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  • Опубликовано: 11 сен 2024
  • Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Jon, an ex con from Florida now living on Skid Row.
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Комментарии • 719

  • @marky657
    @marky657 Год назад +226

    I am a retired Deputy Sheriff with 30 years of service. These types of people were seen as the enemy, never really as human beings with crappy parents and just poor youthful experiences. which shaped their lives, often for the worse. This guy and many of the others in these videos show others that they are human and not all monsters, despite committing murder and other violent acts. How many cops did horrible things? Not me, not people I worked with, but they are out there. In this country you can change your life, you can reinvent yourself for good. Jon deserves whatever the good life he can make for himself, I hope he makes it.

    • @sh-mg5tw
      @sh-mg5tw Год назад +12

      Well said and respectful. In the end enemies aren't always as bad as we think

    • @lisakuntzman7017
      @lisakuntzman7017 Год назад +3

      Beautifully worded

    • @twes5563
      @twes5563 Год назад

      You're a criminal with a badge shut up u prick no one cares about u your done out here do 1 mug

    • @toddhupp2645
      @toddhupp2645 Год назад +7

      Mark: You are the kind of person we need in law enforcement. Thank You

    • @YazL55
      @YazL55 Год назад +5

      Bless you friend for sharing this with us. Many out here despise law officers, your compassion and insight is moving.

  • @Christofuzz-hc9xl
    @Christofuzz-hc9xl Год назад +35

    Jon. You can do this bro. I'm a straight up heroin addict junkie. Got 12 yrs in prison, whole life's been a mess and it went by fast. I got sober man. Did it with methadone. It's not perfect but I don't wake up in fear of going thru withdrawal. That is hell on earth. Dude, if I can do this, anyone can, even you. I just got tired of going to jail man. And besides, as you know there's no heroin anymore and the fenny high sucks. It's time to change, alot of people would be willing to help you man. I bet some have already offered from this channel. Good luck bro.

    • @D-Rizzle653
      @D-Rizzle653 Год назад +2

      Same here man I’m on methadone aswell

  • @AdaptiveApeHybrid
    @AdaptiveApeHybrid Год назад +46

    I wish your show was on public television. The whole of America needs to hear this shit.
    You're a fuckin boss for humanizing any and everyone Mark. An absolute fierce, savage beast

    • @91fisher
      @91fisher Год назад

      muuricahh knows it. still no one cares. keeps voting on a corrupt system and call it ''freedom''

  • @samusvikerness661
    @samusvikerness661 Год назад +136

    Jon needed to talk. Lord knows there's people who could learn from what this man has to say.

  • @toejamr1
    @toejamr1 Год назад +78

    39 years old. I changed my life at 33. Totally flipped it. Changing your ways feels strange at first but it becomes the new normal. One or two things at a Time, bro. You can do it. Seriously. You will look back on this old life you’re living now and not recognize yourself. It’s an awesome feeling. My new drug is living this life I never thought I’d have.

    • @ItsFreshItsAnne
      @ItsFreshItsAnne Год назад +8

      What a poignant thing to say. Thank you for sharing such sweet recovery...☺️

    • @Inertia888
      @Inertia888 Год назад +2

      Right on man. I was 34. I'm in my 40s now. life is good!

    • @Christofuzz-hc9xl
      @Christofuzz-hc9xl Год назад +4

      I finally got my shit together too after 30 years a heroin addict. It's still work but I'm so glad I don't live that life anymore

    • @skywill6136
      @skywill6136 Год назад +3

      Amen, . You can have two life's
      The Old. The New. He don't do the blame game for ending up where hes at at this time in life which say alot. Like here from him again in a couple years . God bless
      ...

    • @Potimus_Ripme
      @Potimus_Ripme Год назад +1

      So how did you changed your life? Share some tips please!

  • @marisagoodman5817
    @marisagoodman5817 Год назад +7

    Out of all of these videos that I’ve watched. This one is one of my favourites. The honesty and pain ,the message he was sending to the kids. The awareness he has , the message. Thank you
    I hope his life gives him a breather, he deserves it.

  • @DiablaSmith
    @DiablaSmith Год назад +36

    This is one of many interviews that show how deeply damaged people can be from a very young age. I didn't want the interview to end. I wanted him to keep talking and working through some of the stuff he has suppressed for years. I hope he finds someone who helps him get on that bike. He is so fragile. One bump either direction will send him miles. I'm hoping he gets that hand that helps.

  • @MyNordstromwishlist
    @MyNordstromwishlist Год назад +7

    It just amazes me how so many, if not all, of your interviewees are so self aware and candid. The honesty blows me away. I expected some bullshitters but I haven’t seen one yet. May this gentleman get a break and find peace!

  • @aimeenunanaedah7514
    @aimeenunanaedah7514 Год назад +205

    I think this channel is for us parents to learn from those stories and get involved with our kids 100%. May God help us make a good choice for our kids and break any negative connection in their way.

