Patrick Tsang interviews Arthur J. Williams Jr., former counterfeiter from the Southside of Chicago, who counterfeited the 1996 hundred dollar bill. He shares with Patrick breakthrough moments learned in prison and how he was inspired by Michelangelo's life and fell in love with the Renaissance. He was faced with hard decisions after spending time in prison, not wanting to return to a life of crime. Through one mentorship opportunity, he turned art into his career and passion, appearing at Art Basel Miami, featuring his artwork at events hosted by Arnold Schwarzenegger, and starting his own art gallery.

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00:00 Intro

00:51 Growing up in Southside Chicago

01:18 The Projects

02:43 Gang Life

04:05 Spiritual Beliefs

06:24 Serving Time

07:30 Inspired by Michelangelo's life

08:15 Turning point

09:10 Being with Son in Prison

10:01 Life after Prison

11:51 Mentorship

13:14 Selling Art at Art Basel Miami Beach

15:33 Regrets

16:13 Life Movie

17:30 Life Ethos

20:24 #1 Advice