Brandon Smallidge shares how his job as a firefighter led to PTSD, addiction, and the fight to rebuild his life.

#FirefighterTrauma #PTSD #AddictionRecovery #FirstResponderStruggles #MentalHealthAwareness #TrueStory #OvercomingDarkness #lifelessons

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00:00:00 Growing Up in Connecticut: Childhood Reflections and Family Dynamics

00:12:03 Emotional Impact of Adoption and Family Dynamics

00:15:36 Adjusting to a New Family Dynamic

00:23:51 Childhood Dreams of Becoming a Firefighter

00:31:49 Firefighter Training: Beyond the Basics

00:39:14 Firefighting Challenges and Risks

00:47:03 Contractor Bid Rigging Scandals

00:54:52 Dangerous Encounters in Repossession

01:05:00 Struggling with Mental Health: A Personal Story

01:10:18 The Impact of Hearing the Death Rattle

01:18:06 The Cycle of Trauma and Addiction in Firefighters

01:26:42 Emergency Room Delays: The Struggle for Timely Help

01:34:50 Surgery and Recovery

01:42:20 Struggles with Pain Medication Abuse

01:51:57 Discovering Pregnancy After Car Accident

01:58:37 Realization and Responsibility: Becoming a Parent

02:06:48 Sharing Stories for Inspiration and Hope

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Justin Kline describes the violent lifestyle that led him to prison, the dangers inside, and how he eventually got out.

#TrueCrime #JusticeSystem #CrimeAndPunishment #SurvivorStory #LawEnforcement #Redemption #HardTime #lifelessons

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00:00:00 Overcoming Adversity and Inspiring Change

00:05:10 Growing Up in a Large Family in Philadelphia Suburbs

00:10:32 Transition from School Days to Street Life

00:15:42 Reflecting on Personal Transformation

00:21:14 Life Inside Juvenile Detention: Abuse and Impact

00:26:19 Life After the Streets: A Personal Journey

00:31:30 Lessons from Prison Experience

00:36:21 Prison Politics and the Struggle for Respect

00:41:13 Survival and Conflict in Prison

00:46:10 Navigating Prison Challenges and Personal Growth

00:51:10 Turning Point: Life After Prison

00:56:34 A Violent Encounter and Its Aftermath

01:01:27 Overcoming Addiction and Making Amends

01:06:29 Reflections on Past Choices and Mindset

01:11:39 Turning Points: Overcoming Doubts and Strengthening Relationships

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Christopher Tuder explains how his addiction took control of his life, the desperate choices he made, and the cost of his dependency.

#DopeAddiction #SubstanceAbuse #TrueCrime #LifeStruggles #MentalHealthAwareness #AddictionRecovery #HardTruth #rehabjourney

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00:00:00 Growing Up in a Chaotic Family Environment

00:08:00 Finding Connection Through Shared Experiences

00:16:17 Witnessing Violence at a Young Age

00:24:56 Surviving Juvenile Detention: Tips and Experiences

00:28:57

00:33:21 Staff Abuses in Juvenile Facilities

00:41:50 Joining the National Guard: An Escape Plan

00:50:25 The Influence of Party Culture and Substance Use

00:58:48 Kwame Kilpatrick and Detroit's Cannabis Boom

01:07:07 A Journey Through Addiction and Rehab

01:15:35 Cultural Experiences and Legal Encounters in New Zealand

01:25:00 Living and Working in Vietnam on a Budget

01:32:13 Navigating Visa Challenges in Australia

01:40:46 Struggle with Fentanyl Addiction

01:49:29 Struggling with Homelessness and Addiction

01:57:42 Overcoming Adversities with a 12-Step Program

02:05:52 Florida Work Release Program and Rehabilitation Efforts

02:13:48 Engaging with Negative Comments for More Views

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Jonathon Taylor recounts how Fyre Festival’s Billy McFarland scammed him out of $700K while they were both behind bars.

#PrisonScam #FyreFestival #TrueCrime #FraudExposed #InmateLife #CriminalDeception #Scammed #MoneyGone

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00:00:00 Introduction and Background of John

00:05:20 Growing Up with an Overbearing Father

00:10:40 Early Work Ethic and Love for Business

00:15:43 Friendships in Prison

00:20:51 Life in a Crack Hotel: A Personal Journey

00:26:04 Presidential Pardons and January 6 Impact

00:31:09 Understanding Human Trafficking Conspiracy Laws

00:36:37 From Card Games to Courtroom Drama

00:41:21 Life and Relationships in Prison

00:46:22 Prison Economy and Currency

00:51:23 Meeting Billy McFarland in Prison

00:56:41 The Story of Billy's Release and Relocation

01:01:54 Financial Missteps and Trust Issues

01:07:07 The Intriguing Case of Billy McFarland

01:11:54 Lessons from Bernie Madoff: Investor Mistakes

01:16:38 Personal Growth and Emotional Self-Discovery

01:21:42 Reflecting on Shared Experiences

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Attorney Alex Taubes, a Yale Law School graduate and dedicated civil rights lawyer based in New Haven, Connecticut, delves into systemic misconduct within the criminal justice system. With a focus on wrongful convictions, police brutality, and governmental negligence, Taubes shares insights from his extensive legal career, including organizing the "7 Days of Truth with Proof" rally to highlight wrongful incarcerations. He discusses his efforts to combat systemic injustices and his commitment to advocating for the underrepresented.

#CivilRights #CriminalJusticeReform #AlexTaubes #WrongfulConvictions #PoliceMisconduct #JusticeForAll #LegalAdvocacy #SystemicReform

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00:00:00 Journey to Becoming a Lawyer in Connecticut

00:03:53 Navigating Private Legal Practice and Client Connections

00:08:20 Impact of Free Phone Calls and Tablets in Prisons

00:12:00 The Role of Unions in Connecticut Corrections

00:15:46 Gender Dynamics and Misconduct in Correctional Facilities

00:19:39 The Complexity of Judging Horrific Crimes

00:23:39 Failures in Accommodating Mental Health in Prisons

00:27:27 Uncovering Connecticut's Controversial Cases

00:31:26 The Division in Public Opinion: CEO Case and Societal Instability

00:35:17 The Struggles and Injustices in Civil Rights Cases

00:39:14 Alleged Police Misconduct in Waterbury Trial

00:43:04 Lawsuit Against City Over Workers' Compensation

00:46:43 Prison Leans and Legal Battles in Connecticut

00:50:36 Jury Selection in Civil vs. Criminal Cases

00:54:37 Challenges with Prosecutorial Power and Jury Influence

00:58:28 Challenges in the Criminal Justice System

01:02:15 Advancing Yourself Beyond Chess

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Jonathon Wohl reveals the shocking mistreatment he endured at the hands of the NYPD and his long fight for justice.

#PoliceBrutality #TrueCrime #SystemicInjustice #LawAndOrder #SurvivorStory #JusticeMatters #HumanRights #exposingthetruth

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00:00:00 Growing Up in Foster Care

00:08:16 Overcoming Childhood Challenges in Special Education

00:16:28 Learning to Read with Grandma's Bookshelf

00:25:00 Arrest and Interrogation Experience

00:32:57 Reflections on Youthful Decisions

00:41:25 Encounter with Police and Arrest

00:50:02 Racial Incidents in the Construction Field

00:58:10 Unsafe Work Environment and Management Response

01:05:39 Racial Discrimination and Mistreatment in Custody

01:13:28 Allegations of Police Misconduct and Racial Discrimination

01:21:02 Wrongful Arrest and Courtroom Racism

01:28:54 Facing Assault Charges in Court

01:37:29 Impact of Police Encounters on Black Lives

01:45:48 Systemic Racism and the Struggles of the Black Community

01:54:03 Systemic Racism and Judicial Bias

02:01:39 Systemic Injustice and Racial Discrimination in the Legal System

02:09:26 Safe Space for Sharing Stories

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Kendrick Fulton talks about his 400-month sentence for drug dealing, how he navigated life in federal prison, and what kept him going.

#LongPrisonSentence #FederalPrison #TrueCrime #DrugTrafficking #JusticeSystem #CrimeAndPunishment #HardTime #exconvict

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00:00:00 Kendrick's Journey Back to Society

00:05:20 Childhood Lessons on Work and Values

00:11:00 Navigating Probation and College Life

00:16:34 Why College Isn't for Everyone

00:22:10 The Misrepresentation of Small Operations by the Government

00:27:40 Federal Drug Investigation: Conviction Strategies

00:33:19 Escaping to Denver: A New Life in Colorado

00:39:18 Prison Transport Journey and Challenges

00:44:41 Turning Yourself In: The Emotional Journey

00:50:18 The Meaning of Forgiveness

00:55:53 Lessons from the Streets to Legal Business

01:00:54 Defying the Odds: Success Stories of Children with Incarcerated Parents

01:06:09 Disparities in Sentencing for Drug Offenses

01:14:23 Early Release from Prison Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

01:17:18 Life After Imprisonment: New Beginnings in Austin

01:22:57 Transition and Trying Viral Chicken Sandwiches

01:28:31 Future Podcast Plans with Kendrick

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Khalid Abdulqaadir was just a kid when the FBI stormed his home and arrested his father in the wake of 9/11. Branded as a national security threat, his family’s life was turned upside down. Determined to prove his father’s innocence, Khalid took an unbelievable path—becoming an intelligence agent himself. This is the mind-blowing story of government surveillance, a wrongful arrest, and the fight for justice from the inside.

#FBIArrest #9/11Aftermath #TrueStory #GovernmentSecrets #SurvivorStory #SystemicInjustice #PoliticalScandal #civilrights

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00:00:00 Introduction and Background of the Guest

00:06:00 Struggles of Balancing Faith and Crime

00:12:11 Journey from St. Louis to Kansas City: A Family Reflection

00:19:09 Growing Up with an Unknown Famous Father

00:24:53 Witnessing the 9/11 Attacks on TV

00:31:01 Encounter with the FBI: A Personal Experience

00:37:51 Post-9/11 FBI Interactions

00:43:52 Traumatic Raid Experience

00:50:41 Undercover Pressure: Wearing a Wire

00:56:39 Joining the Military Under Suspicion

01:03:13 Military Racial Profiling and Detainment

01:09:37 Encounter with Military Authority and Double Agent Concerns

01:15:17 Intense Polygraph Experience and Legal Concerns

01:22:26 Impact of the Patriot Act on Civil Rights

01:28:13 Fighting Allegations and Seeking Clearance

01:34:38 Transition from Intelligence Career to Filmmaking

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Portia Louder shares how a real estate fraud scheme sent her to federal prison and how she started over after release.

#RealEstateFraud #WhiteCollarCrime #FederalPrison #TrueCrime #LegalTroubles #JusticeSystem #CrimeAndPunishment #fraudexposed

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00:00:00 Growing Up Mormon in Utah

00:04:41 Overcoming Addiction and Parenting Challenges

00:09:28 Nicotine Pouches: A New Experience

00:14:38 Transition from Photography to Real Estate Business

00:19:18 Real Estate Appraisal Fraud Explained

00:23:54 Federal Investigation and Real Estate Troubles

00:28:28 Financial Struggles and Legal Battles Post-2008

00:33:19 Long-term Impact of Legal Struggles

00:37:52 Navigating the Legal System and Its Impact

00:42:24 Navigating Independence After Prison

00:47:00 The Emotional Family Struggles Before Sentencing

00:51:48 Blogging Controversies and Challenges in Prison

00:56:13 Life in a Federal Prison Camp: Truth vs. TV Depictions

01:02:00 Unexpected Bonds and Genuine Connections in Prison

01:05:40 Embracing Life After Prison

01:10:08 Life After Prison: Adjusting with Family and Career

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Michael 'Champ' Baker shares the brutal realities of surviving in New York’s most dangerous prisons and the unwritten rules of survival.

#PrisonWarStories #TrueCrime #GangWars #LifeBehindBars #JusticeSystem #SurvivalTactics #CrimeAndConsequences #HardenedCriminals

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00:00:00 Growing Up in New York Projects

00:08:00 Peer Pressure and Turning Point in 1995

00:16:07 Drug Trade and Control in Prison

00:23:24 Unexpected Police Encounter

00:30:58 A Sign from Above: A Life-Changing Letter

00:38:49 Taking Plea Deals: A Personal Account

00:46:04 Surviving Riker's Island: A Harrowing Experience

00:53:42 Adjusting to Life in Five Main Housing Unit

01:04:39 Surviving the Challenges in Jail

01:09:59 Life and Survival in Rikers Island

01:16:24 Therapy vs. Religion as Coping Mechanisms

01:23:37 The SoHo Spiderman Case

01:31:21 Success Story: From Inmate to College Graduate

01:38:55 Launch of Viral Magazine Featuring Nicki Minaj

01:46:39 Navigating the Music Industry: Connections and Opportunities

01:54:19 Public Apology and Regret

02:02:00 Viral Interview with Freaky Zy on Champion Style TV

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