Podcasts about drug kingpin

In Virginia, Brendan Banfield testifies at his double murder trial, and the jury returns a verdict. Former Olympian Ryan Wedding, who prosecutors say swapped his snowboard for the drug underworld, is now behind bars, facing multiple drug and murder charges. He says he's not guilty. Updates in the Luigi Mangione and the Gabby Petito cases. Plus, a digital expert shares tips on protecting yourself from catfishing scams. Nancy Guthrie Tipline: 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) Get resources on domestic violence: https://www.thehotline.org/ Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Virginia, Brendan Banfield testifies at his double murder trial, and the jury returns a verdict. Former Olympian Ryan Wedding, who prosecutors say swapped his snowboard for the drug underworld, is now behind bars, facing multiple drug and murder charges. He says he's not guilty. Updates in the Luigi Mangione and the Gabby Petito cases. Plus, a digital expert shares tips on protecting yourself from catfishing scams.Nancy Guthrie Tipline: 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324)Get resources on domestic violence: https://www.thehotline.org/Find out more about the cases covered each week here: www.datelinetruecrimeweekly.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A month ago we talked about the Olympic snowboarder turned international drug lord, Ryan Wedding. After a decade in hiding he turned himself in last Friday. But why? More on his life running a Mexican cartel, as well as what motivated his surrender. Feel free to DM me if you have a story you’d like me to cover . . On Facebook it’s Patty Steele and on Instagram Real Patty SteeleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Wedding, former Canadian Olympic snowboarder turned alleged drug lord, is pleading not guilty to U.S. federal charges of leading an international drug trafficking ring and orchestrating the murders of multiple people. Wedding had been on the run for more than a decade and was on the FBI's Top Ten Most Wanted list. But the sprawling criminal investigation crosses borders and legal experts are now questioning what lawful norms and treaties may be overridden in the race to prosecute Wedding and his associates in the U.S.Colin Freeze, crime and justice reporter for The Globe, talks about the manhunt for Wedding, the laws around extradition and why this case could turn into a test of Canada and Mexico's legal sovereignty.Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this episode, a former drug trafficker "Fernando" breaks down how crystal meth from Mexico's most violent region flooded small-town America — and how he lived at the center of it. Raised in a multi-generation trafficking family tied to Michoacán, Fernando reveals how meth labs in Mexico, tight-knit immigrant networks, and overlooked U.S. towns created one of the most devastating drug pipelines in modern history. From burying cash in the ground to moving hundreds of pounds before age 20, this is an unfiltered look at the business, culture, and consequences of the meth trade. Fernando discusses: -Why Michoacán became the epicenter of crystal meth -How cartel families expand into small U.S. towns -The economics of meth vs cocaine -Gambling, narco culture, and “front” businesses -How federal cases are quietly built for years -Life inside federal prison and the cost to family -Why leaving the game is harder than entering it This episode is raw, detailed, and brutally honest — a firsthand account of how an entire system operates in plain sight. This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: The Wellness Company! Visit twc.health/connect to get American Made Ivermectin. Order your 6-month supply today and use code CONNECT for $30 Off + FREE shipping. USA Residents only

After Dark with Hosts Rob & Andrew – A dramatic U.S. military operation ends the reign of Venezuela's narco kingpin Nicolas Maduro, as President Trump orders his arrest and extradition to New York. While Venezuelans celebrate worldwide, Democrats protest the move, igniting fierce debate over sovereignty, justice, and America's renewed crackdown on drug trafficking...

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start set the show00:05:00 NBA Cup recap00:16:00 Men's college basketball news and notes00:27:00 A'ja Wilson named TIME's Athlete of the Year00:39:00 Grandad signed to NFL roster (Philip Rivers)00:47:00 DeAngelo Williams01:14:00Former Olympian Turned Alleged Drug Kingpin wanted by FBIAustralians Under 16 Banned From Social Media

Johnny sits down with Pete Polis — a former Long Island baseball standout who went from MLB prospect… to becoming one of the largest dealers in Washington state history. Pete's story sounds like something ripped straight out of Breaking Bad. After a promising baseball career with stints in the Blue Jays and Yankees organizations, a series of self-sabotaging choices pushed him out of the sport he loved. Settling into small-town life in Washington, Pete lived straight — raising kids, running a furniture store, and even building a massive food bank that fed hundreds of thousands. Then one conversation in his garage changed everything. What started with OxyContin and fentanyl patches evolved into full-scale trafficking. Pete quickly found himself moving hundreds of pounds of meth and heroin weekly, working directly with suppliers tied to the Sinaloa cartel. He watched the early waves of America's fentanyl crisis from the inside — and unknowingly helped introduce the drug that would devastate the region. After a federal takedown and serious prison time, Pete is now fully legit, running sober-living homes and helping addicts rebuild their lives. This is a wild, emotional, and brutally honest look at how fast a normal life can turn criminal — and how redemption is still possible. Need help staying sober? Check out Pete's sober-living homes. https://www.seasonshousing.org/ This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: Mando! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code MITCHELL at https://shopmando.com ! #mandopod Ridge! Take advantage of Ridge's Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off by going to https://www.Ridge.com/CONNECT #ridgepod Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 Pete's Early Life & Baseball Dreams 07:45 Growing Up Around Crime & Sports 13:00 Minor League Baseball: Challenges and Setbacks 23:00 Early Baseball Problems & Canada 26:03 Start Smelling Good With MANDO 28:16 Fight, Ejection & Minor League Life 32:45 Success in Sales, Setbacks, and the Road to Tri Cities 44:30 Falling Into Drug Circles and New Temptations 46:57 Get Up To 47% OFF At Ridge 48:43 First Steps Into Opioid Dealing 55:50 Prescription Pills and Fentanyl Patches 01:03:00 Cartel Connections & Expanding Operations 01:11:00 The Furniture Store Double Life 01:20:00 Rising Paranoia and Deeper Into the Game 01:31:30 Fentanyl Changes Everything: Addiction and Fallout 01:40:50 Addiction, Violence, and the Law Closing In 01:47:30 Getting Caught: Law Enforcement and Sentencing 02:03:00 Withdrawal, Consequences, and Reflection 02:09:30 Building a New Life After Prison 02:13:50 Seasons Housing and Redemption 02:15:30 Conclusion and Bonus Content Announcement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

U.S. authorities have charged former Canadian Olympic snowboarder turned international drug kingpin Ryan Wedding with ordering the murder of a key witness set to testify against him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just sheer stupidity. Olympic Snowboarder turned alleged Drug Kingpin. Dems are protecting institution. Heritage Foundation board members resigns. Huh! That's the wrong Epstein. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just sheer stupidity. Olympic Snowboarder turned alleged Drug Kingpin. Dems are protecting institution. Heritage Foundation board members resigns. Huh! That's the wrong Epstein. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just sheer stupidity. Olympic Snowboarder turned alleged Drug Kingpin. Dems are protecting institution. Heritage Foundation board members resigns. Huh! That's the wrong Epstein. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just sheer stupidity. Olympic Snowboarder turned alleged Drug Kingpin. Dems are protecting institution. Heritage Foundation board members resigns. Huh! That's the wrong Epstein. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this powerful, deeply personal interview, Tanc walks us through a life shaped by gang culture, prison time, cartel connections, near-death situations, and ultimately—transformation. From his early days in the California state system to navigating the dangerous world of cross-border drug trafficking, he breaks down how major operations moved product from Peru and Mexico into the U.S., what it was like coordinating “jumps” across the border, why warehouses sat full of hundreds of untouched bricks, and the razor-thin line between survival and disaster. He also opens up about fatherhood changing his mindset, the struggle to find legitimate work after prison, facing racism while trying to re-enter society, and how community college became the unlikely start of a new path. This episode dives into: -His final state bid and what made him leave gang life behind -How he became involved with high-level cartel operators -The logistics behind massive cross-border drug shipments -The paranoia, betrayals, and close calls that come with the lifestyle -The moment he knew the feds were closing in -How education and family pulled him toward a different life Go Support Tanc! Protein Ice Cream: https://www.californiaiceprotein.com/ This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: BetterHelp! This month, don't wait to reach out. Whether you're checking in on a friend, or reaching out to a therapist yourself, Betterhelp makes it easier to take that first step. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at https://betterhelp.com/connect Mood! Head to https://mood.com to find the functional gummy that matches exactly what you're looking for, and let Mood help you discover YOUR perfect mood. And don't forget to use promo code CONNECT when you check out to save 20% on your first order. Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 Intro: Meet Tanc & Background 02:12 Growing Up in South Central LA 06:33 Early Crime, Robberies, and Bank Heists 13:35 Gang Life, Juvenile Time, and State Prison 25:29 Coming Home & Trying to Go Legit 27:15 Discovering the Hollywood Club Scene 29:59 Today's Sponsors 33:51 First Taste of Ecstasy—And Seeing $$ 36:40 Growing a Multi-Million Dollar Ecstasy Empire 45:47 Making Hollywood Connections & Living Large 53:23 Transitioning from Ecstasy to Cocaine 58:52 Meeting 'O' & Forming a Powerful Partnership 01:10:36 Into the Cartel World—International Drug Running 01:17:12 Cross-Border Operations & Stash Houses 01:31:15 Expanding to the East Coast: New York Hustle 01:41:11 Money Movement, Laundering & Risk 01:48:42 Scaling Up: Cartel-Level Distribution 02:00:06 The Fed Problem: Informants, Encounters & Risk 02:08:48 Busts, Betrayals & The Fall 02:19:12 Getting Pinched: Arrest, Indictments & Snitches 02:33:03 Concluding the Case & Lessons Learned 02:44:00 Life After Prison & Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over in Australia, former drug kingpin Tony Mokbel managed to avoid additional time in prison over a drug trafficking conviction. Mokbel, one of the key figures in Melbourne's gangland war, was sentenced to 30 years' jail after pleading guilty to serious drug-related offences in 2012. Australian correspondent Murray Olds says reports have surfaced accusing his lawyer of corruption, prompting an additional investigation. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From USC quarterback to drug kingpin to ice cream entrepreneur, Owen Hanson explains how criminal skills can translate to legitimate business success.Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1231What We Discuss with Owen Hanson:Early childhood trauma shaped Owen Hanson's path. Owen's parents divorced when he was eight, and his mother left with his sister. He didn't see her for nine months, leading to deep abandonment issues and a desperate need for his father's approval that influenced his later choices.Prison strips away fair-weather friends. When Owen went to federal prison, he lost nearly everyone. He could count his true friends on one hand (including his parents) — most people vanished out of fear or because they were only there for the party, not the person.Drug smuggling vs. ice cream logistics. Owen admits shipping frozen ice cream pallets is actually harder than smuggling cocaine because ice cream must stay frozen 24/7. When his first shipment arrived in New York unmelted, he felt the same rush he once got from drug deals.Business skills transfer directly. Owen discovered the same entrepreneurial principles that made him successful in illegal operations — logistics, networking, risk management — apply perfectly to legitimate business, just with different (and legal) products.Redemption lives in applied skills. Owen channeled his hustler instincts into creating a high-protein ice cream business he developed in prison. By redirecting his entrepreneurial energy toward something positive, he proves that skillsets aren't inherently good or bad — it's how you deploy them that matters.And much more...And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors:Momentous: 20% off first order: livemomentous.com, code JORDAN20Kindred: Free signup + 5 nights travel credit: livekindred.com, code JORDANPaka: Paka hoodie & crew socks: go.pakaapparel.com/jordanShopify: 3 months @ $1/month (select plans): shopify.com/jordanSignos: $10 off select programs: signos.com, code JORDANSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

यूं तो हर बीतते पल के साथ देश-दुनिया में कुछ न कुछ घटता है. मगर इन्हीं में कुछ घटनाएं ऐतिहासिक तब बन जाती हैं जब उनसे प्रभावित होने वालों का आंकड़ा सैंकड़ों में हो. इन्हीं में से एक घटना थी 9/11. दुनिया के सबसे बड़े आतंकवादी हमलों में से एक. एक तरफ़ जहां इस घटना ने मानवता को झंझोड़ा, दूसरी तरफ़ ये घटना Geopolitics के लिहाज़ से काफ़ी निर्णायक साबित हुई. इस हमले के आरोपी ओसामा बिन लादेन के सिर पर 25 मिलियन यानि करीब 210 करोड़ का इनाम रखा गया था. लेकिन हाल ही में अमेरिका ने एक देश के राष्ट्रपति के सिर पर इससे दोगुना इनाम रखा, 420 करोड़ या कहें कि 50 मिलियन डॉलर. इतना ही नहीं, अमेरिकन राष्ट्रपति ट्रंप ने CIA को इस देश में Covert Operation Conduct करने की परमिशन दी. दूसरी ओर दुनिया का सबसे बड़ा Aircraft Carrier USS Gerald Ford भी इस देश की दहलीज़ पर खड़ा कर दिया है. ये देश न तो दुनिया की सबसे बड़ी इकॉनमी है. न सबसे बड़ा हथियारों का सप्लायर. न ही इस देश पर आतंकवादियों को शरण देने का आरोप है. लेकिन फिर भी इस देश में अमेरिका अपनी फौज़ उतारने पर उतारू है. ये देश है Venezuela. Padhaku Nitin World Affairs के इस एपिसोड में बात इसी पर होगी. हमारे साथ हैं प्रतिष्ठित Think Tank Observer Research Foundation से जुड़े Geopolitical Analyst Vivek Mishra. जिनसे हमने पूछा कि आखिर Venezuela में घट क्या रहा है? ट्रंप इस देश के राष्ट्रपति से इतने चिढ़े हुए क्यों है? अमेरिका कैरिबियन सी में सितंबर से अबतक 10 नावों को क्यों बम से उड़ा चुका है? और वेनेज़ुएला के इस राष्ट्रपति को अमेरिका 2019 के बाद से राष्ट्रपति न कहकर Drug Kingpin क्यों कहता है? Subscribe कर लीजिए आजतक रेडियो के यूट्यूब चैनल को ताकि ऐसे और मज़ेदार एपिसोड आप तक तुरंत पहुंचे. प्रड्यूसर: मानव देव रावत साउंड मिक्स: अमन पाल

Today Justin speaks with Dr. David Tuckh. David is a technology entrepreneur and author. His writing uncovers overlooked stories at the intersection of organized crime and espionage. David is originally from New York and has lived in England and France, but now resides in Brookline, Massachusetts with his wife and children. He's here to discuss his new book about Harold Derber, a merchant sailor and radio operator during World War II who was later involved in some of the most pivotal events of the early Cold War and became one of the earliest kingpins of international drug trafficking. Connect with David:davidtuch.comCheck out the book, The Wireless Operator, here.https://a.co/d/8wTJnqxConnect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Subtack: spycraft101.substack.comFind Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.KruschikiThe best surplus military goods delivered right to your door. Use code SPYCRAFT101 for 10% off!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

This is the story of a former street hustler, Eric G, who went from growing up in Bayside, Queens during the crack era to running multi-state marijuana operations connected to Jamaicans and eventually one of the powerful and dangerous Mexican cartels in the world before being busted and being spent to prison. He opens up about: -Growing up in a Jehovah's Witness household in Queens during the 80s -Early exposure to drug culture through family and neighborhood influences -Starting in the game at just 13 with crack vials in South Jamaica -Moving to Atlanta and building connections with Jamaicans and the music scene (including early ties to Lil Jon & Black Market Entertainment) -Becoming a wholesale supplier, moving hundreds of pounds weekly -Trips to Mexico and meeting cartel-level suppliers -Reflecting on the dangers, close calls, and lessons learned Go Support Eric! Podcast: @innoutww IG: https://www.instagram.com/_iamericg/ This Episode Is #Sponsored By DeleteMe! Remove your personal information from the web at https://JoinDeleteMe.com/CONNECT and use code CONNECT for 20% off DeleteMe international Plans: https://international.joindeleteme.com Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 Preview: Addicted to the Lifestyle 00:41 Intro to Eric G's Story 01:18 Travel, Culture & Haitian Roots 03:00 Growing Up in Queens & Early Family Life 04:56 80s Queens: Crime, Projects & Influence 05:51 Crack Era: Influence & Survival 07:01 First Steps into Drug Dealing at 13 13:32 Money & Hustling as a Teen 15:31 Leaving New York, Switching to Weed 17:52 High School Hustles & Magnet Program 19:29 College Years & Debate Team 22:04 Expanding into the College Market 24:31 Atlanta Hustle, Early Connections 27:00 Music Industry, Lil Jon & Black Market Ent. 31:09 Finding the Big Connect & Scaling Up 33:54 Marijuana Distribution Operation 36:16 Family Involvement & Smuggling Methods41:06 This Episode Is Sponsored By DeleteMe! 42:39 Cartel Connections & Sourcing from Mexico 47:01 Atlanta's Weed Market & Profits 55:30 Weed from Guadalajara: Cartel Supply 01:00:06 Scaling Up: Cash, Credit & Distribution 01:09:12 Switch to California Chronic 01:15:06 Moving Premium Cali Weed 01:20:27 Shipping Methods: Trucks & Freight 01:30:27 End of the Drug Game Era 01:33:36 Indictment & The Bust in West Virginia 01:40:06 Trial, Snitches & Legal Troubles 01:47:31 Winning Freedom: Beating the Case 02:07:17 Life After Prison & New Pursuits 02:10:09 Podcasting, Advocacy & Looking Ahead 02:12:58 Closing Thoughts & Connections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Send us a textSean was interrogated by federal agents. They were asking him to turn informant. And he did. That moment — terrifying, surreal — was the culmination of years spent running from trauma, shame, and addiction. Raised Mormon and queer, Sean lived in silence and meth helped him feel connected and accepted. But it almost killed him. From suicide attempts rising to the top of Washington DC's drug trade  to spiritual healing, Sean's story is one of collapse and slow, intentional rebirth.=============Key Learning Points

