Ben Freedland reveals his incredible journey from a feared criminal smuggling cargo across the country to helping the FBI dismantle a powerful crime organization and ultimately surviving prison. But that's just the beginning—Ben’s transformation is nothing short of inspiring. After serving his time, he rebuilt his life and became a successful businessman, homeowner, and mentor. Today, Ben owns and operates Recreational Transport LLC, a premier provider in the RV transportation industry, known for its commitment to top-tier service and reliability. Transporting Class A, B, and C motorhomes nationwide, his business has set the standard for RV transport services

#SmugglingStory #FBIInformant #PrisonSurvival #CrimeToRedemption #TrueCrimeJourney #SurvivingPrison #CrimeRingTakeDown #UndercoverInformant

Thank you to our Sponsors this week:

Magic Mind:

They have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code

LOCKED20 at checkout

You can claim it at: https://www.magicmind.com/locked

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Ben Freedland:

Website:https://recreationaltransport.com/

Email: [email protected]

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/22XvfnYpQjAW8uiH/?mibextid=LQQJ4d)

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benjaminellisfreedland?igsh=MW1uNHVlNmN6MTJ5dA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Introduction and Background of Ben

00:05:36 Childhood and Rebellion: Growing Up with ADHD

00:12:13 Selling Coconuts at Music Festivals

00:17:48 Smuggling Techniques and Tactics

00:23:44 Discovering a Goldmine

00:30:08 The Market Price Collapse

00:36:22 Life of Ruthlessness

00:42:53 Role as a Government Witness

00:48:52 Navigating a Prison Sentence: Mandatory Minimums and Cooperation

00:55:12 The Life and Death of Bernie Madoff

01:01:08 Faulty Testing in Prisons

01:07:22 Legal Challenges and Poppy Seeds Controversy

01:14:10 The Story Behind Anton Lazaro's Arrest and the Fallout

01:20:05 Confrontation with a Cellmate

01:26:16 Transitioning to an RV Business

01:32:35 Sharing the Untold Story

01:38:11 The Therapeutic Power of Recording Sessions

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Gentry shares his story of being wrongfully convicted of murder after defending himself in what should have been a clear case of self-defense. Instead of justice, Jacob faced corrupt prosecutors who twisted the truth, resulting in a 30-year prison sentence. In this episode, he reveals the prosecutorial misconduct that turned his life upside down and the events that expose the deep flaws in the criminal justice system.

#WrongfulConviction #SelfDefense #ProsecutorialMisconduct #CorruptProsecutors #CriminalJustice #Injustice #TrueCrime #PrisonStory #LegalCorruption #JusticeSystemFlaws #PrisonReform #MurderCharges #30YearSentence

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Jacob Gentry:

YT: https://youtube.com/@jacobsladder111?si=h669E7qSEs5gdcii

FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074943452854&mibextid=ZbWKwL

IG: https://www.instagram.com/valiantthor99?utm_source=qr&igsh=MWd1OWZxZDg1YTF4bA==

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jacobgentry518?_t=8q8W14qUk5W&_r=1

Thank you to our sponsors this week:

MyBookie: Go to mybookie.website/LOCKEDIN and use promo code LOCKEDIN to sign up for free and double your first deposit up to $2,000 plus a $10 Casino Chip.

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Interview with Jake: From After Prison Show to YouTube Success

00:07:00 High School Memories and Academic Performance

00:12:59 Tactics and Law Enforcement Encounters

00:19:21 Experiencing Arrest and Family Reaction

00:25:34 The Influence of Media

00:32:07 The Allure of Fast Money

00:38:37 Accusations and Betrayal

00:45:16 Arrest and the Unexpected Psychic Encounter

00:51:15 Confrontation at the Bar

00:57:30 Workplace Safety Meeting Incident

01:03:40 Intense Confrontation and Pepper Spray Incident

01:09:57 Unexpected Night Out: The Full Moon & Bar Incident

01:17:01 Unexpected Investigation

01:22:09 Discovery of Key Evidence

01:28:22 Fleeing New Jersey: A Race Against Time

01:34:48 A Jury Member's Letter of Support

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Childers shares his journey from a 1% outlaw biker to the infamous Machine Gun Preacher. In this episode, Sam shares his incredible transformation from living a life of crime to taking on Africa’s most elusive warlords and saving thousands of children from dangerous militias. With a Hollywood movie made about his life starring Gerard Butler, Sam's real-life story is filled with action, redemption, and bravery. Get an inside look at the battles he's faced, the lives he's saved, and what it takes to become a true warrior for justice.

#SamChilders #MachineGunPreacher #TrueStory #OutlawBiker #AfricaWarlords #ChildRescue #GerardButler #TrueCrime #RedemptionStory #Humanitarian #RescueMission #Warlord #InspirationalStory #LifeTransformation #CrimeToHero

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Machine Gun Preacher:

https://www.machinegunpreacher.org/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MGP

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Sam Childers on Books, Movies, and Documentaries

00:05:33 Embracing Life Without Retirement

00:11:07 Transition from Wealth to Missionary Life

00:16:49 The Stigma Around Motorcycle Clubs

00:22:15 Surviving the Worst Bar Fight: A Turning Point

00:27:50 Legal Struggles and Redemption

00:33:31 First Trip to Africa and Witnessing Atrocities

00:39:54 The Origin of "Machine Gun Preacher"

00:46:28 The Horrors of Child Soldiers and the LRA

00:51:25 Confronting Rebel Groups in Africa

00:57:03 Soldier Encounters and Survival Stories

01:03:08 Building a New American Style Strip Mall

01:09:04 Experiences During the Coney War

01:15:08 The Story Behind the "Never Stopped" Documentary

01:20:36 Facing Family Challenges with Alzheimer's

01:26:01 How Clyde Carter Changed My Life

01:31:57 Angels of East Africa: A Long-Term Mission to Save Children

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retired and viral Rikers Island prison guard Leroy Ebron reveals fascinating stories from his time on the job. In this 4th episode, Ebron dives into the world of Rikers' most notorious mobsters, the creative ways inmates faked being handicapped, and the intense realities of prison shower fights.

#RikersIsland #PrisonStories #Mobsters #PrisonLife #LifeBehindBars #PrisonGuard #ViralStories #PrisonFights #TrueCrime #CorrectionalOfficer #PrisonReality #RikersIslandStories #CrimePodcast #InsidePrison #PrisonExperience

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Leroy Ebron:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/ebronleroy/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/Leroy-Ebron/100080300273259/

Watch other episodes with Leroy Ebron:

Pt. 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Km9Q7ED-WU&t=3895s

Pt. 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIyagmqDFJw&t=796s

Pt.3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nj8xxxMOlsQ&t=333s

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Leroy's Shoutouts and New YouTube Channel

00:03:14 Meeting a Remarkable Italian Man

00:07:13 Discovering the Deception: The Inmate Who Faked Blindness

00:10:51 Dramatic Confrontation in the Day Room

00:16:02 Encounters with Mafia Affiliates at Riker's Island

00:18:01 Protecting the Italian Dude: A Prison Story

00:22:43 Requesting an Italian Supervisor: A Special Favor

00:26:12 Harry's Unexpected Commissary Visit

00:30:25 Encounter with a Real Italian

00:34:36 An Unexpected Dinner Invitation

00:38:25 Unexpected Meeting with Cappuccino

00:44:25 Unexpected Sandwich Surprise

00:46:31 The Missing Phone Mystery in Jail

00:54:08 Tensions at the Prison

00:57:51 A Surprising Reunion and Apology

01:01:27 Farewell and Upcoming Surprise Episode of Manting Stories

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former California prison gang member Christopher Curtis takes you deep into the reality of life behind bars. In this episode, Curtis shares his firsthand experiences with stabbings, the politics that govern prison life, and his courageous decision to leave the gang. Discover the dangerous world of prison gangs, the challenges of navigating loyalty and survival, and what it takes to break free and start over.

#PrisonStories #LifeBehindBars #PrisonGangs #TrueCrime #PrisonLife #GangLife #InsidePrison #CrimePodcast #PrisonReality #PrisonReform #GangMember #UntoldStories

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Christopher Curtis:

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Orange-County-Dark-Christopher-Curtis/dp/1644565935

IG: https://www.instagram.com/octhedarkside8083/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@octhedarkside8083

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Chris's Journey: From Prison to Redemption

00:04:52 The Impact of COVID-19 on Chino State Prison

00:09:46 Unsuccessful Prison Escape Attempt

00:14:54 Early Exposure

00:20:00 Life in Anaheim

00:25:12 The Relapse

00:30:24 The Impact of Crime on Personal Transformation

00:35:40 Unexpected Consequences of Anger

00:41:35 California: The Most Dangerous State Prisons

00:45:17 Navigating Prison Gangs

00:50:39 Life After Dropping Out from a Gang

00:55:25 Wes Watson and Alleged Life Coaching Scams

01:00:37 Prison Hierarchy and Treatment of Sex Offenders

01:10:55 Overcoming Life in Prison

01:16:27 Creating a Nonprofit to Reduce Reoffending

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Norman Seabrook, the ex-New York Corrections Union Boss, reveals untold stories of life behind bars, from eye-opening encounters with celebrity inmates like Diddy, Lil Wayne, and Shyne, to the daily chaos of violence and corruption within one of America’s most notorious jails. But that’s not all – Seabrook himself faced a dramatic downfall, taken down by the FBI in a corruption scandal that led to his own time in federal prison.

#Diddy #RikersIsland #NormanSeabrook #PrisonStories #LilWayne #Shyne #CelebrityInmates #TrueCrime #FBIInvestigation #LifeBehindBars #FederalPrison #UntoldStories #InsiderLook

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Norman Seabrook:

https://www.instagram.com/normseabrook/

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Life Inside New York City Jails: An Officer's Perspective

00:05:59 Journey to Becoming a Union Boss

00:11:44 Overcoming Economic Setbacks and Mindset Shifts

00:18:10 The Importance of Maintaining Relationships During Incarceration

00:23:12 Diddy, Shyne & Lil Wayne in Jail

00:28:30 Addressing Unnecessary Use of Force in Prisons

00:34:18 Preventing Arrest

00:40:06 The Dangers of Cell Phones in Prisons

00:45:52 Importance of Community Communication

00:51:21 Prison System Issues and Contraband

00:57:01 Sentence Reduction and Miraculous Release

01:03:26 The Importance of Family Support and Faith

01:08:49 Overcoming Stigma: Redemption and Opportunities

01:14:33 The Fight for Correction Officers' Rights and Benefits

01:20:14 Embracing Change and Self-Reinvention

01:25:25 The Incarceration System and Reentry Challenges

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken Behr, a former professional drug smuggler, shares his incredible story of how he transitioned from a life of crime to becoming a DEA informant. Facing 25 years in prison, Ken made a choice that changed his fate and his future. He opens up about the dangerous world of drug smuggling, the risks he took, and what ultimately led him to work with law enforcement

#DrugSmuggling #DEAInformant #TrueCrimeStories #FederalPrison #DrugCartels #CrimeAndPunishment #PrisonLife #SmugglerExposed

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Ken Behr:

https://onestepovertheline.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwgL-3BhDnARIsAL6KZ6-hBd9SVanJBA1jUzrx-NWUk3577EDbH7IftzKFPrTUy_TuLSSAUIgaAq_fEALw_wcB

Thank you to our Sponsors this week:

Magic Mind:

They have a limited offer you can use now, that gets you up to 48% off your first subscription or 20% off one time purchases with code

LOCKED20 at checkout

You can claim it at: https://www.magicmind.com/locked

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Boxer, Fitness Trainer and Hollywood actor Brandon Carrillo joins us to reveal the truth about prison food and why prison workouts are so effective at getting inmates ripped. Brandon also opens up about his experiences in Hollywood, shedding light on the dark side of the industry.

#PrisonFood #PrisonWorkouts #FitnessTrainer #HollywoodSecrets #FitnessInPrison #PrisonLife #RippedInPrison #HollywoodDarkSide

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Brandon Carrillo:

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7725632/

https://www.instagram.com/brandonrcarrillo/

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 - A Pleasantly Random Dinner

00:04:14 - The Toll of Boxing on the Mind

00:08:32 - Discussing Fighting Scenarios (feat. Giani)

00:12:51 - The Calisthenics Cheat Code for Fitness

00:17:19 - The Impact of Unhealthy Eating Choices on Fitness

00:21:34 - Athletic Peaks in Prison

00:25:42 - From Wildwood to Los Angeles

00:30:00 - Boxing in Los Angeles: A Different Level of Hard

00:34:23 - The Subjectivity in the Arts

00:38:43 - The Challenges of Casting and Life Experience in Acting

00:42:56 - Breaking News to Dad and Coach

00:47:08 - Stalker Experiences in LA

00:51:20 - Crazy Encounters

00:55:24 - Realities of Prison Life

00:59:45 - Living Alone vs Roommates

01:04:03 - Life with Roommates

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Johnny Bartolomeo, a former Hells Angels biker, takes us deep into the world of outlaw motorcycle clubs. Johnny opens up about the journey of getting patched into the Hells Angels, serving 27 years in federal prison, and running with the Italians inside. He shares his experiences of surviving some of the toughest penitentiaries in the country and gives us a raw and unfiltered look at the harsh reality of long-term imprisonment.

#HellsAngels #OutlawBikers #FederalPrison #PrisonSurvival #BikerGangLife #TrueCrimeStories #PrisonGangs #27YearsInPrison

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Johnny Bartolomeo:

https://www.instagram.com/official_johnny_bartolomeo/?hl=en

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSiDeaKR8KBaS3AzvN30pFA

Shop his merch:

https://27str8apparel.com/

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Growing Up in East Boston

00:07:36 Growing Up Idolizing My Father

00:15:18 High School Challenges and Turning Away from Drugs

00:23:11 Joining the Hell's Angels: Age and Requirements

00:31:10 The Media's Agenda and Personal Branding

00:39:39 Reflecting on Past Actions and Seeking Redemption

00:47:57 Reflections on Life's Turning Point

00:55:50 Arrested: The Beginning of a 27-Year Sentence

01:03:28 Filing a Lawsuit for Retaliation

01:10:59 Sentencing Impact: The Dramatic Courtroom Speech

01:18:38 Life in Levinworth Prison

01:26:00 Initiating Chaos at Lee County Penitentiary

01:33:01 Navigating New Prison Dynamics

01:40:44 Adjusting to Life at Fort Dix

01:48:10 Transition from Penitentiary to Fort Dix

01:55:14 Building a Personal Brand: Journey of 27st8

02:02:49 Celebrating Great Friendships and Life Changes

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former bank robber Shawn Myers takes us inside his criminal past, revealing how he meticulously planned and executed the perfect heist. Shaun shares his insights into the mindset and methods behind bank robberies, what went right—and ultimately, how the FBI closed in and caught him. But that’s just the beginning. Shaun also opens up about his time in federal prison, where he ran with the notorious Peckerwoods. This is a raw and unfiltered look into the life of a man who lived on the edge and survived to tell the tale.

#BankRobbery #FBIInvestigation #PerfectHeist #FederalPrison #Peckerwoods #TrueCrimeStories #Heistsecrets #LifeInPrison #prisonstories

Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:

https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en

https://ianbick.com/

Connect with Shawn Myers:

Website: https://tr.ee/S_wwJv9x5O

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shawn_e_myers?_t=8pVKor0oE2g&_r=1

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skydivershawn?mibextid=LQQJ4d (https://www.facebook.com/skydivershawn?mibextid=LQQJ4d)

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-m-4a73967a?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-m-4a73967a?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app)

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_retribution?igsh=MWwwd3JxMncwcnlicA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

Email: [email protected]

Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy:

https://tyson20.com/

https://woooooenergy.com/

Buy Merch:

https://lockedinbrand.com

Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order

Timestamps:

00:00:00 Growing Up in Seattle: A City of Mischief

00:08:10 Early Challenges and Influence in Youth

00:16:02 The Thrill of Crime and Seeking Attention

00:24:35 Bank Robbery Confessions and Close Calls

00:32:44 The Bank Heist Begins

00:40:53 The Bank Heist and Police Evasion

00:49:31 The Arrest and Eyewitness Misidentification

00:57:47 Facing Sentencing and Family Reactions

01:05:30 Arriving at the Prison: First Impressions

01:13:34 Prison Life and Survival Rules

01:22:12 Surviving in Solitary Confinement

01:30:24 Prison Intake: First Impressions and Rules

01:38:32 Life and Work in Prison: The Ticket Printing Operation

01:46:47 The Art of Tattooing in Prison

01:55:13 Life Lessons from an Incarcerated Mentor

02:04:51 Turning Points and the Prison Experience

Powered by: Just Media House :

https://www.justmediahouse.com/

Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:

https://www.fwrd.co

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices