In this episode of Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Gio Martini, a former Bureau of Prisons correctional officer who worked at USP Victorville, widely considered one of the most violent and notorious federal prisons in the United States. Gio delivers a rare, firsthand account of what it’s really like working inside a high-security federal penitentiary, where some of the oldest and most powerful prison gangs in America operate. From daily prison operations to gang politics, inmate control, and staff survival, this episode exposes the brutal reality behind the walls of USP Victorville. Before becoming a correctional officer, Gio grew up in Victorville, California, surrounded by violence, addiction, and instability. He opens up about his struggles with substance abuse, his time in the military, and how being discharged shaped the path that eventually led him into the federal prison system as a BOP officer. Once inside USP Victorville, Gio witnessed the inner workings of a prison infamous for gang dominance, inmate-on-inmate violence, racial politics, and extreme security measures. He breaks down: How gangs operate inside a federal penitentiary Which gangs controlled USP Victorville How correctional officers maintain order The psychological toll on staff What inmates and officers face on a daily basis This conversation offers an unfiltered look into federal prison life, told from the perspective of someone who wore the uniform and worked the tiers. This episode of Honor Among Thieves pulls back the curtain on the federal prison system, exposing the reality of incarceration, gang power, and survival from a correctional officer’s perspective. Whether you’re interested in true crime, prison documentaries, organized crime, or the Bureau of Prisons, this episode delivers rare insight you won’t hear anywhere else. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 – Inside USP Victorville: A CO Tells the Truth 4:50 – “Shot Caller” Explained: How Power Really Works in Prison 16:15 – Victorville, California: A Violent City Built to Fail 30:22 – Joining the Army: Discipline, Violence, and Survival 47:07 – From the Military to ICE: Life After Discharge 56:59 – Becoming a Federal Prison Guard (BOP Reality) 1:04:49 – Inside USP Victorville: The Most Notorious Federal Prison 1:30:10 – Prison Gangs at Victorville: Who Really Runs the Yard 1:38:14 – Redemption: Leaving the Life Behind 🎙️ About Honor Among Thieves Honor Among Thieves is a true crime podcast featuring reformed criminals, former gang members, ex-federal inmates, law enforcement, and victims, offering firsthand insight into organized crime, prison life, drug trafficking, and the criminal underworld. 📌 Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be a guest: 👉 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest 🔗 Links 📸 Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ 📸 Gio Martini on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/giothelegend89/ 💎 Sponsors Gus Villa Jewelry Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ 🧠 Federal Prison Resources https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez sits down with Ali “Zoe” Adam, founding member of the Zoe Pound gang, one of the most notorious Haitian organized crime groups in Miami history. This raw, first-person interview details the rise of Zoe Pound, the criminal power struggles in Carol City and Little Haiti, and the federal investigation that ultimately brought the organization down. Ali “Zoe” Adam recounts immigrating from Haiti to Miami in 1984, growing up in Carol City, and being mentored by legendary Miami street figure Kenneth “Boobie” Williams. Under Boobie’s guidance, Ali learned the structure, discipline, and mechanics behind organized street power. When Boobie was federally indicted in the 1990s, a massive power vacuum opened in Miami — leading Ali to found Zoe Pound, a Haitian street organization that quickly expanded its influence. The conversation dives deep into: -The formation of the Zoe Pound gang -Robberies at the Port of Miami -Building a multi-million-dollar cocaine trafficking operation -Colombian cartel connections routed through Haiti -Moving thousands of kilos per month -The 2007 federal indictment that ended the empire This episode offers one of the most detailed insider accounts ever told about Zoe Pound, Miami organized crime, Haitian gangs, drug trafficking, and federal law enforcement investigations. Nothing is glorified — this is a real breakdown of how criminal empires are built, expanded, and destroyed. ⏱️ Chapters 0:00 – Intro: Inside the Rise of Zoe Pound 2:58 – From Haiti to Miami (1984): Growing Up in Carol City 20:53 – Kenneth “Boobie” Williams: Miami Street Legend & Mentor 34:40 – Founding Zoe Pound: Building a Haitian Street Organization 43:38 – Boobie Gets Indicted: The Power Vacuum Begins 59:31 – The Haiti Plug: Cocaine Trafficking Pipeline 1:12:38 – Federal Indictment: The Fall of Zoe Pound 1:27:20 – Redemption: Life After the Streets 🎙️ About Honor Among Thieves Honor Among Thieves is a true crime podcast featuring reformed criminals, former gang members, ex-federal inmates, law enforcement, and victims, offering firsthand insight into organized crime, prison life, drug trafficking, and the criminal underworld. 📌 Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be a guest: 👉 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest 🔗 Links 📸 Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ 📸 Ali “Zoe” Adam on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chipblackboyzoe/ 💎 Sponsors Gus Villa Jewelry Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ 🧠 Federal Prison Resources https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Sgt Bert "Maverick" Gonzalez on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sgt.maverick/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, Nelson sits down with retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez for a raw, firsthand account of policing Miami during the most violent era in the city’s history. From the early days of joining the force to surviving the chaos of the 1980s cocaine wars, Sgt. Gonzalez takes listeners inside a time when Miami’s streets resembled a battlefield and every shift could be your last. Gonzalez breaks down what it was really like working for Metro-Dade PD during the height of cartel violence, police corruption, and nonstop bloodshed. He details the internal politics of law enforcement, the power struggles between Colombian and Cuban drug organizations, and the moral gray areas cops were forced to navigate just to survive. Through real cases, including a brutal 1987 home invasion gone wrong, this episode exposes the reality behind the headlines — and how that era permanently shaped Miami and everyone who lived through it. This episode of Honor Among Thieves is a rare, unfiltered look at one of the darkest and most dangerous periods in American law enforcement history. Sgt. Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez doesn’t glamorize the violence — he exposes it. From survival and corruption to accountability and redemption, this conversation is essential listening for anyone interested in true crime, policing, the cocaine era, and the real cost of America’s war on drugs. Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro – Surviving Miami’s Most Violent Era 1:39 Becoming a Miami Cop in the 1980s 18:28 Inside Metro-Dade PD During the Cocaine Wars 26:48 Miami in the 80s: When the Streets Became a Warzone 33:54 Police Corruption in 1980s Miami 46:27 Colombians vs Cubans: The Cocaine Power Struggle 55:01 1987 Home Invasion Gone Wrong – Robbing the Wrong Drug House 1:06:41 The Cocaine Era Ends – Miami After the War 1:18:28 Redemption After the Streets Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ D On Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealreentryproject  In this raw episode of Honor Among Thieves, Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with D, a former West Virginia stick-up kid whose criminal path began shockingly early in a place few expect. Growing up surrounded by addiction in West Virginia—one of the most drug-ravaged states in the country—D explains how environment and desperation pushed him into the streets. At just 15 years old, with nothing left at home, he ran away and survived under the alias “Conner White,” convincing people he was 18 so he could find work and make it day to day. That life unraveled shortly after his 16th birthday in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when D sold heroin to an undercover cop. He was illegally booked as an adult and placed in adult jail, forcing him to call his grandmother—who exposed the mistake to authorities. D was transferred into West Virginia’s juvenile system and sentenced to what’s known as “juvy life,” confinement until age 21. He exposes the violent reality of juvenile prisons, where inmates aged 18–21 are set up to fail, charged as adults for fights involving minors, and subjected to inhumane guard abuse, forced fights, and torture-like punishment. Released at 18, D briefly stayed clean before believing he’d found his big break: robbing drug dealers. What started as fast money spiraled after a robbery went wrong, leaving him facing life in prison and serving five years in the West Virginia state prison system. He breaks down WV prison gangs, the internal power structure, and why drug dealers from across the country flood the state. After his release, D received money from a lawsuit against prison guards who had beaten him—and invested it into what he thought was a major drug deal, only to discover he was buying from a federal informant responsible for over 160 indictments, landing him back in prison. Episode Highlights -Growing up in West Virginia’s hidden drug economy -Running away at 15 and living under a false identity -Arrested at 16 and illegally jailed as an adult -Inside West Virginia’s “juvy life” prison sentences -Violence, guard abuse, and systemic failure in juvenile prisons -Becoming a stick-up kid robbing drug dealers -Facing life in prison after a robbery gone wrong -West Virginia state prison gangs and out-of-state drug trade -Getting indicted again through a federal informant D’s story is a brutal look at how early exposure, systemic abuse, and desperation can lock someone into a cycle before adulthood even begins. This episode of Honor Among Thieves exposes the dark realities of juvenile life sentences, West Virginia’s prison system, and the thin line between survival and destruction. A powerful, cautionary true-crime story about how fast opportunity can turn into another prison number. 0:00 Intro 2:20 Running Away From Home 9:33 Adult Prison As A Juvenile 13:46 West Virginia Juvenile Prison 26:30 Robbing Drug Dealers 35:25 Facing Life At 19 40:15 Gangs In West Virginia State Prison 52:12 Solitary Confinement & Punks 1:03:40 Getting Out From Prison… Again 1:13:21 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 ⁠https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest⁠ Nelson on Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/⁠ G On Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gtheoriginalguru/⁠ In this raw and deeply personal episode of Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with his close friend and former prison bunkie, Gabriel “G” Arias-Maduro, to tell one of the most honest drug-era stories to come out of South Florida’s late-2000s underground scene. Shortly after graduating high school, G was approached with an opportunity that would change his life forever: Molly, just as it was flooding South Florida in the late 2000s. With the drug newly introduced and poorly understood, the market exploded. G describes his first flip, turning a small opportunity into $10,000 in a single month, a moment that made it clear this was no longer small-time dealing. As the Miami Molly scene grew, G transitioned from street-level sales into wholesaling, supplying multiple dealers while minimizing exposure. He explains how massive shipments, cheap sourcing, and rave culture fueled what would later be labeled by law enforcement and the media as the “Molly Invasion” — a term G would eventually see printed in the Miami Herald alongside photos of his former associates. That boom came crashing down when Miami PD traced a case back to G after a former wholesale customer cooperated with police. Although G avoided immediate prison time, he was placed on probation, believing the chapter was closing. It wasn’t. While still on probation, G was approached again — this time to move pure crystal isolate Molly at a higher level. Around the same time, federal authorities dismantled his former network. G recalls reading about the takedown in the Miami Herald before being approached by federal agents seeking cooperation. He refused to provide information. Despite not actively selling Molly for years, the federal government moved forward anyway. G was federally indicted, a decision that shocked him given the time gap and lack of cooperation. In the two years leading up to sentencing, he attempted to live a quiet life in Winter Park, Florida, unaware of what was coming. On the very day of sentencing, G learned he was facing up to 20 years in federal prison. The judge ultimately sentenced him to 11 years. What followed was a journey through some of the most notorious facilities in the federal system: * FDC Miami, where G crossed paths with Puerto Rican rapper Anuel AA * Edgefield Federal Prison Camp in South Carolina * The SHU (Solitary Confinement) after being caught with a cellphone * “The Zoo” — Yazoo City Low, a chaotic low-security federal prison * Coleman Federal Prison Camp, where G and Nelson became close friends, bonded through shared experience, and built the trust that led to this conversation Throughout the episode, G reflects on environment, opportunity, addiction, loyalty, and consequence, offering rare insight into how federal cases can follow someone long after the streets think the game is over. The conversation also highlights the mental toll of long sentences, the randomness of federal justice, and the brotherhood that forms behind the fence. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 ⁠https://federalprisontips.com/honor/⁠ Use Promo Code MONTANA ⁠https://gusvillajewelry.com/⁠ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:32 Drugs As A Kid In Miami 25:22 I’m The Molly Plug 47:01 Let’s Sells Keys Now 1:02:22 The Molly Invasion 1:21:55 11 Year Sentence In Federal Prison 1:45:15 Sent To the SHU: Solitary Confinement 1:56:29 “The Zoo”- Yazoo City Low Federal Prison 2:13:20 Coleman Federal Prison Camp 2:30:36 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Dr. Monica Vermani On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drmonicavermani/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, Nelson sits down with Dr. Monica Vermani, renowned clinical psychologist, former prison psychologist for the Canadian correctional system, and leading expert on trauma, criminal behavior, and mental health. In one of the most revealing psychological deep dives ever featured on the podcast, Dr. Vermani breaks down how the criminal mind works, why offenders make the decisions they do, and the core differences between criminal thinking patterns and civilian behavior.  Drawing from years inside Canadian prisons working face-to-face with offenders ranging from trauma-survivors to violent repeat offenders, Dr. Vermani exposes the psychology behind criminal choices, the roots of impulsivity, the impact of childhood trauma, and the distorted belief systems that shape a life of crime. She also shares powerful stories from her work inside the system and what she learned from treating individuals nobody else could reach.  🔑 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Criminal Thinking vs. Civilian Thinking-Dr. Vermani breaks down the cognitive distortions, emotional wiring, and survival-based decision-making that shape criminal behavior — and how drastically it differs from how civilians approach problems, consequences, and risk. Why Criminals Make High-Risk Choices She explains the psychology behind impulsive actions, thrill-seeking, lack of foresight, and the way trauma and environment override logic and long-term planning. Inside the Prison System Dr. Vermani shares her firsthand experiences working inside the Canadian prison system, providing therapy to some of the most challenging and complex inmates. Trauma → Crime Connection A powerful look into how childhood neglect, abuse, abandonment, addiction, and environmental pressure shape the development of criminal thinking styles. Breaking The Cycle She explains what actually works in rehabilitation, why many systems fail, and how mindset restructuring can lead to real transformation — but only when the individual is truly ready.  🎙️Dr. Monica Vermani delivers one of the most eye-opening psychological breakdowns ever featured on Honor Among Thieves. This episode goes far beyond crime stories — it uncovers the why behind the life choices that lead people into the criminal world, the trauma that fuels it, and the psychological tools needed to break free. A powerful conversation for anyone interested in criminology, mental health, rehabilitation, and the inner workings of the mind behind the crimes. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro2:00 Meet Dr. Vermani 11:15 Dr. Vermani’s Patients 16:20 The Criminal Mind 22:15 Peace In Prison 26:26 Working with juvenile offenders 36:40 Advice For People Coming Out From Prison 45:45 Is there a point of no return? 51:10 How can family support people leaving prison? 55:58 Criminal Profiling 1:06:52 Redemption  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Joe Gates On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/itsreallyjoegates/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, Nelson sits down with Joe Gates, a man whose criminal past began in one of the most unexpected places — small-town Indiana. While most people associate organized crime and heavy drug culture with major cities like New York or Chicago, Joe exposes the violent, drug-infested reality of Indiana’s underground world and how he was pulled into it as a child. From drinking at age 10, to selling drugs before high school, to becoming the center of the biggest drug bust in his county’s history — Joe’s story is a raw, shocking look at addiction, trafficking, self-destruction, and redemption. 🧨 Indiana’s Hidden Drug Epidemic Joe breaks down the surprising truth about crime in Indiana — from meth labs to violent street culture, and why the state produces more criminals than people think. 👦 Drinking at 10, Dealing by Middle School Joe details how early childhood trauma, addiction in the home, and the environment around him pushed him into the game before he was even a teenager. 🚔 The Biggest Drug Bust in County History His first arrest ever became the largest drug bust his county had ever seen — and he still made it to his high school graduation the next morning. ⛓️ A Year in Indiana County Jail Joe recounts: -23-hour lockdowns in a tiny cell -Getting stqbbed with a pencil -Detoxing cold turkey -The psychological torture of county time 💊 Becoming the Ecstasy Plug in Tennessee In the early 2000s rave era, Joe connects with a source selling ecstasy pills at 10 cents per pill. He becomes the city’s main supplier, pushing 2,000 pills a week and making $20,000+ weekly while battling daily addiction. 