

Locked In with Ian Bick
Ian Bick
Real stories from the people everyone else judges first. Locked In with Ian Bick is a podcast hosted by Ian Bick, a former federal inmate turned podcaster. The show features raw conversations with former inmates, recovering addicts, bikers, law enforcement officers, attorneys, investigators, and people who have lived through crime, prison, addiction, trauma, and redemption. Each episode dives deep into real prison stories, life inside prison, the criminal justice system, street life, addiction recovery, mental health, and what it takes to rebuild after incarceration. Guests share what really happens behind bars, how people survive prison, and the difficult road to second chances after hitting rock bottom. If you’re interested in prison stories, criminal justice experiences, life after prison, and honest conversations with people who have lived through the darkest chapters of their lives, you’ll feel at home here.
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May 20, 2025 • 1h 32min
Inside an Ex-Drug Dealer’s 400-Month Federal Prison Sentence | Kendrick Fulton
Kendrick Fulton talks about his 400-month sentence for drug dealing, how he navigated life in federal prison, and what kept him going.#LongPrisonSentence #FederalPrison #TrueCrime #DrugTrafficking #JusticeSystem #CrimeAndPunishment #HardTime #exconvict Thank you to LUCY & DRAFT KINGS for sponsoring today’s episode:Lucy: 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. Draft Kings: New players can get FIVE HUNDRED CASINO SPINS ON A FEATURED GAME! Just sign up with code IANBICK and wager a minimum of five dollars to receive FIVE HUNDRED CASINO SPINS ON A FEATURED GAME.Get 35% off polarized glasses at shadyrays.com - code LOCKEDINConnect with Kendrick Fulton:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifeinthefeds?igsh=MXB4ZDJwMjdtbDZoZw==Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Kendrick's Journey Back to Society00:05:20 Childhood Lessons on Work and Values 00:11:00 Navigating Probation and College Life 00:16:34 Why College Isn't for Everyone 00:22:10 The Misrepresentation of Small Operations by the Government00:27:40 Federal Drug Investigation: Conviction Strategies00:33:19 Escaping to Denver: A New Life in Colorado00:39:18 Prison Transport Journey and Challenges00:44:41 Turning Yourself In: The Emotional Journey00:50:18 The Meaning of Forgiveness00:55:53 Lessons from the Streets to Legal Business01:00:54 Defying the Odds: Success Stories of Children with Incarcerated Parents01:06:09 Disparities in Sentencing for Drug Offenses01:14:23 Early Release from Prison Due to COVID-19 Pandemic01:17:18 Life After Imprisonment: New Beginnings in Austin 01:22:57 Transition and Trying Viral Chicken Sandwiches 01:28:31 Future Podcast Plans with KendrickPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 19, 2025 • 1h 45min
The FBI Arrested My Father After 9/11 – I Became an Intelligence Agent to Clear My Family's Name | Khalid Abdulqaadir
Khalid Abdulqaadir was just a kid when the FBI stormed his home and arrested his father in the wake of 9/11. Branded as a national security threat, his family’s life was turned upside down. Determined to prove his father’s innocence, Khalid took an unbelievable path—becoming an intelligence agent himself. This is the mind-blowing story of government surveillance, a wrongful arrest, and the fight for justice from the inside.#FBIArrest #9/11Aftermath #TrueStory #GovernmentSecrets #SurvivorStory #SystemicInjustice #PoliticalScandal #civilrights Thank you to LUCY & SHADY RAYS for sponsoring today’s episode:Lucy: 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. Shady Rays: Get 35% off polarized glasses at shadyrays.com - code LOCKEDINConnect with Khalid Abdulqaadir:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khalid_abdulqaadir/profilecard/?igsh=MW1lbDM2d3dwcDgzbA==Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Introduction and Background of the Guest 00:06:00 Struggles of Balancing Faith and Crime 00:12:11 Journey from St. Louis to Kansas City: A Family Reflection00:19:09 Growing Up with an Unknown Famous Father 00:24:53 Witnessing the 9/11 Attacks on TV 00:31:01 Encounter with the FBI: A Personal Experience 00:37:51 Post-9/11 FBI Interactions 00:43:52 Traumatic Raid Experience 00:50:41 Undercover Pressure: Wearing a Wire 00:56:39 Joining the Military Under Suspicion 01:03:13 Military Racial Profiling and Detainment01:09:37 Encounter with Military Authority and Double Agent Concerns01:15:17 Intense Polygraph Experience and Legal Concerns01:22:26 Impact of the Patriot Act on Civil Rights01:28:13 Fighting Allegations and Seeking Clearance01:34:38 Transition from Intelligence Career to FilmmakingPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 15, 2025 • 1h 19min
How Real Estate Fraud Sent a Mom to Federal Prison for Years | Portia Louder
Portia Louder shares how a real estate fraud scheme sent her to federal prison and how she started over after release.#RealEstateFraud #WhiteCollarCrime #FederalPrison #TrueCrime #LegalTroubles #JusticeSystem #CrimeAndPunishment #fraudexposed 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 Portia Louder:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portialouder/?hl=en Website: https://portialouder.com/Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Growing Up Mormon in Utah 00:04:41 Overcoming Addiction and Parenting Challenges00:09:28 Nicotine Pouches: A New Experience 00:14:38 Transition from Photography to Real Estate Business00:19:18 Real Estate Appraisal Fraud Explained 00:23:54 Federal Investigation and Real Estate Troubles00:28:28 Financial Struggles and Legal Battles Post-200800:33:19 Long-term Impact of Legal Struggles 00:37:52 Navigating the Legal System and Its Impact00:42:24 Navigating Independence After Prison00:47:00 The Emotional Family Struggles Before Sentencing00:51:48 Blogging Controversies and Challenges in Prison00:56:13 Life in a Federal Prison Camp: Truth vs. TV Depictions01:02:00 Unexpected Bonds and Genuine Connections in Prison 01:05:40 Embracing Life After Prison01:10:08 Life After Prison: Adjusting with Family and CareerPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 13, 2025 • 2h 7min
Prison War Stories from the Most Brutal New York Prison Units | Michael 'Champ' Baker
Michael 'Champ' Baker shares the brutal realities of surviving in New York’s most dangerous prisons and the unwritten rules of survival.#PrisonWarStories #TrueCrime #GangWars #LifeBehindBars #JusticeSystem #SurvivalTactics #CrimeAndConsequences #HardenedCriminalsThank 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 Michael Champ Baker:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/championstyletv?igsh=MW1yNmVpamdsZ3p5aA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://youtube.com/@championstyletv?si=NlX9t9gFVInGoNbR"Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Growing Up in New York Projects00:08:00 Peer Pressure and Turning Point in 1995 00:16:07 Drug Trade and Control in Prison 00:23:24 Unexpected Police Encounter00:30:58 A Sign from Above: A Life-Changing Letter00:38:49 Taking Plea Deals: A Personal Account 00:46:04 Surviving Riker's Island: A Harrowing Experience00:53:42 Adjusting to Life in Five Main Housing Unit 01:04:39 Surviving the Challenges in Jail01:09:59 Life and Survival in Rikers Island 01:16:24 Therapy vs. Religion as Coping Mechanisms 01:23:37 The SoHo Spiderman Case 01:31:21 Success Story: From Inmate to College Graduate 01:38:55 Launch of Viral Magazine Featuring Nicki Minaj01:46:39 Navigating the Music Industry: Connections and Opportunities01:54:19 Public Apology and Regret 02:02:00 Viral Interview with Freaky Zy on Champion Style TVPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 11, 2025 • 1h 5min
Inside My 5 Years as a Rikers Island Prison Guard | Isaiah Finnie
Isaiah Finnie describes his five years as a Rikers Island prison guard, the violence he witnessed, and the challenges of working in the system.#PrisonGuard #RikersIsland #LifeBehindBars #TrueCrime #LawEnforcement #BrutalReality #CrimeAndPunishment #SurvivorConnect with Isaiah Finnie:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rozay111?igsh=MTR3eGFxN2x5ZjUwMA==Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Inside Look: Rikers Island Life from a Correctional Officer's Perspective00:03:33 Challenges in Law Enforcement and Corrections 00:07:24 Becoming a New York City Correction Officer at 2100:11:08 Growing Up in New York City: Choosing the Right Path 00:15:02 Challenges in Correctional Training00:18:42 Relationships Between Correctional Officers and Inmates00:22:41 First Experiences on the Job 00:26:43 Surrounded by Inmates: A Scary Encounter00:30:20 The Reality of Being Mace-Sprayed00:34:04 The Story of My First Real Fight as a CEO00:38:00 Conflict Between New and Experienced Officers 00:41:51 Corruption and Contraband in Jail 00:45:33 The Flawed Criminal Justice System00:49:14 Unveiling Workplace Corruption 00:53:02 Challenges in Correctional Facility Employment 00:56:47 The Hidden Valor of Correction OfficersPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 8, 2025 • 1h 4min
How Childhood Trauma Led Me to Addiction & Destroyed My Life | Paul Doughty
Paul Doughty opens up about how childhood trauma pushed him toward addiction, the battles he fought, and what it took to reclaim his life.#ChildhoodTrauma #AddictionStruggle #MentalHealthAwareness #RecoveryJourney #OvercomingDarkness #PersonalGrowth #LifeLessons #healing Connect with Paul Doughy:Website: http://www.pdspeaks.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pdspeaks/ X: https://x.com/PRDoughty Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Pdspeaks-61569442085821/Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Introduction and Guest Background00:03:22 The Impact of Childhood Trauma 00:07:12 Growing Up in an Abusive Household 00:11:00 Breaking the Cycle of Addiction and Curses00:14:51 Childhood Signs of Needing Help00:18:37 Coping with Abuse: Turning to Alcohol and Drugs00:22:59 Family Secrets and Discoveries00:26:48 Hitting Rock Bottom: Walking Out on My Family 00:30:27 Journey to Overcoming Addiction00:34:23 Chaotic Divorce and Home Refinancing Struggles00:38:05 Transition to Public Speaking After Career Loss00:41:51 Overcoming Public Speaking Challenges 00:45:28 Spiritual Awakening and Personal Transformation Through Prayer00:49:17 The Therapeutic Power of Talking and Sharing Stories00:52:42 Encouraging Teenagers to Ask for Help 00:56:05 Inspiring Change in Correctional Facilities and Youth Mentoring00:59:22 Guest Appearance and Future CollaborationPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 6, 2025 • 1h 47min
Ex-Heroin Addict on How He Became a Self-Made Millionaire | Craig Gallagher
Craig Gallagher opens up about his years addicted to heroin, the lowest moments he faced, and how he turned his life around against the odds.#HeroinAddiction #RecoveryJourney #SelfMadeSuccess #RedemptionStory #TrueCrime #OvercomingStruggles #SuccessAgainstOdds #lifechange Connect with Craig Gallagher:Website: http://www.lightningmechanicalservice.com/Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Craig's Journey: From Recovery to Success00:10:06 A Life of Transformation: From Past Decisions to Present Fulfillment00:12:37 Early Experiences with Alcohol 00:19:06 From Addiction Despair to Seeking Rehab00:25:52 From Courtroom to Family: Meeting My First Wife 00:32:49 Reflecting on Influential People in My Life 00:38:42 Navigating Co-Parenting with an Ex 00:45:48 Embracing Second Chances and Paying It Forward00:51:59 Reflecting Through the "Mirror Project"00:58:42 Reflections on Fatherhood and Life Goals01:06:05 The Path to Trade School and Finding Passion01:11:11 Breaking Stigma in Professional Roles01:19:16 Rock Bottom: Overcoming Addiction 01:23:43 The Power of Positive Associations for Personal Growth01:30:06 Transformation from Addiction to Family Life01:36:01 The Dangers of Heroin: A Personal Perspective01:42:13 Unique Elements of Every EpisodePowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 4, 2025 • 1h 2min
How I Got Busted for Buying Illegal Goods on the Dark Web | Alex Diamond
Alex Diamond explains how he got involved in buying illegal goods on the dark web, the moment it all went wrong, and how law enforcement tracked him down.#DarkWeb #CyberCrime #IllegalTrade #OnlineFraud #LawEnforcement #UndercoverOps #HackerLife #crimenetwork Connect with Alex Diamond:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GbWXCEpef/?mibextid=wwXIfrHosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Growing Up in Long Island and Jewish Heritage00:03:18 Navigating Public School Challenges00:06:47 The Early Days of Online Communities and Social Engineering Scams00:10:30 Transition to Vocational Training and Hospitality00:14:03 Navigating High School and Peer Pressure00:17:34 Navigating College Decisions and Struggles00:21:03 Discovering Dubstep and Its Impact 00:25:00 Navigating the Dark Web and Its Risks 00:28:12 Navigating the Dark Web with Bitcoin00:31:40 Making a Mark in the Music Industry00:35:10 The Rise and Fall of Club Culture in Connecticut 00:39:01 The Crazy Moment of Realization 00:42:37 Navigating Felony Charges and Legal Outcomes00:46:10 Navigating the Prison System in America00:49:52 The Remarkable Journey of a Young Immigrant 00:53:24 Overcoming Challenges and Aspiring for a Music Career00:56:51 Embracing Past Mistakes as Life LessonsPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 1, 2025 • 1h 26min
Inside a Brooklyn Addict’s Struggles with Drugs & Alcohol in the ’70s & ’80s | Joseph Fahey
Joseph Fahey reflects on his struggles with drugs and alcohol in Brooklyn during the 70s and 80s and the impact it had on him.#BrooklynAddiction #DrugAbuse #LifeStruggles #TrueCrime #MentalHealth #RecoveryJourney #70sAnd80s #StreetLifeHosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Brooklyn Roots and Family Legacy 00:06:08 Coping with Tragic Loss00:10:43 Tragic Accident and its Impact on Family 00:16:02 Life in the Drug Trade: A Personal Story00:21:09 Life of a Troubled Genius 00:26:28 Growing Up Amidst Cultural Diversity and Street Life00:31:24 Growing Up in the Streets: Childhood Memories 00:36:18 A Night Under the Bridge: Escapes and Hiding 00:41:02 Struggles with High School and Addiction00:46:13 The Bar Scene and Cocaine Culture in Brooklyn00:51:17 A Night of Chaos and Addiction 00:56:28 Journey to Sobriety: First Detox Experience01:01:22 From Addiction to Recovery: A Journey Through Struggle and Hope01:06:32 Overcoming Addiction and Personal Growth 01:11:44 Overcoming Alcohol Addiction 01:18:10 Reflections on Marriage and FriendshipPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 28, 2025 • 1h 39min
Inside My Life on Trial for Murder at Just 17 Years Old | John Dickerson
John Dickerson discusses what it was like to go on trial for murder at just 17 years old and how it shaped the rest of his life.#JuvenileJustice #MurderTrial #TrueCrime #CourtroomDrama #LegalBattle #JusticeSystem #CrimeAndConsequences #YoungOffendersThank you to LUCY & SHADY RAYS for sponsoring today’s episode:Luicy: 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. Shady Rays: Get 35% off polarized glasses at shadyrays.com - code LOCKEDINConnect with John Dickerson:Youtube: https://youtube.com/@mrholdwatermusicgroup?si=KqrjwIr1_jVLvawU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr_hold_water_?igsh=ZmgzZjl2ZzVxZXdkHosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://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-bickTimestamps:00:00:00 Introduction to Idiot Jerk and Turning Adversity into Identity00:06:15 Family and Sibling Connections 00:12:31 Navigating Friendships and Rivalries 00:18:41 Misunderstandings and Gang Allegations00:24:53 Life in Prison: Understanding the Green Jumper00:31:43 Surviving the Mansfield Correctional Institution00:36:55 High Security Inmate Experience00:42:58 Legal Struggles and Unexpected Outcomes00:48:32 Navigating the Justice System: Personal Experiences and Reflections00:54:17 Challenges of Street Life01:00:20 Arrest and Charges: A Turn of Events01:06:12 Legal Battles and Plea Decisions01:11:42 Navigating the Legal System: A Personal Account of Trials and Tribulations01:17:12 Navigating Federal and State Sentencing Conflicts01:23:04 Injustice in the Legal System01:28:54 Launching a Meaningful Merch Line01:34:50 Closing Remarks and Fan AppreciationPowered 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices


