How I learned to read -- and trade stocks -- in prison | Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll

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  • Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2024

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  • @lindseylim8026
    @lindseylim8026 5 лет назад +1763

    His enthusiasm and happiness about his ability to read. Brought tears to my eyes.
    He is so intelligent.

    • @stephaniewilliams3428
      @stephaniewilliams3428 5 лет назад +52

      Watching this young man for some reason gives me hope. I'm a 50yr white woman who at one time had everything I could've ever wanted. Now I NEVER see my adult kids nor my grandbabies. I live on a puny Disability check & I live in some crummy apartments, also with no vehicle. My family down here WILL NOT help me or co-sign for me to get a loan while they're raking in the dough.
      However, this young man learned to read, spell, & taught himself about money. God bless you young man for giving others hope.

    • @shanewatson7022
      @shanewatson7022 5 лет назад +3

      He’s a murder..

    • @DylanAGames
      @DylanAGames 5 лет назад +5

      generic username they are correlated, though. It was his intelligence that told him to push through the pain of reading a book and learning to read. He wanted to stop his ways. If he wasn’t intelligent he would’ve stopped 2 pages into that book.

    • @robertmartinez9079
      @robertmartinez9079 5 лет назад +1

      @@stephaniewilliams3428 may you be financially literate

    • @music7307
      @music7307 5 лет назад +2

      @@Arbitrary_Moniker I mean I understand the nuances that you are differentiating but you can't deny this dude is intelligent. This inference not only comes from his speech, but the fact that he learned the stock market..

  • @troytucker_
    @troytucker_ 5 лет назад +3534

    Unbelievable delivery. Most authentic TED talk I've seen.

    • @velvetindigonight
      @velvetindigonight 5 лет назад +15

      True - another authentic TED Talk is neuroscoentist Jill Bolte Taylor talking about her experience of having a stroke. Mind boggling.

    • @DefneGoal
      @DefneGoal 5 лет назад +6

      His so intelligent guy also 😁😁😁😁his a master Devil 😁😁😁😁😁

    • @j4yro3
      @j4yro3 5 лет назад +6

      Yeah this guy is amazing at speeches and his topic is perfect.

    • @ethank5681
      @ethank5681 5 лет назад

      Troy Tucker you a real nutmeg

    • @Stamatis_Misirlis
      @Stamatis_Misirlis 5 лет назад +1

      Yes he is absolutely direct!

  • @Dead_L4st
    @Dead_L4st 6 лет назад +1642

    As someone who's recieved a decent education and who is constantly expanding his knowledge, I seriously wish I was as well spoken as this man. He speaks like someone with a double major bachelor's degree in finance and sociology. The speech was so articulate and concise in its delivery that it felt like every single word was necessary. He naturally intergrated some higher level words in such a casual way it sounded like he's always talked like this.
    Seriously, he's not just a testament to financial literacy, he's a testimony to self-education. Knowledge has truly elevated this man to new heights.

    • @marieramadhar949
      @marieramadhar949 6 лет назад +4

      See

    • @margybernard
      @margybernard 6 лет назад +18

      So impressed by his eloquence.

    • @kingdomcitiesnetwork3908
      @kingdomcitiesnetwork3908 6 лет назад +4

      Yes i agree with you

    • @SPharaoh
      @SPharaoh 6 лет назад

      Francisco Hernandez
      Well said.

    • @liamc1102
      @liamc1102 6 лет назад +9

      Thats what reading does, it expands your vocabulary and consciousness. Btw Self education will always make you a fortune. 🙏🏽💯

  • @khorirideshare574
    @khorirideshare574 4 года назад +587

    This man is truly gifted. His charisma and comfortability on stage is inspiring. I pray he gets the chance to see freedom and be used as a tool to help people in the world!!

    • @theernalrealestategroupatk707
      @theernalrealestategroupatk707 4 года назад +4

      Amen. 🙏

    • @RelentlessDjango
      @RelentlessDjango 4 года назад +8

      @F U Money Prison is for teaching and reforming individuals for reintroduction to society; not locking away for all eternity. Thats why tax payers fund the prison system, to encourage non criminal lifestyles that result in prison sentences.

    • @ievimonkey
      @ievimonkey 4 года назад +3

      @F U Money I totally see where your coming from. I think there are a few exceptions like this man to have another chance in life. I'd say he made up for what he did by owning up to it and helping those that chose the wrong path.

    • @mariamacruz107
      @mariamacruz107 4 года назад +3

      @F U Money yeah I get where your coming from but I believe that prison changed this man to make better choices. I can respect whatever opinion you have but in my opinion, this man is gifted and has a lot of potential and deserves to have parole

    • @nickjames4799
      @nickjames4799 3 года назад

      For more information 👇👇👇👇

  • @tanyuelvis
    @tanyuelvis 5 лет назад +488

    This guy's got communication skills. He is very articulate and has a good sense of humor and is very intelligent. He does not sound like one who has been illiterate for 22 years of his life. Determination is powerful.

    • @AK-hw9ij
      @AK-hw9ij 5 лет назад +3

      Are you saying “he speaks so well”

    • @KkKk-qk4xd
      @KkKk-qk4xd 5 лет назад +2

      Adam Kerwin no that doesn’t work look at the profile the dude is black himself

    • @nevercomfortable3407
      @nevercomfortable3407 5 лет назад

      I agree his determination is out of this world

    • @wildthangthajack
      @wildthangthajack 5 лет назад +2

      Tanyu Elvis my friend that is the art of a hustler the bitter sweetness of being a kid out of the mud. We learn the inner workings over everything and can maneuver enough to survive in various environments so well that one could never tell illiteracy is a problem. Because we do everything else so well. In

  • @TheDextu
    @TheDextu 6 лет назад +199

    I have done MBA in FInance and this is the best lecture I have ever heard on Personal Finance. He truly deserves standing ovation!!!

    • @MrSupernova111
      @MrSupernova111 5 лет назад +1

      I hate to say it but then you wasted your money in an MBA in Finance if this video thought you more than your college degree. The moment you learned how to calculate future/present value and forecast cash flows you should have known the importance of managing money (personal or otherwise).

    • @PeterPan-xe1cq
      @PeterPan-xe1cq 5 лет назад +4

      @@MrSupernova111 nowhere in the comment did she say the video taught her more than her mba degree. just because u took some intro or managerial accounting, doesnt mean ur qualified to be giving any advice on personal finance. with that said.. i must agree.. mba in finance is a completely worthless degree.. u might as well go for applied math and statistics for quant finance like me instead

    • @saleh.hashmi
      @saleh.hashmi 5 лет назад

      lol ur trying to relate ur degree to him.. it truly shows u dot even knw what u studied. 😂😂 It's not related at all...

    • @gilloon9964
      @gilloon9964 5 лет назад

      Econophysics

  • @minhsanityfree
    @minhsanityfree 7 лет назад +594

    I did time with that man in Soledad back in the early 2000s. Cool dude, always walked around with a news paper in hand talking about the stock market. Despite the none believers and doubters, no one can legitimately debunk his spiel because at the end of the day, he knew what he was talking about. Long ago that was, just glad to see him pop up on my recommendations. Who would've thought. Make noise Curty Bone, make noise...

    • @minhsanityfree
      @minhsanityfree 7 лет назад +6

      DUMBEEZY Games Right next to Salinas Valley. Yao Minh 😂

    • @minhsanityfree
      @minhsanityfree 7 лет назад +7

      DUMBEEZY Games Free like a bird now

    • @irenanderson9745
      @irenanderson9745 6 лет назад +9

      Yao Minh Wsup!! This I.A.

    • @minhsanityfree
      @minhsanityfree 6 лет назад +23

      Iren Anderson what’s up homeboy!!! That’s crazy to see homeboy up there. How you been?

    • @irenanderson9745
      @irenanderson9745 6 лет назад +26

      Minhsanity Free I’ve been good u still down? I miss beating y’all in 🏀. A lot of b.s. on that yard but some good times too. Hit me bro 3104934629

  • @alexmarlin1150
    @alexmarlin1150 5 лет назад +125

    I would gladly take a class lead by him, cause he speaks so clearly in a way that I can actually understand.

  • @miyukiye3795
    @miyukiye3795 6 лет назад +460

    He speaks in a way where you can't lose focus. He stay on track, but adds in extra details to keep your attention. Super awesome, he's such an amazing public speaker and teacher.

    • @ValarieCole
      @ValarieCole 6 лет назад +1

      MiyukiYE exactly

    • @bloodysinner9456
      @bloodysinner9456 6 лет назад

      I did not skip a beat as I was listening to him.

    • @robs5579
      @robs5579 6 лет назад

      I agree...very well spoken

  • @premiumblue1637
    @premiumblue1637 6 лет назад +1272

    The smartest people that i have ever come across are always self taught just like this guy!

    • @bradyrobertson23
      @bradyrobertson23 5 лет назад +9

      Facts

    • @lionelkennedy1394
      @lionelkennedy1394 5 лет назад +36

      Exactly right. They were not spoonfed in the schools but were smart enough to teach themselves. That is real intelligence.

    • @metheme7893
      @metheme7893 5 лет назад +7

      That is true....
      You learn if you open your mind .

    • @sumterblackchamberofcommer112
      @sumterblackchamberofcommer112 5 лет назад +16

      that is correct because in the 10th grade I dropped out of school and now I'm a founder of a nonprofit organization and also a real estate buyer and now I love reading anything to do with law tax law I love it

    • @oye2012
      @oye2012 5 лет назад +1

      Desire. Some have so much that just a few things could've so many lives when they're young and looking for guidance and acceptance. Mr. Curtis Carroll has my respect and admiration. Keep going bro!!

  • @NateOBrien
    @NateOBrien 7 лет назад +1976

    Our prison system needs reform. Not trying to get political but I think mass incarceration is not the way to go. I am so happy for this man, warms my heart

    • @AB-oj3bj
      @AB-oj3bj 6 лет назад +58

      Nate O'Brien
      You do realize that this guy went to prison for robbery/murder right? Incarceration for that type of crime is necessary. Your point in this particular instance holds no validity here. Going to prison for selling weed can be disputed, but not this.

    • @jesuswantsyoutopayme
      @jesuswantsyoutopayme 6 лет назад +18

      Murdering thieves belong in prison ya bleeding heart liberal...

    • @sillydog70
      @sillydog70 6 лет назад +28

      Nate O'Brien America needs reform including prison 😎👍 like he said even the middle class is living paycheck to paycheck and it’s all due to lack of financial literacy

    • @JN003
      @JN003 6 лет назад +28

      norway has recidivism rate 20% USA 60%. i wonder what there prison system is like in Norway.

    • @stevet6676
      @stevet6676 6 лет назад +6

      Nate, I see your point, but take a look at the German prison system. There is actually a very good youtube about an American judge who travels to Germany to study their system.

  • @edwardhenry8050
    @edwardhenry8050 3 года назад +101

    For someone who was illiterate and taught himself out of that problem, he did a great job in his public speaking and getting his message out. Congratulations, Mr. Carroll, and all the best in your endeavors and imparting your wisdom to others.

    • @pbufh
      @pbufh 3 года назад

      I think the illiterate part was made up.

    • @Christian-xr7hc
      @Christian-xr7hc 2 года назад

      @@pbufh why is it so hard for you to believe? the illiteracy rate in 2022 is 21%. when you come from the environment he comes from it’s not uncommon to see that. there’s ppl in this exact situation not doing anything to better themselves. tip your hat off to someone who’s doing what he can to better himself instead of questioning whether his story is true or not

  • @daveblack6951
    @daveblack6951 5 лет назад +3161

    I wonder how many brilliant men will never know just how brilliant they are

    • @a.k.4085
      @a.k.4085 5 лет назад +90

      Brilliant thought. The answer is countless. Sadly.

    • @facksvillain2296
      @facksvillain2296 5 лет назад +10

      😥

    • @octaviomichel.r2986
      @octaviomichel.r2986 5 лет назад +37

      Deep and poetic and made me think.

    • @cowpoke02
      @cowpoke02 5 лет назад +23

      suppression by public schools .. corp schools to make corp workers .. not competition ,, 99.9 percent of the world population . lol.

    • @selsam7064
      @selsam7064 5 лет назад +2

      That's deep. Wow.

  • @404goldenchild
    @404goldenchild 7 лет назад +1860

    this is a great talk. I can remember like it was yesterday that I was homeless living under the bridge and now I have a business. Motivating story!!

    • @danielcarrero463
      @danielcarrero463 6 лет назад +55

      Good for you Brother keep the Faith hope make a Billion dollars and I pray your kids will never have to go through what you did...

    • @7rlalko
      @7rlalko 6 лет назад +38

      TEACH THE REST WHO ARE LOST AND WONDERING..

    • @donnadavies4630
      @donnadavies4630 6 лет назад +6

      This is great x

    • @deionsmith263
      @deionsmith263 6 лет назад +4

      A successful business?or just a business ?

    • @feur2884
      @feur2884 6 лет назад +1

      But know u making money in the oil field

  • @NIKIGEE100
    @NIKIGEE100 7 лет назад +271

    This is one of the best TED talks I've ever heard and I'm a true TED talk fan

    • @twocentzzz
      @twocentzzz 7 лет назад +18

      NIKIGEE100 I am a fake TED talk fan so I have no valid opinion :/

  • @NicholasBall130
    @NicholasBall130 8 месяцев назад +258

    Purchasing a stock may seem straightforward, but selecting the correct stock without a proven strategy can be exceedingly challenging. I've been working on expanding my $210K portfolio for a while, and my primary obstacle is the lack of clear entry and exit strategies. Any advice on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

    • @StacieBMui
      @StacieBMui 8 месяцев назад +2

      the strategies are quite rigorous for the regular-Joe. As a matter of fact, they are mostly successfully carried out by pros who have had a great deal of skillset/knowledge to pull such trades off.

    • @StocksWolf752
      @StocksWolf752 8 месяцев назад +2

      I agree. Based on personal experience working with an investment advisor, I currently have $1m in a well-diversified portfolio that has experienced exponential growth. It's not only about having money to invest in stocks, but you also need to be knowledgeable, persistent, and have strong hands to back it up.

    • @EleanorBaker474
      @EleanorBaker474 8 месяцев назад +2

      How can I participate in this? I sincerely aspire to establish a secure financial future and am eager to participate. Who is the driving force behind your success?.

    • @StocksWolf752
      @StocksWolf752 8 месяцев назад +2

      Sonya lee Mitchell is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.

