This episode of The Christie Taylor Show features "Freeway Rick" Ross, an American author and convicted drug trafficker, best known as the most notorious crack cocaine dealer who established a billion-dollar drug empire in Los Angeles, California during Iran-Contra period discusses his life after prison, rebuilding at-risk communities and his empire.
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Ricky Donnell "Freeway Rick" Ross (born January 26, 1960) is an American author and convicted drug trafficker best known for the drug empire he established in Los Angeles, California, in the early to mid 1980s; that turned out to be directly connected to the Iran-Contra scandal. After a stint in prison, his reconnection with a friend turned government informant led to Freeway Rick Ross being sentenced to life in prison, though the sentence was shortened on appeal and Ross was released in 2009. Over the past several years, this author turned prison reform activist, has ventured into the cannabis and boxing industries with the intent to rebuild his empire.
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Who is Christie Taylor? A radio veteran, TV/podcast host of The Christie Taylor Show, and media consultant who teaches clients how to increase their on-air confidence using my Max Out Media methodology. With over 30 years in the media, entertainment, and film industry, I am also an expert at show development, copywriting, script consulting, and devising industry strategies. I enjoy working with clients who understand that media plays a significant role in their brand's increased visibility and long-term success. My boutique public relations agency, Christie Taylor Consulting's focus on media training. Visit https://www.christietaylorconsulting.com to learn more.
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