Episode
Borderlands | 2. The Outlaw
45:28
Published: Tue Sep 07 2021
Description
As law enforcement starts to sniff around, Robert steps into the shoes of a legendary drug lord. Want the full story? Unlock all episodes of Witnessed, ad-free, right now by subscribing to The Binge. Plus, get binge access to brand new stories dropping on the first of every month — that’s all episodes, all at once, all ad-free. Just click ‘Subscribe’ on the top of the Witnessed show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you listen. A Campside Media & Sony Music Entertainment production. Find out more about The Binge and other podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
Retired U.S. Customs agent, Dan Dobbs, sheds light on the escalating violence and drug smuggling operations in the Big Ben region during the 1980s, setting the context for the story of Sheriff Rick Thompson and Robert Chambers.
00:00 - 01:00 (01:00)
Summary
Retired U.S. Customs agent, Dan Dobbs, sheds light on the escalating violence and drug smuggling operations in the Big Ben region during the 1980s, setting the context for the story of Sheriff Rick Thompson and Robert Chambers.
EpisodeBorderlands | 2. The Outlaw
PodcastWitnessed: Devil in the Ditch
A man recounts the police crossing the border into their side and causing trouble at a bar.
01:00 - 09:19 (08:18)
Summary
A man recounts the police crossing the border into their side and causing trouble at a bar. The story follows the arrival of Robert and his notoriety in the town.
EpisodeBorderlands | 2. The Outlaw
PodcastWitnessed: Devil in the Ditch
This episode tells the story of Robert, a pilot who heroically rescued people from burning planes and brought criminals to justice but also had ties to international drug smuggling.
09:19 - 14:44 (05:25)
Summary
This episode tells the story of Robert, a pilot who heroically rescued people from burning planes and brought criminals to justice but also had ties to international drug smuggling. It focuses on a particular event in Mexico where he and others went to bring a rapist to justice.
EpisodeBorderlands | 2. The Outlaw
PodcastWitnessed: Devil in the Ditch
The speaker discusses potential ways for someone to get out of being arrested for a crime, including claiming to be a cooperating informant for the federal government, using false tail numbers on an unregistered airplane, and wearing a certain type of clothing.
14:44 - 21:35 (06:51)
Summary
The speaker discusses potential ways for someone to get out of being arrested for a crime, including claiming to be a cooperating informant for the federal government, using false tail numbers on an unregistered airplane, and wearing a certain type of clothing.
EpisodeBorderlands | 2. The Outlaw
PodcastWitnessed: Devil in the Ditch
Robert Chambers’ involvement in the drug smuggling world led him down a violent path, as illustrated by the story of Pablo’s death.
21:35 - 30:05 (08:29)
Summary
Robert Chambers’ involvement in the drug smuggling world led him down a violent path, as illustrated by the story of Pablo’s death. The dangers and consequences associated with drug trafficking are highlighted in this episode.
EpisodeBorderlands | 2. The Outlaw
PodcastWitnessed: Devil in the Ditch
The allegations against Robert include various acts of out-of-control behavior, an assault charge, shootout on the river, and claims of drive-by shootings, all leading to his arrest for an illegal firearm purchase.
30:05 - 40:24 (10:18)
Summary
The allegations against Robert include various acts of out-of-control behavior, an assault charge, shootout on the river, and claims of drive-by shootings, all leading to his arrest for an illegal firearm purchase.
EpisodeBorderlands | 2. The Outlaw
PodcastWitnessed: Devil in the Ditch
The upcoming episode of Borderlands will uncover the hidden side of the county sheriff Thompson who, despite being trusted by locals, engaged in activities posing a threat to the United States.
40:24 - 41:50 (01:26)
Summary
The upcoming episode of Borderlands will uncover the hidden side of the county sheriff Thompson who, despite being trusted by locals, engaged in activities posing a threat to the United States.