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Stories you won't find anywhere else, told by the people who lived them. Hosted by former federal inmate turned entrepreneur Ian Bick, Locked In with Ian Bick features raw, long-form conversations with people from every side of the criminal justice system—and the extraordinary lives that intersect with it. From former inmates and law enforcement officers to attorneys, judges, correctional professionals, investigators, victims, medical professionals, bikers, and public figures, every guest shares a firsthand perspective rarely heard anywhere else. Every episode goes beyond the headlines, exploring crime, prison, addiction, investigations, mental health, redemption, and second chances through honest conversations with the people who experienced them. If you're interested in true crime, criminal justice, prison stories, or extraordinary real-life experiences, Locked In with Ian Bick delivers stories you won't find anywhere else.

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  • Yesterday · 1 hr 47 min· Video

    I Was a Roosevelt Crip — Then Spent 10 Years in Federal Prison | Kurtis "ROLX Carter" Phillip

    Kurtis "ROLX Carter" Phillip grew up on Roosevelt Island, New York, surrounded by gang life from an early age. With family members involved in gangs, he followed the same path, eventually landing in Nassau County Jail twice on robbery and crack-related charges. After beating another robbery case, Kurtis faced an even bigger battle when liver failure left him needing a transplant. But while fighting for his life, federal authorities arrested him in a RICO case that ultimately resulted in a 10-year federal prison sentence. _____________________________________________ Thank you to TALKIATRY, CASH APP & GLD for sponsoring this episode: Talkiatry: Head to https://www.talkiatry.com/lockedin to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. Cash App: Download Cash App today and make your money work for you. Click here to get started: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #CashAppPartner Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card (https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement), Sutton debit flex card (https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton), and Bancorp debit flex card (https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp). Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ GLD: New customers get 50% Off with code LOCKEDIN at GLD.com _____________________________________________ Connect with Kurtis "ROLX Carter" Phillip: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigstatusceo/ Website: https://rolxcartergoharder.com/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: Curtis 'Rolex' Carter 00:36 Growing Up in Poverty on Long Island 02:31 First Exposure to Gangs 04:40 Joining a Gang at Age Seven 06:50 School, Sports, and the Streets 08:49 First Arrest at 16 10:46 Life in Juvenile Detention 15:16 The Code: No Robbing, Only Hustling 16:57 Out of Juvie, Back to the Streets 19:23 Sponsor: Talkiatry 21:57 Second Arrest: Crack Charge 27:24 Comparing County Jail to Rikers 30:37 Money, Family, and a Law Suit 34:55 The Necessity of Violence 36:11 Third Arrest: A Robbery Frame-Up 41:51 Facing Liver Failure in Jail 47:59 A Life-Saving Liver Transplant 50:45 Beating the State Robbery Case 53:47 A Brief Taste of Freedom 56:57 The Feds Come Knocking 58:59 Turning Himself In 01:01:19 Facing a Federal RICO Case 01:03:19 Inside MDC Brooklyn 01:06:45 The Dilemma: A Snitch or a Plea? 01:09:19 Sponsor: GLD Jewelry 01:12:04 Why Taking a Charge Beats Snitching 01:14:40 Pleading Out and Sentencing 01:17:59 Arriving in Federal Prison 01:20:38 Life Inside: Hazelton and Butner 01:24:00 Crip Politics in the Feds 01:28:19 Prison Fights and 924C 01:34:34 Cell Phone Bust in the Shower 01:38:00 Adjusting to Life on the Outside 01:39:47 Staying True to His Vision 01:43:16 Final Thoughts and Advice _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • Yesterday · 1 hr 56 min· Video

    I Caught a $3.8 Million Federal RICO Case — Then Spent 15 Years in Prison | Aaron Peila

    Aaron Peila joins Locked In with Ian Bick to share how his upbringing led him into the streets, where he began hustling, moving serious weight, and getting involved in the music business. His lifestyle eventually caught up with him when a gun charge landed him in Nevada state prison, followed by a $3.8 million federal RICO and money laundering case that resulted in a 16-year sentence. Aaron opens up about his criminal past and the reality of spending over 15 years behind bars in state and federal prison. _____________________________________________ Thank you to GLD, TALKIATRY & CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: GLD: New customers get 50% Off with code LOCKEDIN at GLD.com _____________________________________________ Talkiatry: Head to https://www.talkiatry.com/lockedin to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. _____________________________________________ Cash App: Download Cash App today and make your money work for you. Click here to get started: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #CashAppPartner Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card (https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement), Sutton debit flex card (https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-sutton), and Bancorp debit flex card (https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/debit-flex-card-agreement-bancorp). Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Connect with Aaron Peila: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@peilaroni is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronPeila Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaronpeila?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&vrfl=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaron.peila.2025 Website: Www.cceapparel.com _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Aaron Pila 00:47 Early Life and Moving Around 02:32 Introduction to Drugs and Selling 06:32 Juvenile Trouble and Leaving Home 11:04 Moving to Utah and Drug Dealing 13:36 First Felonies and Probation 17:30 Prison Time and Work Release 19:40 Transition to Music Business 21:00 Rehab in Mexico 25:00 Music Career and Partnership 28:00 Gun Case and Legal Troubles 39:30 State and Federal Sentences 44:00 RICO Indictment and Cooperation 51:00 Life in Federal Prison 01:00:00 Prison Politics and Violence 01:14:00 Putting in Work and Consequences 01:30:00 Daily Life and Prison Dynamics 01:40:00 Release and Reentry Challenges 01:47:00 Reflections and Future Plans _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • Sunday · 1 hr 40 min· Video

    I Was Sentenced to 25 to 50 Years in Prison — Then My NFL Brother Helped Set Me Free | Wayne Smith Jr.

    Wayne Smith Jr. grew up in Philadelphia after losing his father at a young age, eventually finding himself caught up in the streets. At just 20 years old, a shooting changed his life forever and landed him a 25-to-50-year prison sentence. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Wayne opens up about his childhood, the decisions that led him to prison, and what it was like facing decades behind bars. He also shares the incredible story of how his brother made it to the NFL and helped fight for his freedom, giving Wayne a second chance at life. _____________________________________________ Connect with Wayne Smith Jr: Hard Copy of book: https://cavzvv-qb.myshopify.com/ E Book: https://www.amazon.com/clp/B0HJ1HH9LT?lv=shuf&channelId=500 Website: https://awaythatseemsright.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waynet_jr/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Wayne's Crime and Brother's NFL Success 00:32 Childhood in Philadelphia 01:51 Father's Tragic Death 05:53 Impact on Teenage Years 07:51 Toxic Masculinity and Peer Pressure 11:01 First Arrest and Probation 15:52 Struggles with Drugs and Education 20:38 Finishing High School and College Attempts 25:49 Full-Time Street Life 31:18 The Night of the Shooting 35:49 Understanding the Value of Life 39:20 Aftermath and Surrender to God 47:52 Arrest and Surrender 52:49 Months of Freedom and Faith 56:05 Turning Himself In 01:00:00 Prison Experience and Faith 01:06:55 New Evidence and New Trial 01:10:58 Brother's NFL Career and Support 01:14:30 Life in Maximum Security Prison 01:19:48 Release and Adjusting to Freedom 01:24:00 New Evidence Leads to Release 01:32:00 Reflections and Redemption 01:36:44 Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • Thursday · 4 hr 9 min· Video

    I Was an NYC Cop During the Crack Epidemic — Then I Was Sent to Prison | Pete Thron

    Pete Thron was a New York City Housing Authority police officer during the height of the crack epidemic in the 1980s and 1990s, patrolling the dangerous streets of Harlem and Upper Manhattan. From making over 700 arrests to working alongside federal agents on major narcotics investigations, Pete helped take down powerful drug organizations, including one case that resulted in 30 members of a major crack cocaine operation being federally convicted. But after years of putting criminals behind bars, Pete found himself on the other side of the justice system. He reveals how alleged police corruption led to a robbery conviction he maintains was unjust, a two-to-four-year New York State prison sentence, and the shocking reality of going from police officer to inmate. Pete shares untold stories from the streets of New York City, dangerous drug investigations, federal task forces, corruption, and what really happens when the system you once served turns against you. _____________________________________________ Thank you to STIO for sponsoring this episode: Ski season's almost here. Gear up now, the way the locals do. Go to http://stio.com/ianbick for 20% off your order. _____________________________________________ Connect with Pete Thron: Buy his books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07ZVVX3XS?ccs_id=8556d38c-a5a5-4596-b723-dd60b45c51ae Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeteThron _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:35 Early Life and Baseball Dreams 04:10 Becoming a Housing Cop 06:00 Field Training and First Lessons 09:55 First Building Check and a Close Call 15:18 Moving to Pressure Point 18:00 EDP Call and Mace Incident 21:00 Witnessing Jumpers 22:17 Transfer to Harlem 23:48 Sponsor Message 25:35 Narcotics Work and Making Collars 27:00 Targeting East Side Drug Operations 29:00 First Shooting 35:20 Department Politics and Denied Promotion 37:30 Flipping Informants 42:00 Warrants and the Little House on the Prairie 45:50 TT and the Drug Ledger 50:00 The Case Builds 53:00 Nose Ripped Off 01:00:00 Recovery and Getting Cleared 01:01:30 The Purple Gang 01:03:40 Apartment Break-In 01:07:50 Gun Missing and Back on Patrol 01:14:00 Undercover Work and Buying Guns 01:17:00 Arresting Charmaine 01:20:50 Federal Deputization and Arrests 01:24:00 Greek Mob Investigation 01:27:50 Meeting Bazo 01:33:00 Declining Going Undercover 01:35:00 Going to Anti-Crime 01:39:30 First Anti-Crime Case 01:46:00 Pitbull Shooting 01:49:00 Tackling a Suspect 01:59:00 Last Night in Anti-Crime 02:12:45 Undercover Buy Goes Wrong 02:18:00 Repercussions and Robbery Accusation 02:26:00 Foreboding Meeting with ADA 02:30:00 Arraignment and Bail 02:34:00 Trial and Testimony 02:49:00 Taking the Stand 02:55:00 Jury Charges and Verdict 03:01:00 Sentencing 03:09:00 Appeal and Disappointment 03:11:30 Entering Prison 03:15:40 Life in Prison 03:21:00 Parole Hearing 03:39:00 Stabbed in Prison 03:44:00 Cauterizing the Wound 03:47:00 Broken Toe 03:49:00 Witnessing CO Brutality 03:56:00 Post-Prison Struggles 04:04:00 Reflections and Closing _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • November 4 · 2 hr 5 min· Video

    I Was an NYPD Cop for 24 Years — Here's How We Took Down NYC's Most Dangerous Gangs | Michael Lau

    Michael Lau spent 24 years with the NYPD, rising from rookie cop to Deputy Inspector. An immigrant from Hong Kong who grew up surrounded by gang violence in Chinatown, he went on to patrol some of NYC's toughest neighborhoods, including Chinatown and Harlem. Michael shares wild stories of taking down dangerous gang members, making arrests, confronting organized crime, and climbing the ranks to become an NYPD commander. _____________________________________________ Thank you to STIO for sponsoring this episode: Ski season's almost here. Gear up now, the way the locals do. Go to http://stio.com/ianbick for 20% off your order. _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Cop vs. Flying Dragons 00:33 Early Life and Immigration 01:28 Childhood in Alphabet City 02:21 Move to Rucker Housing 02:53 Mother Robbed at Knife Point 06:28 Decision to Become a Cop 07:12 Joining the NYPD 08:30 Chinatown Gangs and First Jobs 11:04 Police Academy and Harlem 12:03 Return to Chinatown 13:15 Combating Gang Extortion 15:03 Plainclothes and Undercover Work 16:54 First Arrest and Helping Others 18:23 Tragic Story of a Gang Member 25:39 Structure of Chinatown Gangs 28:05 Working with Informants 30:00 Promotions and Politics in NYPD 32:41 Plainclothes Stories and JFK Jr. 36:32 Threats and Shootout with Flying Dragons 45:03 RICO Cases and Dismantling Gangs 48:03 Extortion and Community Impact 50:35 Heartbreaking Notification 55:45 Becoming Sergeant 57:38 Quotas and Leadership 01:01:55 Chinatown Rapist Task Force 01:02:58 Cultural Crimes and Scams 01:04:52 Gambling, Prostitution, and Modern Crime 01:07:25 Gambling Raids and Undercover Ops 01:08:27 Lieutenant: Queens Gang Squad 01:12:07 Gang Cases and RICO Investigations 01:15:11 Encounters with Former Criminals 01:18:03 Retirement and Vice Enforcement 01:20:52 Captain: Community Affairs 01:27:52 Deputy Inspector: Commanding Officer 01:31:00 Chinatown Parking and Politics 01:33:03 Leave of Absence and Return 01:36:00 Vice and Search Warrants 01:37:11 Shooting on East Broadway 01:41:16 Corruption and Internal Affairs 01:46:40 Types of IAB Officers 01:49:21 Petty Investigations and Integrity Tests 01:50:38 Steven Lee Case Discussion 01:53:03 Retirement and Life After NYPD 01:56:33 Policing Today and Public Perception 02:01:19 Police Presence and Deterrence 02:04:36 Final Reflections and Book Announcement _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • November 3 · 2 hr 14 min· Video

    My Drunk Driving Accident Killed a Man — Then I Spent 6 Years in Prison | Bo Cornelius

    Bo Cornelius went from battling alcohol addiction to serving six years in Missouri state prison after a drunk driving accident took another man's life. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Bo opens up about how his drinking spiraled out of control, the devastating day that changed two families forever, and what it took to survive behind bars. He shares how prison forced him to confront his actions, rebuild his life, and discover a new purpose. Today, as the founder of Second Mountain, Bo is helping transform prison culture through leadership programs that empower incarcerated individuals and correctional staff across state and federal facilities. _____________________________________________ Connect with Bo Cornelius: https://www.secondmountainleadership.org/about-us _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Drinking Every Day 00:32 Who Is Bo Cornelius? 00:52 Childhood and Moving Around 02:38 Following His Mom's Marriages 03:18 A Chip on His Shoulder 05:16 Childhood Trauma and Religious Abuse 07:02 Finding Perspective in Prison 09:48 Where Leadership Came From 12:00 What Money Meant to Him 13:42 The First Drink at Work 15:12 Pain, Pills, and Escalation 17:02 Seizures and Probation 19:50 The Rehab That Failed 21:05 Family History of Addiction 22:37 How the Community Saw Him 23:54 The Day of the Accident 28:00 Learning Someone Died 31:32 Functioning While Drunk 33:25 Community Reaction and Shame 36:58 Depression in the Aftermath 38:20 The First Prison Visit 41:48 Facing the Prison Sentence 43:52 Why His Wife Stayed 47:56 Preparing for Prison 49:18 First Day Behind Bars 54:11 Entry Point and Rock Bottom 57:53 From Five House to 16 House 01:00:10 Finding His Way in Prison 01:03:38 Prison Politics Surprises 01:07:53 Why Prisons Make It That Way 01:11:43 Case Managers and Counselors 01:14:40 No Real Job Training 01:17:30 Why He Chose the Dog Program 01:21:00 The Moment It Hit Him 01:22:36 The Day Kenny Died 01:28:00 Finding Leadership at the Summit 01:33:20 Building Community Behind Bars 01:37:17 Writing the GLA Proposal 01:40:02 Launching the GLA Program 01:43:55 How the Program Works 01:48:40 Sticking With It After Release 01:51:20 The Summit After Prison 01:54:01 Starting Second Mountain 01:59:00 Returning to Prison 02:00:10 The Death That Changed Things 02:03:40 Bridging Inmates and Staff 02:08:51 What He Values Now 02:09:39 Trying to Make Amends 02:10:50 Advice to His Teenage Self 02:14:31 Closing Thoughts _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • November 2 · 1 hr 45 min· Video

    I Was a Massachusetts State Trooper for 32 Years — The Boston Marathon Bombing Broke Me | Richard Chase

    Richard Chase spent 32 years as a Massachusetts State Trooper, facing armed criminals, dangerous pursuits, and life-or-death situations. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, he shares unforgettable stories from his career, including being shot at, saving lives, leading critical incidents, and his involvement in the Boston Marathon bombing manhunt and terrifying Watertown shootout. Richard reveals how decades of trauma, especially the events surrounding the bombing, ultimately broke him, leading to severe PTSD and a personal crisis that forced him to seek help. Now, through his memoir I Promise to Come Home, he opens up about the hidden cost of wearing the badge and the battles that follow officers long after their careers end. _____________________________________________ Thank you to STIO for sponsoring this episode: Ski season's almost here. Gear up now, the way the locals do. Go to http://stio.com/ianbick for 20% off your order. _____________________________________________ Connect with Richard Chase: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richardchaseauthor/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Promise-Come-Home-Richard-Chase-ebook/dp/B0FN4PH9WH/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=SZB5G&content-id=amzn1.sym.ac827e48-2948-4721-83ef-3e7648ac35cb&pf_rd_p=ac827e48-2948-4721-83ef-3e7648ac35cb&pf_rd_r=143-6541181-3491660&pd_rd_wg=B1IXp&pd_rd_r=9eebc4e8-614b-45ff-8737-dc0ac8c84d8a _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 A Trooper's Breaking Point 00:40 Growing Up in Charlestown 01:36 Family and Baseball Dreams 03:14 Stumbling Into Policing 05:04 Joining the Metropolitan Police 06:36 The State Police Merger 08:38 Patrol in Late-'80s Boston 10:35 Breaking In as a Rookie 13:39 Saving Lives on Bridges 19:00 Chasing Robbers: The Mongoose Story 24:20 The Esplanade Bike Robbery 27:20 School Shootings and Changing Times 29:54 Technology and Police Cameras 33:31 Homelessness and the Mob 34:54 Life After the Merger 38:24 Trooper vs. Metropolitan Culture 40:46 Fatal Motorcycle Crash 42:55 Speeding Tickets and Empathy 50:23 Responding to Bad Accidents 54:08 The 135 MPH Drunk Driver 58:23 Climbing the Ranks 01:01:35 The Cruiser Accident 01:04:31 Boston Marathon Manhunt 01:09:00 Firefight in Watertown 01:14:44 Surrounding the Boat 01:19:59 PTSD Diagnosis and Recovery 01:26:43 Retirement and Back Injuries 01:27:52 The Lost Boy at the Carnival 01:33:30 Authenticity in Policing 01:39:01 Writing 'I Promise to Come Home' 01:41:35 Helping First Responders with PTSD _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • November 1 · 1 hr 43 min· Video

    I Got 25 to Life for a Crime I Didn't Commit — Then Spent 27 Years in Prison | Mario Perez

    Mario Perez was sentenced to 25 years to life for a crime he says he never committed. After serving 27 years behind bars, including 15 years in solitary confinement, he reveals what prison did to him and how he survived. _____________________________________________ #rikersisland #prison #truecrimestories #newyork _____________________________________________ Thank you to STIO for sponsoring this episode: Ski season's almost here. Gear up now, the way the locals do. Go to http://stio.com/ianbick for 20% off your order. _____________________________________________ Connect with Mario Perez: https://www.instagram.com/mario_machete727?obrf=MWM5dGxndDk5MnF6Mg== _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Surviving Among Serial Killers 00:28 Mario's Background and Childhood 01:44 Family and Early Life 02:24 First Crime and Juvenile Detention 04:11 First Poor Choice: The Axe Incident 05:52 Growing Up in the Streets and Gang Involvement 07:50 Parental Discipline and Its Effects 11:07 Rikers Island at 16 13:25 Prison Survival and Making a Name 15:00 Release and More Trouble 17:48 Arrested for Murder: The Setup 19:38 The Alleged Setup and Trial 23:11 Where Were You the Day of the Murder? 26:01 The Corrupt Officer and Witnesses 28:38 Shock and Reaction to the Arrest 31:30 Sponsor Break 32:54 Moving to Adult Prison 34:21 Fighting the Case and Trial Preparation 37:00 The First Trial and Hung Jury 38:44 Rejecting Plea Deals 40:06 Second Trial and Conviction 42:40 Sentencing and the Impact 43:43 The Irony of Deaths 44:01 Entering the Prison System 45:10 Survival Strategies in Prison 50:58 Encounters with David Berkowitz (Son of Sam) 54:39 Meeting Mad Dog Sullivan and Others 57:20 Interactions with Other Notorious Inmates 01:00:05 Mob Figures and Lessons Learned 01:03:31 Correction Officers and Solitary Confinement 01:05:24 Mental State and Adjusting to Society 01:07:56 Prison Life and Relationships 01:10:23 Escape Fantasies and Worst Actions 01:13:59 Weapons and Contraband 01:17:41 Conjugal Visits and Prison Pen Pals 01:20:08 Technological Changes After Release 01:22:51 Personal Transformation and Peace 01:25:00 Parole Hearings and Release 01:28:19 Adjusting to Life Outside 01:30:15 Rebuilding Life After Prison 01:32:43 Current Life and Engagement 01:34:51 Advice to Younger Self 01:39:29 Bad Days and Coping Mechanisms 01:41:32 Finding Peace and Gratitude 01:42:12 Closing Remarks and Thanks _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 29 · 2 hr 27 min· Video

    I Was an NYPD Detective for 16 Years — These Are My Most Disturbing Homicide Cases | Mike Mulroy

    Mike Mulroy spent 21 years with the NYPD, including 16 years as a detective investigating homicides, robberies, and violent crimes in some of the Bronx's most dangerous precincts. From deadly shootings and disturbing murder investigations to death threats and responding to the aftermath of 9/11, Mulroy shares his most unforgettable true crime stories and the realities of life as a Bronx detective. _____________________________________________ Thank you to TALKIATRY & CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: Talkiatry: Head to https://www.talkiatry.com/lockedin to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. _____________________________________________ Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Connect with Mike Mulroy: Buy his book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GSSPRW3C?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 A Detective's Chilling First Case 00:54 Growing Up in River Edge 03:13 Father, Firehouse, and a Dream 05:02 Joining the NYPD in 1989 07:44 Academy Days and First Assignments 09:02 The Happy Land Fire 11:28 Early Encounters with Death 12:32 The Off-Duty Robbery 15:07 The 44th Precinct: Busiest in the World 16:56 The Psychotic Woman with the Cigar 20:18 The Family Annihilation on Walton Avenue 22:20 The Cost of Unseen Trauma 24:45 The Wild Shootout on Jessup Avenue 30:00 Going Undercover in Uniform 34:00 The Threat with Ouzis 38:10 Taking Down the Dealer Brothers 41:00 Moving to the 47th Precinct 45:00 The Murder of Nelly Huck 48:00 Uncovering the Body in the Floor 50:00 Delivering the Worst News 53:00 The Art of Interrogation 58:00 Hunting a Savage Killer 01:04:00 The Bodega Robbery 01:12:00 The Prostitute and the Informant 01:18:00 The Brothers with Gangrene 01:21:00 Ground Zero: The Morgue and the Landfill 01:29:00 Facing Life After Cancer 01:31:00 The Nelly Investigation Goes Cold 01:40:00 A Medium and a Message 01:44:00 The Killers Confess 01:51:00 Trigger: The One That Got Away 01:55:00 The Body in the Furnace 02:01:00 The Children in the Closet 02:08:00 Funny Moments with Whiz 02:11:00 The Canada Trip 02:14:00 The Suicidal Cop in Atlantic City 02:18:00 The Last Case: Sadie Mitchell 02:22:00 Retirement and Reflection 02:26:00 Final Thoughts and the Book _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 28 · 1 hr 53 min· Video

    I Robbed a RadioShack — Then Got 30 Years in Prison | Taveuan Williams

    Taveuan Williams walked into a RadioShack in Denver intending to rob it, but what started as a robbery for a few hundred dollars turned into a six-hour hostage standoff where he fired shots at police. Sentenced to 30 years in prison, he spent over a decade behind bars before creating a 71-page portfolio that convinced his former prosecutor to support reducing his sentence. After serving 13 and a half years, he shares the full story of the standoff, prison, and his unexpected second chance. _____________________________________________ Thank you to CASH APP & TALKIATRY for sponsoring this episode: Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Talkiatry: Head to https://www.talkiatry.com/lockedin to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. _____________________________________________ Connect with Taveuan Williams: https://www.instagram.com/taveuan/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Tavon's Story: From Robbery to Redemption 00:48 Growing Up on Denver's East Side 02:19 Losing His Father at Nine 04:56 Dreams and Football 07:27 First Robbery and Juvenile Detention 10:16 Life in a Military-Style Juvenile Facility 13:55 Release and Return to Crime 17:33 Daily Life of Robbing Houses 20:27 Reflecting on the Impact of His Crimes 25:15 The 2012 RadioShack Robbery and Standoff 30:56 Six Hours of Terror and Surrender 36:26 Deciding to Shoot and the Aftermath 40:00 The Turning Point: Surrendering 44:33 Arrest and Interrogation 49:40 Legal Battles and Plea Deal 52:42 Facing a 30-Year Sentence 01:00:00 Prison Arrival and Parole Date 01:04:00 Transfer to Sterling Prison 01:08:00 Mentors and Personal Growth in Prison 01:13:00 Pursuing Education and Self-Development 01:21:00 Fighting for Sentence Reduction 01:25:00 The Setback: Losing Earn Time 01:29:00 Resentencing and Community Corrections 01:33:00 Release and Transition Challenges 01:38:00 Adapting to Life Outside 01:42:00 Emotional Adjustment and Relationships 01:46:00 Making Peace with Victims 01:49:00 Future Plans and Words to Younger Self _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 27 · 1 hr 56 min· Video

    I Spent 30 Years as a Cop — These Are the Calls I'll Never Forget | Kristen Ziman

    Kristen Ziman spent nearly 30 years in law enforcement, rising through the ranks to become the first female police chief in Aurora, Illinois, history. In 2019, she was leading the department when a gunman opened fire at the Henry Pratt Company, killing five employees and shooting five police officers. In this episode, Kristen takes us through her career in policing, the toughest calls she responded to, the challenges of leadership, and what it was like leading her department through a mass shooting. _____________________________________________ Thank you to CASH APP & TALKIATRY for sponsoring this episode: Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Talkiatry: Head to https://www.talkiatry.com/lockedin to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. _____________________________________________ Connect with Kristen Ziman: Website: https://kristenziman.com/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Reimagining-Blue-Thoughts-Leadership-Policing-ebook/dp/B09YVPJS8K?ref_=ast_author_mpb _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 The Active Shooter Call 01:04 Growing Up Around Policing 03:47 High School and the Police Cadet Program 06:22 Moving Up the Ranks 08:19 The Women Who Came Before 13:05 Surprises of the Job 15:01 First Body Bags 16:15 Gang Violence and Senseless Killings 18:53 The Public's Perception of Police 23:02 Running Toward Gunfire 26:24 The Stress of Training 27:21 Growing Callous 30:07 Becoming a DV Detective 34:02 Why DV Cases Are So Hard 37:26 From Patrol to Sergeant 40:36 The Lieutenant Test 47:39 Life as a Lieutenant 48:43 The Helicopter Crash 53:08 Preparing to Be a Leader 55:31 Chosen as Commander 58:16 The Value of Education 01:01:32 What Commanders Really Do 01:04:48 Building Community Trust 01:14:32 The Loneliness of the Chief 01:20:46 Should a Chief Be Elected 01:23:04 Preparing for the Worst 01:26:06 February 15th, 2019 01:31:49 The Aftermath of a Mass Shooting 01:41:08 Retirement and Finding Peace 01:49:00 The Beatings Won't Stop _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 26 · 1 hr 39 min· Video

    I Got Life in Prison for a Crime I Didn't Commit — 22 Years Later, I Was Exonerated | Sonny Bharadia

    Sandeep "Sonny" Bharadia spent more than 22 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit. In 2003, he was convicted of a brutal home invasion and sexual assault in Georgia and sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, despite maintaining his innocence and having an alibi placing him more than 250 miles away from the crime. Years later, DNA testing on a pair of gloves worn by the attacker excluded Sonny and matched the very man who had testified against him in court. But even with that evidence, Sonny remained behind bars, fighting a legal system that repeatedly denied him a new trial. After more than two decades of imprisonment, his conviction was finally overturned in 2024, and he was officially exonerated in May 2025. _____________________________________________ Thank you to TALKIATRY & CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: Talkiatry: Head to https://www.talkiatry.com/lockedin to complete the short assessment and get matched with an in‑network psychiatrist in just a few minutes. _____________________________________________ Cash App: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Connect with Sonny Bharadia: https://www.instagram.com/sonb1944/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introducing Sunny Baradia 00:40 Sunny's Early Life and Career 02:44 The Crime and Arrest 07:36 Conviction and Sentencing 12:38 Bail and Legal Representation 14:49 Family Support 22:31 Sponsor Break: Talkiatry 24:38 Life in Prison 41:00 Sponsor Break: Cash App Green 42:58 Mental Struggles and Suicide Attempt 45:37 Appeals and Innocence Project 57:02 Relationships and Communication 01:01:04 Escape Thoughts 01:03:29 Final Appeal and Release 01:07:23 Fight for Exoneration 01:10:26 Reflecting on Prison Violence 01:12:11 Adjusting to Freedom 01:16:34 Advocacy and Purpose 01:21:39 Health and Trauma 01:24:20 Forgiveness and Moving Forward 01:30:44 Future Plans and Dreams 01:39:09 Closing and Gratitude _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 25 · 2 hr· Video

    I Got Life in Prison — Then I Escaped | Stephen McCreary

    Stephen McCreary was sentenced to life in prison for second-degree murder in 1977 after growing up in the dangerous streets of Detroit, surrounded by some of the city's most ruthless killers. While serving his sentence, he offered a deputy warden $10,000 to help lower his security classification, eventually escaping a Michigan prison in December 1987. He spent time on the run in New York and Hawaii before being caught trying to obtain a passport. After his escape, Stephen spent decades in maximum-security prisons, ultimately serving 41 years behind bars. Today, he takes us inside his life of crime, his daring prison escape, surviving some of Michigan's toughest prisons, and what it was like to finally walk free after more than four decades. _____________________________________________ Thank you to AG1 & GLD for sponsoring this episode: AG1: Go to https://drinkag1.com/lockedin and for a limited time, get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro. _____________________________________________ GLD: New customers get 40% Off with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Hitman Who Escaped 00:40 Growing Up in Detroit 02:29 Parents' Divorce and Father's Breakdown 04:06 Falling In With the Wrong Crowd 07:39 Lost Basketball Dreams 08:52 Stealing Guns at 16 13:00 The Robbery Plan 15:52 Shooting the Kingpin 19:53 Arrest and Life Sentence 24:54 Tried to Escape Day One 27:51 Mentored by the Most Feared Man 33:47 Entering Jackson Prison 39:30 Prison Yard Politics 44:52 The Deputy Warden Connection 47:35 The Escape Deal 51:05 The Shakedown 53:00 Paying Off the Warden 56:03 Escaping Over the Fence 01:05:38 Mother Picks Him Up 01:09:04 The Failed Getaway 01:11:22 Fleeing to New York 01:14:04 Hawaii and Final Plans 01:15:30 The Capture 01:18:42 Testifying Against the Warden 01:21:23 Federal Prison Life 01:24:48 Back to State Prison 01:26:04 14 Years in Level Five 01:28:07 Targeted by Hitmen 01:31:22 The Parole Board Hearings 01:34:44 Codefendant Saves His Life 01:42:22 A Knife Attack Over a Book 01:47:47 Growth Behind Bars 01:53:02 Finally Free After 41 Years 01:57:00 Life Lessons and Reflections _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 22 · 1 hr 59 min· Video

    I Was a California Prison Guard — Then I Exposed the Deadliest Prison in America | Richard Caruso

    Richard Caruso is a former California correctional officer and Marine Corps veteran who helped expose one of the darkest scandals in American prison history. While working at Corcoran State Prison, he witnessed a system where rival inmates were allegedly deliberately placed together to fight, with guards sometimes using deadly force. After bringing evidence to the FBI, Caruso faced death threats, retaliation, and the destruction of his law enforcement career. He ultimately reached a $1.7 million settlement with California. Now he shares the disturbing reality of Corcoran's infamous "Gladiator Days," the price he paid for speaking out, and what happens when a prison guard turns against the system he once served. _____________________________________________ Thank you to GLD & AG1 for sponsoring this episode: GLD: New customers get 40% Off with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ _____________________________________________ AG1: Go to https://drinkag1.com/lockedin and for a limited time, get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro. _____________________________________________ Connect with Richard Caruso: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C9PuUb76u/?mibextid=wwXIfr _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Deadliest Prison 00:34 Richard Caruso's Early Life and Family 04:44 Joining the Marine Corps 09:00 Marine Corps Training and Graduation 11:49 Becoming a Correctional Officer 13:25 First Prison Job at Mule Creek 14:54 Transfer to Corcoran State Prison 17:00 Gladiator Fights at Corcoran 21:44 Sponsor Break: GLD Jewelry 23:12 Realization of Wrongdoing 26:42 Brother's Arrest and Change of Heart 29:20 Decision to Expose the Violence 35:54 Collecting Evidence and FBI Involvement 45:36 Sponsor Break: AG1 47:51 Meeting with the Warden 51:01 Protection from Inmates 52:56 Transfer to Vacaville and Lawsuit 56:09 Senate Hearings and Reforms 01:00:00 Governor's Involvement and Settlement 01:08:00 Federal Indictments and Trial 01:20:01 Video Evidence of Inmate Shooting 01:26:00 Reflections on Accountability 01:30:00 Prison Stories: Booty Bandit and Others 01:33:04 Making of the Movie 'Felon' 01:38:58 Charles Manson Stories 01:49:00 Philosophy on Hope and Redemption 01:54:00 Closing Thoughts and Legacy _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 21 · 1 hr 48 min· Video

    I Was an ICE Agent for 25 Years — Here's What They Don't Tell You | Eric Balliet

    Eric Balliet spent more than 25 years as a federal law enforcement agent investigating some of the world's most dangerous drug cartels and criminal organizations. From patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border to helping capture notorious cartel leader El Chapo twice, Eric takes us inside the hidden world of drug trafficking, human smuggling, underground tunnels, and corruption. He also served as a top law enforcement advisor to the Secretary of Homeland Security under both Obama and Trump, giving him a rare perspective on what really happens behind the scenes at ICE, the border, and the highest levels of government. Now retired, Eric reveals the realities of fighting organized crime and the stories behind his book, Kingpins & Coyotes. _____________________________________________ Thank you to AG1 & GLD for sponsoring this episode: AG1: Go to https://drinkag1.com/lockedin and for a limited time, get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro. _____________________________________________ GLD: New customers get 40% Off with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ _____________________________________________ Connect with Eric Balliet: Website: https://www.kingpinsandcoyotes.com/bio Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H9JSVJT2?lv=shuf&bestFormat=true&channelId=704&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_C1GTVD3KQ35B9YVK5WES&plpRedirect=mhFallback LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-balliet/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: 25 Years Chasing Cartels 00:00 Early Border Patrol Years 00:31 Growing Up in Syracuse 02:30 Finding Law Enforcement 05:40 College Years and Joining Border Patrol 28:00 Becoming an ICE Agent 31:30 Early ICE Career 34:20 The Main Drugs 39:20 Following a Vehicle 44:10 Playing Whack-a-Mole with Stash Houses 47:00 Life Inside a Cartel 50:00 Cartel Comms Evolution 51:20 Cartel Communication 55:00 Cartel's Desert Scouts 56:10 Cartel Counter-Intel and Comms 57:00 Why Interdiction Fails 59:00 How Cartels Absorb Losses 01:01:10 Inside Cartel Recruitment and Crews 01:02:40 Violence on the US Side 01:05:00 Cartel's Stance on Law Enforcement 01:06:00 Cartel Human Smuggling Networks 01:08:00 How Cartels Tax Human Smugglers 01:11:40 US Border Security Failures 01:13:40 The 'Carry Her' Intercept 01:16:20 Terrorists on the Border 01:19:40 ICE's Shift to Civil Enforcement 01:24:40 Kingpins vs. Kingdoms 01:26:40 Dismantling the Kingdom 01:28:30 Corruption and Convictions 01:30:50 Why Banks Turn a Blind Eye 01:32:50 Not a Winning Battle 01:35:50 Public Misconceptions 01:44:00 What Comes Now 01:46:50 The Book and the Next Chapter _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 20 · 1 hr 32 min· Video

    I Got Life in Federal Prison for Trafficking Marijuana | Corvain Cooper

    Corvain Cooper grew up surrounded by the drug game before finding his own way into the streets, starting with fraud before eventually becoming a major player in marijuana trafficking. What began small grew into a massive operation shipping marijuana from California across state lines, until federal authorities took it down and prosecutors tied the conspiracy to more than 35 tons of weed. Corvain was ultimately sentenced to mandatory life in federal prison, where he faced the reality that he might never come home. He shares how the operation grew, what led to his downfall, surviving a life sentence, and the fight for freedom that eventually led to President Donald Trump commuting his sentence in 2021. _____________________________________________ Thank you to GLD & AG1 for sponsoring this episode: GLD: New customers get 40% Off with code LOCKEDIN at https://www.gld.com/ _____________________________________________ AG1: Go to https://drinkag1.com/lockedin and for a limited time, get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro. _____________________________________________ Connect with Corvain Cooper: Website: https://linkin.bio/40tonsbrand/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corvaincooper/?hl=en _____________________________________________ Want to support Locked In and help us keep bringing you these stories? Become a member and get bonus episodes, ad-free listening, exclusive content + a FREE welcome box. Join now: https://lockedin.supportingcast.fm/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Corvain Cooper's Life Sentence 00:42 Growing Up in South Central LA 03:32 Childhood Influence and Parents' Addiction 05:34 Young Corvain's Hustle and White-Collar Crime 08:23 Getting Into the Streets 11:00 Juvenile Detention and Learning Discipline 13:34 Fake Rim Company and Fraud Schemes 16:03 Transition to Marijuana Trafficking 23:15 Partnerships and Risk in Drug Game 27:00 Legalization and Incarceration for Marijuana 33:34 Expansion to Charlotte and Things Heat Up 37:00 Betrayal and Losses in Charlotte 40:00 Arrest and Trial Preparation 44:00 Charges and Conspiracy Law 48:00 Trial and Conviction 54:00 Sentencing and Life in Prison 01:01:00 Clemency and Release 01:06:00 Life in USP Atwater and Pollock 01:11:00 Prison Survival and Discipline 01:16:00 Post-Release Life and Advocacy 01:25:00 Reflections and Lessons Learned _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 19 · 1 hr 13 min· Video

    I'm an EMT — These Are the 911 Calls I Can't Forget | Brendan Thomas Pt. 2

    Brendan Thomas returns to Locked In with Ian Bick, but this time he's sharing a completely different side of his life. After six years working as an EMT in Connecticut, Brendan has responded to emergencies most people could never imagine. From heartbreaking calls and disturbing scenes to the moments that still haunt him, he opens up about the reality of being a first responder, the emotional toll of witnessing tragedy, and what it's like carrying those experiences long after the shift ends. This episode takes you behind the ambulance doors to reveal a side of emergency medicine the public rarely gets to hear about. _____________________________________________ Watch part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=24JRbCS9_L8 _____________________________________________ Connect with Brendan Thomas: https://www.instagram.com/bthomas_860?mdxt=YXBuaDZubjZoZ2Nu _____________________________________________ Tired of ads interrupting the podcast? Become a Locked In member and listen completely ad-free — plus get bonus episodes, exclusive content & a FREE welcome box. Join now: https://lockedin.supportingcast.fm/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:43 Brendan's Background 03:31 EMT vs Paramedic 04:55 Night Shifts 07:02 Choosing Hospitals 07:53 Types of Calls 09:41 Ambulance Speed 12:03 First Time Driving 14:00 Heart-Racing Calls 17:04 Early Career Trauma 19:02 Emotional Toll 21:49 PTSD and Coping 23:43 Motorcycle Accident 28:54 Following Up on Calls 31:28 Motorcycle Accidents 33:00 Lucky Motorcyclist 34:41 Unnecessary Calls 35:45 Silly Calls 38:30 Hoarder House 43:38 Decomposed Bodies 45:46 Rude Patients 47:28 Grateful Patient 50:57 Unsafe Scenes 53:16 Fights with Kids 57:24 Lying Patients 58:40 Fentanyl Overdoses 59:59 Choking Calls 01:02:13 School Incidents 01:03:36 Public Misconceptions 01:04:07 Job Toll 01:06:31 Burnout and Relapse 01:09:17 Recovery and Therapy 01:12:13 Closing _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 18 · 1 hr 27 min· Video

    I Got 20 Years in Prison for a Conspiracy to Kill a Cop — This Is How I Survived | Million Dolla $mile

    Million Dolla $mile went from the streets of Queens and running with the G-Unit crew to being sentenced to 20 years in New York State prison for a conspiracy to kill a cop. After serving 16½ years, he opens up about surviving prison, practicing Islam behind the walls, and rebuilding his life through music after coming home. _____________________________________________ Connect with Million Dolla $mile: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milliondollasmile_ny/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MillionDollaSmile Website: https://linktr.ee/milliondollasmile _____________________________________________ Want a FREE Locked In welcome box? Become a member and get the box + bonus episodes, ad-free listening & exclusive content. Join here: https://lockedin.supportingcast.fm/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro: The Million-Dollar Smile 00:34 Growing Up in South Jamaica, Queens 04:19 Discovering Boxing and Learning to Fight 09:39 Teenage Robberies and Juvenile Detention 11:41 The Conspiracy Case and Attica 14:04 Childhood Dreams Before Prison 15:40 Early Cases and Returning to the Streets 16:56 Meeting 50 Cent and Joining G-Unit 20:55 Life on 134th and Learning from Lloyd Banks 25:00 Getting Played and Connecting with Domination 28:00 Best Friend Shot: The Aftermath 32:54 The Case That Led to 16 Years 35:00 High-Profile Inmate at CMC 38:00 Going to Trial and Getting the Max 40:18 Plea Deal and Consecutive Sentences 43:20 Prison Politics and Choosing a Side 47:39 Arriving at Attica 49:50 Violence in Attica 51:40 Transfer to Sing Sing and Prison Business 53:51 The Muslim Community in Prison 59:30 Muslim Policies on Sex Offenders and Snitches 01:00:28 Gang Members Converting to Islam 01:02:00 Muslims vs. Bloods in New York Prisons 01:03:40 Relationships with Female Guards 01:04:08 Transferring Prisons and Honor Block 01:05:30 Murder Over a Slap in Honor Block 01:09:56 Focusing on Education and Mentors 01:11:40 Music and Carnegie Hall in Prison 01:13:05 Marriage and Children in Prison 01:14:30 Release and Adjustment to Modern Life 01:17:20 Creating the Main Smile Character 01:19:30 Views on the Music Industry and G-Unit 01:21:00 Life After Prison: Work and Finances 01:23:50 Advice to Younger Self and Reflections 01:26:00 Dreams of Leaving New York 01:27:20 Closing Remarks _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 15 · 2 hr 17 min· Video

    I Was a Las Vegas Cop for 26 Years — This Is What I Can Never Unsee | Sasha Larkin

    Sasha Larkin spent more than 26 years with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, rising through the ranks to become the first woman in Nevada history to serve as an Assistant Sheriff. In this episode, she takes us inside her career in Las Vegas law enforcement — from her unlikely path from professional dancer and bartender to police officer, to working the streets, rising through leadership, and responding to some of the most difficult moments the city has ever faced. Sasha shares stories from decades on the job, the trauma officers carry home, and her experience serving as an incident commander during the October 1, 2017 Route 91 Harvest Festival mass shooting. Thank you to CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #cashapppod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. 🔒 Want more Locked In? Get bonus episodes, ad-free listening, exclusive content + a FREE welcome box. Subscribe here: https://lockedin.supportingcast.fm/ Connect with Sasha Larkin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sasha-larkin-2012sjs108 Website: https://www.sashalarkin.com/ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/\ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Shooting 00:40 Childhood and Early Life 03:31 Inspired to Become a Cop 04:48 From College to Vegas Showgirl 07:30 The Ride Along That Sparked a Calling 10:40 Family and the Switch to Policing 14:35 The Police Academy: Equal Pay, Equal Hair 19:30 Early Career and Mentors 23:00 A Humbling First Chase 25:15 Realizing Your Strengths 28:20 Policing a Distrustful Community 31:05 The Suicidal Man and the Car Hood Death 36:15 A Captain's Advice: The Gray Cloud 38:20 Becoming a Training Officer 39:10 The First Officer-Involved Shooting 50:55 The Second Shooting: Thanksgiving Chaos 59:20 Guns and Uniforms 01:01:45 The Sergeants Test and Kathy O'Connor 01:07:55 First Day as a Sergeant 01:12:00 The Mosque Outreach 01:17:15 Learning from a Notorious Drug Dealer 01:20:00 The Route 91 Harvest Festival Shooting 01:55:25 Re-Entry and Prison Reform 02:06:15 Retirement and a New Chapter at FIFA 02:14:30 Reflections and Wisdom To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

  • October 14 · 2 hr 10 min· Video

    I Just Got Out After 30 Years in Prison — This Is What It Was Like | Edward Mitchell

    Edward Mitchell entered state custody at just 5 years old and later became associated with the Gorilla Stones Bloods in Brooklyn. After a gang-related drive-by shooting left three people shot and an 11-year-old dead, he was sentenced to 20 years to life. Edward spent nearly 30 years behind bars. He opens up about growing up in prison, surviving decades inside, his thoughts on gang life today, experiencing life and relationships for the first time after release, and how he's now rebuilding his life and making amends. _____________________________________________ Thank you to CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #cashapppod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Want a FREE Locked In welcome box? Become a member and get the box + bonus episodes, ad-free listening & exclusive content. Join here: https://lockedin.supportingcast.fm/ _____________________________________________ Connect with Edward Mitchell: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamedwardmitchell/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1502845946?lv=shuf&bestFormat=true&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAcGRvZgJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAaeXUTjvFlqtnAvWBVdvvvwPw41yLzuqJ8ZuJF110WyhtRenwMRE4lKygtIYQQ_aem_ic37UgGRXH2FKxCec-0OFQ&utm_medium=social&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_2SMSV55M8MP62J7KG1GZ&utm_content=link_in_bio&utm_source=ig&channelId=704&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_2SMSV55M8MP62J7KG1GZ&plpRedirect=mhFallback _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Edward Mitchell's Story 00:28 Sponsor Message: Membership and Cash App 01:07 Childhood in Bushwick and Family Background 02:41 Parents and Upbringing 04:19 Relationship with Father 06:18 Early Influences and Joining a Gang 07:24 Juvenile Detention and First Incarceration 08:05 Shooting by Police at 14 12:52 Aftermath and Joining the Bloods 15:56 Becoming a Blood: Meaning and History 18:00 Bloods History and Set Dynamics 21:35 Verification and Integrity in Gang Life 23:40 Leadership and Responsibility 25:20 Sponsor Message: Cash App Security 28:10 Case at 17: Carjacking and Attempted Murder 30:30 Carjacking Incident and Arrest 33:50 Thoughts on Incarceration and Mindset 35:15 Second Case: Gang-Related Shooting 38:00 Aftermath of Shooting: Guilt and Fear 40:00 On the Run and Betrayal 43:00 Arrest and Codefendant's Betrayal 44:30 Victim's Identity and Remorse 47:00 Arrest and Reaction 49:00 Thoughts on Sentence and Glorification of Prison 51:00 Desensitization and Compassion 52:55 Rikers Island Stories: Leroy Ebron and Fights 55:00 The Bing and Solitary Confinement 01:03:00 Coping Mechanisms in Solitary 01:04:30 Plea Deal and Sentencing 01:08:00 Programs and Education in Prison 01:09:45 Sentencing and Victim Impact 01:12:50 Reflections on Fair Sentence 01:18:40 First Prison: Sing Sing 01:23:20 Violence in Prison: First Cutting 01:27:00 Stabbing Incident and Aftermath 01:28:15 Fight for Sosa and Scars 01:33:00 Prison Life and Violence 01:36:00 Relationships and Love in Prison 01:42:00 Cultural Adaptation and Prison Experience 01:45:55 Reactions to News and Youth Violence 01:49:00 Parole Denials and Spiritual Guidance 01:51:00 Worst and Best Days in Prison 01:55:30 Release and First Day Out 01:58:45 Adjusting to Freedom and Dating 02:02:00 Disappointments and Support Systems 02:04:00 Future Plans and Life After Prison 02:06:30 Advice to Younger Self 02:09:10 Closing and Gratitude _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

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