The Penitentiary Past: The Birth of Louisiana’s Most Brutal Prison

The Penitentiary Past: The Birth of Louisiana’s Most Brutal Prison

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.

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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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Source Credits
https://www.crt.state.la.us/Assets/OCD/archaeology/discoverarchaeology/virtual-books/PDFs/Angola_Pop.pdf

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adelicia_Acklen

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaac_Franklin



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Shallow Grave: The Crimes of Roy McLaughlin

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.

31 Juli 37min

People Hunter: The Manhunt for Ryan Sharpe Part 2

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. Navy and the State Police to collect “Human” Hunting tags, resulting in the murder of (3) and near murder of a fourth man in the area. Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE:Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly SourcesLouisiana Unfiltered (Hunting Games Episode  1-4)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/louisiana-unfiltered/id1724053486?i=1000665411820The Advocate https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/alleged-east-feliciana-serial-killer-told-authorities-he-killed-three-men-to-fill-hunting-tags/article_2d30c9d4-a0ab-11e8-94fd-c3c6a7c177cf.htmlGun shot victim speaks out after car opens fire on him https://www.wbrz.com/news/gun-shot-victim-speaks-out-after-car-opens-fire-on-him/

24 Juli 43min

People Hunter: The Manhunt for Ryan Sharpe

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 State Police to collect “Human” Hunting tags, resulting in the murder of (3) and near murder of a fourth man in the area.Chapters 02:38 The Murder of Tommy Bass05:12 Buck Hornsby Survives a Shooting12:19 The Murder of Carol Breeden16:01 Ranger Brad 19:03 Capture of Ryan Sharpe 23:55 The Interrogation TapeSourcesLouisiana Unfiltered (Hunting Games Episode  1-4)https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/louisiana-unfiltered/id1724053486?i=1000665411820The Advocate https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/alleged-east-feliciana-serial-killer-told-authorities-he-killed-three-men-to-fill-hunting-tags/article_2d30c9d4-a0ab-11e8-94fd-c3c6a7c177cf.htmlGun shot victim speaks out after car opens fire on himhttps://www.wbrz.com/news/gun-shot-victim-speaks-out-after-car-opens-fire-on-him/Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE:Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

17 Juli 1h 10min

The Posse

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.Chapters01:38 Round up the Posse12:25 A Arrest in Texas13:19 The Hunt for Wilford Lindsly16:01 Tragic Mistakes in the Manhunt17:03 The Motives Behind the Killings21:55 The Final Stand of Wilford Lindsly31:02 The Aftermath of a Bloody EscapeFollow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE:Apple Podcasts  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2Amazon Music https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

11 Juli 33min

Officer Friendly

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.Timestamps07:03 Meet Officer Friendly21:00 The Robbery and Shooting Unfolds 23:43 Escape Convict26:37 Clemency Hearing 42:29 Getting JusticeSource Credits https://www.justice.gov/atr/upcoming-hearings-and-trials https://www.leagle.com/decision/19771056353so2d7031940 https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/la-court-of-appeal/1248703.html https://www.nola.com/news/crime_police/clemency-denied-1975-murder-slidell-police-officer/article_910b0dc4-54e7-11ef-aead-8bb4d718c410.html https://northshoremedia.net/2024/08/07/pardon-request-for-slidell-killer-denied/ https://juryverdicts.net/lajvrblog Newspapers.com https://www.courtlistener.com/opinion/1713566/state-v-lewis/

3 Juli 45min

The Goodyear Slaying

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.Timestamps03:32 The Escape from Jackson Barracks05:15 The Goodyear Robbery Begins08:15 The Silent Alarm Incident09:47 The Hunt for the Killer11:49 Arrest of Larry Donahue13:01 Indictment and Trial14:42 The Evidence Presented17:02 Roy Walters' Testimony30:32 The Defense Arguments35:35 The Sentencing 36:42 Retrial and Justice Source Credits Newspapers.comThe Hammond StarJustia.com

26 Juni 40min

1956

1956

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

20 Juni 15min

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

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.

13 Juni 41min

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