five life sentences plus 45 years. Years later he tried to walk it all back… and failed. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 21:36 The Tragic Case of Tak and Yi 33:21 The Murder of Scott Pierce 41:23 The Infamous Clayton Riot Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2026

“Alejandro “Alex” Henriquez” also known as the “The Bronx Serial Killer” was a former cab driver in South Bronx, NY convicted in the murder of (3) young hispanic females in the early 1990’s. Convicted mostly on circumstantial evidence, Henriquez to this very day denies any connection to the murders.  “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 03:58 The Early Years of Deception 07:30 A Dark Turn in the 1980s 09:39 The Disappearance of Shamira Bello 11:05 The Tragic Case of Jessica Guzman 13:17 The Serial Killer Task Force 15:22 Unraveling Alex's Past 19:19 The Trial and Its Challenges 20:07 Victim Impact Statements 28:02 Alex's Denial in Court 29:39 The Sentencing Phase 33:50 Insights from a Criminal Profiler 41:13 Where is Alex Enriquez Now? Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast #bloodyangolapodcast #podcast #newyork  #alexhenriquez #prison #podcast  #bronxserialkiller #truecrime

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2026

“Grant Hardin” also known as the “Devil In The Ozarks” was a former police chief who in 2017 was convicted in the murder of a political rival in a small town in Arkansas. Upon his arrest and submission of Hardin’s DNA to CODIS, he was discovered to have been the assailant in a brutal SA of a teacher in her classroom a decade prior to his murder conviction. The aptly named “Devil in the Ozarks” was finally behind bars but a dramatic escape and subsequent manhunt in 2025 would put the entire state of Arkansas once again in fear and on alert! “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 01:39 A Suprising Start 18:50 The Murder of James Appleton 25:10 The Interrogation  31:04 Arrest and Charges Filed 35:01 The Shocking DNA Match 41:43 The Escape Plan  42:48 Escape and Consequences 43:13 The Devil in the Ozarks Pays the Price Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2026

“Bruce Mendenhall” also known as the “Truck Stop Killer” left a trail of terror throughout the state of Tennessee as well as at least 5 other states in the mid 2000’s while targeting truck stop sex workers in the course of his job as a long haul truck driver. In 2007 Mendenhall was arrested at a truck stop by legendary Nashville homicide detective Pat Postiglione, likely in the act of targeting another victim. This arrest would lead to a confession of six murders although Mendenhall is suspected in many more throughout the United States. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 05:43 The Case of Symantha Winters 07:22 The Murder of Sarah Nicole Holburt 09:19 Detective Pat Postiglione's Investigation 15:55 The Arrest of Bruce Mendenhall 19:28 The Interrogation Begins 24:28 Discovering More Victims 27:32 Timeline of Convictions 31:43 Trials and Sentencing 35:06 Current Status of Bruce Mendenhall 35:31 Suspected Cold Cases 46:28 The Ongoing Investigation Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2026

“Westley Devone Harris” was convicted and sentenced to death for the murder of (6) members of his girlfriend’s family in rural Crenshaw County, Alabama. What started out as a romance with a 14 year old girl turned into a massacre at the Ball Family Farm when Harris was ran off of the farm after is constant abuse of his girlfriend led the fame members to take action. What happened next would solidify him as one of Alabama’s most dangerous and notorious inmates. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 01:35 The Nightmare Begins 11:32 The Violent Confrontation 12:28 The Horrific Break-In 17:05 The Unthinkable Murders 19:35 The Manhunt for Wesley 20:49 The Trials of Justice 24:14 Life on Death Row Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2026

“The Carr Brothers” Reginald and Jonathan Carr were convicted and sentenced to death in Kansas after going on a week long crime spree in the year 2000 resulting in the murder of five people and leaving a string of at least seven victims. The crimes of these two men would become known as the “Wichita Massacre”. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 02:43 The Wichita Massacre 06:11 The Carr Brothers' Background 06:47 First Victim: Andrew Schreiber 13:59 The Second Victim: Ann Walenta 18:00 Five Victims in One Night 25:18 Arrest of the Carr Brothers 34:02 Trials and Sentencing Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2026

Wayne C. Doty, is a Florida death row inmate whose life of violence spans two brutal murders and a shocking request for execution by electric chair—the only prisoner in the state to make that choice.    Serving a life sentence for the 1996 fatal shooting of night watchman Harvey Horne II during a drug-fueled robbery at a Plant City manufacturing plant,  Doty escalated his crimes in 2011 by stabbing and strangling fellow inmate Xavier Rodriguez to death alongside accomplice William E. Wells. Pleading guilty without remorse, Doty openly stated he’d kill again if given the chance, leading to a death sentence. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 06:30 The Early Years of Wayne Doty 09:51 The Murder of Harvey Horne 14:17 Life in Florida State Prison 18:09 The Fatal Encounter with Xavier Rodriguez 26:25 Trial and the Death Penalty 29:53 Doty's Controversial Execution Choice Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2026

Texas Death Row inmate Billy Joel Tracy was sentenced to (2) life sentences for the attempted murder of a 16 year old Texas teen. Billy’s evil life behind bars was even worse. His reign of terror would result in 27 separate altercations with correctional officers culmination in a death sentence in 2017 for the murder of a correctional officer while incarcerated. Billy Joel Tracy is widely considered the most dangerous inmate in the state of Texas and as part of a brand new series titled “50 Shades of Evil”, Jim Chapman and Bloody Angola Podcast are bringing you all the details. Chapters 05:00 Billy's Troubled Childhood 10:07 The Assault on Kasey Kuhn 16:02 Life Sentences and Prison Violence 17:18 The Attack on Correctional Officer Katie Stanley 20:42 Another Attack on a Correctional Officer 26:23 The Murder of Correctional Officer Timothy Davidson 32:54 Life on Death Row 44:33 The Vey Definition of a Narcissist  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2026

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim dives deep into the story of Tiffany Cole, the Florida convict behind one of the most gruesome crimes in recent history. From her role in the 2005 kidnapping of retirees Carol and Reggie Sumner, to the nightmarish details of their burial alive in a remote Georgia grave, Jim unpacks the greed-fueled plot that led to her conviction and the new law in Florida that enabled her to escape Death Row. Chapters 02:29 The Early Life of Tiffany Cole  09:43 Life with Violence 15:47 A Dark Turn 20:37 The Disappearance of the Sumners 23:13 The Investigation Ramps Up 31:47 The Arrests Are Imminent 36:20 Michael Jackson's Interrogation  01:24:16 The Weight of Evidence Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2026

Jim completes his look into what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein.  Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado.  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2026

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim explores what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein.  Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado.  Chapters 03:29 The early life of Thomas Silverstein. 07:18 First incarceration. 11:37 Rise of the Aryan Brotherhood. 13:36 The first murder and its consequences. 14:36 Transfer to Marion and a new beginning. 21:21 The killing of Officer Clutts. 22:25 Life means life. 26:08 Transfer to ADX Florence. 29:25 Silverstein's lawsuit. Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2026

Updated with new information In the pre-dawn hours of August 16, 2012, a quiet trailer park in LaPlace, Louisiana, erupted into chaos as a group tied to the anti-government sovereign citizens movement ambushed St. John the Baptist Parish deputies. What began as a shooting in a refinery parking lot quickly escalated into a deadly firefight, claiming the lives of Deputies Brandon Nielsen and Jeremy Triche, while wounding two others. In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim dives deep into this case: the ideology fueling the sovereign citizens group led by Terry Smith, the roles of primary shooters Brian  Smith and Kyle  Joekel, and the arsenal recovered from the scene. We’ll explore the arrests of seven suspects, the emotional trials that followed—including Joekel’s 2020 conviction and death sentence—and the lingering questions around Brian Smith’s mental competency, which has prevented his trial to this day. Chapters 05:55 A Town's Heritage: Laplace, Louisiana 07:29 The Incident Unfolds: Valero Refinery Shooting 11:59 Innocent: Tanisha Bright's Story 19:15 The Shootout: Chaos at the Trailer Park 29:16 The Aftermath: Investigating the Attack 31:17 Sovereign Citizens: The Ideology 33:32 A Family's Past: The Smiths' Background 39:29 The Escape Plan: Terry Smith’s Scheme 42:18 The Perpetrators: Who They Were 45:55 The Second Shooter: Kyle Joekel Background 49:26 The Co-Conspirators: A Deeper Look 54:53 Testimonies: Voices from the Scene 1:04:15 The Sentences: Justice Served? 1:19:07 Honoring the Fallen: Remembering the Heroes

Transcribed - Published: 29 December 2025

Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola recently hosted its first-ever father-daughter dance in partnership with the nonprofit organization God Behind Bars. The event allowed incarcerated fathers to reunite with their daughters, some after years of separation, for an emotional and special bonding experience. Chapters 01:39 APositive Story 02:44 The Dance at Angola Prison 06:11 The Importance of Father-Daughter Bonds 09:50 Preparing for the Event 11:09 Anticipation and Excitement 14:15 Moments of Reflection 16:06 The Impact of Absence 18:01 Emotional Reunion 19:16 Brotherhood  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2025

Jim Chapman brings you inside several stories from convicts themselves who spent Thanksgiving in prison. Chapters 01:40 Thanksgiving in Prison 02:19 First Thanksgiving Stories 07:46 Pandemic Challenges 09:55 Food and Family Memories 14:16 Perspectives on Thanksgiving 23:44 Emotions and Reflections 28:57 Connection and Solidarity Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2025

Jim Chapman recounts the story of Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola inmate Doulas “The Swede” Dennis who killed two people while he was incarcerated and then escaped LSP at Angola and remained on the lam for 10 years before being captured. #bloodyangolapodcast #lilboosie #douglasdennis  #louisiana #prison #podcast  Chapters 01:39 Douglas Dennis Early Life 07:40 The Life of Crime Begins 13:51 The Swede’s Arrival at Bloody Angola 18:20 Life Inside the Wire 22:25 A Turnaround in Prison  25:19  A 10 Year Escape 29:46 Return to Angola 30:56 The End of the Swede Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2025

Torrance Hatch Jr. AKA Lil Boosie and later Boosie Badazz was incarcerated in Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for  4 years prior to his release in 2014. In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim Chapman details Boosie’s upbringing in a rough neighborhood in Baton Rouge, his rise to fame and his sharp drop when he was sentenced to time inside “Bloody Angola”  #bloodyangolapodcast #lilboosie #boosiebadazz  #louisiana #prison #podcast  Chapters 01:39 Torrance Hatch Jr. Becomes “Boosie” 10:45 Boosie’s Life in Prison 12:51 Life Inside The Penitentiary For a Star 22:57 Boosie’s Release and Aftermath 27:59 Boosie’s Legal Troubles Return Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508 Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2025

In 1992 Kipp Gullett, a freshman at Louisiana State University was brutally murdered by Dale Craig with the involvement (3) others after being carjacked and kidnapped in the parking lot of his dormitory on LSU’s campus.  The ensuing investigation and legal battle would go on as Dale Craig’s original sentence would be changed numerous times. In this Edition of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman walks you through the details of the crime, the conviction and the sentences of those involved that will leave you scratching your head for answers.  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508 Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman brings you the story of Telly Hankton who in 2011 was dubbed “The Most Dangerous Man in New Orleans” by then New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu. Telly Hankton and 12 other close family members and associates were indicted by the feds in 2012 for a wide array of crimes including murder and RICO charges.  Jim also discusses the new ICE detention facility at Louisiana State Penitentiary dubbed “Louisiana Lockup at Camp 57” #bloodyangolapodcast #LouisianaLockup #camp57 #tellyhankton #louisiana #prison #podcast  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman brings you the story of Howard Lee Higginbotham who managed to turn a 9 year sentence in a Louisiana jail for burglary into Life with no parole by “turning out” another inmate. #bloodyangolapodcast #HowardLeeHigginbotham #police #louisiana #prison #podcast  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify   https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music   https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 16 October 2025

