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    Locked In with Ian Bick

    Stories you won’t find anywhere else, told by the people who lived them. Hosted by former federal inmate turned entrepreneur Ian Bick, Locked In with Ian Bick features raw, long-form conversations with people from every side of the criminal justice system—and the extraordinary lives that intersect with it. From former inmates and law enforcement officers to attorneys, judges, correctional professionals, investigators, victims, medical professionals, bikers, and public figures, every guest shares a firsthand perspective rarely heard anywhere else. Every episode goes beyond the headlines, exploring crime, prison, addiction, investigations, mental health, redemption, and second chances through honest conversations with the people who experienced them. If you’re interested in true crime, criminal justice, prison stories, or extraordinary real-life experiences, Locked In with Ian Bick delivers stories you won’t find anywhere else.

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    How I Survived Being Locked Up In A Texas Jail | Amber Mettlen Sep 07, 2025
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    Amber Mettlen was born in Texas, lost her father young, and moved with her mom and five siblings to Ohio—a turning point that sent her into the wrong crowd, juvenile detention, and years of chaos. As an adult, a DUI led to jail time. After moving back to Texas, a second DUI and felony charges put her 30 days inside a Texas jail. Amber later went viral for her no-filter jail stories, and in this episode she opens up about juvenile detention vs. adult jail, what a Texas county jail is really like, the cost of DUIs, how fast a night out becomes a felony, and the hard lessons that helped her turn everything around. #TrueCrime #PrisonStories #DUI #AddictionRecovery #SecondChances #TexasJail #JuvenileDetention #redemptionstory Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Connect with Amber Mettlen: https://www.instagram.com/amber.texas/?hl=en Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Amber's Early Life 03:54 Losing Her Dad & Moving to Ohio 06:34 Struggles After the Move 10:02 Falling Into Trouble – Shoplifting & Juvie 13:50 Life Inside Juvenile Detention 18:13 Growing Up in Juvie & First Relationships 25:50 Lessons Learned & Transitioning Out 31:31 Motherhood, Gun Charge & Moving Back to Texas 36:33 Trying to Settle Down & DUI Trouble 44:54 Felony Case & 30-Day Sentence 52:52 Preparing for Jail & Going Viral on TikTok 01:01:35 Jail Intake, Suicide Watch & Life in the Dungeon 01:10:07 Life in the Turtle Pond – Fights, Sleep Deprivation, Drama 01:17:06 Commissary, Jail Items & Survival Culture 01:21:06 Release, Aftermath & Lessons Learned 01:26:00 Reflections, Parenting, and Looking Ahead

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    I Ran Drugs — Then the DEA Sent Me To Prison | Mary Valdovinos Sep 04, 2025
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    Mary Valdovinos grew up in Connecticut with a supportive family and was accepted to Yale, but a spiral that began junior year of high school led to addiction after graduation. She fell into the orbit of drug dealers, became a drug runner, and was arrested by the DEA for conspiracy to distribute. After violating probation—and a second chance—she landed in federal prison. In this candid interview, Mary shares what life inside was really like, the turning point that led her to recovery, and how she now mentors and empowers justice-impacted women. It's a raw, honest story of addiction, accountability, and second chances. #AddictionRecovery #TrueCrime #RedemptionStory #PrisonStories #WomenInPrison #JusticeReform #SecondChances #drugaddiction Connect with Mary Valdovinos: https://www.instagram.com/mary_epiphany?igsh=MW9kMTlkeG11ZXYzbA== Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:26 Mary's Upbringing and Family Values 04:39 Childhood Success and Early Pressures 08:38 Middle School, Bullying, and Finding Friends 12:39 High School Achievements and First Signs of Trouble 15:39 Partying, Drug Use, and Parental Denial 19:59 Addiction Deepens and Family Struggles 25:30 Running Drugs and Crime Escalates 32:06 Probation, Manipulation, and Second Chances 39:44 Relapse, Reconnection, and Fentanyl 44:47 DEA Raid and Arrest 53:10 Cooperation, Lies, and Facing Federal Charges 01:01:12 Court, Sentencing, and Probation Challenges 01:09:41 Final Probation Violation and Prison Sentence 01:17:18 Federal Prison and Detox 01:26:04 Prison Life, Survival, and Mental Health 01:33:09 Rehabilitation and Rebuilding After Prison 01:39:01 Making Amends, Lessons, and Advice

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    Retired Cop Exposes the Most Dangerous Calls in Policing | Kenneth Teets Sep 03, 2025
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    Kenneth Teets is a retired New Jersey police sergeant who turned a childhood stutter—and years of being picked on—into a 20+ year career in law enforcement. Growing up with a cop for a dad, Kenneth set out to follow in his father's footsteps, spending decades on patrol before earning his stripes as a sergeant. In this candid interview, he breaks down the biggest misconceptions about police, the toughest challenges of policing today, and the most dangerous calls he ever responded to—plus the lessons the job teaches you that civilians never see. #PoliceStories #LawEnforcement #CopLife #FirstResponders #PoliceTraining #PoliceSergeant #NewJersey #OvercomingAdversity Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction and Overview

    00:25 Growing Up in New Jersey

    02:58 Family Background and Early Struggles

    05:55 Childhood Challenges and Bullying

    11:10 Living With a Stutter

    19:36 Turning Point: Finding Inspiration

    23:32 Seeking Help and the Speech Class

    29:36 Overcoming Stuttering: Techniques and Practice

    33:00 The Long Road to Becoming a Cop

    38:40 Breaking Through Barriers

    44:11 Starting the Law Enforcement Career

    52:52 The Realities of Police Work

    56:36 Balancing Work and Family Life

    01:05:05 Reflections on Policing Today

    01:09:12 Making Arrests: First and Last

    01:11:57 Challenges and Lessons in Community Policing

    01:17:59 The Importance of Communication

    01:23:00 Biggest Misconceptions About Cops

    01:25:26 Biggest Life Lessons From the Job

    01:28:03 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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    Legendary Defense Attorney Exposes Corruption in the Justice System | Martin Minella Sep 02, 2025
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    Veteran criminal defense attorney Martin Minnella has spent over 50 years inside Connecticut courtrooms, taking on some of the nation's most high-profile murder trials—and winning. He was the defense attorney in the infamous "Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It" case, and now he's pulling back the curtain on the dark side of the justice system. From federal agents abusing power to false accusations destroying lives, Martin shares shocking real-life stories, lessons from decades of experience, and why he believes evil is real. If you're interested in true crime, courtroom drama, and behind-the-scenes stories from one of the most seasoned attorneys in America, this is an episode you don't want to miss. #TrueCrime #CriminalDefense #JusticeSystem #CourtroomDrama #FalseAccusations #TheConjuring #CrimeStories #CorruptionExposed Connect with Martin Minella: https://www.mtelawfirm.com/ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Meet Martin Manella: Legendary Defense Attorney 02:57 Career Stories: High-Profile Cases & Big Wins 07:03 The Role of Experts & Trial Strategies 13:02 Inside the Minds: Clients, Juries & Legal Ethics 25:12 Police Misconduct & Justice for Minorities 32:33 Media, Accusations & Reputation Damage 39:47 Justice System Flaws: Advertising, Public Perception, and Reform 44:32 Guns, Sentencing, and Changing Laws 51:35 Prison System Failures: Health Hazards & Neglect 01:01:49 Battling the System: Government, Power & Corruption 01:09:31 Winning Against the Odds: Jury Trials & Law Enforcement Lies 01:18:43 Grand Juries & Prosecutorial Advantages 01:27:02 Preparing for Trial: Delays, Tactics, and Systemic Hurdles 01:32:08 The Conjuring Case: Demons, Defense & Pop Culture 01:39:13 Reflections: The Future of Justice & Young Lawyers 01:42:14 Final Thoughts: Justice, Publicity, and the Nathan Carman Story Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co

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    I Robbed a Bank… Then Went to Florida's Brutal Youth Prison | Lee Morris Sep 01, 2025
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    Lee Morris' life story is a raw and powerful journey from bank robbery and brutal prison time to redemption. Growing up in Duchess County, New York, Lee's childhood was shaken by his parents' divorce, leading him down a troubled path. After moving to Florida as a teenager, he fell in with the wrong crowd, began robbing houses, and eventually escalated to robbing a bank — a decision that landed him four years in one of Florida's toughest youthful offender prisons. Even after his release, Lee continued down a destructive road and was sent back to prison 16 years later for drug charges. Today, he's sharing his story of survival, the realities of prison life, and how he finally turned his life around after years of chaos and incarceration. #PrisonStories #TrueCrimePodcast #BankRobbery #PrisonLife #FloridaPrison #RedemptionStory #SecondChances #LockedInWithIanBick Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps:

    00:00 Intro: The Bank Robbery

    00:18 Lee's Troubled Childhood

    03:02 Family Background and Early Influences

    06:00 Growing Up in Poverty

    09:19 Early Delinquency and Moving to Florida

    13:14 Getting Involved with Guns and Crime

    15:36 From House Robberies to Robbing a Bank

    18:16 The Bank Heist Unfolds

    20:54 Aftermath: Getting Caught and Facing Court

    25:00 Prison: Sentencing and First Days

    27:00 Surviving Florida Youthful Offender Prison

    33:36 Prison Violence and Racism

    40:44 Learning Prison Rules and Inmate Justice

    45:12 Family Support During Incarceration

    47:51 Smuggling, Confinement, and Prison Life

    52:52 Release: Getting Out and Reentering Society

    55:40 Back to the Streets: Drugs, Probation, and Temptation

    01:01:03 Drifting Back into Crime

    01:04:49 Major Drug Case and Second Arrest

    01:07:40 Second Prison Term: Adult System

    01:13:33 Contrasts Between Youthful Offender and Adult Prison

    01:15:54 Lessons Learned From Prison

    01:20:27 Work Release and Returning to Society

    01:24:12 Making a Fresh Start: Moving North

    01:26:00 Finding Support and Unconditional Love

    01:28:03 Life Today and Reflections

    01:29:00 Advice for Young People & Final Thoughts Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co

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    I Was A Prison Guard In Arizona's Most Dangerous Units | Jaycee Reidhead Aug 31, 2025
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    Jaycee Reidhead's journey from a traumatic incident in high school to working inside Arizona's most dangerous prisons is nothing short of incredible. Instead of going straight to law school, she spent seven years as a correctional officer in high-security facilities, including housing units for severely mentally ill inmates. During her time behind prison walls, she faced daily violence, chaos, and even survived being stabbed by an inmate. #PrisonStories #CorrectionsOfficer #ArizonaPrison #PrisonLife #COStories #TrueCrimePodcast #LockedInWithIanBick #RedemptionStory Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps:

    00:00 Intro

    00:55 Welcome and First Impressions of New York

    01:21 Childhood and Family Life

    03:09 Family Struggles and Sibling Substance Abuse

    04:24 Experiencing Trauma in High School

    06:21 Coping Mechanisms and Academic Drive

    07:36 Rethinking Law School and Next Steps

    08:38 Choosing Corrections and Law Enforcement

    09:16 Correctional Officer Academy: Training and Challenges

    12:42 Physical Demands and Gender Dynamics at the Academy

    15:14 First Impressions: Entering the Prison Environment

    18:40 Early Work: Unexpected Realities in Prison

    21:20 First Prison Assignments and SMI Units

    26:28 Handling SMI Inmates and Unique Challenges

    34:32 Rapport and Tensions in SMI Populations

    41:11 Moments of Crisis: Suicidal Incidents on the Job

    45:00 Heavy Toll of Suicide Watch and Mental Health

    53:05 Becoming a Target: Assaults and Trauma

    01:03:53 Dealing with Repeat Violence and Not Telling Family

    01:15:25 Gender, Respect, and Boundaries as a Female CO

    01:28:38 Prison Politics and SMI Population Dynamics

    01:31:03 Personal Loss and Substance Abuse in and out of Prison

    01:35:01 Compartmentalizing Trauma and Facing Challenges

    01:41:15 Questioning the System and Leadership Changes

    01:49:00 Looking Back: Lessons, Regrets, and Moving Forward Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co

