John Lendall’s life spiraled before it ever had a chance to begin. Growing up in Massachusetts with parents addicted to drugs, John dropped out of high school as a freshman and ended up in juvenile detention twice before turning 18. By 19, he was hooked on pills and chasing his next high — until one night, a robbery for drugs turned deadly. Charged with murder and facing 18–20 years, John took a plea deal and cooperated with authorities. He spent 12 years behind bars. In this interview, John shares what really happened that night, what prison taught him, and how he's trying to rebuild a life after a childhood of chaos and a past he can’t undo.

00:00:00 John Lendle's Troubled Past and Prison Sentence

00:04:36 Childhood Exposure to Illegal Activities

00:09:50 Impact of Gang Presence on School Life

00:15:11 Life in Juvenile Detention

00:20:09 Unconventional Journey Home

00:25:22 Journey into Drug Addiction

00:31:09 Initiation into Armed Robbery

00:37:01 The Gunshot Incident and Its Aftermath

00:42:40 Arrest and Confession: A Turning Point

00:48:01 Legal Challenges and Sentencing

00:54:19 Struggles with Addiction and Recovery in Prison

00:59:02 Navigating Prison Life and Social Dynamics

01:04:15 Journey of Self-Forgiveness and Reflection

01:09:24 Evolution of Communication: Texting to Facetiming

01:14:29 Juggling Multiple Jobs: A Personal Journey

01:19:35 The Impact of Rescuing Dogs as Pets

01:24:18 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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