    • @madsen1984
      @madsen1984 Год назад +8

      Amen

    • @Psychedelic430
      @Psychedelic430 Год назад +12

      I dont know from what background you are coming from(it matters so you can understand if something is happening with your kid) but always remember , kids are actors and they act the way they wanna act. I used to be an addict in all kind of drugs(no heroin) but i always came back home normal. If i was too fked up i used to say ima sleep to a friend of mine etc. Both of my parents would never find out about my outside life if i didnt tell them. Parents have to see the signs , forget about your little sweet baby. Open your eyes and recognize when something is wrong.

    • @ninernation41
      @ninernation41 Год назад +9

      Keep doing the next right thing, that’s all you can do. Best of luck to you, its never too late to become a better person.

    • @juliettezea9507
      @juliettezea9507 Год назад +8

      Sucks for those of us who have no kids

    • @leanneadams2549
      @leanneadams2549 Год назад +7

      Absolutely!! That’s his TOTAL MESSAGE!!!!! And yet not alot get it !!

  • @knoir-
    @knoir- Год назад +42

    I absolutely love Jon’s voice and his stories. Wishing him the best from here on out.

  • @MsBizzyRae
    @MsBizzyRae Год назад +54

    Hi Jon! Thank you for taking time to tell your story. You should know, people that don't even know you care about you! We are rooting for you! Stay clean and I hope the job works out for you. 😊I'm praying for your success, it's never too late to change!💚

  • @lukerianoshek3384
    @lukerianoshek3384 Год назад +33

    Outstanding interview! Thanks for sharing your story, your truth, your insight on SWU! "I got a lotta talents, lotta fucked up shit...God knows how many people were affected by my negativity." Love that. And when Mark asked what his fear is...."my reactions." That hit home. Best of luck with the job opportunity Jon! Thank you for sharing. Mark, as always, legend.

  • @taylorkernea1121
    @taylorkernea1121 Год назад +17

    I don’t know why this guy went on camera and said he still has a gun. I guess criminals aren’t smart.

  • @nullhill6486
    @nullhill6486 Год назад +15

    The best interview I've seen. Highly intelligent, introspective man. He can be anything he wants. Wow.

    • @JohnQueSacc
      @JohnQueSacc Год назад

      Pulling the "my hands are deadly weapons" bull shit should give you a clue all this is made up

  • @liljoe23la
    @liljoe23la Год назад +29

    We can do it Jon. I'm trying to overcome my drug addiction and watching these videos makes me feel like I'm not alone. Pray to the Lord

    • @ronnieg1341
      @ronnieg1341 Год назад +1

      God bless you.. you can do it one day at a time 😊

  • @alphamaleswift7558
    @alphamaleswift7558 Год назад +8

    I can relate to some issues that Jon had in his life. I'm 51 years old now. I just want to say that the street life gets old, and it wears us down as we age. I have a bad temper as well. However, if we make better choices in our lives, we end up living a life that is actually WORTH LIVING. We create positive relationships and have people who actually love us and care for us. It's not easy and it's a process. A process that I'm grateful for, even though I'm still far from perfect. I'm a much better man at 51 than I was at 31. Much respect and best wishes Jon. Thanks for the interview.

  • @Dmarkd16
    @Dmarkd16 Год назад +15

    On this channel there are haters, that’s a fact. Listening to other people’s stories is very interesting. It would be hard to make sh*t like this up. He has the ability to unload his heart in this interview. I just ,again, want to thank you Mark for what you do. For allowing us to see what we would never see otherwise.

  • @stirgy4312
    @stirgy4312 Год назад +16

    Cathartic for all of us, dude. Thanks for your honesty. Keep talkin. May your future be bright.

  • @davidgioia2853
    @davidgioia2853 Год назад +26

    Sad thing is when you close your eyes and here this guy, he sounds like he’s 19. Drugs and prison paused his life. But unfortunately life didn’t pause

    • @ericag4908
      @ericag4908 Год назад

      Hear

    • @LarsonFamilyFarm-LLC
      @LarsonFamilyFarm-LLC Год назад +3

      So true years of drugs, addiction and prison stunts their social development. I knew a 50 year old woman that had been sexually abused at age 9 by her mother's boyfriends, her mother and her did drugs,she was a full blown addict...she could act like a spoiled 6 year old when she didn't get her way. Age 50 going on 10. Sad.

    • @Brian-er7py
      @Brian-er7py Год назад +1

      For real, I was listening to it at work with my phone in my pocket and when he said he was 39 I was like wtf

    • @ericag4908
      @ericag4908 Год назад +1

      Close your eyes and HEAR* this guy

    • @empressgeorgena311
      @empressgeorgena311 Год назад +2

      💯. He lacks so much self awareness and as intellectual as he may be, he lacks introspection. He’s likely to reoffend and get that ‘Cop Su!c!de’ fantasy he’s envisioned for himself… 💭

  • @OfftheRecord2021
    @OfftheRecord2021 Год назад +10

    This interview with Jon provides a unique perspective on life after prison, and sheds light on the challenges ex-convicts face in re-entering society.

  • @barbiec7905
    @barbiec7905 Год назад +19

    Jon,you have more to offer than you know. I believe you have the courage and determination to make your life now that you re out work for ya. I totally get the analogy you gave of a kid on a bike. One hundred percent. The youth of today could truly benefit hearing you. I hope that can get facilitated. To better days Jon!

  • @Leogx13
    @Leogx13 Год назад +77

    Mark never sleeps

    • @SilentEchoes91
      @SilentEchoes91 Год назад

      😂

    • @marej0099
      @marej0099 Год назад +1

      Mark stockpiles finished projects. Youre typically watching a two week old interview

    • @rsdouglass4
      @rsdouglass4 Год назад +3

      Never.

    • @magvs_mæstro216
      @magvs_mæstro216 Год назад +3

      S L E E P? Is that one of those gen z TikTok challenges?

    • @ruthadelbai7388
      @ruthadelbai7388 Год назад

      ​@Broski Snowski 😂 I know right

  • @FallsOnMe
    @FallsOnMe Год назад +10

    Jon, I absolutely understand your story and wish nothing but the best for you. Keep talking. Keep sharing. Keep pushing.

  • @splotbang8296
    @splotbang8296 Год назад +5

    That was raw and obviously honest. Jon, you are not as messed up as you think compared to a large segment of the outwardly normal segment of society. Show your kids that you can turn your life around, they're your legacy. And dude, work on lightening up!

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      Very intense. Displays all the mannerisms of untreated ADHD

  • @JK47.23
    @JK47.23 Год назад +5

    This dude is not a highly ranked member. I’m from chicago (birthplace of the LKAQN) and I’ve known MANY MANY LK’s and have had just as many as my good friends…..this dude would never be chosen as a high ranked member. I’m assuming because it’s Florida that’s how he became a “ranked member”, but if he was here, I can say for 100% fact, this guy would’ve never been a ranked member. This guy is what you would call a crash test dummy, but that’s it.💯

    • @brendonohagan1946
      @brendonohagan1946 Год назад +3

      I thought the same thing. Granted I am not Latin,Spanish etc. I have lived in Philadelphia my whole life and have been off the shit for 14 yrs now. Been in and out of lockup for majority of my youth. Have known many LK's in said jails,prisons and on the streets in the Badlands. I find it very hard to believe this man was a ranking member for them. Never seen anything like that and find it suspect. But again I am not this man and don't know his life.

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      He was dropped off at 4 at his dad's best friends house who was a member so I guess he didn't really have much choice.

  • @Slay4life-hi
    @Slay4life-hi Год назад +27

    Ultimately a great message from this guy , and it seems like he’s trying to make amends but living in a shit hole certainly isn’t helping things I pray for you, my friend and hopefully Mark has them back on for an update, and he has better news

  • @celesteschacht8996
    @celesteschacht8996 Год назад +27

    Peace and calmness to you Jon

  • @pcankar
    @pcankar Год назад +8

    His wasted life has taken a huge toll on him. He´s 39 and looks 65.

  • @Bigfootz2004
    @Bigfootz2004 Год назад +23

    Definitely looking forward to future updates videos with Jon! I hope he keeps on the upward trajectory.

  • @princesd1909
    @princesd1909 Год назад +2

    He's so handsome, it's such a shame that certain situations can shape someone's life. I really hope he can change for the better and does things for himself he has sooo much potential.
    " Dont ever give up. Your hearts in the right place, you can make it. "
    Please do a follow up

  • @melissac416
    @melissac416 Год назад +4

    Wow 💔
    thank you for giving these people a space & time to talk. Especially when they’re so angry, and may not know how to express it. I think it’s so helpful.

  • @SunnyKlein-vr7eh
    @SunnyKlein-vr7eh Год назад +14

    Mark I just wanted to say your an amazing photographer that goes without saying and I mean the real deal and you were doing it before the digital cameras of today’s world, which truly has shown your talent and you will be remembered as that but what’s even more beautiful is the work your doing today, the combination of the your photos with the stories that sit beside them has changed people, and has helped even more then you know but you have started a path that’s leading people of power, of wealth, and some who even run this nation by opening their eyes to what the REAL problem is and how just a simple hand reaching out, or taking the time to just stop and listen to someone that in and of itself has the power that can start to change this mess. The imprint your leaving will truly live on forever. The selfless acts of kindness and love given to people you don’t even know with wanting nothing in return, is what this world needs right now more then anything. So I just want to say thank you

  • @cynthiasmith3902
    @cynthiasmith3902 Год назад +31

    "it became so easy to just be a sh*thead!" That is truth right there.

  • @fourfurrypotatoes
    @fourfurrypotatoes Год назад +33

    Just be a good and kind human being. Help people out when you can and make people smile when you can.

    • @jaqikennedy9990
      @jaqikennedy9990 Год назад +4

      So true 👍 I believe there's alot of love inside him to share too... ❤

    • @wesleyalan9179
      @wesleyalan9179 Год назад +2

      💜🙏if anything matters in this life, ITS THAT!

  • @cyndeetaylor
    @cyndeetaylor Год назад +9

    "Hear that train a-coming, rolling round the bend." As a long-time Johnny Cash fan, I just felt the true meaning of that song.

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      Yes exactly. I think he might be a good singer

  • @saitdesigns
    @saitdesigns Год назад +4

    What an incredibly intelligent man!!! Imagine how different his life would of been with that intelligence and a better start in life, he could really make a difference in the world, he needs to believe in himself more and realise what an amazing human he is. He possesses incredible insight into himself…. you are amazing buddy know you are loved my friend

  • @donacatanguma
    @donacatanguma Год назад +8

    Jon is the type of guy that I’d just like to hug. Not say anything, just hug him, so he’d have a chance to feel unconditional love, that maybe would transmit some hope into his fractured Heart.
    You hang in there Jon. Highest Respect and Love Jon
    ☮️❤️🙏❤️☮️🙏❤️

  • @adrhall3053
    @adrhall3053 Год назад +15

    39 could be a beginning. I pray that so many people who need to hear this message hear it, he is articulate and quite smart, I hope he gets connected with people who can be the community he needs. We all need to belong somewhere. Prayers.

    • @Potimus_Ripme
      @Potimus_Ripme Год назад

      Admire your faith. Really! What about the people who dont belive on god?

    • @jakedasnake9021
      @jakedasnake9021 Год назад

      ​@@Potimus_Ripme I like to think he will find a way to reach them sooner or later

    • @jakedasnake9021
      @jakedasnake9021 Год назад +1

      @Global Bite well that's a positive outlook

    • @roscojayco5527
      @roscojayco5527 Год назад

      By Age 39 i would have thought a person would be living there best life, i thought a person by the age of 20 would have called it quits doing all the fucked up shit they were doing. Just shows dudes hate growing up

    • @jakedasnake9021
      @jakedasnake9021 Год назад

      @@roscojayco5527 just curious, how old are you?

  • @camino786
    @camino786 Год назад +8

    A very smart person who deserves a better life.

  • @michaelmcjohn1
    @michaelmcjohn1 Год назад +7

    This was the best interview I’ve watched in a long time. I hope you bring him back, he’s the next star of this page.

  • @christophercousins184
    @christophercousins184 Год назад +4

    Heart breaking... He's clearly a smart and thoughtful guy who doesn't make excuses for himself. I hope this job works out, you stay off the needle and maybe try some 12 step meetings (if it makes sense for you)... I wish you luck, brother.

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      His description of the lady getting beaten. He understands that's totally messed up. People standing back and watching is sometimes worse than the man beating the girl. Sick

  • @abbycowley3440
    @abbycowley3440 Год назад +3

    Suicide by cop is so selfish and cowardly. He talks about how he felt bad about the family member of the person he killed, then follows up with this...

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      Yeah he's a bit grandiose at times for sure

  • @shawnl910
    @shawnl910 Год назад +15

    This guy sounds like every person that has been in jail for long time. Most of what he is saying are absolute lies but that's the convict mentality. He won't change and will be back in jail by the end of the month.

  • @donnydont
    @donnydont Год назад +13

    39? I thought this dude was well beyond 50

  • @JustRaine97
    @JustRaine97 Год назад +3

    Hang in there Jon. You've had some hard knocks and been through hell. I hope the new gig goes well and that you can find peace & happiness.

  • @mariesandiego5291
    @mariesandiego5291 Год назад +4

    Jon- You are SO intelligent and self aware. You know what you need to survive and stay out of prison. If think there are plenty of pharmaceutical medication that can calm your nerves and temper. I think you are on a good path with your methadone and the job! You seem to really want better for yourself and your kids. Please continue down this path. I think you could really love the second half of your life. I hope you come back to Mark for another update interview and I can see that my hopes for you are coming to fruition!!! Stay strong and don’t give in to that urge. Keep looking out for those women who are beaten down and give them that great advice of getting on a train!! That is some great advice! Marie

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      Use your talents for good and not evil

  • @8se7en
    @8se7en Год назад +7

    He said, “my dad is a Cuban immigrant, HE’S a DICK, probably one of the coolest people I’ve eveR knewt.” Like wTH ? 😁

  • @chitownfeets5899
    @chitownfeets5899 Год назад +6

    Hey Jon, I hope your new job works out for you. I feel like you want to do right so bad, but you feel like you can’t. You have been through a lot, and I can tell you are very strong physically and mentally. Stay off the drugs, because being clean will set you free for once in your life. I’m praying for you. All you need to do is take that strength within you to fight off life’s demons. Someone gave you a second chance, whether it’s God or someone else, but take this chance and run with it.

