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In episode #53, Barry-John spoke to former DEA agent, Robert Mazur who was part of the most successful undercover operation in the Drug Enforcement Administration's history when they infiltrated the deadliest drug cartel on the planet, The Medellin Cartel, which was spearheaded by Pablo Escobar.Robert's career was immortalised firstly in his best selling book which was then made into a movie of the same name, The Infiltrator which Hollywood A-lister Bryan Cranston starred as Robert.In this fascinating podcast Robert speaks openly about his time spent as an undercover agent and the very real dangers that this presented. Robert also provides some very honest answers on his relationships with cartel members and how this affected him when bringing them to justice.Another topic covered is the dynamic of the drug trade today and relationships between the cartels in Colombia and Mexico as well as the street gangs in the US.Check out Robert's website here: https://www.robertmazur.com/Some very interesting reads by Robert: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/speak-truth-narco-state-robert-mazur/?published=tBarry-John's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In this episode Barry-John talks to convicted drug dealer turned author Niko Vorobyov about how got into dealing drugs which resulted in him getting stabbed. Niko then talks about how he ended up in prison after getting caught with MDMA and cocaine for supply in London, England. All of this lead to Niko writing the fantastic book, Dope World.In this thought provoking podcast Niko reminisces on the first time that he took drugs while Barry-John discusses his first experience with magic mushrooms which had hilarious consequences.Another topic on the menu is the ongoing debate regarding the legalisation of drugs the pros and cons are thrashed out? Having illegal drugs leads to people being made criminals and Barry-John and Niko discuss whether this contributes to the racial unrest that the world has experienced in 2020.Niko tells the story of how he travelled to the Sinaloa Province in Mexico and stayed in El Chapo Guzman's brothers house.Find Niko Vorobyov on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nikolaivoro...​Buy Dope World here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dopeworld-Ad...​Find Barry-John on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshame...​Talk of Shame Website here: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In episode #51 Barry-John speak's to Ed Calderon who spent over a decade working in the field of counter narcotics, organised crime investigation and public safety on the vicious blood stained and cartel infested streets of Mexico.Ed is a security expert who has shared his expertise with law enforcement groups throughout the world including the FBI, the US Marshals as well as military units such as the US Navy Seals, Indonesian Kapaska, Mexican GAFE and intelligence and special forces groups throughout the world.In this podcast Ed talks about the state of politics and and criminality in Mexico as well as China's potential involvement in a state sponsored drug program involving the Triads, the Chinese Government, the Mexican government and the Mexican cartels to import fentanyl and methamphetamine to the Mexico with a final destination on the US streets.The topics of drug legalisation is also discussed as well as the relationships that have forged over the years between the Colombian Cartels and the Mexican Cartels.This is a podcast not to be missed.Find Ed Calderon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edsmanifesto_/Ed Calderon's website: https://www.edsmanifesto.com/Find Barry-John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In this episode of Talk of Shame Podcast Barry-John speaks to Porn Star and former Bunny Ranch sex worker Britney Amber.Britney discusses how she found herself working in the sex industry after being married young. She then transitioned into the adult film industry where she has thrived.In this very open podcast Britney talks about her dating struggles as a porn star as well as some of the most embarrassing and cringeworthy things that she's come across in the industry.Ever wanted to ask a porn star anything? Well it's probably covered in this podcast.Find Britney Amber on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlybritneyamber/Find Britney Amber on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Britney_Amber?s=20Find Barry-John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame Podcast Website: http://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In this really fun and open podcast, Barry-John speaks to former 2 x Heisman Trophy winner and Miami Dolphins legend Ricky Williams.Ricky talks about what he has learned from going from being one of the best college footballers of all time to being drafted in the NFL. He also talks in depth about his multiple suspensions for marijuana and that time he disappeared off the face of the planet when even those closes to him doubted his sanity.Another topic that Ricky and Barry-John discussed was the crazy year that was 2020 and the George Floyd murder and Black Lives Matter movement. Ricky speaks openly about the racism that he has personally encountered living in the United States as well as the hopes that he has for future American society.Another topic in this action packed podcast was CTE brain injury and some of the things that Ricky has witnessed from playing in the NFL.Ricky Williams has just released his brand new podcast called 'Curious Questions' which can be found below: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/welcome-to-curious-questions/id1550722014?i=1000506590695Ricky William's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/williams/Barry-John's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In episode #48, Barry-John speaks to the highly regarded Animal Rights activist and founder of https://weanimalsmedia.org/, from Canada called Jo-Anne McArthur about the needless suffering and cruelty that animals endure throughout the world at the hands of humans whether it be in the name of research, food or clothing.Jo-Anne McArthur travels the world and she powerfully documents this needless suffering and animal abuse to raise awareness.She talks to me about some stories that she has encountered on her journey as well as bonds that she has built along the way. With the nature of Jo-Anne's work she has been exposed to some incredible hurt and pain and she opens up about the personal emotional impact that this has had in her life as she suffers with PTSD.Check out We Animal's website: https://weanimalsmedia.org/Check out We Animal's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weanimals/Buy the incredible book called Hidden: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hidden-Animals-Anthropocene-Jo-Anne-McArthur/dp/1590566386Check out Barry-John's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Check out Talk of Shame Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In episode #47 of Talk of Shame Podcast, Barry-John spoke to a remarkably brave and inspirational woman called Lynsey Bennett.Lynsey (32) has been failed by the Irish health system. She is a mother of two young daughters who are her world. She had multiple smear tests which were misread and this denied her an early diagnosis and a better chance of survival. This has resulted in Lynsey being diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer with a short life expectancy.This is Lynsey's story.Follow Lynsey on Instagram here: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/Follow Barry-John on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In this weeks episode Barry-John spoke to work world renowned MILF Porn Star Alexis Fawx about all things in the adult entertainment industry.Covid-19 has had a massive impact on the world and the porn industry is no different and Alexis talks about the challenges and opportunities that have presented themselves due to Covid-19.Alexis talks about how her early career in the military lead her to a lucrative career in the adult film industry and how she loves her job. Alexis Fawx is not just a pretty face and also speaks about how she has used her platform to nurture her entrepreneurial skills to launch her own coffee company https://highafcoffee.com/ as well as her own podcast.Another topic covered was #MeToo the movement and Alexis's experience in the porn industry.Check out Alexis Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/alexisfawxlive/Check out Barry-John's Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/

In the first episode of 2021, Barry-John speaks with one of the world's top criminologists, Christopher Berry-Dee. Christopher specialises in serial homicide and has corresponded with and sat face to face with some of the most evil serial killers to have walked the planet.Christopher tell us what it is like to interview evil and the psychological warfare that takes place when speaking to these monsters when the stakes can be as high as solving a cold case and providing a family with much sought after closure they have been craving.In this open discussion, we discuss monsters like Ted Bundy, Arthur Shawcross, John Wayne Gacy, Henry Lee Lucas and other predatory serial killers and what makes them tick.This podcast is not for the faint at heart and listener discretion is advised.Check out Christopher's website here: https://www.christopherberrydee.com/Check out Talk of Shame website here: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/Find Barry-John on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/

In this latest episode of Talk of Shame Podcast, Barry-John speaks to the brilliant English / American author Toby Muse about his brand new book 'Kilo'.Kilo is a book that gives the reader an insight like no other to the REAL world of the cocaine trade and covers every step of the ladder in detailed real life stories.Barry-John & Toby have a fascinating discussion about the roots of the narcotics trade in Colombia and who the main players are today as well as the fundamental difference between the cartels in the 80's to todays cartels.The podcast covers several graphic and disturbing stories about the greed, brutality and violence that comes with cocaine.You can find Toby Muse here: https://www.instagram.com/tobysmuse/You can buy Toby's book, Kilo here: https://www.omahonys.ie/kilo-life-and-death-inside-the-secret-world-of-the-cocaine-cartels-p-10462497.htmlYou can find Barry-John here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame Website here: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In episode #43 of Talk of Shame Podcast, Barry-John speaks with WWE legend and Hall of Famer, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts about his abusive and troublesome upbringing and some of his most famous moments in wrestling.Jake opens up about how he was sexually abused by his mother and finding out later in life that his father was sexually abused by his father. The wrestling legend's life has been littered with tragedy, abuse and struggle in one way pr another and Jake also speaks about his late sisters suspected kidnapping and murder.All of these tragic life events led Jake to a road of substance abuse where alcohol, pills and crack cocaine were his drugs of choice.In a remarkable life turn around, Jake has gotten himself totally clean with the help of his friend Diamond Dallas Page. Unfortunately Jake had to cut the interview short due to him experiencing breathing difficulties. We wish Jake a speedy recovery and hope that he is back to full health soon.Find Jake 'The Snake' Roberts on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jakethesnakeddt/Find Barry-John on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame Website here:https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In episode #42, Barry-John speaks with former FBI agent and child abduction specialist Jeffrey Rinek about his illustrious career in law enforcement. Jeffrey talks about the rewarding parts of the job but also how the job takes an emotional toll on its agents, so much so that Jeffrey actually has attempted suicide twice.Jeffrey also speaks about obtaining the confession from the Yosemite Serial Killer, Cary Steynar.I would highly recommend reading Jeffrey's book 'In The Name Of The Children: An FBI Agent's Relentless Pursuit of the Nation's Worst Predators'.The book can be purchased here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Name-Children-Relentless-Pursuit-Predators/dp/1944648984Learn more about Jeffrey here: https://fbiretired.com/agent/rinek-jeffrey/Follow Barry-John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/

This week Barry-John speaks to combat sports royalty in Renzo Gracie about growing up fighting for his families honour both on the streets and in the ring / cage in Brazil & internationally.Renzo also talks about the upcoming UFC 254 main event between Khabib Nurmagomedov -vs- Justin Gaethje where he picks his winner. The MMA pioneer also discusses Conor McGregor -vs- Dustin Poirier 2 which takes place in January as well as Conor McGregor's rapid rise to fame and some of the troubles that he has faced along the way.Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Facebook: TalkofShamePod

In this episode Barry-John speaks with reformed Neo Nazi Bryon Widner about his time in the extremely violent white supremacist underworld where he committed some disturbingly violent crimes including slicing off a homeless Native American mans ear in order to earn his stripes.Bryon accumulated racist & Nazi tattoos which covered his face and neck as a badge of honour to his fellow gang members and a warning to his enemies.Bryon would come to question the racist ideology that his group boasted and decided to move on with his life. Unfortunately in the world that he was entrenched the only 2 ways to leave were to go to prison or in a coffin so leaving the group made him a marked man.Leaving the group brought violence to his front door and his life was threatened on numerous occasions. Eventually Bryon helped the FBI to obtain convictions against his former gang members. This has made Bryon a marked man for the rest of his life.Bryon also talks about the excruciatingly painful 2 year process of removing all of the racist tattoo so that he could move on with his life as well as his deep regrets about the life that he has left behind.Talk of Shame Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/Barry-John's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks to WWE Hall of Famer, Diamond Dallas Page about his wrestling career, DDP Yoga and the good, the bad and the ugly of the wrestling industry.DDP talk about helping his close friends Jake 'The Snake' Roberts and Scott Hall (Razor Ramon) to overcome their physical and addiction issues with his amazing DDP Yoga which ultimately led both men to sobriety and physical improvements that have to be seen to be believed.Barry-John also asks DDP about so many wrestlers dying way before their times, brain injuries and the tragic murder suicide of WWE wrestler Chris Benoit.Check out DDP Yoga here: https://ddpyoga.com/DDP Insta: https://www.instagram.com/diamonddallaspage/Talk of Shame Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/Barry-John Insta: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/

In this special episode Barry-John is joined by British TV presenter & adventurer Charley Boorman who speaks about his brand new series with Ewan McGregor 'The Long Way Up' which has just been released on Apple TV.In The Long Way Up Charley and Ewan travel from the southernmost tip of Argentina, Tierra Del Fuego, all the way up through South America and on in to Central America and finishing up in Los Angeles. That's over 13,000 miles! Oh and wait.... did I mention that they did all of this on electric Harley Davidsons.Charley also talks about growing up in Wicklow, Ireland where he discovered his love for motorcycles!Find Charley on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/charleyboorman/See Charley's website here: http://www.charleyboorman.com/Find Barry-John on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In this tragic but captivating episode Barry-John speaks with Huwe Burton from the Bronx in New York.On January 3rd, 1989 when Huwe was just 16 years of age, he came home from school to find that his mother had been brutally murdered. After calling the police Huwe was catapulted from being a grieving son to being the prime suspect.He was then sentenced to 15 years to life in prison for which he served 20 years. Huwe was completely innocent of the crime.During this fascinating conversation Huwe discusses the despicable techniques used by the interrogating officers to coerce a confession out of him as well as serving time with hardened career criminals, murderers and rapists while trying to maintain his sanity in the knowledge that he was an innocent man.Huwe never gave up and always maintained his innocence but struggled to get people to believe him with the exception of his beloved father who offered unwavering support for his son throughout his battle for justice. Huwe kept campaigning and writing to organisations protesting his innocence and finally the innocence project offered him a new lease of life by believing in him. In 2009 Huwe was released on parole and alongside The Innocence Project kept campaigning to be exonerated which he eventually was in January 2019. Find more information on The Innocence Project here: https://www.innocenceproject.org/Find Barry-John on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In episode #36 of Talk of Shame Podcast Barry-John speaks to Australian sex positive writer and journalist Nadia Bokody about all things sex.Nadia dispels the myth that women don't have the same sex drive as men while also tackling the problem of slut shaming women in society.During this hour long discussion Nadia and Barry-John discuss casual sex, overcoming stigmas and stereotypes and empowering men and particularly women in bed.Also covered in this episode is sex addiction, sex toys and early sex education.Find Nadia Bokody on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/nadiabokody/Nadia's website: https://www.nadiabokody.com/Find Barry-John on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Talk of Shame website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In part 2 of this podcast Barry-John speaks with international Drug Trafficker Pieter Tritton about how he escalated from being a small time student dealer to becoming an international drugs trafficker.Pieter found himself dealing in huge amounts of cocaine while rubbing shoulders with some of the UK's most feared and respected criminals before traveling to South America where he was doing business with some of South America's most deadly traffickers.|This eventually lead to Pieter's arrest and with him being imprisoned to over 10 years imprisonment where he spent time in the notorious Ecuadorian prison nicknamed El Infierno or Hell.While in this South American hell hole prison Pieter witnessed some of the most violent and brutal murders imaginable.This is his story....If you enjoy this content please make sure you SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen to your podcasts.Buy Pieter's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/El-Infierno-Ecuadors-toughest-prisons/dp/1785035614Follow Barry-John on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In part 1 of this podcast Barry-John speaks with international Drug Trafficker Pieter Tritton about how he escalated from being a small time student dealer to becoming an international drugs trafficker.Pieter found himself dealing in huge amounts of cocaine while rubbing shoulders with some of the UK's most feared and respected criminals before traveling to South America where he was doing business with some of South America's most deadly traffickers.|This eventually lead to Pieter's arrest and with him being imprisoned to over 10 years imprisonment where he spent time in the notorious Ecuadorian prison nicknamed El Infierno or Hell.While in this South American hell hole prison Pieter witnessed some of the most violent and brutal murders imaginable.This is his story....If you enjoy this content please make sure you SUBSCRIBE wherever you listen to your podcasts.Buy Pieter's book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/El-Infierno-Ecuadors-toughest-prisons/dp/1785035614Follow Barry-John on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks with the beautiful US Porn Star Silvia Saige.This interview is definitely NOT for the prudish and discusses the porn industry in depth with everything from STD's, sexual assault and being negatively stereotyped due to her chosen profession. Nothing is off the table.Silvia speaks about how she transitioned in to the porn industry at the age of 28 after having a career in the medical world.Silvia also spoke about male porn actor Ron Jeremy who is currently on trial for rape and sexual assault and her experiences with him as well as some younger actresses taking the wrong path and getting heavily involved with drugs.We also get to hear how her friends and family react when she told them that she does porn for a living.Find Silvia Saige on Insta : thesilviasaigeFind Barry-John on Insta: TalkofShamePodWebsite: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/

In this weeks episode which is being released on the day of the sentencing, Barry-John speaks to American Cold Case Investigator Paul Holes about catching the Golden State Serial Killer, James Joseph DeAngelo.James DeAngelo was responsible for at least 13 murders and over 50 rapes in California between 1973 to 1986. His victims ranged in age from 12 - 41.This was a cold case which looked like it would never be solved until Paul Holes used ground breaking techniques.This sadistic serial killer took pleasure in terrorising his victims and was extremely brazen and moved around the whole state of California committing the most abhorrent crimes.Find Paul Holes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul.holes/Website: http://themurdersquad.com/Find Barry-John on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/Website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE

In this weeks episode of Talk of Shame Podcast, Barry-John speaks to VICE's War Correspondent Ben Anderson. Ben has spent time on the ground in some of the most violent and troubled regions on the planet such as Afghanistan, Iraq and Syria to name a few.For most of us occupational hazards in the workplace include slipping on wet floor or pricking our finger on a thumbtack. For Ben Anderson the stakes are so much higher. There is an ever present threat of being shot or kidnapped and beheaded by some of the most depraved terrorist groups in the world such as ISIS and Al Qaeda.In this episode you will hear an honest account of what it is like to be on the ground in a war zone with bullets flying inches over your head. You will also hear of the frustrations that the US and British forces face with local forces in Afghanistan where they child sex abuse and rampant drug abuse isn't uncommon.For more from Ben please check out VICE's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_yOI_WVGdYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1JNuFPiTbsBen's Twitter: https://twitter.com/benjohnanderson?s=20Ben's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/benjohnanderson/Talk of Shame website: https://www.talkofshamepodcast.com/Barry-John's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/talkofshamepod/

In the second half of the fascinating podcast with the former drug lord, Barry-John talk speaks to Jorge in depth about Pablo Escobar, Griselda Blanco, El Chapo Guzman.They also speak about the relationships between organised crime groups in the US such as the Italian Mafia and the likes of the Colombian and Mexican drug cartels.Another topic is the shift in power in the narcotics trade between the Colombian and Mexican drug cartels and how these groups interact with each other today.Barry-John's Insta: TalkofShamepodwww.talkofshamepodcast.comOfficial Website: https://www.jorgevaldesphd.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NARCOMINDSET/Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jorgevaldesphdTwitter: https://twitter.com/jorgevaldesphdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorge-valdes-phdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jorgevaldesphd/Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/narcomindsetPodcast: https://www.narcominsetpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jorgevaldesphdBooks: http://amazon.com/author/jorgevaldesphdMerch….. Shirts: https://la-vodega-store.myshopify.com/collections/narco-mindsetShirts and more: https://teespring.com/stores/narco-mindsetShoes: https://www.aliveshoes.com/nm-8-8

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks to Jorge Valdes who is one of the founding members of the infamous Medellin Drugs Cartel. In part 1 of this 2 part podcast, Jorge Valdes talks about how he went to prison in the United States after a plane that he was a passenger of crashed in the jungles of Panama while carrying over 200kg of cocaine worth over $7,000,000 USD.Jorge was then severely tortured while in a Panama prison. After paying several bribes to officials and even paying off General Noriega himself, he was handed over to Interpol and extradited to the United States where he went on trial and was imprisoned.He also speaks about his relationship with one of the history's most feared and recognised drug lord's, Pablo Escobar as well as the female Colombian drug queen known as the Black Widow, Griselda Blanco and their propensity for extreme violence.The podcast also covers the recent Black Lives Matter movement and lots more. Part 2 to come:Follow Barry-John on Instagram & Twitter: TalkofShamePodWebsite: www.talkofshamepodcast.comOfficial Website: https://www.jorgevaldesphd.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NARCOMINDSET/Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jorgevaldesphdTwitter: https://twitter.com/jorgevaldesphdLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorge-valdes-phdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jorgevaldesphd/Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/narcomindsetPodcast: https://www.narcominsetpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/jorgevaldesphdBooks: http://amazon.com/author/jorgevaldesphdMerch….. Shirts: https://la-vodega-store.myshopify.com/collections/narco-mindsetShirts and more: https://teespring.com/stores/narco-mindsetShoes: https://www.aliveshoes.com/nm-8-8

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks to John Krause who has spent over 12 years of his life behind bars. John was just 4 years old when his father crashed his motorcycle with him riding alongside. Unfortunately his dad passes away but John survived. This unfortunate event had a profound impact on John and was one of the contributing factors to him turning to alcohol and drugs later in his life.Due to addiction issues John has served time in some of the most notorious prisons in the United States including San Quentin where he repeat offenders are thrown in beside seasoned criminals including murderers and rapists.After realising that his life was being wasted and that this wasn't who he was as a person, John turned to god and set his life in a more positive trajectory.Upon being released from prison, John struggled to find meaningful employment due to his criminal history but eventually found his passion. What started off as a hobbey eventually led to John's entrepreneurial skills kicking in and him opening up a coffee roasting company called 'Big House Beans'.John now looks to give back to the community and Big House Beans employing former inmates and addicts in the Bay Area of San Francisco.

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks to a British Narco Journalist and accomplished author called Ioan Grillo about how his career has brought him to Central America and face to face with some of the worlds most deadly and feared drug cartels.Ioan tells Barry-John how he has traveled in countries like Mexico, Colombia and Honduras and encountered mass murdering cartels such as the deadly Sinaloa Cartel, Los Zetas as well as deadly street gangs such as the feared MS13. He speaks about journalists being targeted by the cartels and tells of when he actually feared for his own life when being in the company of high ranking cartel members who have turned on him.The podcast also covers the corruption in Mexico, the international drugs trade, arms trafficking while also telling some truly frightening and heart breaking stories that Ioan has witnessed in his amazing career as a journalist in some of the world's most dangerous places.Find Ioan Grillo on Twitter @ioangrilloCheck out his books: El Narco & Gangster WarlordsFind Barry-John on Instagram: TalkofShamePodYoutube: Talk of Shame PodcastTwitter: @TalkofShamePod

On this weeks episode Barry-John speaks to Nicole Emma from Salt Lake City Utah.Nicole is a sex worker who is transitioning in to becoming a sex a relationship coach.Nicole speaks openly about how she had a dramatic career change going from working on Wall Street to sex work. In this very open podcast Nicole gives us an insight into the psyche of a sex worker by sharing that the job isn't all about sex but also catering to the emotional needs of her clients.She also talks about the struggles of her parents finding out and the arguments that it caused as well as having to tell her children.Find Nicole on Instagram @divinefemmefataleFind Barry-John on Instagram @TalkofShamePodWebsite: www.talkofshamepodcast.com

In this episode Barry-John talks to former Homeland Security & ICE agent Victor Avila.In 2011 agent Avila and his partner agent Zapata were sent on a mission to collect equipment in Mexico. As part of the mission they were ordered to travel on a treacherous road called Highway 57 which was known for carjackings, violence and sexual assaults.While on their way back to Mexico city the two agents came under attack from the incredibly violent and infamous drug cartel 'Los Zetas'.This is Victor's incredible and tragic story.Victor Avila also has a book coming out this year called 'Agent Under Fire' which is going to be an incredible book.Find Victor on Twitter @VicSurvivor11Find Barry-John on Twitter & Insta @TalkofShamePod

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks to Dr George Touliatos who is one of Europe's leading experts in Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT).Dr Touliatos talks about the side effects of testosterone deficiency including depression, fatigue, muscle loss, loss of sex drive and erectile dysfunction which can obviously mean a serious drop in your self confidence.He also talks about the benefits of taking testosterone and exactly who should explore this treatment as an option.If you found this episode interesting please check out Dr George Touliatos on instagram at Dr Testosterone and he also works for www.balancemyhormones.co.uk in Bristol.Barry-John's instagram: TalkofShamePod

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks with a former sex worker or prostitute called Miranda Kane. Miranda speaks openly about her life as a sex worker for over 10 years in London. It is a really honest interview that debunks many myths about sex work and talks about why she got in to sex work. She also gives the listeners a really interesting insight in to the problems with the laws surrounding sex work or prostitution. Miranda has had her own Ted Talk, performed at the Edinburgh festival and tells us why the journey from sex work to the stage has been a seamless transition in to the world of stand Find Miranda on Insta: mirikaneWebsite: https://www.mirandakane.co.ukBarry-John's insta: its_barryjohn

In episode #22 Barry-John chats with a former member of Americas most violent prison gang, The Aryan Brotherhood as he is joined by Thomas Engelmann.Thomas talks about how he went to prison for armed robbery and joined an extremely violent racist gang despite having no preexisting prejudices. Thomas describes having to commit an extreme act of violence to join the gang. He also speaks about having survived an extremely close shave with death when his former gang members tried to murder him. They failed in the murder attempt but succeeded in changing Thomas's life forever.Thomas has turned his back on the racist life that he once lived and works with www.lifeafterhate.org to help other people who have joined extremist groups and gangs.Find Barry-John on instagram: its_barryjohn

In episode #21 Barry-John speaks with Daryl Davis who is an African American man from the US who converts KKK and other white supremacist members to his way of thinking.Daryl talks about the first time that he encountered racism and the profound effect on his life as he embarked on a life long quest to challenge racism and racist groups and most notably the Ku Klux Klan.Daryl talks about how he has attended KKK rallies where he has encountered hate but also where he has made inroads and challenged peoples racist beliefs with astonishing success.Daryl has collected over 50 KKK robes from Klan members that have left the racist group. He is directly and/or indirectly involved in over 200 people defecting from the Ku Klux KlanFind Daryl Davis on instagram: realdaryldavisFind Barry-John on instagram: its_barryjohn

In this weeks episode Barry-John speaks to one of the most respected sex addiction therapists in the world.Paula talks about how sex can become an addiction just as destructive as alcohol or drugs.She speaks about how people use sex as an escape and when it becomes a compulsive problem that can become the only way that some people use to make themselves feel better.People can become addicted to porn, prostitutes or just sex in general.You can find Paula at www.thelaurelcentre.co.ukFind me on instagram: its_barry-john

In this weeks episode Barry-John talks to Crystal Oertle who is a recovering heroin addict from Ohio, USA.Crystal speaks very openly about her addiction to opiates which started with vicodin and escalated to oxycontin and eventually heroin.Crystal speaks about how she spiralled into a heroin addiction and what she did to feed her habit.Crystal also speaks about how she has turned her life around and is now celebrating 4 years sobriety as she helps people to turn their backs on addiction today.

Barry-John talks with Meredith Jacqueline also known as Meredith Actually in episode #18 of Talk of Shame.Meredith talks all things sex including fetishes, anal beads, cuckolding, cock size, dating, pegging someone and being an adult entertainer.Check out Meredith on INSTA: meredithactually Onlyfans.com/themeredithFind me on INSTA: its_barryjohn

In this episode Barry-John talks to instagram personality Jess The Prequel about all things sex.Jess is a self proclaimed cougar who loves sex! Jess considers herself pansexual and talks openly about the difference between fucking men and women.She also discusses BDSM, porn, cock size, water sports and ever using a speculum as a sex toy!!Barry-John and Jess also discuss sexually transmitted diseases as Barry-John shares a story about why he got kicked off a cruise ship on Christmas eve as well as his fetish for pregnant women!Find Jess & Barry-John on instagram:Barry-John : its_barryjohnJess: jesstheprequel

In this special episode of Talk of Shame, former opiate addict Jeremy who is more commonly known as Prison Daddy, joins the show from a federal prison in the US.Prison Daddy is serving a 6 year sentence for drug trafficking in the United States. In this super interesting episode he openly discusses his time in prison, missing his daughter and the crazy drug laws in the United States.Prison Daddy can be found on instagram.Find Barry-John on instagram : its_barryjohn

In this weeks episode Barry-John talks to up and coming Irish comedian Emman Idama.Emman talks about moving to Ireland from Nigeria and the culture shock of being the only black guy in Kildare!He also opens up about his comedy career and embarrassing dates and sex stories.You can find Emman on social media here: www.instagram.com/comedyema

In this special episode Barry-John talks about being very sick this week while traveling to London and having all of the symptoms of the coronavirus and the huge backlog and waiting list to get tested in Ireland as well as the prospect of self isolating for the next 2 weeks.Follow its_barryjohn on instagram

In this episode Barry-John talks to Meghan from Boston, USA about open relationships, threesomes, cuckolding and swinging.Megan is currently single and definitely very open minded when it comes to talking about sex and relationships which makes for a very interesting listen.Definitely for an adult audience and don't listen to this podcast if you're easily offended.

In this episode Emilia from Colorado, USA talks about how she was traveling through Thailand and got arrested for shoplifting.Initially Emilia was under the impression that she would get a small fine and a slap on the wrist but ended up getting sentenced to 6 months in a Thai prison.During her time in prison Emilia embarked on a journey of self discovery and now looks at it as a positive experience that helped her improve as a person.You can read more about it here in the HuffPost: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/thai-prison-shoplifting_n_5c51e314e4b0ca92c6dc9c81?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAABWeO44kbZObw3T6Oo5Nn0kDQ_-rOrmsUK9XfcCF0_6Bgec2YMWqFtlwioqHTfPxv1KC44LW9XjPtLG6za1ycnefz8P3GCKpnYH9pwIYlcZlfkezZp9UYUEo-3yZEoue0WdvBl-2vkScXoCRhhvwcUiJxhEYhBze8gwRAwhGXgAH

In this episode Barry-John speaks to the inspirational Jennifer Vaughan about contracting HIV which developed in to full blown AIDS.Jennifer talks about how her world was literally turned upside down after being told she had HIV and then AIDS. She is literally an inspirational woman who I admire for being so open and showing people that have contracted HIV or AIDS that there is light at the end of the tunnel.Find Jennifer on Youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7nqJb8dp_5awmBRCKUrTcw/about

In this very short 15 minute 'podfast' Barry-John discusses the tragic and untimely death of Caroline Flack. Too many people are losing their lives needlessly due to being 'trolled' online and it needs to stop. In this short podcast we discuss some measures that could be taken to eradicate online trolling once and for all.RIP Caroline Flack

In this episode Barry-John talks to Brittany Russo from Seattle who was a member of the Mormon church up until the age of 25. Brittany gives an interesting insight in to Mormon society and discusses her transition from the strict Mormon religion to a more mainstream society and the struggles that she faced along the way including in her sex life, struggles with her family's acceptance and losing friends along the way.

In this episode Barry-John talks to Justina who is a mens sex coach from New York ahead of her event which is taking place in Dublin in March. They talk about everything from erectile dysfunction to open relationships.Get tickets to Justina's Dublin event in March here: http://sexualmasterynyc.com

The Johnster & Megan from New York record a podcast on their Tinder date and talk about everything from dick pics, STD's, sex, height, penis size and dating.