Waiting To Be Executed: Life On Death Row (Trevor McDonald Documentary) | Absolute Documentaries

[@lb8141]

Trevor McDonald is such a wonderful journalist. He treats people with dignity and kindness. Not afraid to ask tough questions and shines a light on the humanity in his subjects.

[@jordanspencer2092]

That is , Sir Trevor Mcdonald now ,has been for a long time now n yes he is an absolute national treasure. Best journalist ever.

[@InTenMinutes1]

I agree. He has an incredible Britishness to him. Extra remarkable to an extent seeing as he came up during the 60s/70s if I'm not mistaken, a time when immigrants of darker skin were yet to become common. To rise through the BBC ranks and become such an English gent is a testament to the UK but to this chap particularly.

[@mirtehehemann1006]

he is

[@lb8141]

@@jordanspencer2092 thank you for the correction Sir!😁

[@lucanolallo1776]

Much like Werner Herzog.

[@VacationHacker]

Trevor McDonald ,the best ever British journalist. A true gentleman who can handle any situation with respect

[@khanimran7465]

No doubt he da man seen him on da telly all my life

[@Doplev]

Wat about Louis Theroux?

[@deanivan3951]

@@Doplev what about him!

[@brookemahan8063]

*The best ever journalist. In my opinion. I could listen to him talk about paint drying and be interested.

[@JennWest-Liberty]

Was just thinking that I was confused as to whether or not I should “like” this video. The subject matter is raw but the interviewer is excellent.

[@Ciesiam]

Trevor McDonald is a pleasure. His sentence structure and grammar was what I noticed first. This soft-spoken man was refreshing indeed.

[@smokerbuddy4204]

"It went from stealing cookies, to killing a cop." Um I think we missed a few chapters...

[@sharondavis6519]

My Bible teacher used to say, "Sin will always take you farther than you ever wanted to go."

[@kieranbowman2624]

Hahaha

[@LeatherCladVegan]

Profit?

[@vaquera9368]

@@sharondavis6519 so true. Starts with minor things unless it’s addressed.

[@mandopando4111]

Lmao

[@SherryEllesson]

I was struck by how much better these inmates were treated than many law-abiding citizens who get put in nursing homes for the crime of getting old. I used to volunteer at a nursing home, and the amount of space the death row inmates have, the privilege of having a pet... Nothing even close was afforded to the seniors I saw.

[@rociobany290]

Wow ... sad *

[@LovinLife-pv7op]

You nailed it!

[@jmo2104]

So true and so tragic and should not happen.

[@brendaseigler2119]

@@rociobany290 0l

[@larayegollihugh8488]

@Lee Hollebon you have obviously never worked in a nursing home.

[@kelseymccollam5148]

I like how he said “I just happened to commit this one murder” when talking about what mistakes he made. Like oh all I did was commit a murder but it just happened.

[@Snibble]

Not to mention the plot twist it was two.

[@GabrielleBralyn]

@@Snibble literally ..

[@keastymatthew2407]

Lol I knw right. So many woman think its OK 2 have abortions and kill their bbys like jst matter of factly

[@DJSteezy]

We don’t know the circumstances of the murder. I wouldn’t pass judgment.

[@keastymatthew2407]

@@DJSteezy amen buddy amen to that

[@loricarter2394]

I really enjoy listening to the interviewer, his voice almost has a soothing quality about it. I also like how he doesn’t treat the inmates like they are less than human, even though they’re in prison for obvious reasons, he doesn’t talk to them like they’re animals or anything. I really enjoyed this.

[@JohnMcMahon.]

Trevor McDonald read the 10 O’Clock news on UK TV for about 30 years.. He’s a household name over here.

[@tenaciousduk6587]

@@JohnMcMahon. he is a national treasure ♥️♥️

[@BeExcellent1]

To everyone commenting on the cats which is a rare priveledge, the majority of cats that criminals have would have been put down in a "shelter" or saved from being drowned in a bag in a river as kittens by psychos. The selection process is also extremely in depth to make sure the pairing will benefit both animals. It has so many benefits to have pet insentives I won't bother listing them. If you think it's tough on a cat to be with someone who dotes over them 23/7 while ignoring huge cat meat industries in places like China you may need to expand your knowledge, reasoning and compassion yourself. I think pet programmes in prison have changed the infrastructure and saved more lives than most can fathom.

[@mulliganstew72]

I love the Cat program. This is the first time I’m seeing some thing like this and can’t see how it could be a negative thing in any way shape or form.

[@lanceboerger854]

⁰

[@EmKnowsThings]

I guess my only issue with this is what happens if someone decides to retaliate against an inmate? Kitty would be their first choice would be my guess. Also, if they only choose cats from kill shelters then that’s cool, but are they properly cared for? Taken to the vet, etc? It’s more than just being doted on.

[@kodiackid]

@@mulliganstew72 so now we pay for a criminal to live behind bars and who pays to keep the cat fed and cat litter and vet bills for their shots are we paying tax dollars to support killers and their pets as well? asking for a friend?

[@mommy2libras]

@sandra caraveo Yeah, prison works much better when you allow prisoners nothing because guys with nothing to lose surely behave and don't hurt the guards or those around them. Think about what you say.

[@jamespeles8848]

I agree with all the Trevor McDonald complements posted here. Thank you to our friends across the pond for sending him our way. He really is great.

[@ursherettepaul3467]

If only there were more journalists like Trevor McDonald.

[@KM-nq7ez]

Wow is this Gentleman a fantastic interviewer… he asks questions and then stops talking and Allows the other person to answer. He also is not afraid to ask the really tough questions. Although this was sad and disturbing I enjoyed watching because of the Interviewer and the honesty of all the people involved.

[@lindsaywright730]

Grew up with Trevor on british TV , he a lovely gent isnt he , he also did Women behind bars here on you tube ,

[@traceyhateley3925]

Sir Trevor

[@danismell82]

Sir Trevor Mcdonald is a British national treasure.

[@wendelldallas7572]

Sir Trevor could simply read the dictionary out loud for 3 hours and I would be intrigued the entire time.

[@tieiatalks]

Sir Trevor McDonald is a true journalist. That’s why he was knighted!

[@alextownsend8624]

You know it's gonna be good when Trevor is on it. Just his demeanor makes it so much better, the way he talks to them. You can tell he's really absorbing what they say, not just in one ear and out the other

[@mobaysparta7476]

It’s crazy how people be on death row and feel they deserve to live when they gave other people death sentence

[@PercyPruneMHDOIFandBars]

Don't forget the live without possibility of parole handed to the victims families.

[@noahdudebro4958]

@Zachary Yates some dont deserve the opportunity

[@maskedgamer7565]

The guy with the cat said "they put a needle in you and kill you and that's the reality, how harsh it may be". I don't understand how he's even able to say this after killing people himself. Almost like he's the victim.

[@1992brea]

that inmate never said he deserved to live!!!

[@jnormaf]

@Zachary Yates yes, people can change, however the person who was killed never gets that chance, and neither do his relatives. It's over right then.

[@carmeneckmann8681]

This man is a gentleman. Always treats them with dignity.

[@1993gtx]

"I've committed JUST this one murder... killed two innocent people..." yea, never heard anyone downplay murder of two strangers in such a fashion.

[@randomvintagefilm273]

...and for $700 for both! Can you imagine finding out that someone felt your life was only worth $350??

[@williamhou1066]

He did say that the person who paid him showed him pics of his familly and threatedend to kill them so idk if it was for the money :/

[@YOUPQRNISBETTER]

@@williamhou1066 you can see it in his eyes he is lying

[@williamhou1066]

@@YOUPQRNISBETTER I don’t think that’ll hold up in court

[@BunnySlippers82]

@@YOUPQRNISBETTER Definitely. He's got sankapu eyes and you can clearly see the glee in them when discussing what he did. He was trying to hide it but is a pretty bad liar. The fact that he's forthcoming about it might throw some people off.

[@noneofyourbizness]

19:40 "i only did one murder. That's it !" "Warden, Warden.. let this man out, we made a big mistake. He ONLY killed 2 people LOL"

[@mybb8831]

That's how you act when you have no heart n only care about yourself. What a piece of manure

[@miSs_JahH]

Smh he is indeed a monster.

[@Katiee0592]

That comment was appalling. Only!? Yikes.

[@bridgetgamble3224]

If he was California governor newsome would definitely let him out 🥺

[@shadowlouise]

Nun, He didn't say anything about getting released. He admitted he is guilty. He was claiming that he was not a career criminal. He managed to stay out of trouble with the law, until the murders. He's surrounded by people who can't say that.

[@yardrail3432]

I wonder why a ' death penalty' takes so long to process, especially when a prisoner clearly admits his guilt and clearly states " I deserve to be executed ".

[@shinski8114]

he isnt gunna candy coat it neither

[@lilaeckitties7524]

Its all the appeals, the lack of drugs that are effective or humane for lethal injection and politics.

[@zshakur]

Money

[@mrvn000]

Social stupidity.

[@britann0]

It takes so long because they have to have all assurances that the person is truly guilty. That all doubt is proved out. Otherwise, it will just turn into a huge publicity thing if a person is later proved to have been innocent. If that happens, it threatens the whole system.

[@fernovids]

Watching this makes me appreciate what I have even more

[@selinacrone1654]

Exactamente!!!!

[@TheBloodshower]

Me too. I appreciate the 3 women locked down in my basement even more!

[@midnightgamer4507]

Same here. Especially the freedom to travel and go outside when I want.

[@truckdriver402]

Agreed.

[@benitolonard4441]

Sort of refreshing to hear inmates admitting their crimes rather than declarations of innocence.

[@kathleengiross]

Their declarations of innocence are the appeals they make..

[@keithfauntleroy2001]

Its easy for them to say now, post conviction. What did they say during thier trial though?? LOL

[@benitolonard4441]

@@keithfauntleroy2001 Yes. What did they say during their trial? Did they plead innocent or guilty? You've no idea have you?

[@benitolonard4441]

@@kathleengiross Not all appeals concern innocence and guilt.

[@jimmydee935]

@@benitolonard4441 if all appeals , as you say, don't concern guilt or innocence, well then what is the point of appealing? Ur trying to get a prior decision reversed...changed from the original finding or decision. Guilt and innocence is the basis that those decisions are made...if they believe the offender did what they were charged with, then they find guilty as the verdict...the decision...so I'd say they are most def correlated.

[@debrakleid5752]

He is trying to get off death row when he didn’t give his victims including a 4 year old a stay of execution.

[@Fallopia5150]

I also think he's lying and had his eye on both of them to do harm.

[@messrsandersonco5985]

Murder and execution are not the same. There is no 'stay of execution' for a 4-year-old. An execution is done by appointment and therefore done on a particular day/time.

[@thepowerman8952]

@@Fallopia5150 He has very flat affect. Could be a psychopath. I think it's true, despite this, that he had some affection for his sister. Death penalty is medieval.

[@MartinFluteCompany]

@@thepowerman8952 Cutting the throat of a five year old girl is pretty medieval. He thinks about what he witnessed when he cut her throat. Imagine what he saw as she gurgled with a horrified look on her face as blood spurted across the room from her little heart pounding 90 miles per hours as she tried to scream for her mother but could not because her wind pipe was cut. It takes a minute or so to die, that minute must have seemed like a life time. She most likely witnessed her mother going through the same process. You can't rehabilitate a man who would do something like that. The money it cost to keep this monster under lock and key burns up every dime 20 taxpayers pay each year. Wonder how the victims family members feel knowing the guy has a tv, a pet, exercise eqt, three squares a day knowing their loved ones in rotting in the ground. I don't like the idea of capitol punishment either but understand why some do. If that guy did that to my sister and niece I'd want him to have get the same punishment he doled out to innocent people. Perhaps an idealist could forgive him but I'm not an idealist.

[@thepowerman8952]

@@MartinFluteCompany I agree you can't rehabilitate psychopaths. His sort need to be kept behind bars forever to protect the public. If killing defenceless human beings is a principle you hold dear, then you must hold the death penalty to be wrong.

[@ThatDudeLou2023]

"I'm not a violent person! I cry when frickin butterfly hits the windshield. I love life!" Says it in the most aggressive way with murderers eyes.

[@chanalexa6923]

And his cell is huge… that is bigger than many apartments in Hong Kong.

[@docholliday6338]

Says he deserves to die but filed an appeal.

[@MasterofScrutiny]

I bet his eyes turned black after he got inside those poor people's house. A young 24 year old mother trying to protect her 4 year old daughter from a rabid jackal.

[@JFKjr-gp7lf]

Like tony soparons

[@Johnny1.0]

@@docholliday6338 He is just buying time. If what he says is true and he means it.

[@alanaronald244]

Rascal is the nicest thing about this video.

[@crazycatlady68]

Baer death sentence was commuted to life. I hope Rascal moved on and is still alive!

[@JohnMcMahon.]

@@crazycatlady68 Rascal didn’t belong to Baer, that was a different inmate.

[@sinebar]

I guess that's the wonderful thing about dogs and cats. They don't judge anyone. They love you know matter what.

[@ScoutsPatterson]

19:35: “I happened to just commit this one murder, that’s it! Otherwise I’ve never been in trouble.” Just?

[@swianema57]

He said he committed "this" murder, not "these" murders, to which he later admits to killing two people. Then the question: "how did you kill them?" answer: "they were stabbed to death", not "I stabbed them to death". This guy is a lying, manipulative POS. Look closely at his dead eyes.

[@juliemarshall7913]

Well I hope they treat the cats well.

[@rebeccareid89]

Well…. He did it for $700… that’s worth a lifetime behind bars 🙄

[@Cynnas]

Just means "exactly" it's not always used in a dismissive sense.

[@EmKnowsThings]

Right? Also, people who threaten you to do something aren’t going to also pay you to do it. It’s one or the other, buck-o. You’d think he’d be able to come up with a better story after all of these years.

[@johannesndumekapenda3032]

I admire the way he ask questions with respect .I enjoy his documentaries.

[@JohnMcMahon.]

Frederick Baer who cut the throats of the four year old girl and her mother had his death sentence overturned and is now spending life in prison. I find that crazy. He would be the last one I would pardon.

[@thecinematicmind]

Thank goodness he will never be released.

[@ScoutsPatterson]

He wasn’t pardoned he was commuted

[@mommy2libras]

Thats not a pardon

[@jamesbatchelor9449]

Many people would say serving life would be worse than being put to death. At the time having a focus and goal would have had him fighting the death penalty. I would be interested to hear how he feels after a few years of not being of death row.

[@jenniferbeasley2397]

I agree !

[@evelynovercash1147]

"They were stabbed to death." Not, "I stabbed them to death."

[@AjasAura]

Dissociated completely from his own crime 🚮

[@retrospecative2454]

You are sooo cringy for correcting that. We got the point

[@angelawillis7270]

@@AjasAura tutu go v iv y high buy ya hunt on V V

[@mr.schoko8032]

Yeah I noticed that too.

[@vaquera9368]

@@Zombie326 agree. He definitely needs his meds!

[@shawnastephens7505]

Animals give unconditional love. I'm always amazed by that.

[@charleschidsey6192]

How have I never heard of Trevor McDonald? He asks the most pertinent questions with dignity and gravitas. I am now about to search YT and other content providers for more of his work.

[@MattSamson83]

You'll find a lot as he was the news reader for ITV News in the UK.

[@gardengirlgirl7595]

Sorry, but these guys never gave any of their victims a break, not to mention many would kill again if given opportunity! They’re not there because of good deeds!

[@maam-yj8ph]

Honestly it's true that serial and spree killers often have no problem enacting the death penalty on both the guilty and the innocent.

[@shilohivy4590]

Faxts

[@andrewbarten7347]

@Al Ramz You are not a child at 20!

[@lilaeckitties7524]

@@andrewbarten7347 At 20 your brain is still 5 years away from being fully developed.

[@andrewbarten7347]

@@lilaeckitties7524 And your skull sutures don't disappear until age 35 but you are fully grown and are STILL AN ADULT.

[@charlesedwards5785]

That warden was one the most incredible stand up guy I’ve ever seen - Unsure if a warden is required to visit prisoners on death row once a month either way this guy is a special man treating everyone with respect - Hats off to him and his staff!!!

[@hespie3579]

He could teach Martin Bashir a thing or two about honesty and integrity 🤬

[@gentlemanjim480]

This comment deserves more likes.

[@rudeanne]

YES! I love Trevor McDonald. He’s so calm, concise, humble, sharp, knows how to build rapport, and asks the questions we truly want the answers for. He’s one of those people who can speak with anyone and get along, even when he knows why they’re incarcerated. I probably would’ve gotten angry or something, but he’s incredibly level headed and knows how to get info out of someone without being aggressive. It works. Police/detectives should take notes on this.

[@helenhealy3190]

rudeann, I think police/ detectives have a handle on interrogation. How do you think these inmates landed in prison?

[@abellabarbie]

@@helenhealy3190 do the research on the immense inaccuracy of police detectives and investigators in the field. I just did a PhD thesis on it. 😂😂😂

[@abellabarbie]

@@helenhealy3190 they landed in prison because of the obvious evidence.

[@XxpauldadudexX]

Plus he talks classy, is composed, asks the right questions, and sounds educated.

[@oopalonga]

YES! i love u baby gurl.

[@michellemartinov6267]

I’ve seen several of your programs and they’re all well done. As a nurse I cared for several inmates in the regular hospital and I must say - they were my best patients. Polite, grateful for anything I did for them and I tried to reciprocate by talking with them to encourage them to be the best person they could be and to use all the educational resources that correctional facility might offer. I know at least one of the prisoners was doing time for murder and he was about the same age as my son who was around 19 at that time. He was African American and he and I talked quite a bit - I told him I understood that he probably didn’t have the advantages that my own children had had so I wasn’t judging the decisions that led him to where he currently was. By the time he was to be discharged, he told me was going to look into what the place offered to get an education. He told me he wanted to be able to travel when he got out and I told him getting that education would go a long way to making that dream a reality. I don’t know if any of what I talked about with those mostly young men really made impression but the cycle has to be broken. I still occasionally think about them. I remember one of them wanted me to become a regular visitor and sadly, I told him I would not be able to do that. And not because he wasn’t a worthwhile person but because I’d be moving on down the road so to speak as a travel nurse. I don’t know. Seems like if our government spent more time, effort and money, perhaps we could find some of the root causes that lead to violence and crimes that occur with that. Prevention might cost more in the beginning but surely would cost less in the end.

[@darkknight1340]

Legend has it that Frederick Baer doesn't want to candy coat it.

[@Julieb210]

nor sugar coat it...

[@ag4244]

Solid comment

[@suziecreamcheese211]

He’s quite the actor.

[@darkknight1340]

@@suziecreamcheese211 He must be,to have had his death sentence commuted to a life sentence.If what he did doesn't warrant the death sentence,then what does?.

[@romant142]

@@darkknight1340 nobody should get it

[@ksc9954]

How can someone kill a child, so dam sad this world is.

[@newyorkusa9155]

Yes, and they want mercy , a chance, when they killed, did they give them mercy, noooo

[@juliemarshall7913]

I know @newyork USA. It makes me so furiously angry, they never spared any mercy to victims. He slaughtered a mother and child and when their in court they don't want the death penalty.

[@laniakea2162]

Sometimes I wonder if to them it’s like how it is for us when we squish a baby bug. Not the best feeling to have to do it, but a means to an end. One time I accidentally vacuumed up a spiders nest under my couch and the momma spider was running around frantically trying to find her babys. I just .... it’s just .... I’m sorry because I have empathy. But then another time i vacuumed up a web with spiders on purpose because I was too lazy to relocate them. In that moment, my energy was more important to me than them even though I’m taking their life.. That’s probably how it feels to be one of these child murderers. One more moment in life when we make a selfish decision. In their case, they made not only selfish, but also very stupid decision with bad repercussions for them and everyone involved.

[@HerMajesty1]

It happens every day. Mostly by the parents. And then there's the human trafficking and snuff films produced.

[@machoquietmangray92]

By no means am I giving him an excuse...but when I read up on it they said he was extremely high and was coming down... that's no excuse but Meth will ruin your brain completely and lead to you kill a child and mother cold heartedly and now death will be his payment for what he did.

[@yzettasmith4194]

To all the people who are asking why they get a cat, why they have anything good...it's about maintaining stability and keeping them calm as possible so the guards and other prison workers are as safe as possible. If those inmates were treated cruelly they'd be even more violent - there was a beating as it was.

[@derpinbird1180]

I have a better solution, execute them promptly.

[@gl3618]

Or, let them have the cat and grow to love it, then murder it like they did to someone else's loved one(s) and then execute them. Full circle of learning. Just execute them. They get to feel comforts and love while someone on the outside lost someone they love because of that person...seems fair...

[@gl3618]

@Andrew Salter a hi-point and a box of ammo would last a year at prisons and would cost way less...just an observation on cost effectiveness and firearm prices..

[@n8vscience842]

They need to die. Not get a cat

[@gentlemanjim480]

So you would kill an innocent animal just to hurt some person? You sound like a psychopath.

[@spaceishigh]

The barber inmate was so nonchalant about "that one murder". Like he couldn't believe they gave him life for this one measly little murder of two innocent people. Also he stabbed them to death....that's a pretty intimate murder for two people he didn't know. Something is off with that guy, obviously.

[@Man-Made-of-wood]

I was thinking the exact same thing, I guess he has explained it to him self enough times over the years that he believes it’s not as bad as it truly is

[@angelawilliams4239]

@@Man-Made-of-wood ,psychopathy at its finest. Scary guy.

[@gangoffour6690]

The barber is right where he belongs

[@josephparlato2246]

I think he was just tripping out on the fact that he'd been a good citizen up 'till then, but just that one dumb decision landed him at the gates of eternity. He admitted what he did no holds barred. I think he regrets what happened. He still calls his victims innocent.

[@newwlevel]

That barber dude was obviously lying.....please.......

[@sonny0350]

Trevor McDonald is an excellent host and interviewer. Classy gentleman.

[@rexterrocks]

That's Sir Trevor McDonald :-) He's also a great newsreader.

[@petakucas7389]

Agreed

[@harley6222]

I agree with every word you’re saying! What a beautiful human being.

[@wendyhart134]

I really admire Sir Trevor McDonald in any setting or at any age , his career in journalism is astounding he one of our famous Brits who just gets better with age.

[@Kelly-qv3wg]

I feel being in his presence would be comforting and stimulating

[@renaysari6631]

I love that they are allowed to have a pet. Those pets get a safe home and the prisoners get something to do and take care of.

[@maddiewhatever441]

It's also important that a lot of these people go on, if they get out, to enter the pet industry! There is a famous example of a guy who now advocates for pet rescue and rehabilitation (I think he runs an adoption thing now). It's amazing

[@stvartak7164]

A big part of these killers’ problem is a lack of empathy. Nothing teaches you empathy quite like having an animal love you unconditionally. It’s really sad that some of these people, maybe most of them, never had that kind of love growing up. Love your children with all of your heart.

[@thealarmclock9307]

I'm okay with it too... It helps the animals and the inmates and staff... Even though many have committed horrible crimes Many more haven't .. there's no telling how many inmates lives have been saved over a cat

[@alli-kat2329]

I am NOT ok with it! They are there for punishment NOT god damn privileges!!!! Their victims cant have a pet....wtf should these FERAL ANIMALS get one...if they cant be trusted with fellow humans, i wouldn't trust em with a cat frankly! 🤬🤬🤬

[@amandathacker2687]

Trevor is such a wonderful and respectful man. Blessings to him and everyone.

[@andipandi5641]

which is what strikes me as what is inherently corrupt about him getting a knighthood for journalism after never taking on the most corrupt institution in this country - the same one that actually gives the knighthoods to not only him but also child-mollesters and murderers..

[@nightynightshade]

@@andipandi5641 what are you talking about? Do you mean he’s actually corrupt!?😱 I want to know what you mean! Do you mind elaborating? As someone who survived child molestation, I’m interested in the topic as I’ve heard of molesters being “white knighted” due to fame, importance or “holiness” (like priests)

[@andipandi5641]

@@nightynightshade i mean that most of the world and mainstream journalism is one way or the other corrupt.. here simply that it pays not to ruffle the feathers of those at the top..

[@andipandi5641]

@@nightynightshade i need to explain that for whatever reason this video is no longer available for people to watch in the UK and the knock-on effect is i can only write comments here of limited length..

[@andipandi5641]

@@nightynightshade my point is that when it comes to Catholic Church, C of E and Prince Andrew - child-molesters have been totally let off police.. and Monarchy is involved in other corruption..

[@thedude9620]

You do notice that although Fredrick admits that he should be executed for his crime he adds the disclaimer, "... according to the laws of Indiana."? He'd rather not die. Choices, they can have grave consequences.

[@RaccoonNation]

I like your pic and your screen name made me laugh

[@thedude9620]

@@RaccoonNation 😂Yeah, my nickname does that to people😂

[@lightskinthunda]

🤣🤣 same cause it’s hella funny name 🤣🤣

[@TheBrucenz]

Would he take his own life?

[@frostbite3318]

@@TheBrucenz even a lot of people who want to die can’t bring themselves to do that, it’s like the instinct for self preservation is too strong

[@dongargon763]

Trevor is a legend always worth a watch when he’s on

[@Sue700]

Agreed 👍

[@Cathomis]

“All I’ve ever done is just this one murder!”

[@tootsd]

I must be way behind, I've never killed anyone.

[@patrickbering1988]

"That one murder" Then describes that it was two.

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

One murder too much

[@haddingtoniangcp2464]

@@tootsd 😂😂😂

[@Wubba-lubbadub-dub]

Did two different guys say this exact same thing? Or am I trippin

[@jennifercase393]

Baer's capital punishment sentence was overturned and he was resentenced to life in prison. I'm like Mr. McDonald in that I've always been against the death penalty but I struggle and even feel challenged with that belief when I hear stories like this. My heart goes out to the loved ones of the victims...I can't begin to comprehend what they go through.

[@weetinka]

I'm pretty sure life in general population for him would be worse than death penalty, tbh

[@smugandsmarmy]

That’s a very good way to express the feelings I have always had about capital punishment. I don’t agree with it and also I can truly understand why victim’s families would support it.

[@bonniea.1941]

At least, in the video he says what he did using “I” and he says his victim’s names. Even the barber fellow kind of danced around what he did “I committed one Murder,” No, dude, you killed two people so that is two murders and when Trevor asks how he killed them he says, “they were stabbed.”

[@mehardaudi-naeem2359]

I can't help but feel that he wouldn't be safe in general population. It'd probably be scarier than death row. I've always heard things about law amongst the inmates and how anyone who harms children are dealt with.

[@We_Are_All_Vultures]

I'd rather be murdered/death penalty than life in there.

[@LadyRustedKnight]

Awww, boo hoo…these are murderers who snuffed out the lives of innocent victims in horrific ways. Yet, they want sympathy for their own lives. Nope, getting put to sleep does NOT compare to being killed in cold blood.

[@Slaughter-ff7ho]

Doesn’t seem they are asking for sympathy they accept what they did and they know what the reality of there situation is they don’t make a big deal out of getting out to death they know it will happen and they know it’s reality they never asked for sympathy

[@kkittycatkat1990]

@@Slaughter-ff7ho I agree. I don't feel most of them are asking or even suggesting we give them any sympathy. Some that tell their story do seem remorseful and perhaps that gives some people the idea that they want sympathy. The one guy in there isn't even close to accepting what he did & I do think he seems to want sympathy, that would be the barber. He minimizes what he did and how he did it is beyond "just that one time". That one time took 2 lives in a very violent way.

[@Slaughter-ff7ho]

@@kkittycatkat1990 yes indeed I can see how it looks as if he wants sympathy but he has been in jail for a while and what he did isn’t justified at all

[@66hoodwitch]

Didnt see a person on death row who's begging for sympathy! If you see the world in a 2 dimensional way, it's your issues ...work on that, before judging others.. if you grew up in comfortable situations, good for you..but many dont and many reserve to violence when they get older..ITS HUMANITY and you're no different, if we dig deeper.. If ure able to calm yourself down, in tough situations, that's great..but many were never taught to process their emotions in a healthy way, so they reserved to harming others in return! "Hurt people, hurt people "ever hurt that phrase ?? Yeah, as simple as it gets! But something tells me youd do the same, in any given moment ..human being is made to snap, that's our nature ..like I said, processing emotions in a healthy way is preferred, but many didnt have anyone to teach them that. YOU ARE NO DIFFERENT. remember that ...only those who practice full compassion, unconditionally, are the ones who truly get it.. you dont!

[@Luckyhikes]

And so the cycle of hatred and violence and vengeance perpetually continues..

[@williammorris3303]

I love this interviewer, I've never seen him before but he is great at this. And imo he is perfect for it

[@sheffieldamanda]

Yes he was a newsreader for many years in the UK and is very well respected.

[@daisybelle1025]

The Queen, David Attenborough and Trevor are the foundation Britain is built on...

[@jameshunt4097]

Knowing of the barbers history, I wouldn't let him anywhere near me with a pair of scissors

[@shadowlouise]

James Hunt, I didn't see any scissors.

[@josericardo3097]

Yeah I thought that too

[@skepticusmaximus184]

Just buzz cuts for the buzz-kills.

[@shadowlouise]

Ok, I didn't see scissors in THIS video; but in the follow-up video Sir Trevor did when he returned 5 years later, a different barber is featured. THAT barber did show scissors, and even mentioned he feels safe because he has them. There's an old joke about a new prisoner who is getting the required haircut when he comes inside. The barber is very chatty, and talks nonstop while he works. When he finishes, he asks the man what his crime was. The offender says, "My old barber talked too much and it got on my nerves. One day, I grabbed the scissors and stabbed him to death."

[@Catsenui]

He seemed the best out of everyone but idk

[@bellotialex]

When I start feel simpatetic for them I imagine that the victims are my loved ones...

[@n8vscience842]

Yes. Good point

[@SaltySeaWitch3]

And then i still feel sorry for them because the United States routinely has to appologize for killing innocent people. Posthumously finding a person innocent years after they were put to death by the state. We're one of the only 1st world countries that still murders it's own citizens via the Death Penalty.

[@SaltySeaWitch3]

@Lynette Agueda we teach children not to hit by hitting them!

[@rustydemz7919]

@Lynette Agueda You got a better solution?

[@rustydemz7919]

@Lynette Agueda I get a real kick outa reading thoughts like yours but none of you ever provide any ideas on how to correct it all.

[@Sam-rz4rd]

Trevor McDonald is such a gem!

[@jeanmyers1787]

Trevor MacDonald = National Treasure

[@rickybaillie4222]

He must be protected at all costs

[@ricknasty836]

I think Death Row inmates shouldn’t know the date they’re supposed to die. I think it should be a surprise because 1) their victims had no idea they were gonna die that day and 2) it would be more punishment having the black cloud over their heads

[@1whocs486]

Your right..never thought about that

[@christopher399]

They don't actually know when they'll receive the date though. Or if.

[@neptunedawn7121]

Mata Hari was never told the date of her execution. It was standard practice of the French not to tell the condemned when they are going to die. I don't think not knowing the date of the execution leaves the condemned with a "black cloud over their heads" it is more likely that the condemned adjusts to the new normal until they are told that they are about to die.

[@steverobinson1867]

I love Trevor McDonald. Excellent, respectful and calm throughout. Always a professional.

[@ken4chief]

The last interview was with the worst..he never teared, smirked at the wrong time, had normalized outward behavior...he’s psychopathic. “How do think I feel about that.” Typical non answer by a liar. Yikes.

[@sandrakilday3551]

The superintendent seems a genuine nice guy and I think although he knows what he has to do by ending the lives of these criminals he is a compassionate man, reminds me of Tom Hanks character in the green mile

[@kris-english]

“I just happened to... commit this 1 murder, that’s it” "of just two people..."

[@NicoleM2108]

"You could have reported him to the police." "ThE ThOuGhT NeVeR cRoSsEd My MiNd,: !?!?!?

[@fredbloggs8369]

and he just happened' to stab them to death with a knife. Oops!

[@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335]

@@knowjusticeknowpeace15 shouldn't have laughed at this damn lmao

[@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335]

@@fredbloggs8369 he probably had a mental illness humans when there mad can really get violent I definitely know about this

[@sharonletchford5787]

People do

[@johnsmithie821]

I don't feel sorry for any of them....they didn't feel anything when they took someone's life or lives and those people are gone and the killer gets to live.....something is wrong here.

[@Cynnas]

Well, you have no idea what they felt in the moment, after nor even today.

[@johnsmithie821]

@@Cynnas ...WHAT....they are killing people and enjoying it why should i care what they feel...eye for an eye...why should they get to live when they took multiple lives....how do you think those people felt like and their families..?

[@EmKnowsThings]

Well, I guess you have that in common with the offenders then. You don’t feel anything for them and they didn’t feel anything for the others as you put it.

[@johnsmithie821]

@@EmKnowsThings ...wrong...i feel for the women that are taken advantage of and killed and their families...you evidently don't care about those things....maybe that should happen to you.

[@Jeano2023]

Agree

[@willcifur]

That’s a true gentleman and journalist. He looks at things the same way a child would. These people are monsters but they are also us. In a place like death row there is no pretense or delusion. Its fascinating to almost feel something for someone who has caused so much trouble and pain.

[@skipgetelman3418]

Even though they deserve their punishment it is sad to see a human life wasted

[@JohnMcMahon.]

Even Frederick Baer?

[@trishvaneck3707]

That is the choice THEY made.

[@astriddobek8931]

They should be put to death in the same way they killed their victims. I don't real sorry for anyone of them. They didn't care about the people they killed or how they killed them. And they weren't on death row. They be out killing.

[@jsgdk]

Yep, most of them could have gone another path.

[@DrBe-zn5fv]

u mean like we got a SHORTAGE of human lives, right?

[@honeybunch5765]

I could never babysit criminals, hats off to these wardens.

[@laurametheny1008]

This was so informative and well done. That man has the most wonderful listening capacity, therefore making him a fabulous interviewer. Thank you!🙏🐾🕊️🤘

[@evab415]

"You can't even imagine how I feel." Well, duh. We can't imagine because we've never decided to kill a mom and a child. In order to get away with robbery. Which is a far less serious offense. Seriously. What on earth was this guy thinking?

[@bennyrobinson1935]

Meth can do that to people

[@DrBe-zn5fv]

check out that smile of dupers' delight

[@warbledurbler7905]

I'm left wondering- What crime did this cat commit to be sentenced to life?

[@noneofyourbizness]

sentenced to life for being hopelessly addicted to free food and strokes

[@kemikal559]

"Cat-burglary" .. lol

[@shanmareewalker7836]

Animal cruelty to be locked up with criminal scum so that the scum can feel some responsibility? Poor cats.

[@lilaeckitties7524]

@@shanmareewalker7836 how is it animal cruelty they are loved, taken care of, receive regular medical care and plenty of pets/ear scritches. Better than the cat being homeless, end up in a bad home or euthanized because there is not enough homes.

[@laniakea2162]

I think the kitty could squeeze through the bars if he wanted to, unless I’m wrong

[@aldriel8274]

This documentary goes straight to my Top 20 best docs ever.

[@JacobafJelling]

can you mention some of the titles in your top 20? I'd like to see some more good ones

[@JackBQuick79]

The respect given by Trevor, to the inmates is beyond professional. If everybody treated people like this gentlemen, imagine all the men who may not be in this situation.

[@inwardk]

"I just committed this one murder", He says. "I took the lives of two innocent people". His tone conveys that this was something really trivial, on par with dropping a tea cup.

[@katbar6066]

Cold and callous

[@Mothman308]

ACAB

[@schuckit5300]

That’s why he is where he is. Someone who can talk about taking the lives of two people like it’s dropping a teacup can’t be out in society.

[@shadowlouise]

K, I didn't hear it that way. And he said much more than that. I heard a man who has accepted both responsibility and his fate.

[@alisdairmckenzie]

Chilling. Committed this ONE murder...killed 2. Stabbing too..which is monsterous. Horrific. Pure psychopath

[@rimjhimkaraki8070]

Trevor McDonald is so elegant. I think we, including myself could learn how to treat people regardless of their position or character.

[@zan7466]

I've been looking for this documentary for ages. My evening sorted 👍

[@thetimeisnow760]

Guy with the cat shouldnt be allowed that comfort after killing a child.

[@beccamason3712]

I know, bet he’d go berserk if someone harmed his cat #hypocrisy

[@xixxxxix5084]

@@beccamason3712 or if he would harm the cat. You can't trust men like that.

[@bobjolly7795]

They shouldn’t get ANY creature comforts on death row.....period. They’ve lost their privileges

[@AL-il5uw]

I was thinking the same. WHY on earth should he be taken off death row? I was surprised he even thinks he might.

[@mridlon1634]

Dude reminds me of “Wyane” from the documentary called “Psychopath”.

[@jadeaolander2725]

I LOVE the whole Cat Therapy and relationship for the inmates. This is so important to their mental health and provide a loving home for the cats

[@grf15]

The title is a little misleading. I would have liked to see a single focus on the one inmate. Other than that quibble, an excellent documentary.

[@AK-lg6ju]

There’s quite a few videos of the baby killer

[@bobthompson4319]

When I was a kid a man was lost and asked to use the phone I was home alone and let him. He used the phone and wouldn't leave so I started freaking out and screamed at him to leave and he called someone and then left. I was really scared I think I was 8 or 9 maybe. So the being lost and asking to use the phone resonates deep with me.

[@toastedsniper9248]

jeez, im glad you're ok

[@liesdamnliesandstatsweird1934]

+Bob Thompson Did your mother whoop your behind when she got home, assuming that you told her about your foolish decision to let a stranger in your home?

[@barbarawright5774]

God be thanked, He protected you.

[@bobthompson4319]

@@liesdamnliesandstatsweird1934 Iv never told her. I didn't want to worry her. And to make it worse the closest neighbor was very far and would have never have heard a thing

[@karrimusicviolet4157]

I was out the front of my house putting my rollerskates on to go across the road & play with the other kids.. & a guy asked if there was a shop around & I said down the end of the road & right & then he asked if I could show him exactly which is strange, since the directions were so simple... I don't remember exactly what happened next, but it hits me when I think back what maybe could have happened....

[@harlowblackadder356]

This keeps getting published on dozens of channels for years and years, and I still watch it again and again.

[@paulthrutner9114]

They did a follow up on Frederick Baer. He got life with no parole in the end as he had his death sentence rescinded. He gets harassed by the prisoners, spat at, bleach put in his food etc. He's better off alive and looking over his shoulder for the rest of his life as death is an easy escape, I'm not gonna sugar coat it!!!

[@macncheese5701]

"I aint gonna sugar coat it" lmfao

[@michellesimpson4364]

I’m surprised he’s not took himself out

[@RichieRouge206]

Trevor McDonald is to my mind the best presenter ever, closely followed by Louis Thereaux. Very interesting film.

[@hanthony6]

“I just happened to commit this one murder, that’s it “ Oh is that all??? 😂

[@allenlord3679]

And turns out it's 2 not 1.🤦

[@WhoMightThis1Be]

I think the comments here really show that people want to think either black or white since it's easier to them. The fact that those people are shown in a sympathetic light while obviously having done somethign that doesn't deserve any sympathy by itself intentionally makes people a bit uncomfortable. It's really a glass half full/half empty thing, do you think it's scary to see terrible people act like they aren't terrible, or do you see a bit of humanity in a monster. There is no truth, only perception

[@trishmccarthydavis3425]

I don't believe in the death penalty. I couldn't push the button to kill anyone and I can't ask someone else to do it. I'd like them to live a long life in prison.

[@jenniferlackey6791]

@@trishmccarthydavis3425 I agree (to a point) I also could not push the button, but nor do I have cash every month to feed the many people on death row , simply put,”ITS NOT AN EASY DECISION”.

[@abrose7887]

@Amber Winters people’s reaction to these pathetic excuses for a human are completely normal, they think about the pain the victims went through. If you end someone’s future and brutalise them you deserve to have yours taken away, their victims were human they are not. Also I bet you wouldn’t be here defending them if it was your 4 year old child that got raped and murdered. Bunch of hypocrites

[@fronthal157]

We dont think they're uncaring alien monsters that have no perception of evil. They aren't simple predatory animals. They're human beings that know what right and wrong is, and that makes them a thousand times more monstrous than any demon or alien or animal could be

[@patientchick898]

@Totally agree with you. Cant please everyone.

[@georgelewis1664]

Incredible sensitivity , good judgement and good taste in doing these interviews . Very professional and competent . Keep up the fine work.

[@karlagordon4555]

I can't imagine what its like literally walking to your death bed and being asked to say anything

[@joseph07496]

Of course you can't, you are a decent human being with a conscience, not a cold blooded heartless murderer.

[@alishadawn9742]

They say that's the worst feeling ever is knowing u have a death date

[@nerdpotato969]

To think most of their victims' last words were "please don't kill me" or something sadder. He's lucky he had a last word in my opinion

[@Mr.paint123]

Fun fact Trevor McDonald has interviewed Nelson Mandela (and Nelson Mandelas first interview was with Trevor when he was released from prison)

[@loulou4148]

I just adore Trevor McDonald for his Respect and Manners mainly, he is a true Gentleman regardless of the situation that these People were put on Death Row for. Black Cats are so very Spiritual, and therapeutic, the Purr whilst sat on your Lap of a Cat gives off Calming Energy Waves that no other Animal or Human can share.

[@wazopaio]

A dog's cuddles give me more happiness than a cat's purr any day.

[@darknsfals1]

This is so… good! I appreciate the perspectives shown.

[@Say_No-2_Animal-Abuse_]

34:36 "I love life!" Well, you got it!

[@aprilgarcia6119]

Dang, he’d even give up his prison cat to undo what he did. What a guy.

[@emiliewalker2196]

That cat probably means everything to him.

[@leeowen5186]

Haha I thought exactly the same. What a guy!

[@VinceAN2010]

@@emiliewalker2196 Probably not nearly as much as his victim was to their loved ones.

[@sharilynnecrocker9937]

Ironic, isn't it 🤩

[@brinecroker7648]

I thought the exact same thing......

[@isabellam1936]

This was the best prison documentary I’ve ever seen. Instead of most where they’re filled with shock and awe but this documentary has so much more so much depth and beauty like I really got to know everyone and form a bond with them each one of the people who spoke.

[@brandylynnx]

“I just happened to.. commit this 1 murder, that’s it”

[@ajamma8139]

Woow, He Just said that straight up😯 btw it was actually 2 murders.

[@redplanetaryskywalker1118]

Lol 1 murder but kills two ppl lol smh no shame

[@blackie8083]

lol

[@dan-oh7jo]

@@redplanetaryskywalker1118 Killing someone isnt always a murder. You can kill someone in accident or self defense too.

[@doilysimpkin6972]

"How did you kill them?" "Er, they were stabbed to death" No. YOU stabbed them to death. These people are in the right place. I am not in support of the death penalty personally because I believe it makes killers of us all. Also, I think it's a let off. I would rather spend the money to keep these people in prison for the rest of their lives. Hopefully really long and miserable lives. No sympathy whatsoever.

[@HungryGhost999]

Innocent people have been executed in the past. Unless you have a perfect criminal justice system ( highly unlikely) then it is wrong IMO.

[@doilysimpkin6972]

@@HungryGhost999 I don't disagree with you.

[@pamelaneibuhr6959]

The human race should have involved way past the mentally of a death sentence. Alas their brains are stunted. They are better than the killers. In prison.

[@Togetherness97]

Trust me prison is camp cupcake and people eventually come accustom to their surroundings. Killers and rapist dont deserve basic human rights that people in prison get.

[@doilysimpkin6972]

@@Togetherness97 I don't disagree with you. They definitely shouldn't have televisions, for one!

[@marypatten9655]

Thank you for making videos that tell the stories of criminals.

[@tieiatalks]

Frederick Baers sentence was changed to life. It made my blood boil when he spoke about how he felt about the murders that he committed. Trying to get empathy for himself. Wow.

[@skykid3]

He might not survive the other inmates though

[@DMWBN3]

I didn't take one bit of it sincere.

[@stephsays-503]

@@skykid3 The Lord ALWAYS shows up and shows out in the most mysterious ways when it matters the most so I'd likely bet on it. 🤣😔🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@yesterdayitrained]

He wasn’t trying to get empathy- what would be the point if that? He’s been in prison for 8 years, 7 of them on death row. Did it ever occur to you that during that time period, the he has reflected and realized the enormity of his crime? And he regrets killing the mother and her very young child to the depths of his soul? People like him are still human.

[@mochaelwright7263]

If he deserves to be executed why file all the appeals? With him getting overturned to life he will be in population and maybe another inmate will carry out the order!

[@phinhnanthasone1231]

Contract killer, 700 dollars each. WHAT?! It's disgusting to hear how little a life was worth

[@mommy2libras]

For real. I thought base fee was like 10k. Thats the number you always hear in these true crime cases and even in movies and tv.

[@phinhnanthasone1231]

@@mommy2libras I tought 5k would be bottom line

[@heinrichlombard6416]

Probably the best documentary I've seen on prisons.

[@jtaforJesus]

This man shows the utmost respect for the prisoners on death row... On the other hand, it's disturbing knowing the prisoners on death row are living better than I do...AND their living space is greater than mine and with more luxury than mine...

[@RaccoonNation]

Your headspace is much cleaner though, and consider that as a blessing. I'm so sorry that you're struggling. Keep being a good person and I hope that you manifest everything you've ever dreamed of ❤

[@RaccoonNation]

I hope my comment doesnt come off as mean, I'm really hoping you get a blessing 💜💗💗💗

[@jtaforJesus]

@@RaccoonNation Hello.i just got your responses, and in no way did i think they were mean. I thank you for your understanding and blessings. Your response was a blessing itself. So thank you, and I hope you are equally blessed!❤❤❤❤❤

[@Adrian-zd4cs]

Hugs to both of you and a mutual respect comment on YT! Going through struggles myself, much love to you both. 💞

[@jtaforJesus]

@@Adrian-zd4cs Same back to you Adrian! ❤❤❤❤

[@finessegod2]

This journalist asks the best questions I've seen in an interview

[@diegohungriabarboza2270]

Killing a kid is without a question death sentence. No merce, no second chance, no cat, no laugh, no hope, no TV.

[@skyeait5939]

@me me i'd say let him have is cat for 2 years and one day when he comes back from breakfast have the cat murdered and mutilated to they same degree his victims were, then that evening take him to get his lethal injection, but as he's lying down abort it and put him in solitary confinement for 4 weeks. When he gets back to a normal cell have a box with a cute new kitten waiting for him....

[@skyeait5939]

@me me there where you live must be such an elitist place better than my part of the world as you're implying. My honest opinion that trumps all is there shouldn't be a death penalty for the sake on the innocent members of the perpetrators family. Why does killing another mothers son make the world better? (for example) Also what if they get found innocent after a death sentence? Happened before many times. By the way thats not an exaggerated punishment its quite lenient compared to what i'd to if they done it to my family, just not fair on the cat who has more worth than most of those cretins.

[@skyeait5939]

@@budgetking2591 yeah cats are murderers too

[@michaelreger3887]

@@skyeait5939 you say the cat has more value.. yet you want to murder and mutilate it to punish the guy just to use a new kitten afterwards? yeah, sure, you are such a decent guy.

[@willgetbettereventually124]

@@skyeait5939 That’s sick. And I hate cats. Get therapy

[@meekbills2857]

Very good documentary. Thank you.

[@berja3895]

So you imprison the cats too. They don't deserve to be locked in that prison! They didn't do anything ... How is it that a MURDERER gets better treatment than a Homeless person?!

[@RaccoonNation]

I'm praying for the cats 🙄😣

[@pinkunicorn8609]

I was in homeless temporary accommodation and hostel, I was forbidden to have my cat and grandson , f that, I hid them till I got a permanent home. Homeless in Scotland get no human rights. I was basically told to stay in the hotel room between 11pm and 7am, ie imprisoned, or get thrown out on the street !

[@cl9949]

The cats seem happy. There’s supervision of the cats. They definitely make sure these folks aren’t hurting them.

[@georginacat7667]

They need to be given things in order for them to have things taken away. If a person is in for life, they misbehave, what u gonna do? Give em more time? No, so give them stuff then you can punish them

[@jturtle5318]

My cat happily lives in a bedroom no bigger than those cells.

[@gutzrage187]

Trevor... I agree after watching this I got a feeling of a turning point in my stance on the Death penalty. It seems to me that some of these people did experience a moment of impulse control . Thank you for this. My view has been expanded .

[@andrewmiller3228]

How does someone even consider, let alone going ahead with making a documentary like this? Easy.they employ the legend that is Trevor McDonald.

[@ravenwoes]

Trevor McDonald really opens up my mind about prisoners. Some things are just unforgivable acts, but it’s interesting to see how these people live and their way of life behind bars. Like that one man with the cat Rascal and the picture of his mom by his bed. Damn. What an amazing journalist.

[@bigeohiostatefan2796]

After working 20 years in a male Max Security prison, I change my mind about execution. I witnessed an execution of a man, after watching I changed my mind. 1. There are innocent ppl on death row who need legal assistance. 2. And the best PUNISHMENT is letting them live behind walls/bars for the rest of their life. Make them live every day without family and friends, never knowing what's going on in society, this is the best punishment. What he said about suicides is very true, many can't handle being locked down.

[@davidweum]

I am a retired prison guard. I've never known nor saw an execution, but I believe in the justice of the death penalty.

[@spanglesz6670]

Trevor McD; national treasure