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Renee Graziano

Renee Graziano: Mobster Dad, Rat Ex-Husband & Mob Wives

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 her breakout role on Mob Wives, Renee opens up about the reality of being raised in organized crime, the emotional toll of betrayal, her battles with addiction, and how fame magnified everything she was already struggling with. She breaks down what viewers never saw on Mob Wives, how the show changed her life, what it was really like being one of the most recognizable faces on reality TV, and how she’s been rebuilding her life with honesty and strength.

Tonya Higdon

I Had a Prison Girlfriend - Here’s What Happened

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 on the run after multiple arrests for driving without a license. When she was finally caught, Tonya was sentenced to three years in the Florida state prison system—where she formed a long-term relationship with another woman that lasted her entire sentence. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Tonya shares her full story: her upbringing, addiction, life on the run, surviving prison, the realities of having a prison girlfriend, and how she worked to rebuild her life afterward. This conversation offers an honest look at trauma, recovery, and resilience for anyone interested in real-life stories, addiction journeys, and the truth about life behind bars.

Ken Rideout

I Became a Prison Guard at 18 — What I Saw Broke Me

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 inside the prison system, his battle with opioids, and how running became a foundation for stability, structure, and long-term recovery. Today, Ken is known for his work in fitness, long-distance running, and co-hosting The Fight with Teddy Atlas podcast.

Leticia Duarte

My Girlfriend’s Arrest & What It’s Really Like Dating a Felon

Leticia Duarte joins Ian for the 500th episode of Locked In to finally share her side of the story — her arrest, her past, how the two met, and what it’s really like dating someone with a criminal record. Leticia opens up about her childhood, the mistakes that changed her life, the moment she was arrested, and the lessons she learned along the way. She talks honestly about supporting Ian through his journey, what dating a felon actually looks like behind the scenes, and how their relationship grew through challenges, questions, public eyes, and the realities of redemption. This episode also includes fan questions, behind-the-scenes moments from their relationship, and conversations about love, loyalty, mental health, personal growth, and rebuilding your life after setbacks. If you’re interested in real stories, prison and arrest experiences, relationship struggles, and honest conversations about life after mistakes, this episode gives you a raw and personal look at everything you’ve always wanted to know about Leticia and Ian — together.

Michael Martinez

I Was a Cop Involved In Multiple Shootings — Then I Lost Myself to Alcohol

Michael Martinez grew up in San Diego and started getting into trouble as a teenager before turning his life around and heading to Hawaii for college. His goal was to serve and protect — but his past made getting into law enforcement a challenge. While waiting to be accepted, he worked animal control in San Diego County before finally joining the San Diego Police Department. Within his first two years, Michael was involved in three officer-involved shootings, an experience that led to severe PTSD, alcoholism, and a complete personal breakdown. This episode dives deep into the reality behind the badge — the trauma, the toll, and the long road to redemption. Michael opens up about how he rebuilt his life, saved his family, and learned that asking for help isn’t weakness — it’s survival.

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