Can the street’s most feared kingpin become a force for good?

Former cartel lieutenant Andrew Kirkland says yes—and he’s living proof. In this raw, hope-packed conversation, Andrew walks host Stacey Chillemi through the pivotal moments that pulled him from violent power to Kingdom purpose, and the daily disciplines that keep him on mission. Inside the episode:

1. Rock-bottom wake-up—the night a near-fatal bust sparked a spiritual U-turn
2. The three-step “Responsibility Reset” Andrew teaches to inmates and at-risk youth
3. How replacing gang hierarchy with faith-based mentorship rebuilt his identity
4. Practical guardrails—habit stacks, accountability, and service—that prevent relapse
5. Why using your past as a platform can ignite movements bigger than yourself

Whether you’re battling old demons, coaching someone who is, or simply hungry for proof that radical change is possible, Andrew’s journey delivers a playbook for turning scars into signposts of hope.

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🔗 Dive deeper into his story of redemption, faith, and hope by visiting his website, From Kingpin to Kingdom, where you can explore exclusive insights, resources, and connect with a community devoted to transformation and renewal. 

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