Invest In Yourself Podcast
Exclusive interviews with mobsters, gangsters, criminals, former addicts, drug dealers, smugglers, & survivors. All of them are now investing In themselves and doing great things!
Episodes
Estevan Medina joins today’s conversation with a story that reaches deep into struggle and redemption. A life once filled in gang life and addiction brought years of turmoil and brokenness. Darkness led to prison sentences, each one a step further from peace. At his lowest point, liver failure threatened to bring everything to an end. A transplant became the physical salvation but something even greater happened. In t...
Today, it is a blessing to be joined by Pastor Sal Perez. In this powerful episode, Sal shares a raw and unfiltered account of his journey. Once entangled in gang life, crime, and addiction, he walked a dark and dangerous path. After losing nearly everything, his heart grew cold, and he lived recklessly, chasing chaos. But it was at rock bottom. with a gun to his head. That he made the most important decision of his l...
Today, I have a truly powerful and moving testimony to share with you. I’m honored to be joined by brother, Sergio. Sergio opens up about his past and how he once walked the dark path of gang life, running the streets and committing countless crimes. But through it all, the Lord’s mercy never left him. Time after time, God spared his life and kept him from the prison gates.
Eventually, Sergio made the most life c...
Today, I’m honored to be joined by brother Drew Lacondrata. Drew is a former member of one of the most notorious gangs! The Gangster Disciples. He opens up about the painful and personal journey that led him into gang life. And how by the grace of God he was able to make it out alive. Drew also faced a fierce battle with addiction. In one of his darkest moments, it was his mother’s voice that broke through. Encouragin...
Today, I’m honored to be joined by Yuri Luckette. A former Crip gang member with a powerful story of redemption. Yuri shares his early life on the streets, caught up in crime, drugs, and the violent world of gang culture. His path led to prison, where he remained an active gang member for many years. But one day behind bars, something shifted. Tired of the life he was living, Yuri made a bold decision to surrender his...
Our guest today is none other than Brother Ray. Ray was once deeply entrenched in the dangerous world of gang life in Oklahoma. For 20 years, he was bound by this destructive lifestyle, fully immersed in its chaos and violence. His life led him in and out of prison time and time again, a cycle that seemed never-ending. But during his final time in prison, something incredible happened. He finally realized that God had...
Today, we have the honor of hearing from Jesse Holguin. A man whose story is nothing short of miraculous. Once a former gang member, Jesse’s life was nearly cut short after being shot and paralyzed. But God, in His infinite mercy, spared his life. Today, Jesse shares his powerful testimony. A story of redemption, healing, and faith. From the streets of the hood to the White House, Jesse’s journey is a testament to the...
Jojo is a man with a powerful story—once a former gang member who faced a sentence of over 45 years in prison. He courageously shares his testimony with us, opening up about the reasons that led him down that dark and dangerous path. Life in prison only grew more difficult for Jojo before it eventually began to shift toward something better. Ultimately, he surrendered his life to the Lord, choosing to leave behind the...
Today, I have a testimony that’s not just a tale—it’s a journey of transformation, redemption, and grace. Our guest today is Joe Loya. Joe will take us through the highs and lows of his life—a story that starts with a childhood filled with promise, but leads him down a dark path, joining a gang. He later found himself in the Navy, only to return home and face a life spiraling out of control, filled with pain and loss....
Our guest, Albert McFarland, has a story that is inspiring. Albert was raised in a challenging environment, one that ultimately shaped his path and led him down a violent and troubled road. In his youth, he became involved in criminal activities, including drug trafficking, which resulted in multiple stints in prison. However, during his most recent time behind bars, Albert experienced a serious change. He turned to t...
Today, I am honored to be joined by Luis Perez. Luis’s story begins in the depths of a life shaped by a gang affiliation from a young age. This decision led him down a dark and treacherous path, one that saw him repeatedly cycle in and out of prison. Ultimately, Luis faced serious charges, including a RICO case alongside his gang. But it was in the quiet, reflective moments before his trial that everything changed. Lu...
Welcome back, everyone. Today, I have a truly special testimony for you. Our guest is Aaron Cochran. Aaron was once a drug dealer, caught in a life of crime. For years, he associated with the cartel, lost in that dark world. But everything changed when he found himself in prison and surrendered his life to the Lord. It wasn’t easy, but eventually, Aaron built a powerful relationship with God.
Today, I’m joined by Rocco Morelli. Rocco was born into a mafia crime family, led by his grandfather, Rocco Morelli, the boss. He followed in his family’s footsteps, becoming a “wiseguy.” Eventually, he became a police officer for a few years. He worked his way through college after that. Rocco later returned to crime, landing him in the Pizza Connection Case and prison. On the brink of being ordered to kill, Rocco ga...
Welcome to another inspiring testimony. Today, I am honored to be joined by David Medina. David opens up about his early years, sharing how he found himself involved in criminal activity at a young age. His path eventually led him to join a gang, spending much of his youth in and out of juvenile detention. Over time, David’s life spiraled further, resulting in multiple incarcerations. In a pivotal moment, David was sh...
Chris Furlong is here to share his remarkable journey—a journey from darkness to light. He’ll be opening up about his past struggles with addiction and his involvement in running drugs. But through God’s grace and mercy, Chris was given the chance to surrender his life to the Lord and leave that life behind. Now, after years of transformation, Chris is living a life of service to the Lord. Just last month, I had the h...
Today, I am sharing a little bit of my testimony from 2024. A Story of how the Lord has transformed my life. Over the past year, I have experienced change, from revamping my podcast and lifestyle to improving my health and embracing a healthier weight. However, the most powerful shift has been my pursuit of a relationship with the Lord, which has truly redefined my purpose and my path.
Today, I’m honored to be joined by Josh Brooks. Josh opens up about his past—running the streets, committing crimes, selling drugs, enduring high-speed police chases, battling addiction, and facing prison. After getting busted. Josh was given a life-changing opportunity to enter a faith-based program, where he discovered the love of Jesus Christ. Since that moment, Josh’s life has been forever transformed. Today, he p...
Today, I had the privilege of speaking with Jessica Flores and hearing her incredible story. Jessica’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. She spent many years in a life of stripping, prostitution, and even pimping. Along the way, she faced numerous close calls with death. Time and again, the Lord spared her life. Then, one day, Jessica reached a breaking point. In desperation, she called out to the Lord and that ...
Welcome back, everyone! I’m beyond excited to bring you a truly life-changing testimony today. It’s an honor to be joined by Roberto Mascorro, known to many as Bam Bam. He was once trapped in the dangerous world of gang life for many years. Today, he opens up about the pain, struggles, and the harsh reality of growing up in that environment. But the most powerful part of Robert’s story is how, against all odds, God ca...
Today, I am honored to be joined by Brian Kinyon, a man whose story is a testament to the transformative power of faith. Brian has an incredible testimony of how he triumphed over the grip of addiction and the challenges of prison. After years of struggle, he found his way to a deep, personal relationship with the Lord—a journey that has since shaped his life in remarkable ways. Today, Brian continues to serve with un...
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