The Damage Done Podcast
Welcome to The Damage Done Podcast, the ultimate fusion of true crime and self-help. Join hosts Cesar and Mason, both triumphant survivors of tumultuous pasts, as they guide listeners through riveting redemption stories centered around addiction recovery and the journey away from criminal lifestyles. Drawing from their own profound transformations, Cesar, a former lifer (prisoner with a life sentence), and Mason, a recovered heroin addict, illuminate the paths to healing and resilience. Delve into inspiring conversations and narratives of individuals who, like the hosts, have triumphed over adversity to become beacons of hope within their communities and beyond.
Episodes
October 21, 2023 • 77 mins
Our latest episode features the incredible redemption story of Juan Gamez, the once-notorious figure from the captivating 2016 documentary "They Call Us Monsters."
In this episode, we delve deep into Juan's transformation from a troubled youth caught in the grips of the notorious MS-13 gang to the inspiring beacon of hope he is today.
Juan's tumultuous journey began in El Salvador, marked by a turbulent childhood that led him down a...
In this episode, we delve deep into Juan's transformation from a troubled youth caught in the grips of the notorious MS-13 gang to the inspiring beacon of hope he is today.
Juan's tumultuous journey began in El Salvador, marked by a turbulent childhood that led him down a...
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September 23, 2023 • 75 mins
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of "The Damage Done," we dive deep into the compelling life journey of Daniel Roman.
Sentenced to 30 years in prison for attempted murder at the tender age of 15, Daniel's story is one of unimaginable challenges, redemption, and transformation.
In this candid conversation, Daniel Roman opens up about his turbulent childhood and early involvement in the notorious street gang "18th Street....
Sentenced to 30 years in prison for attempted murder at the tender age of 15, Daniel's story is one of unimaginable challenges, redemption, and transformation.
In this candid conversation, Daniel Roman opens up about his turbulent childhood and early involvement in the notorious street gang "18th Street....
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March 11, 2023 • 97 mins
The Damage Done returns with the first episode of Season 3. Our murder and redemption series continues with Anthony's story.
Anthony was sentenced to two life sentences for homicide and spent decades in prison.
Anthony takes us on a journey covering his life of crime, his life inside of prison, the battle he faced overcoming his demons, all leading to his redemption and getting involved in some amazing work to help others avoid the...
Anthony was sentenced to two life sentences for homicide and spent decades in prison.
Anthony takes us on a journey covering his life of crime, his life inside of prison, the battle he faced overcoming his demons, all leading to his redemption and getting involved in some amazing work to help others avoid the...
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October 5, 2022 • 110 mins
The Murder and Redemption series is back. This time Serafin sits down to share his story.
After being charged and convicted of murder at only 17 years old, Serafin was sentenced to 27 years to life in prison.
Serafin ended up spending decades inside the notorious Pelican Bay State Prison, as well as over a decade in the SHU within Pelican Bay.
Serafin shares his experiences within the violent walls of the notorious prison, and more im...
After being charged and convicted of murder at only 17 years old, Serafin was sentenced to 27 years to life in prison.
Serafin ended up spending decades inside the notorious Pelican Bay State Prison, as well as over a decade in the SHU within Pelican Bay.
Serafin shares his experiences within the violent walls of the notorious prison, and more im...
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August 13, 2022 • 79 mins
This episode is the first of its kind on The Damage Done Podcast.This type of episode is going to be a new type of episode that we will release mixed in with our typical format of episodes, which follow a redemption arc.
This episode and the ones that follow, are for the purpose of illustrating the historical context of certain inmates Michael Thompson has spent time with, as well as to catalogue Michael Thompson's extensive experie...
This episode and the ones that follow, are for the purpose of illustrating the historical context of certain inmates Michael Thompson has spent time with, as well as to catalogue Michael Thompson's extensive experie...
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July 11, 2022 • 71 mins
He was convicted of two murders in 1975. He was handed additional life sentences for murders behind bars. He spent 45 years in prison and is the highest ranking leader of the notorious prison gang The Aryan Brotherhood, to ever drop out.
After two interviews with Michael, one with his wife and one with his daughter, Michael is back on the show.
This episode aims to clear the air with his ongoing legal battles as well as things that...
After two interviews with Michael, one with his wife and one with his daughter, Michael is back on the show.
This episode aims to clear the air with his ongoing legal battles as well as things that...
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June 28, 2022 • 56 mins
Starting with a life of crime and severe heroin addiction, Eric Spofford is much more than the successful entrepreneur you see today with the private jets and the yachts.
This episode details Eric's journey from despair to recovery, to a life full of success.
This episode is for anyone struggling with any sort of addiction or pain. Eric and Mason show what is possible on the other side of the darkness.
Please be sure to subscribe a...
This episode details Eric's journey from despair to recovery, to a life full of success.
This episode is for anyone struggling with any sort of addiction or pain. Eric and Mason show what is possible on the other side of the darkness.
Please be sure to subscribe a...
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May 5, 2022 • 65 mins
Lance and Mason speak with former NHL Superstar Theo Fleury.
"Theo Fleury is perhaps best known for his time on the ice. But off the rink, his life once carried the markings of a troubled childhood, abuse and coping with emotional pain through addictive and self-destructive behaviours.
Today, Theo defines himself as a victor over trauma and addiction, and a facilitator to those still trying to find their way. His best-selling books, ...
"Theo Fleury is perhaps best known for his time on the ice. But off the rink, his life once carried the markings of a troubled childhood, abuse and coping with emotional pain through addictive and self-destructive behaviours.
Today, Theo defines himself as a victor over trauma and addiction, and a facilitator to those still trying to find their way. His best-selling books, ...
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March 8, 2022 • 87 mins
We speak with Mark "Big Preach" Sutton. Founder of one of the largest blood gangs in California, Preach was incarcerated for 26 years for a gang related retaliatory homicide.
In prison, he found a way to change the way he views the world and dedicated himself to helping others learn from his mistakes.
Now a free man, Preach inspires and helps others on the daily.
Preach is currently the Director and founder of partnership building c...
In prison, he found a way to change the way he views the world and dedicated himself to helping others learn from his mistakes.
Now a free man, Preach inspires and helps others on the daily.
Preach is currently the Director and founder of partnership building c...
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February 20, 2022 • 59 mins
New season, new co-host, more hope, more redemption! Make sure to subscribe and share!
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October 24, 2021 • 55 mins
The Damage Done is back. This episode is about drug addiction, particularly the severe addictions and the recovery of the hosts Mason and Shane.
Our subscribers have been asking for more of Mason and Shane's story and here it is. This episode encapsulates the true purpose of why The Damage Done was released. To give some hope. People out there are struggling and dying with addiction related issues each day. We hope YOU find hope in...
Our subscribers have been asking for more of Mason and Shane's story and here it is. This episode encapsulates the true purpose of why The Damage Done was released. To give some hope. People out there are struggling and dying with addiction related issues each day. We hope YOU find hope in...
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July 19, 2021 • 58 mins
After two episodes with former Aryan Brotherhood leader, Michael Thompson and one with his wife following his most recent arrest, we bring you the final chapter in what has become a true crime saga.
We originally interviewed Michael, to tell his story of crime and redemption. A few short months after his interviews with us, he was arrested again on charges of large scale unemployment fraud.
From that point on, a lot of what was sai...
We originally interviewed Michael, to tell his story of crime and redemption. A few short months after his interviews with us, he was arrested again on charges of large scale unemployment fraud.
From that point on, a lot of what was sai...
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June 20, 2021 • 70 mins
This episode is a special episode that does not follow the typical format of our show.
This episode was made in response to the arrest of Michael Thompson. Mike was incarcerated for 45 years and was a former leader of the Aryan Brotherhood, a notorious prison gang.
Upon his release, we had the pleasure of forming a friendship with him and he became the subject of two wildly popular interviews with us.
Michael's story of redemption ...
This episode was made in response to the arrest of Michael Thompson. Mike was incarcerated for 45 years and was a former leader of the Aryan Brotherhood, a notorious prison gang.
Upon his release, we had the pleasure of forming a friendship with him and he became the subject of two wildly popular interviews with us.
Michael's story of redemption ...
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May 19, 2021 • 88 mins
Convicted of murder at the age of 17, Mitch Smiley, spent 38 straight years in the California Prison system.
Mitch shares his experiences of the lifestyle choices that led him to his imprisonment, the horrors of life in prison, but most importantly, he shares his journey that led to an incredible transformation from a real outlaw, to an amazing member of society, with a mission of helping others improve their lives and to not make ...
Mitch shares his experiences of the lifestyle choices that led him to his imprisonment, the horrors of life in prison, but most importantly, he shares his journey that led to an incredible transformation from a real outlaw, to an amazing member of society, with a mission of helping others improve their lives and to not make ...
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May 5, 2021 • 83 mins
John Mbugua returns to The Damage Done Podcast, for a new interview for our Youtube audience. Most of you know John's story from our second episode "From The Graveyard To Glory", which is available on audio only formats!
John's story starts with surviving the ethnic cleansing of his tribe in Africa as a young boy. After seeing his family slaughtered in front of him, his father sacrificing, his life so he could escape, he marched fo...
John's story starts with surviving the ethnic cleansing of his tribe in Africa as a young boy. After seeing his family slaughtered in front of him, his father sacrificing, his life so he could escape, he marched fo...
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April 11, 2021 • 108 mins
Michael Thompson, one of the former leaders of the Aryan Brotherhood, a notorious prison gang and organization, is back on the show for the highly anticipated follow up of our first interview with him.
This is a sequel you won't want to miss.
Make sure to visit www.livelearnandprosper.org to support Michael!
This is a sequel you won't want to miss.
Make sure to visit www.livelearnandprosper.org to support Michael!
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March 7, 2021 • 85 mins
He was convicted of two murders in 1975. He was handed additional life sentences for murders behind bars. He spent 45 years in prison and is the highest ranking leader of the notorious prison gang The Aryan Brotherhood, to ever drop out.
Now Michael Thompson, tells his story, a story of crime, the inner workings of the notorious organization he once helped build, personal experiences with Charles Manson, and ultimately his redempti...
Now Michael Thompson, tells his story, a story of crime, the inner workings of the notorious organization he once helped build, personal experiences with Charles Manson, and ultimately his redempti...
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February 23, 2021 • 71 mins
"Rabbi Mark Borovitz was a mobster, gangster, con man, gambler, thief, and drunk."
In this episode we interview Rabbi Mark Borovitz aka The Holy Thief.
Rabbi Mark speaks to us about his past, addiction, spirituality, his path to redemption.
Please visit www.RabbiMark.com
In this episode we interview Rabbi Mark Borovitz aka The Holy Thief.
Rabbi Mark speaks to us about his past, addiction, spirituality, his path to redemption.
Please visit www.RabbiMark.com
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January 20, 2021 • 85 mins
The Murder And Redemption Series Continues.
Featured guest Terra Newell, the real life subject of the hit podcast and mini-series Dirty John, sits down and speaks on her now famous attack, in which she fought for her life, and killed her attacker in self defense.
More importantly, Terra walks us through how she recovered from this traumatic event and how she now is able to help others with their own traumas, toxic/abusive relations...
Featured guest Terra Newell, the real life subject of the hit podcast and mini-series Dirty John, sits down and speaks on her now famous attack, in which she fought for her life, and killed her attacker in self defense.
More importantly, Terra walks us through how she recovered from this traumatic event and how she now is able to help others with their own traumas, toxic/abusive relations...
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December 27, 2020 • 95 mins
Does heroin addiction interest you? If so, this is the episode for you.
The guests on this episode are Dean Moses and Ryan Gartrell, the Founders of Spearhead Health, a new and revolutionary company in the field of mental health and addiction.
Visit their website at www.spearheadhealth.com
The guests on this episode are Dean Moses and Ryan Gartrell, the Founders of Spearhead Health, a new and revolutionary company in the field of mental health and addiction.
Visit their website at www.spearheadhealth.com
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