    • @VictorBiggerstaff
      @VictorBiggerstaff 8 месяцев назад +2

      I just checked her out on google and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

  • @kirosca
    @kirosca 7 лет назад +102

    His way with words sounds like poetry

  • @Wizzanker
    @Wizzanker 7 лет назад +305

    He is right. Financial literacy is missing at all levels of society, and is easily the biggest cause of our problems, both economic and social. It's amazing how it's one of those issues that people will actively fight against learning. Somehow people have mangled "money can't buy happiness" into "money shouldn't be important to you" - those people are most definitely wrong.

    • @debla2778
      @debla2778 7 лет назад +3

      Josh Rizzo money can't buy happiness

    • @trime547
      @trime547 7 лет назад +5

      *+De Bla*
      It can.

    • @mattja52
      @mattja52 5 лет назад

      @@debla2778 Happiness is an intense pursuit of a goal and achieving it. I made it in spite what was said about me, I transcended the negative narrative that I refuse to wear.

    • @mattja52
      @mattja52 5 лет назад

      @mikael englund What is happiness to people when denominations didn't exist? In modernity, we have been subliminally seduced, societal conditioning has told us what is valuable. How valuable is anything without wisdom? We know no more than what is told us, who is in control, you and me?

  • @lifeisgood8905
    @lifeisgood8905 6 лет назад +541

    Financial literacy needs to be taught to all school age children.

    • @sincerelyeugene6638
      @sincerelyeugene6638 5 лет назад +9

      Unfortunately, that won't ever be a thing because... HIERARCHY

    • @Em-fs1um
      @Em-fs1um 5 лет назад +1

      Life Is Good all they teach is algebra

    • @rusty9959
      @rusty9959 5 лет назад +8

      Big corp won’t like that.

    • @daddyezy1410
      @daddyezy1410 5 лет назад

      They cant teach it at school, but there is a way around.....teach it yourself to your kids, and you will be glad you did. Im doing it in the remote Jimi Valley in the highlands of Papua New Guinea.

    • @createmymy7851
      @createmymy7851 5 лет назад +2

      Yes but it won't. There has to be feeder and takers. This what we have isn't perfect but it is the best from all that we had. If this system is to survive we need more and more at the bottom as literate slaves. If those slaves get up the master must come down but only a few can be at the top. This is more then a system, it is an ecology. If the slaves gets smarter the machines replaces them. Don't even bother, this isn't about us. It never was.
      We're all just little stories waiting to be erased for the bigger story.
      If someone finds a solution that only means the person wants your money. Your on your own. Good luck.

  • @M2KKA
    @M2KKA 4 года назад +218

    I would pay money too listen too this man, this guy is incredibly smart

  • @PACIFICBboy
    @PACIFICBboy 7 лет назад +191

    Best TED Talk EVER. There was 0 fat on his speech, everything said was pooignant, direct and easily understandable

    • @mackdurr4959
      @mackdurr4959 6 лет назад

      M. Lewis i laughed at 'poooignant'

  • @blackpanda418
    @blackpanda418 7 лет назад +3252

    One of the best speeches on here, delivery was flawless caught the point across without me losing attention once

    • @positivevibesonly86
      @positivevibesonly86 6 лет назад +6

      Johnny truth

    • @ifeanyiokwara1137
      @ifeanyiokwara1137 6 лет назад +6

      John Gedeon his an orator

    • @PatKittle
      @PatKittle 6 лет назад +3

      In other words, no ebonics?

    • @joseflindsey2260
      @joseflindsey2260 6 лет назад +16

      @pat kittle no. your problematic whiteness make you mentally handicapped. no more comments from u

    • @jonathanp6836
      @jonathanp6836 6 лет назад +1

      I've made a decent $7k with forex robot in less than a month, I use "dragonexpert EA"
      you can google it and you can download for free

  • @AddLoveTM126
    @AddLoveTM126 5 лет назад +1807

    According to another interview, he said he is "scheduled to be released, in 2020" Thank God He is Rehabilitated, Positive, Productive; and an Asset.

    • @blacbutterfly
      @blacbutterfly 5 лет назад +119

      Thank God? No. Thank him himself.

    • @wonderwoman66dp
      @wonderwoman66dp 5 лет назад +49

      @@blacbutterfly GOD has something to do with it!

    • @wonderwoman66dp
      @wonderwoman66dp 5 лет назад +8

      Add Love! THAT'S FREAKING AWESOME!!!

    • @AddLoveTM126
      @AddLoveTM126 5 лет назад +4

      @@wonderwoman66dp ABSOLUTELY!!

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 5 лет назад +32

      @@blacbutterfly well Curtis believes in God also so THANK GOD!!!

  • @NathanLewis7871
    @NathanLewis7871 3 года назад +46

    Just started learning about stocks.. This is by far the best I've seen. Others are too focused on bragging how good they are, how much they earn without really being informative. Glad I saw this and I do not want to make mistakes by taking risks in my own hands

    • @jakethompson8737
      @jakethompson8737 3 года назад +5

      Most newbies fail simply because they don't understand how the market works in general or in particular how the market relates to stock or currency pair they entering

    • @kevinjohnstone4023
      @kevinjohnstone4023 3 года назад +5

      finally someone that can actually teach you something instead of trying to get views and subscribers

    • @driftgod7894
      @driftgod7894 3 года назад +3

      Truth be told, I have my portfolio managed by an investment broker, with her help i was able to make huge profits from my investments.

    • @NathanLewis7871
      @NathanLewis7871 3 года назад +2

      @@driftgod7894 i ll love to know about her and preferably get to try it out.

    • @driftgod7894
      @driftgod7894 3 года назад +8

      @@NathanLewis7871 You can look her up online, her name is FREDA LYNN JOHNSON. She does a very nice and thorough job

  • @blackceasar2141
    @blackceasar2141 6 лет назад +1854

    He learned to read and trade stocks in prison. Meanwhile, US public schools barely teach economics🤔. Something is extremely wrong with the US education system. Parents in urban communities must apply for a "great school". Then wait to be chosen from a lottery. 😒

    • @MsBlackBeauty777
      @MsBlackBeauty777 6 лет назад +69

      That's why we must consider homeschooling, and create our own curricula.

    • @a.d.w8385
      @a.d.w8385 6 лет назад +46

      @@MsBlackBeauty777 Many have to work and cant afford to homeschool. Many Americans rely on two incomes.

    • @jamesrosa2317
      @jamesrosa2317 6 лет назад +7

      GREAT JOB!!!!! TEACH AND SERVE THE YOUNG IN THE AMERICA FIRST, NATIONWIDE, INSTEAD OF ENTERTAINING THE PRIVILEGE .

    • @trillgates2452
      @trillgates2452 6 лет назад +17

      Black Ceasar
      This is no accident.

    • @fishu1947
      @fishu1947 5 лет назад +48

      I am a 12th grade high school student who has an Advance Placement Economics class. They don't barely teach economics.
      It's not the school it's the students, if a student really cared about economics they would have the best grades in those classes and we have a whole text book all about economics with vocabulary and everything. It's the students' mindset. A lot of us Americans don't care about school until it's too late

  • @nonsense8252
    @nonsense8252 7 лет назад +135

    goes to show you. that when the mind is strong. it will search any means to learn what it needs to. without a school system, this man is brighter than a huge portion of humanity.

    • @sue-sageasmr2020
      @sue-sageasmr2020 7 лет назад +4

      Non Sense completely agree. Well said!

    • @zelenplav1701
      @zelenplav1701 6 лет назад

      Non Sense. But many really have no means to learn anything because of where they live and the lack of EVERYTHING!!!!!!!! I AM NOT BORN HERE, BUT I HAVE KEPT MY MIND AND HEART OPEN. IN THE END OF THE DAY, WE ARE ALL RELATED, INLAWS INCLUDED, THE ENTIRE EARTH AND ALL INCLUDED, THE TREES THE ANIMALS THE AIR WE BREATHE. I HAVE ALWAYS KNOWN THIS AND I HAVE MET MANY PEOPLE HIGH AND LOW. I KNOW THAT MANY PEOPLE THINK THAT IF YOU ARE KIND, YOU ARE A MARK, AND STUPID. BUT THESE PPL DON'T REALISE THAT IS NOT THE CASE. ( KINDNES IS WEAKNESS)? NOT TRUE.

    • @groartigegrammatik4997
      @groartigegrammatik4997 4 года назад

      Where there's a will, there's a way.

  • @lionprince7226
    @lionprince7226 6 лет назад +113

    Financial illiteracy; good job my brother. You were given a platform and you did well as a presentation.

  • @jonathanziegler8126
    @jonathanziegler8126 5 лет назад +125

    Definitely a Ted that my high school students should watch.

  • @rayrunn9441
    @rayrunn9441 6 лет назад +233

    This Ted talk was the best talk I’ve ever heard on the subject of personal finance. It should be taught to all children in school. God bless.

    • @ValarieCole
      @ValarieCole 6 лет назад +1

      Ray Runn exactly

    • @TheMaryam1891
      @TheMaryam1891 6 лет назад +1

      and personal accountability

    • @TheMaryam1891
      @TheMaryam1891 6 лет назад +1

      Bill Gates needs this teachers help.

    • @gaslitworldf.melissab2897
      @gaslitworldf.melissab2897 6 лет назад +3

      I think you're responding to his passion and the fact that he is a former criminal. It's antithetical to what you expect. Thousands of American's are teaching these principles, but don't have the back story that fires them. Lots of Black men are powerful speakers. Perhaps you didn't know that. It's a feature of Black community that I am accustomed to as a Black female.

    • @Godzilla-ct2pp
      @Godzilla-ct2pp 6 лет назад

      Ray Runn God doesn’t exist

  • @mikejcarthy
    @mikejcarthy 6 лет назад +1182

    He's been in prison for over 20 years and he's still there. Tweet @realDonaldTrump and ask for this man who's clearly been rehabilitated to be pardoned. Upvote!

    • @stephj9378
      @stephj9378 6 лет назад +22

      will do

    • @satoshiltd5589
      @satoshiltd5589 6 лет назад

      Andy Armstrong not for murder

    • @gregson8533
      @gregson8533 6 лет назад +63

      He was a minor, So i agree there's no excuse but he's done 20 years; he's already given the justice system half of his life practically.

    • @gregson8533
      @gregson8533 6 лет назад +87

      You NEVER see wealthy criminals donate half of their wealth towards any of their victims, Ethically it should be that way but it isn't. This man has had his freedom taken away for most of his life and even still he's managed to drastically change for the better, He is a walking testimony of reduced recidivism and all you're worried about is taking his money away?
      Okay fine, By your logic lets take half of his earnings - then what? It isn't like he can't rebuild after-all he is fairly knowledgeable on the stock market. Whats the money going to do to the family of the victim? Here's $100k from the person who killed your family member.
      Have you even bothered to checkout what he's doing? He actually has a foundation dedicated towards helping ex-convicts and low income individuals, teaching them how to trade etc. What kills me is that you seem like the same type of person who is okay with OJ Simpson being freed but frowns upon someone who is contributing positively towards the community and trying to right their wrongdoings.

    • @andyvasvari4874
      @andyvasvari4874 6 лет назад +1

      He is just lucky, if prisonmates find out , they might kill a capitalist mate like that. Every prisons are different. Some poor people getting pride or that them are poor .

  • @notreallysure4575
    @notreallysure4575 5 лет назад +273

    All ted talks are inspiring and wonderful but this is certainly among some of the greater ones

    • @ThePeacePlant
      @ThePeacePlant 4 года назад

      When you figure out how to read and sell stocks you won't find this story amazing. It's actually really easy and I'm not trying to down play it. We just think it's hard because that's how it's portrayed.

  • @deelee5244
    @deelee5244 4 года назад +267

    This is called rehabilitation ✊🏾 My brother is a intelligent smart guy he deserves a second chance.

    • @clarkloeffler801
      @clarkloeffler801 4 года назад +5

      This man would we a billionaire on the streets..god bless him

    • @johnnydtw3509
      @johnnydtw3509 3 года назад

      You right but you didn’t have to say intelligent and smart. they are the same and make the statement redundant.

    • @joeflemmington1912
      @joeflemmington1912 3 года назад

      @@johnnydtw3509 When Dee Lee said "My Brother", he was talking about Curtis Carroll, as in "My Man", or "Bro". He did not mean his biological brother.

    • @johnnydtw3509
      @johnnydtw3509 3 года назад

      @@joeflemmington1912 i never said nothing about brother

    • @coreythomas3633
      @coreythomas3633 7 месяцев назад

      ​@@clarkloeffler801smh low iq comment..

  • @KayBeeLocdGoddess
    @KayBeeLocdGoddess 5 лет назад +215

    I loved how so many of the audience were leaned forward as to absorb every word. POWERFUL.

  • @Satsui_No_Hado
    @Satsui_No_Hado 7 лет назад +95

    So cool he got a standing ovation at the end. a great speech.

  • @suzettemarian
    @suzettemarian 4 года назад +235

    This was one of the BEST TedTalks I’ve ever watched!!!

  • @WellBalancedWallet
    @WellBalancedWallet 4 года назад +81

    I remember seeing stocks as a kid and thinking “what the heck are they talking about?” You make it seem not so intimidating, thank you

  • @greedxiv8105
    @greedxiv8105 7 лет назад +623

    Dude was cold with it! Keep going brother!

    • @quantumsolace5864
      @quantumsolace5864 7 лет назад +10

      Steven Moore KNOWLEDGE IS A DISH BEST SERVED COLD, DESPITE THE REAL TRUTH HE MENTIONED THAT OVER FIFTY PERCENT OF AMERICANS​ ARE IN DIRE STRAITS WHEN IT COMES TO FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT, ALL BECAUSE OF OUR SPENDING HABITS; TRYING TO BE SOMEONE WERE NOT, JUST TO IMPRESS THE MASSES.

    • @JohnJohn_TheComedian
      @JohnJohn_TheComedian 7 лет назад +2

      Steven Moore facts!

  • @shamuelibrahimsayedi6780
    @shamuelibrahimsayedi6780 7 лет назад +8

    Learnt more about life in 11 mins than what schools and colleges have taught in years.
    Excellent talk. Keep it up

  • @goddessyemaya4301
    @goddessyemaya4301 5 лет назад +40

    A Diamond in the Rough! He had it automatically, he only needed to reach deep into himself and he found it. What a Blessing! I pray that Yah will continue to Bless and guide him❤❤🙏🏽

    • @rocgibson
      @rocgibson 4 года назад

      I dont think he's a diamond in the rough, there are so many more intelligent young men out here. They just need to be equipped with opportunities, resources and positive role models before they get involved with crime. His TED talk was really inspiring and I am sure it will help some other young men going down the wrong path want to choose success over crime. May God bless this world and take back his children from the streets.

  • @naceks
    @naceks 4 года назад +20

    i wonder who are those 2k people who dislike this video...this guy is brilliant!
    I bow to him in show of appreciation of his words!

    • @LizzyArmogida
      @LizzyArmogida 4 года назад +2

      I had to scroll up to confirm that 2.1 THOUSAND people hit the “Dislike” button and then scroll through a ton of comments to find this again. I can only imagine what kind of human garbage hit the dislike button on this TED Talk! I imagine 99% are white, republican, “Christian” and the biggest HYPOCRITES to walk the planet. This man is brilliant and will go far on life once he is one the outside! I hope he gets out soon and makes a mark on the WORLD! This man is going places! ♥️

    • @jeffwolff1015
      @jeffwolff1015 3 года назад +1

      @@LizzyArmogida Maybe they don't like him because he murdered someone...

  • @NSGLiv
    @NSGLiv 6 лет назад +193

    I’m really proud to see this articulate young black man doing something better, this guy is so intelligent he’d be a great spokesperson for our community #FreeHim

  • @redleader6186
    @redleader6186 5 лет назад +34

    7:16 "Our access to justice"
    Probably the strongest observation of this entire video. In America you have access to the justice your money can finance. Two people could commit the same crime, but if one is wealthy and he other is not, they won't be receiving the same justice.

  • @HashiriyaSquadron
    @HashiriyaSquadron 7 лет назад +122

    Love it. Props to this guy for turning it around. Respect where it's due.

  • @mariee1336
    @mariee1336 4 года назад +1182

    He is up for parole this year. Hopefully, he is granted it!

    • @cjwallace4559
      @cjwallace4559 4 года назад +134

      Pray he never returns to any type if jail, mentally, physically or spiritually in Jesus Name and finds good success...

    • @mariee1336
      @mariee1336 4 года назад +29

      @@cjwallace4559 Yes and amen!

    • @nataliemartin8288
      @nataliemartin8288 4 года назад +11

      Amen....

    • @jonneygreen
      @jonneygreen 4 года назад +5

      @Orange County Anthony Stop lying 🤥

    • @devenfans3833
      @devenfans3833 4 года назад

      Orange County Anthony source?

  • @malakyparis4662
    @malakyparis4662 5 лет назад +16

    For the people who disliked this video don't care about anyone but themselves
    This is the best TED talk ever

  • @s12do
    @s12do 7 лет назад +1887

    that was a great speech.. truly inspiring

    • @criscris5519
      @criscris5519 7 лет назад +7

      Sultan D i learned something

    • @jazzupthattriad1257
      @jazzupthattriad1257 7 лет назад +7

      These sort of "inspirational" fables of a subject rising "from the rags to riches" are always as cringeworthy, and awkwardly manufactured. Here we have one person going from one theft to another. Like trading stocks is some sort of pinnacle of human ethical potential. Surely there are better ways to attain wealth (not even going into the question whether blind attainment of financial wealth would be a meaningful singular goal in life) than being a broker, trading stocks. Classic, and always as grossly unintellectual and underestimating, tried and tested TED-piece. Bravo, the meek folk down in the trenches are now thoroughly satiated.

    • @anilaclarke
      @anilaclarke 7 лет назад +4

      Sultan D Yes! I agree. Absolutely inspiring.

    • @snteevveetns
      @snteevveetns 7 лет назад +36

      Arturo Senni you missed the point completely. His entire point was the financial illiteracy of Americans.

    • @falaicha
      @falaicha 7 лет назад +6

      snteevveetns well if it works for americans it must work for any person in earth? How is finance differ betweeb newyork, california or kathmandu?? As long as we not in middle of amazon forest, every words he said applies to where people have lived and going to live, as long as you wish to live among those people cuz money is literally symbol for TRUST BY ALL PPL whatever form it may be..so making that TRUST factor work for you instead you working lifelong for it is desirable and most important lesson one can give in this day and generation.

  • @Rosemund100
    @Rosemund100 5 лет назад +23

    As someone who was brought up in a system where education was compulsory whether you had to pay for it or not. English being a second language but taught at school, listening to this young man just speaking and feeling that hunger for knowledge makes me want to learn more. He is definitely gifted and inspiring to listen to. I love that it is a story of hope and that nothing is impossible in life. A great speech and man, you were made to shine brighter among a million stars. Thank you for giving back my life, where I was always thinking, "if only I could."

  • @cheynacontreras9607
    @cheynacontreras9607 4 года назад +301

    This is exactly why you never give up on yourself

    • @barbaragould500
      @barbaragould500 4 года назад +3

      Amen

    • @leebrown3864
      @leebrown3864 3 года назад +1

      Most times I have knowledge or insight about a particular exercise. I can boldly say forex and crypto trading is one of the profitable money exchange...

    • @terrysmith9033
      @terrysmith9033 3 года назад

      you are right sir

    • @marksarah5939
      @marksarah5939 3 года назад

      This should be most massive period of time to invest in forex trading due to current status

    • @henryjameson4006
      @henryjameson4006 3 года назад

      As a bitcoin trader it's most inevitable that you're going to experience some set ups and downs along the way, alertness and decisiveness are both fundamental ingredients....

  • @ayushibansal9315
    @ayushibansal9315 5 лет назад +44

    His thought process is amazing because of what he went through. People need to look at world this way.

  • @CVDean6
    @CVDean6 5 лет назад +41

    Self-worth, knowledge, discipline these are the building blocks we should all use!

  • @septemberdreamer2651
    @septemberdreamer2651 7 лет назад +316

    he grew up illiterate, once he learned to read, he appreciated it and used it to better himself, unlike some people who take reading for granted, and never use the simple gift of reading

    • @dayax11
      @dayax11 6 лет назад +3

      sounds about me.

    • @PedalToTheMetal61888
      @PedalToTheMetal61888 6 лет назад +1

      ...yeah but what about ...well spoken and intellect ''Al-Shapton''...the other DAY his speech was LONG and DRAGGED out ...and at END ...he could not even spell...'''R-E-S-P-E-C-T-'''...ARETHA"' is just TURNING OVER in her GRAVE'''....yeah SHOW SOME respect my BROTHER and Learn how to spell...respect...Gotta-go-''...!!...

    • @StandupGirl-ym3ey
      @StandupGirl-ym3ey 6 лет назад

      Truth!!!

  • @christianfred6251
    @christianfred6251 3 года назад +52

    I struggle with depression and have been sducidal taught almost every day. Videos like this keep me going this one especially has given me impetus to fight those thought and intentionally keep living for those like me you are strong and you can do it you have not achieved your purpose yet keep living until you do.. so I urge you to invest with a professional trader don’t miss it

    • @Jerrytyler1
      @Jerrytyler1 3 года назад +3

      Maybe living is a purpose
      Living is a purpose your life do matters
      Maybe that’s why am still living despite all the loss in trading

    • @Catherineann11
      @Catherineann11 3 года назад +3

      Despite all the loss in forex I have never given up and still looking for a legit trader to invest my money with

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 3 года назад +3

      Margaret Sanders I guess I can recommend my trader to you

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 3 года назад +2

      Margaret Sanders +1 2 0 3 5 3 9 1 5 3 6

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 3 года назад +3

      Text him on WhatsApp or his Email

  • @shalenadiva
    @shalenadiva 7 лет назад +534

    Wow!!! He's awesome. Be said, "Let me show you how much it costs you every time you get emotional." I also like how he says we need to get to the heart of the matter. So true.

    • @farhadsona8320
      @farhadsona8320 6 лет назад

      *Monday= $850*
      *Tuesday= $1250*
      *Wednesday= $1250*
      *Thursday= $701*
      *Friday= $1850*
      *Saturday= $930*
      *Today 2000$* (huntprofit.com/App)

    • @Rroshanda
      @Rroshanda 6 лет назад

      shalenadiva you right bit

    • @Bigleedog7
      @Bigleedog7 6 лет назад

      That's not the problem ..That's working 10 to 15 hours for shoes... That's actually affordable.

    • @PedalToTheMetal61888
      @PedalToTheMetal61888 6 лет назад +1

      ...so true so very '''TRUE"""-

    • @7rlalko
      @7rlalko 6 лет назад +2

      I DID OT UNDERSTAND THAT LINE..

  • @lungeloshandu6459
    @lungeloshandu6459 5 лет назад +493

    I am a 33 year old South African ex-con. I also read my first book 📖 in prison. I’m a space of 4 years, among other things I did in prison, I read over 100 books, wrote a book called, Success & Wealth through the Bible, and I learnt how to trade forex. Nice video my brother.👌

    • @StevenSoto
      @StevenSoto 5 лет назад +8

      Lungelo Shandu praise God. May the Lord bless your Forex.

    • @sonicsoftly
      @sonicsoftly 5 лет назад +3

      I want to read your book!

    • @geraldmadubuko6538
      @geraldmadubuko6538 5 лет назад +5

      What's your best tip on learning to trade forex please

    • @sonicsoftly
      @sonicsoftly 5 лет назад +3

      @@geraldmadubuko6538 this

    • @timprex317
      @timprex317 5 лет назад +2

      @@geraldmadubuko6538 check Adam Khoo on youtube. The absolute best forex teacher.

  • @billcoats2146
    @billcoats2146 7 лет назад +70

    Best Ted talk i've seen. Our current system sets up criminals to go back to crime and drug addicts to use drugs again. Focus on education, recovery, prevention not punishment or retribution.

  • @danieljamal3709
    @danieljamal3709 2 года назад +211

    Having a dynamic strategy cannot be overemphasized when trading. The best advice I could give to any trader is don’t trade if you don’t have a working strategy.

    • @dannyvera8475
      @dannyvera8475 2 года назад

      I’ve only been trading months and I’m still yet to make my first $1000, I’m still trying improve on my trading techniques and strategies and I would really like to make profits from the stock market too

    • @samuelreyes7156
      @samuelreyes7156 2 года назад

      I’ve made a loss of over $25000 trading in my own where can I find an expert to help me recover my losses and also help me earn consistently from the stock market.

    • @danieljamal3709
      @danieljamal3709 2 года назад

      I'll suggest my expert Christine Lynn Saitta I trust she could put you on the part to financial freedom with her ever winning strategies. You’re always guaranteed 90% profits trading through her . I made $63k monthly with her trade signal for over 6 months now

    • @dannyvera8475
      @dannyvera8475 2 года назад

      How do I reach her ,you got any possible means of getting more info on her services?

    • @danieljamal3709
      @danieljamal3709 2 года назад

      Run a search with her name online, you will see all you need to know about her

  • @angelowillis1739
    @angelowillis1739 5 лет назад +219

    I was in his class at soledad. When it was a main line. I finished at Tracy. I'm investing right now

    • @andrecrapps7914
      @andrecrapps7914 5 лет назад +1

      WHAT BOOKS WOULD YOU RECOMMEND??? THANKS IN ADVANCE!

    • @6Firebird
      @6Firebird 5 лет назад +7

      @@andrecrapps7914 start with something like Phil Town or Mohnish Pabrai. Or check out Hamish Hodder youtube channel, he explaines the basics nicely.

    • @frankrodriguezit
      @frankrodriguezit 5 лет назад

      Best of luck!!

  • @dandreturner7306
    @dandreturner7306 7 лет назад +323

    That was an phenomenal speech very inspiring

    • @davidstratton6109
      @davidstratton6109 6 лет назад

      Great talk , Dandre! Very inspiring for the youth that will listen, absorb, & respect !
      God bless,
      Dave Stratton

  • @mrphil9083
    @mrphil9083 6 лет назад +132

    I’m extremely humbled- I wish he would teach me- luv ya man!!!

  • @iidkwhatnameuse
    @iidkwhatnameuse 4 года назад +568

    Am I the only one that loves that the cameramen are prisoners learning how to operate cameras for their futures??

    • @josiahemerson1609
      @josiahemerson1609 4 года назад +27

      Frrrr?? That’s dope

    • @yungprod0343
      @yungprod0343 4 года назад +9

      Josiah Emerson :38 you can see the cameraman

    • @jackiehughes414gpg
      @jackiehughes414gpg 4 года назад +6

      Lol🤭🤭 That's so cool 🤗

    • @Bo55world
      @Bo55world 4 года назад +10

      And will never be hired for that job. "We do not hire felons" is what they will get when they get out. Got that .20 an hour out of them though

    • @thegreat914
      @thegreat914 3 года назад +4

      @@Bo55world start their own business would be better.

  • @bxgetup183
    @bxgetup183 6 лет назад +33

    One of the best TED Talks ever

  • @rcookie5128
    @rcookie5128 7 лет назад +484

    That's what I'm talking about! Nice talk, really refreshing and motivational!

    • @ladylove8396
      @ladylove8396 7 лет назад

      ΜrCookie tipplhbnn chjbbfghbn vhkm

    • @athaprince9359
      @athaprince9359 6 лет назад

      ΜrCookie It truly is. 💯

    • @terrenceransom956
      @terrenceransom956 6 лет назад +1

      ΜrCookie, I Totally Agree With You Whole Heartily!!!!!!!!

    • @giroudfred2689
      @giroudfred2689 6 лет назад

      Quite magnificent and inspiring words. I recently have been using a Forex strategy it's called the *Blended Model Strategy* it was imparted to me by DMITRY VLADISLAV and with it, I make 1650 EUR daily. This strategy has been reliable and effective to me, so I figured this might interest you too and other traders. you can search about on the internet to get informed.

  • @harleyfrench9997
    @harleyfrench9997 6 лет назад +858

    I couldn't read till 23 years old and I prayed to God I wanted to read the Bible so much because my life was full of drugs thugs and alcohol I was on my way to the grave but the Lord showed compassion on me and over three nights I learned how to read it made me cry so much I could read for people like me it meant I could get a real job Jesus is full of love for his people

    • @carolyngardner4999
      @carolyngardner4999 6 лет назад +23

      Amen young man best wishes to you. Keep up the good work. You can do anything you put your mind too. Never let no one tell you you can't.

    • @harleyfrench9997
      @harleyfrench9997 6 лет назад +4

      +Carolyn Gardner thank you

    • @meme-bz6iw
      @meme-bz6iw 6 лет назад +10

      The Holy Bible doesn't make you a better person. If you are rotten , nothing can change yourself. Instead , all the motivation and the good qualities have to come from inside yourself. There are people who go to the church to plan robbery or worst just because police is so blind that won't go to church to see if is all good or the observant are praying regularly. You don't need a bunker to plan a crime.......church has been one of the best place where Mafia boss met to discuss about what to do.....a word to the wise....

    • @harleyfrench9997
      @harleyfrench9997 6 лет назад +35

      +me me love to you brother it's change my life not church the word of God thank your for your input 😊

    • @Traceyi1000
      @Traceyi1000 6 лет назад +5

      I am wondering if there were free classes offered would you have gone?
      I'm asking because I have some time on my hands while I figure out what to do next with my life
      I would love to help people learn to read.

  • @van0202
    @van0202 4 года назад +305

    "Come take my class, so I can teach you how much money it costs you everytime you get emotional."
    Powerful

    • @ANTHONYJNIGH
      @ANTHONYJNIGH 4 года назад +2

      You like powerful things right?? My broker is extremely powerful. Ever since I invested and started trading with this broker's company I have earned over $7000 monthly. So legit, you need my broker's contact.

    • @WallStreetCarroll
      @WallStreetCarroll 4 года назад +1

      ruclips.net/video/jdWuqbB1rIg/видео.html

    • @lunchmoney1545
      @lunchmoney1545 4 года назад

      @@ANTHONYJNIGH what is it

    • @courtneyepps2439
      @courtneyepps2439 4 года назад

      @@@ANTHONYJNIGH What is your broker name and number?

    • @juufro8952
      @juufro8952 4 года назад +1

      Grey Krystal yeah your broker transfers $7k from your account to his.

  • @fleducation001
    @fleducation001 7 лет назад +36

    Wonderful speech! Content was superb and the speaker felt authentic, which is special these days.

  • @PjDanita
    @PjDanita 6 лет назад +51

    Educating yourself is priceless. Well done young man.

  • @thecapone45
    @thecapone45 5 лет назад +212

    What Jay-Z talked about in The Story of OJ is real. Financial literacy needs to become more popular.

    • @Gdon740
      @Gdon740 4 года назад +3

      Toni Capone Indeed I’m so illiterate what’s financial literacy 💰💸💵💴💶💷💷💲💲💲💲💲🗝🔑🔑🗝❔❔❔

    • @ShadowTetsuo9999
      @ShadowTetsuo9999 4 года назад

      So true

    • @m.h.1593
      @m.h.1593 4 года назад

      7BAG7 GORDON are you me?😂 same

  • @mariadasilva1341
    @mariadasilva1341 4 года назад +2

    AMAZING. Eloquent. Intelligent. Smart. Funny.
    This young man is a beacon of light.
    He represents hope, faith, self awareness, self realization.
    Etc etc etc.

  • @mrskauvaka
    @mrskauvaka 6 лет назад +299

    Best TedX I have ever seen. Brilliant oratory, the story inspired me to confront myself and family on our financial illiteracy

    • @ImWORTHITINC
      @ImWORTHITINC 6 лет назад

      GREAT STUFF! GO GIRL! Did you find his website? I can't find it and I googled it

    • @robs5579
      @robs5579 6 лет назад

      Oratory huh

  • @Inyosi888
    @Inyosi888 5 лет назад +10

    Thank you TED for being one of the sources of positivity in our societies.. Love from South Africa

  • @EMAGA
    @EMAGA 7 лет назад +20

    Amazing talk. The most valuable lesson I ever learned was taking responsibility for my own situation and my own actions.

  • @MrMavuso
    @MrMavuso 4 года назад +33

    Hands down, da best TED talk I’ve ever seen. Sweet Jesus

  • @famousrez
    @famousrez 6 лет назад +85

    Mr. Curtis you have definitely challenged my mind brother, Thank God for using you to share your testimony and your advice on financial literacy.You have definitely impacted a change within this world.#God bless you brother.

  • @d.b.4394
    @d.b.4394 7 лет назад +12

    This man reminds me of my cousin except my cousin did not make it out of these streets. He was murdered. Thanks for this inspiring TEDx Curtis Carroll. C-A-N-D-Y...N-O!

  • @kathleenlogan1157
    @kathleenlogan1157 5 лет назад +17

    So true. School never talked about money. The thing we need the most.

  • @TomNashTV
    @TomNashTV 3 года назад +189

    This story blew me away. What an inspiring journey. 👏

    • @riothero313
      @riothero313 3 года назад +1

      Yeah, I admit. I was waiting for some bullshit whining nonsense. I never imagined this. This cat is a gem.

    • @gumerzambrano
      @gumerzambrano 3 года назад

      What up !

    • @joshheff1328
      @joshheff1328 3 года назад +1

      💯

    • @mattheww797
      @mattheww797 3 года назад

      Did you miss the part where he was arrested for murder?

    • @lgrdiesel9655
      @lgrdiesel9655 3 года назад

      Yo tom..

  • @AdienTheKing
    @AdienTheKing 5 лет назад +8

    this man just made my MF year. this is the progress, pride and beauty that the world lacks. lets grow and be better individuals together.

  • @keepingupwithamber7850
    @keepingupwithamber7850 6 лет назад +176

    That was deep. My debt is all wrapped up in emotion

  • @rrodriguezaavalos9487
    @rrodriguezaavalos9487 7 лет назад +286

    I would like to take his class! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @adilk2005
      @adilk2005 7 лет назад +44

      All you have to do is knock over a few vending machines & wait for the cops ;) You can sign up once you're in prison. I'm joking. Great lecture.

    • @willbellick
      @willbellick 6 лет назад

      adilk2005 lol, you just killed me dude😂

    • @fatn30something60
      @fatn30something60 6 лет назад

      adilk2005 😂😂😂

    • @CarspottingWrick
      @CarspottingWrick 6 лет назад +4

      Rrodriguez Aavalos I’ll like to take you 😏😉

    • @reggiestrong3543
      @reggiestrong3543 6 лет назад

      Rrodriguez Aavalos me too

  • @obailey973
    @obailey973 3 года назад +6

    Everyone had their eyes glued on him!!! AMAZING 💯🙏🏽👌🏽

  • @kuraixtenshi33
    @kuraixtenshi33 5 лет назад +42

    This man is a beautiful human being.

    • @viviankenning3890
      @viviankenning3890 4 года назад +2

      I disagree. Learning to read doesn't eliminate the fact that he's a murderer.

  • @Johnged15
    @Johnged15 6 лет назад +160

    Man that was good brother.

  • @Ninosfunnyshorts
    @Ninosfunnyshorts 4 года назад +189

    We need these life skills before we hit 18 so hopefully we won’t end up incarcerated

    • @dawnpratt846
      @dawnpratt846 4 года назад +1

      Exacly !

    • @EricaYE6
      @EricaYE6 4 года назад +8

      They don't want that to happen. Because then, the prison industry would go broke. Why do you think they invented gangster rap? So, yeah I agree with you. Teach your kids yourself about financial literacy. Don't expect the school system to do it for you, because that'll never happen. The prison industry and school systems work together.

    • @johnappleweed1552
      @johnappleweed1552 4 года назад

      This is exactly why you never give up on yourself

    • @jbnbdar3528
      @jbnbdar3528 3 года назад +1

      @@EricaYE6 yep because my school gave me a one way ticket To jail or death but the ones they want is the ones start off real young I was Practically a baby

  • @outcastcoco785
    @outcastcoco785 4 года назад +1

    People need to learn to be so much more appreciate of things they have this talk i relate to so much, i learnt how to read and write in prison and i was so damn happy when i learnt i went round reading books to all the other folks that cant read. The first time in my life where i ever felt proud of myself, i thought i was really doin better. I hope this dude get out and do better, cos id rather see a broken man pick up his pieces and put himself back together then see a broken man become shattered. Be more appreciative everybody theres people that would die to have the things you have, even if its the pride in yourself, people want that.

    • @weldinggirl
      @weldinggirl 4 года назад

      Thanks for this, so true my friend....

  • @barrecc5716
    @barrecc5716 7 лет назад +82

    this is a person who is awake and not in the so called american dream.he understood the game congrats to him but the majority will remain ignorant of that because thats what the ruling elite intended.

    • @Kevin-it4fh
      @Kevin-it4fh 6 лет назад +1

      Abdirahman CB yeah. It's sad that most people barely know about stock.

    • @christiang3022
      @christiang3022 6 лет назад

      Abdirahman CB

  • @Zeltron_1804
    @Zeltron_1804 5 лет назад +16

    The realest ted talk I’ve ever seen

  • @manuelfernando9729
    @manuelfernando9729 5 лет назад +194

    In the right environment this guy could have been a Harvard Grad, Wall Street superstar or a top notch Young Politician

    • @erichawkins5738
      @erichawkins5738 4 года назад +6

      Yes he could have.

    • @viviankenning3890
      @viviankenning3890 4 года назад +6

      Maybe...just a hypothetical. I could also say "in the right environment this guy could have gotten away with murder"

    • @jamesharry9894
      @jamesharry9894 4 года назад +12

      He could still be a Harvard Grad if he just writes about his experiences.

    • @teebee2830
      @teebee2830 4 года назад +3

      Yes I agree and he is on point; however God knows his heart and future and being incarcerated first will hopefully keep him focus to be a blessing and stay blessed righteously and not return to jail due to greed.

    • @josephranga9734
      @josephranga9734 4 года назад +1

      So true, the guy is supper smart

  • @shenni7158
    @shenni7158 5 лет назад +148

    He made me think how much money do I spend when I get emotional 🤔

    • @MyTwoCents77
      @MyTwoCents77 5 лет назад +2

      Exactly my thought! I'm sure I've spent a little fortune.

    • @livewithabula976
      @livewithabula976 4 года назад +2

      😂

    • @EricaYE6
      @EricaYE6 4 года назад +2

      I've spent a lot. It's one of the things I do to feel a little better after a rough week or whatever. Go shopping.

    • @StandupGirl-ym3ey
      @StandupGirl-ym3ey 3 года назад

      Me too!!!

  • @danag812
    @danag812 6 лет назад +22

    Financial illiteracy is a HUGE problem for our society in general. Very good speech! Well done. Inspiring. 😁

    • @chrisr6950
      @chrisr6950 6 лет назад +4

      its on purpose though, they dont want you saving they want you spending, the current debt based system doesnt work any other way

  • @tarana9329
    @tarana9329 7 лет назад +9

    I just realised how amazing literacy is. He learnt and experienced being able to read when mature, so doesn't take it for granted.

  • @AC-qo8oq
    @AC-qo8oq 6 лет назад +724

    Well, he talked me out of spending $80 on nail polishes I didn’t need 🤣 I closed out that tab.

    • @kaya6940
      @kaya6940 5 лет назад +3

      Lol

    • @jonathangraham4960
      @jonathangraham4960 5 лет назад +12

      @ A.C. I was on my way to McDonald's to buy me a 20 piece nugget meal! 🤔

    • @loveisalexandra
      @loveisalexandra 5 лет назад +13

      geez $80 on nail polish alone? are you a nail tech?

    • @el-on3fn
      @el-on3fn 5 лет назад +7

      Somone compliment AC on her smile.. I don't want to look thirsty specially on youtube 😂

    • @nationofhebrewisraelites
      @nationofhebrewisraelites 5 лет назад +4

      Get the nail polish but put $80 up in stocks each time you do buy. Come out ahead when we spend money!

  • @FunnyAsian00
    @FunnyAsian00 5 лет назад +19

    every high school kids and EVERYONE on earth MUST watchthis !

  • @jflorjflor1717
    @jflorjflor1717 6 лет назад +8

    Highschools should share this video religiously. Especially in struggling communities. Some powerful points from this gentleman.

  • @hernandezalonsocuccittini408
    @hernandezalonsocuccittini408 4 года назад +112

    Being rich is your mindset, just like Carroll he learnt how to trade stocks while behind bars while the other inmates where thinking of how to get out and commit another crime or get themselves a side hustle.He prepared his mind to learn and read stocks although trading Stocks is a challenging business without a professional manager you're lost.

    • @jackcrosby2460
      @jackcrosby2460 4 года назад +5

      This is a strong message👍👍👍,it got me thinking..🤔🤔.

    • @carolinejades8917
      @carolinejades8917 4 года назад +3

      I feel you,but how do one get them self a professional trader to handle and manage their trades??I am really having a hard time profiting from stocks.

    • @hernandezalonsocuccittini408
      @hernandezalonsocuccittini408 4 года назад +8

      Mr.Alex Portsmouth is the most responsive broker with whom I have ever traded. He is an expert in trading stocks, and systems that he uses is phenomenal.His explanation of the systems has been of great aid to my understanding of the rhythms in stocks.His support and responsive communication have made trading far more enjoyable than I have ever experienced. My trading is much improved since I became Mr.Portsmouth’s client and my profit have more than doubled

    • @jorgeluz7060
      @jorgeluz7060 4 года назад +7

      I have been trading/investing under Alex Portsmouth for the past 6 months and I have been able to make good income on my Investments thanks to Portsmouth,Because of his efforts, I am rich and more comfortable, I have a better life and most importantly, trading has become fun.

    • @Mitchell.Holland
      @Mitchell.Holland 4 года назад +5

      Outstanding master of his craft incredibly bright with a treasure trove of skills and trading knowledge; expert in stocks and many other markets, spontaneous personality that makes trading fun...The results I have achieved to date are largely due to Portsmouth's perfect combination of diverse trading methods,skills and experience

  • @MichaelP-ke1tm
    @MichaelP-ke1tm 7 лет назад +236

    The OG

    • @sketcher4lyfe
      @sketcher4lyfe 7 лет назад +16

      Bobby B. someone that holds your respect, I call my mom OG because she came before me. brought me into this world then raised me, for that she gets my respect.

    • @ChooseU4ever
      @ChooseU4ever 7 лет назад +5

      Bobby B. old grandpa

    • @northseries
      @northseries 7 лет назад +2

      callmesbo you son of a.....

  • @bryllenamuag3950
    @bryllenamuag3950 4 года назад +1

    Man made me realized that my reading skill means alot to those who can't read. And reading skills could lift you up from your problems. Best salute to this man.

  • @Jaznellow
    @Jaznellow 7 лет назад +28

    Wow! That was amazing! This young man is such a gifted facilitator and teacher.

  • @dpfrnqz671
    @dpfrnqz671 6 лет назад +10

    Straight to the point, a very powerful speaker and influential model you have become. Best of luck in life, and thank you for what you do to help those who need it most.

  • @CYBERTRIN
    @CYBERTRIN 5 лет назад +8

    One of the best TED talks I have seen. The power of investing!

  • @RommelCastroA
    @RommelCastroA 4 года назад +4

    One of my favorites TED talks!