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    Rikers Island CO Reveals CRAZIEST Stories From America's Most Dangerous Jail Aug 28, 2025
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    Leroy Ebron is back for his 6th and final episode of Locked In with Ian Bick — and he's saving the wildest Rikers Island stories for last. As a former correction officer on one of the most notorious jail complexes in America, Leroy has spent his career in the middle of chaos: riots, gang wars, and the day-to-day madness of life inside Rikers. #RikersIsland #PrisonStories #CorrectionsOfficer #JailStories #LockedInWithIanBick #PrisonLife #COStories #LeroyEbron #truecrimepodcast Follow Leroy Ebron's YouTube Show here: https://www.youtube.com/@LeroyEbronHouse If you want more stories from Leroy check out our past episodes here: 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Km9Q7ED-WU 2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIyagmqDFJw 3.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nj8xxxMOlsQ 4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf7QvSQ1k5c 5. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEXhToIoT28 Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps:

    00:00 Introduction & Leroy Ebron's Return

    01:21 Promoting Leroy's New Channel

    02:45 Audience Feedback & Story Authenticity

    03:55 Wild Stories from the Bing in the 80s

    05:23 Mouse Pets and Prison Life Memories

    06:51 Legendary Inmates & Prison Culture

    09:07 Girls' Prison Fights & Shocking Incidents

    15:55 Female Officers and Prisoner Reactions

    18:34 Encounters with Giant COs & Inmates

    24:03 The 500lb Inmate Saga

    31:06 Mess Hall Madness & Standing Up to Brass

    36:46 Fight Nights, Boxing Gloves & Discipline

    43:05 Helping Inmates & Old Prison Stories

    47:06 Full Circle Moments After Prison

    48:21 The Russian Inmate & TV Room Drama

    52:54 Lessons on Respect & Prison Justice

    56:04 Grand Finale & Farewell Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co

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    Inside the Mind of a Dope Head | Skyler Ray Aug 27, 2025
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    Skyler Ray grew up in Vancouver, Washington, facing abandonment, foster homes, and homelessness by the age of 18. What followed was years of drinking, drug abuse, and a severe dope addiction that left him in and out of jail and prison throughout his 20s. #PrisonStories #AddictionRecovery #HomelessToHope #LifeAfterPrison #DrugAddiction #RedemptionStory #FosterCareSurvivor #secondchances Connect with Skyler Ray: Website : Www.officialskylerray.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ej83SgCPP/?mibextid=wwXIfr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialskylerray?igsh=aGNyMWwzczdmdjIy&utm_source=qr Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6KjuJzM3UL0mikvc9oCTVo?si=2oRIrVSZSga96WKJbk6Cww YouTube: https://youtube.com/@skylerray?si=RcGFG2WwaVR2amXH Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps:

    00:00 Skyler Ray's Dark Years & Introduction

    00:47 Locked In Podcast Beginnings

    01:37 Road to Recovery Tour & Spreading Hope

    04:07 Giving Back Through Music and Recovery

    07:07 Skyler's Difficult Childhood & Foster Care

    14:09 Moving In With Dad & Early Teen Challenges

    17:39 Abandonment, Attention Seeking, and School Life

    22:05 Homelessness as a Teenager

    25:48 Addiction, Street Life & Paranoia Park

    29:45 Homeless Addicts: Myths & Realities

    33:31 Doing Whatever It Takes for Drugs

    36:26 The Harsh Cycle: Jail, Addiction & Recovery

    42:09 Jail Psychosis, Paranoia & Dark Stories

    46:00 Wild Tales from Behind Bars

    50:55 Life on the Chain Gang & Dorm Drama

    53:45 Jail, Prison, & the Desire for Change

    56:33 Deciding to Get Sober for Music & New Perspective

    01:00:23 Building a New Life: Boundaries and Accountability

    01:02:44 Why Recovery is So Hard

    01:03:28 Rebuilding Through Music After Sobriety

    01:09:02 Meeting Kayla & Leveling Up Musically

    01:12:00 Getting Hepatitis C & Overcoming Shame

    01:14:39 Family Relationships & Setting Boundaries

    01:17:31 Lessons to Younger Self & Final Reflections Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co

