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Bloody Angola: The Complete Story of America's Bloodiest Prison

From the creative minds of award winning podcasters Woody Overton of Real Life Real Crime and Jim Chapman of Local Leaders the Podcast Bloody Angola is a no holds barred podcast based on stories and interviews of the bloodiest prison in America, told like you have never heard it!

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March 21, 2024

Horror Show

Woody and Jim into the history of the electric chair, discussing various executions that took place in the past. William Kemmler's execution in New York in 1890 marked the first time the electric chair was used, aiming to rep...

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March 14, 2024

Part 2 | The Richest Man In Bloody Angola: Wilbert Rideau

In this Part 2 we wraps up this series "The Richest Man in Bloody Angola" . In this episode, we dive into the story of Wilbert Rideau, a man who spent 44 years in prison for a crime he committed …

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March 7, 2024

The Richest Man In Bloody Angola: Wilbert Rideau

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim Chapman delves into the story of Wilbert Rideau, a prisoner with a remarkable journey. Rideau achieved significant accomplishments behind bars, winning prestigious journalism awards and m...

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Feb. 29, 2024

The Profile

In this episode of Bloody Angola podcast, we delve into the chilling world of serial killers and the intricate process of catching them. Drawing from the case of Derek Todd Lee, a notorious serial killer in the Baton Rouge ar...

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Feb. 22, 2024

Prison Solider: Cop Killer Wayne Felde

In this episode of Bloody Angola, the podcast we delve into the life story of Wayne Felde, a troubled individual who was born in 1949 and grew up in a family with a history of military service. Wayne's father was …

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Feb. 15, 2024

Bad Girls

In this episode, we explore the history and future of the Louisiana's Correctional Institute for Women (LCIW). We discuss the challenges faced by women at LCIW, including limited access to education and overcrowding. We also ...

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Feb. 8, 2024

Preparing to Die

In this episode of the Bloody Angola podcast, we explore the Louisiana State Penitentiary Execution Manual. We discuss the procedures and requirements for executions, the role of witnesses, and the importance of professionali...

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Feb. 1, 2024

Smiling Jack

A 16-year-old brutally murders an 8-year-old while biking in Saint Francisville, Louisiana. Trevor Reese confesses which leads to a sentence in Bloody Angola for life without parole. We discuss the horrific crime, the legal p...

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Jan. 25, 2024

The Decision | How Henry Montgomery Gave Life to Lifer's

In todays episode we discuss the Louisiana Supreme Court decision called Montgomery v. Louisiana, which involved Henry Montgomery, the longest-serving convict in Angola Prison's history. Henry was released in 2021 after spend...

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Jan. 19, 2024

Correcting the Record | Response to Changing of the Guard

This emergency drop is in response to information received regarding the most recent drop of Bloody Angola titled "The Changing of the Guard". For the article referenced in the "Changing of the Guard" episode, see the attache...

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Jan. 18, 2024

The Changing of the Guard | The Pardons of John Bell Edwards and Gov.…

In this episode of Bloody Angola, we explore the recent transition of power with the election of Governor Jeff Landry as it relates to crime and the recent pardons of outgoing Louisiana Governor John Bell Edwards.. Previous g...

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Jan. 11, 2024

House of Shock

In this episode of Bloody Angola, Woody and Jim share the firsthand recollections of the harsh and violent environment at the prison as told by Clifford Hampton. Hampton sheds light on the meager funding, strict work routines...

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Prison Soldier: Cop Killer Wayne Felde Drops February 22nd on Bloody Angola Podcast

On Thursday February 22nd Bloody Angola Podcast goes deep into the life story of Wayne Felde, a troubled individual who was born in 1949 and grew up in a family with a history of military service.   Wayne's father was abusive and strugg…

Saying Goodbye to Season 5 with "Revolving Door"

In our episode released Thursday December 21st, 2023, we wrapped up our fifth season! The episode can be listened to completely free by clicking here. We share the success of our recent episode on the Black Code and discuss some breaking news stor…

Google Podcasts is shutting down, here's how you can still get Bloody Angola Podcast.

Google Podcasts is shutting down, here's how to switch. As you may know, the Google Podcasts app is shutting down soon. That means if you’re using the app to listen to your favorite podcasts, you’ll need to find a new app to switch to. …

About the Hosts

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Jim Chapman

Co-Host

Jim Chapman has been a historian of prisons his entire life.
His first visit to Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola was at the age of 11 with his church youth group.
Since that time Jim has visited angola countless times which lit his passion for America's prison history!

Jim Chapman is also the award winning Creator and Host of Local Leaders the Podcast.
Jim is also founder of several companies including Envision Podcast Production, Envision Podcast studio Rentals and The Louisiana Podcast Association.

Jim has received numerous awards for his podcasting efforts including being recognized as a finalist for a Peoples Choice Podcast award for Best Business Podcast in 2021 and In 2022 his podcast Local Leaders again was nominated for a Peoples Choice Podcast Award for Best Business Podcast.

Jim also wears executive producing hats for topped ranked podcast including Real Life Real Crime, and Unspeakable: A True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings.

Jim's editing and sound mixing skills are also well known and he is managing sound and video editor for several top podcast including RLRC, Unspeakable, The Death of Journalism and Real Life Real Crime Daily where he also serves in a co-hosting role.

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Woody Overton

Co-Host

Award winning podcast host, Woody Overton, is a retired law enforcement officer that has taken to the mic to recount stories of his experiences in law enforcement as a major crime detective, polygraphist, street cop and more!
Woody Overton has become the voice of victims and their families. He holds law enforcement officers accountable for their actions or lack there of.
Overton, Best Male Host of 2021 in the Peoples Choice Podcast Awards, has a voice as "smooth as butter", speaks his mind and has major credentials to back him up.
Overton has solved numerous cold cases, he seeks justice where there is none, helps the innocent and works hard to put the guilty where they belong.
Podcast to his credit include the massively successful Real Life Real Crime, and Scorched Justice!