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Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman

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Bloody Angola features the complete history of Louisiana"s most notorious prison. Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola and beyond.

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34:15

Turning 9 into Life by Turning Out Inmates

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/10/16

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

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32:42

The Insanity of Michael Owen Perry

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/10/09

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

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32:51

Cadillac Jack

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/09/22

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 Favor10:59 The Fateful Meeting11:51 A Ride with Strangers13:34 The Brutal Murders15:57 Cadillac Jack's Arrest17:56 The Lie Detector Lie19:15 Trial 21:55 Cumby’s Plea Change23:47 The Aftermath of Imprisonment25:22 A New Trial28:41

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64:38

Moonlighting: The Ambush of Cpl. Betty Smothers and...

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/09/08

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.Timestamps01:39Story of Corporal Betty Smothers04:05 The Night of the Shooting08:46 Investigation and Arrests14:13 The Trial Begins19:19 Appeals and

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69:02

The Bishop

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/08/21

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. Timestamps03:10 Life Inside Bloody Angola06:29 Transformation Through

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37:27

Shallow Grave: The Crimes of Roy McLaughlin

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/07/31

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.

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43:31

People Hunter: The Manhunt for Ryan Sharpe Part 2

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/07/24

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

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33:52

The Posse

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/07/11

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.Chapters01:38 Round up the Posse12:25 A Arrest in Texas13:19 The Hunt for Wilford Lindsly16:01 Tragic Mistakes in the Manhunt17:03 The Motives Behind the Killings21:55 The Final Stand of Wilford Lindsly31:02 The Aftermath of a

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45:20

Officer Friendly

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/07/03

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.Timestamps07:03 Meet Officer Friendly21:00 The Robbery and Shooting Unfolds 23:43 Escape Convict26:37 Clemency Hearing 42:29 Getting JusticeSource Credits https://www.justice.gov/atr/upcoming-hearings-and-trials https://www.leagle.com/decision/19771056353so2d7031940

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40:30

The Goodyear Slaying

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/06/26

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.Timestamps03:32 The Escape from Jackson Barracks05:15 The Goodyear Robbery Begins08:15 The Silent Alarm Incident09:47 The Hunt for the Killer11:49 Arrest of Larry Donahue13:01 Indictment and Trial14:42 The Evidence Presented17:02 Roy Walters' Testimony30:32 The Defense

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32:12

New-Hire

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/06/06

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 Begins07:32 First Day Insights12:36 Navigating Authority and Respect15:48

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33:23

Bones: Angola’s Hearse Driver

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/05/09

This episode of Bloody Angola examines Lloyd "Bones" Bone, the hearse driver at Angola prison, exploring his journey through violence, family estrangement, and the generational cycle of incarceration while navigating dignity amid despair.Chapters01:39 The Hearse11:53 Lloyd Bone's Family Legacy12:41 The Crimes of Eric Bone30:24 Generational Shadows in Angola

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35:26

The Dog Lady of Lansing Prison: Toby Young Dorr

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/04/24

Jim Chapman explores Toby Young Dorr and the infamous 2006 prison breakout of John Maynard. Jim details the escape, Toby’s troubled past, cancer struggles, and the Safe Harbor Prison Dogs program she started just a few years prior to the escape. Chapters05:31 The Dog Lady of Lansing Prison10:09 Toby's Life Before the Escape14:57 Meeting John Maynard19:41 The Plan for Escape24:43 The Escape Unfolds29:16 The Chase and Capture30:36 Aftermath of the Escape32:22 Life After

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20:07

The Session

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/04/17

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman reviews the latest details in the 2025 Louisiana Legislative Session and some bills that directly relate to how executions will be carried out inside the wire at Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola.

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34:23

Lynette Barnett and Tina Gonzales | Hybristophilia #2

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/04/03

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim brings you inside the relationship between prison guard Lynette Barnett and convicted murderer Terry Banks, which culminated in their escape from Crossroads Correctional Center in 1999. Jim also brings you the shocking story of correctional Officer Tina Gonzales who was caught in the midst of a sexual relationship with an inmate witnessed by 11 other inmates. “Hybristophilia” is defined as a condition that involves “a sexual attraction to individuals who

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42:35

Part 2 | Bobbi Parker and Randolph Dial |...

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/02/20

In this episode, kicking off the “Hybristophilia” series, which involves “a sexual attraction to individuals who commit crimes,” Jim recounts the case of Bobbi Parker, a wardens wife, who was convicted of aiding in the escape and going on the run for 10 years with convicted murderer Randolph Dial.#randolphdial #bobbiparker #hybristophilia #bloodyangola #podcast #crime Timestamps06:11 A Father's Struggle09:30 A New Life in Hiding10:28 The Capture12:55 The Psychological Battle22:12 The Name Game23:40

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32:55

Part 2 | Avenging the Peaceful Warrior - The...

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/01/16

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman covers the case, conviction and incarceration of Eric Mickelson and Beverly Arthur, linked to the tragic murder of 86-year-old war hero Charles Martin Jr. Jim provides insight into Charles’s life, the tragic incident that led to his murder and the manhunt for those responsible. What starts out as a quest to prove a case for one victim turns into a race to solve a missing persons case from eleven years prior. Timestamps:10:26 Trial of Eric

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35:10

Avenging the Peaceful Warrior - The Conviction of...

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2025/01/09

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman covers the case, conviction and incarceration of Eric Mickelson and Beverly Arthur, linked to the tragic murder of 86-year-old war hero Charles Martin Jr. Jim provides insight into Charles’s life, the tragic incident that led to his murder and the manhunt for those responsible. What starts out as a quest to prove a case for one victim turns into a race to solve a missing persons case from eleven years prior. Timestamps01:40 Introduction to

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63:18

The Suspension & Dr. Stephen Matthews

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2024/12/19

In this weeks episode of Bloody Angola, Jim provides some clarification regarding the suspension of the BSL series and brings you the horrific story and incarceration of Dr. Stephen Matthews. Exposed: Scandalous Files of the Elite can be found HERE:

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36:19

Part 3 | Cold Blooded Killer: Felix Vail

Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman ·

2024/12/05

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim Chapman completes his the look into the conviction and incarceration of Serial Killer Felix Vail, a figure linked to the oldest cold case in history where the killer was sentenced to prison Jim delves into the trial, the prosecution and the conviction and sentence of Felix to Bloody Angola.#bloodyangola #podcast #prison #felixvail #louisiana #louisianastatepenitentiaryTimestamps03:16 The Search for Bicycle Boy04:39 Discovery in the Attic06:16 Confronting

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