RIGGEDLabs Podcast

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By: Jamie Folk

On September 28, 2012, Massachusetts state chemist Annie Dookhan was arrested and charged with obstruction of justice and falsification of academic records. Approximately four months later another chemist, Sonja Farak, was arrested for using the drugs she was supposed to be testing and the Massachusetts Drug Lab Scandal was born. Hosts Jamie Folk and Ilyas Rona will be exploring the William H Hinton, UMass Amherst and State Police crime labs associated with this scandal and speak with the lawyers whose clients rights were violated as a result of the fraud committed by the chemists in these labs. Through their investigation of this...

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S3E97 Interview with Rachael Rollins, Criminal Justice Reform Advocate and A Force For Good
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S3E95 Anatomy of A Cover-Up: What Watergate and The Massachusetts Forensic Lab Scandals Teach Us About Institutional Decay
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#95
10/20/2026

A break-in. A cover-up. And an infamous president - Richard Nixon - who thought he could get away with it. The Watergate scandal wasn’t just a political scandal — it was a high-stakes game of power, paranoia, and deception that shook America to its core.

But who was really pulling the strings, and how close did they come to getting away with it?

This is RIGGEDLabs PODCAST — and this time, your hosts, Jamie, Ilyas and Chris, are exposing yet another scandal that proved even the highest office in the land isn’t above the rules of the U...


S3E940 Cannabis Executive Testifies Against Suffolk Sheriff - Punching Up with Jamie - Punching Up With Jamie Folk
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09/03/2026

S3E940 Cannabis Executive Testifies Against Suffolk Sheriff - Punching Up with Jamie

WBUR - Cannabis executive testifies against Suffolk sheriff in extortion trial


S3E93.0 State College Drug Ring Analysis | Punching Up with Jamie
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#93
09/01/2026

S3E93.0 State College Drug Ring Analysis | Punching Up with Jamie


S392.0 Evidentiary Hearings | Punching Up with Jamie
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#92
08/29/2026

S392.0 Evidentiary Hearings | Punching Up with Jamie


Welcome New Listeners & Thank You - RIGGEDLabs Listener's Digest - RIGGEDLabs Listener's Digest
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08/28/2026

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S3E91.0 Jamie Reports from the Middlesex County Superior Court, Calls To Throw out Every Case
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#91
07/27/2026

In this episode, our host Jamie reports from the Middlesex County Superior Court, and calls to throw out remaining every case tied to the Massachusetts crime laboratories scandals.

You will also hear insights on Commonwealth v. Israel Cedeno-Martinez - a Massachusetts post-conviction legal proceeding tied to the Hinton State Laboratory Institute drug testing scandal and allegations of misconduct involving chemist Sonja Farak.

For six years, RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast stands strong with every patriot since 2020 to help building protective and defensive awareness against enemies or detractors who are dishonestly manipulating evidence in rigged forensic laboratories to...


S3E90 July Evidentiary Hearings Day 3 Recap | Drug Labs Scandal Updates
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#90
07/16/2026

S3E90 July Evidentiary Hearings Day 3 Recap | Drug Labs Scandal Updates


S3E89 July Evidentiary Hearings Day 2 Recap | Crime Labs Scandal Updates
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#89
07/15/2026

S3E89 July Evidentiary Hearings Day 2 Recap | Crime Labs Scandal Updates


S3E88.0 July Evidentiary Hearings Recap with Jamie | Crime Labs Scandal Updates
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#88
07/14/2026

July 2026. - Evidentiary hearing is ongoing this week in the Middlesex County Superior Court in Woburn, Massachusetts in connection to the decade long Massachusetts rigged crime labs scandals as reported in early 2010s.

In this episode, Jamie brings a recap of today’s session.

RIGGEDLabs is seeking your support in favor of several thousands victims and survivors of rigged forensics laboratories/corruption within the criminal justice system.

In new episodes this week, Jamie reports from the courthouse.

For six years, RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast stands strong with every patriot since 2020 to help bu...


HAPPY Fourth of July/HAPPY 250th! and, May God Always Bless America!
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#87
07/04/2026

In this episode, we want to unite with all our listeners, supporters, and fans to celebrate in honor of our nation's 250th birthday and in the promise of freedom and liberty for all.

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It's good to be here in Massachusetts where the fight for our 🇺🇸 national independence began. 250 years later [1776-2026], that same revolutionary spirit defines who we are today:

Freedom is Worth Protecting!Liberty is Worth Defending!

For six years, RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast stands strong with every patriot s...


"RIGGED:" PODCAST - Punching Up With Jamie | S3E86.0
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#86
07/02/2026

First Episode of the month of July 2020.

"RIGGED:" PODCAST Punching Up With Jamie | S3E86.0


S3E85 "RIGGED:" PODCAST Sixth Anniversary This Month + Review, Recap of our first episodes
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#85
06/16/2026

Welcome to another solo episode of RIGGEDLabs Podcast!

And, Thank You for being part of the journey toward public awareness and advocacy for justice and freedom. This episode was recorded this month of June 2026 as part of “RIGGED:” Podcast's Six Anniversary.

In this episode, Jamie recalls some of the events, challenges, and accounts leading to the birth of "RIGGED:" Podcast. Also, he continues to express continued gratitude to the listeners. "RIGGED:" was officially launched in June 2020 - six years ago!

Six years of incredible conversations, deep dives, and an amazing community would not be p...


S3E84 The Podcast Sixth Anniversary This Month + Review, Recap of our first episode
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#84
06/13/2026

S3E84 The Podcast Sixth Anniversary This Month + Review, Recap of our first episode


E3E83 Join us for Community, Advocacy, and Justice - Episode 83.0 of SEASON 3
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#83
06/09/2026

E3E83 Join us for Community, Advocacy, and Justice - Episode 83.0 of SEASON 3


E3E82 Review of The Massachusetts Breathalyzer Testing Scandal - Episode 82.0 of SEASON 3
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#82
06/08/2026

Welcome to June!

and also to The Podcast sixth anniversary month. Celebrate with us!

In this first episode of the month of June 2026, RIGGEDLabs Podcast hosts review the Massachusetts Breathalyzer Scandal.

E3E82 Review of The Massachusetts Breathalyzer Testing Scandal - Episode 82.0 of SEASON 3

E3E82 RIGGEDLabs Protective Awareness - Episode 82.0 of SEASON 3


E3E81 RIGGEDLabs Protective Awareness - Episode 81.0 of SEASON 3
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#81
05/31/2026

Welcome to another solo episode of RIGGEDLabs Podcast!

And, Thank You for being part of the journey toward public awareness and advocacy for justice and freedom.

This episode was recorded in late May 2026. In this episode, Jamie recall some of the events and accounts leading to the birth of "RIGGED:" Podcast. Also, he continues to express continued gratitude to the listeners of this podcast - officially launched in June 2020 - six years ago!

Six years of incredible conversations, deep dives, and an amazing community would not be possible without you. Whether you have...


E3E80 RIGGEDLabs Defensive Awareness - Episode 80.0 of SEASON 3
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#80
05/30/2026

Welcome to another solo episode of RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast!

This episode was recorded on the eve of the podcast sixth anniversary month. In this episode, Jamie expresses gratitude to the first listeners of this podcast - officially launched in June 2020 - six years ago!

He continues to offer us a recap of the first year of the podcast and behind the scenes tour of the operations of the Massachusetts forensic laboratories scandals - with a little surprise!

More at RIGGEDLabMassachusetts.com

About RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast & Community

RIGGEDLabs...


E3E79 RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast - Episode 79.0 of SEASON 3
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#79
05/26/2026

In this episode, once again, Jamie Folk takes us for a guided tour behind the scenes at the breaking point of the operations of the forensic drug testing laboratories scandals in Massachusetts and the birth of RIGGEDLabs Podcast in 2020 - six years ago!

Several innocent victims of the Massachusetts drug testing labs scandals remain wrongfully convicted to this day by our criminal justice system.

RIGGEDLabs Podcast prides itself on being the unique podcast, digital platform, and thinking framework dedicated to help its listeners build protective and defensive awareness against dishonest manipulations of forensic evidence in...


Special Memorial Day Tribute: We Remember & Honor Those Who Made The Sacrifice | RIGGEDLabs
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#78
05/23/2026

On this Memorial Day weekend, we express our gratitude for the brave men and women who served our nation with integrity and sacrificed for our freedom. It isn’t free. Our freedom isn’t free!

We remember and we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice!

This RIGGEDLabs episode pays tribute to more than 37,000 personnel from Massachusetts and several thousands more across the country who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces since the Revolutionary War.

In episode, we want to encourage you to continue the fight for our national freedom and...


RIGGEDLabs Podcast Behind The Scenes with our First Episode Released in June 2020
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#77
05/19/2026

In this episode, Jamie Folk takes us behind the scenes with RIGGEDLabs First Episode released in June 2020 - nearly six years ago.

Listen to the RIGGED: Massachusetts Podcast first episode.

About RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast & Community

RIGGEDLabs Podcast prides itself on being the unique podcast, digital platform, and thinking framework dedicated to help its listeners build protective and defensive awareness against dishonest manipulations of forensic evidence in rigged laboratories across the United States.

Established in 2020, RIGGEDLabs Podcast stated by exposing widespread evidence falsifications, wrongful convictions, corruptions, cover ups, and waste of the...


S3E76 RIGGEDLabs Podcast Celebrates National Police Week 2026
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#76
05/16/2026

This month of May 2026, the RIGGEDLabs Awareness Community joins the nation to honor the courage, sacrifice and dedication of law enforcement officers across the United States. National Police Week was originally established in 1962 by President John F. Kennedy's presidential proclamation.

National Police Week 2026 was observed from May 10 to May 16, 2026, with Peace Officers Memorial Day designated on May 15, 2026. The week-long series of events included the 30th annual Police Unity Tour, the Candlelight Vigil on the National Mall, and the 45th Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service.

Key Facts About National Police Week

Presidential Proclamation, 1962: National...


S3E75 Building Protective Awareness To Protect Your Freedom and Your Family
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#75
05/07/2026

S3E74.1 Building Protective Awareness To Protect Your Freedom and Your Family

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Protective Awareness To Protect Your Freedom and Family | S3E74.0
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#74
05/06/2026

In this first episode of the month of May 2026, we make an appeal to invite you to partner with us to take your listenership to the next level. We invite you to build protective awareness to protect your freedom and family for justice and liberty.


We Hear You. Thank You for Your Feedback. RIGGED: The Book is on Amazon - SEASON 3, Episode 73.0
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#73
04/30/2026

We Hear You. Thank You for Your Feedback. RIGGED: The Book is on Amazon - SEASON 3, Episode 73.0

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March 2026 Evidentiary Hearings - RIGGEDLabs Reports S3E72.0.1756
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04/10/2026

March 2026 Evidentiary Hearings - RIGGEDLabs Reports

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#71
04/08/2026

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2026 Evidential Hearing Report and Review by Jamie

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#70
04/01/2026

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March 2026 Evidentiary Hearings: March Report #2752

SEASON 3 | Episode 70.0


March 2026 Evidential Hearings - RIGGEDLabs Reports S3E69.0.5539
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#69
03/21/2026

An evidentiary hearing is a formal court proceeding where a judge reviews evidence and hears witness testimony to resolve specific factual disputes or determine the admissibility of evidence.

Similar to a "mini-trial," the 2026 evidentiary hearing focuses on particular issues—such as suppressing or concealing evidence, etc... — rather than the entire case.

Jamie Folk reports in this mini solo episode.

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SEASON 3 | Episode 69.0


From The Desk of Jamie Folk: Thank You to our New Listeners and Growing Podcast Community
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#68
03/07/2026

On behalf of the entire RIGGEDLabs Team, Jamie takes a few minutes to extend a heartfelt thank you for tuning in and becoming a part of our growing podcast community.

Listen to Jamie in this short episode.

Your support means the world to us and to more than 300,000 victims or survivors of rigged sciences in rigged forensic laboratories in Massachusetts and across the nation.

Nearly six years ago, we launched the RIGGEDLabs Podcast with the goal of creating a space for engaging discussions around the massive frauds and coverups that took place in...


RIGGED: Massachusetts State Forensic Labs Scandal Update, February 2026
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#65
02/23/2026

The new RIGGEDLabs Podcast episode this week brings new development with expert perspectives from the hosts.

We last left off discussing how a group of defendants from Massachusetts Middlesex County and Suffolk County consolidated their cases and, after years of their attorneys pouring through tens of thousands of pages of discovery, are finally going to get their day in court. The evidentiary hearing date is fast approaching and is expected to take at least two to three weeks in March – next month.

Currently, all of the witnesses have been served and the Court is now de...


Exciting News from RIGGEDLabs Podcast: Announcing RIGGEDLabs Membership on Patreon!
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#57
12/13/2025

In this short and solo episode, RIGGEDLabs Podcast Host, Jamie Folk, announces RIGGEDLabs the membership options on Patreon.

We've come a long way since launching RIGGEDLabs Podcast back in 2020, diving deep into the Massachusetts drug lab scandals that shattered lives and exposed systemic failures in the US criminal justice system. From the shocking revelations about Annie Dookhan at the Hinton Lab, to the Amherst Lab issues, and the broader implications across state police crime labs—we've uncovered stories that demand public attention.

And now, with RIGGEDLabs Season 3 underway, we're expanding our lens to drug lab sc...


S3E56 The Braintree Police Evidence Room Scandal | S3E56.0
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#56
12/08/2025

In this episode 56.0 of Season 3, we are reviewing the Braintree Police Evidence Room Scandal - in Massachusetts.

An independent audit of the Braintree Police Department’s evidence room confirmed that large quantities of drugs, weapons, and cash had gone missing over a period of years. After being confronted with questions about the missing items last May, the officer in charge of maintaining the room — Susan Zopatti — committed suicide. What happened?

Episode 56.0 brings light to the story to help you build defensive awareness. Thank you for listening.

Braintree Police Department | Evidence Room S3E56.0

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11/02/2025

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RIGGEDLabs Podcast | Season 1 & Season 2 Recap #5237
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10/26/2025

RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast | Season 1 & Season 2 Recap

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#52
10/26/2025

RIGGEDLabs Podcast | Overview of Season 3

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RIGGEDLabs Awareness Podcast Social #4759
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#51
10/24/2025

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SEASON 3 | Episode 51.0


RIGGEDLabs Podcast | S3 E2 -Justin Volk Case Overview
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#50
10/19/2025

Welcome to RIGGEDLabs UNRIGGED! Podcast | Season 3 Episode 2.

In this episode we will review the case of San Francisco lab analyst Justin Volk.

Season 3 of RIGGEDLabs Podcast—hosted by investigative journalist Jamie Folk and attorney Ilyas Rona, premieres on November 1, 2025, with weekly episodes available on all major podcast and social platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and the podcast's official website RIGGEDLabs.com

The new season dives deep into the 2020 arrest of OCME lab analyst Justin Volk—The San Francisco Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, who was caught in Utah with a sealed evidence bag...


RIGGEDLabs Podcast | Season 3 Press Release - Introduce and Read by Jamie Folk
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#49
10/18/2025

In this first episode of RIGGEDLabs Podcast Season 3, Jamie Folk introduces a new season and reads the new press release.

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RIGGEDLabs SEASON 3 PRESS RELEASE

Contact Information:

RIGGED: RIGGED Lab Massachusetts Podcast

Mr. Jamie Folk

+1-774-291-9493 | Phone

[email protected] | email

Release Date: October 10, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Returning For Season 3 To Uncovering Nationwide Drug Labs Scandals Across the United States of America.

Boston, MA – October 10, 2025 – The award-winning investigative podcast—RIGGED Lab Massachusetts podcast announ...


The Massachusetts Governor's Office Helped to Conceal Hinton Wrongdoing
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10/15/2024

Major revelation in today's episode. Apparently the Massachusetts Inspector General's Office concealed that the Governor's lawyer helped to conceal important information from investigators. We review the evidence obtained by Chris Post and uncover more corruption than we previously suspected.