A Taste Of Freedom From Jail: Prepping For The Outside World | Beyond Maximum Security | Part 1/3

[@Grizzlebearify]

So glad that CNA did an update with the current inmates. It is great to see them doing well. Kudos to CNA for making a documentary surrounding Graceson, Daniel, Khai and Iskandar again

[@josephc.9520]

Yes! We waited, and they delivered in style

[@NickJay]

Me, too. The first 4 episodes were fascinating. I wonder how the guy who got released in episode 4 of the main series is doing? I hope we find out. Maybe I should watch all this series first lol.

[@WJHallyuLover8365]

@@NickJayyou are referring to Rusdi, right? Hope he’s doing well too, even though he did not appear in the show

[@bobafett5757]

*Boon Keng is really hilarious but he is logically practical with his perspective towards life and I have faith in him*

[@timngim583]

They named an MRT station after him

[@bobafett5757]

@@timngim583 Is it near Boon Tat street ?

[@jessicaregina1956]

The question is if you have a new phone I can do one day and I can do it!

[@Qoonutz]

Thank you CNA. Good documentary. All the best to Graceson, Daniel, Khai and Iskandar.

[@Its_a_me_WSA]

This really shows how serious the Singapore government wants to help rehabilitate the inmates and gear them with the best chance for them to survive when they reintegrate into society. At the same time, there's a balance of strict discipline that the inmates don't get too comfortable in prison. Compare this with places like UK and US that treat inmates like animals or the Nordic countries where the inmates are treated like kings

[@CTFD1]

Many prisons are moving towards rehabilitation and offer diverse programming such as substance abuse treatment, anger management programs, parenting and life skill coursework and much more. A few of these types of programs are Thinking For A Change, Cage Your Rage, AA and NA. The prison system I worked at even taught commercial driver’s license classes, various job training for trades such as plumbing or electrical or HVAC and there were various inmate jobs available and all inmates were encouraged to take advantage of programs and work opportunities offered

[@helluvakhai]

cameras were also recording and the power of editing.

[@mikec5783]

I know that US prisons are a bit barbaric but what's wrong with UK prisons? I think the criminals are treated quite well in the UK, the facilities are generally quite good although I'm not sure how good the efforts to rehabilitate people are.

[@kogoromori5350]

They ho into jail for 6 years for drug consumption. That's just a backwards ass country

[@xJack30t]

And somehow still, the nordic system works better.

[@kemingyu4266]

Kudos to the inmates. Touched by their attitudes and gives me perspectives on the things I have taken for granted in life. Thanks CNA

[@Bethbearry]

It is so heartening to watch them start a new life within or outside of prison! Thank you CNA for this amazing documentary of their lives. I hope this really inspires more employers to understand the initiative of yellow ribbon project and make a difference to this community.

[@prabhugautham]

Just superb documentary. It gives an insight into the lives of inmates and the rigorous process to bring them to normalcy also to be able to face the outside world once they complete their sentences. Keep the good work going CNA team.

[@frankieteo6659]

I feel so happy for all of them, seeing their progress and positive attitude is really rewarding. Keep it up guys. God Bless and take care.

[@crux33]

So happy till you are the victim of their crimes. Then see how much empathy u can feel for these criminals.

[@frankieteo6659]

@@crux33 What's your negative attitude about when they can change for a better life ? I was a victim of crimes before, worst than you can talk about. If the convict can change, it's better for society and for their family too.

[@yashvgaikwad]

I was really looking forward to this update since the day it was promised. I love having a glimpse of these inmates lives and I’m genuinely rooting for all of them. I hope they can come out of the prison as better and responsible people who can support themselves and their families. My only wish for them is that they should always stay away from everything and anything that can put them back into the prison.

[@gnoek]

The 4 of them should one day start up a small business together. Everyone in Singapore will support them since they are already on tv.

[@degenerate8228]

They probably should receive some type of award for best documentary in South East Asia

[@jmin4951]

I feel so so happy for them words can't describe and also wish nothing but the best for them 🥲 Thank you CNA for doing part 2!!

[@sebastianlim460]

Here's hoping that CNA will make a similar documentary for Singapore Women's Prison in the near future. I am sure it will be just as insightful as this one.

[@frannylicuous5650]

Deepest respect and heartfelt thanks to the amazing ppl working in these correctional facilities. I say correctional facility because it’s what these amazing ppl are doing which is essential rehab for those who want it. Takes a special person to work as a correctional officer and we as a society are grateful for what they do 🙏

[@chockitkat3776]

😂the one sergeant that said its okay when the inmate wanted to hug him, that was hilarious! Honestly im glad to see the police officers treat the inmates like humans, their interactions are heartwarming to see

[@RiceSnow777]

I was so invested in these inmates last year. So Glad to see an update now. Best of luck in their new lives. And thank you again CNA for this awesome documentary.

[@jcchioh_4]

Glad that they learnt from their mistakes. it is good to see them outside again. Hopefully, none of them return. Great filming CNA, I would also like to see some more documentaries (not now). BTW, have a great 2023 ahead!

[@bobafett5757]

*Salute all the prison officers and also the lectures and counsellors and volunteer groups who have been so dedicated towards their roles in assisting to reform the prisoners*

[@jiarui1312]

Thanks CNA for another wonderful documentary with the updates of the 4 inmates, especially Iskandar, he’s doing good at prison school and I hope when he released he will use his knowledge to reintegrate into the society. Khai Im happy that u are back with ur family and seeing u smile makes me feel good, keep the positive vibes ahead and say no to whatever negative vibes u have! Graceson and Boon Keng, u guys make me laugh when u guys are at the same cell in B4. 😂 but thanks Cna once again. I’m glad they are doing well. 😊

[@toyoyoyo104]

Thanks to this series. It helps ppl like me realise inmates are just human beings like you and I. Praying for all of you guys. The journey won't be easy. But when there's a will, there's a way. Don't give up. 🙏🙏

[@bruh4032]

Boon Keng has a good personality

[@TheDarkHarper]

Redemption is a difficult road, few people seek it and even fewer sought it, but in the end it is good to see one redeemed.

[@rgphl01]

I've watched various prison documentaries, these series made by CNA is the best!

[@bobafett5757]

*Khai is such an artistic and creative person and he is determined to discipline himself in the civilian life and he needs lots of family and friends moral support and hope he is perservance to walk on the right path now will be very much blessed*

[@tommyfield8449]

Not just that,he also need self control of his emotion. When he say if anything happen to his mother,he will kill himself. Is there a way of applying protection order for his mom away from his sister family? Like i mean,although he is the only son,he has 2 ladies to feed. As long as Khai is willing to have self control,i hope he can succeed.

[@bobafett5757]

@@tommyfield8449 With proper medication he can contain his self control

[@bobafett5757]

@@tommyfield8449 Why cant the 2 ladies feed themselves ?

[@bobafett5757]

@@tommyfield8449 No need protection order cos mom can always use broom more powerful

[@toyoyoyo104]

Agree. Hope his step siblings and family give him a chance.

[@bobafett5757]

*Iskandar seems the smartest academically and he has high aptitude towards figures navigation and I believe in him to fully be reformed and be the best he can be*

[@toyoyoyo104]

I agree. Feel sad to hear he has such a long sentence ahead of him.

[@ajinomoto2817]

Finally!! Superb!! Thanks!!

[@flaviapaiva2676]

I am really touched about each of them! I wish them a lot of love in their lives!❤

[@bobafett5757]

*Graceson is a responsible and a loving dad but he needs to muster lots of determination to manage his shortcomings and then he will be able to overcome any hurdles coming his way and he is quite a hardworking person*

[@toyoyoyo104]

Feel sad about Iskandar as he has such a long sentence. Hope he receives extra support in the prison. He seems like an ok person. Only impulsive. 😢

[@shan2lu]

Awesome! Keep up the good work everyone!!!

[@YS-eu4ne]

Oh my god finally thank you so much guys!!!

[@ericchristensen3537]

Honestly wish the US could learn something from this, this actually makes a difference in rehabilitation

[@SuperPhysicsgeek]

20:50 savage trainer " not like now you cannot have time with them"

[@kingsufi6164]

i'm soo happy there's an update on the inmates. I really hope they adjust well and, hey, we all half way to retirement ah, so.... work hard, save much, and, live life. haha.

[@ianpolo5673]

Surprised to see that there is a follow up programme on this. But I think is very meaningful. All the best to those releasing soon. May they progress forward in a good way and never to return.

[@ellee2937]

Thank u CNA for helping us see that prisoners who turned their lives around deserve our respect & suport &! For your amazing sensitivity handled documentaries kudos to u 👍🏻👏🏻😄

[@raehyungkang346]

Finally! Thank you so much ❤

[@bobafett5757]

*Well done CNA u did it again and will watch all the expisodes*

[@azabujuban-hito-dake]

Boon Keng and Graceson are so goodlooking.

[@dejaporter7338]

Its Graceson for me, i love his tatoos❤

[@heavymetalrox268]

CNA finally becoming cool, an American-style prison documentary

[@arcencielc2065]

My very best wishes to these men. Take care.

[@somewhereoverit711]

The crimes committed by these people seem like child’s play compared to the bullshit most Americans go to jail for. However, the programs here to rehabilitate people back into society seems so solid. I wish the US had programs like this country.

[@CTFD1]

Kinda jealous how Singapore Prisons look compared to the American Prisons I’ve worked in as an officer, would love to pay Changi Prison Complex a visit to tour if I ever travel to Singapore.

[@Shah-pr5ur]

"A visit to tour" You gotta be kidding right. But gotta agree with you the prison here looks way sterile.

[@CTFD1]

@@Shah-pr5ur not kidding, as a Correctional Sergeant seeing how other prisons operate is great for learning new methods or to find out things that can improve the facility you work in, the Correctional facility I work at has been toured by many other Correctional agencies for this very reason

[@Shah-pr5ur]

@@CTFD1 Unfortunately its not possible here Joel.

[@linnychern]

Write in a request! You’ll never know!

[@John_Smith_86]

We also pay our COs wayyy more than you do. A common stereotype I heard is that American COs sometimes aspire to be LEOs, but don't quite make the cut, so work as a CO first for the time being. In Singapore, the government pay scale is basically the same. So they are quite well paid

[@sleepyhealer]

thank you for the part 2 continuation. again it is quality from CNA

[@edmundizhigh2055]

Was in Changi prison for 16 months. Released on year 2021. This whole documentary isn’t sharing everything. They can as covered a lot of things. Spend about 3 months in Tanah Merah Prison as I was under the age of 21 and when my birthday reaches was transferred to the adult facility in Changi prison A1. Based on experience, not all prisoners have the same treatment, in fact our time there was better. For example, the floors are cleaner, fully Matt plastic. Food taste wise, more different including portion, we get to have breads in the afternoon between lunch and dinner everyday. There’s no stripping of clothings before yards except after. Some cell doors are open a little extra time during medication even if you’re not taking it as your cell mate are.. etc a lot more to say..

[@Chris1688]

lol bro cluster A is heaven compared to B

[@edmundizhigh2055]

@@Chris1688 100%. Lol

[@sunchildtine]

Thank you CNA for another amazing series.

[@Ray-e7b]

Great docu series. Hope Netflix will buy it

[@crystalluvizwan]

Awesome !!!

[@nicholaslawrence6926]

Boon Keng definitely looks more muscular now than before in the earlier series.

[@trisiwip9262]

the thing that touched me was the fact that those who participated in this series have daughter 🥺

[@kobekobekobekobekobe]

It’s so nice to see the wife waiting for graceson

[@Potomacstud]

Great documentary superb

[@snsdjerry]

thanks cna for the updates

[@janessakoh860]

Finally! ❤

[@tancossine6733]

Everyone is born different. Unfortunately for some, they are too different from the society, and society has standards and boundaries for what is normal and abnormal. Do not judge anyone for their behavior, to be or not to be within the boundaries of society's expectation as it is mostly not within one's control. Think about being born to their kind of circumstance, environment, upbringing and genetic makeup. All these are beyond control. I pray that God will provide the circumstances, intellect and environment for these individuals to adjust and fit into the society.

[@nelsonjailer]

So hansome everyone...so im ready to go there😂

[@Avi_isYoru]

im so happy for the inmates! atleast prison is treatiing them well! officer muralithan is very nice!

[@AnishRai-pq1ok]

Such an irony that singapore inmates are given more facilities than the citizens of many other small countries hats off to singapore govt❤

[@beezlebub9]

27:55 I’m upset that Khai’s family is so unsupportive.

[@battlemage6084]

Maybe u can become his new family

[@Avi_isYoru]

thanks! CNA for doing these videos! im currently doing research on prison systems!

[@jarrodyuki7081]

if i live in a ygm i dont have to pay for hosugin 1. but i still have pay for 1. utilities food transportation telecom and wifi 2. maintain an online website or get a job. 1. get a job 2. pay federal and state taxes 3 receive federal and state benefits 4. and live in a gym.

[@tjhughes9099]

Great vid! Would love to see & hear about Singapore woman's prison. That'll be very interesting.

[@tryhardpenguinvvv4760]

why is there another channel "Free Documentary" featuring the same stories too? did CNA sell this documentary?

[@cboxwing]

Have you ever thought about how a criminal became the criminal today? In addition to personal behavior, there is a chance that it is a legal issue, so there is a great chance that there will be unjust cases of unjust imprisonment!

[@KellyWong-bc9tb]

hello! just curious, would it be a good idea to show this series to the inmates in prison as well? to motivate them in someway to avoid coming back into prison? also, i think some inmates might prefer this over the movies they are currently able to watch since the movies are kinda backdated right? just a suggestion from me :> sorry if it is a bad idea

[@bobafett5757]

Inmates no access to KZbin perhaps

[@KellyWong-bc9tb]

@@bobafett5757 true but maybe the movie sessions cld be changed to this?

[@josephSG8742singapore]

Tis is so exciting..

[@ohnookonomiyaki]

Woooo! Lets goooo!

[@reinzukun]

Dying to see part 2 and 3 to see how all the main cast of inmates are doing

[@damdamWoo]

I actually learn a lot from them!

[@omega_3_998]

Can't wait!! :)

[@ariella2426]

Lol the part when the guy is getting checked and his bookmarks, pictures etc are literally women in lingerie 😂

[@winstonng8885]

Why no rusdi?

[@bobafett5757]

Am wondering too wheres Rusdi ?

[@nicholaslawrence6926]

Rusdi was released much earlier before Graceson and Boon Keng.

[@bobafett5757]

@@nicholaslawrence6926 So can we get an update what hes up to now and he seems to be the most well spoken guy

[@tommyfield8449]

@@bobafett5757 nah he is lazy lah. He doesn't even have a single motivation. Look at his past episode when his mother visited him. I understand that he want to relax 1st,but how old is he already? Delivery driver is an honest job although yes it is tiring & sometimes pay low. He can't expect a high pay unlike Graceson/Boon Keng? who need pay maintenance for his young daughter.

[@bobafett5757]

@@tommyfield8449 Maybe he can open Candy Snacks shop cos he likes to collect those snacks in the prison

[@blackhellhammer]

Can i know SPS training in HTA is it stay in? Now is covid or its non residential?

[@thcxgold]

What are “ canes “ when a inmate receives one?

[@harikaranpillai2764]

Our murals are painted with various different languages. Shows only one other language that's foreign. Good job!

[@evilborg]

I wonder how prisoners with disabilities are housed especially the ones who have arthritis and can't sleep on a hard surface and needs regular beds.

[@bobafett5757]

*SG prison facilities and all its rehabilitation training program are so impressive and promising*

[@bobafett5757]

*Is DeeKosh in this same prison and wondering what rehabilitation program hes undergoing?*

[@degenerate8228]

Probably getting his butt slashed too busy for this.

[@bobafett5757]

@@degenerate8228 Like thrashing open Musang Durian

[@Khabib9-z8w]

Nice clean big prison comparing to america,el salvador,mexico,philipines,turkey and worse of all Madagascar but why the yard is indoors

[@mizhomesiq]

These inmates are kinda cushy. They can attend school, lunch with tv, return shitty food and the place is amazingly clean!

[@hasithamudith1553]

Make a video about caning session

[@fazlisulaimi7450]

i still remember Iskandar from inside maximum security

[@anziar3038]

If one chooses to take a wrong path, he or she must be prepared for the consequences.

[@jessicaregina1956]

THATS A VERY IRRESPONSIBLE AND INCAPABLE SINGAPORE GOVT.

[@jessicaregina1956]

Only Korean government is capable and responsible.

[@P53eud0nym05]

10:10 18:40 25:57 33:45 Power lah ma’am Alicia! 😍

[@jarrodyuki7081]

1. utilities 2. food 3. transportation 4. telecom wifi i have to pay for.... by maintaining an online website and getting a job!!!!!!!!!!!

[@bobafett5757]

*Wondering whats happening to Rusdi the Candy loving guy ?*

[@tommyfield8449]

He has bad attitude & he doesn't seem willing to change. Even when his mom suggested to look for a job,all he said was 'get delivery driver job'. He is not gone case but he need more motivation. I think him & graceson need more motivation & support.

[@janicetan4626]

He has probably declined to be filmed again. He is most at risk compared to the other 4 inmates. He is tall and good looking and can do much better in life if he practises self control.

[@itsaboutbeingherenow8076]

Australia should follow suit..

[@xcre8ionx]

Wow prisoner in Singapore earn more than professional in Malaysia 🤣

[@godsbelovedchild1810]

Think it's time for Channel 5/8 to make another prison drama? 🤔

[@jessicaregina1956]

No

[@sal8331]

Need to send some of these people thurr

[@imold5363]

22:01

[@beezlebub9]

23:15 haha, poor thing.

[@shirosvlog733]

I have a question for Graceson: What do you need asthma pump? You have asthma? I used to in jail I requested for asthma pump is that I can handcuff infront when I'm still in remand going to court and when I'm craving for somke I use.

[@Coolwater_TED]

He got some juicy magazine too 😂

[@chenghua-gy6gg]

Have Chinese vision?

[@WheeledHamster]

Can I hug you, nah Covid bro.

[@Danny-bk9ob]

Where's the other malay inmate?

[@SpongeBobSquarePants89]

Release already.. that time when first aired he only left with 5 months release so swee2 last episode he also got release

[@__tachibana8072]

Ngl graceson seems like will go back Boon keng does not

[@lucasplaybloxfruit149]

0:06

[@lucasplaybloxfruit149]

1:21

[@samayolantaka]

idk why....they do look young for someone who are in the late 30's /early 40's.

[@toyoyoyo104]

They didn't grow fat. So look younger. Prison life is hard. No frills.

[@langni1407]

One of the shots shows clearly that he still slouches a lot during the interview despite reminders not to beforehand by the yellow ribbon specialist.