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In this series Ex Prison Officers tell their harrowing stories of dealing with violent inmates, murderers, rapists and pedophiles in a job that is rarely spoken about.
Violence, murder, riots, are just part of the absurdity of daily life in a maximum security facility.
It is a tough job, facing down terrifying inmates, with negotiation skills, and bare hands, the only weapons at your disposal.
Prison Chronicles tells the never before heard stories of life in prison, from the mouths of those men and women who have lived it.
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In this series Ex Prison Officers tell their harrowing stories of dealing with violent inmates, murderers, rapists and pedophiles in a job that is rarely spoken about.Violence, murder, riots, are just part of the absurdity of daily life in a maximum security facility.It is a tough job, facing down terrifying inmates, with negotiation skills, and bare hands, the only weapons at your disposal.Prison Chronicles tells the never before heard stories of life in prison, from the mouths of those men and women who have lived it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When someone has been deemed too dangerous to be part of society, they are sent to prison. When the news cycle forgets about them, Prison Officers can’t, having to deal with these people face to face on a daily basis. We tell the stories of what really happens behind the walls of a prison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Maitland Gaol holds the record of the longest serving Prison in Australia, having been in continual use for 150 years. In this Episode, we expose the never before told stories of life in one of Australia’s hardest prisons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Opened in 1909, the notorious Long Bay Prison Complex has 6 prisons on site housing over 1200 inmates. With so many inmates living there, it is more like a city than a gaol. Over it's long history it has housed the State’s most infamous inmates. We tell the stories you've never heard before...from those that were there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the 1970’s, Australia opened it’s first ‘Supermax’ Prison. Designed to deprive inmates of any sense of the outside world, it was described by it’s detractors as an ‘electronic zoo’. Conditions were atrocious. Prisoners hated it, and Prison Officers loved it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For as long as there’s been prisons, inmates have tried to escape. We tell the stories of the unbelievable escapes that have happened from NSW prisons over the years. Eyewitness accounts from Officers that were there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This is my most heartbreaking episode.In the 1980’s, the AIDS epidemic took hold of the world. Being HIV positive was akin to a death sentence.Having that diagnosis in prison...was even worse!. It was a frightening time, and both inmates and Officers were living in fear.This Episode tells the never before heard, devastating stories, of what is was like working in the AIDS Unit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
*WARNING*This episode contains disturbing themes.At Long Bay, there is a prison within a prison - The Acute Crisis Management Unit. It is here that inmates with self harm issues and suicidal ideation are housed. This episode explores the horrific tales of what happens in the A.C.M.U.If you, or anyone you know, has suicidal thoughts, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.Available 24 hours a day.You are not alone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Prison Officers always have to be aware of their surroundings. You can have all the training in the world, but in Prison, you never know what's going to happen. Sometimes things just go bad! A whole episode of the chaos that happens inside maximum security Prisons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Inmates often require medical treatment outside of the walls of the gaol. It is a dangerous job, mixing inmates, Officers, and members of the public - and it doesn't always go to plan. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Inmates will always try to escape prison. They try so often, I had to do a 2nd episode on Escpaes.In this episode we tell more of the stories of inmates that were successful, and not so successful, in their attempts to break out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On any given day there are enough inmates being transported around NSW by road to fill a whole prison. This episode tells the stories of what it’s like driving the bus that no-one wants to be on - inmate or Officer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Prisons can be scary places. They are old, dark, and have a history of violence and death. I put a shoutout to ex-Officers to see if they had any paranormal experiences working in prison, and I was inundated with stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In 2019 a Prison Officer was faced with a scenario, that every Officer trains for, but never wants to experience.For the first time 'Officer A' tells his story.The first episode of the 'Officer A' series drops November 3rd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Prison Officers face what most people fear. It is a TOUGH job. But we just get on with it.In 2019, an Officer was confronted with a scenario, that EVERY Officer trains for...but NEVER wants to experience,For the first time...he tells his story.This is PART 1 of a 6 part series.. You won't believe it until you've heard it al!!!!!Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Part 2 of the Officer A series, we look at what happens when a fatal shooting occurs.What is the process? What support is there? What happens now?Hear Officer A's incredible story. Only on PRISON CHRONICLES. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The wheels of Justice turn slowly. After Officer A's charges are upgraded to MURDER...what happens now?Hear the TRUE story, from the man himself...This is The Officer A Series...only on PRISON CHRONICLES. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
THE TRIALOfficer A is now on trial for MURDER.What happens when a Prison Officer is on the other side of the judicial system?Hear his story - in his own words - only on PRISON CHRONICLES Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Here we go again!!!Another Trial!Prison Officers are told that if they follow the rules...they will be OK.Don't believe everything you hear!!!This series is a MUST listen for anyone that has a loved one in Corrective Services, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The stunning conclusion of the Officer A series.Where do you stand?Was Officer A doing his job?...or did he deserve to be brought to Justice?Have your say on Prison Chronicles podcast socials or at www.prisonchroniclespodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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