Prison Guard Reveals Daily Life Inside California MAXIMUM Security PRISON

[@theconnectpod]

Amazing interview with Hector! The first (ex) cop to be featured on The Connect. Show him some love! Support our sponsor: goldencricket.com/ Promo Code: Connect Spotify: spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/qSYkHA6IHzb

[@brians7901]

This should be cool

[@elveheim]

Great

[@JSp4wN]

Yo Johnny, just wanted to say thanks for sharing all the stories and transitioning into a full time podcast. I know allot of what you cover is human pain and suffering but I gotta say I really enjoy the work you're doing. I spent my youth (teens and 20's) doing criminal shit so I can relate to most of this stuff and I feel lucky/ blessed I was able to get out of that lifestyle (your content is a reminder that I made the right choice and the struggle of being law abiding was and is worth it, considering the alternative) Thanks bro. Cheers.

[@xistedxxx]

link to hectors youtube dont work

[@tonyspilotro2611]

Johnny the joke at it again with the internet lies. Come On already. This shits getting to be to much that the stupidest people are questioning how u dod so much.

[@thatprisonguard]

Really enjoyed talking to you! Thank you for having me on the show! 🔥

[@Dimi374]

You are incredibly sexy!😍🥵🔥🤤

[@danceeeee1829]

Brilliant interview!! Thankyou for your time to come on the podcast. Really enjoyed it.

[@lin03434]

Hopping over to binge this pod

[@demsandlibsareswinecancer4667]

Keep the honesty coming bro. Someone has to have the balls to do it. We need people to understand that the criminal justice system of America is just that, damn criminal. And the only people who believe otherwise are those who benefit from it or who have never ever been involved with it. Much respect for what you are doing. Never doubt that no matter the subject, truth is God's Own Business and work.

[@TheDJOblivion]

1:01:25 how do you or others like yourself reconcile being part of such a corrupt system, a system that causes so much net+ pain and suffering to a large percentage of humans? In this clip you say "it was my job, i was just getting paid", is that all you need to justify being a part of such a corrupt system? Do you ever feel bad about it, has your family ever questioned your morality for it? I'm not trolling, I'm genuinely curious since you do seem like a good person, and I very much respect veterans. Although, personally, I could never be a part of something like that and still consider myself... morally sound.

[@TropicalBones]

Loved the interview. SUGGESTION: leave out the music sprinkled throughout. Photos were great but the music distracted from the conversation. The interview was interesting enough to stand on its own.

[@jordansaipaia7874]

Yes, the music made me think a break orcommercial was starting. It distracts from the quality content.

[@jeremyturner745]

The music is totally lame

[@2Less0is0More2]

I like the music. Didn’t at first, but it grew on me.

[@jordancouto9445]

AGREEEEEE 100% !!!!

[@user-qg8cj4zh5r]

I get the music, builds suspense in some cases, but when the guest is telling a story I think it should be just his voice being heard

[@--s--]

agreed 100%!

[@alechannan5741]

At least turn it down a small bit so it sounds like they’re actually talking over the music

[@heatherv9032]

Unfortunately I couldn’t get past the music so I couldn’t listen to the podcast ☹️☹️ too distracting

[@44Moe]

Over talking and he keeps interrupting the conversation

[@younicellular]

It’s so bad!!

[@greythoughts2408]

The Guest is 100% on point, you don’t ever admit you need to talk to someone about mental health and have a career in 2004. I speak from experience it damn near killed me.

[@AH-pu8iu]

Get rid of the music

[@OG_Loudermilk]

As a convict, I can respect the screws like him. It’s the ones who are super dirty or super straight that are the worst. This guy seems like he just try’s to do his job, not get corrupted by the inmates or coworkers, and make money and retire 💯🤷🏻‍♂️ great story man

[@tonic316]

didnt follow the rules. screw him

[@mcmuff1096]

this man is 1000% correct.... the inmates aren't the cause of most COs stress/problems.... its 99% the administration.

[@jacobboen7611]

Pretty sure the most problem is committing the crime in the first place.

[@j_rainsgoat3929]

​@@jacobboen7611😅

[@TinWooman]

💯

[@mstreech]

@@jacobboen7611 good call, let’s just stop crime, useful comment smart guy!

[@itsjp3941]

This is very true the administration cracks the whip on the workers more than inmates it becomes a never ending battle

[@timsmith6683]

I did 30 years a C/O in california, thank god i got out clean and did not get caught up in stupidity. I saw a lot of violence and was able to get a lot of insight into inner workings that many officers do not get. I started in 1988. One of the real reason there is so many issues is because people who have no clue are making policy, politicians making changes which are dangerous to inmates and staff.

[@mrj3217]

Bro kill the cheesy music. That just killed the authenticity man.

[@RobertRagland-bj6wz]

This conversation was one of the best if not the best I have ever seen in my life and I'm 59yrs old..Outstanding!! Thank You Johnny Mitchell for having Hector on your channel and Thankyou Hector for sharing all of your expieriences.. God Bless you both..

[@AkronKid330]

I take it you haven't seen much or heard much in 59 years? Lol

[@mstreech]

It was really good, f the haters, lame a$$ commenters.

[@kristi4842]

Such an informative podcast. More people need to know how the prison system really works.

[@brentfarvors192]

Those of us even wiser, know it's structured that way on purpose...Worst thing that could happen would be the inmates forming a coalition...All it would take is 3-4 prisons uniting that would cause the rest to fall...

[@mstreech]

@@brentfarvors192 how would this coalition topple all U.S. prisons exactly?

[@austinkeever1387]

Take the music out bro lol

[@jbllc6873]

Cut that stupid “for dramatic effect” background music playing at various times throughout the podcast. It adds nothing of value, if anything a distraction.

[@swill1020]

Kind of porno

[@gebhardt_53566]

Excellent interview, background music is distracting and excessive though.

[@briannyberg]

I second this. Knock it off with random music going in and out. Please!

[@AnthonySal]

i thought i had another tab open that was playing music until i realized Jimmy inserted it into his interview like a dum dum. Never again Jimmy.

[@lokihurd-pn7lt]

Shits fire

[@BostonsF1nest]

Dude there are so many stabbing and killings and beatings in California prisons- if they arrested everyone who did something there’d be no one left on the yard. Not to mention the more you crack down on the inmates doing what they need to do in order to maintain discipline and order amongst their ranks, you’re gonna set off a riot and the whole yard is gonna turn on you.

[@thatprisonguard]

Facts 💯

[@dannyk1568]

Thats wild

[@jasoninthehood9726]

Worry about Boston prisons. California is none of your business. Can’t stand East Coasties, buncha know-it-alls.

[@SuffolkPosse82]

Thank you. You explained California very accurately. Those outside of the state don’t get it. think if you traveled on the east coast from Virginia to Florida, you would experience so many cultural differences. California spans that same distance but on the west coast. To think that it’s one culturally homogeneous state is naive. From San Diego to Redding may as well be two different worlds.

[@kevinconjelko1309]

I worked in the jail for a year before going to road as a Deputy. Best training for being a Cop. You need to totally change the way you think of humans and the World😢 very hard to keep things in perspective

[@chaytonhurlow840]

I went to jail for 4 days. It sucked, but all of the guards were really cool. I appreciated it a lot. The inmates were also stand up guys, one of them gave me an extra sandwich. The only person there I didn't like was the nurse. She tried accusing me of being on drugs because my blood pressure was high. It was my first time in and I didn't sleep at all, of course my blood pressure is going to be high. Lol

[@LouiseAngelWings]

Great interview, well produced, and extremely compelling 🔥💪❤

[@chippie5785]

I’m not a CO, but I do know shift change is prime time for troublemakers. That’s when hell breaks loose at the inpatient mental hospital at which I work. The patients know it’s coming and they plan accordingly.

[@561yungin8]

Ehh most prisons lock u down on shift change I been to prison atleast in Florida they lock u down during shift change but that's on the compound

[@selfrealized]

This is one of the most interesting and engaging conversations that I have heard in a long time. Pure gem ❤

[@NevadaSmith2]

Did Johnny really not know what “ad seg” is?! 🤔🤨 He didn’t ask it like “for the viewers who don’t know” he asked like he genuinely didn’t know…

[@Mattt-gm3yu]

I was wondering the same thing? Ad Seg is a fairly universal term used throughout the world. Not like it's slang or something. Just a very strange thing not to know. I think Johnny is 60 Days in! 😮

[@Sandman27-88]

That’s the homie Hector. He’s a good man. Salute the vets and I support the wounded warrior project. If there’s one cause you guys can get behind it’s to help the troops and the wounded warriors are a great way to support. Also he’s one of the most honest people you’re gonna meet and straight up a good dude been through the ringer been through it all. Can’t wait to check out this interview. Much love for Hector.

[@James_Edward59]

Whatsup brotha, how do you know him? Salute to the 408 from the 209.

[@Sandman27-88]

@@James_Edward59 one of the first interviews he did was with me and then boxer we also hit it off got his number and everything he’s a cool good dude

[@brittanygray1740]

Another comment for the algo bc Jonny deserves not to go back to his old life lol

[@romeocarter5276]

@John Rambo your a dumbass 😂😂 this internet Money he making is great he don’t need to anymore he going to be richer as a KZbinr than a dealer in a couple years

[@finnvlasic7944]

hes a load of shit. who can back him up on all these lies xD

[@matthewharr6372]

Really glad he was on YMH. I needed a new podcast and this channel is perfect. Edit: just an opinion but the music that starts when the story gets intense is distracting. Loved the podcast.

[@hvysouldg]

I came to the comments just to say that same thing. The tense music is not needed and takes away from the conversation

[@dougfisher6017]

This is another great interview, man.

[@oscarp1800]

This has to be the best interview you have done so far.... Congrats

[@dtroutmann]

The Wisest man has made the most mistakes.

[@TheTTrickz]

Dope saying. Needed that rn.

[@brittanygray1740]

Let’s go dude the connect is such a fire show king is funny as heck

[@bigrcfromca1325]

@theprisonguard just want to say thank you for your story, I enjoyed listening to your honesty. Former BOP inmate many yrs ago, never went back again. I give it up to c/o's such as yourself , respectful. Others as you know, not so much.Thank you for your service as well .Ty

[@123blacksheep]

I really like the guy being interviewed i wish his mind some peace.

[@nopills1056]

Wise words by Johnny boy - "right, right"........"right, right ".

[@timtresch4848]

Hector would stomp Johnny boy out in 5 seconds flat. iraq war vet and 15+ year CO vs a wanabe youtube weed dealer

[@James_Edward59]

@@timtresch4848 Where did that come from? That’s pretty much a given what you stated.

[@jred1301]

Love these longer episodes, hope this is the new weekly 🔥

[@briantransue4521]

There is nothing worse than a quiet building.

[@NastyNate18B]

That's a baaaaad dude. Big respect

[@andrewjersey3633]

Please stop with the music

[@OldPrimate]

Agreed, its not needed the conversation is great without it.

[@randyallain8246]

Best prison podcast I've heard yet.. keep up the good work. Good information to see the life as a CO and inmate

[@thewise_1one856]

Its not a prison podcast 🤣

[@micheck212]

Hector! I got my tia to smash that subscribe button lol

[@Rucayadig]

Sitting here listening from Fresno.

[@jimisnotunique]

For the prisoners who died from COVID, it sounds like they were sent to the hospital, and died after being treated there. Lots of people died from COVID after going to the hospital. Doctors were giving the wrong treatment. . .

[@ScottyLo]

Great interview. Fascinating to hear about what really goes on. Listening to how corrupt and dysfunctional this prison is makes you wonder how the rest are.

[@1967KID]

LT- Hector doing good work and information they have good co's the system is screw up much respect LT-Hector .

[@SQTierHog]

Ret. Worked at San Quentin. Explaining how his dad was identified up in town. His dad got 'a pass''. First time happened to me, was pretty intense. Respect, earning their respect, treating them like human beings, because they are... Can be the difference whether you're allowed to go home after your shift, and I attribute the respect I gave day and day out, regardless of how I felt, stay consistent. Because I was that way, is why I was allowed to go home after every shift and ultimately, the fellas allowed me to retire. When they see you out in town, and you get that pass, it's a sign that you're acting the right way.

[@briantransue4521]

The only thing we controlled was the doors.

[@marsupialsrock010]

That's actually a really interesting point I hadn't considered. I knew a lot of LEO were former military, it makes sense that they wouldn't want to say anything about any mental issues. Like I appreciate the honesty and it's 100% understandable.

[@NOxSPLOOSHxPLANE]

One of the most difficult jobs is being a correctional officer not only are you just as unsafe if not more unsafe then the prisoners especially because they're always outnumbered, but as a c.o you're just as much a prisoner as the prisoners are

[@gcode365gg]

Bro no your not you get to go home at the end of the day u dont sleep in a cell every night shut up wit that dumb shit …

[@chaddutton9912]

Awesome interview with Hector. Tattoos are Fire !!!!!! He is the Real Deal. Great job 👍

[@holisterjr1]

You’re one the greatest interviewers! And the CO has a great vibe to him you can tell he respect the inmates but didn’t get too friendly a lot of inmates respect CO’s like this

[@ragethevictorious3060]

Most exaggerate and add more to their experience for shock value and popularity, this brother @thatprisonguard really went thru it all and came out with his head high and looking to give his story to people that it can help. I enjoyed this build, respect to Hector Bravo 👏(Couldn't be a better name for a solider)

[@tashvadj4914]

Johnny: Did you see anything really bad? Bravo: Yeah there were plenty Johnny: It was really bad though wasn't it Bravo: Sure Johnny: TELL ME ABOUT STABBINGS Bravo: One guy got stabbed bad Johnny: IT WAS REALLY BAD RIGHT? TELL HOW REALLY BAD THE STABBINGS WERE Bravo: Um Johnny: BLOOD DEATH SHANKS WORK KNIVES DEATH SHANK BLOOD DEATH BAD SHANK CLARET BAD THO RIGHT?

[@johnsononey]

This guy interviews very well unlike Vlad constantly interrupting someone or Jeff from the sitdown having to get his "knowledge" facts in to try to impress people , all while interrupting . It makes what should be a great guest/video almost unwatchable . Good job Johnny .

[@brad6523]

Guy literally interrupts every 5 seconds wtf

[@893loses]

This is a good template for interviewing people, i know a lot of people say he interrupts too much but he just started, he obviously cares about the subject, he asks good questions, and he keeps it moving

[@waynereeb479]

Man this is a great episode, this guest is a legend fr

[@johnpotter7018]

Great interview Johnny !

[@bigworm5024]

As a country boy named Clint, I take offense. Love the podcast. Cheers 🍻

[@brad6523]

Good podcast. Johnny has along way to go on how to interview people. Just some tips. Let people talk. Don’t rapid fire them questions. And no need to to say “yea” or “right” after everything th guest says.

[@user-qg8gw4yf2h]

Integrity. This dude has it. Guess I'm still single because it's so hard to find that anymore. Much respect for him

[@Ben_Harry_Pdx]

His hair plugs are starting to just look like a Toupee now. Like a floor mat layed on top of his head.

[@SQTierHog]

He talks about his father being trusted to work in AdSeg. At San Quentin, that place was called The Adjustment Center. When I first started at SQ, we could go anywhere, except the AC. Right as you walked in through the count gate, the AC was to your left. So you always walk by it on your way to wherever you're going to work. It was mysterious. One day I got called into The Substation to be instructed to report to the AC. Just when I got rid of my stomach nerves from working there, just when I got comfortable, my nerves came right back because finally, I was going to go into the AC. It took me about a year and a half before I was chosen to work in there. Like Vegas, what happens in the AC, stays in the AC. Like this gentleman's father spoke of working an AdSeg, depending on that lock up, is a tight crew.

[@coreyg8834]

Man you need to let him speak more, he almost started telling stories a few times but you took over. Let it flow more dude

[@nr875]

Perfect quote to understand how CO’s see inmates: “Sharks are at play here”

[@jcfishclenney]

Great show much respect for you both

[@TheDJOblivion]

Man, the algorithm is boosting you hard RN, take advantage!

[@cherylpemberton1676]

Hector, he was BAITING YOU; he tried everything he could to get you upset, to say bad things about being a CO, or other CO'S! He still had the mentality of an inmate, gong up against a CO with all that he could throw at you; your chill demeanor & higher intelligence and knowledge shone through, and you were able to show us what being a CO REALLY IS!! THANK YOU, SIR!!!!

[@markbuildstx]

At 20:01 when you’re coming back from war, the old SGTs tell you what to put on your paperwork to protect you. The Army doesn’t incentivize you to be honest. No one wants to lose their job.

[@seanbyrne2658]

Whoever is in charge of your wardrobe fire them instantly 😂😂😂😂

[@MrRoyBlue22]

Grate interview and interviewee. He seems like the real deal.

[@SAPB4201]

Oh shit, I went to school with Hector junior high and high school. Wow been along time since I have seen him.

[@guyfish2637]

Yeah, the situation with PC is the current security issue in prison right now in California. I know I wouldn't want to do my time on the mainline if I could avoid it.

[@raysantiago3750]

Excellent interview 👏 and podcast with Lt. Hector Bravo, former US Army veteran and Correctional Lieutenant in California Department of Correctional Rehabilitation. 🪖 🫡 👮🏼‍♂️ /🇺🇲

[@greazyviking9065]

Johnny's growing out a mullet? Should we expect undercover interviews from Florida or Louisiana coming soon?

[@marsupialsrock010]

Damn bro, respect for being honest about the shit that ain't easy to be honest about.

[@vladtheimpalertaylor]

This man is a bigger person than you will ever be Johnny. He fought and bled to improve his society and family while all you fought for was the ability to get high. He’s the real hero

[@jimmymaracas6442]

Did Johnny infer he was the bigger person?

[@SLiDeWaYz42]

Great interview. He seems like a real one 💯

[@NOxSPLOOSHxPLANE]

Also in my state we have ash st jail, It is the oldest operating jail in the country The jail first opened in 1888 and briefly housed Lizzie Borden before she was acquitted at trial for the murder of her parents. Executions have taken place inside the jail’s storied walls

[@buckwheat2174]

What state n the name of jail, is it a big jail? Or small tiny lil town middle of nowhere??

[@NOxSPLOOSHxPLANE]

@@buckwheat2174 New Bedford Massachusetts Bristol county a very famous city not only because of the highly decorated warship called the USS Massachusetts and then a major fishing port is in New Bedford one of the largest fishing reports in the East Coast also at one point it was the heroin capital lol but lots of History over there not far from Boston also deadliest catch A lot of people come from there

[@buckwheat2174]

@@NOxSPLOOSHxPLANE ok werd, Roger that, I love history and geography and I have heard of new Bedford just barely due to my lack of geography knowledge and lack of studying, very interesting, thanks for the reply

[@williamcooper9379]

Also Barnstable has the oldest continuing operatoring jail 1600s its been remodeled but pretty much that site structure

[@louie3012]

Love your videos, man and I like how you’re putting more pictures in the Podcasts. I really helps me stay interested

[@Smoke_GoD]

I'ma co and I learned about respect in prison real quick.

[@Tlassic]

I’m officially in love with this channel, such dope and unique content!

[@chryslertechnician3439]

This was GREAT!!!!

[@efreutel]

Great guest and host. Guest extremely ethical. Thank you 🙏 😊

[@Chronicpain1987]

dude is cool AF. Humbleness and honesty go a long way with me.

[@screweduptexas]

Great interview man

[@Redwoodbeauty93]

Proud of Hectors’ humanity and integrity.

[@rankzwazhere]

This content is fire.

[@FloridaMannFishing]

That comb over game goin hard son! Get it! 🤘🏻

[@clicheguevara5282]

It's f-ing morning! Shout out from Syria, homie.

[@georgekontorousis132]

We got the enemigos right there homie

[@user-cl7uq8se4t]

Gotta love hectors candor. Know he from the other end of the map but he comes off just like the laid back, small town cali folk from up north. Mad easy going. Like to think Johnny was able to appreciate the rare kinda of solid soul he was lucky enough to interview. Hectors patience and chill demeanor REALLY helps all of Johnnys’ forward, obnoxious, inappropriate style of questioning flow into a very in depth, informative series of exchanges, which then soon transitions into this emboldened super quality dialogue making for an overall solid in interview John was lucky to score. You’d think there was some good chemistry there at first, until hectors subtleties begin to start looking like flat out frustration at times. Coulda swore he gives Johnny a look in the immediate few seconds following 1:11:00 where he just wishes he could slap him just one time real quick, while also realizing this dude just can’t help it. Johnny should really work on establishing some better parameters for himself and his approach to these more highly sensitive potentially more volatile interviews. I mean dam… the degree at which he made himself look so naive and ignorant for such an extended period of time began to just baffle me. Like get a clue bro, learn how to get a better feel for who your interviewing and learn a more sensible approach for people who may have more trauma and/or baggage.

[@killlamike]

You must have been watching the wrong interview because dude was just asking questions. Hector's demeanor is nowhere near how you described.

[@JM-mc3mu]

Is there bugs in the golden cricket bars? Because im not eating bugs 😂

[@WestSideGorilla1980]

Great episode 👏 👌 👍

[@JoeBoomerMusic]

I’m threatened by your tank top and ‘Gerber Baby’ hair swoop.

[@josemedinasgamefowlpage5988]

Let’s go Bravo!

[@michaelpreece9294]

hey were small but we're on the map.. 90 percent of us in Valle Imp...got lot of heart.. so be proud Hector.. say Valle lmp.. with pride

[@royjennings58]

Congratulations on your SOBER life style sir .

[@cerkitbreaker]

This is an amazing interview. Amazing. Thank you.

[@NarcissismSurvivor]

Next time you title the video “reveals daily life in prison” try to talk about daily life in prison.

[@jingleball2427]

Did you even watch the interview?

[@izzapro1]

All these interviews would be so much better if he'd stop interrupting. Let them finish then ask questions

[@sportscardyankee2151]

Lets Gooo 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼

[@paulcorson461]

Love this podcast . The music is hella dope . Keep up the great content. Can’t wait to see the standup show

[@hassasinali7979]

This is a great interview

[@BrandonCockridge18]

There's literally a 5min+ ad every 3 min wtf.