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Aug. 13, 2025

Shallow Grave Part 3: The Crimes of Roy McLaughlin

*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…

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Aug. 6, 2025

Shallow Grave Part 2: The Crimes of Roy McLaughlin

*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…

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July 30, 2025

Shallow Grave: The Crimes of Roy McLaughlin

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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July 23, 2025

People Hunter: The Manhunt for Ryan Sharpe Part 2

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.…

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July 16, 2025

People Hunter: The Manhunt for Ryan Sharpe

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…

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July 10, 2025

The Posse

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…

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July 2, 2025

Officer Friendly

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…

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June 25, 2025

The Goodyear Slaying

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…

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June 19, 2025

1956

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

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June 12, 2025

Out of the Shadows: New Developments in the New Orleans Jail Escape

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.

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June 5, 2025

New-Hire

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…

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May 29, 2025

Manhunt!

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…

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May 21, 2025

The Great Escape of the Orleans Parish Jail

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…

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May 15, 2025

The Coffin Maker: Grasshopper

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…

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May 8, 2025

Bones: Angola’s Hearse Driver

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. Chapters 01:39 The Hearse 11:53 Lloyd Bone's Family Legacy 12:41 The Crimes of Eric Bone 30:24 Generational…

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April 30, 2025

The French Quarter Stabber: Warren Harris Jr

In this gripping episode of "Bloody Angola," Jim Chapman delves into the case of Warren Harris Jr., infamously dubbed the French Quarter Stabber. Set against the backdrop of New Orleans in 1977. Convicted of the killing of (3) victims, found murdered in their apartments, this serial killer was sentenced to…

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April 24, 2025

The Dog Lady of Lansing Prison: Toby Young Dorr

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. Chapters 05:31 The Dog Lady of Lansing Prison 10:09…

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April 16, 2025

The Session

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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April 10, 2025

Joyce Mitchell | Hybristophilia #3

This episode delves into Joyce Mitchell's role in the 2015 escape of inmates Richard Matt and David Sweat from Clinton Correctional Facility, examining her personal struggles, the escape plan, the manhunt, and the intrigue surrounding her case. Timestamps 01:39 Meet Joyce Mitchell 14:21 The Affair and the Escape Plan 16:29…

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April 3, 2025

Lynette Barnett and Tina Gonzales | Hybristophilia #2

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…

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March 27, 2025

The Execution of Jessie Hoffman

In this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman gives you the recent details regarding the Execution of Jessie Hoffman via Nitrogen Hypoxia Timestamps 01:39 On Again Off Again On Again 28:44 Justice Served for Molly Elliott 32:02 Execution Protocol 37:17 AG Liz Murrill and Governor Jeff Landry Statements

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March 20, 2025

Part Three | The Executions Commence: Larry Roy

This episode examines Larry Roy, the Cheneyville Slasher, and the 1993 attack on the Richard family. Timestamps 04:00 The Horrific Crime Unfolds 08:25 The Investigation Begins 13:15 The Manhunt for Larry Roy 16:44 Trial and Defense Tactics 18:34 The Death Sentence 19:30 The Death Warrant Issued 23:55 Delays and Controversies…

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March 13, 2025

Part Two | The Executions Commence: Christopher Sepulvado

The “Executions Commence” series continues! Death warrants have been signed for several inmates in the State of Louisiana and in this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman breaks down the crimes and conviction of Christopher Sepulvado. Timestamps 03:37 The Troubling Past of Sepulvado 06:19 The Abuse Escalates 09:25 The…

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March 6, 2025

Part One | The Executions Commence: Jessie Hoffman

Death warrants have been signed for several inmates in the State of Louisiana and in this episode of Bloody Angola Podcast, Jim Chapman breaks down the crimes and conviction of Jessie Hoffman who has a scheduled execution date of March 18th, 2025. Timestamps 01:39 The Executions Commence 03:28 The Tragic…

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