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.

  1. I Investigated 2,300 Arson & Bombing Cases — What I Saw Was Dark | Wayne Miller

    2 DAYS AGO

    I Investigated 2,300 Arson & Bombing Cases — What I Saw Was Dark | Wayne Miller

    Wayne Miller spent over 20 years as an ATF agent investigating some of the most dangerous arson and bombing cases in the country. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Wayne shares what it was really like working over 2,300 fire and explosion scenes across 43 states, going inside active crime scenes, and dealing with the aftermath of some of the most destructive incidents imaginable. From tracking down arsonists to responding to bombings, he breaks down the reality of the job, the cases that stuck with him, and the dark side of investigating crimes most people never see. _____________________________________________ #TrueCrime #Arson #Bombing #ATF #CrimeStories #FederalAgent #CrimeInvestigation #realcrime _____________________________________________ Thank you to GOLD DROP SELZTERS for sponsoring this episode:Head to https://www.thedryoak.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout for 10% off your order. _____________________________________________ Connect with Wayne Miller: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorwaynemiller LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/wayne-miller-56b379197 Website: https://www.burnbostonburn.com/ Email: authorwaynemiller@gmail.com _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Haunting Arson Case — Opening Story 00:39 Early Life & Background 01:23 Family, Upbringing & Values 02:25 Childhood Lessons & Discipline 03:04 Blended Family & Stepfather Influence 04:04 Childhood Dreams, Sports & Goals 04:46 West Point Rejection & Career Pivot 05:54 Choosing Law Enforcement 06:28 First Undercover Operation 07:52 Early Career Struggles & Odd Jobs 09:42 Joining the ATF 10:31 First Years as an ATF Agent 12:11 Gun Cases, Paper Trails & Investigations 13:32 How ATF Investigates Crime 16:16 Undercover Work & Latin Kings Case 19:17 Major Gun Seizures & Criminal Networks 25:15 Gun Trafficking & Organized Crime 27:09 Illegal Firearms — Then vs Now 28:28 Undercover Risks & Dangerous Encounters 32:12 Backup, Surveillance & Tech Challenges 34:11 ATF History — Alcohol & Tobacco Enforcement 36:47 Arson Investigations & Boston Task Force 41:16 Apartment Fires & Arson for Profit 42:56 Inside a Fire Scene Investigation 45:53 Fire Evidence & Real Case Examples 49:00 Arson Devices & Investigation Challenges 53:02 Accidental vs Intentional Fires 54:06 Why Arsonists Are Hard to Catch 01:03:10 Wrongful Convictions & Forensic Science Changes 01:08:11 Trial Strategies & Courtroom Battles 01:10:09 Profile of a Serial Arsonist 01:13:32 Arson, Bombings & Murder Cases 01:18:55 Bomb Devices, Signatures & Boston Bombing 01:24:09 Unsolved Cases & Frustrations 01:28:00 When Suspects Insert Themselves 01:28:43 The Worcester 6 Fire — Tragic Case 01:35:13 Aftermath, Loss & Investigation Challenges 01:39:39 Personal Toll of the Job 01:41:21 Health Risks & Sacrifices 01:44:45 Would You Do It Again? 01:45:56 Advice for Future ATF Agents 01:48:43 Books, Stories & Career Highlights 01:53:19 Final Reflections & Career Lessons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    2hr 1min
  2. I Was Sentenced to Life as a Teen — I Spent 18 Years in Prison | Melissa Doran

    3 DAYS AGO

    I Was Sentenced to Life as a Teen — I Spent 18 Years in Prison | Melissa Doran

    Melissa Doran grew up as the daughter of a cop in a strict household, but a lack of love at home led her to start rebelling at a young age. After being sent to a teen program in Utah and losing her father at just 16 years old, her life spiraled even further when she became involved with an older gang member, ultimately leading to a violent police shootout. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Melissa shares how those choices led to a 7-to-life sentence in the California prison system and what it was really like serving 18 years behind bars. She opens up about the reality of prison life, the mindset it takes to survive, and how she’s working to rebuild her life after incarceration. _____________________________________________ #ianbick #lockedinpodcast #prisonstory #lifesentence #teenlifer #womeninprison #truecrime #californiaprison _____________________________________________ Thank you to FACTOR for sponsoring this episode: Head to https://factormeals.com/lockedin50off and use code lockedin50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Offer only valid for new Factor customers with code and qualifying auto-renewing subscription purchase. Make healthier eating easy with Factor. _____________________________________________ Connect with Melissa Doran: TikTok: @inmate92202_mellymel Instagram: @inmate92202_mellymel _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Police Chase, Shootout & Arrest 00:56 Strict Upbringing & Family Life 02:24 Inside a Troubled Teen Program 03:44 Father’s Suicide & Everything Changes 05:14 Trauma, Loss & Family Breakdown 07:07 Life After Loss & Struggling to Cope 08:41 Falling in With the Wrong Crowd 13:46 Relationship With a Gang Member 16:06 The Plan That Led to Everything 18:22 Robbery Gone Wrong 22:15 High-Speed Chase & Shootout With Police 26:18 Hospital, Charges & Media Attention 33:09 Trial, Charges & Facing Sentencing 39:25 County Jail Experience Before Prison 44:47 Lost Dreams & Impact on Family 47:22 Sentenced & Transferred to Prison 50:33 First Days Inside Prison 54:22 Learning How to Survive in Prison 01:00:31 Daily Life & Adjusting to Prison 01:05:47 Grief, Loss & Mental Struggles Inside 01:10:29 Turning Point & Life-Changing Decisions 01:13:15 Best & Worst Moments in Prison 01:20:31 Law Changes & Chance at Release 01:27:42 Life After Prison & Starting Over 01:34:07 Lessons Learned & Moving Forward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 48min
  3. I Joined the White Aryan Resistance in Prison — Here’s the Truth | Josh Lawson

    4 DAYS AGO

    I Joined the White Aryan Resistance in Prison — Here’s the Truth | Josh Lawson

    Josh Lawson was born a drug baby to an addicted mother and raised by his grandparents, but a troubled path led him into crime at a young age. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Josh shares how he went in and out of jail and prison as a teen, committing armed robbery, dealing drugs, and selling guns before eventually joining the White Aryan Resistance (WAR) while in state prison. He opens up about life inside, the reality of prison gangs, and the mindset it takes to survive. During his final sentence in a federal medium-security prison, Josh made the decision to walk away from gang life and change his future, offering a raw look at what it takes to break the cycle and rebuild after years behind bars. _____________________________________________ #ianbick #lockedinpodcast #prisongang #whitesupremacy #prisonstory #prisonlife #inmatestory #criminaljustice _____________________________________________ Thank you to FACTOR for sponsoring this episode: Head to https://factormeals.com/lockedin50off and use code lockedin50off to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Offer only valid for new Factor customers with code and qualifying auto-renewing subscription purchase. Make healthier eating easy with Factor. _____________________________________________ Connect with Josh Lawson: https://justlookupministries.com/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 31min
  4. My Daughter Was Taken by a Cult — I Tried to Save Her & Ended Up in a Polish Prison | Iain Bryson

    5 DAYS AGO

    My Daughter Was Taken by a Cult — I Tried to Save Her & Ended Up in a Polish Prison | Iain Bryson

    Iain Bryson shares the heartbreaking true story of how his life was shattered when his three-year-old daughter was taken to Poland by her mother and never returned. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Iain explains how he unknowingly married into a family he later believed operated like a cult, and how warnings about his daughter being taken eventually became reality. After authorities and international agencies failed to act, Iain traveled to Poland in a desperate attempt to expose what he believed was abuse and trafficking — a decision that ultimately landed him in a Polish prison for 50 months. _____________________________________________ #cultstory #prisontime #truecrime #prisonstory #lockedup #cultsurvivor #prisonexperience #ianbick _____________________________________________ Thank you to Married By The Mob for sponsoring this episode! Visit https://www.marriedbythemob.com/ for tickets! _____________________________________________ Buy Iain's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-You-Like-One-Daughter-ebook/dp/B0CYW6XLJT/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=mFPa0&content-id=amzn1.sym.3a079c4e-f938-40c9-a0ed-01ef0e9528e9&pf_rd_p=3a079c4e-f938-40c9-a0ed-01ef0e9528e9&pf_rd_r=146-4590805-2145945&pd_rd_wg=CMgCY&pd_rd_r=d74aa1d8-b984-4ce1-a2d4-597f1415c94c _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Thrown Into a Polish Prison — What Happened 00:30 Ian Bryson’s Story — From Father to Prisoner 01:02 Early Life & Upbringing 02:56 College, Career Goals & Future Plans 04:57 Marriage, Life Changes & Red Flags 06:27 Moving to Poland — Warning Signs 07:40 Marriage Struggles & Mental Health Issues 09:47 Becoming a Father & Family Life 10:55 Signs of Abuse — Something Was Wrong 13:00 Separation & Daughter Taken by a Cult 14:47 Desperate Search for Help 17:18 Running Out of Options 18:36 Plan to Rescue His Daughter 20:58 Confrontation in Poland — Everything Changes 23:34 Arrested in Poland & Harsh Jail Conditions 27:41 Language Barrier & Legal Confusion 29:49 First Months Inside a Polish Prison 31:36 Daily Life in Polish Prison 34:05 Cellmates, Survival & Prison Culture 37:22 Learning Polish & Adapting 40:43 Polish Court System & Trial Process 45:14 Psychiatrists, Charges & Mental Evaluations 49:07 Sent to a Psychiatric Hospital 51:41 Forced Medication & Losing Control 54:31 Transfer From Max to Minimum Security 58:28 Prison Hustles, Guards & Survival Tactics 01:04:44 Release From Prison & Starting Over 01:09:03 Fighting to Regain Parental Rights 01:14:08 Finding Purpose & Advocacy Work 01:18:54 Writing the Book & Sharing His Story 01:24:01 Contact With Family & Daughter Updates 01:27:18 The Bigger Fight Against Abuse 01:33:02 Life After Prison — Reflections & Purpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 39min
  5. I Went to Prison — Then I Was Pardoned by President Trump | Angela Stanton-King

    17 MAR

    I Went to Prison — Then I Was Pardoned by President Trump | Angela Stanton-King

    Angela Stanton-King opens up about growing up in Atlanta, becoming a mother at a young age, and how the pressure to survive pushed her into hustling in the streets. Her path eventually led to two prison sentences, including the emotional experience of giving birth while incarcerated. In this episode of the Locked In Podcast with Ian Bick, Angela shares how she rebuilt her life after prison by writing books, starting a nonprofit, and becoming a voice for criminal justice reform. Her journey of survival, redemption, and reinvention ultimately led to receiving a presidential pardon, changing the course of her life forever. _____________________________________________ #angelastantonking #realhousewivesofatlanta #ianbick #lockedinpodcast #truecrime #federalprison #presidentialpardon #atlantageorgia _____________________________________________ Thanks to Married By The Mob for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://www.marriedbythemob.com/ to grab your tickets today! _____________________________________________ Connect with Angela Stanton-King https://www.instagram.com/theangiestanton/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Growing Up, Family Background & Early Struggles 01:12 Childhood Rebellion & Teen Pregnancy 03:15 Dropping Out & Entering Street Life 06:10 Crime, Scams & First Arrests 09:00 First Prison Sentence & Life Behind Bars 13:00 Life After Prison & Reentry Struggles 15:15 Back to the Streets & Nonprofit Work 17:30 Second Prison Sentence & Motherhood in Prison 21:00 Loss, Grief & Family Separation 24:40 Federal Charges & Hitting Rock Bottom 27:00 Turning Point: Meeting Alveda King 28:35 Writing Her Story & Becoming an Advocate 33:35 Lawsuit, Vindication & Book Success 36:00 Rising Influence & Public Platform 38:40 Criminal Justice Reform & Trump Connection 42:54 Presidential Pardon & Redemption Story 46:01 How the Pardon Process Works 50:00 Advocacy, Recidivism & System Failures 53:15 Restitution & Barriers After Prison 56:00 Life After Prison & Public Judgment 01:00:00 Faith, Purpose & Advice for Others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 7min
  6. I Was a Bitcoin Kingpin — Now I’ve Been on Home Confinement for 6+ Years Awaiting Trial | Joby Weeks

    16 MAR

    I Was a Bitcoin Kingpin — Now I’ve Been on Home Confinement for 6+ Years Awaiting Trial | Joby Weeks

    Joby Weeks was once a major figure in the early days of Bitcoin, building a massive cryptocurrency business during the wild west of crypto. But after federal investigators targeted his operation, his life changed overnight. In this episode of the Locked In Podcast, Joby reveals how he ended up trapped on home confinement for more than six years while still awaiting trial on federal charges. He breaks down the Bitcoin boom, the investigation that shut everything down, and what it’s like living under strict government restrictions for years without a resolution to his case. _____________________________________________ #bitcoin #cryptocrime #ianbick #lockedinpodcast #truecrime #federalprison #homeconfinement #crypto _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Arrested by Federal Agents – The BitClub Case 01:00 Six Years on House Arrest 03:00 What Life Is Like on Home Confinement 08:00 Early Life and Family Background 13:00 Becoming an Entrepreneur 18:00 Manatech Business Success & Giving Back 22:00 Discovering Bitcoin and Early Crypto Investing 26:00 Building the BitClub Crypto Mining Empire 31:00 Political Activism and Cannabis Legalization 36:00 The Liberty Dollar & Ron Paul Movement 41:00 Bitcoin Mining, Data Centers & Crypto Expansion 45:00 Federal Indictment and Missing Bitcoin Allegations 50:00 Years in Legal Limbo on House Arrest 54:00 Fighting the Federal Case – Lawsuits & Plea Deals 01:00:00 Faith, Reflection, and Waiting for Freedom 01:02:00 Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 7min
  7. I Was a D1 College Quarterback — Then Got 65 Years in Texas Prison | Damon West

    15 MAR

    I Was a D1 College Quarterback — Then Got 65 Years in Texas Prison | Damon West

    Damon West was a Division 1 college quarterback with a promising future ahead of him, but a growing meth addiction sent his life into a downward spiral that ultimately led to a 65-year sentence in the Texas prison system. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Damon shares the shocking story of how drugs, crime, and bad decisions destroyed his life and landed him behind bars. He opens up about the brutal reality of Texas prisons, the mistakes that cost him everything, and the mindset that helped him eventually turn his life around. _____________________________________________ #ianbick #lockedin #lockedinpodcast #damonwest #texasprison #lifesentence #prisonstory #truecrime _____________________________________________ Connect with Damon West: https://damonwest.org/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 First Time Facing Prison: The Moment Everything Changed 01:02 Troubled Childhood & The Downward Path to Crime 03:57 Addiction, Crime & Hitting Rock Bottom 05:01 Sentenced to Life: Entering the Texas Prison System 06:01 What to Expect in Prison & Advice Before Going In 07:40 The Coffee Bean Story That Changed My Life 10:12 Arriving at a Level 5 Maximum Security Prison 11:01 Earning Respect Inside Prison 12:52 Personal Growth Behind Bars 13:36 Finding Purpose Through Leadership in Prison 14:27 Helping Other Inmates: Tutoring & Giving Back 16:01 Changing Prison Culture & Bringing Hope Inside 19:09 The Parole Hearing That Changed Everything 22:01 Life After Prison: Adjusting to Freedom 24:02 Rebuilding Life After Release 26:11 Becoming a Motivational Speaker After Prison 29:00 How “The Coffee Bean” Message Went Global 32:01 The Hidden Struggles After Prison 35:41 From Prisoner to College Professor 38:31 Inside the Prison System: Staff & Reality 41:11 Prison Animal Programs & Rehabilitation 42:42 Why Prison Reform Matters 44:00 How Background & Environment Lead to Prison 46:34 The Real Causes of Crime 50:59 The Power of Hope in Prison 53:32 Prison Violence & Survival Tactics 56:42 Adjusting to Society After Prison 01:01:00 Ending Violence Inside Prisons 01:03:09 Keys to Success on Parole 01:07:00 Addiction Recovery After Prison 01:12:15 Losing Yourself & Finding Purpose Again 01:16:18 Advice to My Younger Self 01:23:28 Staying Accountable After Prison 01:26:43 Final Message: Hope & Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 33min
  8. I’m a Connecticut Cop — Here’s What Police Really Deal With | Taylor Prahach

    12 MAR

    I’m a Connecticut Cop — Here’s What Police Really Deal With | Taylor Prahach

    Taylor Prahach’s life was shaped by loss and resilience long before she ever put on a police uniform. After her mother passed away when she was just five years old, Taylor was adopted and eventually moved to Connecticut where she grew up determined to build a better future. Her experiences led her to study criminal justice in college and ultimately pursue a career in law enforcement. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Taylor shares her journey from a difficult childhood to becoming a police officer in East Hartford, Connecticut, offering an inside look at what it takes to serve on the front lines of policing. She opens up about the realities of the job, the challenges officers face every day, and how her personal experiences shaped the way she approaches law enforcement and helping people in her community. _____________________________________________ #ianbick #lockedinpodcast #connecticutcop #policestories #lawenforcement #truecrimepodcast #policeinterview #behindthebadge _____________________________________________ Thank you to GOLD DROP SELTZERS for sponsoring this episode: Head to https://www.thedryoak.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout for 10% off your order. _____________________________________________ Connect with taylor Prahach: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taytay__31?igsh=aDAzanhmZ3U0NHZj&utm_source=qr Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylormarie148?_r=1&_t=ZP-94PZxuvkOYY _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Police Officer Shares Wild First Encounters on the Job 02:00 Earning Respect as a Rookie Police Officer 04:00 Childhood Loss and Family Background 10:00 Growing Up Independent and Working Young 15:00 College Life and Early Career Goals 22:00 College Internships and Choosing Law Enforcement 27:00 The Reality of Modern Policing in America 33:00 Police Field Training and Proving Yourself 39:00 Life on Patrol: What Police Officers Actually Do 45:00 First Arrests and Surprising Police Calls 51:00 Adjusting to Police Work and Memorable Incidents 57:00 Female Police Officer Perspective on Domestic Calls 01:03:00 Handling Trauma and Being a Police Parent 01:09:00 Most Common Police Calls and Crime Trends 01:15:00 Frustrations Police Face with Laws and Policies 01:22:00 Social Media, the Future of Policing, and Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 29min
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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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  • Creator
    Ian Bick
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    574
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Locked In With Ian Bick 2026
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