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Welcome back to The Journey Podcast on today's episode we had the pleasure of interviewing Jesse Rogers. Jesse faced a federal drug kingpin charge and the possibility of spending 30 years in prison. But instead of letting that define his future, he beat the case — and completely turned his life around. Today, he's a self-made millionaire, legally earning wealth through stock trading and smart investments. In this powerful episode, Jesse shares his unbelievable story of transformation, redemption, and success.EXCLUSIVE AD FREE EPISODEShttps://www.patreon.com/c/TheJourneyPodYouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheJourneyPodcast_APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-journey-podcast/id1525956495INSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/zacharycummings_https://www.instagram.com/jakemoscatohttps://www.instagram.com/thejourneypodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/casper_smcTik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@thejourneypodcast__

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Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht was one of the hundreds of prisoners who walked free thanks to a pardon from US president Donald Trump.His online marketplace facilitated the sale of everything from illegal drugs to weapons, hacking equipment to stolen passports, all delivered to your door at the push of a button. He had more than a million customers worldwide.The campaign for his release began as soon as his double life sentence was handed down in 2015. They came from his family; his mother Lyn was tireless in her lobbying and also from the Libertarian Movement whose the support Trump sought in the run up to the presidential election.New York Times technology reporter David Yaffe Bellany explains the background.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Donald Trump has pardoned Ross Ulbricht, the creator of the Silk Road, a dark web marketplace that facilitated drug sales using Bitcoin. What does his freedom tell us about the future of cryptocurrency?Writers: Xavier Greenwood Producer: Casey MagloirePhotography: Joe MeeHost: Claudia Williams Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's January 5, 1982, and the central American state of Panama is playing host to one of the most extraordinary narco summits in history. Hosting the pow-wow is Manuel Noriega, chief of Panamanian military intelligence and just a year from siezing its control. Pablo Escobar, head of what will become the feared Medellin Cartel, is there too. But even these criminal heavyweights aren't the biggest gangsters in the room. That title belongs to Roberto Suarez Gomez, Bolivia's so-called King of Cocaine, supplier of Andean coca paste to a global blow industry. Suarez, a former cattle rancher and heir to a rubber fortune, has never been more powerful. Just two years previous he'd backed Bolivia's so-called ‘Cocaine Coup', tearing through capital La Paz and installing violent general Luis Garcia Meza as president. Since then Suarez has built the modern cocaine market, cementing Escobar as his chief buyer, and pulling in Noriega and even the Castros of Cuba. But Suarez couldn't have done all this without the fourth man in this room in Panama, quiet and slight, with a saturnine face that belies the litany of evil he's managed in his 67 years. This is Klaus Barbie, fugitive SS officer and so-called ‘Butcher of Lyon' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Owen Hanson shares his remarkable story of going from a USC athlete to building a multi-million-dollar drug empire while in college. He discusses evading law enforcement for over a decade before his 2015 arrest and 20-year federal prison sentence. Released early thanks to an “ace in the hole,” Hanson now works to turn his life around. He hopes his story can serve as a cautionary tale for young people, with an Amazon docu-series in the works based on his life.

In Part 1 of a multi-part special series, Luis and Angelo discuss the extraordinary lives of notorious drug bosses who have operated some of the world's largest illicit narcotics networks.  Hear the story of Sal Magluto and Willy Falcon, sons of Cuban immigrants who flooded the port of Miami with over 200 tons of cocaine in the 1980's and 1990's to become the billionaire Kings of South Florida (and four-time world champion powerboat racers), and who used cash, intimidation and even murder to escape repeated attempts by the U.S. government to convict them of drug smuggling.  And don't miss it as the guys countdown the top 10 richest drug kingpins of all time! 

Shaun Attwood tells his incredible story of how he went from a working class childhood in England to becoming a successful stockbroker in the United States to running a multi-million dollar drug smuggling empire and eventually doing time in one of the most controversial prison systems in North America. He talks about the web of operations he set up that spanned multiple continents and the blood feud his crew had with the famed mafia underboss Sammy "The Bull" Gravano. Shaun also gives insights on the law enforcement operation that spanned years to take him down and the horrific conditions in prison he faced when he was locked up. Today Shaun has a very successful podcasting career and is an accomplished author. He also does tons of outreach work to help the youth of today not make his same mistakes and steer them away from a life of crime and drug addiction. Go Support Shaun! YouTube: @shaunattwoodOFFICIAL IG: https://www.instagram.com/shaunattwood/ Website: https://www.shaunattwood.com/ All Links: https://linktr.ee/shaunattwood This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: MANDO! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code MITCHELL at https://shopmando.com #mandopod PrizePicks! Download the app today and use code CONNECT to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup! Mint Mobile! Support the show and get your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month at https://mintmobile.com/connect Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Titone Rosavelli, also known as "Tito," shares the untold story of how he co-founded New York City's infamous "Yellow Top Crew," one of the most powerful and violent crack cocaine organizations of the 1980s. Tito opens up about his journey from a teenager hustling on the streets to leading a crew that controlled the Upper West Side with an iron fist, managing a network of over 40 workers, and amassing fortunes that were beyond his wildest dreams. From organizing street-level crack sales to evading specialized police task forces, Tito dives deep into the high-stakes world of his teenage years. He reveals how he and his partner, Chango, expanded their empire by setting up operations in abandoned buildings, negotiating with dangerous suppliers, and outsmarting rivals with strategies that made them untouchable on their block. In a world marked by deadly competition, 20+ homicides, and relentless violence, Tito offers a firsthand account of life inside a drug empire, the rise of the crack epidemic, and the challenges of evading law enforcement. Tune in for an unfiltered look at the dangerous dynamics of New York City's drug trade, the rise and fall of a teenage kingpin, and the life-altering consequences of fast money and power. Go Support Tito! Shop: https://www.instagram.com/west.side.boutique_/ This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: PrizePicks! Download the app today and use code CONNECT to get $50 instantly after you play your first $5 lineup! Rocket Money! Stop wasting money on things you don't use. Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to https://RocketMoney.com/connect Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A former Olympic athlete from Canada is now wanted for his role in a violent drug operation that spanned multiple countries and led to multiple murders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The proposed new women's 3-on-3 basketball league Unrivaled desperately needs the talents and star power of Caitlin Clark, but Clark should steer clear of this pending disaster at all cost. Rapper Big Meech was released from prison after serving time for drug trafficking and money laundering, and LeBron James was right there to welcome him “home.” Steve Kim and Butter are here to talk about these headlines and preview the top games of the football weekend. Plus, Shemeka Michelle joins “Fearless” to discuss Candace Owens dismantling Kamala Harris' house of lies. We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Show Outline: 02:45        BYOG Preview 07:00        Letter from a fan 09:10        Why we talk about Caitlin Clark 18:09        Unrivaled Women's 3-on-3 basketball, this is a bad idea 49:15        Stephen A. Smith compares Sabrina Ionescu's game winner to Kobe 56:07        Lebron James embraces convicted drug kingpin Big Meech 1:13:54      Mel Kiper's latest mock draft. Where is Shadeur Sanders amongst the rest? 1:19:28      Justin Fields handles being benched really well. 1:22:48       Prize Picks of the weekend. 1:40:10       Shemeka and Jason react to Candace Owens doxxing Kamala Harris's fake background 1:53:32       Comment of the day. ​​Today's Sponsors: PREBORN Everyday, young, scared women, who don't think they have options, are choosing abortion. Preborn seeks these women out before they make the ultimate choice and introduces them to the life growing inside of them through FREE ultrasounds because of YOU who donate. Help rescue babies' lives and donate by dialing #250 and say the keyword, "BABY." or go to https://Preborn.com/Fearless Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://get.blazetv.com/FEARLESS and get $20 off your yearly subscription. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLT CLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on Twitter: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 1570 is brought to you by:  Lucy: Let's level up your nicotine routine with Lucy.  Go to www.lucy.co/hardfactor and use promo code (HARDFACTOR) to get 20% off your first order. Lucy products are ONLY for adults of legal age, and every order is age-verified. Factor Meals: Head to www.factormeals.com/hardfactor50 and use code hardfactor50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month Prize Picks: Download the PrizePicks app today and use code HARDFACTOR and get $50 instantly when you play $5! Timestamps: (00:00:40) - Story teases  (00:02:50) - Australia lowers the age to lock up children to 10, and all of the kids getting locked up are Aboriginal (00:15:10) - Incredible story of ex-Olympic snowboarder turned drug kingpin facing three murders who is on the run from the DOJ (00:23:20) - RIP One Direction singer Liam Payne who fell to his death (00:26:50) - Not RIP to Irishman who miraculously survived a 650-foot fall off an active volcano cliff with minor injuries (00:33:55) - Ravens fan beat the crap out of two Commanders fans, records it, and gets fired (00:37:00) - One of the biggest dummies ever records herself tearing down Greek flags from a gyro shop thinking they are Israeli flags and screams “Free Palestine!” Thank you for listening! If you want bonus podcasts go to patreon.com/hardfactor, but MOST Importantly, HAGFD!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Wayne Tomkins, aka "El Primo," shares his gripping journey from hustling in the slums of Detroit to becoming a key distributor for Mexican cartels. Tomkins talks about his connections with cartel leaders like Mayo Zambada, navigating dangerous betrayals, and surviving high-stakes situations. He also dives into his time in federal prison, his collaboration with the DEA, and exposes untold secrets about El Chapo and the inner workings of the drug trade. Go Support Donald! Book: https://www.amazon.com/EL-PRIMO-BLACK-SINALOA-CARTEL/dp/B0CFZ5F41H YouTube: @OfficialElPrimo1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us as we dive deep into Freeway Rick's life journey, exploring his highs, lows, & relationship with cannabis today! From street hustler to motivational speaker & mentor, his story is a beacon of hope that reminds us all that transformation is within reach, no matter where we start. Check out his website https://lakingpins.com/ and his IG: https://www.instagram.com/_lakingpinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millionaire Stock Broker Becomes Drug Kingpin | Shaun Attwood vs. Sammy The Bull --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mattcox/support

A notorious gangster and drug dealer named Frank Lucas was played by Denzel Washington in the 2007 movie, American Gangster. He made MILLIONS of dollars selling heroin in Harlem during the late 60s and 70s. But someone ELSE was selling drugs around the same time and got his start in New York as well.. But his organization was ASTRONOMICALLY bigger and more profitable. So JOIN US today as we discuss Frank Matthews.. Also known as Black Caesar. Ready to Learn a NEW LANGUAGE? Visit Babbel.com/BlackTrueCrime for 55% OFF your SUBSCRIPTION TODAY To ACCESS the FULL VIDEO EPISODE + ALL PICTURES associated with the case. Join US on PATREON: ⁠⁠www.patreon.com/blacktruecrimepodcast⁠ Follow us on INSTAGRAM: @BlackTrueCrimePodcast Subscribe to our YOUTUBE Channel: www.youtube.com/c/blacktruecrimepodcast Join our PATREON for full video episodes and exclusive content: www.patreon.com/blacktruecrimepodcast For MERCH, visit: www.blacktruecrime.com/shop-merch JOIN OUR FB GROUP:  https://www.facebook.com/blacktruecrimepodcast Intro & Outro music credits: Horror by Paradox Beats Original Beat production ownership is retained by the original producer where applicable. This beat is being used with private/owned leasing rights GRANTED by the producer(s). This audio is 100% free to listen to on this show. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blacktruecrimepodcast/message

The leader of one of Europe's most feared drug gangs, Ridouan Taghi, is jailed for life in the biggest criminal trial in Dutch history. Also: US President Biden says progress is being made over agreeing a ceasefire in Gaza, and the married couple who spent over 100 days stranded at sea.

Released in 1980, Hangar 18 was arguably Hollywood's first UFO conspiracy movie. Its plot features many aspects of the real-life UFO enigma, including specific details from allegedly authentic top-secret UFO-related government documentation. But was it also a propaganda film for the Mormon church? (Mormons, Aliens, and Hangar 18) *** A struggling student is suddenly followed around campus by a strange man who has something very unusual to show him. (The Laughter of God) *** Rudolf Diesel is probably best known as the inventor of the engine which bears his name, but his puzzling and seemingly inexplicable disappearance on September 29, 1913 left behind a mystery nearly as enduring as the legacy of his engineering achievements. (Gone in the Night: The Extraordinary Life and Mysterious Disappearance of Rudolf Diesel) *** In 1960, the bodies of three women from the Chicago suburbs were discovered in Starved Rock State Park. The manhunt snared a confessed killer – and while he still remains in prison, he says he was framed. (The Starved Rock Murders) *** Author and Weird Darkness fan Patrick Hueller brings us an original story of fiction entitled, “2031: The Toys, They're Bleeding”. *** A young girl goes for a walk into the woods and suddenly finds she's not alone. (A Rather Strange Company) *** Though he was born into a Roman Catholic family, Adolfo Constanzo quickly fell into alternative religion, focusing on black magic and the occult…. but then he went even darker than that. (Catholic Boy, Drug Kingpin, Satanic Cult-Leader, and Serial Killer) *** In April 2007, a rash of sightings were reported of a strange creature prowling around the outskirts of Stafford, in the UK. Is it possible that there is finally evidence of werewolves in the 21st century? (Cannock Chase Werewolves) *** Hollywood has used the Greystone Mansion in numerous movies and TV shows… but would the actors be so comfortable filming there if they knew it's murderous and haunting history? (The Greystone Mansion Murders) *** Records indicate that the man known as the Comte de Saint Germain was born in the late 1600s/early 1700s, but reports by other well-known figures in history have told of a similar man that can be traced back to the time of Christ. This man was known by famous figures such as Casanova, Madame de Pampadour, Voltaire, King Louis XV, Catherine the Great, Anton Mesmer and many more. (The Vampire of New Orleans)SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Mormons, Aliens, and Hangar 18” by Robbie Graham for Mysterious Universe: http://bit.ly/2IYL82C***** WATCH THE FULL “HANGAR 18” MOVIE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS35NhxIpUo***** BOOK: “The Roswell Incident” by Charles Berlitz and William Moore: https://amzn.to/2R0hHE8“The Laughter of God” by G. 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True Crime Tuesday presents: The Real Mr. Big: The UK's Most Notorious Cocaine Kingpin with Author/Screenwriter, Ron Chepesiuk! From humble citizen of Colombia to Drug Kingpin that ran millions of Pounds and Kilos, Jesus Ruiz Henao, changed the way that drugs were run, and money was laundered worldwide, all while maintaining normal jobs!  Jesus kept pushing the stakes higher and higher, until he knew it was time to retire, when he saw cops closing in on him.  It was only when someone challenged him on the identity of "Mr. Big", that he revealed himself to the wrong person, and thing spiraled downhill! On Today's program, Ron Chepesiuk joins us to tell us about Jesus' upbringing, rise to power, and eventual downfall. How Ron met Jesus, how they put his life story together, and more! PLUS AN ALL NEW DUMB CRIMES AND STUPID CRIMINALS W/ BEER CITY BRUISER! Get your copy of "The Real Mr. Big..."  here:  https://wildbluepress.com/the-real-mr-big-ron-chepesiuk-jesus-ruiz-henao-true-crime/ #crime #truecrime #truecrimepodcasts #truecrimetuesday #ronchepesiuk #therealmrbig #jesusruizhenao #colombia #cocaine #druglord #drugring #pabloescobar #kingpin #memoir #dumbcrimesstupidcriminals #timdennis #beercitybruiser #rohwrestling #floridaman #drugcrimes #foodcrimes #stupidcrimes #funnycrimes  #sexcrimes