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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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!💚
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.
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.
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.
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 ...
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
💯. 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… 💭
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
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!
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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!! 🌟
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.💯
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.
Even in Florida he wouldn't even have any rank as a junkie if even be still considered a Bro since he was 15 or whatever age he said. I'm connected from Chi to the whole east coast and Bros don't get down like that. He's def embellishing that part of his life.
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!
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
@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.
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
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...
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.
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.” 😂
@@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.
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 ☮️❤️🙏❤️☮️🙏❤️
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
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.
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.
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.
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!!
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. 🕊
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 🙏
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.
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.
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.
This guy is 39 years old and has five children, this just goes to show if a person hasnt changed before there prefrontal cortex ends in late adolescent and starts before birth he will most likely never change as you see in the video.
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. ❤
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
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)
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
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
Why did he leave Florida for California if most likely his baby mama's and kids are in Florida? Must be hard to see your kids when you bolt all the way across the country once released from prison. LA is not the place to go once your released from prison, unless you want to end up back on the streets or back in jail.
@@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
Crazy to hear these gang members or ex gang members talk. They talk about all the ins and outs of the gangs, the hierarchy, the rules, the application process...all this stuff that means so much to them. This guy claims he is high up in this gang, like it has gained self worth and credit in life. Then you see it from a normal person's perspective who is just a blue/white collar 9-5...and it all means nothing. To the rest of the world these are just gang members who go in and out of jail. No one cares how high they are in the gang, or how many people they killed, or what zip code they defend. It's bizarre that they have this whole other world and lifestyle going on that means the world to them but nothing to the world.
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.
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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.
Well said and respectful. In the end enemies aren't always as bad as we think
Beautifully worded
You're a criminal with a badge shut up u prick no one cares about u your done out here do 1 mug
Mark: You are the kind of person we need in law enforcement. Thank You
Bless you friend for sharing this with us. Many out here despise law officers, your compassion and insight is moving.
Jon needed to talk. Lord knows there's people who could learn from what this man has to say.
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.
Same here man I’m on methadone aswell
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
muuricahh knows it. still no one cares. keeps voting on a corrupt system and call it ''freedom''
I absolutely love Jon’s voice and his stories. Wishing him the best from here on out.
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.
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.
Same
Ditto 💗💙💜💚🧡🧡❤️
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.
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!💚
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.
Amen
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.
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.
Sucks for those of us who have no kids
Absolutely!! That’s his TOTAL MESSAGE!!!!! And yet not alot get it !!
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.
What a poignant thing to say. Thank you for sharing such sweet recovery...☺️
Right on man. I was 34. I'm in my 40s now. life is good!
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
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
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So how did you changed your life? Share some tips please!
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!
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.
Cathartic for all of us, dude. Thanks for your honesty. Keep talkin. May your future be bright.
I don’t know why this guy went on camera and said he still has a gun. I guess criminals aren’t smart.
The best interview I've seen. Highly intelligent, introspective man. He can be anything he wants. Wow.
Pulling the "my hands are deadly weapons" bull shit should give you a clue all this is made up
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!
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.
Same ❤
Peace and calmness to you Jon
Jon, I absolutely understand your story and wish nothing but the best for you. Keep talking. Keep sharing. Keep pushing.
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
God bless you.. you can do it one day at a time 😊
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
Hear
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.
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
Close your eyes and HEAR* this guy
💯. 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… 💭
His wasted life has taken a huge toll on him. He´s 39 and looks 65.
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
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!
Very intense. Displays all the mannerisms of untreated ADHD
Just be a good and kind human being. Help people out when you can and make people smile when you can.
So true 👍 I believe there's alot of love inside him to share too... ❤
💜🙏if anything matters in this life, ITS THAT!
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.
A very smart person who deserves a better life.
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.
Mark never sleeps
😂
Mark stockpiles finished projects. Youre typically watching a two week old interview
Never.
S L E E P? Is that one of those gen z TikTok challenges?
@Broski Snowski 😂 I know right
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.
Definitely looking forward to future updates videos with Jon! I hope he keeps on the upward trajectory.
I give this dude about a month before he goes full on suicide by cop.
I hope so too 🙏
"it became so easy to just be a sh*thead!" That is truth right there.
Definitely
TOO easy
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
Use your talents for good and not evil
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.
You sound like a republikkkan
Absolutely
He’ll likely breach his probation within 3 months
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.
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
"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.
Yes exactly. I think he might be a good singer
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.
He said, “my dad is a Cuban immigrant, HE’S a DICK, probably one of the coolest people I’ve eveR knewt.” Like wTH ? 😁
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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!! 🌟
Great interview Jon. Kids need to hear the truth bro.🙏God bless you buddy
😂Do you think his story is 💯%?
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.💯
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.
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.
Even in Florida he wouldn't even have any rank as a junkie if even be still considered a Bro since he was 15 or whatever age he said. I'm connected from Chi to the whole east coast and Bros don't get down like that. He's def embellishing that part of his life.
@@KingMiz360 💯
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!
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.
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
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.
Keep on the methadone
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
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.
Admire your faith. Really! What about the people who dont belive on god?
@@Potimus_Ripme I like to think he will find a way to reach them sooner or later
@Global Bite well that's a positive outlook
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
@@roscojayco5527 just curious, how old are you?
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.
Yup big time cappin you dont have to register your hands
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.
This guy needs to start a RUclips channel and tell his stories ppl love the gory raw prison stories
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Great interview! Thanks for sharing your story Jon..You are a very intelligent person..Wishing you the best!
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.
@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.
@daboy22 *they're.
It's pathetic you didn't know that.
@daboy22 nah, it's they're.
Also, you used clarifying incorrectly.
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
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...
Yeah he's a bit grandiose at times for sure
Seven months for a human life……some people get longer sentences for mistreating animals… dogs, cats….,.
Was it 7 months or years?
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.
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.” 😂
@@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.
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
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39? I thought this dude was well beyond 50
Drugs
I think it's the white beard. Willie Nelson vibe
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
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.
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.
Perfectly worded
I agree & hope the youngsters listen closely to what Jon is saying.... STAY IN SCHOOL & DONT JOIN A GANG!!!!
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.
That first sentence tells me you're from New England
"wicked" smart... you must be from Rhode Island!
Praying for you. I could listen to him all day. Great interview and I hope to watch a positive update in the near future
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!!
All the best dude… hope you get on track and have a good life.
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. 🕊
He’s a good talker, good EP fellas. He needs to come back for another interview. Hope he gets better and better every day
He comes across as a down to earth nice guy . I wish him the best
I hope Jon is a recurring guest, bet he has a lot of wisdom to impart
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 🙏
It's okay to be emotional. Take care Jon.
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.
crazy hes only 40 looks 60
Hes not even 40 yet. Drugs will do that to people
@@agangstersparadise1 oh I know. Alcohol will do it too
Lived a hard life his face reflects that
Jon, Thanks for doing this. Florida is chill. I cant leave here man.
Thank you California= Thanks taxpayers. Exactly why people are leaving for states like Florida in droves.
A young Popeye or one of his nephews, but I pray he finds peace, sobriety and true happiness
@Lloyd J Metz Olive Oil that lazy whore took the best years of his life, hence the haggard and tired eyes.
@Lloyd J Metz🤣🤣
Haha, I can't unsee it now, all he needs is a pipe dangling out his mouf😆
@Lloyd J Metz 😂😂😂
Man's been through it. I hope he can stay sober and stay out of prison
I wish Vegas took odds on shit like this. The over/under on dude is about one month.... according to bookies I know.
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
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 🤨
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.
I doubt he was clean
He got a job there, were you listening to him lol
Great interview, prayers for Jon. The parents and family impact a child's development.
Jon, keep going buddy. Think positive. You can do this!!
I’ve listened to many of Mark’s videos. This video really touched my heart. May God bless him!
I could listen to John more... I want to hear more about his thoughts and what happened in his life. All the best to you John.
Same age as me but thought he was 20 yrs older... man has lived hard.
He is.
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.
It was a great interview!!
Wishing the best for him 🙏🏻
This guy is 39 years old and has five children, this just goes to show if a person hasnt changed before there prefrontal cortex ends in late adolescent and starts before birth he will most likely never change as you see in the video.
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. ❤
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
" I never knew a bad day till I was born" - Doug Stanhope
Great comedian
@@venicec3310 definitely an underated 💎 gem
One of the best
Lol my hands are a deadly weapon 🤣 😂 I'm dying 🤣 😂
The Fonz ain't laughing because he stole his best line.
Its a real thing
@@wheredaboof6492 Yeah in the movies. Con-Air, check it out. Some of Nicholas Cage's most pathetic work.
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)
85 months doesn't work out to be 15 years my friend. its around 7 odd years.
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
I thought he’d say his biggest fear would be having to go back to jail
I hope he gets support to make it through and not end up dead. He can do it. He should go and speak to school kids for sure.
I'm listening and paying attention. I have a bad temper and turning my life around after my mom died.
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
Yes❤️ We incarcerate the most vulnerable among us.
Pray for them🙏
Why did he leave Florida for California if most likely his baby mama's and kids are in Florida? Must be hard to see your kids when you bolt all the way across the country once released from prison. LA is not the place to go once your released from prison, unless you want to end up back on the streets or back in jail.
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
Damn I was about to watch that one, was it good?
@@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
According to Mark's reply, it was removed per interviewees request😢
@@nenishere24 thank you!
Crazy to hear these gang members or ex gang members talk. They talk about all the ins and outs of the gangs, the hierarchy, the rules, the application process...all this stuff that means so much to them. This guy claims he is high up in this gang, like it has gained self worth and credit in life.
Then you see it from a normal person's perspective who is just a blue/white collar 9-5...and it all means nothing. To the rest of the world these are just gang members who go in and out of jail. No one cares how high they are in the gang, or how many people they killed, or what zip code they defend.
It's bizarre that they have this whole other world and lifestyle going on that means the world to them but nothing to the world.
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.