INMATES VS STAFF IN PRISON

[@JL_1997]

I literally had to rewind the video when you said you lost a child because you said it so casually that I thought I misheard you. I'm a father myself and from the bottom of my heart I am so sorry that you had to go through the worst thing a parent could ever have to endure. I gotta say,the way that you're able to move through some of the worst situations in life with such a positive attitude is truly inspiring

[@blackberrybunny]

I don't know why your post doesn't have more upvotes, @JL_1997! Well, you just got one more from me. I heard him say it too. Strong man, right?

[@nettieforce1]

I am sorry for everyone's loss! I have a boy (40) and girl who will graduate college at 22. I love them both so much!🌹🌹🌹

[@happlad7735]

Same here, man im sorry…. Shit

[@bonnyblue9399]

So very sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine the pain of losing a child.🙏🏻

[@amybrown4985]

I'm so sorry for your loss. But I commend you for staying sober. You have all of my RESPECT.

[@infdox9051]

respect for a con yeah

[@slightlyamusedblackkidfrom9153]

@@infdox9051 just because you are a criminal doesnt mean you are a bad guy. it always depends on the circumstance

[@infdox9051]

Yeah, right, except the sexual criminals who are always bad guys for no reason? I don't think sex is the worst crime@@slightlyamusedblackkidfrom9153

[@Teefs]

Former CO here, married to a retired Police Officer... You are 100% correct. Bottom line, inside it's all about respect. Give respect, get respect. At the end of the day, COs are vastly outnumbered...why any of them get badge happy and fly off the handle, I'll never understand it.

[@silencedogood8800]

Because sociopaths flock to occupations where they can act out their cruel tendencies and not get in trouble. Most C/O's belong in those cages right along with those they are tasked to keep from escaping.

[@Teefs]

@@silencedogood8800 Truth. Corrections certainly has its fair share of sociopaths and psychopaths on both sides of the bars. I know my prison actively tried to weed out those COs and staff, but it isn't always easy.

[@silencedogood8800]

@@Teefs And therein lies a huge flaw, the courts too are strewn with ego tripping public servants trying to make a name for themselves at the expense of those they convict. The majority of the American Population are not criminals and are treated as criminals BECAUSE criminals lie and therefore everyone is suspicious of crimes and guilty of being a criminal BEFORE any trial has commenced, which often does not happen since the DA bullies and terrifies people to take deals. The system from top to bottom is rigged with metaphorical duct tape and thumb tacks, house of cards benefiting the few at the expense of the many under a BS premise of violating codes which never were actual laws to begin with. If we were to strip down a good chunk of convictions to their core offense many never deserved hard prison time to start with. Guards can say "I'm just doing my job". But weather you knew it or not you were complicit in lots of shady doings by sheer accident if not on purpose and just looked the other way. One of the major ways to start weeding bad public servants out would have to start at the top and would take DECADES of putting judges, DA's, public pretenders, cops/detectives and every form of public servant in prison right along with everyone else when they do wrong. It's very difficult to weed out the bad when the weeds are doused in miracle gro while the flowers get fed with clay.

[@livingfreeoutdoors3033]

That’s so true Im a ex con been in trouble with the law since I was 10 only doing good maybe 6 months now but I’ve always shown people respect who respect me I use to take disrespect to a whole other level I’ve shown up at cops houses after they disrespected me but when there respectful idc if I’m in the wrong I’ll take it and go peacefully but moment I’d get some lip I’d lose my mind banged up a few cos but there’s also a few cos I really wish I could contact and just thank for being a soild person in a place full of fakes

[@PatrickAyotte]

We can tell many stories about our fellow COs who got what they deserved and those that actually had inmates save their asses

[@DrajinnTheOnly]

As a former CO, I have always said that the job is to Enforce Policy. The Inmates know the policy better than any CO, so if they get caught it is on them. As long as a CO maintains a profession respectfulness they will rarely have problems. I did it for 7 Years in a Medium/Max... the only problems I ever really had were with the mental health inmates. Glad to see JD decided to change his lifestyle to stay out of prison. This video should be seen by all new COs.

[@izukumidoriya924]

Well like on the streets when you commit a crime you gotta lucky doing what they do, but a cop, co, or an law enforcement only has to get lucky once and catch in the act

[@artvandelay48]

I was a career criminal as well for about 12 years while I was addicted to heroin and meth. I’ve been locked up many times. I’ve always hated COs more than I hate police. I do understand that they are just doing their job but in my experience a lot of them are huge dicks about it. Once a CO refused to tell me what time it was. I asked him whenever he passed my cell on his rounds and he just ignored me. I felt so disrespected. Fuck that guy.I’ve met more than one CO like that too. It’s like they think they’re superior to us inmates to the point where THEY WOULDNT EVEN GIVE ME THE TIME IF DAY. Literally. After that guy I develop a strong hatred towards COs like I said.. WORSE THAN POLICE in my eyes. I’m sure not all of them are that way but those guys ruined the reputation of all cos in my eyes.

[@ryanmcmuffi6137]

When i was in lockup as long as the guards treated me with respect they got it right back but i was on gang range so the co's knew what was up and they didnt wanna start shit with any of us. We had one super chill dude that would let most little things go and dude was funny af he actually gave a fuck about us we werent just numbers to him anyway he was one co that we looked out for

[@notsure9853]

I spent 12yrs as a military police officer and after Iraq I worked at a prison I could not believe how horrid the staff was to inmates I always treated every prisoner fair and same everyone . Other staff set me up and got me fired .. I miss my pod and I hope that those guys have come home and straightened out there life's ..

[@JC096-27]

What were ya a social worker 🧐

[@notsure9853]

@@JC096-27 no military police

[@ritabarry2581]

My Aunt was a prison guard in Alberta Canada and she was working in the hole. She was good to the inmates. They called her mom. Too bad some people easily get power hungry.

[@williamgrissom1995]

Oh man, I'm so sorry to hear that. Losing a child has got to be the worst thing that can happen to a father. Prayers for you man.

[@gchris1642]

Some one once said that there’s no cure for pedophilia. I said, “sure there is, acute lead poisoning” 😂😂

[@keithmoore6334]

👍🏾. Absolutely correct

[@ChristiColonel]

Cutting off their hands, can't grab shit or kids

[@waylandforge8704]

I'm not in the US and our system is a little different, but after 20 years as a CO I can vouch for these words of wisdom. It's just a job, not a calling from God, leave your ego at the door.

[@waylandforge8704]

Australia@@badboycrew1

[@richardruhge2764]

My father was a CO for 32 years. Then assaulted a handful of times. Once stabbed by a crack head visitor acting crazy in the parking lot. I'm going to make a video for you. I grew up on the penitentiary grounds being close friends with inmates. When I was eight I started getting my hair cut by the prison barber. It was a very unique upbringing. Inmates Talk me about prison politics. The difference between inmates and convicts. How to trade and barter favors for cigarettes, in exchange for skining fish, skinning dear. It was a 2700 acre farm.. trustee inmates did all of the farming, lawnmowing, and many many things that I'll tell you about. I would not change my upbringing on that prison or anything. How many people can say they are very close friends with people to a life without. I love your stuff and keep it up! I will try to promote you as much as I can. Congratulations on sobriety and Changing your life .

[@CubanB1978]

Love to see guys get of jail and really commit to making a real change. Salute to you bruh.

[@ronlong7447]

Intelligent and common sense words for both LEO and inmates. You should also focus on high school students; there are many that need a dose of reality who are walking the line. And congrats on your rehab and recovery! More such programs should be in our jails ... Signed , a retired Sheriff.

[@Teknofobe]

My prayers are with with u, JD. Stay strong my friend. I do feel ur pain. 14 year's ago. My Wife & i lost 2 Son's. Keep them alive in ur heart. There's a native American saying that goes. "People die twice. The first at the end of their life. And again when their names spoken for the last time. 🙏 And ur right? Ur not in prison to be punished. Ur there as punishment!

[@thejmc4074]

I am sorry for your loss, bro.

[@MultiMightyQuinn]

You have one heck of a forceful personality but the energy is so positive it's infectious. Love the content, love the comments, can't wait to hear what you come up with next. Thanks for sharing your stories.

[@infdox9051]

He should have never left his prison

[@thevalorousdong7675]

You should've never left your father lmao ​@@infdox9051

[@flyingfox8360]

Bro i found your channel thru one of your shorts. and binged a good amount of your full lengths. I love the work your doing bro. One love.

[@windiwallace3442]

A friend of mine is a CO up in Washington her job is working the parole section she's a tiny but extremely respectful. Her husband is huge they call him Sasquatch. I mean the guy is just huge and extremely scary quiet. She told me the story guy was coming up on parole and he was giving her all kinds of attitude cuz she was asking him about placements rehab job things like that. And he got really explicit with what he was going to do to her when he got out. There was another inmate in the hallway that heard him saying this to her. She calmly did her next interview. And then called her husband as he was getting ready to call her he got a call that there was a fight on the floor so obviously doors got locked and all hell's Breakin loose and the guy that threatened her spent two months in the hospital then he went to the hole for six months for fighting and threatening her. When you got out of the whole her husband was his escort a very quietly whispered in his ear don't ever threaten my wife. Sasquatch had a reputation quiet calm but don't make him run

[@jackboysen2373]

I call bullshit. There is no parole in Washington.

[@windiwallace3442]

@@jackboysen2373 she works on the Parole Review Board which they do have since they don't have parole but they do have Parole Review would you go to at the end of your sentence

[@donkeypunchout]

And that is the exact reason why these guards should be locked up just like the inmates..these guards say the same things to inmates the only difference is the guards are sick in the head because they assault inmates just out of boredom to have some excitement for the day and get no punishment or consequences for it..I know of a guard that rap** a female inmate and she filed PREA (prisoner rap* elimination act) paperwork on him and the other guards threw her in the hole until she said she made it all up and she even had proof but kept it quiet until she got out and now she is getting her revenge and that scumbag CO still worked her unit for another 6 months until he messed up and they transferred him somewhere else to do it all over again..some of these guards are worse than the inmates I am surprised they did not try to give her another 5 years for assaulting him because they will for them assaulting you..who would you listen to and believe a couple guards or an inmate? So even if you are the one that does get done wrong you cant do anything because we all know the cameras seem to not be working when a guard did a boo boo but you better believe it is always working when an inmate did the boo boo it is funny how that happens..I have seen and heard it all these officers should not be in the same class as human beings because they are far from it..those CO's that lie and stand by when a bad CO is doing foul things is just as much a POS as the one doing it and should be treated as such just like the criminals get treated if not a more harsh punishment should be handed out to them..I bet the CO in your story did exactly what he said they do beat the guy while he was cuffed because we do know they are cowards that hide behind the badge like most cowards would..it is sickening the things these guards do I am glad that some inmates make videos about it to show and bring light onto the situations..

[@windiwallace3442]

@@donkeypunchout I think you misunderstand me there sir because it was the other parolee that took things out of their hands not my friend or Sasquatch. Scott Sasquatch worked his own unit and one of his Parolees actually lives across the street from me here in Texas he knew exactly who I was referring to when I drop their names and he was like yeah Sasquatch big quiet guy but don't get stupid with him. And her she just doing her job making sure when you get out to get your s*** together so you can be successful and not be on the revolving door. Yeah I know there's dirty cos.

[@gongrunt]

Bitchs don't belong in a man's facility....period.

[@jacobgamer4245]

I’m sorry for your loss man may they rest in peace

[@roserosavelt7149]

Hey man, your so passionate of teaching people what goes on inside of the unprecieved reality(prison) I think it's a good way to inform others and a way to keep people out if only a few. I'm proud of you and I'm proud to be your subscriber. Keep it up champ.

[@jessebell1930]

Bloody hell mate I feel you. We lost our son in October '22. 13 years old. There is nothing worse than losing a child. Am so glad you got past it buddy. It's vital to do so but it is so fucked to do. You feel like you're betraying their memory moving past it. Anyways massive hugs from Down Under Bro👊

[@kevinballentine7316]

Good message brother. Drug and alcohol counselor here. I think you be really helping some people. God Bless.

[@cjwwefan]

Glad your back JD! I’m sorry for your loss bro. Happy to see the longer videos back btw!

[@exidy-yt]

So glad to have you back! I discovered you during your recent short-form period and am so glad that I decided to check out your long-form work, because it's fuggin awesome. Glad to be a subscriber, and while I am so sorry for your loss and proud of you for not going back to meth because of it (drugs are my first escape route) I am looking forward to your fresh long content. Stay strong, my man!

[@kielquigley8015]

Bro so sad to learn of your loss. My family suffered the tragic loss of a child last year and as a grieving father myself I’m sorry it has to be this tragic experience we share. God bless you and your family! One love!

[@rodneymeadows7658]

Sorry to hear about your loss; stay on track! You've got my prayers.....

[@Ninjaknight81]

No parent should ever have to bury their kid much love glad you're back.

[@rhondamcferon9014]

I am so sorry to hear that you lost a child. Sending prayers and healing vibes !

[@allansmasterspowerlifting.390]

Sorry for your loss. Great content. I got sober just over eight years ago. In Illinois state prison. That’s where I did my first 10 1/2 months of sobriety. It was a starting off point of me getting my life back together. And getting back into the iron game. Since and now I’m 54 I have completed 10 times in Powerlifting. And have broken 28 different records in many different state and also world record.

[@thereilneid2868]

I'm really sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts & prayers for you, your family & beautiful young child 🙏 You are an inspiration & you've helped in my continuing fight w/addiction. Thank you & much love from Detroit.

[@kennethgreene7124]

God bless you man. Sorry for your loss. Losing a child is something no parent should ever have to go through.

[@breaking_bear]

Fun episode brother. My condolences, I can't imagine that kind of pain with losing a loved one. God bless you and your family.

[@nicabla9435]

Sorry to hear about your loss. I couldn't imagine what that feels like. I have 3 daughters. You have to be strong as hell. To be able to come back an not be mad at the world. Much respect bro. Love you man. I'm new to this channel.

[@ayoitzsergio]

i’m sorry for your loss man

[@squirrelytrav1]

Im just now seeing this...i sent prayer just now for you and your family my brother on the absolute heartbreaking loss of your child. And i say for you and your family because i don't know where you're faith is but you're child is most definitely in paradise. Im send the love that i am able

[@drakefischer5451]

Nice man I miss these videos, I’ve been going back and rewatching those videos from about 2-3 months ago

[@brucewaynecredit3447]

Inspiring to see a loyal Die Hard family first kinda man put on a smile and keep it moving while grieving. This dudes a straight soldier. Much love big guy 💪

[@hildahilpert5018]

Oh I,m so sorry.I took care of my late parents, and I can understand your loss.Know we are all here for you.

[@_Jim-Jim]

I'm sorry to learn of your child passing. I couldn't imagine the pain. It's ok not to be ok, but it's never ok to quit. Keep pushing forward brother. 💪 Never been in a cell longer than 4 days, but I enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

[@tontobb8956]

Condolences to you and the family for the loss mate

[@nickcox5820]

Bro we love you and I'm so sorry for your loss... I lost my dad when I was 11 and I dont have any kids yet but I couldnt imagine that pain. I hope somehow you find a little peace with it but I know grief is a lifetime deal

[@andycanavan211]

So sorry for your loss brother. No parent should ever feel that kind of pain. 🙏

[@matisyahubenabrham770]

My condolences bro. My heart goes out to you. It's never easy to lose a child or a family member. Thank you for keeping your head up and keeping your s*** together. I'm pushing through life's not easy but you are f****** killing this game

[@krystallinecestmoneau1358]

Your take on the prison indus complex is so right man ! Real truth !

[@stomon2670]

I'm sorry to hear your loss, you are strong boss thank you for continuing to stay positive!

[@PheobeKate-1111]

I'm sorry for your loss. It's a loss we share, my heart aches with yours.

[@feralcat3241]

I'm so sorry for ur loss God bliss ur child and u for staying strong and not falling back to drugs

[@grantclouse8410]

Sorry for your loss JD. Keep up all the great work!

[@themysterycook7320]

Your child died. how very very sad. ...you have bounced back from a very dark moment Big J.D. well done!!

[@jersal9162]

You seem like a legit, genuine person . .I wish the best for you and for your channel to grow

[@brittany.harden]

I absolutely love your upbeat rawr in your face kind of vibe. It is so entertaining and just draws me in. I know you've probably heard it over a million times and we'll hear it over a million more but congratulations on your sobriety. Congratulations on turning your life around and becoming successful with a wonderful family and a happy life. 💜💜💜 keep doing you!!! I first saw you recently on a JK video, the first video I saw of yours on your page was where you were explaining that you may be going back to jail and what happened. You seem like such a great stand up guy. If you and Jax are ever in the Disney area, I would love to meet y'all. I'm right here at Polk/Lake County area

[@stea1thfight]

CO for over 10yrs now... Respect is key.

[@tizza963]

Much love Everyone 👍🏿

[@daniellewillis2767]

Omg so sorry for your loss. Stay strong brother.

[@jeanettewilson3195]

I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of your videos that you do even your shorts are very helpful. I have a boyfriend in prison and he's in prison, you help me to understand what he's going through when he talks to me about some of the stuff and I didn't understand it until I started watching your videos. Now I understand. Much Love Denver Colorado.

[@Tandemi]

JD, I want to say thank you for sharing your experiences and for your work as a recovery coach. I’m thankful I sobered up in 2011; alcohol probably would have killed me. Every one you reach out to matters.

[@roguegen5536]

I'm sorry to hear about your loss, man.

[@KevinHollis]

in time bro, and its never easy facing a loss, bro, positive energy your way and to those that need want. we got you, bro, you got this, we got this

[@brandoncowley868]

😢I'm sorry for your loss. As a dad, my heart breaks for you. May the lord guide you through this tragic time.

[@tztezza]

Rest Easy Brother..Your Son would 100% be proud of you my Bro

[@bradheath4200]

Great video bro. Prayers out for you on your lose. Remember that they are the lucky ones. We are still here. At the end of the vid you talked about the need for programs to "fix" inmates. You are absolutely correct. That and make it less profitable to keep prisons and jails full. Too much greed feeding. Thank you bro.

[@MINE92183]

My God, I am so sorry for your loss of your child. Unfortunately I can relate, and you seem to be taking that extremely well but I know that shit is hard.

[@mach1mustangguy992]

Sry for your loss my dude. I can’t even imagine. Lost my pops recently and I feel you man I’m just now getting back on track. Much love and respect bro

[@DixieNormas16]

Sorry for your loss my G. I know that pain unfortunately

[@stephenomallie1659]

Bro, sorry for your loss. Condolences

[@AnthonyHausman]

My deepest Condolences JD.

[@roseweaver3226]

Our condolences for your loss .thanks for making your videos

[@mdouglaswray]

LOVE your stories.

[@shawnmckeage6740]

sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers

[@thomassullivan6710]

Hi JD, I hope the people who have authority of the prison system is watching and are making changes based on you're messages. Any time the government is involved with anything it's ALWAYS the wrong way. Thanks again JD. TS

[@ShannonFowler-w6i]

Im sorry for your loss and we in NW Detroit are hearts are broken for your loss

[@peace-love-on-the-right]

Dude your so cool!!!!! Thanks for your channel and being REAL. We need more that here on the Tube.

[@OurRightspluslife321]

Sorry to hear of yours and family's loss.

[@joshkline6095]

Sorry for your loss man

[@disturbedK0]

dude i respect your attitude man so sorry for your loss

[@hldemdude2005]

My condolences on your loss. I am glad you are on the mend. Please take time to grieve. I'm glad you are out and doing good in society.

[@roblindsey3751]

Brother, the fact you're back this quick is a miracle. Lost my daughter, my only child, 15 yrs ago and it still has me screwed up more than 9yr in Army and 1 1/2 yrs in prison put together. Hardest thing anyone can go threw is losing a child, sorry you had to join this group brother.

[@selfdo]

You BOTH have my sympathy. Spent a great deal of last year, driving 2x-3x from my suburban Sacramento home to Stanford where my oldest son was, hanging onto his life through a bad bout of pancreatitis. He did recover after FIVE MONTHS there, and several months afterwards at home, where I helped with taking care of him after work, he's back at his job and much better. I count he and I BLESSED, and feel for those that had to bury one of their kids every the more for it.

[@colinlichtenstein7163]

Sorry to hear about your loss

[@jjlawnservice5229]

Sorry to hear about your loss man can't Amagansett what it feels like to loose a chiled prayers

[@ys1876]

Oh lord, so so sorry to hear about loosing a child. That’s a tough one that I hope I’ll never have to go through. 🙏🏼

[@bradiuszero5077]

Sorry for your loss. No parent should ever have to bury their child. I cannot even imagine the feeling even after the fucked up shit I have seen as a CO that has gone down. That is beyond all that shit and again, really say to hear you lost a child. That's fucking terrible. On another note, I may be a CO, but I have recently found your channel in the last week or so and I have mad respect for what you are doing. Keep it going man - your content is gold and I really dig your sense of humor and the passion you put out there.

[@danielcreppel5760]

Sorry for your loss brother.

[@kahgang8499]

Just subbed man i found you on shorts a few days ago and you literally look like and sound just like my dad man he went to prison for involuntary vehicular manslaughter when i was 9 and kuz the family of the victim was really well known and rich he got 10 years and he got out on good time after 6 years came out a dad i actually enjoyed being around and that i could respect

[@kathybrown8681]

Sorry for your loss my friend

[@darcreave2683]

Always a good day when we get a long form JD video! Maybe we can get a video about the biggest dudes you ever seen in your time?

[@MariaFletcher-bf5pk]

Hay JD. sorry for the loss of your child. may he or she. rest in eternal peace 🕊️💐

[@johnd6006]

Hopefully everything is getting better for you man and hang in there love watching your content

[@jackiejoe6701]

Preach it JD. Amen.

[@nikkimckenna340]

My dad worked in a catergory B prison in the uk for 20 years and looked after many convicts even high profile ones. My dad always said to the them when he ever first met them that if they respected him he would respect them back and it mainly worked for him. He had a few broken noses and broken fingers from breaking up fights though, but nothing directed at him. Sending my condolences to you and your family with much love and hugs xxx

[@neilx4334]

10:00 -13:00 was my favorite rant. Just stumbled on your page and am digging the message so far. Keep up the good work.🙏💚

[@Joe_Goofball]

Sorry you lost your child--God BLESS you and your family...

[@carlcopeland6804]

You know I can always hit a “ like” before I ever even watch your channel. Keep doing what you’re doing man.

[@NicholMiller-bs6su]

I just love the way you think JD!! Much love and respect for your and your family🤗🤗 I am currently homeless in NJ well I'm in a motel, but still maintaining sobriety, and look forward to meeting you if you ever do a speech here I will be there!! But just enjoy your videos emensly and being a survivor of sexual assault from the age of 3 until even up to two years ago.....I appreciate what you are doing and thank you for making Chomos pay again!!! Thank you God bless you😘💙💙💙

[@amouellette81]

So sorry about your child man. No one should ever have to go through that. I’m sorry.

[@Ninaof4]

Idk if you have done a video yet on becoming institutionalized in the system (specifically kids/young adults)but I would greatly appreciate it if you could. I have a family member that started getting into trouble young and in and out of facilities. This was a direct result of abuse when they were a child. They have been in and out of prison since 18 usually with long stints at a time. He doesn’t understand how to live outside of those walls anymore. I wish there was more help for the young ones going in and coming out. Thank you for what you do and the help you give others.

[@markmathiasen2290]

New subscriber have seen a few shorts sorry for the loss of your child no parent should have to go through that

[@jp8159]

I’m sorry to hear about your loss.

[@cking4375]

Thank you bro. Keep up the great work.

[@jonathanjohnson8486]

Worked twenty years as a CO.. I have been retired over ten. Not a east or west coast state. I have been watching your videos. I can say i have seen 99% of what you talik about. I know it is true. Keep up the good work! If it keeps one kid from doing time it is all good! If it keeps one offender from reoffending its all good! Recidivism and institutionalization are real problems. RESPECT!

[@tonyravioli1982]

I am sorry for your loss, I hope you are feeling, and doing better!

[@DianeBenoit-o8d]

My deepest condolences for your loss.

[@Joshua_DeMoss]

So sorry for your loss.