Louisiana Unfiltered Kiran Chawla

Angela Gabrielle shares her story of survival after being shot nine times by her boyfriend, leaving her paralyzed from the chest down. Despite the challenges, Angela raises her four children alone, showing strength and determination. She is joined on this edition of Louisiana Unfiltered by her daughter, Julie, as they discuss their resilience and love for each other despite the circumstances. Angela's journey emphasizes perseverance and hope in the face of adversity, advocating for support for domestic violence survivors. 
#AngelaGabrielle #survival #podcast #LouisianaUnfiltered #KiranChawla 

Timestamps
00:11 Uphill Battle of Life
07:10 Turning Point
18:51 Impact Unveiled
22:42 Struggle with Shame
26:04 Searching for Answers
28:38 Separation from Grayson
28:53 Emergency response
36:55 Loss of Independence
38:36 Trial Reflections
42:38 Reflecting on Survival
46:50 Reaching out for Help
49:21 Recognizing Red Flags
52:37 Sentencing Reflections
55:19 Legal Motion Outcome
57:17 Impact on Cameron's Last Name

Louisiana Unfiltered dedicates this episode to honoring the legacy of Nick Tullier, an East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Deputy who was tragically shot while on duty in 2016.

Nick fought valiantly for five and a half years until his passing in May 2022. This episode features an interview with Nick's father, James Tullier, who shares insights into Nick's life and the impact he had on others. Nick was described as a dedicated law enforcement officer who also engaged in fundraising for causes like St. Jude. His father James shared stories of Nick's selfless nature and his ability to touch the lives of those around him.

The episode delves into the tragic event from the perspective of his family, and Nick's resilience and determination despite the odds of survival.
 #NickTullier #Lawenforcement #louisiana #FallenOfficer #Hero #Impact #KiranChawla #LouisianaUnfiltered #podcast #crime 
 
Timestamps:
01:44 Honoring Nick Tullier
24:02 Reflecting on Nick's Impact
30:30 Crossing Paths with Families
37:27 Unexpected Threats
45:29 Power of Prayer
48:05 Writing a Book
51:03 A Funny Story
54:45 Seeking Healing

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In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla delves into 10 unsolved murders of women in Baton Rouge from 1996 to 2002. Joining Kiran in exploring the challenges faced in solving these cases are producer Faren Wise, retired officer John Dauthier and Dr. Joanie Brocato. We discuss the complexities of DNA analysis, forensic technology limitations, and past cases in which DNA played a critical role.
#LouisianaUnfiltered #unsolvedmurders #BatonRouge #DNAanalysis #forensictechnology #Crime #podcast 

Timestamps:
04:14 Investigating the Unsolved Murders
04:42 Fear and Tension in Baton Rouge
08:55 Challenges of DNA Testing
10:11 Examining the Victims
12:14 Complications in Prostitute Cases
15:06 Fear in the Community
16:08 Early DNA Evidence
19:24 Advancements in Touch DNA
20:55 Understanding the CODIS Database
24:25 Challenges in Connecting Cases
27:57 Holding Confessions Close
38:57 Seeking Closure
46:02 Advancements in DNA Technology
53:56 The Future of DNA Analysis

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In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Brad Cascio, an assistant district attorney in Livingston Parish, joins Kiran Chawla as they discuss the use of castrations as a legal tool against sexual offenders. 

Brad shares his experiences with prosecuting castrations, emphasizing the importance of holding offenders accountable and protecting children.  Brad Cascio was the lead prosecutor of 54-year-old Glenn Sullivan of Springfield who has been sentenced to 50 years and physical castration for raping and impregnating a 14-year-old girl in Livingston Parish, Louisiana.
 #GlennSullivan #LivingstonParish #Castration #LouisianaUnfiltered #KiranChawla

Timestamps:
 02:34 The Legal Weapon: Castrations in Louisiana
03:42 Making a Legal Impact
04:16 History and Implementation of Castration Laws 
04:56 First Experience with Chemical Castration
06:24 Balancing Personal and Professional in Cases
07:13 Disturbing Details: The Oglethorpe Case
09:23 Impact of Castration on Victims and Families 
14:56 Ensuring Accountability and Justice 
16:01 Communication and Acceptance of Castration
18:21 Utilizing Castration for Accountability
19:29 Impact and Satisfaction of Implementing Castration
21:15 Commitment to Combatting Sex Offenses
23:40 Beyond Castration: The Impact of Sexual Offenses
24:40 Glenn Sullivan Case: First Physical Castration
36:35 Victim's Remarkable Strength
42:10 The Offender's Control Tactics
47:17 Castration Terms and Conditions
50:08 Learning and Collaboration Among Colleagues

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On this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla discusses Bridgette Digerolamo's turbulent legal journey with attorney Jacob Longman.

Bridgette Digerolamo's arrest on aggravated assault charges during a flash flood event led to a prolonged legal battle, culminating in a surprising twist during the 2023 trial and the aftermath of the case that rose all the way to the Louisiana Supreme Court.

Timestamps:
04:30 Charges and Trial Process

07:02 Lack of Resources in Investigation

10:53 Speedy Trial Rights

12:38 Jury Verdict: Not Guilty

13:41 Jury Deliberations

21:50 Unusual Legal Situation

23:51 Declaration of Mistrial

26:20 Supreme Court Appeal

31:04 Relief and Elation



42:16 Personal Impact of Legal Proceedings

47:17 Unusual Verdict in Steele's Case

52:02 Questions Surrounding Judge's Actions

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#louisianaunfiltered #BridgetteDigerolamo #kiranchawla #podcast #unfilteredwithkiran #news #crime #Louisiana #EBR

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In this episode of Louisiana Unfiltered, Kiran Chawla sits down with former police officer David Cothran who speaks out on his perspective of the tragic collision that resulted in the loss of two young lives, Maggie Dunn and Caroline Gill.

Cothran expresses deep regret and sorrow for the incident and discusses his lack of knowledge about the suspect's identity during the pursuit. His wife joins the conversation, as they discuss job loss, and community backlash they experienced.

Timestamps

07:09 Chain of Events

17:17 Family

30:23 Legal Decisions

40:15 Facing Consequences

45:16 Community Impact

47:34 Apology to the Community

Tags:
#louisianaunfiltered #CarolineGill #LiamDunn #kiranchawla #podcast #MaggieDunn #unfilteredwithkiran #news #crime #Louisiana #DavidCauthron

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