  • @dirtypatwalsh
    @dirtypatwalsh Год назад +11

    Great interview Jon. Kids need to hear the truth bro.🙏God bless you buddy

  • @davechristian7543
    @davechristian7543 Год назад +2

    85 months doesn't work out to be 15 years my friend. its around 7 odd years.

  • @matthewbrandon931
    @matthewbrandon931 Год назад +34

    When I was young and worked sh!t jobs I worked with guys just like him. He's a decent guy living with the choices he made when he was too young to make them.

    • @heywoodjablowme8120
      @heywoodjablowme8120 Год назад

      @Broski Snowski Yeah but when they did show up for work they could always hook you up. America's shitty jobs need people like this if only to get quality drugs for the youth of this great land.

    • @trip4923
      @trip4923 Год назад +3

      ​@daboy22 *they're.
      It's pathetic you didn't know that.

    • @trip4923
      @trip4923 Год назад +1

      @daboy22 nah, it's they're.
      Also, you used clarifying incorrectly.

  • @AVBNOW23
    @AVBNOW23 Год назад +6

    Seven months for a human life……some people get longer sentences for mistreating animals… dogs, cats….,.

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      Was it 7 months or years?

  • @carolinecheatham1087
    @carolinecheatham1087 Год назад +6

    Ticking time bomb- he’s going back in- just a matter of time.

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      Maybe. I hope not but seems very impulsive

  • @ootenyafoo6935
    @ootenyafoo6935 Год назад +20

    " I never knew a bad day till I was born" - Doug Stanhope

  • @rdw2457
    @rdw2457 7 месяцев назад +2

    Jon, Thank you for sharing your story… it came from the heart. I hope that Mark does a follow up with you… I think you’re capable of a good life. Hugs & Love & All the Best to You.

  • @corydubois5940
    @corydubois5940 Год назад +21

    This guy needs to start a RUclips channel and tell his stories ppl love the gory raw prison stories

  • @annew.6698
    @annew.6698 Год назад +7

    When I listen to stories like Jon’s, I think about how blessed I am that I don’t know anyone who would drop off their kid at 4 years old and never return. As a parent, it’s so hard to fathom.

  • @killerbee412
    @killerbee412 Год назад +17

    crazy hes only 40 looks 60

    • @jessica2brook
      @jessica2brook Год назад +1

      Hes not even 40 yet. Drugs will do that to people

    • @killerbee412
      @killerbee412 Год назад +1

      @@jessica2brook oh I know. Alcohol will do it too

    • @venicec3310
      @venicec3310 Год назад +1

      Lived a hard life his face reflects that

  • @somewhereoutthere1808
    @somewhereoutthere1808 Год назад +6

    Take it "one minute" at a time, you are not too old to practice self discipline and self respect. Get out of Skid row..., work on forgiving yourself and others, write each hurt on a rock and literally throw them into the ocean, stop carrying that garbage around its weighing you down, turn the page, write a new chapter. I believe you can do it Jon!

  • @robertblankenship5000
    @robertblankenship5000 Год назад +10

    I feel for this dude. But, he is stretching the truth about being charged with a deadly weapon because his "martial arts training" means that his "hands are registered as deadly weapons." A lot of guys say that to sound tough, but it's not true. A lot that he says about LK is true, but there are a couple things about LK that he said that are not GENERAL requirements of LK. MAYBE he's referencing Florida LK and if that's the case, I get it, but some of the things he said about LK are not how it is for LK in Chicago or the US. As an 11 year old, he says that LK guys told him that if he kills, he'll be a made member. Maybe that truly happened to him, but killing is not a requirement of LK anywhere. He said that you have to have Hispanic or "at least Italian" blood in you. No. There are NO racial requirements to join LK. Of course, the vast majority are Hispanic, but any race can join. Not sure if I believe that he beat up two people at the same time with 200 people watching. I feel for this dude because he definitely had it rough in life. My heart goes out to the brother.

    • @venicec3310
      @venicec3310 Год назад +7

      Yup big time cappin you dont have to register your hands

    • @tambourine36
      @tambourine36 2 месяца назад

      Embellishing stories can be a bit of a big ego mixed with trauma. Trying to look tough or boost his own self-esteem with underlying low self worth. He talks about wanting out but tells some battle stories. Hopefully he realizes that war stories take us back into that time. Move past that and grow up in a good way.

  • @YazL55
    @YazL55 Год назад +2

    Hey Jon. Please don’t kill yourself. You have everything needed to be an educator.
    PLEASE Use your KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE TO TEACH ALL OF US! you have a way with story telling and you could be so powerful as a teacher!

  • @Bleeblaablooo
    @Bleeblaablooo Год назад +8

    Never trust con man!!

  • @scothammond5736
    @scothammond5736 Год назад +7

    Lol my hands are a deadly weapon 🤣 😂 I'm dying 🤣 😂

    • @heywoodjablowme8120
      @heywoodjablowme8120 Год назад +1

      The Fonz ain't laughing because he stole his best line.

    • @wheredaboof6492
      @wheredaboof6492 Год назад

      Its a real thing

    • @heywoodjablowme8120
      @heywoodjablowme8120 Год назад +1

      @@wheredaboof6492 Yeah in the movies. Con-Air, check it out. Some of Nicholas Cage's most pathetic work.

  • @johnolivas9984
    @johnolivas9984 Год назад +3

    Great interview! Thanks for sharing your story Jon..You are a very intelligent person..Wishing you the best!

  • @SweWince
    @SweWince Год назад +3

    I hope Jon is a recurring guest, bet he has a lot of wisdom to impart

  • @Slay4life-hi
    @Slay4life-hi Год назад +4

    I’m a father of two younger kids 8 & 6 and I do show them some of these stories and try to skip through the profanity I do find these stories very very important. My kids future terrifies me.

  • @2009como
    @2009como Год назад +21

    Excellent interview. He's articulate and insightful and could be a great influence for teens who want to join gangs. I wish him the best of luck and he deserves to have a second chance.

    • @pepperedbeefjerkey2990
      @pepperedbeefjerkey2990 Год назад +1

      He says he’s still banging though? He’s an old head in that world which makes it seem like it’s a good idea, but if he’s still affiliated there’s no way he should be an influence to anyone. He bangs cocaine and you’re talking about “great influence.” 😂

    • @2009como
      @2009como Год назад

      @@pepperedbeefjerkey2990 maybe the word influence wasn't the best word to use. I taught in a junior high school with some students who were gang wanna bees and thought they were pretty tough. So we took them to the local prison to meet some inmates who offered their advice. It was a harsh and real life eye opener to these "tough" students. John seemed like he could offer his own type of advice and he seemed sincere in wanting to do this.

  • @leighleigh747
    @leighleigh747 Год назад +9

    Why would you get out of jail clean after as long as you have been in Florida and fly across the country to skid row makes no sense

    • @Mariflower562
      @Mariflower562 Год назад +2

      I've heard that other states send them over here to Cali, buy them the ticket, and send them off. Like we need more homeless 🤨

    • @JB-ku7kv
      @JB-ku7kv Год назад

      You guys love the homeless, you feed em and giving drug paraphernalia and money. Y’all encourage your own destruction in Cali. A beauty place full of idiots. The ones with sense flee and go ruin other states.

    • @jessica2brook
      @jessica2brook Год назад +1

      I doubt he was clean

    • @lil_debbie
      @lil_debbie Год назад +1

      He got a job there, were you listening to him lol

  • @prettypurdyprincess437
    @prettypurdyprincess437 Год назад +1

    This guy speaks the truth!! I’m rooting for him✨✨ Jon I pray you stay strong through this time. Turn this hell of a life into something you cherish 🙏🏻 you have been through so much & came this far..why give up now!? Believe in yourself & trust faith ❤ You are so smart & are beyond your years. Make your life worth it because you are!! 👏🏻👏🏻 Stay blessed and please come back with a heck of a come back!! 🌟

  • @jennrichards400
    @jennrichards400 Год назад +24

    Jon, dude, you are wicked smart. Your ability to reflect and emotional intelligence are on point.
    I know that if you have the right opportunity and focus, you can harness your power and have anything you want out of life.
    Keep trying and believing in yourself. I care and wish you the best. You've got this.

    • @elisabethsalmon4107
      @elisabethsalmon4107 Год назад +2

      Perfectly worded

    • @jaqikennedy9990
      @jaqikennedy9990 Год назад +2

      I agree & hope the youngsters listen closely to what Jon is saying.... STAY IN SCHOOL & DONT JOIN A GANG!!!!

    • @heywoodjablowme8120
      @heywoodjablowme8120 Год назад

      Jenn Richards, dude, you are wicked dumb as a box of rocks if you think this guy isn't going to be shot dead by cops in short time. You've got this Jon.

    • @babyboyy207
      @babyboyy207 Год назад

      That first sentence tells me you're from New England

    • @REZNAP
      @REZNAP Год назад +1

      "wicked" smart... you must be from Rhode Island!

  • @jaqikennedy9990
    @jaqikennedy9990 Год назад +13

    I hope Jon makes it to work on Monday & everything is up from there for him 👍 Please Jon, try & connect with someone you can talk to in the medical field, I think it will help with your anger & learn to forgive yourself & your parents & guide you to a productive life.. sending a big hug your way 🫂 Great interview Mark, thank you 🙏

  • @WTLowery82
    @WTLowery82 Год назад +4

    Thank you California= Thanks taxpayers. Exactly why people are leaving for states like Florida in droves.

  • @lylky
    @lylky Год назад +1

    I think I would be really scared of him if I was alone with him listening and watching his body language, he has so much anger and I don’t blame him honestly. I actually think this was very brave work from the team who is making the film and I do like the message. Thank you all and I hope he find peace and the love he deserves.

  • @AnonUploads4Lulz
    @AnonUploads4Lulz Год назад +22

    That's a hard 39

    • @deerheart87
      @deerheart87 Год назад +2

      Drugs and drink ?

    • @wesleyalan9179
      @wesleyalan9179 Год назад

      I mean..I'm 41 a people tell me I look a lot younger, if I shave, I look 20 something, they say.

  • @RadioBombolulu
    @RadioBombolulu Год назад +14

    It's okay to be emotional. Take care Jon.

  • @mysticmama740
    @mysticmama740 Год назад +5

    One more example (of thousands) of a super cool, smart, talented person...full of potential, who just did not have the guidance and support that he needed as a young person. Period. No one from a loving, well -resourced family joins a gang...where u have to negate yr humanity to survive. Poor guy. It could have been so different. Every day I thank god for my Mom, these interviews help me appreciate what I had. When he says he is 39, my jaw dropped. Hes lived the life and stress of a 70 year old. His outer shell reflects the stress and hardship. Wishing u luck Jon. ❤

  • @Nefstyy
    @Nefstyy Год назад +2

    He’s a good talker, good EP fellas. He needs to come back for another interview. Hope he gets better and better every day

  • @leighleigh747
    @leighleigh747 Год назад +13

    If you don't want to go back to prison you should probably not carry a gun 🙋🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

    • @SilentEchoes91
      @SilentEchoes91 Год назад +1

      Oh ok so if someone breaks into my house and forbid I shoot them but my family is safe, would anything be prevented if I didn't have a gun? What if the intruder had a gun? Guns are for safety, and it's not an objects fault that humans are retardedly flawed. I have a license so I have a gun and so do all my friends and family and guess what they're a bunch of decent people and none of them have gone to prison. If you have a license, it becomes a responsibility and with great power comes great responsibility.

    • @Bigf00t100
      @Bigf00t100 Год назад +6

      You gotta understand he ain’t going back to prison. He carry’s it to ensure he never goes back..

    • @lil_debbie
      @lil_debbie Год назад

      You weren't listening to his plan.

  • @Leo.Goddess87
    @Leo.Goddess87 Год назад +6

    I hope Jon doesn't relapse & gets serious about his sobriety, cause it's obvious he's sick & tired, but his really? Talking about suicide by cop? Come on, if you don't do it for anyone else, do it for your kids. Just try please

  • @Nefstyy
    @Nefstyy Год назад +1

    I thought he’d say his biggest fear would be having to go back to jail

  • @901mtn8
    @901mtn8 Год назад +15

    A young Popeye or one of his nephews, but I pray he finds peace, sobriety and true happiness

    • @heywoodjablowme8120
      @heywoodjablowme8120 Год назад

      @Lloyd J Metz Olive Oil that lazy whore took the best years of his life, hence the haggard and tired eyes.

    • @GORILLA_PIMP
      @GORILLA_PIMP Год назад +1

      ​@Lloyd J Metz🤣🤣

    • @wesleyalan9179
      @wesleyalan9179 Год назад +1

      Haha, I can't unsee it now, all he needs is a pipe dangling out his mouf😆

    • @hydraflora1342
      @hydraflora1342 Год назад

      @Lloyd J Metz 😂😂😂

  • @nenishere24
    @nenishere24 Год назад +13

    God bless you Jon! You have a good heart and a fantastic brain! Please stay vigilant to your plan, stay clean and keep sharing your story because we are listening! You have the ability to change lives if you so wish. Much love to you, and I'll pray for you. 🕊

  • @MLStanleyK
    @MLStanleyK Год назад +1

    Thanks and best to Jon. It ain't easy - I was a functional alcoholic for 25 years and in a few months, God willing, I will have been sober for 23 years!! Miracles do happen - the power of Prayer is real! God Bless!!

  • @WebGemSports2012
    @WebGemSports2012 Год назад +3

    All the best dude… hope you get on track and have a good life.

  • @ryanallison4000
    @ryanallison4000 Год назад +6

    What I heard early on is when he said no-one cared about him. That seems like the core of all of it. I pray for more courage to go be with folks who feel this. “Carry one another’s burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians)

  • @jeffsmith7016
    @jeffsmith7016 Год назад +1

    Maybe don't admit that you are carrying a gun on video when you just got out of jail?

  • @julesvi8524
    @julesvi8524 Год назад +3

    Praying for you. I could listen to him all day. Great interview and I hope to watch a positive update in the near future

  • @jamesdozier3722
    @jamesdozier3722 Год назад +9

    “I’ve been good, I’ve picked good women” to have my 5 kids with. And “I’ve never” taken my kid’s mother away from them when I went to jail.
    I so sorry people like him have had to live their lives with these kinds of thoughts. I hope you find some peace in the future.

    • @jesserhodes7430
      @jesserhodes7430 Год назад +3

      ​@jimbofischa agreed, its disrespectful to come on this channel and and lie to Mark with this bullshit story. 'My hands are deadly weapons" lol, okay bro.

    • @ddz1375
      @ddz1375 Год назад

      ​@@jesserhodes7430 15 years is allot of time for a white guy in prison. The numbers were against him.

    • @babyboyy207
      @babyboyy207 Год назад

      ​@@jesserhodes7430 that made me laugh too

  • @garrisongroup5008
    @garrisongroup5008 Год назад +10

    This guy is the Jason Statham of skidrow

  • @flogrown1999
    @flogrown1999 Год назад +3

    Some of these dudes just lie like crazy ....just do the math on his story ..he said he got 20 years and he got 5 years knocked off but he did 85 months then he says he did 15 years .. 85 months is not 15 years...
    Also anybody that says their hands are considered deadly weapons are bafoons..the whole myth of boxers or MMA fighters having to register their hands isn't true ..this guy doesn't seem like a bad guy but he's a tweaker ..anybody that has spent time around tweakers and guys like this know their all filled with a bunch of stories ....do not believe 75% of what this guy says .. take the good of what he says but avoid the sensationalism in his stories

  • @mwafrika4
    @mwafrika4 Год назад +4

    Man's been through it. I hope he can stay sober and stay out of prison

    • @heywoodjablowme8120
      @heywoodjablowme8120 Год назад

      I wish Vegas took odds on shit like this. The over/under on dude is about one month.... according to bookies I know.

  • @Ximena18115
    @Ximena18115 Год назад +4

    I’ve listened to many of Mark’s videos. This video really touched my heart. May God bless him!

  • @noneatthistime
    @noneatthistime Год назад +2

    Jon, Thanks for doing this. Florida is chill. I cant leave here man.

  • @ravenhale4004
    @ravenhale4004 Год назад +6

    Just now I was in the middle of the last video about domestic violence Corinna and it shut off and becomes unavailable 😭. This one was put in then

    • @drewcobarrubias2093
      @drewcobarrubias2093 Год назад +2

      Damn I was about to watch that one, was it good?

    • @ravenhale4004
      @ravenhale4004 Год назад +1

      @@drewcobarrubias2093 from Wally that I seen it was. I’m wondering if it will be on the patron account. Sadly I don’t have that. You tube prolly removed it

    • @nenishere24
      @nenishere24 Год назад +5

      According to Mark's reply, it was removed per interviewees request😢

    • @ravenhale4004
      @ravenhale4004 Год назад

      @@nenishere24 thank you!

  • @olumidekolajo4133
    @olumidekolajo4133 Год назад +2

    He comes across as a down to earth nice guy . I wish him the best

  • @simplymarvelous4983
    @simplymarvelous4983 Год назад +4

    Dudes all over the place hope he gets his shit together but he ain’t gonna change .He gonna go use that money Mark gives him to buy dope, I ain’t nobody special but I did 14 years straight in California and when I got out I got a job 1 month later been working for 5 years straight now got married paid 25000 for my wedding no handouts from the government or anyone I just don’t make excuses for what I don’t have or why something is not fair and if I can do it with a million tattoos anyone can you just got to live yourself

  • @Stargazer9933
    @Stargazer9933 Год назад +3

    Imagine him hanging with a bunch of cholo’s on the yard, lying about his hands being “Registered as deadly weapons” He claims to be a Latin King 👑 but I bet he can’t even speak a word of Spanish 🤣
    He is a typical CONvict. Still trying to con and run game.

  • @nancycejarimanifestingfrom
    @nancycejarimanifestingfrom Год назад +8

    It just make me remember the past interview w Todd the jail guard and all he said of why people ended up in jail. I feel so much compassion for the childhood of those people

    • @donacatanguma
      @donacatanguma Год назад +1

      Yes❤️ We incarcerate the most vulnerable among us.
      Pray for them🙏

  • @MamaGotBack..
    @MamaGotBack.. Год назад +4

    Jon, keep going buddy. Think positive. You can do this!!

  • @_Dramaqueen420
    @_Dramaqueen420 Год назад +2

    It was a great interview!!
    Wishing the best for him 🙏🏻