Louis Essig: The Junkie Ex-Con Who Became A Prison Guard

Nelson On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Lou on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/louisessig/ Get A Grip Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@Officialgetagrippodcast On this episode of Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with Louis Essig, host of the Get A Grip Podcast, to share one of the most jaw-dropping redemption stories you’ll ever hear. Louis went from being a H addict and career criminal—overdosing multiple times, selling drugs to his own mother, and cycling in and out of county jail—to serving time in state prison. But his story didn’t end there. In a twist almost no one could imagine, the very judge who repeatedly sentenced Louis wrote him a letter of recommendation to become a correctional officer—at the same prison where he once served time. Louis was not only hired, but he rose to become Unit Supervisor for the very housing unit he once lived in as an inmate, making a genuine impact on the lives of incarcerated men by relating to them in a way no other guard could. Key Moments in This Episode -Addiction & Chaos — Louis details his years battling H addiction, including multiple overdoses and destructive behavior that landed him in and out of jail. -Selling Drugs to His Mother — A raw look into the depths of his addiction and the impact on his family. -Life Behind Bars — How a long-term prison sentence became the turning point he desperately needed. -From Inmate to Officer — The incredible moment when the judge who once sent him away vouched for him to work as a prison guard. -Leading the Unit He Once Lived In — How Louis became Unit Supervisor and used his unique past to connect with inmates and inspire change. Why You Should Listen Louis Essig’s journey is a rare and powerful example of redemption, transformation, and using one’s past as a tool for good. Whether you’re drawn to true crime, addiction recovery, or stories of second chances, this episode is a must-hear. Tell Federal Prison Tips You Heard About Them On Honor Among Thieves Podcast https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Time Stamps 0:00 Intro 3:43 Family History of Addiction 10:15 becoming a drug dealer addict 20:15 The opioid inflation-He discovers H 27:01 Welcome To Jail 35:45 Homeless And The Arrest Warrant 42:01 The Second Overdose And Going Back To Jail 46:00 Freaking out in court before going to prison 52:15 From Prison Inmate To Prison Guard 1:00:45 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices