In this episode of "Bloody Angola," Jim Chapman explores the intricate history of the Louisiana State Penitentiary, tracing its history during its time as a Louisiana plantation. Jim discusses the early land grants and key figures like Francis Routh and Isaac Franklin, whose actions laid the groundwork for Angola Prison’s grim legacy.  Jim highlights the transformation of the property, detailing the consequences of harsh management practices post-Civil War and the suffering of inmates under a brutal labor system. As he the penitentiary's development through the 20th century, Jim addresses themes of exploitation, reform efforts, and the ongoing struggles of the brutal prison in its early years.

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Chapters
04:34 The Origins of Angola Plantation
13:06 The Acklan Family Legacy
20:10 Civil War Challenges
23:58 Samuel James and Prison Management
31:42 The State Takes Over
38:27 Prison Conditions in the 1930s
41:09 Reform and Decline in the 1950s

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Source Credits
https://www.crt.state.la.us/Assets/OCD/archaeology/discoverarchaeology/virtual-books/PDFs/Angola_Pop.pdf

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelicia_Acklen

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaac_Franklin

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim examines the history of America’s most haunted prisons, with this Halloween special episode.  Jim also provides an update on the podcast's direction. Today he shares some pretty chilling tales from locations like the Missouri State Penitentiary, Wyoming Territorial Prison, and Alcatraz. Each site carries a rich, eerie history filled with ghostly encounters.  Additionally, Jim  recounts unsettling violent crimes that occurred on Halloween and led to the incarceration of the assailants.

Timestamps
02:22 Changes to Real Life Real Crime Daily 
08:45 Future Plans for the THIS Podcast
13:48 Halloween Special Episode
20:11 America's Most Haunted Prisons
37:24 Terrifying Convicts on Halloween
46:59 Happy Halloween

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we begin with a story on "Butler's Park," highlighting the Outdoor Visiting Program that enhances inmate well-being and fosters family connections in a serene park setting.

We then delve into the heartwarming story of the "Pelican Protector," showcasing the establishment of the John B. Rabalais Waterfowl Refuge and a collaborative rescue of an injured pelican, cared for by the inmates and conclude with the exhilarating account of a concert featuring the Neville Brothers, capturing the uplifting power of music to unite and inspire hope within the prison walls.  These stories are the direct accounts of the writings of Wilbert Rideau in the book “Life sentences”.

Timestamps
05:20 Outdoor Visiting Program at Angola: Butler’s Park
20:26 John B. Rabelais Waterfowl Refuge at LSP at Angola
29:00 Concerts at Angola with the Neville Brothers
43:40  Reflection on today’s episode

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we investigate the plight of the "10-6 lifers," who were misled into believing they would serve only 10 years and six months but instead faced decades in prison.

Timestamps
04:26 The 10-6 Lifers' Forgotten Story
09:42 The Shift in Louisiana's Justice System
15:08 A Glimmer of Hope
20:18 The First Releases
26:13 A New District Attorney
29:18 The Path to Freedom
33:49 Resentencing Hearings Begin
37:55 Life After Angola
43:30 Montgomery's Release

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we discuss the stark realities of death and burial within Angola Prison, inspired by Wilbert Rideau's writing which highlight the emotional turmoil of inmates facing mortality. We recount the poignant scenes of funerals and contrast the beauty of Point Lookout cemetery with the grim reality of unclaimed graves raising critical questions about dignity in death and calling attention to the humanity lost within the prison walls and the fears that accompany dying in isolation in America’s bloodiest prison.

Timestamps
06:31 The Funeral of James Cripps
10:45 Point Lookout Cemetery
13:05 The Lease System's Brutality
17:25 The Aftermath of the Lease System
31:03 Changing Conditions in Modern Prisons
35:11 Fulgham's Experience in the Hospital
40:11 Addressing Elderly and Ailing Prisoners
47:15 Fulgham's Medical Furlough and Final Days
48:41 Reflection on Wilbert Rideau's Writing

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In this episode of Bloody Angola, we conclude the look into and response to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina as it relates to Louisiana Prisons.Timestamps10:13 Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina17:07 Medical Emergencies and Evacuations25:53 Lessons Learned for Future Evacuations35:58 Conclusion and Next Steps

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In this episode of Bloody Angola, Woody and Jim continue with the look into and response to the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina as it relates to Louisiana Prisons by looking into the challenges faced as female prisoners made their way to Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women (LCIW), The use of Camp Amtrak as a temporary jail and the arrivals at lap at Angola. #LCIW #LSP #BloodyAngola #podcast #CampAmtrak #crime #truecrime Timestamps18:49 LCIW Evacuees and Their Challenges23:02 Influx at Louisiana State Penitentiary34:21 Establishing Camp Amtrak40:45 Operations at Camp AmtrakListener Deals from Sponsors: Go to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! Join us on Patron for commercial free, early releases and much more HERE:

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In this episode of "Bloody Angola," Woody and Jim continue to explore the catastrophic effects of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita on Louisiana's prison system through the government report that came out after the storms.They detail the urgent evacuation of thousands of inmates amid the chaos of Katrina's devastation and the subsequent challenges posed by Rita. Celebrating the successful transport of over 7,500 inmates to safety, and highlight acts of heroism during these events. Timestamps03:59 Hurricanes Katrina and Rita11:20 Aftermath of the Storms11:30 The Fate of Convicts14:20 Evacuating Southernmost Parishes18:57 Jefferson and Orleans Parish Evacuations32:57 Evacuating Orleans Parish Prison42:16 Successful Rescues Amid Chaos#hurricane #prison #katrina #rita #louisiana #podcast #bloodyangola Sponsors:Go to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! Join us on Patron for commercial free, early releases and much more HERE:



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In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast Woody and Jim discuss the impact of Hurricanes Katrina and Ida on the prison system.We recount the chaotic conditions during Katrina, where inmates like Dan Bright were left in flooded facilities without adequate emergency measures. As we turn to Hurricane Ida, we discuss what if anything was learned in response to the storms as it relates to prisons from the eyes of the inmates.Timestamps05:14 Hurricane Katrina's Nightmare12:56 The Aftermath and Evacuations19:57 Legal Actions 23:18 Lessons from Hurricane Ida35:59 Preparing for Future Storms In PrisonSponsors:Go to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! Join us on Patron for commercial free, early releases and much more HERE:

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NOTE:Nothing discussed in today’s podcast has been adjudicated and no investigation is complete so anything reported in this podcast on the subject of Hunts Correctional are allegations made by whistleblowers and no wrong doing has been found as of this recording.It is very important to mention that the VAST majority of the employees at Hunt’s are amazing people and as we say often, there is good and bad in every profession. In this episode of Bloody Angola, we discuss a major investigation into the severe drug-related issues at Hunt Correctional Center in St. Gabriel Louisiana, revealed through whistleblower accounts and WBRZ News Baton Rouge. Alarming overdoses among inmates, the role of a privileged inmate in drug trafficking, and high-ranking officers at the facility are all being investigated by the Louisiana State Police at the request of Gov. Jeff Landry and we catch you up on what is being alleged by whistleblowers and what the state is doing about it.#Huntscorrectional #prison #jefflandry #jamesleblanc #bloodyangola #podcast #woodyoverton #jimchapman #louisiana Timestamps:03:07 Whistleblower Revelations06:55 Inside the Inmate Experience10:43 Leadership Changes in Corrections16:39 Governor's Investigation Begins19:31 Tragic Overdose Incidents22:21 Employee Arrests and Accountability24:19 New Leadership Takes Charge26:00 Ongoing Drug Problem ExposedGo to HelloFresh.com/BloodyAngolaapps for FREE APPETIZERS for life for Bloody Angola Listeners! Join us on Patron for commercial free, early releases and much more HERE:

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