Bloody Angola Podcast by Woody Overton & Jim Chapman

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  • 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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Episodes
  • Cold Blooded Killer: Felix Vail
    Nov 21 2024
    In this episode of Bloody Angola, Jim explores the life of Serial Killer Felix Vail, a figure linked to the oldest cold case in history where the killer was sentenced to prison Jim delves into Vail's tumultuous upbringing and unpack details surrounding his wife Mary’s tragic demise, as well as the mysterious disappearances of (2) subsequent partners.

    #bloodyangola #podcast #prison #felixvail #louisiana #louisianastatepenitentiary

    Timestamps
    02:46 Early Life and Marriage
    07:52 The Mysterious Disappearance of Mary
    12:32 Investigation and Arrest 13:56 Life in California
    15:59 New Relationships and Confessions
    18:15 The Impact of Bill's Revelation
    27:18 Marriages and Escalating Violence
    31:17 Annette Craver: A New Victim
    39:50 Patterns of Disappearance
    45:47 Arrest and New Developments

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    49 mins
  • The Brotherhood And The Murder Of Genore Guillory
    Nov 14 2024
    In this episode of “Bloody Angola,” Jim Chapman discusses the tragic case of Genore Guillory, who was murdered in 2000 in Clinton, Louisiana. As the investigation unfolds chilling circumstances surrounding her murder over a conflict involving a goat and a life insurance policy are revealed, setting the stage for the incarceration in Bloody Angola of several suspects involved in her death.

    #genoreguillory #louisianastatepenitentiary #angola #podcast #prison #crime #criminal #truecrime

    Timestamps
    04:26 The Gruesome Discovery
    09:36 Unraveling Genore’s Life
    13:24 The Stalking Police Officer
    19:20 The Shady Donnie Fisher
    23:33 The Arrest of the Skippers
    24:53 The Pursuit of John Beiaillo
    25:47 The Mastermind Johnny Hoyt
    33:22 Shocking Revelations in Jail
    36:11 A New District Attorney

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    41 mins
  • The Penitentiary Past: The Birth of Louisiana’s Most Brutal Prison
    Nov 8 2024
    In this episode of "Bloody Angola," Jim Chapman explores the intricate history of the Louisiana State Penitentiary, tracing its history during its time as a Louisiana plantation. Jim discusses the early land grants and key figures like Francis Routh and Isaac Franklin, whose actions laid the groundwork for Angola Prison’s grim legacy. Jim highlights the transformation of the property, detailing the consequences of harsh management practices post-Civil War and the suffering of inmates under a brutal labor system. As he the penitentiary's development through the 20th century, Jim addresses themes of exploitation, reform efforts, and the ongoing struggles of the brutal prison in its early years.

    #louisiana #prison #Angola #bloodyangola #podcast #incarceration

    Chapters
    04:34 The Origins of Angola Plantation
    13:06 The Acklan Family Legacy
    20:10 Civil War Challenges
    23:58 Samuel James and Prison Management
    31:42 The State Takes Over
    38:27 Prison Conditions in the 1930s
    41:09 Reform and Decline in the 1950s

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    45 mins

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amazing

appreciate this episode. love differwnt view points and covers all the nitty gritty details.Love the humor and of course easy listening!

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My first podcast!

I’m glad I chose this as the first podcast I’ve ever listened to. The history is great, the storytelling and rapport between the hosts and their guests is even better! Give this some a listen. It’s worth your time.

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very interesting

I visited Angola in 2024 and had very conflicting feelings about the experience. Listening to this podcast has helped me to balance my empathy for the inmates with the reality of why they are there. Excellent podcast.

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great show.

loved the show. great story telling. both host style of story telling complements the other

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this is going to be great can't wait to hear all

great episode can't wait to hear the rest! love it. the history us interesting

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