The Connect- with Johnny Mitchell
Former drug trafficker and standup comedian Johnny Mitchell takes you inside the world of drugs, crime, prison, and the politics of the War on Drugs.
Episodes
April 20, 2025 • 129 mins
In this raw and unfiltered episode, Sose the Ghost takes us deep into the gritty realities of street and biker life. From growing up in the violent streets of the South Bronx as a Grape Street Crip to doing time on Rikers Island and eventually becoming a 1% outlaw biker with the Thug Riders MC — Sose shares it all.
He opens up about:
-Life-or-death moments in gang wars
-The power dynamics between Bloods and Crips in NYC
-His trans...
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WHITE CRIP Gang Member Reveals How He Survived Most VIOLENT California Prisons, BEAT A Life Sentence
April 13, 2025 • 209 mins
From the streets of Lancaster to the heart of South Central LA, Tyler Corcoran made the unthinkable choice at 14- he ran away from home and joined the 120 Raymond Crips — as a white gang member in one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in America.
By 17, he was sentenced to 80 years to life under California's Three Strikes Law. What followed was a harrowing journey through Level 4 maximum-security prisons, prison riots, near-deat...
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April 6, 2025 • 143 mins
Former drug trafficker Jason Votrobek shares his wild journey from moving ounces as a teenager to smuggling 100-kilo shipments of cocaine and running a multi-million-dollar Oxycontin empire in South Florida. From working with Mexican and Colombian cartels to near-death encounters, undercover drops, high-seas smuggling tactics, and ultimately getting busted and serving time in prison—Jason breaks down the game like no one else. His ...
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March 30, 2025 • 139 mins
James Beasley Jr. rose from the streets of Hunter’s Point to become San Francisco’s most notorious drug kingpin, moving 1,000 kilos of cocaine a month for the Medellín Cartel at the height of the crack epidemic. In this exclusive interview, Beasley reveals how he scaled his empire, outsmarted the DEA for years, and ultimately served 27 years in federal prison—not for drugs, but for tax evasion, like Al Capone.
Now a free man and a...
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Mexican Cartels Are Moving MORE Drugs Than Ever, Going To WAR On The Government- Ed Calderon Reveals
March 27, 2025 • 105 mins
In this explosive episode, Johnny sits down with former Mexican Special Forces officer and cartel expert Ed Calderon to uncover the real state of the cartel wars in Mexico. From the ongoing civil war within the Sinaloa cartel between Los Chapitos and Los Mayos, to how cartel kingpin El Mayo Zambada still pulls strings from a U.S. jail cell — Ed breaks it all down like no one else can.
We also dive into:
- The cartel's deep infilt...
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March 23, 2025 • 104 mins
From stealing high-end luxury cars to running an international smuggling ring, Skinny Keem made millions in a criminal empire that spanned 14 years. In this exclusive interview, he reveals how his operation worked, the global network behind stolen vehicles, and the unbelievable ways he dodged law enforcement. From Philly to Africa, this is a story you won’t believe.
- The shocking reality of high-end car theft
- How stolen cars we...
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March 16, 2025 • 179 mins
In this explosive interview, Anthony "Geezy" Gonzalez, former cocaine trafficker turned successful entrepreneur takes us behind the scenes of the illegal hustle happening behind the scenes with rap group Clipse. From running the streets of Virginia Beach alongside hip-hop legends like Pusha T to managing Clipse and touring with icons like 50 Cent and Jay-Z, Anthony lived a life most only hear about in rap lyrics.
But the fast life...
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March 9, 2025 • 126 mins
In this explosive episode, investigative journalist Jorge Ventura takes us deep into the hidden world of human smuggling, cartel operations, and the growing influence of Chinese organized crime in the U.S. border crisis. Jorge exposes the shocking realities behind:
- Chinese nationals paying $35,000 to cartels for illegal entry
- The cartel’s secret deal with China to smuggle fentanyl precursors
- The life-threatening dangers of c...
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Art forgery is a multi-billion dollar industry, and in this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of deception, talent, and high-stakes crime. Meet Max Brandrett, one of the most notorious art forgers in history, who made a living creating masterful fakes of famous paintings and selling them as the real deal.
From fooling galleries to evading the law, Max shares the secrets behind aging paintings, crafting perfect forge...
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The Sinaloa Cartel has long been considered Mexico's most dominant criminal empire, but with the recent arrest of its legendary leader, Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, is this truly the end? Or is the cartel simply evolving and expanding beyond borders? In this deep dive, we explore:
- The real reason behind El Mayo’s arrest and whether it was staged
- How U.S. and Mexican authorities have historically worked with cartels
- The cartel's...
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February 23, 2025 • 140 mins
In this exclusive interview, John "Red" Shea, former Irish-American gangster, shares his untold story of rising to power alongside the infamous James "Whitey" Bulger in South Boston during the 1980s. Shea opens up about his role as a key cocaine supplier, the inner workings of Bulger's criminal empire, and the ultimate betrayal by corrupt FBI agent John Connolly.
Red covers his experience with the Irish Mafia including:
-How Whit...
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February 16, 2025 • 132 mins
At just 13 years old, 59 Jay was indoctrinated into the violent world of Norteño gang politics.
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For nearly two decades, his life revolved around crime, drugs, and prison. In this raw and unfiltered inte...
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Can He Stop Them? Inside Trumps War On Mexican Drug Cartels & The New Era Of Mexican Criminal Groups
February 9, 2025 • 43 mins
2024 has seen record-breaking cartel violence in Mexico, with brutal conflicts erupting across the country. With Donald Trump back in office, he's vowing to crush the cartels, declaring them terrorist organizations and even threatening military intervention in Mexico. But is this plan realistic?
In this deep dive, we explore:
🔹 The collapse of the old cartel system and rise of decentralized criminal groups
🔹 How cartels have div...
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The Truth About Ross Ulbricht & The Silk Road: How One Man Became World's BIGGEST Online Drug Dealer
February 5, 2025 • 14 mins
Ross Ulbricht, the mastermind behind Silk Road, created one of the most notorious underground marketplaces in internet history. From 2011 to 2013, Silk Road facilitated over $200 million in drug sales using Bitcoin, making Ulbricht a target for the U.S. government. But was he truly the criminal kingpin they made him out to be?
In this deep dive, we explore:
🔹 The rise and fall of Silk Road – the "Amazon for drugs"
🔹 Ross Ulbrich...
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How Harlem's Baddest Gangster Survived The 80s Crack Wars, Death Penalty Case & The Hardest Fed Time
February 2, 2025 • 149 mins
In this gripping interview, legendary Harlem gangster Lou Simms shares his untold story of survival in the brutal world of the 1980s crack epidemic. From running a multi-state drug empire to facing the death penalty, surviving 27 years in maximum security prison, and witnessing the transformation of Harlem, Lou holds nothing back. Lou explains how he got the name "Homicide Lou", the violent reality of federal prison, being a person...
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January 29, 2025 • 81 mins
What really went down on January 6th? In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Nathan DeGrave, one of the 1600+ individuals who participated in the Capitol protest and was later pardoned by Donald Trump. Nathan shares his firsthand experience, from marching to the Capitol after Trump’s speech to the moment things spiraled out of control.
He reveals shocking details about how police responded, the role of outside agitators, an...
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January 26, 2025 • 161 mins
Dive into the extraordinary story of Jorge Valdez, the original "Cocaine Cowboy" who pioneered the cocaine trade in the United States during the 1970s. From his beginnings as the Medellín Cartel's accountant to running multi-million-dollar operations, Jorge franchised the drug trade and left a mark on history.
But his story doesn’t end there. After a life-changing spiritual awakening, Jorge walked away from a dangerous empire, for...
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January 19, 2025 • 128 mins
Dive into the gripping story of Stephen French, also known as "The Devil," one of Liverpool's most infamous figures. From his troubled childhood to leading a stick-up crew during the 1980s cocaine boom, French built a fearsome reputation in the underworld, amassing millions and dominating Liverpool's streets.
In this exclusive interview, he opens up about his journey through violence, crime, and redemption. Discover how he evaded ...
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January 16, 2025 • 176 mins
Dive into the extraordinary life of David McMillan, a former professional heroin smuggler who orchestrated massive operations across the globe. In this gripping interview, David reveals how he navigated the dangerous underworld, sourced the finest heroin from Southeast Asia, and built an empire that spanned continents.
But it wasn’t all glamour. Arrested in Thailand and sentenced to death in one of the world’s toughest prisons, Da...
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Inside The War On Somali Pirates: Navy Seal Team 6 Leader Reveals Rescuing The REAL Captain Phillips
January 12, 2025 • 136 mins
Step into the gripping world of an elite Navy SEAL turned private military contractor. In this candid conversation, Daniel Corbett shares raw insights into his journey from a troubled youth to becoming a SEAL, intense combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan, and the ethical dilemmas faced in modern warfare. He reflects on his time with SEAL Team 6, hostage rescues, mercenary work, and the psychological impact of high-stakes operati...
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