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    My Best Friend Killed Someone — Then Confessed the Murder to Me | Louis Ruggiero Aug 26, 2025
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    Louis Ruggiero grew up in New York City with privilege and connections — his mother, Rosanna Scotto, is a famous Fox News anchor, and his father is an attorney. But behind the perfect image, Louis was spiraling into addiction. College introduced him to Xanax, which quickly led to harder drugs, arrests, and trouble that was often swept away by his family's influence. His life took a shocking turn when a close friend confessed a murder to him, forcing Louis to testify in a high-profile trial. In this interview, Louis reveals his struggles with drugs, what it was like to be caught up in a murder case, and how he's working to turn his life around. #LouisRuggiero #RosannaScotto #AddictionRecovery #MurderTrial #DrugAddiction #NYCStories #TrueCrimePodcast #lockedinpodcast Connect with Louis Ruggiero: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NothingsOffTheTable Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nothingsoffpod Website: https://linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 A Dark Confession and Introduction 00:52 Meet Lewis: Background and Podcast 02:26 Twelve Years of Chaos 03:03 Growing Up Privileged in New York 04:42 Life with a Famous Mother 06:26 Spotlight Pressure and Acting Out 08:18 Rebellion and Early Signs 10:24 Parents' Presence and Family Dynamics 11:37 The Straight-Laced Sister 12:29 Making Amends and Lifelong Change 13:10 Hazy Future Plans and Pressure 14:31 High School Troubles and Africa Experience 16:03 Xanax: The Real Start of Addiction 17:56 Family History and the Addictive Personality 18:33 Barstar: College, Drugs, and Escalation 19:23 Interventions and Denial 20:54 Deceit, Probation, and Court-Ordered Programs 23:18 A Violent Encounter and New Addictions 24:22 Losing Friends and Facing the Law 26:06 White Privilege and Justice 27:41 Revolving Door of Addiction and Jail 28:58 Relapse and Deeper Descent 30:32 Confession of a Murder 35:01 After the Confession: Investigation and Fallout 39:05 Rock Bottom and Family Intervention 41:03 Rehab, FBI Subpoena, and Trial 44:52 Testifying in a Murder Case 47:56 Staying Sober Through Chaos 48:55 Falling Back and the Battle for Sobriety 49:54 Daily Recovery Work and Lasting Change 51:01 Living Amends and Generational Healing 54:05 Enabling, Gambling, and Hard Lessons 57:04 Gambling: Vegas, Apps, and Addiction 01:00:32 Reflection: Parental Trust and Actions 01:03:32 Integrity, Character, and Redemption 01:05:00 Advice to My Younger Self 01:05:16 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co

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    Bad Vegan: Sarma Melngailis Breaks Silence on Fraud, Prison & Netflix Scandal Aug 25, 2025
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    Sarma Melngailis seemed destined for success. A brilliant student who started her career in finance, she later pursued her passion for food and co-founded Pure Food and Wine, one of New York City's hottest vegan restaurants that attracted stars like Alec Baldwin. But Sarma's life took a shocking turn when she fell under the influence of a controlling con man who manipulated her into a web of lies, fraud, and destruction. Once the celebrated "vegan queen" of NYC, she became a fugitive, was arrested for fraud, and ended up behind bars at Rikers Island. Sarma's story of love, betrayal, and downfall captivated the world and was chronicled in Netflix's hit documentary Bad Vegan. In this episode, she opens up about her childhood, career, and what really happened behind the scenes of one of the most infamous scandals in the restaurant world. #BadVegan #SarmaMelngailis #TrueCrime #PrisonStories #NetflixDocumentary #RestaurantScandal #LockedInPodcast #Fraud Connect with Sarma Melngailis: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarmamelngailis Buy her book: https://amzn.to/45x4Awo Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps:

    00:00 Arrest and Introduction

    01:56 Sarma's Background & Pure Food and Wine

    10:08 Growing Up, Independence, and Early Influences

    20:28 Career in Finance and Transition to Culinary

    29:19 Opening Pure Food and Wine

    36:46 The Rise of Pure Food and Wine & One Lucky Duck

    42:00 Business Philosophy and Brand Growth

    48:46 Personal Relationships & Vulnerability

    54:46 First Encounters With the Conman

    01:01:01 How the Manipulation Began

    01:07:07 Financial Spiral and Isolation

    01:16:16 Collapse and Confusion

    01:25:01 The Arrest, Jail, and Coming to Terms

    01:39:00 Prosecution, Sentencing, and Restitution

    01:58:02 Reflection and the Future

    02:00:33 Lessons Learned & Moving Forward

    02:12:23 Ending and Book Discussion Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co

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