Be Woke.Vote presents Roland Martin Unfiltered with Ali Siddiq - Part 1 of 2

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Комментарии • 653

  • @alittlethisalittle385
    @alittlethisalittle385 4 года назад +462

    I like the fact Roland remained quiet and allowed Ali tell his story!!

    • @eden2203
      @eden2203 4 года назад +20

      Me too because I only clicked on this video to hear Ali.

    • @brothertimothyj3699
      @brothertimothyj3699 4 года назад +2

      🔥

    • @tbee1575
      @tbee1575 4 года назад +10

      A little this A little that I PROMISE you I was AMAZED AT THAT!!! He's NEEEEVER that quiet!

    • @kingsaintides7227
      @kingsaintides7227 3 года назад +5

      First time for everything

    • @vancej6809
      @vancej6809 3 года назад +14

      This is what mutual respect between men looks like.

  • @dr.ciahoward9919
    @dr.ciahoward9919 4 года назад +341

    This is how an interview is conducted! Ask the guest a question and let THEM speak! 😊

    • @BeWokeVote
      @BeWokeVote  4 года назад +16

      Thank you for watching... Please share if you were moved! 🙏🏿

    • @tbee1575
      @tbee1575 4 года назад +5

      Dr. Cia Howard say it again!!!

    • @TheCoolerChannel
      @TheCoolerChannel 4 года назад +3

      Dr. Cia Howard I miss his show on TV One

    • @ucnhtmenow1
      @ucnhtmenow1 4 года назад +3

      Well, when you have common sense, that's how it should work. When you interview someone and keep letting your opinion be known, it defeats the purpose. It's not a debate. Do a follow up video if you want your contrary opinion to be known.

    • @TheCoolerChannel
      @TheCoolerChannel 4 года назад +5

      ucnhtmenow1 it’s also different when you’re discussing something real or important. If it’s just lighthearted pop culture nonsense or just shooting the shit then I think it’s cool to interject here and there but in this case dude had plenty to share and was allowed to do so

  • @bundung5463
    @bundung5463 Год назад +19

    Relatable: at age 19 (2 years in college), my dad told me I had to go, and kick me out on to the mean streets of Kingston, Jamaica. It was a dark episode that I have tried to forget; but, I made damn sure that my son, now 22, doesn't go through that. He wants to be a pathologist (very long course of study) and he is staying here, in this house, until he DECIDES to leave. The street is no joke,

  • @jayelsteven2390
    @jayelsteven2390 4 года назад +161

    I could Listen to Ali all day. I’m glad Roland did this interview. I’ve been wanting to hear Ali speak in this capacity. You can tell in his comedy that he’s an intellectual.

  • @belovedwoman3398
    @belovedwoman3398 5 лет назад +313

    "That place creates a type of human being you're really not prepared for" - Ali Siddiq

    • @SubliminalVerde
      @SubliminalVerde 5 лет назад +7

      I really felt that

    • @andrade5470
      @andrade5470 4 года назад +6

      prison should be a place people dont want to go, but it also is a place where it can heal people. maybe a good teacher at the chpel is a good place to start, i guess prison ministry and deliverance service can be good for that.

    • @morrishardin9088
      @morrishardin9088 4 года назад +2

      Deep

    • @drew856856
      @drew856856 3 года назад +2

      People that have seen it know how true those words really are!

    • @anthonymclaughlin608
      @anthonymclaughlin608 2 года назад

      That's what he said...

  • @Ofa337
    @Ofa337 4 года назад +213

    This was So Powerful. Ali is The Truth. Literally when I see Ali Siddiq, I just click.

    • @msreen269
      @msreen269 2 года назад +4

      Me too. This man is phenomenal.

    • @gregoryhicks4583
      @gregoryhicks4583 2 года назад +1

      Mee 3 truly amazing

    • @tfhudson100
      @tfhudson100 2 года назад +1

      Me 4 🤦🏽‍♀️🤪 I love him! A gem!

    • @anisa6401
      @anisa6401 Год назад +1

      Crazy cause Siddiq means the truthful one

    • @kardon4996
      @kardon4996 Год назад

      Me too evday anyday!!!!!!!!!🌞

  • @lamarryoung
    @lamarryoung 4 года назад +114

    This man carries a lot of pain. Comedy is probably like therapy for him. Blessup..

    • @kardon4996
      @kardon4996 Год назад +2

      And a lesson to any person who like to understand the the African American struggle to this day !!!!!!!
      ( Systemic .......)

    • @kevinsmith4814
      @kevinsmith4814 8 месяцев назад

      #BlessUpAli 🙏🏾💪🏿💯

  • @SLAYLORDFOCKER
    @SLAYLORDFOCKER 4 года назад +612

    If y’all don’t know what “Mexican got on boots” mean, you’ve never laughed before 😩😂

    • @christianneals8596
      @christianneals8596 4 года назад +8

      my intro 2 Br. Ali

    • @djskinnee5787
      @djskinnee5787 4 года назад +4

      lmao

    • @aslackjr4466
      @aslackjr4466 4 года назад +32

      I was a corrections officer for 10yrs. "Mexicans got on boots" had me in tears! And it's 100% True!

    • @superbaddctv
      @superbaddctv 4 года назад +3

      Lmao I just found out yesterday

    • @maurice_odede_art
      @maurice_odede_art 4 года назад +4

      I ran when I read this comment. lol

  • @rmallen1985
    @rmallen1985 5 лет назад +242

    I am so glad I found this dude. He is really amazing!!!!!!

    • @dominiquehunt2572
      @dominiquehunt2572 2 года назад +2

      Facts miss lady he speak truth no filter so real wit it a solid brutha

    • @kardon4996
      @kardon4996 Год назад

      Me too

    • @lawrenciacole7237
      @lawrenciacole7237 Год назад

      Yes, I’m so happy that I found him as well! As a teacher, I hear children that also romanticize “selling drugs!” Many kids, especially kids that have one or both parents incarcerated seem to regard prison as some type of rite of passage. I had a ten year old tell me that when he grows up, he will go to school, probably get locked up and then have a family! I was astounded, being a person from the toughest part of DC (SE), I’ve seen how kids try to deal ! I’ve taught elementary-high school and I thought I’d seen it all but this got me! Violence is something that I’ve always dealt with, I even witnessed a student being shot to death in my neighborhood high school when I taught there. Now that I’m back in elementary in Maryland and general education, I had a student ask me to walk them home because people r shooting. I said, “Well, as my mom told me, in elementary at that, “you better duck and run and you better not get shot!” I’ve seen so much so I also warn them to stop running towards the action, carry your asses in the opposite direction, that’s the only reason I’m alive today! Ali Saddiq is my new hero, thank u for not glorifying selling drugs and hustling!

    • @tonyjones3710
      @tonyjones3710 11 месяцев назад

      Indeed!

  • @bigdap100
    @bigdap100 4 года назад +43

    Man...This dude just instantly became my favorite comedian....Loved this interview!! Roland laid low and let my man tell his story...awesome!

    • @LorenzoGBrown
      @LorenzoGBrown 10 месяцев назад

      He had a show a little while ago, where he had the entire crowd crying and then laughing in the same Phrase. Lol #Amazing

  • @keeshabrown7353
    @keeshabrown7353 4 года назад +93

    When he said "you still got light in your eyes" - man that brought tears to my eyes. Lord help us all and help pull us up out of any discouragement and despair

    • @BeWokeVote
      @BeWokeVote  4 года назад +2

      Thank you for watching... Please share and subscribe if you were moved! 🙏🏿

    • @MakeSomeNoiseAgencyPlaylists
      @MakeSomeNoiseAgencyPlaylists Год назад

      Just chang ethe law. Its easy ! DO IT !

  • @newplanman9836
    @newplanman9836 2 года назад +31

    I’ve come to realize in this life that it’s not the flesh and bones that we interact with on this plane of existence but the Spirit that dwells in each of us. Saddiq’s spirit is what shines beyond his comedy. I stand enlightened.

    • @Sandra-px6xs
      @Sandra-px6xs Год назад +1

      I Like that!! 👍🏾🙏🏾❤✌🏾

    • @davigram9851
      @davigram9851 5 дней назад

      That's incredibly beautiful. Do you write stuff?

  • @TheTbailey869
    @TheTbailey869 4 года назад +113

    Ali SIddiq ain't a comedian. That man's a PREACHER.

    • @BeWokeVote
      @BeWokeVote  4 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching... Please share and subscribe if you were moved! 🙏🏿

    • @aghiri92
      @aghiri92 4 года назад

      #facts

    • @DebraDaughter
      @DebraDaughter 4 года назад

      All day

    • @Afrimusican
      @Afrimusican 2 года назад

      He’s a griot. He’s my kin.

    • @koolmoe1971
      @koolmoe1971 2 года назад

      He is a Imam

  • @jonsamuels9245
    @jonsamuels9245 5 лет назад +176

    I haven’t been so locked into a person just talking 4 a long time! On to pt 2!

  • @elizabethbutler8641
    @elizabethbutler8641 2 года назад +32

    I didn't know just how much substance was behind this comedian until today. Much respect. I would love to sit down and just listen to him tell stories.

  • @DebraDaughter
    @DebraDaughter 4 года назад +40

    "You still got light in your eyes"..
    That was an uppercut.

  • @hollywood1765
    @hollywood1765 5 лет назад +79

    Wow Roland just let Ali talk powerful!!!!

  • @nelsondu2333
    @nelsondu2333 5 лет назад +114

    If he was born in a different time and place we would be learning about him next to MLK, Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X.

    • @BeWokeVote
      @BeWokeVote  4 года назад +3

      Thank you for watching... Please share and subscribe if you were moved! 🙏🏿

    • @NayaJeevan007
      @NayaJeevan007 4 года назад +1

      Yes! Glad I’m not the only one who see’s that in him... anticipation... can’t wait to see if he brings forth a productive movement. I’d love to be a part of it..

    • @CrochetLuv3r
      @CrochetLuv3r 2 года назад +2

      I firmly believe this is why it is 2022 he is still dope and his stuff from 7 yrs ago makes sense. He is the realest

  • @mikaeels.6477
    @mikaeels.6477 Год назад +8

    I love how Roland is letting this man speak. He has alot to say and it makes sense.

  • @TheMan-jw5ro
    @TheMan-jw5ro 3 года назад +22

    The more I see of him the more I like him. He has an amazing story to tell and he tells it well.

  • @theinternetsavedmylife
    @theinternetsavedmylife 4 года назад +124

    When you need to go to prison to learn about voting, you know something is wrong about your "community"...

    • @velvetrope6561
      @velvetrope6561 4 года назад +9

      If that was your take away, something is wrong with you.

    • @NayaJeevan007
      @NayaJeevan007 4 года назад +10

      Thinking like this shows how unaware humans can be.. it takes pressure to make a diamond... you haven’t had enough pressure I’m sure... when you fall on hard times and you go thru your pressure chamber and there is NO way out and you can’t control anything around you I hope you come out with the insight this man has. Not many people can walk thru fire and do it with this kind of spirit... This may not relate to you but being a smart talker doesn’t help being a woke walker is what this world needs... if you’re gonna be a “talker” at least bring something useful to the table... all I’m trying to say is you missed the point of what this man is trying to do. You think he’s not aware what the problem is? Obviously it’s the main message. He’s a fairly new face but I think he’s on to something he’s riding the rails rn but I still follow his work cuz I can’t wait to see the movement he creates once he finds his groove.. I believe his goal is very close to Dave Chappell.. he just needs time... LOVE ❤️

    • @Spark_Iskra_z_Polski
      @Spark_Iskra_z_Polski Год назад

      @@velvetrope6561 I wonder what is wrong with you, for a change. The whole interview is a gem, but this one statement above on voting is spot on. Yes, there is a lot of wrong with the US as a nation and a system. You have not even noticed how you have been transformed into this..
      thing that can be best described by the new brave world and nazi Reich. Bezmenov was right. You are blind sleepy Joes, asleep even when awoke. Only a handful of people that realize what is going on. Just like in Germany in the not so distant past, and present. Are you aware that eugenics as an academic movement was developed in the US, then was TRIED OUT in Europe, then via Operation Paperclip, Nasa, Planned Parenthood, etc. was brought BACK home to be perfected. What is wrong with your voting system? Everything. Makes little difference who you choose. Your arrogance and ignorance has ripened. The fruit will be bitter. The problem is you have been exporting it like crazy.
      Have you seen any old interview with Nikolas Schreck, Radio Werewolf?
      Watch:
      The Thinning, Hunger Games, The Divergent, I pet Goat II, AI roadmap, etc.
      And then you will stop criticizing people who CAN identify the American Nightmare. Wokism is its part. You reap, what you sow, dear. Enjoy the meal. As a European and Christian, I have eaten enough of it.

    • @Spark_Iskra_z_Polski
      @Spark_Iskra_z_Polski Год назад

      @@NayaJeevan007 I will repeat my comment because you touched my nerve by critisising a wise reflection.
      The whole interview is a gem, but this one statement above on voting is spot on. Yes, there is a lot of wrong with the US as a nation and a system. You have not even noticed how you have been transformed into this..
      thing that can be best described by the new brave world and nazi Reich. Bezmenov was right. You are blind sleepy Joes, asleep even when awoke. Only a handful of people that realize what is going on. Just like in Germany in the not so distant past, and present. Are you aware that eugenics as an academic movement was developed in the US, then was TRIED OUT in Europe, then via Operation Paperclip, Nasa, Planned Parenthood, etc. was brought BACK home to be perfected. What is wrong with your voting system? Everything. Makes little difference who you choose. Your arrogance and ignorance has ripened. The fruit will be bitter. The problem is you have been exporting it like crazy.
      Have you seen any old interview with Nikolas Schreck, Radio Werewolf?
      Watch:
      The Thinning, Hunger Games, The Divergent, I pet Goat II, AI roadmap, etc.
      And then you will stop criticizing people who CAN identify the American Nightmare. Wokism is its part. You reap, what you sow, dear. Enjoy the meal. As a European, I have eaten enough of it .

    • @rookie1178
      @rookie1178 Год назад +4

      Decades of systematic racism at work.

  • @user-qr8ki8ue4i
    @user-qr8ki8ue4i 4 года назад +30

    "You still got light in your eyes." Lord have mercy.

  • @normette
    @normette 5 лет назад +65

    How don’t more people know this man?

    • @tpthecalm9438
      @tpthecalm9438 4 года назад +1

      In due time

    • @victorreid4106
      @victorreid4106 4 года назад +1

      pozzy level It’s been more than 20yrs tho🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @michellegreen2994
    @michellegreen2994 4 года назад +55

    I watched so fast bc,
    " Mexican got on boots"
    👍👍👍😁😁😁😁

    • @ANGELSLVME
      @ANGELSLVME 4 года назад +1

      Michelle Green why y’all keep saying that? I’m lost!

    • @zl5464
      @zl5464 4 года назад +1

      @@ANGELSLVME He did a story on This Is Not Happening. It's on RUclips. Just search Mexican Got On Boots

  • @signifidelica2819
    @signifidelica2819 5 лет назад +72

    Goddamn, Ali is a great man. All his stories were captivating. The way he speaks too, very real.

  • @willajackson8170
    @willajackson8170 3 года назад +6

    I'm glad he's turning the lights on against these rappers glorifying prison!!! I'm so tired of that and hope this brother makes a major difference.

  • @Bailemos888
    @Bailemos888 5 лет назад +39

    He said at the beginning, he was supposed to be out the house by 18, like wow, he probably didnt get any support and had to sell drugs to try to secure his future, very disturbing. This guy is a survivor. WHAT AN AMAZING MAN, WHAT an awesome thing he did for the rest of the inmate, God bless.

    • @stargazingloner4449
      @stargazingloner4449 4 года назад +3

      That's black culture it's sad that we set our kids up for failure

    • @user-js7mo3wy4z
      @user-js7mo3wy4z 4 года назад +1

      Stargazing Loner that’s not black culture & some definitely have but certain circumstances we had no control of

    • @stargazingloner4449
      @stargazingloner4449 4 года назад

      @@user-js7mo3wy4z but it is though

    • @TNDCBaby
      @TNDCBaby 4 года назад

      @@stargazingloner4449 No it's not. Lots of black people have their kids still in their house and others set them up to do things when they're ready to leave. It's also not uncommon for non black people to have that whole tough love approach and kick out their kids at 18. That is definitely not somethign I would claim as a black thing.

  • @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro
    @OmarAbdulMalikDHEdMPASPACPAPro 5 лет назад +39

    This brother is such a great inspiration!😀

  • @coxgyrl7742
    @coxgyrl7742 4 года назад +49

    ABSOLUTELY amazing to see a piece of coal enter the system and come out a sparkling diamond. Blessings to you my King, may God continue to bless and keep you.

    • @BeWokeVote
      @BeWokeVote  4 года назад +2

      Thank you for watching... Please share and subscribe if you were moved! 🙏🏿

    • @lisawiggins4670
      @lisawiggins4670 Год назад

      So true comment...

  • @mrs.camilliajones3560
    @mrs.camilliajones3560 5 лет назад +92

    This guy knew God had and has PURPOSE for his LIFE!!