In 1983 Michael Owen Perry murdered five members of his own family in Lake Arthur, LA. Perry then set his sights on Washington D.C. where he planned to murder Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and then travel to Beverly Hills, California to murder film actress Olivia Newton-John who he had been stalking for nearly 10 years. Bloody Angola Podcast host Jim Chapman brings you inside the case from Michael’s teenage years through his arrest and conviction. #bloodyangolapodcast #MichaelOwnPerry #OliviaNewtonJohn #police #louisiana #prison #podcast  Timestamps 01:36 Teenage years for Michael Owen Perry 13:12 A chilling return home. 13:54 Crime news interruption. 14:06 The horrific family murders. 21:41 The shocking arrest in D.C. 23:42 The trial and its oddities. 27:21 The complex insanity defense. 28:40 Life on death row. Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify   https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly Sources https://bestofswla.com/2021/07/15/an-insane-rage/ https://digitalcommons.nyls.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1212&context=journal_of_human_rights https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perry_v._Louisiana

Transcribed - Published: 9 October 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details an armored truck robbery in New Orleans Louisiana that resulted in the murder of Loomis Armored Truck Employee Hector Trochez in December of 2013. Chapters 01:39 Meet Big Daddy 09:32 The Robbery Unfolds 12:17 The Aftermath for the Driver 12:57 Police Investigate the Shooting 14:55 Breakthrough with DNA Evidence 19:18 Two Years of Silence 19:45 Arrests and Indictments 27:34 The Trial and Sentencing 31:53 Final Convictions and Outcomes For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details the arrest, incarceration and exoneration of “Cadillac Jack Favor” a rodeo star who spent 7 years inside the wire of Bloody Angola for a double murder he did not commit. Chapters 01:40 A young Cadillac Jack Favor 10:59 The Fateful Meeting 11:51 A Ride with Strangers 13:34 The Brutal Murders 15:57 Cadillac Jack's Arrest 17:56 The Lie Detector Lie 19:15 Trial  21:55 Cumby’s Plea Change 23:47 The Aftermath of Imprisonment 25:22 A New Trial 28:41 Settlement and Recognition   For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details Gregory Boo Brown's 1998 crime spree in Clinton, Louisiana, marked by multiple botched robberies, multiple murders, and his capture after 82 days. Chapters 01:40 Welcome to Clinton, Louisiana 12:05 Boo Brown's Rampage Begins 12:34 The Attack on Mr. Roberts 19:06 Assault on Myrtle Roberts 21:19 The Gays: A New Target 23:32 Discovery of the Gays' Bodies 28:18 Boo's Capture and Trial 30:36 Verdict and Aftermath For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim Chapman details the ambush in Baton Rouge Louisiana of Corporal Betty Smothers and Kimen Lee, The capture and conviction of those responsible and highlights the charitable work of her oldest son, former NFL star Warrick Dunn, who honored his mothers legacy throughout his career and still does to this day. Timestamps 01:39 Story of Corporal Betty Smothers 04:05 The Night of the Shooting 08:46 Investigation and Arrests 14:13 The Trial Begins 19:19 Appeals and Sentencing 21:21 Warrick Dunn's Legacy 22:05 Shocking Developments 24:05 The Clemency Hearing 31:53 The Impact on Families 32:41 Voices from the Survivors 35:29 Reflections from Law Enforcement 52:23 The Final Decision on Clemency For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2025

this episode just prior to Labor Day weekend, Jim Chapman brings you inside the 1998 academy award winning documentary “The Farm” based off of life inside of Bloody Angola. For commercial free early releases and more join us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 28 August 2025

Eugene “Bishop” Tanniehill was Incarcerated in Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for 47 years prior to being issued a pardon from then State of Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Blanco. In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman brings you the transformation of Eugene Tanniehill’s life inside of Angola Prison and his walk with faith that led to Eugene being simply known as “The Bishop” by convicts inside the prison.  Timestamps 03:10 Life Inside Bloody Angola 06:29 Transformation Through Faith 07:52 The Bishop Emerges 09:41 A Journey to Freedom 10:20 Reflections on Tannehill's Life 14:37 Controversial Release 15:09 Bishop's Testimony 29:29 The Power of Repentance 32:38 Deliverance and Redemption 40:38 The Road to Clemency 54:24 The Governor's Decision

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

*Part 3 of 3 in this series* Jim Chapman brings you the details of life post conviction inside Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for Convict Roy McLaughlin Jr. Including a lawsuit filed by the inmate after 3 escape attempts would lead to an alleged beating inside the wire.  Join us on the patreon for commercial free early releases and more at https://www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

*Part 2 of this series* Jim Chapman brings you the details of life post conviction inside Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for Convict Roy McLaughlin Jr. Including a lawsuit filed by the inmate after 3 escape attempts would lead to an alleged beating inside the wire.  Chapters: 03:36 McLaughlin's First Escape Attempt 05:46 The Guard's Betrayal 07:05 A Second Escape Attempt 08:51 The Third Attempt 09:42 Shocking Allegations and Lawsuit 14:21 The Violent Aftermath 18:59 Medical Treatment and Investigations 23:33 Attempting to Settle the Matter 29:35 Witnesses to the Beating 34:31 Ongoing Emotional Distress 42:54 The Aftermath of the Lawsuit 44:35 Uncovering More Secrets Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify   https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music   https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Jim Chapman brings you the horrific details surrounding Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola Convict Roy McLaughlin. In 2001 Roy McLaughlin was convicted in Baton Rouge in the death of his estranged wife Marianne Allison McLaughlin, who was last seen at her home in Baton Rouge on June 11, 1998.

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim Chapman concludes the story of the manhunt, conviction and sentence of Ryan Sharpe. A Serial Killer who terrorized the rural parish of East Feliciana in the late summer and early fall of 2017, claiming that he was ordered by the FBI, U.S. Navy and the State Police to collect “Human” Hunting tags, resulting in the murder of (3) and near murder of a fourth man in the area.  Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly Sources Louisiana Unfiltered (Hunting Games Episode  1-4) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/louisiana-unfiltered/id1724053486?i=1000665411820 The Advocate  https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/alleged-east-feliciana-serial-killer-told-authorities-he-killed-three-men-to-fill-hunting-tags/article_2d30c9d4-a0ab-11e8-94fd-c3c6a7c177cf.html Gun shot victim speaks out after car opens fire on him  https://www.wbrz.com/news/gun-shot-victim-speaks-out-after-car-opens-fire-on-him/

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim Chapman Details the manhunt, conviction and sentence of Ryan Sharpe. A Serial Killer who terrorized the rural parish of East Feliciana in the late summer and early fall of 2017, claiming that he was ordered by the FBI, U.S. Navy and the State Police to collect “Human” Hunting tags, resulting in the murder of (3) and near murder of a fourth man in the area. Chapters  02:38 The Murder of Tommy Bass 05:12 Buck Hornsby Survives a Shooting 12:19 The Murder of Carol Breeden 16:01 Ranger Brad  19:03 Capture of Ryan Sharpe  23:55 The Interrogation Tape Sources Louisiana Unfiltered (Hunting Games Episode  1-4) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/louisiana-unfiltered/id1724053486?i=1000665411820 The Advocate  https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/alleged-east-feliciana-serial-killer-told-authorities-he-killed-three-men-to-fill-hunting-tags/article_2d30c9d4-a0ab-11e8-94fd-c3c6a7c177cf.html Gun shot victim speaks out after car opens fire on him https://www.wbrz.com/news/gun-shot-victim-speaks-out-after-car-opens-fire-on-him/ Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 17 July 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim Chapman explores Wilford Lindsly’s 1936 escape from Louisiana State Penitentiary, detailing his violent past, the chaotic manhunt, and its tragic consequences, highlighting the history of Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola. Chapters 01:38 Round up the Posse 12:25 A Arrest in Texas 13:19 The Hunt for Wilford Lindsly 16:01 Tragic Mistakes in the Manhunt 17:03 The Motives Behind the Killings 21:55 The Final Stand of Wilford Lindsly 31:02 The Aftermath of a Bloody Escape Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2025

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim Chapman covers the tragic story of the murder of Slidell, Louisiana PD, Sargent Earl Alfred, who was killed while responding to a silent alarm at a jewelry store. Timestamps 07:03 Meet Officer Friendly 21:00 The Robbery and Shooting Unfolds  23:43 Escape Convict 26:37 Clemency Hearing  42:29 Getting Justice Source Credits  https://www.justice.gov/atr/upcoming-hearings-and-trials https://www.leagle.com/decision/19771056353so2d7031940 https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/la-court-of-appeal/1248703.html https://www.nola.com/news/crime_police/clemency-denied-1975-murder-slidell-police-officer/article_910b0dc4-54e7-11ef-aead-8bb4d718c410.html https://northshoremedia.net/2024/08/07/pardon-request-for-slidell-killer-denied/ https://juryverdicts.net/lajvrblog Newspapers.com https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/1713566/state-v-lewis/

Transcribed - Published: 3 July 2025

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim Chapman covers the horrific story of a robbery/murder that occurred at a Goodyear Tire and Appliance store in 1975 and the search for Charles Ray Spears, later known as the Goodyear Killer. Timestamps 03:32 The Escape from Jackson Barracks 05:15 The Goodyear Robbery Begins 08:15 The Silent Alarm Incident 09:47 The Hunt for the Killer 11:49 Arrest of Larry Donahue 13:01 Indictment and Trial 14:42 The Evidence Presented 17:02 Roy Walters' Testimony 30:32 The Defense Arguments 35:35 The Sentencing 36:42 Retrial and Justice  Source Credits  Newspapers.com The Hammond Star Justia.com

Transcribed - Published: 26 June 2025

In this episode, Jim Chapman breaks down several interesting stories from a 1956 edition of the popular prison magazine "The Angolite".

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

This episode of Bloody Angola examines the up to the minute details on the details of the (2) escapee’s still on the run, Antoine Massey and Derrick Groves.

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

In this episode Jim Chapman brings you inside the wire and the role of a Classifications Officer at Louisiana State Penitentiary by sitting down with former Angola Classifications Officer and award winning host of Unspeakable, Kelly Jennings. Kelly details her stint working at the prison and gives an interesting perspective from a female point of view.   #bloodyangolapodcast #prison #louisiana  Chapters 02:57 KJ’s Journey Begins 07:32 First Day Insights 12:36 Navigating Authority and Respect 15:48 Challenges of Professionalism 18:37 Mistakes and Lessons Learned 21:35 Unexpected Encounters with Inmates 23:37 The Decision to Leave  25:00 Life Beyond Bloody Angola You can listen to Unspeakable: A True Crime Podcast By Kelly Jennings here: https://www.unspeakablethepodcast.com

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

In this episode Jim Chapman provides the details surrounding the "still on the run" inmates that escaped a New Orleans Jail. Jim also touches on a nearly concurrent escape in Tangipahoa Parish, which raises critical concerns about operational failures in Louisiana's correctional facilities. Additionally, Jim discusses the alarming case in Arkansas involving a former police chief, convicted of rape and murder who escaped prison four days ago and is still on the run. #antoinemassey #derrickgroves #granthardin #escape #neworleans #tangipahoaparish #arkansas #bloodyangolapodcast  Chapters 04:13 New Orleans Escapee Updates 08:41 Multiple arrest Made For Those Assisting New Orleans Escapee's 15:21 The Backgrounds of Antoine Massey and Derrick Groves 17:57 More Jailbreaks in Louisiana: This Time Tangipahoa Parish Jail 26:53 A Disturbing Escape In Arkansas of Former Police Chief 30:20 Nationwide Escape Trends Tick Upward

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim Chapman details the escape of (10) inmates from the Orleans Parish Jail. This escape in which (5) inmates are still at large is the largest escape on record in the State of Louisiana and this episode provides in deep analysis into what happened, why it happened and what can be done in the future to avoid it happening again. Timestamps 10:56 The Escape Unfolds 26:50 Governor Jeff Landry on Fox News 40:10 Liz Murrill addresses the media on arrest of Sterling Williams 52:39 Political Reactions

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim Chapman explores Lloyd Leggett's transformation from a 1971 murderer to a skilled coffin maker in Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola. Chapters 01:56 The Horrific Crime of Lloyd Leggett 02:31 Investigation and Arrests 10:18 Indictments and Sentencing 13:34 The Escape Attempt 18:04 Richard Leggett's Transformation 24:12 The Coffin Maker of Angola 31:13 Legacy

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025