Locked In with Ian Bick

Ariel Lakata is someone you'd never expect to have endured the cruel reality of the United States Prison System. In this episode we hear how Ariel got into trouble, leading to probation violations that would ultimately lead to prison. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coConnect with Ariel Lakata:http://arielsinthesky.comhttps://www.instagram.com/arielsintheskyyy?igsh=YXh5NDBrbG90YXM1Buy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:04:32 - Questioning Conformity and Finding Identity00:09:13 - The Bubbly Texter00:13:56 - College Life and Skipping Class00:18:30 - Undercover Cop Incident00:23:15 - Traumatizing Experience in Jail00:27:59 - My Probation and Court Battle00:32:49 - A Suspicious Court Hearing00:37:23 - Going to Jail for 20 Months00:42:03 - The Dreaded Bathroom Break00:46:37 - Life in a Women's Prison00:50:50 - Unsanitary conditions during lockdown00:55:14 - Life in Prison00:59:59 - Adjusting to Life After Prison01:04:30 - Forming Friendships in Prison01:09:07 - Reflections on the Impact of DUI and the Road to Recovery01:13:54 - Sharing Your Story Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Therapist Jill Schlossberg gives us an inside scoop from her time working in the federal prison system including life behind bars for inmates, unique habits, mental health affects, commissary items & conducting room shakedowns. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coConnect with Jill Schlossberg:https://www.instagram.com/floaton79?igsh=anVxYmtxYWd6NzZhhttps://floatontherapy.squarespace.com/Buy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:04:28 - Finding a Passion in Helping Women in Prison00:09:33 - The Importance of Judging Beyond Paperwork and Criminal History00:13:57 - Cats and Groundhogs at the College Camp Campus00:18:11 - Working within a Therapeutic Community00:22:20 - Manipulation for Treatment and Charges00:26:19 - Broken Prison System and Reintegration00:30:46 - Experiencing Working in a Jail00:35:34 - The Impact of Dehumanization in the Prison System00:39:59 - Ice Maker Incident00:44:43 - Seeing a Light at the End of the Tunnel00:49:01 - Overcoming Adversity in Incarceration00:53:10 - Sopranos and Going to Therapy00:57:19 - Vulnerability and Safety in Prison01:01:55 - Creative Prison Cooking01:05:58 - Words of Encouragement for Inmates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen Prohaska shares the tragic story of the death of his parents in front of his own eye, becoming an orphan and finding success with the odds stacked against him.Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coConnect with Big Steve & join the waitlist for his book:https://www.bigstevebigmoves.comListen to his podcast:https://www.parental-vision.comBuy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:04:16 - From Orphan to Entrepreneur00:08:18 - Starting in the Nightclub Industry00:11:56 - Making Money in the Nightclub Business00:16:01 - A Smooth Transition from Employee to Owner00:19:54 - Childhood in Cali, Colombia00:23:44 - Surviving 00:27:40 - Finding Happiness and Overcoming Resentment00:31:50 - The Beginning of an Entrepreneurial Spirit00:36:01 - Chasing Dreams and Changing Lives00:39:57 - Navigating the Entertainment Business00:43:30 - Transition and Learning00:47:08 - Making Changes for Growth00:54:46 - The Importance of Relationships and Believing in Yourself00:58:53 - Pushing For Success Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brianna Jaynes is here to share her story of how addiction led her to rock bottom and all the crazy stories that came with it. By the end of the episode we hear how she was able to overcome her struggles and create a new life for herself.Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Connect with Bri Jaynes:https://www.instagram.com/brijaynes/reels/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coBuy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:05:00 - Overcoming Stereotypes and Making a Difference00:10:13 - The Importance of Communication in Relationships00:14:48 - The Perfect Storm00:19:40 - Nursing00:24:54 - A Mother's Guilt and Growth Through Recovery00:30:02 - A Journey through Recovery in Florida00:35:11 - The Worst Six Months of My Life00:40:15 - Robbing People for Money00:45:15 - A Series of Unfortunate Events00:50:05 - Symptoms in Jail00:55:08 - Family Life01:00:27 - Support from Family and the Roller Coaster of Emotions01:05:37 - Overcoming Challenges in Obtaining a Nursing License01:10:30 - Reflections on Prison Experience01:15:36 - Embracing personal growth01:20:46 - Intellectual Conversation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connecticut resident Rich Laferriere shares his story of how he made millions of dollars using car hauling trucks to smuggle cash and drugs across the country. Listen to Rich’s crazy and movie worthy story unfold in this epic episode of locked in.Big thanks to FACTOR for sponsoring this episode:FACTORMEALS.com/lockedin50 and use code lockedin50 to get 50% off your first boxHosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Connect with Rich Laferriere:Email nordicson72@gmail.com Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coBuy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:11:35 - Coming of Age and Childhood Influences00:23:46 - Factor 00:35:03 - Breaking and Entering and Getting Into Trucking00:46:33 - Making Money00:58:12 - The Houston Deal01:09:51 - Escaping a Sketchy Situation 01:21:50 - Smuggling Money01:33:25 - Using Cars & Trucks 01:45:26 - Hauling Legit Freight01:57:08 - Meeting Athena: A Dangerous Connection02:08:51 - Meeting the Old Man in Canada02:21:29 - Smuggling and Saving Money02:33:14 - Close Calls and Busted Drivers02:44:57 - Negotiating with the Government02:56:38 - Making a Deal with the Government Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Delve into the gripping narrative of Leroy Ebron, a former Rikers Island prison guard who endured 22 years within the depths of solitary confinement. In this episode, Ebron courageously unveils the horrors he witnessed behind the prison walls, shedding light on the psychological toll of isolation, rampant aggression, and systemic neglect. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coBuy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:04:47 - Prisoner Saved from Violence00:09:34 - A Glimpse into Prison Life00:14:27 - Life in the Jail and Solitary00:19:13 - Attempted Rescue in the Yard00:24:25 - Dangers00:29:04 - Bible Inmate00:34:09 - Conflict with the Captain at the Clinic00:38:57 - The Frosted Flakes Incident00:43:59 - A Genuine Relationship with Inmates00:48:53 - The Frosted Flake Thief00:54:10 - The Notorious Bandit00:59:13 - Life in Prison: Stories and Perspectives01:04:07 - Attempted Murder in Prison01:09:34 - Dismissed and Early Retirement in the Criminal Justice System01:14:35 - Fresh Meat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A former shot caller joins us to delve into his journey from a shootout with the police to serving a prison sentence. He'll provide insights into the inner workings of prison gangs, shedding light on his own transformation into a shot caller and offering a glimpse into the day-to-day operations within this complex underworld Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Connect with Frantz Byer:https://www.instagram.com/wassup_bruv_?igsh=MTIweXI0ejZscDRjYg==Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coBuy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:04:58 - Growing up in the hood00:09:30-10 - Getting Arrested at a Young Age00:14:16 - Life in the streets00:19:11 - The Influence of Big Homies 00:24:01 - Police Shootout 00:29:01 - The Aftermath of the Accident00:34:08 - Criminal Charges and Hospital Treatment00:39:10 - Life in Prison 00:49:23 - Gangs in New York Prisons00:54:28 - Four Years in the Box00:59:40 - Becoming a Shot Caller01:04:49 - Fatherhood01:09:32 - Rules and Codes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Felipe Santos shares his story of traveling down the path of addiction, having nearly 18 felonies on his record, spending time in county jail, the ins & outs of joining a 1% biker gang & how he was able to turn his life around.Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coConnect with Felipe Santos:https://www.instagram.com/chop_safil?igsh=MWQ0YXg1Znp3Z29zYQ==Buy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:55 - Growing up in an Urban Neighborhood00:05:40 - The Beginning of Troubles00:08:34 - Memories of High School and Private School Experience00:16:44 - A Hiccup on the Way Back from the Bronx00:19:44 - Falling into Trouble00:22:38 - Funny County Jail Story00:25:25 - Initiating into a Biker Gang,00:31:08 - Joining a Biker Gang00:34:02 -Birth of My Son00:37:01 - The Baby's Health and Future Path00:40:00 - The Influence of Environment on Career Paths00:44:30 - Reflections on Past Mistakes00:47:26 - Getting Clean and Rebuilding Life00:56:18 - Success and helping others00:59:08 - Connection and Gratitude Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nicole Meo shares her tragic story of how being the lone survivor of a horrific car accident that caused the death of her boyfriend and best friend led her down the path of addiction for years including a stint in a psych ward. Listen to this episode to find out how Nicole was able to make it through her heartbreaking times.Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coConnect with Nicole Meo:https://www.instagram.com/nicole_meo_/Buy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:09:43 - Growing Up in a Tumultuous Household00:15:03 - Healing and Closure00:20:05 - Struggles00:25:14 - Survivor's Guilt a00:30:33 - Seeking Alternative Methods for Pain Relief00:41:01 - Dangers00:46:15 - The Mind Shift I Needed00:51:55 - Channelling Passion and Drive00:56:50 - Sharing Personal Stories of Prison Life01:01:28 - Bringing Light to Untold Stories01:06:34 - Connecting with Others and Sharing Stories01:16:47 - Finding Yourself and Embracing Your Story01:22:10 - Overcoming Shame and Attracting Like-Minded Individuals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fellow Connecticut resident Jerry Ormond is on the show today to share how a fight landed him in the criminal justice system as a teenager in which he had to learn how to survive youth prisons.Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick:https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=enhttps://ianbick.com/Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD:https://www.fwrd.coConnect with Jerry Ormond:https://www.instagram.com/universalartsfitness?igsh=MWl3dnFsdjZiNGJ4ZQ==Buy Merch:https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your orderTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:05:21 - Childhood00:10:25 - Growing Up in Different Neighborhoods00:15:47 - Pressure to Make Money00:21:03 - A Confrontation in the Cafeteria00:26:10 - Street Fight 00:31:36 - A Chaotic Encounter00:36:59 - Life of Parties and Trouble00:42:11 - Joy Riding Adventures with Friends00:47:22 - Going to Jail for the First Time01:02:37 - Handling confrontations01:12:40 - Standing up for myself in prison01:17:44 - Lessons Learned Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices