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Bloody Angola: A Podcast by Jim Chapman

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279 episodes
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English
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Date created
2022/07/11
Latest episode
2026/02/03
Average duration
51 min.
Release period
7 days

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Bloody Angola features the complete history of Louisiana's most notorious prison. Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola and beyond.

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50 Shades of Evil: Florida
2026/02/03
Wayne C. Doty, is a Florida death row inmate whose life of violence spans two brutal murders and a shocking request for execution by electric chair—the only prisoner in the state to make that choice.    Serving a life sentence for the 1996 fatal shooting of night watchman Harvey Horne II during a drug-fueled robbery at a Plant City manufacturing plant,  Doty escalated his crimes in 2011 by stabbing and strangling fellow inmate Xavier Rodriguez to death alongside accomplice William E. Wells. Pleading guilty without remorse, Doty openly stated he’d kill again if given the chance, leading to a death sentence. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”. Chapters 06:30 The Early Years of Wayne Doty 09:51 The Murder of Harvey Horne 14:17 Life in Florida State Prison 18:09 The Fatal Encounter with Xavier Rodriguez 26:25 Trial and the Death Penalty 29:53 Doty's Controversial Execution Choice Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
50 Shades of Evil: Florida (AD Free)
2026/02/02
Wayne C. Doty, is a Florida death row inmate whose life of violence spans two brutal murders and a shocking request for execution by electric chair—the only prisoner in the state to make that choice.    Serving a life sentence for the 1996 fatal shooting of night watchman Harvey Horne II during a drug-fueled robbery at a Plant City manufacturing plant,  Doty escalated his crimes in 2011 by stabbing and strangling fellow inmate Xavier Rodriguez to death alongside accomplice William E. Wells. Pleading guilty without remorse, Doty openly stated he’d kill again if given the chance, leading to a death sentence. “50 Shades of Evil” is a podcast series brought to you by “Bloody Angola Podcast”.
50 Shades of Evil: Texas
2026/01/27
Texas Death Row inmate Billy Joel Tracy was sentenced to (2) life sentences for the attempted murder of a 16 year old Texas teen. Billy’s evil life behind bars was even worse. His reign of terror would result in 27 separate altercations with correctional officers culmination in a death sentence in 2017 for the murder of a correctional officer while incarcerated. Billy Joel Tracy is widely considered the most dangerous inmate in the state of Texas and as part of a brand new series titled “50 Shades of Evil”, Jim Chapman and Bloody Angola Podcast are bringing you all the details. Chapters 05:00 Billy's Troubled Childhood 10:07 The Assault on Kasey Kuhn 16:02 Life Sentences and Prison Violence 17:18 The Attack on Correctional Officer Katie Stanley 20:42 Another Attack on a Correctional Officer 26:23 The Murder of Correctional Officer Timothy Davidson 32:54 Life on Death Row 44:33 The Vey Definition of a Narcissist  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
50 Shades of Evil: Texas (AD Free)
2026/01/26
Texas Death Row inmate Billy Joel Tracy was sentenced to (2) life sentences for the attempted murder of a 16 year old Texas teen. Billy’s evil life behind bars was even worse. His reign of terror would result in 27 separate altercations with correctional officers culmination in a death sentence in 2017 for the murder of a correctional officer while incarcerated. Billy Joel Tracy is widely considered the most dangerous inmate in the state of Texas and as part of a brand new series titled “50 Shades of Evil”, Jim Chapman and Bloody Angola Podcast are bringing you all the details.
Buried Alive: The Incarceration of Tiffany Cole
2026/01/20
In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim dives deep into the story of Tiffany Cole, the Florida convict behind one of the most gruesome crimes in recent history. From her role in the 2005 kidnapping of retirees Carol and Reggie Sumner, to the nightmarish details of their burial alive in a remote Georgia grave, Jim unpacks the greed-fueled plot that led to her conviction and the new law in Florida that enabled her to escape Death Row. Chapters 02:29 The Early Life of Tiffany Cole  09:43 Life with Violence 15:47 A Dark Turn 20:37 The Disappearance of the Sumners 23:13 The Investigation Ramps Up 31:47 The Arrests Are Imminent 36:20 Michael Jackson's Interrogation  01:24:16 The Weight of Evidence Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
Part 2 | Terrible Tommy: The life & Crimes of Thomas Silverstein
2026/01/13
Jim completes his look into what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein.  Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado.  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
Part 2 | Terrible Tommy (AD Free)
2026/01/12
Jim completes his look into what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein. Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado.
Terrible Tommy: The life & Crimes of Thomas Silverstein
2026/01/06
In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim explores what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein.  Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado.  Chapters 03:29 The early life of Thomas Silverstein. 07:18 First incarceration. 11:37 Rise of the Aryan Brotherhood. 13:36 The first murder and its consequences. 14:36 Transfer to Marion and a new beginning. 21:21 The killing of Officer Clutts. 22:25 Life means life. 26:08 Transfer to ADX Florence. 29:25 Silverstein's lawsuit. Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
Terrible Tommy: The life & Crimes of Thomas Silverstein (AD Free)
2026/01/05
In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast”, Jim explores what many consider the most dangerous inmate ever incarcerated in the United States prison system, Thomas “Terrible Tommy” Silverstein. Labeled a brutal killer and Aryan Brotherhood leader, Silverstein spent the last 36 years of his life in solitary confinement—the longest such stint in federal Bureau of Prisons history—under “no human contact” conditions at facilities like USP Marion and ADX Florence in Colorado.
AD Free: Sovereign Citizens (Updated Release)
2025/12/31
Updated with newly discovered information In the pre-dawn hours of August 16, 2012, a quiet trailer park in LaPlace, Louisiana, erupted into chaos as a group tied to the anti-government sovereign citizens movement ambushed St. John the Baptist Parish deputies. What began as a shooting in a refinery parking lot quickly escalated into a deadly firefight, claiming the lives of Deputies Brandon Nielsen and Jeremy Triche, while wounding two others. In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim dives deep into this case: the ideology fueling the sovereign citizens group led by Terry Smith, the roles of primary shooters Brian Smith and Kyle Joekel, and the arsenal recovered from the scene. We’ll explore the arrests of seven suspects, the emotional trials that followed—including Joekel’s 2020 conviction and death sentence—and the lingering questions around Brian Smith’s mental competency, which has prevented his trial to this day.
(Updated Release) Sovereign Citizens | Bloody Angola Podcast
2025/12/29
Updated with new information In the pre-dawn hours of August 16, 2012, a quiet trailer park in LaPlace, Louisiana, erupted into chaos as a group tied to the anti-government sovereign citizens movement ambushed St. John the Baptist Parish deputies. What began as a shooting in a refinery parking lot quickly escalated into a deadly firefight, claiming the lives of Deputies Brandon Nielsen and Jeremy Triche, while wounding two others. In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim dives deep into this case: the ideology fueling the sovereign citizens group led by Terry Smith, the roles of primary shooters Brian  Smith and Kyle  Joekel, and the arsenal recovered from the scene. We’ll explore the arrests of seven suspects, the emotional trials that followed—including Joekel’s 2020 conviction and death sentence—and the lingering questions around Brian Smith’s mental competency, which has prevented his trial to this day. Chapters 05:55 A Town's Heritage: Laplace, Louisiana 07:29 The Incident Unfolds: Valero Refinery Shooting 11:59 Innocent: Tanisha Bright's Story 19:15 The Shootout: Chaos at the Trailer Park 29:16 The Aftermath: Investigating the Attack 31:17 Sovereign Citizens: The Ideology 33:32 A Family's Past: The Smiths' Background 39:29 The Escape Plan: Terry Smith’s Scheme 42:18 The Perpetrators: Who They Were 45:55 The Second Shooter: Kyle Joekel Background 49:26 The Co-Conspirators: A Deeper Look 54:53 Testimonies: Voices from the Scene 1:04:15 The Sentences: Justice Served? 1:19:07 Honoring the Fallen: Remembering the Heroes
Father-Daughter Dance | Bloody Angola Podcast
2025/12/09
 Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola recently hosted its first-ever father-daughter dance in partnership with the nonprofit organization God Behind Bars. The event allowed incarcerated fathers to reunite with their daughters, some after years of separation, for an emotional and special bonding experience. Chapters 01:39 APositive Story 02:44 The Dance at Angola Prison 06:11 The Importance of Father-Daughter Bonds 09:50 Preparing for the Event 11:09 Anticipation and Excitement 14:15 Moments of Reflection 16:06 The Impact of Absence 18:01 Emotional Reunion 19:16 Brotherhood  Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
What Thanksgiving Is Like In Prison
2025/11/28
Jim Chapman brings you inside several stories from convicts themselves who spent Thanksgiving in prison. Chapters 01:40 Thanksgiving in Prison 02:19 First Thanksgiving Stories 07:46 Pandemic Challenges 09:55 Food and Family Memories 14:16 Perspectives on Thanksgiving 23:44 Emotions and Reflections 28:57 Connection and Solidarity Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast
The Swede | Bloody Angola Podcast
2025/11/17
Jim Chapman recounts the story of Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola inmate Doulas “The Swede” Dennis who killed two people while he was incarcerated and then escaped LSP at Angola and remained on the lam for 10 years before being captured. #bloodyangolapodcast #lilboosie #douglasdennis  #louisiana #prison #podcast  Chapters 01:39 Douglas Dennis Early Life 07:40 The Life of Crime Begins 13:51 The Swede’s Arrival at Bloody Angola 18:20 Life Inside the Wire 22:25 A Turnaround in Prison  25:19  A 10 Year Escape 29:46 Return to Angola 30:56 The End of the Swede Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508
The Prison Life of Boosie Badazz | Bloody Angola Podcast
2025/11/10
Torrance Hatch Jr. AKA Lil Boosie and later Boosie Badazz was incarcerated in Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola for  4 years prior to his release in 2014. In this episode of “Bloody Angola Podcast” Jim Chapman details Boosie’s upbringing in a rough neighborhood in Baton Rouge, his rise to fame and his sharp drop when he was sentenced to time inside “Bloody Angola”  #bloodyangolapodcast #lilboosie #boosiebadazz  #louisiana #prison #podcast  Chapters 01:39 Torrance Hatch Jr. Becomes “Boosie” 10:45 Boosie’s Life in Prison 12:51 Life Inside The Penitentiary For a Star 22:57 Boosie’s Release and Aftermath 27:59 Boosie’s Legal Troubles Return Join Bloody Angola on Patreon for Commercial Free Early Releases and more here: www.patreon.com/bloodyangolapodcast Follow “Unspeakable: a True Crime Podcast by Kelly Jennings via the below link https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unspeakable-a-true-crime-podcast-by-kelly-jennings/id1651928508 Follow “Crime Wire Weekly” on it’s new channel HERE: Apple Podcasts    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crime-wire-weekly/id1815864889 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3zyrgjtW6gLUVbicJaYXV9?si=0dbf4983938344a2 Amazon Music  https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/3738411d-828e-4138-9976-223ab5de2c87/the-crime-wire-weekly

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4.8 out of 5
689 reviews
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SuzanneC77 2025/09/26
Sept 8th Podcast
Jim, I want to first say that I love you, I love your show, and I have been a fan since day one! While listening to the September 8th episode, I was i...
★★★★★
ash_nobody 2025/05/15
No more Butler Park
Not sure if you'll see this, I'm not on social media, but Angola just tore down historical Butler Park.
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The LP in Texas 2025/03/30
Love BA
I love the Angola stories having grown up hearing them from family and friends who worked there! Jim is an amazing storyteller and I love it even more...
★★★★★
Taylor A. Mason 2025/03/24
Excellent Podcast
Came for George Thomas’s side of the story, stayed for history of Angola. One of the best podcast I’ve found in a while.
★★★★★
Heidi DoIt 2025/03/06
Bloody Angola 😍
The only negative comment I can make about this show is how sad I am that I just found it! So good! Thanks guys!
★★★★★
Wdleggett 2025/02/13
Great podcast
Listening for the second time from the beginning. Great show!
★★★★★
KK Phillips-Temple 2025/01/16
Great podcast!
Excellent story-telling by two down-home local boys. Being a lifelong Louisiana native, I am surprised I did not already know all of this history. I’v...
★★★★★
LadyRajin 2025/01/09
All love
The show is great and very informative which I love. I’m a north Louisiana native that has worked in DOC and was wrongfully terminated by DOC(didn’t b...
★★★★★
#1 Saints fan!!! 2025/01/08
Great podcast!
Best podcast I’ve ever listened to!
★★★★★
Ceanne 11 2024/11/14
Bloody Angola: Brotherhood…….
Jim you are a great podcaster. Love listening to how you tell the story. Excellent. C P
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