Podcasts about Solitary confinement

Matt Frey spent seven years working as a therapist inside Rikers Island from 2011 to 2018, a job he never imagined taking growing up in the suburbs of New York. In this episode, Matt gives a rare inside look at day-to-day life at Rikers from the inmate perspective, breaking down what really happens in both General Population and Mental Observation housing. He shares firsthand experiences with extreme violence, inmate suicides, unprovoked attacks on staff, and the psychological toll of working inside one of America's most notorious jail systems. Matt also explains how inmates sometimes manipulate mental health services for protection or legal advantage, what it's like hearing confessions protected by confidentiality, and the surreal reality of assessing people just hours after seeing their alleged crimes on the news. Now running his own psychotherapy practice after leaving Rikers, Matt reflects on boundaries, trauma, and how working inside the jail changed him forever. _____________________________________________ #RikersIsland #PrisonStories #TrueCrimePodcast #JusticeSystem #PrisonLife #MentalHealthInPrison #LifeBehindBars #lockedin _____________________________________________ Thank you to AVA for sponsoring this episode: Take control of your credit today. Download the Ava app and when you join using my promo code LOCKEDIN, you'll get 20% off your first year—monthly or annual, your choice. _____________________________________________ Connect with Matt Frey: Instagram: @freymentalfitness @outliftathletics @mcfrey27 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585253558683 _____________________________________________ 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 Life Inside Rikers Island (What No One Sees) 01:14 Meet Matt: A Therapist Inside Rikers Island 03:00 From Rikers Island to Private Practice 07:12 Matt's Early Life & Why He Chose Mental Health 13:55 First Jobs in Mental Health & Prison Work 18:43 First Day Working at Rikers Island (Shock & Reality) 20:44 How Therapy Works Inside a Jail 23:10 Violence, Suicides & Mental Health at Rikers 27:29 Solitary Confinement & Its Psychological Damage 32:58 Daily Life at Rikers: Safety, Filth & Neglect 37:06 Confidentiality, Courts & Ethical Dilemmas in Jail 45:01 The Human Side of Rikers: Trauma & Inmate Stories 53:34 Why He Left Rikers Island 01:00:26 Lessons Learned About Justice, Mental Health & Reform Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking: Sarah Grace Patrick was denied bond for the second time today. The judge cited flight risk, danger to the community, and a new bombshell — family members have signed documentary deals.But here's what the headlines are missing.Court records from 2022 show Sarah's mother Kristin was charged with trying to run over James Brock with a vehicle. A protective order was filed. Allegations included physical abuse, threats, and interference with 911 calls. Weeks later, it was dismissed. They married in 2023. By February 2025, both were shot dead in their bed.Testimony at the bond hearing revealed Sarah apologized for basic needs like eating and showering — classic trauma markers. Her best friend was never once allowed inside Sarah's home. And the prosecution's own filings state cameras in Sarah's bedroom were removed days before the shooting.Why was a 16-year-old's bedroom under camera surveillance?Sarah has been in solitary confinement for nearly seven months. Her trial is now August 2026. Research calls juvenile solitary "a form of child abuse." The UN calls it torture after 15 days.The prosecution says they have mountains of evidence. We're still waiting to see any of it.#SarahGracePatrick #CarrollCountyMurder #BondHearing #JamesBrock #KristinBrock #SolitaryConfinement #TrueCrime2026 #GeorgiaCrime #HiddenKillers #JuvenileJusticeJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

Sonny Von Cleveland opens up about serving nearly two decades in prison and the harsh realities of being young, white, and unprepared for prison life. Pulled into violence and survival politics at an early age, Sonny breaks down what it really takes to make it through long prison sentences, the fear, the mistakes, and the lessons learned the hard way behind bars. He speaks candidly about navigating race, identity, and power inside prison, how incarceration forced him to confront his past, and the mindset shift that ultimately saved his life. Today, Sonny has transformed his story into purpose as a speaker, mentor, and community leader, proving that even the darkest chapters don't have to define how the story ends. _____________________________________________ #PrisonSurvival #MichiganPrison #PrisonLife #TrueCrime #LifeInPrison #PrisonStories #SurvivingPrison #incarceration _____________________________________________ Connect with Sonny Von Cleveland: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonnyvonclevelandofficial/ Website: https://www.sonnyvoncleveland.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 First Days in Prison: Shock, Fear, and Survival 02:00 Growing Up in the Midwest Before Prison 06:40 Family Trauma, Abuse, and a Broken Childhood 12:00 Surviving Abuse and Learning to Cope 17:00 Running Away, Street Life, and Early Crime 21:00 The Road to Prison: Charges, Conviction, and Sentencing 24:40 Entering Adult Prison for the First Time 26:00 Prison Violence, Gangs, and Losing Innocence 31:30 Regret, Lost Youth, and Missed Chances 35:40 Solitary Confinement, System Failures, and Mental Survival 41:00 Release, Reoffending, and a Second Prison Sentence 46:00 Life After Release: Family Conflict, Crime, and Betrayal 52:00 Solitary Confinement, Transformation, and Forgiveness 59:00 Self-Reflection, Growth, and Mental Survival in Prison 01:03:00 Teaching Others, Service, and Finding Purpose Behind Bars 01:09:00 Leaving Gang Life and Choosing a Different Path 01:14:00 Reentry After Prison: Starting Over From Nothing 01:19:00 Using His Story to Help Others Avoid Prison 01:22:00 Final Advice, Redemption, and Life's True Purpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWhat if the words you needed were waiting inside the moments you try to rush past? We sit down with Australian poet and radiographer Nadine Ellis to explore late autism diagnosis, the quiet injuries of daily life, and the craft of turning hard feelings into language that heals. Nadine was diagnosed at 58, alongside her daughters and husband, and that clarity reframed decades of masking, missed cues, and misplaced shame. Instead of pathologizing sensitivity, she treats it as guidance—and her poems channel that signal into lines that land with precision.Across our conversation, we map the practical tools that helped her build resilience: journaling as a pressure valve and memory archive, compact poetry that cuts through noise for a dyslexic mind, and the steady discipline of noticing. We talk about creating a home where each person's decompression needs are honored, and how shared understanding replaces friction with ease. Nadine's perspective is generous and grounded: you don't need to be a “writer” to express yourself. If words aren't your medium, paint, stitch, cook, garden, sing, or use voice-to-text. The point is contact, not perfection.You'll also hear two live readings from her collection The Gray Between: Caustic Comments, a searing piece about the long echo of a teacher's cruelty and the alchemy of reclaiming it, and Solitary Confinement, a tender meditation on laundry, motherhood, and the sweetness packed into small domestic rituals. Each poem shows how everyday micro-traumas and quiet joys shape identity—and how art can metabolize both into strength.If you're navigating neurodivergence, seeking healthier boundaries, or just craving a way to make sense of what you feel, this conversation offers language, validation, and tangible next steps. Check out Nadine's work on Amazon, visit nadineellis.com for poems and interviews, and follow @nadineellispoetry on Instagram for new pieces. If this resonated, share it with a friend, subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, and leave a review so others can find the show.Support the showSJ CHILDS - SOCIALS & WEBSITE MASTER LIST WEBSITES - Stream-Able Live — https://www.streamable.live-COMING SOON - The SJ Childs Global Network — https://www.sjchilds.org - The SJ Childs Show Podcast Page — https://www.sjchildsshow.com YOUTUBE - The SJ Childs Show — https://www.youtube.com/@sjchildsshow - Louie Lou (Cats Channel) — https://www.youtube.com/@2catslouielou FACEBOOK - Personal Profile — https://www.facebook.com/sara.gullihur.bradford - Business Page — https://www.facebook.com/sjchildsllc - The SJ Childs Global Network — https://www.facebook.com/sjchildsglobalnetwork - The SJ Childs Show — https://www.facebook.com/SJChildsShow INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/sjchildsllc/ TIKTOK - https://www.tiktok.com/@sjchildsllc LINKEDIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjchilds/ PODCAST PLATFORMS - Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/4qgD3ZMOB2unfPxqacu3cC - Apple Podcasts — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sj-childs-show/id1548143291 CONTACT EMAIL - sjchildsllc@gmail.com

Luis Gutierrez got pulled into California and Kansas gangs at a young age after a rough childhood that set him on a violent path. In this episode, Luis tells the full story of how a crime that resulted in the murder of his close friend led him to turn down an 11-year plea deal and receive life in prison, sending him into some of Kansas' most brutal and dangerous maximum-security prisons. He shares raw, uncensored stories from inside those prisons, the violence he witnessed, and the mindset required to survive decades behind bars. Luis also opens up about the redemption that changed his life in prison, the steps he took to earn a real chance at freedom, and an unexpected love story after meeting a prison staff member who ultimately lost her job over their relationship. Today, Luis runs a successful nonprofit and tattoo shop, using his past to help others avoid the same mistakes and prove that even a life sentence doesn't have to be the end of the story. _____________________________________________ #PrisonSurvival #KansasPrison #PrisonLife #TrueCrime #LifeInPrison #PrisonStories #SurvivingPrison #incarceration _____________________________________________ Thank you to WARBY PARKER for sponsoring this episode: Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at https://warbyparker.com/LOCKEDIN — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad _____________________________________________ Connect with Luis Gutierrez: http://www.redemptionanimalrescueks.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 First Days in Prison & Early Survival 01:11 Life After Prison: Redemption Inc, Second Chances & Animal Rescue 04:46 Childhood, Family, and the Roots of Trauma 09:30 Moving States, Gangs, and Juvenile Arrests 13:30 The Turning Point: Tragedy, Charges, and Sentencing 20:11 First Time in Prison: Violence, Fear, and Reality Setting In 28:42 Prison Politics, Gang Life, and How to Stay Alive 39:39 Solitary Confinement, Prison Mentors, and Learning to Adapt 48:47 Life in Segregation: Art, Mental Survival, and Trauma 59:39 Drugs in Prison, Relationships, and a Shift in Mindset 01:12:10 Prison Dog Programs, Redemption, and Meeting Melissa 01:23:53 Preparing for Freedom, Relapse Risks, and Setbacks 01:29:06 Facing the Parole Board and Fighting for a Second Chance 01:39:01 Life After Prison: Community Work, Business, and Giving Back 01:47:02 Family, Marriage, and Rebuilding Trust After Prison 01:51:01 Advice for At-Risk Youth and the Power of Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before trial. Presumed innocent. No criminal history. And yet Richard Allen spent over a year in maximum-security solitary confinement — a unit designed for the most dangerous convicted offenders. According to the appeal, Allen entered prison coherent and physically stable. Months later, he was psychotic, severely underweight, eating feces, drinking toilet water, and making confessions while asking if he was already dead. The State of Indiana already knew what prolonged solitary does to mentally ill detainees. They'd been sued. They'd settled. They had a 30-day policy meant to prevent exactly this outcome. Bob Motta breaks down what the State knew, what it allegedly ignored, and how confessions obtained during extreme psychological deterioration raise serious due-process concerns. The discussion also examines constant surveillance, loss of privacy with attorneys, control over basic necessities, and whether these conditions crossed the legal line into coercion. If a confession is produced by isolation, dependency, and mental collapse — can it ever be considered voluntary? #SolitaryConfinement #FalseConfessions #DelphiCase #RichardAllen #DueProcess #HiddenKillers #CriminalJustice Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Before trial. Presumed innocent. No criminal history. And yet Richard Allen spent over a year in maximum-security solitary confinement — a unit designed for the most dangerous convicted offenders. According to the appeal, Allen entered prison coherent and physically stable. Months later, he was psychotic, severely underweight, eating feces, drinking toilet water, and making confessions while asking if he was already dead. The State of Indiana already knew what prolonged solitary does to mentally ill detainees. They'd been sued. They'd settled. They had a 30-day policy meant to prevent exactly this outcome. Bob Motta breaks down what the State knew, what it allegedly ignored, and how confessions obtained during extreme psychological deterioration raise serious due-process concerns. The discussion also examines constant surveillance, loss of privacy with attorneys, control over basic necessities, and whether these conditions crossed the legal line into coercion. If a confession is produced by isolation, dependency, and mental collapse — can it ever be considered voluntary? #SolitaryConfinement #FalseConfessions #DelphiCase #RichardAllen #DueProcess #HiddenKillers #CriminalJustice Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Before trial. Presumed innocent. No criminal history. And yet Richard Allen spent over a year in maximum-security solitary confinement — a unit designed for the most dangerous convicted offenders. According to the appeal, Allen entered prison coherent and physically stable. Months later, he was psychotic, severely underweight, eating feces, drinking toilet water, and making confessions while asking if he was already dead. The State of Indiana already knew what prolonged solitary does to mentally ill detainees. They'd been sued. They'd settled. They had a 30-day policy meant to prevent exactly this outcome. Bob Motta breaks down what the State knew, what it allegedly ignored, and how confessions obtained during extreme psychological deterioration raise serious due-process concerns. The discussion also examines constant surveillance, loss of privacy with attorneys, control over basic necessities, and whether these conditions crossed the legal line into coercion. If a confession is produced by isolation, dependency, and mental collapse — can it ever be considered voluntary? #SolitaryConfinement #FalseConfessions #DelphiCase #RichardAllen #DueProcess #HiddenKillers #CriminalJustice Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISDOES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Welcome to this final episode of the year of the Prison Pulpit on the China Compass podcast! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I present a new Chinese city or county to pray for every single day. Please send any questions or comments to a new, secure email: chinacompass@privacyport.com. Everything else can be found at PrayGiveGo.us! For much of the past year we have been working through a book by Richard Wurmbrand, entitled “Sermons in Solitary Confinement”. His past writings speak to us on behalf of those of the persecuted church who are currently, actively, being imprisoned and tortured for Christ, reminding us to pray for them. We haven’t gone through every Prison Sermon from this book, but probably more than half. And today is the final one. Sermons in Solitary Confinement (Free PDF): https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf By the way, for those who don't know who Richard Wurmband is, here's a brief introduction: Lutheran minister in Romania. 14 years in prison, including 3 in solitary confinement. After “escaping” abroad in the 1960s, published ”Tortured for Christ" and testified to Congress. Helped start Voice of the Martyrs (but his son Michael doesn’t trust VOM). Michael Wurmbrand’s VOM letter: https://www.billionbibles.com/michael-wurmbrand-vom.html Michael Wurmbrand’s ministry (more free books!): https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/ Clean Every Whit (China Call Substack) https://chinacall.substack.com/p/clean-every-whit Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! Follow me on X (@chinaadventures) or email chinacompass@privacyport.com with any relevant questions or comments. I’m now set up on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/c/chinacompass), which now only allows for donations, but also lets me sort podcast episodes into various collections, making it easier to find all the episodes on a certain topic or person, like Tibet, Pastor Wang Yi, or Richard Wurmbrand. One last thing: There’s also a donation link at PrayforChina.us if you’d like to support our China ministry. For everything else, visit PrayGiveGo.us. Hebrews 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

Welcome to this final episode of the year of the Prison Pulpit on the China Compass podcast! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I present a new Chinese city or county to pray for every single day. Please send any questions or comments to a new, secure email: chinacompass@privacyport.com. Everything else can be found at PrayGiveGo.us! For much of the past year we have been working through a book by Richard Wurmbrand, entitled “Sermons in Solitary Confinement”. His past writings speak to us on behalf of those of the persecuted church who are currently, actively, being imprisoned and tortured for Christ, reminding us to pray for them. We haven’t gone through every Prison Sermon from this book, but probably more than half. And today is the final one. Sermons in Solitary Confinement (Free PDF): https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf By the way, for those who don't know who Richard Wurmband is, here's a brief introduction: Lutheran minister in Romania. 14 years in prison, including 3 in solitary confinement. After “escaping” abroad in the 1960s, published ”Tortured for Christ" and testified to Congress. Helped start Voice of the Martyrs (but his son Michael doesn’t trust VOM). Michael Wurmbrand’s VOM letter: https://www.billionbibles.com/michael-wurmbrand-vom.html Michael Wurmbrand’s ministry (more free books!): https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/ Clean Every Whit (China Call Substack) https://chinacall.substack.com/p/clean-every-whit Follow China Compass Thank you for listening! Subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! Follow me on X (@chinaadventures) or email chinacompass@privacyport.com with any relevant questions or comments. I’m now set up on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/c/chinacompass), which now only allows for donations, but also lets me sort podcast episodes into various collections, making it easier to find all the episodes on a certain topic or person, like Tibet, Pastor Wang Yi, or Richard Wurmbrand. One last thing: There’s also a donation link at PrayforChina.us if you’d like to support our China ministry. For everything else, visit PrayGiveGo.us. Hebrews 13:3: Remember those who are in prison, “as bound with them”!

This episode exposes one of the most disturbing and overlooked elements of the Delphi murders investigation: the psychological collapse Richard Allen allegedly suffered while held in prolonged solitary confinement before trial. Listeners will hear how isolation, lack of human contact, and extreme mental distress pushed Allen into a fragile, deteriorating state where he made confused, desperate statements on recorded jail calls — statements his family insists were not true and were the direct result of unbearable psychological pressure. Rather than illuminating guilt, Allen's recorded admissions reveal the devastating impact that severe confinement can have on a person who has not been convicted of any crime. His words grow increasingly fractured, defeated, and inconsistent, raising serious concerns about whether mental anguish — not truth — drove his statements. This episode examines how solitary conditions can warp perception, induce hallucinations, and create the exact circumstances under which false confessions are known to occur. We also confront broader questions surrounding the Delphi case, including serious concerns raised by legal observers about investigative decisions, reliance on disputed forensic interpretations, and the possibility of confirmation bias shaping the direction of the case. While the full truth remains contested, documented contradictions, unanswered questions, and procedural concerns demand scrutiny — not blind acceptance. Richard Allen's story is not just about one man; it's about what happens when a system designed to protect due process instead creates the conditions for psychological breakdown. This episode challenges listeners to consider a painful reality: when isolation becomes a weapon, anyone — guilty or innocent — can be pushed past the limits of endurance. #DelphiCase #RichardAllen #TrueCrimeNews #SolitaryConfinement #InterrogationAnalysis #JusticeSystem #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #DueProcessRights #WrongfulConvictionConcerns Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

This episode exposes one of the most disturbing and overlooked elements of the Delphi murders investigation: the psychological collapse Richard Allen allegedly suffered while held in prolonged solitary confinement before trial. Listeners will hear how isolation, lack of human contact, and extreme mental distress pushed Allen into a fragile, deteriorating state where he made confused, desperate statements on recorded jail calls — statements his family insists were not true and were the direct result of unbearable psychological pressure. Rather than illuminating guilt, Allen's recorded admissions reveal the devastating impact that severe confinement can have on a person who has not been convicted of any crime. His words grow increasingly fractured, defeated, and inconsistent, raising serious concerns about whether mental anguish — not truth — drove his statements. This episode examines how solitary conditions can warp perception, induce hallucinations, and create the exact circumstances under which false confessions are known to occur. We also confront broader questions surrounding the Delphi case, including serious concerns raised by legal observers about investigative decisions, reliance on disputed forensic interpretations, and the possibility of confirmation bias shaping the direction of the case. While the full truth remains contested, documented contradictions, unanswered questions, and procedural concerns demand scrutiny — not blind acceptance. Richard Allen's story is not just about one man; it's about what happens when a system designed to protect due process instead creates the conditions for psychological breakdown. This episode challenges listeners to consider a painful reality: when isolation becomes a weapon, anyone — guilty or innocent — can be pushed past the limits of endurance. #DelphiCase #RichardAllen #TrueCrimeNews #SolitaryConfinement #InterrogationAnalysis #JusticeSystem #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #DueProcessRights #WrongfulConvictionConcerns Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

This episode exposes one of the most disturbing and overlooked elements of the Delphi murders investigation: the psychological collapse Richard Allen allegedly suffered while held in prolonged solitary confinement before trial. Listeners will hear how isolation, lack of human contact, and extreme mental distress pushed Allen into a fragile, deteriorating state where he made confused, desperate statements on recorded jail calls — statements his family insists were not true and were the direct result of unbearable psychological pressure. Rather than illuminating guilt, Allen's recorded admissions reveal the devastating impact that severe confinement can have on a person who has not been convicted of any crime. His words grow increasingly fractured, defeated, and inconsistent, raising serious concerns about whether mental anguish — not truth — drove his statements. This episode examines how solitary conditions can warp perception, induce hallucinations, and create the exact circumstances under which false confessions are known to occur. We also confront broader questions surrounding the Delphi case, including serious concerns raised by legal observers about investigative decisions, reliance on disputed forensic interpretations, and the possibility of confirmation bias shaping the direction of the case. While the full truth remains contested, documented contradictions, unanswered questions, and procedural concerns demand scrutiny — not blind acceptance. Richard Allen's story is not just about one man; it's about what happens when a system designed to protect due process instead creates the conditions for psychological breakdown. This episode challenges listeners to consider a painful reality: when isolation becomes a weapon, anyone — guilty or innocent — can be pushed past the limits of endurance. #DelphiCase #RichardAllen #TrueCrimeNews #SolitaryConfinement #InterrogationAnalysis #JusticeSystem #HiddenKillers #TrueCrimePodcast #DueProcessRights #WrongfulConvictionConcerns Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit zeteo.comIn this week's segment from Mehdi Unfiltered, Mehdi is joined by the two sons of the detained former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, Kasim and Sulaiman Khan, to talk about their father's prison conditions, their plans to visit Pakistan in January, and respond to claims made by the Pakistani government that their father is being treated "like a prince" in jail.SUBSCRIBE TO ZETEO TO SUPPORT INDEPENDENT AND UNFILTERED JOURNALISM: https://zeteo.com/subscribeWATCH ‘MEHDI UNFILTERED' ON SUBSTACK: https://zeteo.com/s/mehdi-unfilteredFIND ZETEO:Twitter: https://twitter.com/zeteo_newsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/zeteonewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zeteonewsFIND MEHDI:Substack: https://substack.com/@mehdirhasanTwitter: https://twitter.com/@mehdirhasanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/@mehdirhasanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mehdirhasan

OA1216 - We welcome incarcerated journalist and advocate Christopher Blackwell, calling from his home at the Washington Corrections Center. Chris is the co-founder and Executive Director of Look2Justice, a non-profit which empowers and advocates currently and formerly incarcerated people through an “inside-out” organizing model. He is also a writer whose work has appeared in (among other places) The New York Times, the Washington Post, The Boston Globe, and The Nation, and is a co-author of the new book Ending Isolation: The Case Against Solitary Confinement. Chris joins to share his story and his own deeply personal perspective on the inhumanity of solitary confinement. Look2Justice's website Ending Isolation: The Case Against Solitary Confinement, Christopher William Blackwell (Author), Deborah Zalesne (Author), Kwaneta Harris (Contributor), Terry Kupers (Contributor) (September 2025) Christopher Blackwell's published work in the New York Times Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do!  

What does it take to turn a life of chaos into one of purpose and impact? In this episode of The Greatness Machine, Darius sits down with Andre Norman, author, speaker, and transformational leader whose journey from maximum-security prison to Harvard University is nothing short of extraordinary. Andre opens up about the pivotal moments that changed his trajectory, from leading a prison gang to realizing he was built for something greater. He shares how education, faith, and the right mentors helped him rebuild his mindset and redirect his drive toward helping others do the same. Throughout the conversation, Andre and Darius explore the real meaning of redemption, why self-awareness is key to change, and how people can break free from their environments, no matter how deep the hole seems. In this episode, Darius and Andre will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Greatness and Transformation (05:13) The Awakening: Setting Goals in Solitary Confinement (12:26) Mental Resilience: Surviving Solitary Confinement (17:15) Breaking the Cycle: From Gang Leader to Harvard Fellow (27:08) The Cost of Incarceration (28:28) Psychological Impact of Imprisonment (29:17) Comparing Global Prison Systems (30:54) The Historical Context of Prisons (32:42) Reforming the Penal System (34:06) Barriers to Change in Corrections (39:39) Rebuilding the System from Scratch (41:37) The Importance of Education (45:11) Changing Outcomes through New Approaches (46:25) Community Involvement for Change (50:52) Overcoming Barriers to Greatness Andre Norman is living proof that second chances are real. Once facing a 105-year prison sentence and leading gang activity behind bars, he turned his life around through education, faith, and determination. Today, as the founder of The Academy of Hope, he works to reduce prison violence and promote rehabilitation. His message of transformation has reached audiences worldwide, from TEDx stages to Harvard University and London Business School. Connect with Andre: Website: https://andrenorman.com/  Website: https://secondchanceuniversity.org/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-norman/  Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“You can go from the depths of despair to a life of purpose.” — Ben Freedland In this gripping episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts and her dad, Wayne Friedman, sit down with Ben Freedland—a man who's lived multiple lives: Coconut King, federal inmate, devoted father, and now a respected government consultant. A Wild Behind-the-Scenes Moment Incredibly, during the recording of this interview, Ben was experiencing a spinal fluid leak. The moment we wrapped, he went straight to the hospital. He's now out, recovering, and we're grateful to share this episode—made even more powerful knowing what he was enduring in real time. From Labels to Legacy Ben opens up about being known as “the Jew” in prison, surviving solitary confinement, and the pivotal moment a compassionate chaplain changed the direction of his life. He shares how he reclaimed his identity, leaned into faith, and found mentors who helped guide his transformation. Fatherhood as Redemption Today, Ben is a proud and present father. He reflects on how parenting fuels his purpose, shapes his decisions, and inspires the legacy he's dedicated to building for his children. Key Themes From privilege to crime during the recession Faith, identity, and mentorship behind bars Surviving solitary confinement and unexpected turning points The responsibilities and rewards of fatherhood Choosing redemption, purpose, and storytelling Episode Highlights (00:00) Welcome to the Better Call Daddy Show (01:15) Meet Ben Freedland: From Coconut King to Criminal Consultant (10:30) Solitary Confinement & a Life-Changing Encounter (20:45) Reclaiming Faith and Identity in Prison (30:00) Fatherhood: Joys, Struggles & Second Chances (40:15) Building a Legacy by Being Present (50:00) Wisdom from Wayne: Morality, Growth & Success Connect with Reena Friedman Watts Better Call Daddy Website | LinkedIn | Instagram | YouTube Thank you for tuning in to Better Call Daddy—where wisdom, resilience, and heart meet!

Ben McChesney spent 25 years behind bars, serving time in more than a dozen state and federal prisons across the country — from low-level facilities to some of the toughest penitentiaries in America. His story is one of chaos, survival, and defiance. After being accused of stealing several pallets of firearms in what became one of the largest gun heists in his state, Ben went on the run to Mexico for two years before being captured. Acting as his own attorney, he fought multiple cases, beat a federal kidnapping charge, and survived years of violence and transfers across 14 federal prisons. Inside, he ran underground poker tables, fought predators, and lived by his own code. Raw, unfiltered, and brutally honest, Ben's story exposes the reality of long-term prison life, corruption, and what it truly takes to survive 25 years in the system. #LockedInWithIanBick #PrisonStories #TrueCrime #LifeInPrison #RedemptionStory #RealStories #PrisonLife #SurvivingPrison 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. 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 Wyoming State Prison to Federal Time 02:40 – Growing Up in Montana & Florida: Early Chaos Begins 06:00 – Family Life, Childhood Trauma & First Trouble 12:00 – Institutionalized Young: Juvenile Facilities & Reform Schools 19:00 – Early Criminal Mindset: Manipulation, Hustling & Survival 25:00 – Wild Behavior, Theft & the Road That Led to Prison 32:00 – First Adult Sentence: Inside Wyoming State Prison 39:00 – Maximum Security Life: Violence, Chaos & Prison Reality 46:00 – Solitary Confinement, Instigating & Survival Tactics 55:00 – Negotiating with the Warden & Gaining Prison Status 01:00:00 – Released from Wyoming: Back to the Streets 01:08:00 – Federal Case: Conspiracy Charges & Facing the Feds 01:15:00 – Federal Prison Journey: Medium Security to Camp 01:19:00 – Smuggling, Schemes & Controversy in Camp Life 01:25:00 – Fights, Transfers & Federal Prison Politics 01:32:00 – Sex Offenders, Prison Justice & Yard Rules 01:41:00 – Books, Mindset & Turning Life Around 01:46:00 – Beating a Case & Marriage Problems After Prison 01:54:00 – Financial Trouble & Planning a Major Gun Heist 02:03:00 – Gun Heist Fallout, Relationship Chaos & On the Run 02:13:00 – Life on the Run: Hiding in Mexico 02:27:00 – Captured in Mexico & Extradited Back to the U.S. 02:55:00 – Legal Battles: Kidnapping Charges & Polygraph Test 03:03:00 – Federal Trial, Sentencing & Wild Prison Stories 03:17:00 – Reentry, Parole & Learning to Live Free Again 03:24:00 – Staying Out for Good: Lessons, Redemption & Moving Forward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 900 days in solitary confinement, J6 political prisoner Jake Lang reveals how faith carried him through what he calls “psychological torture.” Lang discusses his Trump pardon, lawsuit against the FBI, and Senate run. He calls for a Christian revival in America rooted in courage, truth, and unshakable belief.U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ ****Download the all-new LSNTV App now, available on iPhone and Android!LSNTV Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lsntv/id6469105564 LSNTV Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lifesitenews.app +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

George Santos on being tortured in prison. (00:00) Santos's Takeover of the Prison Kitchen (11:50) The Interesting People Santos Met in Prison (21:00) What Are the Guards Like? (27:07) Did Anyone Plot Escape? (41:39) How Did Santos Land in Solitary Confinement? (51:33) How God Saved Santos From Suicide Paid partnerships with: Cozy Earth: Luxury shouldn't be out of reach. Go to https://CozyEarth.com/Tucker for up to 20% off. Byrna: Go to https://Byrna.com or your local Sportsman's Warehouse today. GCU: Find your purpose at Grand Canyon University. Learn more at https://GCU.edu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meghan and Miranda are joined by former Rep. George Santos, fresh out after 84 days served (including 41 days in solitary confinement) with his federal sentence commuted by President Trump. He walks us through the moment-to-moment reality of prison (moldy ceilings, expired food, the “shoe”), how he coped, who helped, and why he wants to channel the experience into prison reform and case review work (a la Alice Marie Johnson). We also hit: Why he says he was moved to solitary & how “protective custody” works. Mental health, re-entry, and the very relatable first shower/La Mer/skincare binge! NY politics: NYC mayoral race, congestion pricing, Kathy Hochul's vulnerabilities, and whether Elise Stefanik could win statewide Culture break: J.Lo's historic box-office flop, Katy Perry + Trudeau rumor mill, and the “diva down/diva up” jokes. On Kamala Harris' book & Pete Buttigieg: do voters care about identity, or competency? P.S. Miranda's live from Las Vegas (yes, that Flamingo sign), and the Cheryl Hines interview is up now on YouTube — thanks for the love on that one.

The Quaker experiment at Eastern State Penitentiary was meant to be a sanctuary for the soul, a place to reform criminals through silence and reflection. Instead, it accidentally engineered a form of psychological torture: solitary confinement. This episode uncovers the complicated history of this "Great Experiment" and then journeys to the offices of AFSC Prison Watch, where a new generation of Quaker activists are confronting this legacy by listening to the raw, firsthand accounts of people who have survived the modern system.  ---------------------------------------------Westtown School, a leading Quaker day school for Pre-K to 12th grade is hosting Open Houses this Fall. Upper School, Saturday, October 25th, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.Middle School, Thursday, October 30th, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.Lower School, Wednesday, November 5th, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.Learn more at www.westtown.edu/fall. Become a monthly supporter! Sign up for the Daily Quaker Message.

Solitary confinement is the focus of a new court filing in a class-action lawsuit against San Diego County and the Sheriff's Office.A request for a preliminary injunction was filed in federal court last week asking a federal judge to limit how long people can be held in solitary confinement.More than a dozen people have described inhumane conditions inside separation cells in San Diego jails.We sit down with two reporters to discuss the details of the latest lawsuit and how we got here.Guests:Kelly Davis, investigative reporter, The San Diego Union-TribuneJeff McDonald, investigative reporter, The San Diego Union-Tribune

Quawntay Adams, also known as Bosco, is a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, author, and movie director. He also spent over 16 years in prison. After leaving prison in 2020 he produced a movie called "Bosco." This movie shares the story of a shocking escape he made from prison. During prison he also wrote a book called "Chasin Freedum." In this episode you will hear Bosco talk about where he learned about freedom and how he lives fearlessly. Here is the link to his book: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=chasin+freedum&crid=2WHJBWXMWX8O2&sprefix=chasin+freedum%2Caps%2C254&ref=nb_sb_noss_2His movie can be found on several platforms. Support the show

In this episode, Peter Meyerhoff shares his incredible journey from a troubled youth and time in prison to becoming a successful entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and advocate for change. Peter discusses the pivotal moments that led to his transformation, including overcoming addiction, finding purpose, and building a new life dedicated to helping others. His story is one of resilience, redemption, and the power of mindset in achieving personal and professional success. 00:00 From Addiction to Redemption 03:08 The Journey Through Crime and Prison 05:54 Life Lessons from Solitary Confinement 09:00 The Turning Point: Overcoming Addiction 11:53 Building a New Life After Prison 14:47 The Power of Mindset and Resilience 17:36 Creating Change: Helping Others in Prison 20:41 The Importance of Community and Support 23:41 Finding Purpose and Meaning in Life 26:36 The Role of Faith and Spirituality 29:34 Living a Life of Impact and Service 32:26 Final Thoughts: Never Give Up on Yourself

The primary election in the New Orleans mayor's race is just over a week away, and here on Louisiana Considered, we're bringing you conversations with the top 3 candidates. Today, we'll hear from state Senator Royce Duplessis (D-LA). He spoke to the Times-Picayune/New Orleans Advocate's editorial director and columnist Stephanie Grace about the tactics behind his campaign, his plans if elected and why he believes his lack of city council experience is an asset. Solitary confinement is the subject of a new book co-written by incarcerated journalists and outside experts. It argues that the practice — which has been used in Louisiana — hurts mental health and doesn't make prisons safer.A mobile museum paired to the book arrives in New Orleans by bus later this month. The Gulf States Newsroom's Kat Stromquist spoke with co-author and incarcerated writer Christopher Blackwell about the book, “Ending Isolation: The Case Against Solitary Confinement.”___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schrieber. Matt Bloom and Aubry Procell are assistant producers. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

 What happens when you refuse to walk on a flag—and get caught listening to music?In the Shadows of the IRGC is the harrowing true story of Sherman Jason Niamehr, born in Florence, Italy, to a Muslim mother and a Jewish father. Raised between two cultures, Sherman's life changed forever the day he refused to step on a painted American and Israeli flag during his mandatory military service in Iran. Days later, he was caught listening to music—both acts seen as dangerous defiance by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.He was branded a spy. Interrogated. Disappeared into a secret IRGC black site.What followed was years of secret detainment, brutal psychological warfare, and solitary confinement. After barely surviving Iran's system, Sherman returned to the U.S.—only to be locked in another solitary cell, this time in New York during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.He lost his country, his freedom, and years with his children and wife. But he never lost his story.This memoir is not just about survival, it is about identity, injustice, and rediscovering peace through meditation after a life of trauma. It is about a man born between religions, raised across continents, and silenced by powerful regimes who feared the truth.They tried to erase him. He chose to write it down.He is the author of "In the Shadows of the IRGC: What Happened After I Refused to Step on the American Flag at an IRGC Military Base."https://www.amazon.sg/Shadows-IRGC-Happened-American-Military/dp/B0F3P564PKhttp://www.yourlotandparcel.org

Today once again, we turn to Richard Wurmbrand to speak on behalf of the persecuted… BTW, Richard Wurmbrand was a Romanian Lutheran minister who spent fourteen years in prison (three in solitary confinement) and published ”Tortured for Christ" after his release in the late 1960s. He later founded Voice of the Martyrs, but son Michael does NOT recommend VOM’s ministry today. (Read his “Open Letter” about VOM here: https://www.billionbibles.com/michael-wurmbrand-vom.html) Michael Wurmbrand now runs his own ministry, and has made most of his father’s books (and formerly unpublished writings) available for free: https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/. Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! The Fullest Sabbath (Preaching in a Straitjacket) From Wurmbrand’s book, Sermons in Solitary Confinement… https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf In God's Underground: Christ in the Communist Prisons https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/IGU-english.pdf Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

Today once again, we turn to Richard Wurmbrand to speak on behalf of the persecuted… BTW, Richard Wurmbrand was a Romanian Lutheran minister who spent fourteen years in prison (three in solitary confinement) and published ”Tortured for Christ" after his release in the late 1960s. He later founded Voice of the Martyrs, but son Michael does NOT recommend VOM’s ministry today. (Read his “Open Letter” about VOM here: https://www.billionbibles.com/michael-wurmbrand-vom.html) Michael Wurmbrand now runs his own ministry, and has made most of his father’s books (and formerly unpublished writings) available for free: https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/. Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! The Fullest Sabbath (Preaching in a Straitjacket) From Wurmbrand’s book, Sermons in Solitary Confinement… https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf In God's Underground: Christ in the Communist Prisons https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/IGU-english.pdf Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

Kevin FitzPatrick isn't just any guest — he's a man who lived the life most people only see in movies. Kevin started stealing cars as a teenager, battled a serious gambling addiction, and went on to rob multiple banks. But that was just the beginning. In this shocking interview, Kevin reveals how he escaped prison not once, not twice, but three separate times — and shares every detail of how he pulled it off. #PrisonEscape #BankRobberies #TrueCrimePodcast #PrisonStories #LifeOnTheRun #PrisonBreak #LockedInPodcast #redemptionstory Thank you to BLUCHEW, EXPRESSVPN & PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: BlueChew: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew FREE & pay five bucks for shipping. ExpressVPN: Secure your online data TODAY by visiting https://www.expressvpn.com/lockedin to find out how you can get up to four extra months. 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 Kevin FitzPatrick: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CPcwU9ty8/ Email: kfitz1129@gmail.com Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Meet the Escape Artist: Kevin FitzPatrick's Wild Prison Story03:59 Growing Up & First Arrests: How Crime Took Over His Life07:00 The Gambling Addiction That Fueled His Criminal Path13:32 Teen Probation, Escalating Crime & First Big Mistakes20:55 Stealing Cars & Planning Escapes: The Early Criminal Years27:24 First Prison Sentence at Lee Correctional — Reality Check36:37 Transferred to New York: The Brutal Prison Experience44:22 Solitary Confinement & Mental Health Battles Behind Bars57:21 Surviving Prison: Fights, Violence & Daily Struggle01:13:02 First Taste of Freedom: Parole & Immediate Relapse01:23:50 Bank Robberies & Prison Escapes — Life on the Run01:38:55 Courtroom Escapes & Wild Transfers: Outsmarting the System01:47:27 Prison Politics, “Good Time” Hustle & Redemption Plans01:58:03 Final Prison Stretch, Legal Battles & Last Release02:05:27 Life After Prison: Parole, Running from Trouble & Family02:13:58 Struggling with Gambling & Alcohol After Getting Out02:25:02 Lessons Learned: Redemption & Advice After 20 Years Inside Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Why did I begin the Prison Pulpit series? The goal is to remind everyone to pray for persecuted believers as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us to do (“Remember those in prison, as bound with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body.”). I’ve done this by sharing imprisoned Pastor Wang Yi’s writings in China, as well as anecdotes from other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand. Charlie Kirk on the Efficacy of Prayer In late August, just two weeks before his death, Charlie talked about prayer on his podcast in the aftermath of the Minneapolis church/school shooting in a conversation with Michael Knowles… https://thecharliekirkshow.com/podcasts/the-charlie-kirk-show/where-is-god-when-evil-happens-reacting-to-the-minneapolis-tragedy (9:53-10:51) Now I want to return to one of Richard Wurmbrand’s Sermons in Solitary Confinement… Talk With My Son Mihai (Dying Father Admonishes Son) From Wurmbrand’s book, Sermons in Solitary Confinement… https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf In God's Underground: Christ in the Communist Prisons https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/IGU-english.pdf Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

NYS Assembly speaker is expected to endorse Mamdani for mayor as Adams blasts some of Mamdani's supporters... George Santos has been put into solitary confinement... Cops are looking for 2 women who lured men full 426 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 09:51:32 +0000 amdM2v9p5ZAk5Bkajs1pnkwNFjbV4CiU news 1010 WINS ALL LOCAL news NYS Assembly speaker is expected to endorse Mamdani for mayor as Adams blasts some of Mamdani's supporters... George Santos has been put into solitary confinement... Cops are looking for 2 women who lured men The podcast is hyper-focused on local news, issues and events in the New York City area. This podcast's purpose is to give New Yorkers New York news about their neighborhoods and shine a light on the issues happening in their backyard. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

Follow me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Why did I begin the Prison Pulpit series? The goal is to remind everyone to pray for persecuted believers as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us to do (“Remember those in prison, as bound with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body.”). I’ve done this by sharing imprisoned Pastor Wang Yi’s writings in China, as well as anecdotes from other persecuted ministers who have gone before, such as Richard Wurmbrand. Charlie Kirk on the Efficacy of Prayer In late August, just two weeks before his death, Charlie talked about prayer on his podcast in the aftermath of the Minneapolis church/school shooting in a conversation with Michael Knowles… https://thecharliekirkshow.com/podcasts/the-charlie-kirk-show/where-is-god-when-evil-happens-reacting-to-the-minneapolis-tragedy (9:53-10:51) Now I want to return to one of Richard Wurmbrand’s Sermons in Solitary Confinement… Talk With My Son Mihai (Dying Father Admonishes Son) From Wurmbrand’s book, Sermons in Solitary Confinement… https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf In God's Underground: Christ in the Communist Prisons https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/IGU-english.pdf Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

Ex-Hells Angels leader George Christie sits down with Ian Bick for an explosive, no-holds-barred interview. Christie reveals what it was really like to run the Ventura, California chapter of the Hells Angels for over 30 years — the violence, the brotherhood, the FBI investigations, and the moment he decided to walk away from the outlaw life for good. In this powerful conversation, George shares what life was like as a Hells Angels leader, the truth about outlaw biker culture, what it was like serving time in federal prison, why he left the club after three decades, and the lessons he learned about loyalty, betrayal, and redemption. #HellsAngels #OutlawBiker #GeorgeChristie #TrueCrimePodcast #PrisonStories #MotorcycleClub #OutlawLife #ianbick Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring today's 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 George Christie: https://www.georgechristie.com Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: George Christie's Story 00:26 From Hell's Angel to Whistleblower 01:57 Life After the Club & Writing Books 03:39 Handling Publicity & Law Enforcement Attention 04:56 Leaving the Hell's Angels & Setting the Record Straight 07:15 Early Life and Upbringing 10:09 Family Background and Immigrant Roots 12:13 Principles Learned from Family 16:03 Military Service and Department of Defense 17:15 Joining the Marines and Early Troubles 20:58 Motorcycle Culture in the 50s and 60s 23:18 Media, Public Image & Club Evolution 25:50 The Purge: Internal Club Conflicts 28:24 Rivalries, Outlaw Wars & Violence Explained 32:14 Becoming a Full Member: Hazing and Politics 34:48 Club Morals, Leadership & Changing Values 39:47 Race, Women & Shifting Club Rules 44:41 The Rise of George Christie as a Leader 48:44 Power, Local Influence & The Club's Brand 54:18 Challenges of Leadership & Internal Wars 01:00:20 Criminal Cases and Navigating Law Enforcement 01:13:06 Prison Life: Brotherhood & Leadership from Inside 01:20:00 Solitary Confinement and Club Changes 01:27:27 Technology, Social Media & Club Culture Shift 01:34:40 FBI Infiltration & Increased Paranoia 01:39:44 Corruption, Cops, and Surviving the Politics 01:42:24 Leaving the Club: Fallout, Bad Standing & Legacy 01:46:13 Regrets, Reflections & Club Violence 01:50:50 Life After the Hell's Angels & Found Family 01:56:14 Last Arrest & The End of an Era 02:02:42 Lessons Learned & Moving Forward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, Hunter was joined by activist, prisoner journalist, and author of Ending Isolation, Christopher Blackwell. On this episode, Chris and Hunter discuss the book, the horrors of solitary confinement, and why the practice needs to end.   Guest: Christopher Blackwell, activist, prisoner journalist, and author of Ending Isolation, and executive director of Look 2 Justice   Resources: Christopher Blackwell's website and Socials https://www.christopher-blackwell.com/ https://x.com/chriswblackwell?lang=en   Look to Justice https://www.look2justice.org/ https://www.instagram.com/look2justice/?hl=en   Broken is Beautiful Podcast https://www.brokenisbeautifulpod.com/     Contact Hunter Parnell:                                 Publicdefenseless@gmail.com  Instagram @PublicDefenselessPodcast Twitter                                                                 @PDefenselessPod www.publicdefenseless.com  Subscribe to the Patreon www.patreon.com/PublicDefenselessPodcast  Donate on PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=5KW7WMJWEXTAJ Donate on Stripe https://donate.stripe.com/7sI01tb2v3dwaM8cMN Trying to find a specific part of an episode? Use this link to search transcripts of every episode of the show! https://app.reduct.video/o/eca54fbf9f/p/d543070e6a/share/c34e85194394723d4131/home  

Jim Brown, husband of Irish citizen Donna Hughes-Brown who is facing deportation back to Ireland over $25 cheque misdemeanor ten years ago

Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Visible Wounds (Blessing in the Torture) From Wurmbrand’s book, Sermons in Solitary Confinement… https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf School Bus Rollover Accident This was in Minco, OK, just 3 miles from where my daughter and I almost died in an accident last March! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZAs1YfT_hc Bee Attack in the Jungle of Peru Please stop and pray. While our intern was cutting the lawn, he hit a bees’ nest. They swarmed into the cage where Sasha and her puppies were. In trying to protect her pups, Sasha was stung too many times, and is already gone We were all stung trying to rescue them, but especially Buddy. The puppies are crying, covered in stingers, and now left without their mother. It’s such a heartbreaking situation—please pray for God’s mercy, comfort, and wisdom as we walk through this. (Buddy Fitzgerald Family in Puerto Maldonado) https://www.facebook.com/buddynloren.fitzgerald Also, the prayer requests I made last week are still ongoing… Pray for Brother Daniel (Courney) who has been deported from Nepal. Last I heard, his wife and youngest are still waiting for paperwork for their flight to the USA. Pray for our Missionary Friends in China (lost job, flooding, electrical issues, children, etc) I rarely mention money, but you can give to help the missionary friends I just mentioned by scrolling down to the link on our ministry website, PrayforChina.us. (Or email me to ask for other giving methods) Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

Follow and/or message me on Twitter/X (@chinaadventures) where I post (among other things) daily reminders to pray for China.You can also email me @ bfwesten at gmail dot com. Last but not least, to learn more about our ministry endeavors or get one of my missionary biographies, visit PrayGiveGo.us! Visible Wounds (Blessing in the Torture) From Wurmbrand’s book, Sermons in Solitary Confinement… https://richardwurmbrandfoundation.com/pdfs/ssc-english.pdf School Bus Rollover Accident This was in Minco, OK, just 3 miles from where my daughter and I almost died in an accident last March! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZAs1YfT_hc Bee Attack in the Jungle of Peru Please stop and pray. While our intern was cutting the lawn, he hit a bees’ nest. They swarmed into the cage where Sasha and her puppies were. In trying to protect her pups, Sasha was stung too many times, and is already gone We were all stung trying to rescue them, but especially Buddy. The puppies are crying, covered in stingers, and now left without their mother. It’s such a heartbreaking situation—please pray for God’s mercy, comfort, and wisdom as we walk through this. (Buddy Fitzgerald Family in Puerto Maldonado) https://www.facebook.com/buddynloren.fitzgerald Also, the prayer requests I made last week are still ongoing… Pray for Brother Daniel (Courney) who has been deported from Nepal. Last I heard, his wife and youngest are still waiting for paperwork for their flight to the USA. Pray for our Missionary Friends in China (lost job, flooding, electrical issues, children, etc) I rarely mention money, but you can give to help the missionary friends I just mentioned by scrolling down to the link on our ministry website, PrayforChina.us. (Or email me to ask for other giving methods) Follow China Compass Subscribe to China Compass on whichever platform you use, including Apple Podcasts! You can also contact me anytime on X: @chinaadventures or via email (bfwesten at gmail dot com). Hebrews 13:3!

 Bryan Kohberger is locked away in J-Block, one of the most isolating places in jail. But what if solitary confinement does more than keep him secure what if it breaks him before trial? In this episode, we dive deep into the Idaho Murders case and what Kohberger faces behind bars. Our first guest, Dr. Terry Allen Kupers, a psychiatrist and one of the nation's leading experts on solitary confinement, reveals the devastating psychological toll of isolation and how J-Block could affect Kohberger's mind and his courtroom fate.Our second guest, Paul Mauro, retired NYPD inspector and Fox News legal analyst, explains why he called Kohberger a “Jailhouse Karen” and breaks down what inmate complaints mean inside the prison system and how law enforcement views high-profile defendants like Kohberger.Connect with Tom on social mediaFacebook   http://bit.ly/3YJI1jHInstagram   http://bit.ly/3XJ1pvBTwitterhttp://bit.ly/3lSjSsoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/one-degree-of-scandalous-with-tom-zenner-and-kato-kaelin--6258576/support.

Honesty Bishop was attacked by her cellmate. Missouri prison officials deemed her sexually active and kept her in isolation for over six years.

This week, we're sharing a recent interview with anarchist prisoner Malik Muhammad. Malik is 3 years into a 10 year concurrent federal and Oregon sentence for alleged use of molotov cocktails during the 2020 uprising and is currently incarcerated at the Snake River Detention Facility, in the hole. We speak about Malik's politicization, their case, realities and organizing in the Oregon prison system, keeping connections with the outside, Malik's writing and inspiration. You can find more about their case and at malikspeaks.noblogs.org and you can find their support's mastodon at https://kolektiva.social/@malikspeaks . You can write Malik via: Malik Muhammad #23935744 Snake River Correctional Institution 777 Stanton Blvd Ontario, OR 97914-8335

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Bryan Kohberger has now been moved to solitary confinement as he starts his prison sentence for the shocking stabbings that rocked the quiet town of Moscow, Idaho. BK is the man who pleaded guilty to brutally murdering four University of Idaho students—Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. Authorities say the move was made for security reasons due to the high-profile nature of the murders. Kohberger pleadewd guilty to breaking into their off-campus home and carrying out the vicious attack in the early morning hours of November 13, 2022. He was sentenced to life without parole.More of STS:Links: Https://linktr.ee/stspodcastGet Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLxSTS Merch: Https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SurvivingTheSurvivorCatch us live on YouTube: Surviving The Survivor: #BestGuests in True Crime - YouTubeVenmo Donations: @STSPodcast or Https://www.venmo.com/stspodcast 

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What Will Life Be Like For Bryan Kohberger In Prison? #bryankohberger #idaho4update #idahomurders #kohberger #deathpenalty #pleabargain Bryan Kohberger takes plea #Bryan Kohberger admits guilt #idaho 4 case #formerdetectivenypd #NYPD #homicidedetective The host addresses the surprising plea deal in the Bryan Kohberger case and its impact, providing insight from a police perspective. News clips and expert commentary further break down the latest updates on the Bryan Kohberger trial. Stay informed with our deep dives into true crime. The sentencing of Bryan Kohbereger will happen on 7/23/25, the families will give impact statements. _______________________________________________________

Jovante Palin gives a firsthand account of serving time in Rhode Island's prison system, the conditions inside, and how he adapted. #PrisonLife #RhodeIsland #TrueCrime #SurvivingPrison #JusticeSystem #CrimeAndConsequences #HardTime #exconvict Thank you to LUCY for sponsoring today's episode: Let's level up your nicotine routine with Lucy.  Go to HTTP://LUCY.CO/IANBICK and use promo code (IANBICK) to get 20% off your first order. Lucy has a 30-day refund policy if you change your mind.  Connect with Jovante Palin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopout_vont?igsh=YzdmN3g5aDlibW1j YouTube: https://youtube.com/@h.o.p_vont?si=6KN0bw4M6TRIC0H2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1NhUDwN9Xv/?mibextid=LQQJ4d Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hopout-vont/174142531 Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Buy Merch: https://convictclothing.net/collections/convict-clothing-x-ian-bick Timestamps: 00:00:00 Overcoming Legal Challenges on the Road 00:04:40 Growing Up with an Incarcerated Father 00:09:32 High-Speed Chase and Arrest Story 00:14:25 Overcoming Challenges in Education 00:19:21 Life in Juvenile Detention and Training School 00:24:09 A Life of Challenges and Choices 00:29:19 Arrest and Hotel Stay 00:34:06 Young Parenthood Reflection 00:39:00 Prison Conflict Over Milk 00:43:39 The Importance of Inmate Credentials 00:48:44 Life on the Streets and Consequences of Theft 00:53:54 Arrest and Jail Experience 01:00:00 Trying Suboxone and its Consequences 01:04:31 Struggles with Basic Needs in Jail 01:09:55 Life in Solitary Confinement 01:14:35 Completing Probation Successfully 01:19:31 Challenges of Starting Over with Family Responsibilities Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this special episode of the China Compass Podcast, #30 in the weekly “Prison Pulpit” series! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. You can follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post daily reminders to pray for China (http://PrayforChina.us). To learn more about our various ministry endeavors and to get any of the missionary biographies I’ve published, visit www.PrayGiveGo.us! I wanted to begin by reminding everyone why I started this 2nd weekly China Compass podcast. I want to encourage people to pray for Pastor Wang Yi (and others like him, as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us) by sharing from his own words and sermons. (We’ve also looked at sermons from Richard Wurmbrand.) Earlier this month, I told the story of my arrest and interrogation seven years ago… Get my book and other special content @ UNBEATEN.VIP! Last week, we talked about Richard Wurmbrand and read another one of his exhortations. Sometime soon, we’ll return to Richard Wurmbrand’s collection of Sermons in Solitary Confinement, but today I want to discuss the unique and potentially dangerous situation for Christians in Malaysia. Christian Pastors Abducted in Malaysia https://www.uscirf.gov/religious-prisoners-conscience/forb-victims-database/raymond-koh https://www.uscirf.gov/religious-prisoners-conscience/forb-victims-database/joshua-hilmy A Look at Malaysia’s Laws Against Sharing Christ With Muslims https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freedom_of_religion_in_Malaysia https://www.themalaysianinsight.com/index.php/s/151363 https://www.dw.com/en/malaysia-to-deport-christian-finns-for-proselytizing/a-46464573 Follow China Compass Follow or subscribe to China Compass wherever you are listening. You can also email any questions or comments to contact @ PrayforChina . us or send me a DM on X: @chinaadventures. Hebrews 13:3

Welcome to this special episode of the China Compass Podcast, #29 in the weekly “Prison Pulpit” series! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. You can follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post daily reminders to pray for China (http://PrayforChina.us). To learn more about our various ministry endeavors and to get any of the missionary biographies I’ve published, visit www.PrayGiveGo.us! Last week, I shared my heart and told stories about my arrest and interrogation exactly seven years ago… Get my book and other special content @ UNBEATEN.VIP! Why Prison Pulpit? I also wanted to remind everyone again why I started this second weekly China Compass podcast. I want to encourage people to pray for Pastor Wang Yi (and others like him, as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us) by sharing from his own words and sermons. (We’ve also looked at sermons from Richard Wurmbrand.) Sometime soon, we’ll return to Richard Wurmbrand’s collection of Sermons in Solitary Confinement, but today I want to read an excerpt from a newsletter I received last week from Michael Wurmbrand, the now 80+ year old son of Richard Wurmbrand and founder of the Richard Wurmbrand Foundation. What's Wrong With VOM? BTW, Michael does NOT recommend the ministry of Voice of the Martyrs, which he helped to found many decades ago. He was fired from the ministry more than ten years ago, when he demanded a more broad inquiry into the travels and contacts of former VOM director, Tom White, who committed suicide in VOM’s Bartlesville, OK, warehouse in 2012, after allegations surfaced of him molesting a ten year old girl. (Read his “Open Letter” about VOM here: https://www.billionbibles.com/michael-wurmbrand-vom.html) Michael Wurmbrand also runs another parallel ministry, Help For Refugees, focused primarily on his native Romania, and has made all of his father’s books (and formerly unpublished writings) available for free since VOM continues to use his parents’ likeness and writings without his permission. In contrast, check out one of my favorite ministries, Asia Harvest: https://www.asiaharvest.org/ How To See Angels All that to say that in each month’s ministry newsletter, he includes a formerly unpublished homily or devotional by his late father, Richard Wurmbrand. And that’s what I’m going to share with you now… https://chinacall.substack.com/p/how-to-see-angels A Word from Michael Wurmbrand Also, here is a quote I stumbled across earlier from Michael Wurmbrand, which should challenge us: “As my father emphasized many times, the head of the serpent needs to be crushed and we need not tickle its belly. Christians have to attack the head of evil. Love of money is the root of all evil. The reason the communists wanted and worked to see us dead, was described by one of the Romanian communist ambassadors in a confidential discussion: ‘because of Wurmbrand, Romania lost preferred-nation status with the United States, 8 years in a row.’ (Isn’t that amazing, that one man did that?!) While many missions fight [evil with] programs, countless banks and businessmen support evil in the same areas through their financial interest, [doing] business as usual, like [in] China, Vietnam, Moslem countries, etc. How can a Christian in good conscience work and draw a salary in the oil industry in Moslem countries where his fellow Christians are maimed, even killed for their faith? How can Christians while claiming to help persecuted believers in China, encourage trade with the communist Chinese?” Follow China Compass Follow or subscribe to China Compass wherever you are listening. You can also send any comments or questions via DM on X: @chinaadventures. Hebrews 13:3!

Welcome to this special episode of the China Compass Podcast, #28 in the weekly “Prison Pulpit” series! I'm your China travel guide, Missionary Ben. You can follow me on X (@chinaadventures) where I post daily reminders to pray for China (http://PrayforChina.us). To learn more about our various ministry endeavors and to get any of the missionary biographies I’ve published, visit www.PrayGiveGo.us! First, I want to remind everyone why I started this second weekly podcast within China Compass. I want to encourage people to pray for Pastor Wang Yi (and others like him, as Hebrews 13:3 teaches us) by sharing from his own words and sermons. We’ve also looked at sermons from Richard Wurmbrand. But today I’m taking a break from Richard Wurmbrand’s Sermons in Solitary Confinement, to talk about what happened to me exactly 7 years ago, when I was arrested and interrogated in China. Specifically, after recounting my memories for a bit, I want to share some thoughts on how to pray for others who may someday find themselves in a similar situation. For instance, if you know someone is going to be undergoing intense questioning or interrogations related to their testimony or ministry, here are some specific things (from one who has been in that very situation) to pray for: Pray for clarity of mind (and wisdom) Pray for boldness (against fear and worry) Pray for family (who may not know what is going on) Get the book and other special content @ UNBEATEN.VIP! Follow China CompassFollow or subscribe to China Compass wherever you are listening. You can also email any questions or comments to contact @ PrayforChina . us or send me a DM on X: @chinaadventures. Hebrews 13:3