Rotten Mango

Brad Rousse, a former inmate at MDC Brooklyn, shares gripping stories from his time in this notorious facility. He vividly describes the harsh conditions, from the notorious 'murder burgers' to coveted 'macks' of preserved mackerel. Rousse delves into the unique economy among inmates and the emotional toll of shared living spaces. He discusses his journey post-release, focusing on mitigation work that aids defendants, and offers practical advice for those facing legal troubles, emphasizing recovery and honesty as crucial steps.

A new true crime documentary has just been released on Netflix titled, ‘Unknown Number.’ The twist at the end is so unexpected and shocking that people start making TikToks of their friends and family’s reactions. The premise: Lauryn and Owen are thirteen year olds navigating a middle school romance until they get put into a group chat with an unknown third number. The texts start off silly. “Best day ever! Only one of you got voted on homecoming court – this is epic! LMAO!” They quickly escalate in severity and occurrence; sometimes up to 50 harassing text messages a day for roughly two years. “Owen loves me and I will always be the girl he loves. He will be with me while your lonely ugly ass is alone. I fucking own Owens dick. Cry more you fucking jealous bitch.” Who is sending these messages? Why do they want Lauryn and Owen to break up so badly? Why does it take the authorities two full years to finally catch the sender? Those were just a few of the many questions netizens still had after finishing the documentary... Rotten Mango was able to secure a never before seen case file that is nearly one thousand pages long.We discuss these exclusive details along with the sender’s possible motives, theories, and answers to some of the most asked questions. This is everything the new documentary ‘Unknown Number’ didn’t tell you about the real life case.   Full show notes available at RottenMangoPodcast.com  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The story was simple. Perhaps, a little too simple. Rebecca says she pulled into the parking lot of the sports store with her 7 month old son, Emmanuel.  She went to get him from the back but a creepy man walked up to her, said “hola,” knocked her out, and stole her son.  A tragic situation. But what if it never even happened?There are so many questions that don’t make sense if her story is true -  Rebecca claims she didn’t see the man at all before he knocked her out. She says he came up from behind her. But how did she get punched in the middle of her face where she now has a black eye if he came up behind her? Also if her black eye is from the kidnapper punching her in the face - why are there reports that family members saw her with a black eye weeks before the abduction? How come she keeps using past tense when referring to her son?And why did she making missing child flyers in an effort to find her son but disconnect her phone so that no tips/sightings would actually go through? But most intriguing - how come nobody saw her with a baby that day? The day she claims her baby was abducted?    Full show notes at rottenmangopodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A mother's desperate search for her daughter reveals the horror of a stalker's grip. Heart-stopping footage goes viral, showcasing the aftermath of a brutal murder in Turkey. The discussion dives into the chilling concept of a 'ragdoll killer' and the psychological impacts of violence and stalking. Investigating dark corners of online communities unveils toxic ideologies promoting violence against women. Amid public outcry and media censorship, the alarming rise of femicides in Turkey begs urgent attention and action.

It will be their first time seeing each other in 20+ years. The last time they saw each other was when they broke up after college. Now, so much has changed.  He’s gotten out of prison for killing his childhood abuser. She’s started her own business and moved on with her life. Maybe this is a bad idea. Maybe they have nothing in common anymore. Maybe it’s a college fling and they should leave it alone.  After all, they never even said a word to each other for 25 years. But when they see each other for the first time in that coffee shop. They’re back to college again.  She looks down and notices a briefcase.  “Do you bring a briefcase to all your dates?” He chuckles because inside that suitcase is proof. Proof that for the past 20 years he has never stopped thinking about her. Support Clark and his story: "Scarred" by Clark Fredericks https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Scarred/Clark-Fredericks/9781668018651    Full Shownotes: rottenmangopodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happened that day in that little house in the woods is not a debate. The evidence is all there. The blood, the wounds, the dead man lying on the floor of the living room. That night while the homeowner was watching TV - Clark Fredericks walked in, slashed at him with a hunting knife, stabbing him all over his chest, before finally slitting his throat. It’s a bloody killing. There’s blood splattered and smeared all over the room. Detectives have so many questions for the killer - Like why did he kill him? Why did he go and spit on his bed before leaving? Did he think that he was going to get away with this? What was the reason? And does he regret it? Today, we’re getting answers to those questions. This is our interview with Clark Fredericks. Support Clark and his story: "Scarred" by Clark Fredericks https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Scarred/Clark-Fredericks/9781668018651    Full Shownotes: rottenmangopodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s a little strange for a eulogy to go viral especially when it’s not dedicated to a politician or celebrity that’s passed, but this eulogy is for the joint funeral of a couple Kristin and James Brock. Killed in their sleep while their two daughters slept just a few doors away. The killer is still on the loose. Kristin’s eldest daughter gives the closing line of her eulogy, “I love you guys so, so much…I’m sorry.” A relative who is present at the funeral will later recall the teenager’s cadence - how it was one of the weirdest things they have ever witnessed. What is that voice they’re doing?It sounds like crying but not a single tear… Afterwards, the teenager, whose 5 year old sister was the one to find their parents’ bodies, goes down the line of relatives repeating the phrase, “I’m sorry.” Why is 17 year old Sarah Patrick apologizing to everyone when it was her mother and stepfather that were killed? Five months later and a digital footprint of tiktoks will give the police enough evidence to make an arrest. Authorities accuse Sarah Patrick. Could the teenage daughter who recited a eulogy for her deceased parents really be a killer performing a eulogy for her murder victims?    Full show notes at rottenmangopodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a chilling tale from Nanjing, a predator known as 'Uncle Red' wreaks havoc after being arrested, leaving the entire city reeling. The podcast delves into the bizarre societal backlash that ensued, showcasing how online boycotts drew sharp lines between local pride and shame. Humorously dissecting his quirky persona, they explore his rise as a meme icon, igniting conversations about consent, gender dynamics, and the digital impact of scandals. With an absurd blend of morality and humor, this narrative reveals the complexity of online outrage in contemporary culture.

A chilling examination unfolds around the suspicious deaths of Sandra Birchmore and John O’Keefe, interlinking police misconduct and cover-ups. A police detective’s relationship with Birchmore raises questions of grooming and betrayal, leading to a controversial suicide ruling. The complexities of the Karen Reed trial highlight biases within law enforcement and possible conspiracies, with netizens speculating on hidden truths. As trials of credibility ensue, the moral integrity of those involved comes under fire, revealing a web of corruption and unanswered questions.

Karen Read claims she did not kill her boyfriend. She dropped him off at a friend’s house for a party and he was found the next morning, deceased on the front lawn.  The party goers say that he never came inside which has everyone believing Karen Read ran him over with her car.  But she says that never happened. Then how do you explain the 40+ pieces of HER car tail light that were found at the scene? Well, it’s simple. She says she was framed. For murder.  Those tail light pieces were allegedly planted by shady cops that want her to go down. Law enforcement disagree, providing video evidence that nobody touched her car and nobody could have ever placed tail light pieces at the scene. Nobody believes Karen Read. Until it’s revealed that the so called CCTV footage from inside the police station… is altered.     Full show notes at rottenmangopodcast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.