    • @robinyilmaz1155
      @robinyilmaz1155 4 года назад +4

      He created his life by himself, dont take that away from him and say god did it.

    • @Shared_Wisdom_Aysheh
      @Shared_Wisdom_Aysheh 4 года назад +1

      Camillia Jones Ameen

    • @velvetrose7729
      @velvetrose7729 4 года назад +1

      If I'm not mistaken, Ali is Muslim so I guess you meant Allah has PURPOSE for his LIFE!!

    • @maxfrazier1587
      @maxfrazier1587 4 года назад

      Camillia Jones so God’s purpose for his life was for him to sell drugs and destroy the lives of his own people so he can ultimately do comedy?

    • @koolmoe1971
      @koolmoe1971 2 года назад

      Allah prepares whom he wants to be Muslim. No man can do that.

  • @Iamlindagraham
    @Iamlindagraham 2 года назад +5

    My generation needs you. Men 15 plus needs you. Keep using your comedy to unlock minds. Your comedy is in a league of its own!

  • @cartier2312
    @cartier2312 4 года назад +9

    “Who are, They, Them and Those”- Ali Siddiq

  • @tommyd.743
    @tommyd.743 4 года назад +13

    Some are put here to follow, others to lead. This man is a leader.
    As-salaamu Alaikum.

    • @BeWokeVote
      @BeWokeVote  4 года назад +2

      Thank you for watching... Please share and subscribe if you were moved! 🙏🏿

  • @lgsteelo2142
    @lgsteelo2142 4 года назад +37

    You see the emotions in his eyes change as soon as he says his number?🙏👁

    • @BeWokeVote
      @BeWokeVote  4 года назад +3

      Thank you for watching... Please share and subscribe if you were moved! 🙏🏿

    • @morrishardin9088
      @morrishardin9088 4 года назад +2

      I thought that he was going to cry and I even choked up hearing him repeat it

    • @millicentharrison88
      @millicentharrison88 4 года назад +1

      It sure did. 😢

    • @elkaydoug8863
      @elkaydoug8863 4 года назад

      679346

  • @royster7170
    @royster7170 2 года назад +2

    F60541! Five years ago I served a 12 year sentence in the California Department of Corrections. He's speaking truth.

  • @alittlethisalittle385
    @alittlethisalittle385 4 года назад +18

    I don't even know what my favorite part of this video is because it's just that good. This was SOOOO GOOD!!

  • @alfaivre2990
    @alfaivre2990 4 года назад +19

    This is a really important conversation and I'm really glad to see it being had with 2 intelligent people who could have a little fun but still emphasize how important it really is. Great interviews.

  • @BeginAgainMC
    @BeginAgainMC 4 года назад +28

    This is an incredible interview. Ali’s story is so interesting and inspiring.

  • @niqueybangz
    @niqueybangz 4 года назад +20

    I could listen to him ALL DAY!!! A real one INDEED and THE GREATEST STORYTELLER/COMEDIAN FASHO!! SHOUTOUT HOUSTON🤘🏾💯❤️‼️

  • @Ms.Educated
    @Ms.Educated 11 месяцев назад +1

    Mr. Martin, thank you so much for letting him talk. Many interviewers would cut him off to say their two pieces. Thank you for letting him expound. He is a master storyteller and you a great interviewer.

  • @NayaJeevan007
    @NayaJeevan007 4 года назад +8

    You’re on to something... something big is going to happen soon with all the right WOKE souls we’re gonna change the world on a large scale.... I’m calling it into my reality that someone who has power to make major change will see this comment and reach out me... it’s burning inside me to get out what I know and spread it.. very inspirational. Thank you for wisdom. ⭐️

  • @nellan6930
    @nellan6930 4 года назад +15

    Ali ppl NEED to hear your story my friend... loved what you said about meek mill ( a lot of ppl won't).

  • @mochabetty71
    @mochabetty71 Год назад +11

    I absolutely love this guy! I've only just recently discovered his stand-up and his background and I think he is hilarious. This was such a great interview!

  • @gawainfraites7994
    @gawainfraites7994 Год назад +3

    The first time I say Ali special this year (2022) and I've been checking his video. His stories are his real life and I respect him as a person and comedian because of that fact.

  • @TH3RIPPA
    @TH3RIPPA 4 года назад +5

    I would NEVER kick my son out the house at 18.... so sad

  • @IanMahetiMbano
    @IanMahetiMbano 4 года назад +10

    This needs way more airplay.

  • @deaconmack8
    @deaconmack8 4 года назад +12

    I'm just aquainting myself with this brother and I want to know more about him. A potential legend right here

  • @patriciabusch4599
    @patriciabusch4599 4 года назад +3

    HOW is Ali Siddiq not bigger right now? He is SO FUNNY and has an amazing story. He was able to speak to SEVERAL UNITS and evoke change so much so that an entirely other ethnicity offered to join them. THAT is powerful AF!! I have never been to prison and I have never been to jail but I do have family that has been to both places and came back fk'd up worse than when they went in. OLD PEOPLE ARE KEY. They can keep us (any poor black and brown person, yes black people need to unite but all minorities need to just have some compassion and understand it's about solidarity) from repeating the same mistakes. They can help us identify the traps and pitfalls that they got stuck in. I freakin love Ali!!

    • @snoopphilly1376
      @snoopphilly1376 4 года назад

      Patricia Busch too powerful of a message don’t want this man speaking.

  • @basilicalewiselfernandez2278
    @basilicalewiselfernandez2278 Год назад +3

    I have loved Ali Siddiq since the first time I heard him speak. He is truly a messenger and truly knows his assignment in compliance. God bless him and Thank you, Roland Martin for this beautiful platform.

  • @vision176
    @vision176 4 года назад +14

    Love Ali could listen to this dude talk all day!!

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  • @zannieholmes8555
    @zannieholmes8555 4 года назад +10

    I remember washing clothes on a Saturday in New Orleans at a laundromat. That was around the corner from the St. Thomas Projects. A older guy looked at me and said you are different from these other guys in this neighborhood. I have been watching you and you got that glow in your eyes, and you know something that they don't. Now what you need to do is start sharing that information with the rest of these guys. I am not one to listen to just anybody but you know when somebody is coming from a deep place. That neighborhood was crime and drug infested, with crackheads and high unemployment. Grown men would always be begging for money. So I took the old guys advice and started telling folks little things here and there, and how to make money. That was when Temporary Services had started popping up everywhere. I told some guys to go there and they could work and earn money because begging for small amounts of change was nothing for a grown man. I talked to a guy that used to date a sister of a friend. Now this guy was hooked on crack, but talked to him about how he used to be. And that he could live like that again, he actually stopped using drugs and started working again. I am just now realizing why I was put in that neighborhood. I even had a lady friend tell me that people light up when they see you. So being an older guy myself, now I never miss an opportunity to lend advice to a young person. Today I encounter a lot of young ladies that be crying and stressing about young men. I tell them to stay strong and be patient. That if a guy doesn't treat you right then he is not the man for you. And that you will find someone much better that will love and respect the woman that you are just be patient. Because most young men and some ladies too don't even recognize a good thing when they see it anyway. They are too caught up in your body type, or material things. Because we don't live with stuff, we live with people, and it is very important who they are,and how they treat us.

  • @mimib731
    @mimib731 4 года назад +11

    Ali, you are a true blessing! Please continue to do what you do, you are an inspiration to so many.

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  • @m.magdalenedieujusternfutu3309
    @m.magdalenedieujusternfutu3309 4 года назад +4

    Every school, kid programs and jail programs need to watch this. Deep

  • @lisamarshall8372
    @lisamarshall8372 2 месяца назад

    I could Listen to this man and his wisdom for hours. Every time I hear him talk my respect deepens. I found him through his comedy, but his conversation helps me grow as a person!

  • @RaWaY561
    @RaWaY561 2 года назад +3

    I love listening to this man. He’s not a comedian to me anymore, he’s a prophet. He is the voice of us who have had to serve our debt to society. No matter the background we came from. Once your an inmate that’s all you will ever be in the systems eyes.
    Thank you sincerely brother for everything you do for us fans and especially the convicts watching.
    I pray love and prosperity for you family and your future.

  • @misguidedpearls7456
    @misguidedpearls7456 5 лет назад +16

    I love this
    Needs to b on national tv often
    Help people think
    I love the way he speaks

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  • @andreavillacob4675
    @andreavillacob4675 Год назад +5

    No sé por qué, pero este comediante me hace reír mucho pero también me hace reflexionar y me contagia con unas ganas de ser mejor persona y de tratar mejor al prójimo. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @omga14
    @omga14 4 года назад +5

    It damn near killed me hearing him talk about that fucking number. Never been and don't EVER want to go to prison. I joined the military to put myself out of a dark path. Glad to see this man where he is now.

  • @kharyclyburn5666
    @kharyclyburn5666 2 года назад +5

    This whole interview had my heart laughing and crying at the same time!!!

  • @FirstLadyShaquenaHorace
    @FirstLadyShaquenaHorace 4 года назад +4

    I cry every time I watch this. I pray Ali forgets that number and be free of that.

    • @drew856856
      @drew856856 3 года назад

      He probably won't ever forget it. That's a number that's burned in memory. If you didn't know that number you could be beat to a pulp or killed. It's something most won't understand unless you yourself had a number.( A SBI# and state#) He seems like he's doing good though. Those scars made him strong. But I do hope he forgets that number even though he probably won't.

  • @fitmel922
    @fitmel922 2 года назад +5

    Love Roland & Ali! Saw this back when it originally aired, powerful! This type of honesty is life changing!
    Brilliant brothers here!!!❤️🤗❤️🤗❤️

  • @MalBeats
    @MalBeats 4 года назад +7

    I just discovered this guy today. He's awesome

  • @joylannetter2451
    @joylannetter2451 Год назад +1

    🫡 Total Homage and Respect to you! I'm officially a fan of your excellence, authenticity, transparency, and Comedy, Ali Siddiq! 🤜🏾🔥💯❤️💯🔥🤛🏾

  • @mansuurabdulaziz2034
    @mansuurabdulaziz2034 4 года назад +3

    THANK YOU MR. MARTIN THANK YOU VERY MUCH

  • @upstairsweb-series9848
    @upstairsweb-series9848 4 года назад +2

    I watched Mexican got on boots and been watching this guy for four days. Can’t get enough. We speak the same language.

  • @brendawilliams3855
    @brendawilliams3855 11 месяцев назад

    Everyday I find another reason to love and support ali siddiq I've shown my mom newly 75 years young my 65 year young aunt down to my children 27,20,,18,13,9 all of his interviews and stand up my favorite comedy since he graced the 85south show I cried laughed and listened to his every word lord have I grown

  • @prodigalson504
    @prodigalson504 4 года назад +13

    The "tough on crime" is very important to study

  • @Tiffany-schliebe
    @Tiffany-schliebe Год назад +2

    My heart just sank when you said "15 years" at 19. I can only hope you got out early for Good Behavior. You are such a hilarious street smart intellectual. Blessings Brother ❤️

  • @joannebaker4925
    @joannebaker4925 2 года назад +3

    What a powerful, impactful interview with Ali. I Love him as a comedian but enjoyed him sharing his life experiences.💯💯😇

  • @Kellystrong24
    @Kellystrong24 Год назад +1

    All I can say is wow! Rise Brothers!

  • @jaycwill747
    @jaycwill747 5 лет назад +21

    I need Part 2 of this interview ASAP

  • @leftylion816
    @leftylion816 4 года назад +12

    Fantastic interview. Ali is a is an awesome human being. Learned so much.

  • @jshazzy6715
    @jshazzy6715 11 месяцев назад

    I love to hear Ali talk that talk. I could listen to him and DL Huguley alllllllll day! Just truth speakers and justice carriers. Realistic, hilarious, practical, and knowledgeable!!!!! Love Ali Siddiq❤

  • @derriankingsr.1801
    @derriankingsr.1801 Год назад

    One of the realist men I love listening to him speak! He providing life experience at his expense !

  • @christopherbic7688
    @christopherbic7688 Год назад +1

    "You still got light in your eyes."
    Praise God

  • @tanyarobinson2098
    @tanyarobinson2098 2 года назад +1

    I’m not a fan of Roland but this is Ali Siddiq!!!! 💕💕💕

  • @JonathanSinclair-zx
    @JonathanSinclair-zx Год назад +1

    Ali Siddiq is a star. He's funny and therefore a great comedian. But he's bigger than that. He's smart. And he's conscious. It's so easy to respect him and he deserves it.

  • @tawannajamison1806
    @tawannajamison1806 Год назад +1

    WOW! LOVE HIS TRANSPARENCY!!!

  • @lauricedjepeno3087
    @lauricedjepeno3087 4 года назад +10

    Wow this is amazing I love hearing him share his story 🤔🤗

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  • @nikolelawrence4206
    @nikolelawrence4206 Год назад +1

    The more I learn about him the more I believe that there is hope for our young men!! And the fact that his comedy is based off true events makes him even more gifted at what he does ❤️💜

  • @whatwhat720
    @whatwhat720 Год назад +3

    I thoroughly enjoyed that interview!! You've got a fan for life right here Ali!

  • @lancemaltby895
    @lancemaltby895 2 года назад +4

    I can listen to this man talk all day. No matter how he's coming at it, there is wisdom and truth to be gleaned from his words. The more I learn about Ali Siddiq, the more I admire the man.

  • @No.Jumper.OffWhite
    @No.Jumper.OffWhite 4 года назад +2

    Only time in my life I've ever voted was for Barack Obama's first election. I've never considered myself a voter but I subscribed to this channel and now I want to vote more because of the inspiration of the brother Ali Siddiq 💯❌💯 💪

  • @obeythelordgod6486
    @obeythelordgod6486 5 лет назад +45

    This man's story has encouraged me to get back in my bible.

    • @RachelMulwee
      @RachelMulwee 4 года назад +3

      Beautiful.

    • @Those.who.stay.silent.consent
      @Those.who.stay.silent.consent 4 года назад +8

      That's very beautiful because he is Muslim. This right here proves that boundaries in religions are man made. Salam - May you and your loved one always be under God's protection, happy, healthy, united and prosperous. Much love. May you spread your love too and touche as many people as you can- stay happy friend

  • @chuckg100
    @chuckg100 Год назад

    I didn't know about this brother but now I know. "You still got light in your eyes" ! Man..

  • @theriddlerUSA
    @theriddlerUSA Год назад +1

    He is so inspirational.

  • @marcusnelson7026
    @marcusnelson7026 4 года назад +2

    Ali Siddiq for president.

  • @bradbutcher3984
    @bradbutcher3984 4 года назад +5

    Hey, I appreciate your encouragement of others for the betterment of themselves. I also appreciate the older generation of doing the same for you. Thank you for sharing some of your life stories sir.

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  • @judyfargo8162
    @judyfargo8162 Год назад

    Ali is such a fascinating person. I enjoy listening to him and what he has to say. Wise man..

  • @tianiasing2
    @tianiasing2 Год назад +1

    This is a great story of not allowing the super hard knocks, knock you out. Thanks for sharing this. A very similar thing happened to Malcolm X in prison. He came out with determination and purpose. This is why we can't stop encouraging ourselves or our children.

  • @DJRichyRain
    @DJRichyRain Год назад +2

    One of the deepest insights of what prison life can do to someone. Respect. Awesome interview

  • @saradouglas4367
    @saradouglas4367 4 года назад +3

    Much respect for what this man did in prison. Many blessings. Wow.

  • @analogdaniel
    @analogdaniel Год назад +1

    Man this guy deep. I can't get enough of his comedy. Watching this makes me even more convinced of his genius. He was literally discussing the same stories he shares in his comedy... And was able to give an entirely different message!! Same words almost! Now that's deep af
    You are an inspiration Ali

  • @KrankyPandas
    @KrankyPandas 4 года назад +5

    Ali is the man.

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  • @latoyalewis
    @latoyalewis 5 лет назад +7

    I’m entranced by this man. Thanks for posting.

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  • @lisaarmstrong5461
    @lisaarmstrong5461 5 лет назад +18

    WTF only 7 comments? Where is everyone on this? Mine makes 8 ridiculous c'mon people share/repost this. See also Ali Siddiq RUclips video called Food Desert this man needs a TED talk video on this subject

    • @SubliminalVerde
      @SubliminalVerde 5 лет назад

      I thought the same exact thing when I shared this & scrolled too the comments

  • @deidrafryer6630
    @deidrafryer6630 Год назад

    Love this!! Be the change agent in whatever space you are in❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for your leadership #AliSiddiq. If only we can teach this concept to our young people in school today

  • @vkng_drag0n982
    @vkng_drag0n982 2 года назад +1

    Love his stories! 👋 Im glad he is doing what he love!

  • @lostprophyt
    @lostprophyt 2 года назад

    Just a beautiful life story. So blessed. Without this form of social media, messages like this would be lost.

  • @lisalisacole345
    @lisalisacole345 4 года назад +1

    Thanks for sharing your story, I genuinely wish good things for the future. You are a special person,.