The Investigation into The Ware Center for Youth

Bloody Angola Podcast by Woody Overton & Jim Chapman

In this episode of "Bloody Angola," we explore the dark history of the Ware Center for Youth and the just released Louisiana Inspector General findings of the conditions within. The focus of this initial episode is on a New York Times investigation exposing shocking abuse and neglect at the facility, prompting a call for change that spearheaded an investigation of the Juvenile Facility by then Governor John Bell Edwards.Allegations of rape, physical abuse and an unusually high number of suicides are covered in this episode.It is important to note that this episode covers the Allegations made by the New York Times and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this podcast.Timestamps07:18 Allegations by the New York Times12:39 Investigations by the State Inspector General16:17 The Politics of Ware19:21 The Beginnings of Ware22:22 Shakira's Journey to Ware26:11 Punishments and Abuse at Ware30:06 Horrific Allegations of Sexual Abuse39:03 The Sheriff's Response40:01 Uncovering Indifference42:44 Surprising Outcomes44:54 Superficial Oversight46:09 Inadequate Corrections47:35 Concealed Interviews50:56 Rising Dysfunction52:10 False Assurances56:12 Regulatory Failures57:47 Escalating Incidents1:00:55 Reflecting on ImpactSpecial Listener Deals!Badlands Ranch:Go watch this 20 Minute Video presented by Katherine Heigl and learn some amazing tips on the health of your dog.Click Here to watch now!
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