💀 Addiction, Blackouts & a Life Spiraling Out of Control Years of alcohol, bud, and ex abuse destroy Joe’s mental state — leading to memory loss, violence, paranoia, and self-destruction. 🚨 The Night That Changed Everything With 1200 ex pills, several pounds of bud, and an unregistered firearm in his car, Joe gets pulled over — a scenario that could have meant life in prison. This episode is a raw, emotional, unbelievable true-crime redemption story — one that shows how close a person can come to destruction before fate steps in. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:24 Indiana: The Crime Capital of The Back Woods 8:25 Attracted To The Wrong Things 13:50 The Biggest Drug Bust In The History of His County 27:27 Violating Probation 39:15 A Year In County Jail 48:01 Tennessee: Then I Got Into Selling Ex 57:59 The Miracle That Saved Him From Life In Prison 1:09:05 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Solo On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sosafibonacci/ In one of the rawest and most eye-opening episodes yet, Nelson sits down with his friend Solo, a man he did time with at Coleman Federal Prison, to unravel a story that begins on the streets of St. Petersburg, Florida — and ends with a decade-long federal sentence. Solo started selling crack at just 12 years old, forced into the game out of pure survival. What began as a hustle to stay alive slowly transformed into a full-blown rise through the ranks of the underground drug economy. Solo breaks down how adolescence for him wasn’t school dances and homework — it was cooking crack, dodging rivals, and hustling in high school hallways while living a life completely foreign to most kids his age. As the city plunged into a massive coke drought in 2008, Solo took a bold risk that changed everything. Reaching out to a half-Mexican family member in Texas, he was introduced to a direct Mexican cartel connection — a move that elevated him from corner boy to major supplier, moving from ounces to full kilos. His ability to cook his own product only expanded his reach and dominance. But the game shifted again when his Mexican plug asked him a pivotal question during a business trip to Jalisco, Mexico: “Can you move H?” Testing the market back home, Solo realized H was a completely different beast — higher margins, higher demand, and a faster path to big money… and big consequences. What followed was years of major trafficking, massive profits, and an expanding operation — until betrayal came from the place he least expected. A close “friend,” who had been buying weight from him for years, was secretly a confidential informant. One setup. One ATF buy. And Solo was indicted on a federal drug conspiracy case that earned him 10 years in federal prison. This episode dives deep into: -Growing up in Florida’s crack era -Learning the drug game as a teenage dealer -Cooking crack and scaling the business -Making cartel connections in Texas & Mexico -The difference between crack rock profits and H profits -The betrayal that ended everything -Life inside federal prison after the fall Raw, honest, and filled with hard-learned lessons — Solo’s story is a blueprint of how fast the streets can elevate you… and how fast they can destroy you. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:35 The Streets on The West Coast of Florida 10:30 Getting Into The Game 19:51 Learning To Cook Crack 29:20 Kidnapped By The OG 34:10 Finding The Plug In Mexico 50:27 The Plug In Mexico Brings In The H 1:00:02 Getting Out of The Game: The Feds 1:07:30 The Game Is Over: Federal Prison 1:25:30 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Kidnapped By The Feds on Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@kidnappedbythefeds This week on Honor Among Thieves, we sit down with Thomas Sanchez, better known online as “Kidnapped by the Feds.” Once a Mormon kid from Utah with good parents and eight siblings, Thomas’s life took a sharp turn from spirituality to the streets. What started as innocent partying spiraled into a full-blown drug operation — one that would earn him $1,000 to $7,000 a day selling H and crystal. At the height of his power, “Kidnapped” was feared and respected — the man not to be crossed in his city. But his empire came crashing down when his girlfriend cooperated with law enforcement after a DEA raid on his home. Sentenced to 10 years in federal prison, Thomas found himself immersed in the brutal reality of federal medium and low-security institutions, navigating the politics of the Paisas and other prison gangs. In this raw and unfiltered interview, Thomas breaks down: * How fast money and power consumed his life * The betrayal that led to his downfall * The inner workings and hypocrisy of prison gang politics * How he found redemption and purpose behind bars 💡 Episode Highlights * Mormon Upbringing: Growing up in a strict religious home and what pushed him away from faith. * Life in the Fast Lane: Becoming an H and ICE trafficker making thousands a day. * The Fall: His house raid, girlfriend’s betrayal, and DEA indictment. * Life Inside: Prison politics, the power structure of the Paisas, and how “shot callers” really operate. * Redemption: Finding identity and reflection after 10 years behind bars. From a Mormon household to a federal prison yard, Thomas “Kidnapped by the Feds” Sanchez reveals how fast money, betrayal, and prison politics shaped his wild rise and ultimate downfall. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 7:13 I Actually Used To Be A Mormon 19:35 No More Church 28:50 Exposed To Crystal 44:45 I’m The Plug Now 1:03:50 Raided: It’s All Over. 10 Year Sentence 1:16:35 FCI Herlong Medium 1:23:10 FCI Lompoc  1:34:01 Englewood Prison Camp: Starting Social Media 1:47:24 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Stephanie on Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@perez._49 This week on Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Stephanie Saldana, a former Texas police officer whose life took a dramatic turn from enforcing the law to standing accused by the very system she served. Stephanie opens up about the series of events that led to her downfall — from a simple favor for a friend that spiraled into criminal charges, to being tangled in a federal case she never saw coming. What started as a harmless name lookup for someone she knew became the first domino in a chain of life-altering consequences that forced her out of law enforcement and into the fight of her life. Things took an even darker twist when she met a man who unknowingly pulled her into a massive drug trafficking case. When the DEA and federal prosecutors came knocking, Stephanie refused to take easy plea deals and did the unthinkable: she represented herself in federal court and won. 🔑 Episode Highlights -The fateful moment that ended her law-enforcement career. -How a favor for a friend triggered a federal investigation. -The shocking traffic stop that exposed a hidden drug operation. -Stephanie’s 18 months behind bars awaiting trial and her decision to go pro se. -The emotional toll of fighting the federal system — and winning. -Her message about resilience, integrity, and never giving up even when the odds are impossible. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:14 Growing Up in Amarillo, Texas 10:55 Becoming A Cop 17:25 Cop Stories 25:17 Charged By The Feds As A Cop 32:50 Ladies, Don’t Date Drug Dealers…. 39:07 8 Keys of Meth  51:30 Out On Bond: What Now? 1:00:27 The Feds Arrest Her: Facing 25 years 1:12:11 The Trial 1:24:23 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Larry on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/blind.greed/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, we sit down with Larry Hartman — an accomplished Columbia Law School graduate turned Wall Street lawyer, and author of the gripping novel Blind Greed — a story based on his own life. Now a Raw Media production currently in development to become a major motion picture directed and starring Michael Copon, Blind Greed dives deep into the world of high finance, organized crime, and moral collapse. Born and raised on Mulberry Street in New York City, Larry’s journey is the perfect intersection of Wall Street success, Cosa Nostra connections, and international fugitive survival. 🔥 Episode Highlights -From Wall Street to the Underworld: Larry partners with a Cosa Nostra associate to launch some of the first online casino empires, blending legitimate law with organized crime. -The $100 Million Stock Scheme: Through a London venture firm, he helps take multiple startups public — amassing over $100 million in stock from companies he later admitted were “questionable at best.” -The Federal Crackdown: When the feds close in, Larry flees to Costa Rica, assuming a false identity as Jason Todd to evade extradition. -Life on the Run: From skiing in the Swiss Alps to playing high-stakes poker in Monte Carlo, Larry lives as an international fugitive — until his fake Nicaraguan passport expires. -The Bribe Gone Wrong: Caught trying to renew his forged passport, Larry attempts to bribe a cop with a few thousand dollars, only to be caught in the act. -Locked Up in El Chipote: Thrown into Nicaragua’s most feared prison, Larry’s descent from millionaire investor to inmate is a harrowing look into one man’s reckoning with greed, power, and survival. Larry Hartman’s life reads like a Hollywood thriller — a brilliant Wall Street lawyer turned outlaw financier, living between luxury and chaos. His story of ambition, deception, and redemption proves that in the world of Blind Greed, even the smartest can lose it all. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:52 Holocaust Survivor and Coming To New York 12:59 Starting Online Casinos With A Mobster 21:15 The “Boiler Room” of Barcelona 32:29 Indictments and Arrests 42:07 Larry Hartman Becomes Jason Todd 54:16 Thrown Into “El Chipote” Nicaraguan Prison 1:08:30 Extradited To The U.S. 1:16:17 10 Years In FCI Miami 1:37:19 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Felly on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/oh_itz_felly/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Ofelia “Felly” Torres, better known as Felly From The Bronx — a woman whose story sounds like something straight out of a movie. From a childhood of instability and abuse to becoming one of the youngest female hustlers on the streets of the Bronx, Felly’s life has been defined by survival, grit, and transformation. She opens up about the brutal realities of growing up with a drug-addicted mother, being shuffled through the foster care system, and finding family among street hustlers and danger. 🔑 Key Highlights: -Surviving Poverty & Abuse: Felly’s early life was filled with neglect, addiction, and violence. She learned to fight for survival long before she ever touched the streets. -The Streets Raised Her: As a teenager, she was taken under the wing of two Colombian brothers who ran her block — a move that introduced her to the life and its risks. -Juvenile Lockup & Love: After a sale to an undercover cop, Felly spent 18 months in juvenile detention, where she found structure and met the man who would later nearly end her life. -The Near-Fatal Betrayal: In a shocking turn, Felly’s boyfriend stabbed her 33 times, leaving her for dead. Against all odds, she survived the attack and began a long road to recovery. -From Survivor to Hustler Again: Homeless and broken, Felly found herself drawn into darker worlds — first the underground sex trade, then a high-stakes international drug operation she was unknowingly caught in. -The Federal Indictment: After being tricked into smuggling cocaine into the U.S., Felly went to trial, faced federal charges, and ultimately served 18 months in federal prison at Hazelton, Virginia. -Rebirth Through Pain: From trauma, violence, and incarceration, Felly emerged as a symbol of resilience — a woman who refused to be defined by her past. 💥 In This Episode: Felly From The Bronx opens up like never before — a female version of a 50 Cent story, told through pain, redemption, and the ultimate fight for survival. This is not just a story of crime. It’s a story of rebirth. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:03 Born In The Bronx: Childhood of Trauma 24:25 Hustling On The Streets of The Bronx 40:18 18 Months In Juvenile Prison 50:09 Bonnie And Clyde 1:14:19 The Night Felly Got Stabbed 33 Times 1:40:02 Going Homeless & The Back Page Life 1:57:46 The Dominican Connection: Catching A Fed Case 2:07:45 Federal Prison: Hazelton West Virgnia2:19:41 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Kendra on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hustlequeen/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Kendra Geronimo, a woman whose story of survival and transformation is as harrowing as it is inspiring. At just sixteen years old, after being emancipated and working in nightclubs to survive, Kendra was deceived, abducted, and forced into a life she never chose. What began as a weekend trip to Miami with co-workers turned into a nightmare that would change her life forever. Drugged, threatened, and trapped by those she trusted, Kendra spent months in captivity before she made a daring escape and returned to Orlando to fight for her life and her freedom. Despite facing disbelief from law enforcement and enduring unimaginable trauma, Kendra refused to let her past define her. Her captor was eventually convicted and sentenced to prison—but Kendra’s real victory was reclaiming her power. Today, she’s the founder of Liberation Team, a nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and supporting victims of exploitation, and the owner of Avert ’Em, a self-defense and firearms training company that teaches women how to protect themselves. She also appeared on the hit reality series 60 Days In, where she brought her experience and strength to a national audience. Through raw honesty and fearless reflection, Kendra shares how she rebuilt her life from the ground up, turning trauma into triumph and pain into purpose. 🔹 Episode Highlights ⚠️ The Setup: How a supposed weekend trip turned into a terrifying abduction. 🧠 The Ordeal: Her psychological and physical fight to survive captivity. 💥 The Escape: The moment she decided to risk everything for freedom. 💔 System Failure: How the justice system ignored her cries for help. 🌅 The Rebirth: Building Liberation Team and Avert ’Em to help others. 🎥 National Spotlight: Kendra’s journey to 60 Days In and advocacy on a public stage. Kendra Geronimo’s story is one of resilience, redemption, and empowerment—a reminder that even in the darkest situations, strength and purpose can emerge. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in true survival stories, criminal justice reform, and the fight to protect vulnerable women and children. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:20 Military Brat 9:17 Emancipated at 16 24:04 Working At A Strip Club At 16 33:12 Getting Abducted 43:01 Life As A Trafficking Victim 57:20 How She Escaped 1:08:34 Life After Surviving  1:21:38 60 Days In 1:29:42 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Redd Bull on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/therealbostonreddbull/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Andrew “Red Bull” Levinson, the man behind one of the wildest business empires and federal cases you’ve probably never heard of. In the early 2000s, Levinson became the exclusive Red Bull vending machine distributor, turning an idea into a multimillion-dollar empire that caught the attention of the biggest names in business — including the CEO of Red Bull himself. From his early days growing up in Boston, to launching a successful international calling card company in the 90s, and later creating chocolate vending machines that made him a fortune, Red Bull was always chasing the next big business play. His patented energy drink vending system could dispense any can — regardless of size or shape — and it revolutionized the vending industry. But just when everything seemed unstoppable, Red Bull the company pulled the plug on the deal, creating chaos among distributors and leading to a $140 million federal indictment that shook the business world. What followed was one of the most dramatic white-collar trials of the decade — a saga of innovation, betrayal, and consequences. Episode Highlights 🏙 Growing up in Boston and entering the “Biz Op” world of the 1990s. 💳 Building a global calling card company from scratch. 🍫 The rise of his vending machine chocolate business. ⚡ How he invented a patented energy drink vending machine that changed the industry. 🥤 The exclusive Red Bull vending deal that made him millions. 💥 When corporate betrayal led to an FBI investigation and $140M indictment. ⚖️ The trial of the decade and his 17-year federal prison sentence. From business genius to federal defendant, Andrew “Red Bull” Levinson’s story is a modern-day rise-and-fall that exposes the dark intersection between entrepreneurship, corporate power, and the justice system. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:45 The Truth About The Federal System 16:01 Boston 25:45 America Connect  39:20 The Sticker Club Machine 43:45 The Hershey Dispenser 56:12 Creative Concepts of America: The Big Time  1:02:11 The Energy Drink Business 1:06:41 Enter RED BULL 1:21:17 Red Bull Creates CHAOS 1:27:08 The feds come in 1:33:44 They Take Everything, The Money, The Watches 1:42:38 The Trial of The Century Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Cloyd on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/manupministryinc/ https://www.manupministryinc.org/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, we sit down with Cloyd Holmes, a reformed fraudster whose life story is straight out of a true-crime film. Born and raised in New York City during the 1970s and 80s, Cloyd came up surrounded by hustlers, pimps, and street legends. He witnessed firsthand how the crack era transformed the city—turning neighborhoods into war zones and survival into a full-time job. After years in the streets and multiple near-death experiences, Cloyd left the street life behind, moved to Florida, and started over. But after being the victim of a random MS-13 drive-by shooting that nearly ended him and left him unable to work for a year, an old acquaintance introduced him to a booming “timeshare business.” Within his first week, Cloyd made over $40,000, not realizing the operation was at the center of a massive $11 million fraud scheme. When federal agents eventually came knocking, Cloyd refused to cooperate—earning him a 15-year federal prison sentence. He shares what life was like inside the medium-security facility, from the gang politics to the chaos that ruled the yard, and how a powerful spiritual awakening ultimately changed his life forever. Episode Highlights 🗽 Growing up in 1970s–80s New York City at the height of the crack era. 🔫 Surviving a random MS-13 drive-by shooting that nearly ended his life. 💰 The inside story of an $11 million timeshare scam that made national headlines. ⚖️ Facing a 15-year federal sentence after refusing to cooperate with prosecutors. 🔥 Life inside the federal prison system—violence, politics, and survival. 🙏 The moment that sparked his transformation and led to the creation of Man Up Ministry Inc. Cloyd’s story is a powerful look at temptation, consequence, and redemption—a man who built an empire on deception, lost everything, and found a higher purpose behind prison walls. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:57 New York In The 70’s & 80’s 17:01 Leaving New York And Coming To Florida  23:50 The Drive By  33:15 Matt: The Man Who Started The Million Dollar Scam 42:01 The $40,000 A Week Time Share Scam  47:01 Matt’s Gone! 51:15 Starting His Own Operation After The Feds Come In 1:00:48 The Fake Indictment 1:09:40 Prison Politics: The Medium 1:15:25 Oakdale Federal Prison: Man Up Ministry Inc. Is Born 1:24:44 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Frank Parisi on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/frankparisi2011/ This week on the Honor Among Thieves Podcast, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Frank Parisi, a man whose life journey reads like a crime epic — from growing up in New York’s Little Italy surrounded by the mob, to building his own street crew, falling deep into addiction, and ultimately finding redemption after surviving both the underworld and a near fatal experience. Episode Highlights: 🗽 New York Roots & Mafia Legacy – Frank’s father was an associate of Cosa Nostra and a major Mary Jane trafficker, moving hundreds of pounds through New York each month. Growing up, Frank witnessed firsthand how made men controlled neighborhoods and enforced their rules with brutal consequences for breaking them. ⚔️ Life in the Streets – Raised in a home filled with criminals and addicts, Frank became an out of control addict himself, putting together a crew that hustled, sold drugs, and did whatever it took to make money. ⚖️ Saved by Love – During his wildest years, his girlfriend (now wife), a lawyer, repeatedly helped him avoid serious prison time by pulling him out of dangerous situations in court. 💉 Addiction & Sobriety – Frank opens up about his battles with drugs, how he got sober twice, and the brutal cycle of addiction in a aggressive environment. ❤️ Near-Fatal Experience – Despite being young, strong, and fit, Frank was forced into open-heart transplant surgery in his mid-30s. On the operating table, his heart stopped — and he was brought back to life. 🔄 Reinvention & Resilience – Frank’s story doesn’t end with survival; it’s about rebuilding, embracing sobriety, and transforming chaos into purpose. Frank’s journey is about more than true crime — it’s about survival, redemption, and transformation. From mafia ties and brutal streets to courtroom drama, addiction recovery, and even life after death, his story proves that no matter how far gone you think you are, there’s always a way back. 👉 If you’re into true crime, mob history, addiction recovery, or powerful redemption stories, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:15 Brooklyn In 1980’s 13:19 Starting To Walk The Wrong Path 21:30 Frank’s Father 31:30 Full Blown Street Life 41:39 Returning To New York On A Path of Destruction 51:11 Getting Sober And Changing His Life 57:17 Dying And Coming Back to Life 1:12:01 The Heart Transplant  1:30:59 Redemption  Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have a great story?! Apply to be a guest here! https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ John "Poet" Thornton on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/johnpoetthornton/ Buy Brandon Ward's Book https://a.co/d/8FolMvK In this explosive Part 2 of his story, John “Poet” Thornton, known as Tampa’s Tony Montana, returns to the Honor Among Thieves Podcast to continue his unbelievable journey from underworld boss to time inside the Florida prison system. Episode Highlights: 🌎 The Rise & The Network – Revisiting how Poet built a vast multi-state distribution pipeline stretching from Tampa to Louisiana, operating at a scale few could imagine. 🕵️ Power & Influence – How he managed local authorities and used his reach to move in elite circles, even supplying well-known public figures, including tech mogul John McAfee. 🔥 The Breaking Point – The betrayal that led to one of the darkest moments of his life, sending him fleeing across the border and ultimately getting caught while trying to return home. ⛓️ Life Behind the Walls – Poet recounts his dramatic sentencing, the emotional day he last saw his grandfather, and the decade he spent inside Florida State facilities where his reputation preceded him everywhere. ⚖️ Inside Prison Power – An unfiltered look at how alliances shaped life inside, including the influence of the Mexican Mafia and other prison gangs, and the unlikely respect Poet earned from leaders of opposing groups due to his reputation and loyalty. 🌟 From Infamy to Friendship – After his release, Poet formed an unlikely bond with his idol, George Jung (the inspiration for Blow starring Johnny Depp). Their friendship evolved into a mentor–mentee relationship, with Poet by George’s side during the final chapter of his life. If you’re fascinated by true crime stories, prison culture, underworld history, and redemption arcs, this conversation delivers it all: betrayal, loyalty, survival, and the pursuit of legacy. Poet’s story is raw, larger than life, and filled with lessons you won’t hear anywhere else. Need Help With A Federal Case? Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips on Honor Among Thieves👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:15 The Corrupt Cop and John McAfee 8:08 Signing For Life In Prison 16:21 Getting To Prison 24:40 The Gang Hierarchy At Liberty CI 37:45 Stories From Liberty CI 45:15 Quincy: The Next Prison 53:35 Avon Park: The Sweet Camp 1:12:01 Poet’s Run In With The Feds 1:23:04 Life After Prison 1:40:25 George Jung 1:52:35 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Jeremy Grove on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jerrydavid789/ Buy Jeremy's Book "Legalized" https://www.jeremygrovewrites.com/ https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/ In this episode of the Honor Among Thieves Podcast, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. interviews Jeremy Grove, author of the prison-written novel Legalized and a leading cannabis activist fighting for justice for those still incarcerated on Cannabis charges. Jeremy’s story begins in South Carolina, where he first started selling dime bags of Cannabis out of a local restaurant. That small hustle escalated into a sophisticated smuggling operation, moving 80 pounds of cannabis a month from California to South Carolina. Using an elaborate scheme to hide Cannabis inside mattresses shipped across the country, Jeremy and his partners pulled in hundreds of thousands of dollars during their run. But after nearly a year of success, the inevitable happened—federal agents kicked in his door. Charged with trafficking 100 kilograms or more of Cannabis, Jeremy was sentenced to a 5-year federal mandatory minimum. Episode Highlights: 🌿 From Small Hustles to Big Operations – How Jeremy went from selling dime bags to masterminding an interstate cannabis pipeline. 📦 The Mattress Smuggling Scheme – The creative method he used to move 80 pounds of Cannabis monthly across state lines. 🚨 The Feds Close In – The bust that ended his empire and led to federal prison time. ⛓️ Prison & the Writing of Legalized – How Jeremy turned incarceration into inspiration, penning his first novel behind bars. 🎤 Cannabis Activism Today – Why Jeremy speaks out against the injustice of people still serving long federal sentences for Cannabis, even as legalization spreads across the U.S. 👉 If you’re interested in true crime stories, cannabis legalization, federal prison experiences, and the fight for justice in the War on Drugs, this episode delivers a raw, unfiltered look at one man’s journey from trafficker to activist author. Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Mention You Heard On Honor Among Thieves Podcast https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:45 The State of Bud In America 7:40 Heroin, Crack, Opiates and Fentanyl 16:45 Cannabis: The Medicine 20:51 The Beginnings of Bud 28:03 The Opiates Take Over 38:49 Getting Off Opiates And Finding Bud Again 42:51 Becoming The Weed plug 48:50 The California Connection  55:09 Shipping Mattresses Full of Weed 1:05:10 How The Feds Caught On To Jeremy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Damon Thrash on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mrhustlesmarter/ https://inctoinc.org/ In this week’s episode of the Honor Among Thieves Podcast, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Damon Thrash, a man whose story embodies both the rise and fall of the American drug trade. Damon began hustling at just 14 years old in Pensacola, Florida, at the dawn of the crack epidemic. What started with flipping a stolen batch of raw crack into $1,600 quickly spiraled into a life defined by money, power, and danger. Episode Highlights: 🔥 The Crack Era Hustle – How Damon learned the game as a teenager, dodging rivals and police while building his first operation. 💰 The Cocaine Connection – Meeting the right plug turned him into the cocaine supplier for the entire Southeast U.S., building an 8-figure empire and amassing millions. 🚨 Living Large, Drawing Heat – The DEA began circling as Damon and his crew flaunted wealth after years of staying under the radar. ⚖️ Trials & Sentencing – Beating one Florida case in court but losing another, Damon was sentenced to 20 years in Florida State Prison, serving 17 years behind bars. 🔑 Redemption & Mentorship – Today, Damon is the founder of Inc to Inc. (Incarcerated to Incorporated), where he mentors ex-drug dealers on how to apply their street smarts to build legitimate businesses. 👉 This episode delivers raw stories of the crack era, cocaine trafficking, DEA investigations, and prison survival—but also shows how transformation and redemption are possible. If you’re into true crime, prison stories, and the rise and fall of drug kingpins, this conversation is one you won’t forget. Need help with your federal case? Mention you heard about Federal Prison Tips on Honor Among Thieves Podcast👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code "MONTANA" https://gusvillajewelry.com/ 0:00 Intro 2:43 Small Town Big Hustle 11:04 The Crack Era 22:08 Getting Into The Game 30:52 Selling Crack For The First Time: Turning $60 into $1500 43:00 Finding The Plug 47:01 The Jamaican Robbery 1:02:10 Dame The Master Cook 1:07:00 The Drought Is Over 1:21:20 96’ Liquid $500,000 and $600,000 in Keys 1:25:20 Cutting Out The Middle Man: The Panamanian Plug 1:35:01 The Frank Lucas Mink Coat 1:42:15 The Fed Stings Start 1:50:45 Beginning of The End 2:00:17 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Rosario on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bread_and_bullets/ "Bread And Bullets" on Amazon https://a.co/d/iBxpybW In this riveting installment of Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Rosario Liotta, who shares the high-stakes reality of growing up in the shadow of organized crime and ultimately facing a 15-year federal prison sentence for manslaughter. Episode Highlights: -Family Ties to Organized Crime Rosario opens up about his father, Jimmy “Mambo” Liotta, an associate of the Lucchese crime family, and how exposure to “made guys” in New York shaped his childhood and worldview. -Web of Crime and Loyalty He recounts tales from the underground—stories of loyalty, betrayal, and what happens when criminal codes collide. -Crime and Reckoning Rosario delves into the tragic incident leading to his manslaughter conviction—an event tied to the same made guy responsible for the hit on Gus Boulas, the founder of Miami Subs. Though this key name remains undisclosed, the conflict reveals the brutal code of street justice. -Life Behind Bars Sentenced to 15 years, Rosario paints a vivid picture of survival: from the emotional toll of prison to the slow grind toward reflection and redemption. -A Story of Reflection and Redemption More than just recounting his crime, Rosario reflects on life choices, consequences, and what it takes to find a path forward after incarceration. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips on Honor Among Thieves https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:45 Brooklyn 10:59 The Bread Business 17:01 Crazy Crime Stories 31:05 The Funny Cocaine Stories 52:15 Coming To Florida 1:04:40 The Story Behind The Crime 1:19:09 Losing The Trial  1:30:07 Florida State Prison 1:46:01 Getting Out From Prison 2:02:30 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices