Off The Record: JohnnyChang and His Relationship with His Dad

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Special Thanks to Our Guest & Friend:
Johnny Chang
• Instagram: / noscriptfellowship
Cast:
• Hosted by Ryanimay
• Commentary by: Joe Jitsukawa, Bart Kwan, Nick Dunn, Anthony Lee
• Edited by Candy Edits: www.candyedits.com
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[@lil_rata6994]

Everyone looks so invested and so am I. Would love to see this man back when he has a chance.

[@moewuw]

indeed, it was a certified hood classic

[@lostweat]

He's also on the Under the Influence podcast and MacTalk (China Mac's Podcast).

[@mvthemostvaluable3972]

Johnny’s story about his homie not smoking weed and then having the same life but ending up completely different and his life being way better gave me flashbacks but I also had this realization not that long ago and it kinda broke my heart made me wish I never started smoking or getting around gangs and stupid stupid stuff cause it did ruin my life. I had so much potential when I was young, I gave up on myself before even trying. I didn’t listen to anyone when I should have slowed down

[@manchuk1d]

It's crazy for me i was that kid who grew up around that exact lifestyle and seen all kinda of drugs, i was asked to try whatever drugs i was asked to join whatever and when your surrounded by all that you want to do it also but whats crazy was everytime i was asked or came close to it i got this BAD gut feeling in my stomach and i would just say no.

[@AsianCurls]

@mvthemostvaluable3972 that sucks big time. I know this probably won't mean that much, but you remind me of the epilogue of the book "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents": (paraphrased and my take on it) gaining awareness of these problems is like living a second life. Having the chance to live 2 lifetimes in 1.

[@bethnichols2875]

As Johnny's story shows. There is a way to turn things around once you see what needs to change in your life to make better choices. It is like a song I really like called "Some people do" by: Old Dominion

[@xqzt5510]

My mom told me “it’s never too late” she’s dead now and that still rings over and over in my mind. Must be the truth if her advice is still resonating.

[@HiddenAgendas]

@@manchuk1d Yep same here. I grew up in LB and was around gang members all the time. But I never did the drug shit or drank as much as they did. They did laugh at me but I didn't care. Because when I drank too much, I would get a mad migraine and it would ruin the entire night for me. I went clubbing a lot and had the ricer shit too lol. I now own 3 boba shops and own a rental property. While some of my friends are still back in the hood shit and barely making a living. I no longer have contact with 80% of them. They were invited to all my boba shops grand opening and none showed up. Oh wells.

[@SmoothAF]

I could listen to this dude for hours so much wisdom in an unconvential way

[@Deeznutz...]

Frfr

[@mxndo619]

Johnny is one of my favorite guests you guys had recently. Him and Jason Cheny. We need more of them

[@KristineTran]

Yes!! I’m so glad you made this comment!

[@hobomug1]

Bless you Johnny !!! I watched your interview on soft under belly. It’s amazing how God work in you and your family.

[@bethnichols2875]

Amen

[@j03yyy]

Johnny fits in so well with this group, plz bring him back!!!!

[@GYSMelanie5]

He's so wise. I'm a huge over thinker. Wish I had someone like that pastor to break shit down. That's amazing. He's just an incredible man with an inspiring story. I'd like to know more, hope you have him on more.

[@Lalalalalalalalalala_100]

This was so touching, I’m so glad him and his father got salvation. God bless you.❤

[@tylerwilson6013]

We need more of johnny he would be a great part of the show

[@aMaezing_Mae5]

Really appreciated Johnny being so vulnerable, seriously his conversations were so insightful 💖

[@ruthbajela1246]

Never thought I’d hear the gospel shared, even in part, on jk. Johnny your testimony and ministry are incredible❤️ I wanna say at thanks to jk too, I was a kid from London when I started watching your videos. I don’t think there’s anywhere else I could’ve gone to learn about the culture you guys grew up in. And then hearing about how you guys grew up but from a faith based context is wild. Hope you bring Johnny back🙏🏿

[@ruthbajela1246]

*hearing about it in hindsight from a perspective of faith. Conveyed with so much wisdom too😤🤝

[@EdisonChau]

Johnny seems like such a nice guy. Happy to see him laugh with the boys

[@AvatarRedbull]

the overthinking vs deep thinking got to me! I could listen to Johnny for hours

[@tonydatu]

Yesterday I scheduled an appointment with a therapist for the first time. I just wanna say that Im thankful for coming across Johnny’s story.

[@victoriaskyful]

Johnny is such a great person. I could listen to him for hours. I would love to see him on more ❤

[@kennynguyen5910]

i was waiting for someone to talk about bart's tattoo when johnny was talking about fear T-T

[@jasin95]

I can never believe in Christianity but what Johnny says is really good for life in general

[@ServingVibes]

That's how my husband thinks. I'm a Christian and he isn't. May I ask what turns you off from religion? He thinks it's just something to keep people in line to sum it up.

[@1Mikamika7]

@@ServingVibes I can’t speak for Tostino or anyone but, I can see how it’s the way Christianity is portrayed as good and sin, heaven and hell turns people away. That black and white concept leaves out the grey area in between and when people question it, someone will naturally try to sway them towards one side. Black or white, good or bad. Leaving out the “grey” out of the picture. When really we are always going to be in the “grey”, we are the totality of black and white, the big picture. Because the idea of having to be good to get into heaven can give the impression of perfectionism. Which can have a toxic impact on one’s psyche if extreme. Gives off a very dictatorial oppressive system rather than focusing just on, being? Hopefully the analogy makes sense lol.

[@divinelymoowah6104]

@Tostino what Johnny says is great for everyone because the pastor utilized wisdom on human (being) nature, and passed that onto Johnny. Now how the pastor ties in stories from Christianity is how he (pastor) connects his faith in the religion and passes it on. I say this to break down why it makes sense to you (not that you asked lol, so sorry [although not sorry..?] for unsolicited opinion) and not to convince you to convert or anything in terms of changing your opinions.

[@ServingVibes]

@@1Mikamika7 I get what you're saying but you can be a good person and do good things but if you don't believe in Jesus than you still can go to hell where as they say that's what Jesus Christ died on the cross for bc we're not perfect. He did that bc of our sinful nature so in that sense it doesn't make sense (if that makes sense, lol)

[@1Mikamika7]

@@ServingVibes For sure, I see that perspective as well! But it’s also proving what I said earlier. There’s always a ultimatum. Why can’t good just be recognized as good? Why must people who have done no wrong suffer in hell for eternity, or especially if they haven’t learned or encountered the Christian faith or don’t have a concept of Jesus yet? This is a loaded reply, you don’t have to respond to all of those, this is just something to put out there :) But again, this subject is relative to one’s personal experiences, so it will differ for everyone. 🙏🏽

[@priscillakang1]

I can listen to Johnny forever. Super inspiring

[@JiZzKizZ_]

Ryan gave Johnny full undivided attention through out the whole vid. Respect.

[@kiarademoner]

I have seen countless of people’s lives be changed by the word of God including myself. Johnny’s testimony is a perfect representation of it. No matter what you’re going through God can pull you out of it. I hope his testimony pulls more people towards God.

[@greenwidow]

I have a very different past/life experience than Johnny but I can relate so much, please have him on more! This is such a great discussion! 🙏💛

[@fellyf89]

These have been the best videos. Def bring him back 👌

[@JayJay-cw3cg]

Johnny's story is amazing, when he talks, he saves your soul

[@DamnAwesome]

I really hope Johnny can come back he's such a good speaker and his stories are so good!

[@pa1773la]

I love to see Johnny again with these bunch and I hope Steve could join too.

[@AaronHailesPerillo]

I'm from the Philippines 🇵🇭 and we do ministry in prisons here just like johnny said and man its amazing how Christ can change a person's whole life. Prison here is rroouuggghh, like detainees here would probably think prison in america is a vacation. But man in those prisons you would never think that you would meet the kindest men ever. Johnny is 100% percent right, Christ changes everything.

[@emaan4227]

I literally watched his interview with ‘soft white underbelly’ the other day and his story was amazing.

[@marbury77]

Powerful testimony by Johnny and excellent topic everyone can learn from ❤

[@maximustitan8171]

Another great Episode with Johnny Chang. This is a free lession from Johnny and I really appreciated.

[@JoshuaPark505]

We can learn a lot from JohnnyChang, very insightful

[@ServingVibes]

That's how I always thought too. I was terrified to ever try anything but alcoholic father drug addicted brother so I never wanted to do that stuff. I was always the prude, goody goody, but I'll take that any day.

[@kramzaid4720]

Glad to see that you add a serious topic into the mix on your channel. Even if entertainment is the crux of your channel - you also have a chance to make a difference to those who make up your audience without being "preachy". In my opinion - this is by FAR - the most impactful video you have ever made. Props to you and Johnny Chang. You both are making a difference to our community.

[@JJ-cl7nu]

Johnny story with his dad is so inspiring

[@eterrones1010]

This is so amazing. God is speaking to the JK family through Johnny. He has such a wonderful testimony, and God is so powerful. I love how he introduces Jesus in such us beautiful and peaceful way. Never shoving it down on peoples throat. It is his calling to share the gospel of Jesus. May God bless him and his ministry.

[@jefegarcia921]

Thank you Johnny for sharing your story. Glad you guys had him on. Because I can relate to Johnny and Joe. Had shitty parents and was beaten. Had to deal with gang shit cause im from Chicago. Got into drugs and eventually became a dealer myself. Caught my first and last case in o7. And became a felon. Thought my life was over. Fast forward to 2023 I'm a business owner, own place, own car and it's paid for. I take care of my mother and are relationship couldn't be better. God is good. He's always on time. Not your time but the right time. THANK YOU AGAIN JOHNNY. CONTINUE TO SHARE YOUR STORY. MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT 🙏🏻💚💯💯💯

[@crystalk9545]

Love Johnny. Please have him back more 🙂

[@oluwaseunnijja]

This was very moving

[@dawithaile9747]

Imagine Jesus and Johnny on the same episode lmaoo

[@DemonFox369]

Bullying in Korea is crazy if you read manhwas, watch dramas and read their social news

[@KJ-ek2ze]

If this guy's life isn't turned into a movie.....maybe there is racism in Hollywood, this has the potential of reaching so many people. I am glad he met that pastor, and I'm glad he had it in him to tell his story. Done right, this is an academy award winning film.

[@Dave_of_Mordor]

there is a problem here. his life doesn't fit the stereotypical asian male, they'll probably give the role to a black person since it fit them stereotypically

[@robertct06]

I feel like Joes life and Barts life is too

[@stevevang03]

I want to listen to a broadcast with just Joe and Johnny. I can listen to them talk about their stories for hours.

[@Amarimccray_]

I loved this. It’s taught me so much and seeing his other interviews seeing how god is using him. God bless. Hope he comes on more

[@sabymarie1116]

Thank you Johnny for this. I been feeling like I'm spiraling. Friday night had a couple beers and did a bump and the next day I felt crazy. Like I wanted more and I was scared of myself. I've done all those drugs you listed 3 years ago. I don't want go back to that so last night I went to hang with my family. Everyone was drinking but all I had was a water and sprite. Today I feel calmer and those thoughts started creeping again so then I sat ate and watched this video. You give me hope.

[@LauinaCha]

I needed this. ❤

[@bethnichols2875]

@22:30 right there is why Joe doesn't feel the need to address drama. For he knows, and those closest to him know, his truth about who he is, and the kind of person he is. And that is what matters the most. I can relate to that.

[@Orlyproxy]

My favorite guess you guy have had on in a long time.

[@Mykeynikey22331]

I feel what johnnys saying about trusting yourself and getting into trouble. My cousins all did wild shot growing up, except for me. I went through the same trauma, but I was scared, so I stuck to the path I knew was safest. Ironically, im the one that got left behind. I was the good kid so no one was worried about me when they still definitely should've been.

[@chad-tacular]

Great job JK on having Johnny on the podcast & giving him a platform to tell his story. How do I get in touch with Johnny? I’d like to have him speak at one of my events that I’m involved in. Please share the info. Thanks!!!

[@chanistheman]

Thank yall so much bringing johnny here

[@hihihiyo12]

Johnny 🔥🔥

[@fampham571]

So insightful! 👏 Johnny!

[@leonarbro_davinci]

Great episode. Props to Johnny for sharing, I know some of this must be difficult to open up about. Great insight also. Cheers from a long time viewer in Canada

[@m2kay42]

Johnny is soooo 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@SoundlessFantasy]

Johnny must make a comeback these were so relatable

[@nicholasengle8833]

Really insightful stuff man

[@panouleex]

I need this pastor! Great stories, Johnny.

[@dragonmaster3022]

Johnny you are a good man, people do change. Keep up the good work brother. You remind me so much of myself when i was younger.

[@IHappyChicken]

Such an amazing story!

[@EugeneLiu10]

25 minutes of absolute gold

[@anthonyyoo1934]

Grew up in Monterey Park, North Hollywood, Granda Hills, Ktown... with an alcoholic dad... parents who were never there... I'm 39 now... man... listening to this series with Johnny... feel so connected with this

[@lionelldalguntas]

That was nice and relatable. Thankyou. God bless everyone.

[@EASTCOASTNATURE]

Man this is such an incredible episode

[@K-Choi]

I’m glad I’m not too late to watch JKN just this year as I remember I happen to stumble a short of this vid but didn’t get the chance to find it way back in 2023 but found it now

[@Calida]

Wow incredible story 🤯 I feel like I have a lot of introspection to do after watching this today

[@mealea98]

Omg can Johnny explain more of the pastor's teaching about life. The part he explained about his dad and the pastor. That was amazing learning.

[@DPMAce]

As a fellow asian american man, I enjoyed this video very much. Great stories and incite

[@thomaschristopherwhite9043]

This is why people attach themselves to religion or a movement or my favorite, Jordan Peterson, or stuff like that because it will blow your mind how many people are walking out there without any direction. As JP said all someone needs is an encouraging word.

[@Art_Codex]

We had a classmate in elementary who was like a nerd and he never really acted cool in any way and I've recently discovered he is now a CEO of a real estate company.

[@bertmclin]

Hmm the last part. When Bart said he can’t drink or lose control of his mental state due to PSTD. I felt that man 🙏🏿✨

[@stellahaynesworth5833]

They feel like they have to be on guard at all times even at a party. That's ok in this world now. I like the guest they have today, explains situations of his childhood and how he dealt with it, so interesting

[@willwalker6670]

Great interview & amazing testimonies;, the scripture was also spot on.

[@NEK711]

Anthony wrapped that video up so well❤

[@v3e001]

I think imma quit drugs now. Thanks Johnny. Lol. This was a great ep.

[@kielephant]

Lmfao Anthony at the end 🤣🤣

[@michaelro5257]

I hope Johnny will come to JK News and Off The Record often.

[@jansentahimic5344]

dam this ep hit different

[@Unforgivenn]

I hope theres a Part 3,4, 5

[@chantzgnad88]

A very wise OG once told me that my reliance on self...he explained it as playing God...would always fail. Human power would not solve my problems. Think that's what you boys were touching on at 12:00 talking about too much confidence or trust in myself...I always new best...I always had the right answer, I was never in the wrong. It was always about me. Until i understood that my broke ass brain couldn't magically learn how to heal itself, I stayed screwed. Thank god for tough eye opening reminders from Earthly Angels. Keep doing the deal, fellas, and much love to you and yours 🙏❤🙏

[@1Mikamika7]

I’m Buddhist, but it’s amazing how the advice that Johnny gave is expressed through Christianity but those same teachings/concepts parallel those in other religions + philosophies. It doesn’t matter what you believe or follow, there’s truth in all. As long as it comes from a place of love and understanding for one another that’s all that matters. 🙏🏽🤍

[@mr.dakamd5444]

Divine.

[@JoZe23]

Lol! Joe: I was not that's smart! 😂

[@aedhcnef6083]

The conversation about bullying and how it made them feel. Depression… “why are you happy if I’m not happy” 😔❤

[@Calida]

Johnny's friend at 12 yo refusing smoking was the kid that DARE actually worked on 😆

[@VD82282]

I watched all of the videos that Johnny did with JK. And I’m impressed he is such a good speaker. Hope to see him on Jk more and goodluck to his new life.

[@fatfitnessvang299]

Johnny story matches almost every 90s asian kid

[@CAlferez]

I didn’t touch alcohol or drugs because I didn’t want to live like my dad or uncles. Now that I’m older I’m glad this isn’t how I cope because I work with people who say they need a drink after a hard day. Not saying that’s bad but, somedays I have a bunch of tough days and I can see how easy it is to start a habit. People thought I was weird but I’m happy with my choice. This was a great talk hope you guys have him back as a guest.

[@rosenancy3382]

Ok so who is this pastor who helped Johnny n his father so much!

[@Instakhamz]

I can relate so much except in norcal im glad life got turned around. I roll with BD in the 90s its so interesting lol. I thought I would never hear these stories esp on KZbin. Totally invested in the story definitely be a good movie.

[@CuongChanster]

Reminders of the 90's early 2k of Asian gang life

[@josecarrillo8561]

Bro I head a dream where jk started filming like an actual news anchors, they had suites, titles at the bottom, but they of course kept their comedy

[@adamdrakestudio]

Trusting yourself sounds more like denial but I get his point

[@extrasoap4881]

i prefer a higher loci of control with my thoughts and behaviour, so i prefer to think i own all of them, both good and evil, but whatever helps you live your best life, i think

[@adrianramirez8329]

idk when everyone started watching JK but i feel like we've all grown a lot together lmao. Yall be having some real convos in the comment section. Stay Blessed Everyone!!!

[@acogkill66]

damn

[@pmo873]

damn i need to meet this pastor

[@ClownAl3n]

Who here as an "alcoholic parent" 🙋 Who is is doing okay/good in life. 🙋 Who wishes they could help their parent, but their parent hella refuses any help. 🙋😭💔

[@seraph741]

Damn...I had no clue Joe grew up in this type of environment.

[@shawnjoshtejano7286]

DUDE I WOULD LOVE TO SEE JASON CHENNY AND JOHNNYCHANG TOGETHER T___T

[@shawnjoshtejano7286]

in a episode

[@jen8932]

I'm 36 and grew up with gang bangers in the Philippines late 90's and early 2000's. And yes, I totally agree that you can be stupidly confident and trust your own self o you can choose not to do things because you're scared o you don't trust your own self. I have cousins who chose to be gang bangers, but I didn't. I have cousins who chose to be addicted to something that would ruin their lives but I didn't. It's because I didn't trust myself. I didn't join my cousins. Growing up, we had the same family background, poor, parents always fighting, or broken family, or older siblings/cousins or aunts/uncles are bad influencers, older folks alcohol (part of every day lifestyle), less educated (not finish high school or college), unstable job, abused by parents verbally or physically (too strict) or sometimes negligence (busy parents, no time for kid). Because of those things, I have a fear of having the same life like my previous generations, and if I did it like my cousins, then I would end up like my old folks. I chose to be educated, I chose to find good jobs, I chose to be busy at school, and church. I was always outside the house too but I prefer going to the library or church or school activities, instead. I have more stable life than my cousins as of the moment because of my choices by God's grace. I am actually helping them right now (and their own families, 6 families to be exact) to be away from poverty and addiction. They just now realizing it (in their 30's) that their should have not trusted their own selves in the past and it was so stupid of them and now their families are suffering from what they did in the past. Right now, little by little, they are becoming mature or stable, or focusing on communication and providing love as well as foos for their families. God blessed me with resources, that's my I'm sharing it to them. They were surprised and emotional when I started helping them. Little by little they are changing, thank God.

[@AG-yb2tj]

Johnny fine though!