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Brandon Heuser opens up about his journey growing up in Dalton, Georgia, falling into addiction, hitting rock bottom, and fighting his way back. This is a raw, honest conversation about the reality of drug addiction — the chaos, the pain, the denial, the relapse cycles — and what it actually takes to rebuild your life. #AddictionRecovery #DrugAddiction #SobrietyJourney #RockBottom #RecoveryCommunity #MentalHealthAwareness #TrueStories #LockedInWithIanBick Thank you to BLUECHEW for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. Connect with Brandon Heuser: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@gospelofbrandon Email: bheuserministries@gmail.com Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 He Shares His Story for the First Time 04:40 Growing Up Without a Father & Filling the Void 07:00 Anger, Chaos, and the Streets Become Home 09:10 Drugs Enter the Picture — And Everything Changes 12:00 Addiction Takes Over: School, Friends, Life Slipping Away 15:40 Meeting His Biological Father for the First Time 18:45 Gangs, Violence & The Cycle He Couldn’t Escape 22:00 First Time in Jail — “I Thought This Made Me a Man” 25:10 Rock Bottom: The Moment That Broke Him 28:00 Recovery Begins — Faith, Surrender & Brutal Honesty 32:00 Rebuilding Life From Nothing 36:00 Facing Shame and Learning to Forgive Yourself 40:00 The Regrets That Still Hurt 44:40 Life After Addiction: Family, Purpose & Peace 48:00 Staying Sober When The World Pulls You Back 51:00 Judgment, Stigma & Proving People Wrong 54:20 Choosing Gratitude & Living Differently Today 01:00:00 Final Message That Someone Needs to Hear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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LaTascia Taylor thought she had met her fairy tale. Charming. Successful. Confident. The kind of man who walks into your life and makes you feel seen. But what started as love quickly unraveled into manipulation, danger, and a criminal empire she never saw coming. What LaTascia didn’t know was that the man she fell for was running a major drug operation. And little by little, he pulled her in. First moving money across state lines… then transporting packages… and eventually flying internationally with drugs hidden in luggage. She found herself in way too deep — and on a flight to Europe, everything came crashing down. Arrested. In a foreign country. No support. No way home. And stuck for 2 years in an overseas prison. #truecrime #survivalstory #prisonstories #traumarecovery #toxicrelationships #drugtrafficking #lockedinwithianbick #secondchances Thank you to BLUECHEW & BRUNT for sponsoring this episode: BlueChew: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. Brunt: $10 Off @BRUNT with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/lockedin  #BRUNTpod Connect with LaTascia Taylor: YouTube: Tea Talk With Tascia (@teatalkwithtascia) Facebook: Tea Talk With Tascia TikTok: Tea Talk With Tascia (@teatalkwithtascia) Website: https://a.co/d/f0iT6Nh Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Her Story Begins: From Church Girl to the Streets 00:44 The Pastor Who Saw What She Couldn't 03:10 Generational Curses & Spiritual Warfare 04:52 Childhood Pain, Moving States, and Searching for Identity 07:10 Family Struggles, Survival Mode, and Growing Up Fast 10:09 College Dreams Collide with Real Life 13:10 Hospitality Career to Hustle Culture 16:45 The Strip Club Door That Changed Everything 20:27 How She Was Groomed Into Trafficking (Step by Step) 25:14 First Drops, Easy Money, and The Illusion of Control 33:07 From Moving Cash to Moving Product 40:04 The International Operation — Overseas Runs Begin 44:09 The Bust: Caught in Another Country 53:41 Life Inside a Foreign Prison — Culture, Fear, & Faith 01:07:00 Court, Sentencing, and the Fight to Come Home 01:20:10 Returning Home: Shame, Judgment, and Starting Over 01:33:05 Turning Pain Into Purpose — Youth, Ministry & Healing 01:41:41 Final Reflections — What She Wants Others to Know Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Devin Prince grew up in Toledo, Ohio, and became a father at just 17 years old. Struggling to provide, he turned to selling drugs — and soon fell into addiction himself. What started as a hustle spiraled out of control when a robbery gone wrong forced him to flee, landing him on Toledo’s Most Wanted list. While on the run, he became involved in a scam and later continued dealing drugs in Virginia, where he was eventually arrested and sentenced to three years in state prison. But in a shocking twist, luck was on his side — the robbery case that once had him labeled one of Toledo’s most wanted fell apart, giving him an unexpected second chance. In this episode, Devin opens up about teenage fatherhood, drug dealing, addiction, being a fugitive, life in Virginia prison, and the moment everything changed. #MostWanted #TrueCrimeStory #FromFugitiveToFelon #PrisonLife #RedemptionStory #Toledo #CrimeDocumentary #podcastinterview Thank you to BLUECHEW for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. Connect with Devin Prince: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BaHGU8xmU/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TPGRIND Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 How He Became *Toledo’s Most Wanted* 01:20 Growing Up in Toledo & The Road to This Interview 02:20 From Poker Games to YouTube Hustles 03:33 Family Trauma, Addiction, and Searching for Belonging 04:34 Becoming a Teenage Father & Trying to Be a Man Early 06:58 First Taste of the Streets & Gambling Takes Over 08:04 Getting Pulled Into Dealing: Fast Money vs. Consequences 10:06 Drug Money, Power, and the Illusion of Control 12:14 The Heroin Spiral: “I Thought I Could Handle It…” 13:41 Running Away to Missouri — And The Past Following 16:11 Love, Breakups, Relapse… and Losing Everything 20:49 *The Case That Changed Everything* — Fugitive Life Begins 24:13 South Florida Call Center Scams & Dodging Arrest 27:23 Life on the Run in Virginia: Meth, Madness & Federal Heat 33:35 The Arrest: Reality Hits in Cuffs 41:13 Inside Virginia Prisons: Politics, Hustles, Survival 44:39 Dating From Prison & The Emotional Escape 53:03 Getting Out… Then Relapse Hits Hard 55:00 Fighting Back: Sobriety, Support, and Rebuilding His Life 58:46 Starting From Zero: Housing, Jobs, Family Reconnection 01:00:56 Trying to Live Normal Again — But Gambling Still Lurks 01:05:01 The Truth About Gambling Addiction & Sports Betting Culture 01:07:32 What He Learned — And What He Wants Others to Know Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Logan traded a firefighter’s uniform for a Hells Angels vest — but the price of brotherhood went far deeper than he ever imagined. Growing up in California, Jason was obsessed with motorcycles and adrenaline. He spent 12 years as a California firefighter, often battling wildfires side-by-side with prison inmates. But after burning out physically and mentally, he left the fire service in search of belonging, brotherhood, and purpose. That search led him into one of the world’s most infamous outlaw motorcycle clubs — the Hells Angels. Inside the club, Jason lived a life most people only hear rumors about. In this episode, he reveals what it’s really like inside the Hells Angels, breaks down the politics, rules, and hierarchy of club life, opens up about the mental health struggles members quietly face, explains how rivalries with other motorcycle clubs actually work, and shares the moment he knew he had to walk away. #HellsAngels #BikerLife #OutlawBiker #MotorcycleClub #TrueCrimePodcast #FormerBiker #MCCulture #RedemptionStory Thank you to BLUECHEW for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. Connect with Jason Logan: https://www.automotoentertainment.com/patched-podcast?utm_source=ALL+SOCIALS&utm_medium=Socials&utm_campaign=Coming+Soon&utm_id=PATCHED+-+Preview&utm_content=Show+Preview&fbclid=PAZnRzaAN1ocpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp1Go2GqfRYAFTPpblGcvsdVRX7ZAXSCi92cNZ07bNKXUDTWizNvPLhwCo6BY_aem_0JdkF66dom5NOKKTDPj8Ig Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Wild Club Stories to Start the Episode 01:10 Meet Today’s Guest 03:00 Growing Up & First Love for Motorcycles 05:20 Becoming a Firefighter: Purpose & Calling 08:10 Inside the Firehouse: Risk, Trauma & Brotherhood 13:10 The Truth About California Wildfires (Causes & Politics) 17:00 Working Alongside Inmate Fire Crews 19:20 Brotherhood, Loyalty & Life in the Flames 22:40 How He Joined a Motorcycle Club (The Reality vs The Myth) 28:10 Violence, Rivalries & Why the Public Gets It Wrong 36:30 Federal Pressure & How Clubs Get Targeted 42:00 How Club Rivalries Really Start & the Cost of Loyalty 51:30 Mental Health, Identity & Life Inside the Club World 01:01:00 Can Biker Culture Ever Be Unified? 01:12:00 Leaving the Hell’s Angels: What Actually Happened 01:18:00 Lessons, Regret & What He’d Tell His Younger Self 01:25:00 Advice for Anyone Thinking About Joining a Club Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jelani Vanholten didn’t grow up wanting to work inside one of America’s most dangerous jails—but life led him behind the walls of Rikers Island. After attending college and trying several career paths, he put on the correctional officer uniform and was assigned to one of Rikers’ most feared units: The House of Pain.Inside those walls, respect wasn’t given—it was earned. Jelani became known as a CO who treated inmates with firmness and fairness, earning credibility from both staff and prisoners. But the longer he stayed inside Rikers, the darker the job became. From daily violence and psychological battles to navigating gang politics and surviving high-tension housing units, Jelani saw the brutal reality of New York City’s jail system up close. But everything changed when he felt his life was in danger—and the department didn’t have his back. #RikersIsland #PrisonStories #FormerCO #LawEnforcementLife #PrisonGuard #InsideTheSystem #WhyIQuit #truecrimepodcast Connect with Jelani Vanholten: https://www.instagram.com/broadwaycasino?igsh=MXFxMDdjc3owZTl3OQ== Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 The Rikers “House of Pain” Unit Explained 00:38 Who Is Delani? Meet Today’s Guest 02:12 Growing Up in NYC & Early Survival Skills 04:46 Childhood Friendships & Street Lessons 05:52 Dreaming of Music & Reality Hitting Hard 06:44 First Encounters with the Justice System 07:59 Choosing a Career in Law Enforcement 09:03 Applying to Work at Rikers Island 10:07 The Corrections Academy: What It’s REALLY Like 11:17 Mental & Physical Challenges in Training 12:56 The OC Spray Test — Everyone Breaks Here 14:39 Training vs. The Actual Jail… No Comparison 15:54 How Delani’s Family Reacted to the Job 20:28 Day One on Rikers Island — Shock to the System 24:19 The First Shifts: Chaos, Noise & Control 27:05 Breaking Up Fights & When Force Is Necessary 30:12 Working the Mental Health Units 32:04 A Crisis in Segregation — Life or Death Decision 36:43 Controlled Chaos & Officer Culture on the Job 42:06 How Officers Earn Respect Inside 49:20 Balancing Rapport with Inmates vs. Authority 01:03:12 Boundaries, Respect, and When to Act 01:09:54 The Moment Respect Starts to Slip 01:10:54 Why Delani Ultimately Left Rikers 01:18:16 Feeling Betrayed by the Department 01:23:52 The Breaking Point: Safety vs. Family 01:27:17 Life After Rikers — What Comes Next 01:33:01 New Work & Purpose Beyond Corrections 01:34:57 Looking Back: The Cost of the Job 01:35:32 Closing Thoughts & Takeaways Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith Shibley was the kind of cop who ran toward danger—until the danger followed him home. Starting his career with the Virginia Port Authority Police, Keith transitioned into the Richmond Police Department, where violence, shootings, and high-stakes calls were a daily reality. Seeking a new path, he returned to the Port Authority and eventually became part of an FBI task force, responding to domestic terrorism threats, high-profile shootings, and federal-level criminal activity. But while he was protecting the public, the trauma was destroying him privately. Years of front-line exposure led to crippling PTSD, driving Keith into a spiral of painkillers, alcohol, and self-destruction—all while still wearing the badge. His life and career were on the brink. Instead of losing everything, Keith made a life-altering decision: he asked for help. #FBITaskForce #AddictionRecovery #FormerCop #LawEnforcementStories #AddictionSurvivor #TrueCrimePodcast #PoliceToPrison #RedemptionStory Connect with Keith Shibley: Facebook: Keith Shibley Instagram: @keithshibley and @official_mindovermadness YouTube: @mindovermadnessmom Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Opening: Inside the Mind of a Cop — Processing Trauma and Tragedy 02:35 Meet Keith Shibley: From Virginia Cop to FBI Task Force Member 08:09 Childhood, Family Struggles & Early Trauma 17:02 Why He Chose Policing & His First Steps Into Law Enforcement 24:05 Police Academy Stories & Port Authority Beginnings 29:44 Life in Richmond Police — Violence, Chaos & Hard Lessons 36:16 Coping Mechanisms, Brotherhood & Police Culture 43:35 The Calls That Haunt You — Death, Grief & Emotional Toll 52:40 Working Domestic Terrorism & High-Risk Operations 01:00:56 The Navy Yard Shooting — What Really Happened That Day 01:12:32 Addiction Takes Over — Pills, Alcohol & Denial 01:24:52 The Breaking Point: Intervention, Rehab & Recovery 01:35:23 Overcoming Stigma & Inspiring Other First Responders 01:43:40 Mental Health, Programs & Breaking the Silence 01:49:44 Final Reflections — Healing, Hope & Purpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charles Grady grew up in Connecticut and embarked on what many only dream of—a career in law enforcement. With over two decades on the front lines tackling violent gangs, drug traffickers, and homicides across the state, Grady made his mark as a relentless detective and federal task-force agent. After more than 20 years, he transitioned into groundbreaking work in community reintegration and gang violence prevention, founding programs like Hang Time to help formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild their lives. #PoliceStories #LawEnforcementLife #FormerCop #RealCrimeStories #PoliceExperience #ConnecticutPolice #BehindTheBadge #truecrimepodcast Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Connect with Charles Grady: https://hangtimerealtalk.org/about/ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Opening – How Drugs Shape Crime in America 02:00 Who is Charles Grady? Becoming a Respected Cop 05:20 The “Us vs. Them” Documentary & Why It Matters 08:30 Labels, Judgment & Giving People Second Chances 13:00 Childhood, Family Values & Early Lessons 17:20 Why He Became a Police Officer 24:00 Race, Identity & Policing in America 28:40 Addiction, Crime & Cycles That Repeat 34:00 Personal Growth, Redemption & Transformation 41:40 Motorcycle Unit Stories & On-the-Street Moments 45:45 Narcotics Work, Youth Education & Evolving Policing 50:00 High-Stakes Cases & Task Force Work 56:00 How Police Can Truly Impact a Community 01:02:00 The “Good Guy vs Bad Guy” Mindset 01:06:00 Gun Violence, Numbness & Public Safety Today 01:13:40 Joining the Federal Task Force: New Challenges 01:21:00 Documentary Work & Changing the Narrative 01:27:00 Retirement, Purpose & Building the Hangtime Movement 01:32:00 Advice for People Re-Entering Society 01:41:30 Final Reflections & Life Wisdom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elliot Resnick grew up in a stable, loving home and lived what many would consider a “normal life.” He worked in journalism, had a deep interest in politics, and reported on major national stories. But everything changed on January 6th, 2021. After attending the Capitol event that day, Elliot followed the crowd inside — a decision that would come back to haunt him nearly two years later. In a shocking turn, federal agents arrested him, and he was charged for his involvement in storming the U.S. Capitol. He was later sentenced to federal prison, facing the reality of losing everything — his freedom, career, and reputation. But his story didn’t end there. While serving time, Elliot became one of the few involved in the January 6th cases to receive a presidential pardon — granted by former President Donald Trump — leading to his early release. #January6 #CapitolRiot #PrisonStory #ExConStory #Prisoner #RealStory #RedemptionJourney #FirstHandAccount Connect with Elliot Resnick: X: @ResnickElliot Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 The Journalist Who Went to Prison – Introduction 01:21 From News Reporter to Federal Inmate 04:43 Visiting Hours, Family Support & What Prison Teaches You 10:44 Childhood, Upbringing & Early Lessons in Life 17:42 Discovering Politics & Finding a Voice 23:43 15 Years in Journalism – Covering the Stories That Mattered 29:57 Life Before Everything Changed 34:43 January 6th: Why He Went to the Capitol 41:43 Inside the Chaos – Crowd, Police & Personal Motives 49:43 After the Capitol: Regret, Reflection & Reality 55:52 Coming Home & Facing the Fallout 01:00:22 The FBI Knock & Facing Federal Charges 01:08:25 Inside Danbury Federal Prison – First Day to Daily Routine 01:15:46 Faith Behind Bars – The Role of Religion in Survival 01:22:13 Trump’s Pardon & Life After Prison 01:26:00 Lessons on Justice, Freedom & Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drew Snarey has lived a career most people only see in movies — from busting gangs in Michigan to protecting high-profile federal figures. He began as a Michigan police officer before transitioning into detective work focused on gang activity and organized crime. His investigative skills led him to serve on multiple federal task forces, where he helped dismantle violent criminal networks and worked closely with top federal agencies. Eventually, Drew made the leap from state law enforcement to the federal level, joining the United States Secret Service and later working alongside other elite federal agencies. In this episode, Drew opens up about life on the streets as a young cop, taking down dangerous crews, navigating the politics of law enforcement, joining federal operations, and the reality of working inside one of America’s most elite agencies. He also reflects on the emotional toll these careers take and shares advice for anyone considering a path in law enforcement. #GangDetective #MichiganGangs #TrueCrimePodcast #FormerCop #GangLifeExposed #LawEnforcementStories #PoliceInterviews #streetcrimeuk Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: Prizepicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Connect with Drew Snarey: Frontlineathletic.com Instagram @frontline_athletic TikTok  @frontline.athletic YouTube @frontlineathletic Facebook Frontline Athletic X @frontline_ruck Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 From Local Cop to Federal Agent: Drew’s Story Begins 02:00 Law Enforcement Career Overview: Gangs, Feds & the Secret Service 06:00 Childhood, Motivation & Getting on the Force 13:00 What Working Inside a County Jail Really Teaches You 20:00 Joining the Gang Unit & Learning to Think Like a Criminal 27:00 Cracking a Major Organized Crime Case That Changed Everything 36:00 Inside the Process: How Organized Crime Investigations Are Built 47:00 Informants, Fencers & The Hidden Players Behind Gang Operations 55:00 Why So Many Youth Fall into Gangs: Poverty, Identity & Survival 01:03:00 Misconceptions About Gang Members & The Power of Second Chances 01:11:00 Gang Detective War Stories & The Personal Toll on Cops 01:19:00 Jumping to the Feds: Joining the Secret Service & What Shocked Him Most 01:33:00 How Social Media Changed Law Enforcement Perception Forever 01:41:00 Biggest Lessons from 20+ Years in Policing & Federal Work 01:43:00 Final Thoughts, Advice for Future Officers & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Rodriguez went from enforcing prison rules… to running the prison from the inside. After serving in the military, Robert became a correctional officer in Georgia — stepping into what he describes as one of the most corrupt prison systems in America. As a young officer, he quickly got swept into a brutal culture of violence, cover-ups, and unchecked power. He participated in beatings, witnessed extreme abuse, and says officers were rewarded for silence. Promoted to sergeant, Robert was rising through the system — until one tragic night. A fatal drunk driving accident led to a 14-year prison sentence… and everything flipped. The former sergeant entered the very world he once controlled — now wearing shackles instead of a badge. Inside, Robert didn’t just survive — he became a high-ranking gang member, involved in smuggling contraband, controlling prison politics, and even having illicit relationships with staff. He eventually helped run operations behind bars. #PrisonStories #TrueCrimePodcast #DirtyCop #CorrectionalOfficer #WentToPrison #LawEnforcementTruth #RedemptionStory #LockedInPodcast Thank you to BLUECHEW & GLD for sponsoring this episode: BlueChew: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. GLD: New customers get 50% Off AND a FREE chain with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ Connect with Robert Rodriguez: TikTok @RoyalRodriguez824 Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 From Guard to Criminal: The Dark Side of Corrections 03:00 Growing Up Rough & Joining the Military 06:00 Why He Joined Corrections After the Streets 10:00 Inside Prison Culture: Violence, Cover-Ups & Lawsuits 17:00 Dirty Officer Tactics & Getting Promoted Anyway 22:00 Corruption Stories They Never Wanted Exposed 29:00 The DUI That Turned a Sergeant Into an Inmate 36:00 Legal Fight, Conviction & Entering Prison as Former Staff 41:00 Fearing for His Life: Protective Custody vs Yard Politics 47:00 How He Gained Respect & Built a Network Inside 53:00 Becoming a High-Ranking Prison Gang Member 01:00:00 Contraband, Paid-Off Guards & Running the System 01:09:00 Sleeping With Staff & Abusing Power Behind Bars 01:16:00 Insane Prison Stories: Survival, Violence & Fear 01:27:00 Losing It All: How Prison Broke His Ego 01:38:00 Life After Prison: Trying to Rebuild & Find Redemption 01:47:00 Final Lessons: What Prison Taught Him About Power Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Genuis grew up in Canada with a passion for music — but he never imagined it would lead him inside some of the darkest places on Earth. After receiving an unexpected invitation to perform inside a prison, everything changed. What started as a single performance turned into a life mission. Today, Eric has performed in over 1,500 prisons worldwide, including maximum-security facilities and both male and female death row units. He believes that music has the power to reach even the most forgotten souls — and his concerts often leave hardened inmates in tears. #DeathRow #PrisonStories #MusicHeals #TrueCrimePodcast #RedemptionStories #EmotionalInterviews #LockedInPodcast #BehindBars Thank you to BLUECHEW for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. Connect with Eric Genuis: TikTok: ericgenuis Instagram: ericgenuis Facebook: Eric Genuis YouTube: @ericgenuis1096 Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Why He Plays Music Behind Bars – A powerful opening story 02:22 Who Is Eric Genuis? Performing in 1,500+ prisons worldwide 05:24 Growing Up in Canada & Discovering Music as a Calling 08:07 His First Prison Concert & The Shocking Reaction 12:28 When Hardened Inmates Broke Down Crying 17:39 Can Music Heal the Broken? Redemption Through Beauty 20:09 Facing Critics: “Why Play for Criminals?” 24:07 The Truth About Death Row Inmates (Not What You Think) 27:01 Prison Staff Reactions & Being Invited Back 30:34 Personal Tragedy & Finding Purpose Again 34:34 Stories of Inmates He’ll Never Forget 41:45 Drugs, Alcohol & The Downward Spiral of Pain 43:21 Wild Prison Moments in Australia 46:17 Inside Women’s Prisons: Unexpected Emotional Encounters 52:55 Death Row for Women: Heartbreak & Humanity 54:54 The Cost of Touring Prisons & How He Funds It 57:34 What 1,500 Prisons Taught Him About Humanity 01:02:04 Final Reflections: Dignity, Hope & Why He Won’t Stop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Dilks served his country in the military before transitioning into law enforcement, joining the police force and later the Sheriff’s Department. As a member of a narcotics task force, he helped take down major operations, making high-stakes busts and battling the drug trade in Florida. But everything changed when he began to suspect that members of his own narcotics team might be crossing lines. His concerns eventually led to him becoming the focus of an FBI and DEA inquiry — a mistaken suspicion that cast a long shadow over the rest of his career. Even though he was never charged, living under that cloud changed everything. After two decades in law enforcement, Michael retired — but instead of staying silent, he turned to social media to finally tell his side of the story. #DopeCop #DEA #FBIInvestigation #TrueCrimeStories #LawEnforcement #PoliceInterview #FloridaStories #CriminalJustice Thank you to BLUECHEW & GLD for sponsoring this episode: BlueChew: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. GLD: New customers get 50% Off AND a FREE chain with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ Connect with Michael Dilks: Instagram: @copvilleog Podcast Instagram: @the_antihero_podcast Website: www.copvilleog.com YouTube:www.youtube.com/@copvilleog Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 From Copville to Chaos – Meet Today’s Guest 01:23 Why He Took His Story to Podcasts & Social Media 03:44 Jersey Roots: Family, Struggles & Early Lessons 07:36 Childhood Trouble & Growing Up on the Edge 15:01 Military Route & The Jump Into Law Enforcement 25:00 First Years as a Florida Cop & Weed War Stories 37:01 Inside the Crack Epidemic & Rising Corruption 44:59 Life Undercover: Lies, Pressure & The Dark Side of Narcs 49:01 Questionable Tactics & When Things Started Feeling Wrong 50:27 Major Busts, High-Risk Raids & Dangerous Moments 54:45 When the Feds Came Knocking – Becoming a Suspect 01:00:00 False Accusations, Paranoia & Surviving a Federal Probe 01:12:04 Social Media Backlash, Department Politics & Enemies Within 01:18:17 Demotion, Internal Affairs & The Slow Career Collapse 01:26:10 The Steroid Scandal, Forced Resignation & The End of the Badge 01:37:40 Life After the Uniform: Family, Identity & Starting Over 01:41:16 Lessons Learned from the Rise, Corruption & Fallout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mario Sanchez grew up in San Francisco, where a tough childhood and the streets shaped his future. After high school, he started committing home invasions that led to a decade-long prison sentence in some of California’s most dangerous maximum-security prisons. Inside, Mario joined the Norteños — one of the most feared prison gangs in the state. #PrisonStories #GangLife #CaliforniaPrisons #Norteño #PrisonInterview #TrueCrimePodcast #RedemptionStory #survivingprison Thank you to BLUECHEW & GLD for sponsoring this episode: BlueChew: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. GLD: New customers get 50% Off AND a FREE chain with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ Connect with Mario Sanchez: Website: www.relentless-mindset.com IG: @theemariosanchez YouTube: The_RelentlessMindset Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 From Home Invasions to Prison Life – Mario’s Story Begins 03:34 Growing Up in San Francisco’s Tough Streets 05:55 Family Trauma, Survival, and a Broken Foundation 11:00 School, Rebellion & Slipping Into the Streets 16:02 Partying, Peer Pressure & Losing Control 20:55 First Robberies: How the Crime Spree Began 29:44 Arrested: The Day Everything Collapsed 36:43 County Jail, Gang Politics & Staying Alive 43:00 Prison Life: Education, Violence & Daily Survival 47:00 California Prison Politics & Gang Structures 01:01:03 Life in The SHU: Extreme Isolation & Mental Battles 01:14:16 Pelican Bay Level 4: The Harshest Prison Reality 01:26:06 Riots, Rivalries & The Prison Code of Survival 01:33:01 Earning Respect: Becoming a Leader on the Yard 01:39:09 The Turning Point: Choosing to Walk Away from the Gang 01:44:41 Life After Prison: Reentry, Reality & Redemption 01:46:35 The Weight of a Criminal Record & Rebuilding from Nothing 01:52:40 From Prison to Purpose: Film, Writing & Helping Youth 01:56:53 Lessons Learned: Advice to Anyone on the Edge 01:58:44 Final Reflections & Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Theresa Ramos started her career at the Bronx District Attorney’s Office before becoming the Director of Gang Intelligence at Rikers Island, one of the most notorious jails in America. In this interview, Theresa breaks down the truth about gangs inside Rikers, how violence really starts, and what the public gets wrong about the facility. She opens up about recruiting informants, managing gang intelligence, and what changes are needed to make Rikers safer — both for staff and inmates. #RikersIsland #PrisonStories #GangIntelligence #TrueCrimePodcast #CorrectionalOfficers #PrisonDocumentary #LockedInPodcast #NewYorkPrisons Connect with Theresa Ramos:Email: theresaramos@vanguardcrimestrategies.com Thank you to BLUECHEW & PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. Prizepicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 The Truth About Rikers Island 02:00 Who Is Teresa? From Bronx DA Office to Gang Intel Director 07:00 Growing Up in the Bronx: Survival, Culture & Grit 10:00 Family Influence, Discipline & Early Struggles 13:00 Rebellious Teen Years & Moving to Puerto Rico 21:00 Failing Forward: College Setbacks & Finding Direction 28:00 Discovering Criminal Justice & Real-World Impact 34:00 Working Homicide Cases & a Shocking Family Secret 45:00 Climbing the Ladder: From Admin to Gang Analyst 47:00 First Major Gang Investigation & Breaking Down Intel Work 54:00 Gang Structures, Violence Trends & NYC’s Street War Data 01:03:00 How Gangs Operate in New York: Codes, Power & Rank 01:12:00 Inside Rikers: Corruption, Chaos & Survival Tactics 01:17:00 Recruiting Informants: Strategy vs. Loyalty 01:23:00 Recidivism, Violence & Why the Cycle Continues 01:26:00 Dropping the Flag: When Gang Members Want Out 01:30:00 Can Rikers Be Fixed? Misconceptions vs. Reality 01:33:00 Criminal Justice, Society & What Needs to Change 01:37:00 Final Reflections & What Teresa Learned From It All Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bo Joseph opens up about how his gambling addiction spiraled from high-school dropout to owing loan sharks hundreds of thousands of dollars. After his dad left, Bo stepped up to help support his family — but one bad decision led to another. What started as winning small bets quickly turned into an uncontrollable addiction that pushed him into crime, debt, and danger. #GamblingAddiction #DebtStory #LoanSharks #RedemptionStory #TrueCrimePodcast #AddictionRecovery #FinancialDownfall #lockedinpodcast Connect with Bo Joseph: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bojosephauthor?igsh=MW0yamZpYjM5ejl4eg== Buy his book: https://a.co/d/clvhr2a Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Bo Joseph’s Story — From Crime to Redemption 00:45 How a Teenage Dropout Became the Family Provider 02:45 Growing Up Fast: Family Pressure & Life Lessons 06:15 When Dad Walked Out: The Moment Everything Changed 10:52 Becoming a Father at 18 & Trying to Stay Afloat 19:30 First Crimes: Robbery, Shoplifting & Survival Instincts 28:40 Gambling Addiction Begins — The Highs and Lows 38:57 Hustling to Survive: Scams, Schemes & Fast Money 01:02:25 Business Wins, Fraud Losses & Second Chances Gone Wrong 01:13:45 Living Under Fake Names & Dodging the Law 01:21:22 Drowning in Debt: The Cost of Gambling & Lies 01:33:10 Owing the Mafia Hundreds of Thousands — The Breaking Point 01:42:20 Loan Sharks, Violence & Near-Death Moments 01:54:18 The Final Confrontation That Changed Everything 02:05:30 Bo’s New Life: Recovery, Family & Redemption 02:12:40 Lessons from Rock Bottom & Finding Peace Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Victor Woods opens up about his journey from a promising young man with dreams of becoming a lawyer to a U.S. soldier battling a $900-a-day drug habit that nearly took his life. Raised by a single mother and facing periods of homelessness, Victor found discipline and direction in the military — but the trauma of deployment and the chaos of life after service sent him down a dangerous path. In this interview, Victor shares what he witnessed during his time in Afghanistan, how addiction took control, and the near-fatal car crash that became his turning point. Today, he’s a devoted husband, father, and firefighter — living proof that redemption is always possible. #USArmy #AddictionRecovery #DrugAddictionStory #VeteranLife #RedemptionStory #MotivationalPodcast #SurvivingAddiction #LockedInPodcast Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Grab your Locked In Merch Here: https://shop.ianbick.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Victor’s Journey from the Military to Addiction02:32 – Moving to Danbury & Launching a Podcast04:34 – Growing Up in Brooklyn11:12 – Street Fights and Early Struggles18:16 – Getting Kicked Out & Living on the Streets23:45 – Choosing the Army Over College31:36 – Boot Camp Reality: First Days in the Military44:53 – Deployment to Afghanistan52:18 – Arrested Overseas: The Guardian Angel Program Story01:04:59 – Coming Home & Struggling with Civilian Life01:12:21 – Falling Into Opioid Addiction01:18:53 – Hitting Rock Bottom01:27:27 – Legal Trouble, Recovery, and Probation01:32:31 – Redemption, Purpose, and Life After Addiction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Becky Calderon seemed to have the perfect life — adopted into a loving family, building a stable career, and working as a respected court reporter in California. But after being diagnosed with cancer, everything started to fall apart. What began as financial struggle and desperation turned into a life-altering mistake: stealing over $400,000 from her employer. #PrisonStories #TrueCrimeInterviews #JusticeSystem #CourtReporter #RedemptionStory #BehindBars #LockedInPodcast #RealLifeStories Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: Prizepicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Connect with Becky Calderon: Instagram: @pelipostapp TikTok: @pelipost (TikTok) Facebook: @pelipost X: @pelipostapp Website: https://www.pelipost.com/ PROMO CODE: Try out the Pelipost app and send your first order FREE with the code IANBICK. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction & Becky’s Breaking Point 00:51 – How a Court Reporter Ended Up Behind Bars 01:51 – Prison Life & Holding a Family Together From Inside 03:18 – The Photo App That Changed Her Life After Prison 06:46 – Building a Business With Purpose & Second Chances 09:28 – How Becky Sends Hope Into Correctional Facilities 10:47 – Adopted Into a Good Home & Early Childhood Memories 14:11 – Family Secrets & Finding Her Biological Parents 17:34 – Growing Up With High Expectations & Hidden Pain 21:11 – Pressure, Trauma & The Need to Be Perfect 23:54 – Facing Abuse & The Long-Term Emotional Damage 25:08 – Dreams, Coping & Fighting Through Adversity 29:19 – Career Beginnings & Becoming a Court Reporter 32:59 – Inside the Courtroom: Triumphs and Challenges 35:40 – Cancer Diagnosis & The Fight That Changed Everything 43:02 – Loss, Resilience & Life After Illness 45:01 – Crossing the Line: Stealing $400K From Her Employer 49:26 – Addiction, Gambling & The Breaking Point 53:53 – The Moment Everything Collapsed: Arrest and Shame 56:28 – Facing Prison Time & The Fallout With Family 01:00:27 – Sentencing Day & Preparing for Prison 01:03:04 – Detox, Jail Intake & First Shock of Incarceration 01:10:40 – Learning to Survive in a California Max-Security Prison 01:14:41 – A Mother’s Love: Staying Connected From Prison 01:16:04 – Eye-Opening Moments From Life Behind Bars 01:19:01 – Finding Purpose & Unexpected Hope in Prison 01:21:01 – Rehabilitation Programs & Breaking the Cycle 01:22:40 – Health Struggles & Spiritual Awakening Inside 01:25:03 – Staying Sober & Rebuilding After Release 01:29:32 – Unforgettable Prison Stories That Changed Her Perspective 01:31:01 – Compassion, Forgiveness & Helping Others 01:33:00 – Relapse, Recovery & The Journey to Healing 01:35:43 – Self-Discovery & Turning Pain Into Purpose 01:37:14 – What I’d Tell My Younger Self After Everything 01:39:42 – Final Reflections & Finding True Freedom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ramirez Grable grew up in Georgia with a father who worked as a correctional officer — but despite that, the streets pulled him in early. After his parents divorced when he was just 16, Ramirez’s life started to spiral. By 15, he was already locked up in juvenile detention for breaking and entering. What began as small crimes quickly escalated into drug dealing, gun charges, and ultimately, a long stretch in federal prison. #PrisonStories #StreetLife #GeorgiaPrison #TrueCrimeInterviews #GangCulture #RedemptionStory #LockedInPodcast #SurvivingPrison Connect with Ramirez Grable: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0CChNdz080eXxA665gTHbw Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: From Georgia Streets to Federal Prison 00:41 – Growing Up in Georgia: Family, Struggles & Early Influences 05:37 – Finding Escape Through YouTube & Music 12:12 – Childhood Challenges: Bullying, Rebellion & Fitting In 19:47 – First Arrest: Juvenile Detention & Criminal Beginnings 30:53 – Escalation: Drugs, Burglaries & County Jail Chaos 38:39 – Parole Violations & The Infamous MySpace Arrest 47:52 – Inside Prison: Gangs, Politics & Surviving the System 54:26 – Federal Prison Reflections: The Moment Everything Changed 01:00:29 – Freedom, Legit Business & Falling Back Into the Streets 01:08:56 – Probation, Relapse & the Confidential Informant Drug Bust 01:17:51 – Learning the Game: Check Fraud & Street Scams 01:27:00 – Running the Operation: Printing Checks & Cashing Big 01:36:01 – Mistakes, Arrests & Beating the Charges 01:42:03 – Redemption: Building a New Life Through Content Creation 01:50:30 – Scamming the Rapper, Regret & Moving Forward 01:51:01 – Final Reflections: Manifestation, Mindset & Second Chances Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Randy Allen spent over two decades working inside New York’s prison system — 22 years as a correctional officer before being promoted to sergeant. In this interview, Randy reveals what really goes on behind prison walls: the investigations into drugs, weapons, and contraband, the violence between inmates, and the pressure that comes with wearing the badge on the inside. #PrisonStories #CorrectionsOfficer #NewYorkPrison #LawEnforcement #TrueCrimeInterviews #BehindBars #PolicePodcast #criminaljustice Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: Prizepicks: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Connect with Randy Allen: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EDHk6bq6A/?mibextid=wwXIfr Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Meet Sgt. Randy Allen & His 22 Years in New York Prisons 05:12 – Childhood, Family Values & The Road to Public Service 10:10 – Military Ambitions & Lessons in Discipline 17:41 – Starting in Corrections: First Day, Training & Culture Shock 23:20 – Inside Maximum Security: Inmate Behavior & Survival Dynamics 29:13 – Working Across Multiple Facilities in New York 35:21 – The Reality of Officer Life: Stress, Safety & System Struggles 41:20 – Gangs, Riots & Maintaining Control Behind Bars 52:20 – Becoming a Sergeant: Leadership & Hard Decisions 01:01:00 – Investigations: Drugs, Weapons & Prison Informants 01:14:20 – How Contraband Moves: Smuggling, Busts & Hidden Operations 01:25:00 – Retiring After Two Decades: Mental Toll & Reflections 01:31:10 – The Future of Corrections: Reform, The HALT Bill & Change Needed 01:39:00 – Life After Corrections: Black Ops Security & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices