Locked In with Ian Bick

Embark on a captivating journey as we explore the life of a former gang member, from growing up in vibrant New Orleans to navigating the complexities of street gang life and experiencing the repercussions of gang-related charges. Through candid reflections on prison experiences and the consequences of seeking approval, discover a story of resilience and personal growth. Join us as we delve into the transformative journey from a life of violence to finding joy and redemption, leaving behind a legacy of strength and perseverance. Try Magic Mind: https://www.magicmind.com/lockedin And get up to 56% off your subscription for the next 10 days with my code: LOCKEDIN Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Ander Pellerano: https://www.instagram.com/andyrebirth/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:11 - Growing up around Family and Influences 00:12:39 - Journey into Gang Life 00:18:59 - Life in the Gang 00:25:11 - Joining the Latin Kings 00:31:09 - Street Gang Structure and Conflict 00:37:11 - Charges and Prison Experience 00:43:19 - The consequences of trying to impress others 00:49:25 - A Life Changed by Grace 00:55:35 - Finding Joy in Prison 01:01:35 - Resistance in Prison 01:07:50 - The Approval of Man 01:14:09 - A Life of Redemption 01:20:22 - Praising God for Closed Doors and Unanswered Prayers 01:32:48 - Rehabilitation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Delve into Jennifer Gomez's fascinating journey from ordinary life to sophisticated cat burglar, breaking into nearly 200 homes and accumulating over $7 million. Uncover her ingenious tricks, eventual capture, and the unique challenges of giving birth while serving a 10-year prison sentence. Big thanks to FACTOR for sponsoring this episode. Go to FACTORMEALS.com/lockedin50 and use code lockedin50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next box while your subscription is active! Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Jennifer Gomez: https://www.tiktok.com/@jenjen.gomez?lang=en https://youtube.com/@jenjengomez?si=IhbuztL0XtvCwVN1 Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:43 - Growing up Different 00:15:28 - Meeting the Russian 00:22:40 - Becoming a Cat Burglar 00:30:52 - The Decision to Rob Houses 00:38:26 - Breaking into Houses and the Escape Plan 00:45:35 - Escaping the House Alarm 00:53:05 - Caught in the Act 01:00:36 - The Burglary and Escape 01:08:51 - The Neighborhood Burglaries 01:16:28 - Life after prison and nonchalant conversations 01:23:53 - The Business of Selling Pen Pals in Prison 01:31:15 - The Complexity of Relationships 01:39:04 - Being a Single Mom in Prison 01:54:41 - Life after Prison 02:02:57 - Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Comedian and Podcaster Brittany Schmitt bares all in a candid episode where she recounts her tumultuous journey through childhood trauma and struggles with alcoholism, leading to a stint in jail. Tune in as she shares how hitting rock bottom became the catalyst for her sobriety journey and the unexpected discovery of comedy as her saving grace Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Brittany Schmitt: https://www.instagram.com/brittanyschmitt/?hl=en Listen to her podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4Ln6UubIl21ODdERI1E3TA Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:34 - Growing Up in Big Bend, Wisconsin and Oxford, Wisconsin 00:07:18 - Challenging Relationship with a Borderline Personality Disorder 00:11:08 - Difficult Family Life 00:14:48 - The Struggles with My Mother 00:18:42 - Relief After a Tragic Loss 00:22:14 - Following the Universe's Guidance 00:25:32 - The Toughness of Being a Woman in Comedy 00:29:33 - Comedy and Corporate America Stories 00:33:22 - Getting a DUI in Arizona 00:36:58 - Going to Jail 00:40:28 - Life in Jail 00:43:58 - Discovering Comedy 00:49:33 - Being Sober in the Entertainment Industry 00:54:55 - The Impact of Online Harassment 00:58:31 - Building a Following Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Louis Essig shares his journey of hitting rock bottom, spending time in jail and how life came full circle for him as he ended up as an officer at the same jail he was incarcerated in. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Louis Essig: Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getagrippodcast614 YT : https://youtube.com/@GetaGripPodcast614 Instagram : @louisessig Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/louis.essig?mibextid=ZbWKwL Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:42 - Growing Up in a Small Town 00:11:54 - Unprecedented Experiences at Grand View Schools, the Beginning of using 00:18:13 - College 00:24:17 - Overcoming Background and Stereotypes 00:30:03 - Feeling like I didn't belong at college 00:35:57 - Life as a Dealer 00:42:08 - My Experience in Jail 00:48:16 - The Ham Sandwich incident 00:54:12 - Homelessness 01:00:18 - The Breaking Point 01:06:24 - The Cycle of Jail Sentences 01:12:12 - The Hustler Mentality 01:18:13 - Working at the Minimum Security Prison 01:24:31 - Respect from the Inmates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Darren Prince is a celebrated entrepreneur, author, and advocate for addiction recovery, known for his transformative journey from the heights of success to the depths of addiction and back. With a client roster boasting names like Magic Johnson, Hulk Hogan, and Dennis Rodman, Darren rose to prominence as a sports and celebrity agent, orchestrating groundbreaking deals and cementing his reputation as a powerhouse in the industry. Yet, behind the glitz and glamour, Darren battled his own demons, struggling with addiction that threatened to consume him. His gripping memoir, "Aiming High: How a Prominent Sports and Celebrity Agent Hit Bottom at the Top," offers an intimate look into his harrowing journey toward redemption and sobriety. Today, Darren Prince serves as an inspiration to millions, using his platform to advocate for addiction recovery and empower others to overcome adversity. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Darren Prince: https://www.instagram.com/agent_dp/?hl=en https://www.princemarketinggroup.com › about-us Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:30 - The Opportunity for Rejuvenation and Self-reflection 00:08:53 - Impacting Generations with Addiction Recovery 00:13:26 - Owning Your Mistakes and Embarrassing Moments 00:22:08 - Relationship building as a superpower 00:26:40 - From Baseball Cards to Entrepreneurship 00:31:06 - Lessons Learned from Past Mistakes 00:35:38 - The FBI Investigation and Charges 00:39:49 - Life is about who you know 00:44:11 - Connection and Relationships in the Entertainment Business 00:48:32 - A Chance Encounter with Magic Johnson 00:53:01 - Learning from Past Mistakes 00:57:36 - Rock Bottom and Rebuilding 01:02:07 - The Ultimate Comeback Story 01:06:28 - The Keys to Recovery and Spiritual Transformation 01:11:05 - Interactive Podcasting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A failed smuggling operation in a foreign country lands Oscar Castro in a Max Security Ecuadorian Prison for 7 years. In this episode we hear an inside look on what life in prison is like in a foreign country, his fail escape attempts & how he was ultimately able to survive. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?h... https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Oscar Castro: https://youtube.com/@GLOBALOCKDOWN?si... https://www.tiktok.com/@globalockdown... Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:13 - From Hustling to Dealing 00:08:58 - Kidnapped in Ecuador 00:13:30 - Party Inside the Jail 00:17:50 - Desperate Call to Mom 00:22:19 - Conditions in the Ecuadorian Jail 00:26:28 - corruption 00:30:51 - Transfer to the max 00:35:20 - Attempted Escape from Prison 00:39:23 - Life inside 00:43:41 - Making Liquor 00:47:51 - Difficult Choices 00:52:20 - The Power and Presence of the Life of Crime 00:56:31 - The Adrenaline Rush 01:00:44 - Overcoming Adversity and Building Success 01:04:46 - A Crazy Story and Meeting My Wife Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Nathan Simpson shares how he got started in the drug game, his experience in lock up, the entertaining stories from the life and the lessons he learned along the way. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Nathan Simpson: https://www.instagram.com/natetherealist_?igsh=bGdpYWJlM3prZmNy Buy his book: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/public-pretender-nathan-simpson/1144825958 Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:43 - The Need for Radical Change 00:11:34 - Corruption and the Power of the Government 00:17:17 - The Psychology Behind Driving Without a License 00:22:48 - Formative Years and Peer Pressure 00:28:19 - Freshman Year Memories 00:33:55 - Memories of Selling 00:39:26 - Getting Arrested and Sent to Juvenile Jail 00:45:00 - A Month in Juvenile Detention 00:50:29 - Making the Biggest Change in My Life 00:55:58 - Basketball, Trouble, and College 01:01:58 - Dealing and Living Dangerously 01:08:07 - The Robbery and Its Aftermath 01:13:54 - Getting Caught and Set Up 01:19:32 - Leaving the Game, Pursuit of Success 01:25:24 - Working for Family and Personal Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connecticut Private Detective Ray Ranno sits down with Ian to give listeners the inside scoop on what it's really like to be a private detective and shares all of the entertaining stories that come with the job. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Ray Ranno: www.ctprivatedetective.com Https://www.tiktok.com/@ctprivatedetective.com Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:19 - Getting Started as a Private Detective 00:08:09 - The Excitement of Being a Private Detective 00:11:56 - Surveillance on a Stake Out 00:15:41 - Proper Conduct for Police Officers 00:19:37 - Discovering a Plot 00:23:27 - Trial Agitations and Fanny Willis Trial Conversation 00:27:17 - Investigating a Workers Comp Claim Fraud 00:31:07 - Surveillance and Funny Moments in the Field 00:34:56 - The Difficulty of Remaining Objective 00:38:55 - Tools of the Trade: Surveillance Techniques 00:42:49 - Running into Clients 00:46:36 - Bug Sweeping in Marital Situations 00:50:26 - Detecting Listening Devices and Cameras 00:54:22 - Needed Changes in the Criminal Justice System 00:58:11 - The Challenges of Budget and Quality Investigations 01:02:01 - Relationship Advice Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ariel Lakata is someone you'd never expect to have endured the cruel reality of the United States Prison System. In this episode we hear how Ariel got into trouble, leading to probation violations that would ultimately lead to prison. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Ariel Lakata: http://arielsinthesky.com https://www.instagram.com/arielsintheskyyy?igsh=YXh5NDBrbG90YXM1 Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:32 - Questioning Conformity and Finding Identity 00:09:13 - The Bubbly Texter 00:13:56 - College Life and Skipping Class 00:18:30 - Undercover Cop Incident 00:23:15 - Traumatizing Experience in Jail 00:27:59 - My Probation and Court Battle 00:32:49 - A Suspicious Court Hearing 00:37:23 - Going to Jail for 20 Months 00:42:03 - The Dreaded Bathroom Break 00:46:37 - Life in a Women's Prison 00:50:50 - Unsanitary conditions during lockdown 00:55:14 - Life in Prison 00:59:59 - Adjusting to Life After Prison 01:04:30 - Forming Friendships in Prison 01:09:07 - Reflections on the Impact of DUI and the Road to Recovery 01:13:54 - Sharing Your Story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Therapist Jill Schlossberg gives us an inside scoop from her time working in the federal prison system including life behind bars for inmates, unique habits, mental health affects, commissary items & conducting room shakedowns. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Jill Schlossberg: https://www.instagram.com/floaton79?igsh=anVxYmtxYWd6NzZh https://floatontherapy.squarespace.com/ Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:28 - Finding a Passion in Helping Women in Prison 00:09:33 - The Importance of Judging Beyond Paperwork and Criminal History 00:13:57 - Cats and Groundhogs at the College Camp Campus 00:18:11 - Working within a Therapeutic Community 00:22:20 - Manipulation for Treatment and Charges 00:26:19 - Broken Prison System and Reintegration 00:30:46 - Experiencing Working in a Jail 00:35:34 - The Impact of Dehumanization in the Prison System 00:39:59 - Ice Maker Incident 00:44:43 - Seeing a Light at the End of the Tunnel 00:49:01 - Overcoming Adversity in Incarceration 00:53:10 - Sopranos and Going to Therapy 00:57:19 - Vulnerability and Safety in Prison 01:01:55 - Creative Prison Cooking 01:05:58 - Words of Encouragement for Inmates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen Prohaska shares the tragic story of the death of his parents in front of his own eye, becoming an orphan and finding success with the odds stacked against him. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Big Steve & join the waitlist for his book: https://www.bigstevebigmoves.com Listen to his podcast: https://www.parental-vision.com Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:16 - From Orphan to Entrepreneur 00:08:18 - Starting in the Nightclub Industry 00:11:56 - Making Money in the Nightclub Business 00:16:01 - A Smooth Transition from Employee to Owner 00:19:54 - Childhood in Cali, Colombia 00:23:44 - Surviving 00:27:40 - Finding Happiness and Overcoming Resentment 00:31:50 - The Beginning of an Entrepreneurial Spirit 00:36:01 - Chasing Dreams and Changing Lives 00:39:57 - Navigating the Entertainment Business 00:43:30 - Transition and Learning 00:47:08 - Making Changes for Growth 00:54:46 - The Importance of Relationships and Believing in Yourself 00:58:53 - Pushing For Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brianna Jaynes is here to share her story of how addiction led her to rock bottom and all the crazy stories that came with it. By the end of the episode we hear how she was able to overcome her struggles and create a new life for herself. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Bri Jaynes: https://www.instagram.com/brijaynes/reels/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:00 - Overcoming Stereotypes and Making a Difference 00:10:13 - The Importance of Communication in Relationships 00:14:48 - The Perfect Storm 00:19:40 - Nursing 00:24:54 - A Mother's Guilt and Growth Through Recovery 00:30:02 - A Journey through Recovery in Florida 00:35:11 - The Worst Six Months of My Life 00:40:15 - Robbing People for Money 00:45:15 - A Series of Unfortunate Events 00:50:05 - Symptoms in Jail 00:55:08 - Family Life 01:00:27 - Support from Family and the Roller Coaster of Emotions 01:05:37 - Overcoming Challenges in Obtaining a Nursing License 01:10:30 - Reflections on Prison Experience 01:15:36 - Embracing personal growth 01:20:46 - Intellectual Conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connecticut resident Rich Laferriere shares his story of how he made millions of dollars using car hauling trucks to smuggle cash and drugs across the country. Listen to Rich’s crazy and movie worthy story unfold in this epic episode of locked in. Big thanks to FACTOR for sponsoring this episode: FACTORMEALS.com/lockedin50 and use code lockedin50 to get 50% off your first box Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Rich Laferriere: Email [email protected] Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:11:35 - Coming of Age and Childhood Influences 00:23:46 - Factor 00:35:03 - Breaking and Entering and Getting Into Trucking 00:46:33 - Making Money 00:58:12 - The Houston Deal 01:09:51 - Escaping a Sketchy Situation 01:21:50 - Smuggling Money 01:33:25 - Using Cars & Trucks 01:45:26 - Hauling Legit Freight 01:57:08 - Meeting Athena: A Dangerous Connection 02:08:51 - Meeting the Old Man in Canada 02:21:29 - Smuggling and Saving Money 02:33:14 - Close Calls and Busted Drivers 02:44:57 - Negotiating with the Government 02:56:38 - Making a Deal with the Government Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Delve into the gripping narrative of Leroy Ebron, a former Rikers Island prison guard who endured 22 years within the depths of solitary confinement. In this episode, Ebron courageously unveils the horrors he witnessed behind the prison walls, shedding light on the psychological toll of isolation, rampant aggression, and systemic neglect. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:47 - Prisoner Saved from Violence 00:09:34 - A Glimpse into Prison Life 00:14:27 - Life in the Jail and Solitary 00:19:13 - Attempted Rescue in the Yard 00:24:25 - Dangers 00:29:04 - Bible Inmate 00:34:09 - Conflict with the Captain at the Clinic 00:38:57 - The Frosted Flakes Incident 00:43:59 - A Genuine Relationship with Inmates 00:48:53 - The Frosted Flake Thief 00:54:10 - The Notorious Bandit 00:59:13 - Life in Prison: Stories and Perspectives 01:04:07 - Attempted Murder in Prison 01:09:34 - Dismissed and Early Retirement in the Criminal Justice System 01:14:35 - Fresh Meat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A former shot caller joins us to delve into his journey from a shootout with the police to serving a prison sentence. He'll provide insights into the inner workings of prison gangs, shedding light on his own transformation into a shot caller and offering a glimpse into the day-to-day operations within this complex underworld Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Frantz Byer: https://www.instagram.com/wassup_bruv_?igsh=MTIweXI0ejZscDRjYg== Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:58 - Growing up in the hood 00:09:30-10 - Getting Arrested at a Young Age 00:14:16 - Life in the streets 00:19:11 - The Influence of Big Homies 00:24:01 - Police Shootout 00:29:01 - The Aftermath of the Accident 00:34:08 - Criminal Charges and Hospital Treatment 00:39:10 - Life in Prison 00:49:23 - Gangs in New York Prisons 00:54:28 - Four Years in the Box 00:59:40 - Becoming a Shot Caller 01:04:49 - Fatherhood 01:09:32 - Rules and Codes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Felipe Santos shares his story of traveling down the path of addiction, having nearly 18 felonies on his record, spending time in county jail, the ins & outs of joining a 1% biker gang & how he was able to turn his life around. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Felipe Santos: https://www.instagram.com/chop_safil?igsh=MWQ0YXg1Znp3Z29zYQ== Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:55 - Growing up in an Urban Neighborhood 00:05:40 - The Beginning of Troubles 00:08:34 - Memories of High School and Private School Experience 00:16:44 - A Hiccup on the Way Back from the Bronx 00:19:44 - Falling into Trouble 00:22:38 - Funny County Jail Story 00:25:25 - Initiating into a Biker Gang, 00:31:08 - Joining a Biker Gang 00:34:02 -Birth of My Son 00:37:01 - The Baby's Health and Future Path 00:40:00 - The Influence of Environment on Career Paths 00:44:30 - Reflections on Past Mistakes 00:47:26 - Getting Clean and Rebuilding Life 00:56:18 - Success and helping others 00:59:08 - Connection and Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nicole Meo shares her tragic story of how being the lone survivor of a horrific car accident that caused the death of her boyfriend and best friend led her down the path of addiction for years including a stint in a psych ward. Listen to this episode to find out how Nicole was able to make it through her heartbreaking times. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Nicole Meo: https://www.instagram.com/nicole_meo_/ Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:09:43 - Growing Up in a Tumultuous Household 00:15:03 - Healing and Closure 00:20:05 - Struggles 00:25:14 - Survivor's Guilt a 00:30:33 - Seeking Alternative Methods for Pain Relief 00:41:01 - Dangers 00:46:15 - The Mind Shift I Needed 00:51:55 - Channelling Passion and Drive 00:56:50 - Sharing Personal Stories of Prison Life 01:01:28 - Bringing Light to Untold Stories 01:06:34 - Connecting with Others and Sharing Stories 01:16:47 - Finding Yourself and Embracing Your Story 01:22:10 - Overcoming Shame and Attracting Like-Minded Individuals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fellow Connecticut resident Jerry Ormond is on the show today to share how a fight landed him in the criminal justice system as a teenager in which he had to learn how to survive youth prisons. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Jerry Ormond: https://www.instagram.com/universalartsfitness?igsh=MWl3dnFsdjZiNGJ4ZQ== Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:05:21 - Childhood 00:10:25 - Growing Up in Different Neighborhoods 00:15:47 - Pressure to Make Money 00:21:03 - A Confrontation in the Cafeteria 00:26:10 - Street Fight 00:31:36 - A Chaotic Encounter 00:36:59 - Life of Parties and Trouble 00:42:11 - Joy Riding Adventures with Friends 00:47:22 - Going to Jail for the First Time 01:02:37 - Handling confrontations 01:12:40 - Standing up for myself in prison 01:17:44 - Lessons Learned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

YouTuber 10 Toes Down is here to share his story of surviving as a lone solider in the streets of Harlem, getting sentenced to 15 to life in prison, joining gang life and how he was ultimately able to turn it all around and create a new life for himself. Big thanks to FACTOR for sponsoring this episode. Go to FACTORMEALS.com/lockedin50 and use code lockedin50 to get 50% off your first box Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with 10 Toes Down: https://www.youtube.com/@10toesdowntv500k Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:58 - Growing Up in a Tough Neighborhood 00:13:02 - Factor Meal Kits 00:19:20 - A Troubled Past 00:25:26 - Betrayal 00:31:31 - The Robbery 00:37:17 - The Jazzmobile and Community Based Initiatives 00:43:03 - Locked Up in Indiana 00:49:10 - The Impact of Criminal Thinking and Behavior 01:02:10 - Dealing with the Consequences 01:08:35 - The Pressure to Stay in Prison 01:14:49 - Holding People Accountable 01:20:52 - Networking and Building Connections 01:27:02 - Teaching Crime is Cool 01:32:45 - The Haunting of Past Actions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Farren, a seasoned private investigator, discusses the thrills, dangers, and outrageous tales that come with the job. From covert operations to heart-pounding encounters, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the hidden side of the justice system. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Connect with Mark Farren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-j-farren-cli-ccdi-cpii-cifi-scla-b484a9159/ Mark Farren would like listeners to consider donating to Last Assault and Ameba: Last Assault is a program in the Dominican Republic, which is an international non-profit which provides life skills training and mentoring to the youth which gives them an alternative to a life on the streets. The program is centered around teaching self discipline through making and obtaining goals, using boxing and MMA as the medium. The money is used for equipment and building a safe space to train and socialize to keep kids from getting involved in gang life and the like. Ameba is a non-profit which helps inmates "behind the wall" in federal institutions who have no outside resources with things such as allowing them to purchase needed supplies, make phone calls and send emails family, and get some legal work done without having to be in debt to another inmate or owe someone a favor. Anyone who wishes to donate can mail a check to: Last Assault/Ameba, c/o Scrooge & Marley Investigating, PO Box 122, Hainesport, New Jersey 08036 or Venmo @ScroogeandMarley and I will get the money over to him. Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:56 - Becoming a Private Investigator 00:10:35 - Starting Scrooge and Marley 00:16:25 - Uncovering Insurance Fraud 00:21:49 - Private Investigator in the Criminal Defense World 00:27:19 - The Importance of Defending Those Accused 00:32:48 - Witness Tampering and the FBI's Leverage 00:38:23 - The Reality of Being a Private Investigator 00:43:57 - A Scary Situation in Camden 00:49:19 - The Loneliness of Criminal Defense Investigators 00:54:41 - Being Treated as Less Than Human in the Industry 01:00:10 - A Man Defending Himself in Court 01:05:56 - A Suspicious Encounter on Market Street 01:11:17 - The Chasing Game with the FBI 01:16:33 - Delayed Medical Response in Prison Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Strap in for a riveting ride as we sit down with Juan Hernandez, recounting his wild ride growing up in Florida and diving headfirst into street life. Join us as Juan spills the details on the trouble he found, the thrilling escapades on the run, and the inevitable showdown that landed him behind bars. It's a rollercoaster of a tale packed with twists, turns, and a powerful message about second chances. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Juan Hernandez: https://www.instagram.com/jhernandez561?igsh=NzU1M2gza2gxODMz Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:01 - Sharing My Story 00:08:32 - Survival 00:12:50 - Breaking the Cycles 00:17:04 - The Hustle 00:25:02 - Lack of Empathy 00:29:07 - The Ignorance of the Past 00:33:28 - Robbery 00:37:56 - The First Arrest 00:42:08 - Robbing the Restaurant 00:46:53 - The Downfall in Miami 00:51:16 - Life on the Run 00:55:36 - A High-Stakes Robbery 00:59:52 - Heading to prison and the intake process 01:04:20 - Life in Prison 01:08:32 - Prison Tales: Tattoos and Unorthodox Practices 01:12:53 - Leaving the Lifestyle 01:16:58 - Discovering my Adoption and Meeting my Biological Family 01:21:41 - Rebuilding Relationships 01:26:20 - Never Give Up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ian Bick sits down with current and active correctional officer Ben Steidle to gain a firsthand perspective on the inner workings of the criminal justice system. From the daily intricacies of their job to their interactions with inmates, our guest provides compelling insights into the challenges and realities of working in corrections. We explore the highs and lows of their career, while also delving into broader issues within the system and discussing potential avenues for reform. Whether you're curious about life behind bars or passionate about justice reform, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into the world of a correctional officer and the quest for a more equitable system. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Ben Steidle: https://www.tiktok.com/@bennettdavis22 Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:08:24 - From Childhood to Becoming a Prison Guard 00:12:52 - Diving into the Correctional Officer Career 00:17:22 - Life as a Correctional Officer 00:21:48 - Life as a Prison Guard 00:26:17 - Daily life as a correctional officer 00:30:32 - Working in a prison facility and the challenges of staffing and mandated overtime 00:34:59 - Ensuring Safety and Providing Support 00:39:33 - Consequences and Accountability 00:44:07 - The Culture of Correctional Settings 00:48:54 - The Cycle of Incarceration and Reentry 00:53:19 - Inmate Technology in Prison 00:57:36 - Communication in Prison 01:01:44 - Use of the SHU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Olivia Riche courageously opens up about her personal journey battling addiction, recounting the challenging lows she encountered, including some captivating and enlightening anecdotes. Olivia will also inspire us with her triumphant story of overcoming adversity, transforming her life, and carving out a brighter future. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Connect with Olivia Riche: https://www.instagram.com/oliviaariche?igsh=MWFvYzZ5bTN0NDMxcQ== Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:34 - Childhood 00:09:09 - Effects 00:13:42 - Partner in Crime with Dad 00:18:28 - Trouble with the Law 00:23:31 - Two Weeks in County Jail 00:28:26 - From Jail to Rehab 00:33:23 - The Chaotic Florida Era 00:38:24 - Path to Recovery 00:43:50 - Overcoming Chaos 00:48:41 - Grateful for the Journey to Recovery 00:53:29 - Overcoming Fear of Judgment and Ostracization 00:57:59 - A Different Kind of Power Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thomas Leaf, a dedicated Connecticut public defender, brings a unique perspective to our discussion on the criminal justice system. In this enlightening and thought-provoking conversation, we'll explore his motivations for choosing the path of a public defender over private practice, gain insight into the realities of his role, and delve into the crucial improvements needed within the criminal justice system and more. It promises to be an eye-opening and insightful discussion with an active public defender. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Big thanks to Find A Great Attorney for sponsoring this episode. If you are injured anywhere in the country, visit https://findagreatattorney.com, a free service that can find you one of the best lawyers in your area. You focus on getting better and they’ll do the rest. Connect with Thomas Leaf: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasleaf Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:40 - My Father's Career Journey 00:09:41 - A Shift in Career Path 00:14:14 - Remembering an Amazing Human Being 00:18:53 - The Burden of Being Accused of a Crime 00:23:21 - The Impact of Incarceration and Finding Redemption 00:28:12 - Humanizing Each Individual 00:32:53 - Evolving as a Human Being 00:37:26 - The Importance of Leaving a Place Better Than How You Found It 00:41:51 - The Legal System in Connecticut 00:45:57 - The Importance of Credibility and Competence in Law 00:50:32 - Conflict of Interests in Legal Representation 00:54:56 - Challenges in the Criminal Justice System 00:59:43 - The Frustrations of Helping Others 01:04:32 - Following My Own Path 01:09:07 - Being a Compassionate Lawyer 01:13:46 - The Vulnerability of Being an Influencer 01:18:43 - Giving a Voice to the Voiceless 01:23:13 - The Rise of Grifters in the Influencer Space 01:27:41 - Incentivizing Behavior and Access to Resources 01:32:16 - Providing for the Underprivileged Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Patrick Durkin shares his firsthand and captivating insights into the experience of being committed as a criminally insane patient in a psychiatric hospital. Get ready for a gripping and enlightening journey into this unique perspective. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Big thanks to FACTOR for sponsoring this episode. Visit https://www.factor75.com/pages/podcast?c=LOCKEDIN50&mealsize=8-1&c_comms=PERCENT&utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=cpm&utm_campaign=podcast50off&utm_content=act_podcast_podcastads&vs_campaign_id=07a8da85-76a7-4540-8dc1-4e6861f6b4c8 and use code lockedin50 to get 50% off your first box. Connect with Patrick Durkin: https://www.tiktok.com/@boston2prct?_t=8j5SlO8HA5O&_r=1 Buy His Book: https://a.co/d/dDvv4YZ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:15 - Escaping the Psychiatric Hospital 00:08:34 - A Dark Turn in Corpus Christi 00:13:22 - A Spiritual Awakening 00:22:31 - The Deterioration Begins 00:27:17 - Delusions 00:36:03 - The Demonic Fun House 00:40:18 - Surrender Moment 00:48:32 - The Impending Doom 00:52:53 - From Prison to Insanity Hospital 00:56:53 - The Start of a Troubling Experience in the Hospital 01:00:54 - Rhino Darts 01:04:51 - Trapped in Hell 01:08:57 - Desperate Measures 01:12:56 - Exposing Cover-Ups and Escaped Mental Patients 01:16:51 - The Journey through the Justice System 01:24:57 - A Life-Changing Experience Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices