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Locked In with Ian Bick

Ian Bick
Prison Life
Addiction
Jerry Ormond
Mental Health
Youth Criminal Justice System
Prison System
Recovery
High School Violence
Management Of Inmates
Communication Technology In Prisons
Justice Reform
Peer Pressure
Stamford, Connecticut
Opiate Addiction
Rehabilitation
Isolation In Prisons
Family and Parenting
Criminal Justice System
Personal Transformation
Corrections

Real stories from the people everyone else judges first. Hosted by Ian Bick — former federal inmate turned speaker and podcaster — this show sits down with former inmates, recovering addicts, bikers, law enforcement, investigators, and people who have lived through the darkest chapters of their lives. Each episode dives deep into crime, prison, addiction, trauma, redemption, mental health, street ... more

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Angela Nicolazzi grew up in Brooklyn before moving to Florida, where her life took a dramatic turn. She became a mother at just 14 years old, struggled to stay on a stable path, and by 19 found herself involved in an armed robbery with her brother an... more

Renee Graziano joins Ian Bick for a conversation about growing up in a powerful mob family, marrying her ex-husband Hector Pagan, discovering he was a rat, and navigating the chaos that came with her father Anthony Graziano’s prison time. Known for h... more

Tonya Higdon grew up in a good family, but childhood trauma pushed her into years of addiction involving nearly every drug you can imagine. She became a young mother while struggling to stay clean, bounced in and out of trouble, and eventually went o... more

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Ken Rideout joins Ian Bick to share his unique path from working as a corrections officer to struggling with addiction and eventually rebuilding his life through discipline and endurance sports. Ken opens up about his background, his experiences insi... more

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Tonya Higdon
Former inmate, speaker, and social media influencer
Episode: I Had a Prison Girlfriend - Here’s What Happened | Tonya Higdon
Leticia Duarte
Ian's girlfriend and a guest sharing her story about dating someone with a criminal past.
Episode: My Girlfriend’s Arrest & What It’s Really Like Dating a Felon | Leticia Duarte
Edward English
Former heroin addict, author of Emersion, and advocate for addiction recovery.
Episode: I Used & Sold Heroin — Then Ended Up In An Ohio Prison | Edward English
Jonathan Alvarez
Founder and Executive Director of 914 United, a nonprofit focusing on youth incarceration and violence prevention.
914 United
Episode: I Was a Yonkers Gang Member — Then I Survived New York’s Maximum-Security Prisons | Jonathan Alvarez
Michy Morillo
Motivational speaker, author, and advocate for at-risk youth.
Celldreamer
Episode: I Was Sent to Juvenile Prison — This Is What It’s Like | Michy Morillo
Charles Grady
Former cop with 20 years of service, now working on community outreach and documentary filmmaking
Us vs. Them documentary
Episode: I Was A Connecticut Cop For Two Decades | Charles Grady
Robert Rodriguez
Former Correctional Officer turned inmate
Episode: I Was a Corrupt Correctional Officer — Then I Went to Prison | Robert Rodriguez
Mario Sanchez
Former gang member and inmate turned motivational speaker and author.
Episode: I Was a Norteño Gang Soldier Inside California’s Most Dangerous Prisons | Mario Sanchez
Theresa Ramos
Former Director of Gang Intelligence at Rikers Island, with a deep background in criminal justice and advocacy for inmate rights.
Episode: I Was the Rikers Island Gang Intel Boss | Theresa Ramos

Host

Ian Bick
Former federal inmate turned speaker and podcaster, sharing real stories of redemption and transformation.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • Very interesting stories & perspectives!

    I love how Ian stays neutral during certain conversations with his guests. That can’t always be easy, I love this show, it’s such a huge variety of guests. I’ve learned some things!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pokerplayer29
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bad Vegan

    Interesting interview. Don’t hear much accountability from guest. She seems so intelligent, but maybe I don’t know from this interview, what was her involvement? And did she also believe “Iaria” aka Hilary was not from Spain but a manipulator as well? Will go watch doc on Netflix. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    pgfangirl#25
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent

    I listen here in Scotland. Ian’s interview style is excellent as it encourages his guests to talk and describe their life experiences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dw9600
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great interviews

    Great interviews and great stories. But wow Ian Bick is horrible with geography. Still a great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JtheSwagnificent
    United States2 months ago
  • The one with Luis Espinoza

    My jaw was on the ground the entire time. I love that Ian lets his guest just share it all. He’s an incredible host and interviewer. I have no connection or past to any crime in my life (well my mom is a clepto shoplifter) but this is the best pod to listen to while my mind needs noise. It’s crazy that I can relate the comfort of the “system” to different metaphorical prisons in my life (jobs, religion, past relationship’s). I’m proud of Ian for giving so many people a voice what a rad human bei... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    northnode
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the authentic and raw storytelling that highlights real struggles and triumphs of life.
The podcast's focus on mental health and second chances resonates deeply with a broad audience.
Multiple reviews commend the host's skill in allowing guests to freely share their experiences without interruption.

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I Had a Prison Girlfriend - Here’s What Happened | Tonya Higdon
Q: So tell us about the aftermath of the accident.
I just started partying, like not going home, and I started using drugs.
I Had a Prison Girlfriend - Here’s What Happened | Tonya Higdon
Q: How would you have described yourself?
I'm very bubbly. I'm a Leo, so I'm very open and emotional.
I Had a Prison Girlfriend - Here’s What Happened | Tonya Higdon
Q: What do you think are the most important rules for surviving in a woman's prison?
Go get a girlfriend so she can protect you.
I Was a Teenage Prison Guard — Then I Survived Addiction | Ken Rideout
Q: What do you think your childhood self would say to you today?
My childhood self would say, this is going to be hard, but if you keep showing up, something good will come out of it.
I Was a Teenage Prison Guard — Then I Survived Addiction | Ken Rideout
Q: When you're working in that prison at such a young age, are you thinking at all, wow, I could have made one mistake in my childhood that could have led me to this moment as well on the other side of it?
No, I never thought I could easily be an inmate because I had lived a full life; I hung out with crazy city kids, but I wasn't crossing the line to things that could land me in jail.

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What is Locked In about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the raw and often harsh realities of crime, addiction, and redemption, this podcast provides an unfiltered platform for individuals who have faced society's toughest challenges. Hosted by a former federal inmate, episodes feature conversations with an array of guests including ex-inmates, law enforcement, private investigators, and recovering addicts, each sharing their deeply personal stories of trauma, survival, and personal transformation. The candid discussions cover significant themes such as mental health, second chances, and the social stigma surrounding addiction and incarceration, creating a space for genuine insight into what lies behind the statistics and headlines. Unique for its honest portrayal of lived experiences, ... more

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Recent guests on Locked In include:

1. Tonya Higdon
2. Leticia Duarte
3. Edward English
4. Jonathan Alvarez
5. Michy Morillo
6. Charles Grady
7. Robert Rodriguez
8. Mario Sanchez

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