How Do You Break Bad Habits In Prison? | Inside Maximum Security - Part 3/4 | CNA Documentary

[@subjecttodeath]

quite impressed with how Graceson handled the situation. he knows that he might explode if there's a direct confrontation so he found a third party to explain the issue and express his frustration. at least he knows his temper and avoids situations where he might get triggered. shows that he is trying to improve

[@FusionTechCinema]

Yea being self aware of your own faults is the first step to trying to be a better person. Noticing your bad habits and knowing you’re about to do them and do what you can to prevent them is a great start

[@OfficialSamuelC]

It does seem it is in the best interests of the prison to try and arrange something as simple as a replacement hook as soon as possible to prevent violence from occurring. It's not making him entitled, I think after the third time it should've been done given the simplicity of the request and what the benefits were. Unless of course the other prison officer was trying to get him to be provoked on purpose.

[@Daisy-iy5iv]

Rooting for Iskandar. He seem to genuinely appreciate his second chance at life . I hope he mends his way and make his mama proud one day . 👏🏼

[@troll231]

won’t one

[@bobafett5757]

I am rooting for Khai and BoonKeng cos I believe in them strongly.

[@bobafett5757]

@@troll231 Why ?

[@ShadiqinKenway]

@@bobafett5757 read his name 😂

[@fenixwright]

Yeaa.. can't believe his age is 41... he looked so young mid 20s.. hopefully he'll be one of them count as successful like chef Ben Se Teo and Lawyer Darren Tan.

[@monalucia2610]

Sergeant Muthan is just a wonderful person. Love his vibes. They’re lucky to have him in there, no wonder they always request to consult with him

[@rayklein1125]

Agree. He is a nice man and has a wonderful attitude to the prisoners under his control

[@wongxinhao1996]

It's heart warming to see how much desire Iskandar has to better himself while in Prison. Unfortunately many inmates turn to crime after release either due emotional unavailability and social stigma. Many companies still refuse to grant ex-inmates a job due to their past background despite them having a valid diploma or degree This is a gap that needs to be filled.

[@duskshadow25]

If you were the HR person that's hiring someone, most people would obviously choose someone who has never convicted felony vs. someone who did. By you choosing someone who has convicted multiple felonies in the past as an employer, not only are you putting yourself in danger, but you're also putting your other employees in danger and risking the company itself. You never know when that person can just snap and murder someone again based on an argument or conflict. That's why companies always do a background check before hiring someone, because they want to make sure they're not hiring someone who has psychological or criminal background. The reality is that once you have convicted a felony, it's on your record for life. That's why people often end up going back to prison after they're released because they have nowhere else to go. People screw up; that's perfectly normal. But using their life being harsh or how a person couldn't cope with their state at the time as an excuse to use drugs or murder someone doesn't justify as an excuse. Regardless how they were at the time mentally or physically, killing someone is still murder. The only time where it's justified is under self-defense where someone else is trying to kill you and you defended yourself by killing that person. Or if you're trying to protect someone else from being killed because a robber broke into your house or some kind, those are the situations where your actions are justified and don't considered as a crime. I grew up in a ghetto environment too. I went to a school where I was the only Asian person in the entire school. My classmates, a lot of them were in gangs and sold drugs in high school. The Latinos were calling me chino and the white and black folks were calling me chink. Girls were getting pregnant before they were even an adult while still in high school. But I knew better than to get myself involved with those people, because I knew that wasn't something I wanted to be part of in my life. I walked away from that and pursued my own path because I wanted nothing to do with those crap in my life. My parents never had time to look after me because they were always busy working and trying to put food on the table. I wasn't gonna throw all that away for my parents to give-up their future just for me to be a dumbass and go into prison. Racism was very bad back then, and it's still bad now in America. It's the reason why Black Lives Matter (BLM) and AAPI exist and people are rioting and fighting back, because they're tired of their lives being treated as a tool and dying for nothing time and time again. But just because I grew up in a shitty environment, it doesn't mean I use that as an excuse to justify why I continue to screw things up in life. It's okay to make a mistake in life, because we all make mistake. But to continue to make the same mistake, then that's on you. To change your own life, you are ultimately the one that needs to decide whether you truly want to go the extra mile to change yourself and better yourself and surround yourself with people that supports your goals and dreams. If you're someone that lacks the capability to decide what is right or wrong for yourself, you're most likely going to get yourself into trouble with the wrong crowds. People can't teach you common sense. That's something you need to figure out yourself, too. There are so many people out there that became successful today that had nothing when they were struggling too. For example, Oprah Winfrey that we all know today is possibly one of the most iconic figure that represents not just black community but also the women community. She was raped twice by her own family growing up, and the environment she grew up in was shitty too. She got out and away from that, even if it meant going homeless on her own at a young age, because she wanted to change her life and make a difference. It eventually later led what we all know as her today, because she continues to help other similar women that went through the same experience as her, in hope of she can guide them back on the right track. I seen so many people continue to use so many excuses because of where they came from, but they don't realize that their past doesn't determine where they're going to end up in the future. It's what you do now that does, starting from this very moment and onward. You have 24 hours a day. Everyday, you can either get up and make a difference in your life or you can stay down and do nothing. The reality is that you can either get busy living or you can get busy dying. The choice is up to you. As 2Pac once said, "Though life is complicated, only what you make it to be."

[@santyanavaya5163]

Yes and no, that’s why we need more mindful companies who value skills more than what others said.

[@vandarkholme7759]

Recently a restaurant chain ceo in Singapore got to keep his job after conviction. The public backlash made the company fire him later

[@eljayaxe]

Maybe govt sector can lead the way. Not sure if they are doing that now.

[@felixisaac]

@@duskshadow25 You made amazing points. I guess some people did not realise what you realised back when you were in high school and that's why they ended up on the wrong path. Let's observe if inmates will come back another time after their release.

[@edmundngan8605]

very proud to say that I have been taught by Mr Jeff Lim before. I feel heartened that he is bringing his excellent teaching and charismatic personality to the inmates and helping them get an education to change their lives for the better. GO SIR! from your student in 3/4I 2016/17

[@ziilinnc]

were you in prison before or ?

[@bartallen8121]

@@ziilinnc Some of the teachers are employed/volunteered to teach inmates in prison in addition to their job in schools and institutes of higher learning

[@sgyoutuberfanpolice6086]

@@ziilinnc No he's a student. Mr Jeff Lim is a full time teacher in a school who also teaches at the prison

[@Aethelhadas]

He makes me want to teach in a prison too honestly

[@ziilinnc]

@@Aethelhadas same lol

[@gray2578]

I’m not from Singapore, but I did grow up with a mother who was in prison for most of my life. I have no contact with her now as an adult, mostly because she was a bad person in general and was abusive the few times she was around, but for a long time I let that anger I felt towards her generalize itself to anyone in prison. Documentaries like these really did (and still do) remind me that going to prison doesn’t make you a bad person. It just means you messed up. Thank you to everyone involved in making this- I think it’s important to be reminded that, even when we make mistakes, we’re all still human.

[@oenrob98000]

💖💖💖

[@TeaCup1940]

It means you broke the law of that country. It means you committed a crime. Messing up can be many things. We all mess up, but we do not all commit crimes and break the law. Not the same thing.

[@gray2578]

@@TeaCup1940 not all rectangles are squares but all squares are rectangles. Not all mess ups break the law but breaking the law means you messed up (at least for everyone shown here and in a lot of cases). I get your point, but take it from me- going over the semantics of something like this doesn’t get anyone any closer to understanding each other. My point still stands- even people who make mistakes are human beings. We should remember that.

[@jbdarwin5355]

@@gray2578 Very true. I was working with the law firms in South Korea and I served 10 months for some immigration offense. Watching this reminded of what I've been through on being encarcerated. It was tough especially being alone. I made it out and I now have my own Consultancy firm here in the Philippines at 50 years old.

[@hicknopunk]

@@TeaCup1940 you probably break laws weekly that you are unaware of. There are soooooo many laws. I am guilty of taking missdelivered mail and putting it in my neighbors mailbox which is a felony. If I threw their package away or kept it, it would not be a crime.

[@learningtho582]

After watching this episode we know how important education and job is... Many committed crimes because they had no place to live, didn't have enough schooling, difficult to find jobs, had no money etc. Very glad to see that the prison offers education and training it really helps giving them a sense of direction and achieving personal goals.

[@bobafett5757]

Family support is far more important.

[@learningtho582]

@@bobafett5757 didn't say it's not important

[@bobafett5757]

@@learningtho582 Then why didnt highlight it ?

[@learningtho582]

@@bobafett5757 I wasn't writing an essay professor

[@Sea2121abuuba]

@@learningtho582 you could have respond better

[@strawhat1575]

i was desperately waiting for this

[@mayericachong7331]

Same

[@thenub1]

Saneee

[@AngstyTheBand]

same. the hidden videos were triggering me

[@najmiroshid1325]

Sameeeeee

[@farhanroslee3772]

Same bro😂

[@incognitoed9188]

Seeing the people in the prison actually realising their mistakes and want a chance to fix them makes me truly understand that people can change.

[@TeaCup1940]

@@toontoon8039 Not all are willing. They show the ones who seem to be willing and who wanted to be filmed as well.

[@brianlacroix822]

lol ya only that this is these guy's 3rd 4th 5th 6th custodial sentence ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@flouritecest]

Hearing Khai talking about his childhood was really heartbreaking. It clearly traumatised him and his expression was so cold when he said he wanted to tell his 3 year old self that "it will be ok" :( Really hope he's coping better now

[@janicetan4626]

same thought. Hope he will keep reminding himself to stay strong for himself.

[@shermanlow]

Really informative and insightful series for outsiders to be educated how our prison functions in rehabilitating the inmates. Can't wait to see 4/4. Hope CNA can consider to do a follow up on life after the inmates have been released. Kudos to CNA for the excellent production.

[@somerandomfella]

How does prison rehabilitate? After their 2nd, 3rd, 4th return clearly you can see that the system doesn't work.

[@ElDavidMiguel]

@@somerandomfella agreed! I also would hope for a documentary about the people on death row for non-violent crimes in Singapore

[@felixisaac]

​@@ElDavidMiguelYes, would like to see that documentary. This has been very informative and entertaining content and would increase public awareness of the prison system in Singapore. How effective it is and how we can improve on it.

[@felixisaac]

@@somerandomfella Maybe not the system but society? Am interested to hear your views :)

[@somerandomfella]

@@felixisaac In Australia it costs est $800,000 AUD per year to incarcerate an inmate. You could literally put them in a 5 star hotel and have 2 social workers rehabilitate them 24/7 for half the cost. Anyways it's not as simple as system vs society. It's a result of all. But to address your question. 1. Have modern work & educational programs relevant to rejoining the workforce & society. 2. Have early release incentives for good behaviours. 3. Have work release & home detention programs only for the well behaved. (This will ensure work & accomodation before release) 4. Get rid of the officer vs prisoner mentality. 5. Have incentives to clear criminal histories for certain crimes after an amount of good behaviour & progress. 6. Have set sentences so everyone can work towards the same goal of release. Currently you get released with a government cheque with accomodation at a halfway house full of addicts & no work and best of luck wishes. This is why there's a 80% recidivism rate in Australia.

[@santoshjanakiraman8907]

Boon Keng is such a good inmate that they named an MRT station after him.

[@smokeelite9719]

I'm very proud of Iskandar. Yes, he lost so much in life but once he's out, I hope he live a good quality life. As for Rusdi, dude if you are reading this please keep a positive mind and don't go back to crime, all you need is patience whatever u do.

[@TeaCup1940]

He does not want to stop taking drugs so his only solution in his mind is to move to a country where drug use is not criminalized.

[@APersonOnYouTubeX]

Rusdi, all I can say is you have been released, if u actually see it: Just collect snacks with part of ur pay, eat one every week or month, treat yourself if u need

[@astridhanl4861]

Srg muthan is an incredible persona and has an amazing attitude. So respectful, so kind, so engaged for his prisoners/people. As is the psychological staff there. What a world would we live on of it was run by people like that? A better one for sure. All the luck, support, blessings and health so Muthan and his family. He should become a teacher for others. And blessings to all ppl shown in this series.

[@chrisp755]

After serving 7 years of a 15-year sentence in Texas..... I feel all prisons should be ran this way. Truly groundbreaking rehabilitation is what we are all witnessing. Great job.

[@bobafett5757]

Nope cos the prison here is too tame and like a Disney prison so we need hardcore prison.

[@voidlr]

@@invalleria yup! i’m glad society is moving generally towards rehabilitation rather than just imprisonment or brutality for brutality’s sake

[@milkboysg4595]

@@invalleria cos the hardened criminals are ready to meet the noose man while people in the maximum security are not that violent

[@firdaus125]

Dont believe everything you see on Channel NewsAsia lol

[@nothing-iq7qn]

@@firdaus125 what should we believe in

[@bobafett5757]

*This entire episodes of Inside Maximum Prison is CNA most groundbreaking documentary ever produced so Well Done and Good Job CNA*

[@AndrewHahaLee]

Iskandar has insanely great positive attitude and a likeable personality. I wish him success and fulfilment upon release. I think he will really fit in to those careers involving working with people, events or even social work.

[@奶油饼干-c6j]

I admire iskander for his determination to study. At his age, he didn’t even get o levels, shows that he doesn’t have the opportunities outside which likely led to life of crime.

[@vandarkholme7759]

Yea trade schools are not a thing in Singapore.

[@Emp_Ress1415]

I've been waiting for this. Thanks to all inmates who bravely shared their journey to us. May you always have the strength and positivity in life. Great documentary, CNA! Very interesting.

[@M4G4M4N]

As an American that has been incarcerated three different times and have also turned my life around for the better I have really enjoyed this series. Thanks CNA

[@c.a.s1900]

Keep up the great work!! I have faith in you that you will continue on the right path. May God bless you always 🥰

[@Lawrenceang87]

God bless u Gordon, truly.

[@M4G4M4N]

@@Lawrenceang87 thank you, you as well

[@M4G4M4N]

@@c.a.s1900 thank you

[@JB-hb7fd]

Congratulations man! That's awesome to hear 🙌 I wish nothing but the best for your future!

[@kurogax]

The personal officers Muthan deserves a raise/promotion for the way he approaches and treat the inmates. Now I'm eagerly waiting for the last part.

[@bobafett5757]

All Wardens and Officers in this documentary deserve a raise and promotion for their professional approcaches and treatment to inmates.

[@shah5524]

@@bobafett5757 Dude wtf is wrong with you? You're always trying to diminish the goodness of Sergeant Muthan in every video and how well he treats the inmates and how attentive he is to their needs. Do you have a problem with him? What's your motivation for always downplaying his achievements?

[@bobafett5757]

@@shah5524 Dude wtf is wrong with you forget your medication is it and why are you so triggered when I praised all the Wardens and Officers in this documentary to get recognitons so whats your problem with them cos I like all of the Wardens and Officers in this documentary so you jealous is it ? DuhLosser

[@muhammadzulhusni6876]

@@shah5524 kid, him praising other officers is not him pulling down officer muthan’s goodness. In fact, he’s pulling those other officers to the same high level as officer muthan. No one is downplaying anyone’s effort. In fact, you are the one downplaying the other officers and staffs by not recognising theirs. Go back to watch youtube kids and hopefully you wont see others’ comments in a negative way

[@sgyoutuberfanpolice6086]

That's why he's a seargeant

[@bobafett5757]

*Kudos to Rashida the Lead Psychologist for all of her commendable and noble efforts in giving unconditional pillar of supports to the Inmates and I strongly believe she is one of the many reasons that hopes for a brighter light at the end of the tunnel is always possible for all the Inmates in there*

[@motherpigeon1582]

Mmm sadly they fail to mention one thing and a reason why so many people in Singapore are diagnosed with depresion and ADHD from really young age.

[@qarnkobes3745]

Kudos to Rashida. But how did you make your comment in bold font?

[@leonmakenzie7972]

I was literally scrolling my KZbin to see if a new episode has been released... I would never believe how addicted I am to this

[@bobafett5757]

Dont get too addicted cos its not healthy.

[@somethingisbaking2401]

Were you as anxious and stressed as Boon Keng while waiting for the next episode?

[@toasty1641]

It’s nice to see that at least the inmates are treated rather humanely compared to other maximum security prisons

[@bobafett5757]

Nice cannot be too nice cos this is max prison and not staycation.

[@vandarkholme7759]

It's for the camera. They don't show u those who commit violent crime or those on death row

[@sgyoutuberfanpolice6086]

@@vandarkholme7759 Are you blind or not? Can't you see their crimes? are they not violent enough for you? And you cannot see Iskandar is on death row? This is much better than most other maximum security prisons in other countries

[@tongliangwong2108]

@@sgyoutuberfanpolice6086 iskander is not on death row

[@nimeimei1931]

@@sgyoutuberfanpolice6086 iskandar not on death row bro

[@leonmakenzie7972]

It's beautiful how the prison allow inmates to have a chance to study as well so as to prepare them to intergrate back into the society, kudos to the Singapore system.

[@alvinmath]

@Xiya Noma 19 hello can u reply me pls pls pls

[@bobafett5757]

@@alvinmath Prison will reply you.

[@rgravi]

I heard some great authors wrote books in prison. And they are not from Singapore...

[@bobafett5757]

@@rgravi From Ubin is it ?

[@voidlr]

@@rgravi Those are more like POW prisons, like Wittgenstein’s Tractatus Logico-Philosophus, since Wittgenstein went to fight during WWII and was captured. Not sure whether they’re even allowed to write in this particular prison though, because they might send messages between each other and stuff. And the difference is that those people were in prison either because of war or political stuff, they already had ideas they wanted to write about and thus could work through it in prison. Or uh we always have Hitler and Mien Kampf, but I wouldn’t call his living conditions a “prison”.

[@enganntan6969]

Thanks to the inmates and their families concerned who were willing to show up in front of the camera..they must have taken a lot of courage to reveal their stories..respect.

[@KFCLOVERMY]

Iskandar and his mum have such a lovely relationship. Poor woman having to see him there. I'm glad he has a second chance and the support of his sister and mum.

[@TheYeti_97]

Really rooting for Iskandar. Can tell he's thankful for his second chance!

[@bobafett5757]

I am rooting for Khai and BoonKeng.

[@smj7246]

Hearing Khai’s message and encouragement to his young self is powerful.

[@desireeactionz]

One of the best series from CNA - Very informative, eye opener. Great to know how the prison is helping the inmates to change for the better through counselling and supporting them so that they can integrate back to the society.

[@weian87]

Thank you CNA Insider for this wonderful insights into the daily lives of the individuals within the prison facility. My father in law retired after working as an officer in the SPS, and he shared some anecdotes on his time there. I do wish all the inmates, even those not featured, all the best in the future.

[@Bu5es]

Singapore learnt a very hard lessons in its founding years regarding how volatile inmates can become in a prison. In 1963, our first offshore prison would also become a last when inmates overran a prison on the island of Pulau senang and eventually burnt it to the ground. The government learnt the lesson of how crucial mantaining a strict yet humane prison system was and over the next couple decades would go on to develop prison complexes across singapore...from paya lebar to admiralty. However to standardise operations/etc...most of these prisons were closed and inmates then relocated to Changi after a major expansion in the late 2000s.

[@Khaimi_ni]

You watch sneaky sushi?

[@Bu5es]

@@Khaimi_ni yes

[@motherpigeon1582]

So sad they haven't learned that there are consequences of such a strict system in normal life.

[@implorapace]

Wow the emotional work they do is profound. I really hope it will help them to take good care of themselves and their loved ones. I truly enjoy this!

[@ampmskm]

If you get an officer like Sergeant Muthu you are always going to be a better person. Never seen any jailers so humble polite and respectful 🙏🙏

[@therealthawjug]

trust me , inmates arent as bad as you think they are .. true to the saying of white to white , blue to blue .. but inside inmates dont usually be rude to officers .. only when they push inmates limit ..

[@Khabib9-z8w]

Seargenant Muthu shud be Superintendent or something he so genuine and sincere in the way he engage to the inmate like a wise big brother

[@sleepy2942]

You look at these inmates and they’re genuinely sorry for their mistake and wants to do better. A lot of respect and motive is what’s shown it’s just so respect for them. While here in America for the most part it’s the complete opposite.

[@beepbeep237]

tell us more

[@MelissaAndersonTheFutureLegend]

Finally... Part 3 ! It's been 84 years ! Thanks CNA !

[@sunchildtine]

you want your tea with sugar or no sugar? :-)

[@KarenMarielle]

I hope Iskandar does better when he's released! I hope he can use his learnings to grow as a person and also reunite and make his family proud~

[@Qoonutz]

Excellent series. I have been waiting for episode 3 for days! Episode 4 pls come soon! If CNA can do an extension episode for post release of some of the guys will be great. I hope the guys can really restart their lives. They seemed motivated. I certainly hope the society gives them the support too!

[@madanarathimadangopal5890]

Once again an excellent insightful documentary DNA. Wonder how we can park this lived examples in the education syllabus ...Sgt Muthan is so grounded & respectful. I hope the officers have good self care as their work can lead to burn out too.

[@bobafett5757]

Agreed in fact all of the Wardens and Officers in this documentary are so grounded and dedicated and respectful towards the inmates so lets wish all of them as a team a good health.

[@hallizaf]

I’m impressed with the programmes and structure in prison. It must be mentally tough for the officers, the Teachers and psychologists too.

[@SteuXanadu]

Hope CNA can come out with some behind the scenes footage showing how production crew work especially being inside the cell and having to work from very early in morning all the way to late at night. That is some hard work

[@cecilfc3740]

I admire how this country has their program for their prisoners. I love this documentary.

[@toteswurmelein]

I love how the one guy sounds quiet proud when he explained, most inmates are drug offenders and come in skinny etc and get out fit 😊 I like the whole documentary so far, how respectful the officers are and that the inmates trust them. I hope it's not staged for the camera team but it's the reality.

[@luckyxpunk]

Amin ya rabb al Amin. To my brother Iskandar. Sy doakan abg & keluarga terutamanya mak abg dipanjangkan umur, diberikan kesihatan, diberikan kecekalan di kehidupan abg. In sha Allah. Sy percaya abg akan berjaya bila keluar nnt. Di mana mana pun punya kehidupan utk abg. Rezeki Allah swt tu luas. Barakallahufikum to you abg Iskandar to his others inmates. Tabahkan la hatimu abg. 🤲🏽.

[@bobafett5757]

For sure Iskandar will be a better person when released.

[@sitinurain5701]

Aamiin🤍

[@aazznnaa]

Aamiin! Yes go get the degree and lead a better life

[@bobafett5757]

@@aazznnaa Degree in what ?

[@najihahnajwa8757]

Aamin. Semoga allah permudahkan segalanya

[@bonetoad]

I was riding my BMX and Khai was on his skateboard at Somerset Skatepark. How time flies. Khai was really good skateboarding.

[@bobafett5757]

Khai is really good looking when he was slim back then and he appears to be a nice guy I pray he will be a better man someday outside.

[@darriel8028]

Iskandar is actually so inspirational especially from a student’s pov

[@thatkoalabear]

Thank you CNA for this four-part series ❤️ really happy to see the inmates improving and becoming better versions of themselves. The officers are also applauded for demonstrating discipline and care everyday to lead the way

[@JB-hb7fd]

In all the prison docs I've watched I can honestly say this prison is the most humane I seen. OK so they still do caning but then a doctor is ready to go to treat them after and even offer painkillers! This is an example of treating them like individuals and having support systems in place but making sure there is still accountability for wrong actions and giving them help to improve their lives.. even dietary requirements are taken into consideration like...wow.

[@bernadettedevereux4489]

I'm impressed with how respectful everybody is,inmates ans prison staff,teachers etc alike.It's good to see.

[@fiddler8595]

As a foreigner living in Singapore, I have so much respect and admiration on how the government runs this country. They do their best to ensure that noone is left behind. I have yet to see homeless people or beggars for that matter. Everyone's safety and wellbeing is the utmost importance. Rules and regulations are very considerate. I've lived in other 1st world countries before for work and believe me, things I mentioned is not common outside SG.

[@fiddler8595]

Just to add, yes noone is perfect and no government is perfect for that matter but compared to what I've seen, this is one of the best, if not the best.

[@fatinliyana1289]

Owhh mann finally, ive been waiting for this after watching episode 1&2 😄

[@incognitoed9188]

ngl the rehabilitation is probably one of the best that I have seen after watching so many documentaries.

[@grumman020]

Fantastic series. Thumbs up!

[@laoshufen91]

Graceson looks legit behind those violence history I still think he's a pretty solid dude to hangout with he just needs to get rid of his social circle and mixed with the right ones. Not so sure about boon keng tho.

[@bobafett5757]

I am more confident in Boon Keng than Graceson cos he seems to have lots of fire in him and can easily be triggered.

[@mar_man813]

I feel bad for Rusdi. It seems he hasn't yet accepted how drugs are harming his body, his relationships with others, and his ability to live an enriching life. As with most people who still haven't accepted the reality, he's likely hurting from something deep inside -- some hole, some emptiness, something causing him to chase energy/greatness through meth. He needs a dedicated drug rehab program with a line of therapists to break through that wall. His gf and mother can't on their own.

[@tommyfield8449]

I do agree.I do hope his mom keep encouraging him but she kept saying 'don't work the same job'. Yes that same job that land her son in jail due to a fitness senior who introduced him to drug,but that doesn't mean every fitness company have bad workers. So if he like being in fitness,why not support rather than discouraging him? He has not accepted the reality,so the mother need to give him positive impact rather than be negative because he kept saying that he always get job like being a delivery driver which he didn't like. Then she should tell him why she doesn't want him to be in fitness or why it ok to be a delivery driver. People like Rusdi need more support especially from his family.Yes they are happy that his family come,but please try not to nagged at them,rather give positive impact on them.

[@timngim583]

Blame it on the white people who seem to glorify drugs

[@dragoon6915]

When he mentioned about how meth kept him working 4~5days without sleeping , indicates that he was using drugs to boost productivity with his hustle, not something you'll hear from a typical getaway from the harsh reality junkies who abuse purely for pleasure. The consequences he gets for using meth is a long term in a prison which puts his productivity to 0 that negates all means for his abuse in the first place thus he's making a horrible decision. Back in the 1950s meths were openly used among high profile business personnel to cope their schedule with their exponential business growth (even now in some places)and when under control, it does no harm to the surrounding people. Only thing he doesn't realize is, now that meth are heavily controlled EVERYWHERE on this earth, relying his productivity based on meth's energy is not a reliable option yet he doesn't seems to get that (eg saying he'll move out to other country). Doubt he'll change for his life because to him, life without meth is too slow and boring. Used to do volunteers at rehab facility back in my student days but a pleasure seeking junkie due to their harsh life circumstances are more likely to be able to get out from the spiral than those who abuse with more productive purpose.

[@omarelimarath]

This is the best part of this documentary and really appreciated the SG government and the officers and the law inside the prison. Every prison make even good one to be a very bad one once he out from the prison to be worse then before when he go back again to prison but this documentary should be reached for many countries youngsters and adults

[@OEL35]

39:50 If the officer doesn’t put in numerous repeated requests, any normal people will get pissed off too. It’s not disrespectful at all:/ Here the distortion of time is so real for inmates. They have simple needs and a day’s wait can feel super stretched. Officers also have to be taught to put themselves in the inmates shoes

[@walterwhite4969]

That's the thing that makes me mad

[@hothpeter]

What his personal officer told him is also true. There are ways to solve things and there are also times that things may not go your way but violence is not the solution.

[@OEL35]

@@hothpeter I agree. And so he went to speak to a different officer and also did mentioned that he didn’t want to see that officer so that’s quite a feat too. He’s controlling and is self-aware too

[@krischang4653]

Sergeant Muthan actually handle the inmate's psychological wellbeing more professionally than the psychiatrists.

[@bobafett5757]

Both of them did well in handling wellbeings of inmates but the psychiatrists have the upper hand cos they are the real professional also all Wardens and Officers are equally professional and I salute them all.

[@AndrewBarsky]

Compressing the 4 year course into 1 year to allow more potential students to enter the course and to encourage only those who really want to learn to join is a big brain play!

[@rosliahmad7034]

Mr Muthan is a good listener and soft spoken.Love his character

[@letitialiew247]

What a heartwarming documentary to watch.

[@th3Cov3rt]

Worried for Rusdi, I want to have hope for him. But he has said in his own words that he wants to use his passport to travel to a country to take drugs. Meth is dangerously addictive and can kill him. His family genuinely wants good for him. But he still really is addicted to the meth, he misses it so bad. And he even will behave extra well in prison so he can be released one day just to get it back in his use. Substance abuse.

[@sharonozvenom]

I fear for Rusdi. It seems he will be back on the drugs when he gets out. Drugs truly destroys people and their families .

[@Love.Nuralynn]

Soooo did he tavel out of sg??

[@LeaZalehaSix5]

@@Love.Nuralynn I wonder too. He so eager to get out of Singapore.

[@janicetan4626]

Rusdi said the drug he took is to reduce water retention (what his mentor told him). He blamed it on this country that disallows the use of drug. He seesm naive and did not recognise the harmfulness of drug on him and the potentially bigger problem that will eventually ruin his life and affect his family and people around him.

[@ctashlambert6814]

Such high quality documentary, bravo, very nice to watch, an eye-opener, cannot believe this is even made, showcasing the situations, operations and stories of prison in Singapore, some scenes quite lighthearted too, not all serious and scary~~

[@vegafria59]

I'm worried about Rusdi it seems his mind still looking for drugs.

[@bobafett5757]

But he loves snacks and candies more now so dont worry ok.

[@deathroll914]

Excellent doc! Wishing the best to Graceson, who gets released soon. The last few months are the most difficult

[@ElDavidMiguel]

Great documentary!! It would be even more interesting to talk to the death row inmates that are in Singapore prison. However, I truly doubt they would be allowed to participate. The people on death row for non-violent crimes are the real victims of the system. So sad, please give them a voice.

[@wueiboei7666]

Do consider adding other languages subtitles so more people can enjoy this series. Once again, good job CNA!

[@nahlakhushboobunny4497]

Iskandar And Graceson, Are Really Trying Hard To Better Themselves, They Are My Favourite So Far.

[@BeeBee-nx9zi]

This was very insightful. Looking forward watching part 4!

[@lindseyc.g1249]

this is the first and only documentary im invested in

[@sharonjohn9430]

Seems like it’s better to be “inside” to educate oneself - free, no need expensive classes and fees and no distractions! 😀 Ps: Hope someone hires Iskandar!

[@keithsy3100]

I salute to singapore government and to those people who are working hard on this cases for the betterment of each individual. The sacrifices and dedication to lead these people to a better world is not an easy task. I would also like to call the philippine government to watch this, the stories of each individual and the system the prison they have well organized, proper planning, attitudes of prison staff towards the people and evrything. I admire on how they treat and teach them to be ready and to became a good citizen after.

[@WilliamCheangSingapore]

Claps for Iskandar for his change in life-direction, plans and attitude. Hope he will make it outside and employers give him a chance to start right. But, Sadly it seems like there’s high-chances that Rushi is going to be back to prison because he never change; as in never change his attitude to life. My personal advices to Prison-Counsellors, I don’t think self reflection to induce changes is enough but also needs force-input-programme to force inmates hate their past and then be determined not to be who are were before. And of course that also needs to be supported with after-prison-job and social-integration programme. These inmates are not kids nor teenagers already, they had been through a stuff/unfortunate circumstances in life that created/built/led to their current situation. So ‘happy” counselling will not stay with them after they are released from prison, why, because they will forget all these ‘counselling’ when facing with real daily life stress ie money and human interactions.

[@chanzixiang]

We are all victims of our circumstances, shaped by society which we have built and live in. It's okay to feel pain, rage and agitation. But to reduce our suffering, we must cultivate the skills to be mindful of our emotions. It's not enough to ask your family and friends "how are you?" Ask "how are you feeling?" Only then can we truly construct a joyous and happy life in our minds free from fleeting pleasure.

[@scalerper4523]

I accidently clicked on the first episode but then got hooked

[@LupusWarriorBreeze]

I subbed to this channel yest while watching the 1st part of this 4 part series. I watched all 3 parts that were available along with several other vids on the channel and must say that I can't wait until part 4 is released tom! Ur documentaries are very well done and I'm glad I found ur channel. Keep up the great wk!! I'll be waiting for that notification tom!!😊

[@ellee2937]

Great documentary kudos to CNA i am a big fan of all your stories this one is eye opening showing the vulnerability & challenges of both inmates & prison staff, the govt did a good job on providing all the activities & psychological supports to rehabilitate the inmates hope many countries would emulate this & good that its in 4’parts so more indepth exploring the lives of the inmates & their families struggles, in the end they r all just as human as everyone else they may have been sentenced but they also need love & support of loved ones even though some have tough & thuggish exteriors wish them all well & more positive outcomes from their incarceration, i wish all of them & their families well & God bless

[@Sunset553]

My brother needed the kind of help and restrictions they show in this prison system. He died, having always been a drug user, angry, but hurt like a child at the same time.

[@STRANGExDAYSx]

I like how the producers focus on just a few prisoners, gives real insight on they're lives. Hello from USA 👍

[@tokendiva]

I am thoroughly enjoying watching this four part series, thank you for sharing.

[@AbhishekYadav-jc8io]

I hope CNA will make a documentary on after prison life on these people and pay them well so it can help them

[@Its_Nellllll]

Always remember “No one can change you unless you need change your self”

[@yette1403]

I've waited for this Part, I even set a Reminder on my phone so that I can watch it.....🙂😍

[@miyathequeenant6679]

I was waiting for part 3 and finally here it is... Basically, my honest opinion, when you are inside, all you can think of is too change... They called it "angin dalam and angin lua is diffrent" but once you released, its a total diffrent story... Only the persevere ones, the ones that have full family support can finally change, but those who lacks of it, defenetely will make a U turn in... What im trying to say, all these inmates, they really needs family support, positive friends to allow them to lead a new lifetyle... All the best to them.... Part 4? Ps: im once from there thus i can relate....

[@murgeshpillay7078]

Time for the prison officer to get a promotion. If you are watching this. Keep up the good job bro!

[@bobafett5757]

Agreed all of the prison officers and wardens did a great job and should get the promotion they deserve.

[@nenelala1.]

Iskandar is so exciting to watch.. am so glad he's trying to be better ...

[@exxon54]

This series is well made and feels very real and unfiltered. i was not aware that the Singapore prison system is so strict when compared to other prison shows on TV.

[@jrrosario1528]

I'm still waiting for the part 4. It's good to see how they handling prisoners in their country.

[@gdc6397]

solid work CNA! i really enjoyed this series!

[@TmTrinidad35968]

We see and appreciate the prison's support system in the person of teachers who motivate and counselors who genuinely care and do their best to help and give very useful advice whenever it is needed. Learning to discipline themselves by gaining focus and self control especially with regards controlling negative emotions will certainly help the inmates in facing challenges in the outside world. Plus, giving them a chance to improve themselves and empowering them through education gives them much hope and courage to look forward to being released from prison, a much better version of themselves and taking control of their lives.

[@prairierider7569]

I love this series, much respect from Canada. This was. A random recommendation on my page,mi love it, now I’m watching the 3rd and fourth instalments. Canada sure could learn from your system. But I would be in major trouble in Singapore, as I have 2 knee replacement and have a sleugh of disabilitating disease, I could not lay on the ground.

[@ronmerson6986]

I cannot get over how the people who work with the inmates show compassion and care. If you go to jail in the states it seems like most of the people who work there hate their jobs and don't care or listen to the prisoners, like everything you say doesn't matter and it's in one ear and out the other

[@sufianmaroni378]

Sergeant Mutthan needs double pay raise. He's the type that the jail need to hire. To the rest, i'm rooting for you inmates man. Don't look at the past to repeat or regret. Use it as a platform to step on and move forward ahead just like going. up the stairs. Thats how life is. We all make mistake and we definitely can change for the better. Find your weakness and work on it. You CAN!!! And to the fitness inmate guy..... yow, go back to be a fitness instructor la. But, don't need the drugs eh. Also hey if you maintain after three years outside, at the same time do freelance fitness instructor pon boleh per. Just think of your mom and consequence sure boh you can do stay clean.

[@saajidahglenn-salaam3132]

Inspiring to see prison ran with compassion and dignity.... The States ought to take notes !

[@itsstans75]

The thing you need to understand about most inmates is they are excellent liars. They will say things that make them look and feel good. So if you ask them if they regret their past actions and will they change over a new leaf, every single one of them will say Yes. But as one prison officer said, most are good inmates but not good citizens. The moment they are released the temptation and urge to commit those crimes again is extremely strong. Most have little education and skills to make it in today's competitive and unforgiving society so they tend to go back to their old ways. And when they are caught again, they will say things like life is unfair or they are innocent of the crimes to begin with. I think only a small percentage of these inmates actually do turn over and start afresh once they are released.

[@mommy2libras]

You would be wrong- Singapore only has around a 22%- that means the large majority do move of with life and do not reoofend and return to prison. The reason is most likely because of what we see here- the programs and support they receive to help them learn how to better deal with conflict and adversity and job training and such. On the other hand, the US has around a 75% recidivism rate within 3-5 years of release- almost the complete opposite. Some prisons offer job training or education programs but many don't. And there's almost no attempt made to rehabilitate as far as mental health. So we just keep turning them loose, knowing that about 75% of them will be back, many having committed some act of violence towards another person. Tough on crime my ass. If people really wanted a solution they'd change the approach because obviously the one we're using doesn't work.

[@itsstans75]

@@mommy2libras a friend of mine served 3 months time in prison several years ago for a minor offence. When he was out I met up with him and he shared his experience in prison, the routine is pretty much what I saw on KZbin. He also shared with me stories about the people he met inside, one was a drug pusher who kept insisting he was wrongly accused and imprisoned. Then there are loanshark runners who like to brag about their 'stories' giving him the feeling there's a high chance he will reoffend. But that was just his guess. As for those programs and skill trainings the inmates probably can apply for low pay jobs like delivery men or drivers, I honestly do not put much stock in the Yellow Ribbon project.

[@ferexx]

@@mommy2libras but this series focuses on the maximum security inmates and many of those featured here are on their 4th, 5th, 6th incarceration. those that are in once and never returned probably will manage to turn around. sadly, the ones here are probably the 22%...

[@adrinzainuddin8513]

15:33 Iskandar wakes up 430am and do prayer everyday (tahajjud), no wonder his face is more radiant (nur) than most of us out here....

[@imdurmac1]

I am hooked on this show!

[@SA-sj6hr]

Iskandar will succeed InshaAllah may Allah bless his mother and sister... Love from Luxembourg ;)

[@timothywoo7994]

Serving prison is not hard. What's hard is when they are released from prison. The social stigma is the death sentence for them. How many companies are willing to hire an ex-convict? For them, being inside prison is much better than having freedom outside. At least they won't face discrimination and the social stigma outside.

[@SpongeBobSquarePants89]

iskandar seems passionate building his future rusdhi still want to enjoy happy go lucky