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Honor Among Thieves Podcast

Honor Among Thieves Podcast

By: Nelson Rodriguez Jr
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 Honor Among Thieves is a raw and unfiltered true crime podcast that dives deep into the worlds of crime, prison life, and redemption. Hosted by **Nelson Rodriguez Jr.—an ex-con and reformed fraudster—**the show pulls back the curtain on stories most people never hear. Each week, Nelson sits down with drug kingpins, ex-cons, mobsters, scammers, prison guards, federal agents, and gangsters to share the untold truth of the criminal underworld. From daring scams and shocking betrayals to the harsh realities of federal and state prison, every episode uncovers the grit, chaos, and human side of life on both sides of the law. Some episodes focus on prison survival and insider stories, others on criminal empires and hustles, and many on both worlds colliding—but all are united by one theme: the thin line between loyalty, betrayal, and redemption. 👉 Subscribe now to hear authentic, first-hand stories of crime and prison, told by the people who lived them. 📧 Contact info@rawmediaofficial.com© 2025 Honor Among Thieves Podcast Philosophy Social Sciences True Crime
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  • Exposing The Most Brutal State Prisons In West Virginia

    Exposing The Most Brutal State Prisons In West Virginia
    Dec 21 2025
    Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ D On Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@therealreentryproject In this raw episode of Honor Among Thieves, Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with D, a former West Virginia stick-up kid whose criminal path began shockingly early in a place few expect. Growing up surrounded by addiction in West Virginia—one of the most drug-ravaged states in the country—D explains how environment and desperation pushed him into the streets. At just 15 years old, with nothing left at home, he ran away and survived under the alias “Conner White,” convincing people he was 18 so he could find work and make it day to day. That life unraveled shortly after his 16th birthday in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, when D sold heroin to an undercover cop. He was illegally booked as an adult and placed in adult jail, forcing him to call his grandmother—who exposed the mistake to authorities. D was transferred into West Virginia’s juvenile system and sentenced to what’s known as “juvy life,” confinement until age 21. He exposes the violent reality of juvenile prisons, where inmates aged 18–21 are set up to fail, charged as adults for fights involving minors, and subjected to inhumane guard abuse, forced fights, and torture-like punishment. Released at 18, D briefly stayed clean before believing he’d found his big break: robbing drug dealers. What started as fast money spiraled after a robbery went wrong, leaving him facing life in prison and serving five years in the West Virginia state prison system. He breaks down WV prison gangs, the internal power structure, and why drug dealers from across the country flood the state. After his release, D received money from a lawsuit against prison guards who had beaten him—and invested it into what he thought was a major drug deal, only to discover he was buying from a federal informant responsible for over 160 indictments, landing him back in prison. Episode Highlights -Growing up in West Virginia’s hidden drug economy -Running away at 15 and living under a false identity -Arrested at 16 and illegally jailed as an adult -Inside West Virginia’s “juvy life” prison sentences -Violence, guard abuse, and systemic failure in juvenile prisons -Becoming a stick-up kid robbing drug dealers -Facing life in prison after a robbery gone wrong -West Virginia state prison gangs and out-of-state drug trade -Getting indicted again through a federal informant D’s story is a brutal look at how early exposure, systemic abuse, and desperation can lock someone into a cycle before adulthood even begins. This episode of Honor Among Thieves exposes the dark realities of juvenile life sentences, West Virginia’s prison system, and the thin line between survival and destruction. A powerful, cautionary true-crime story about how fast opportunity can turn into another prison number. 0:00 Intro 2:20 Running Away From Home 9:33 Adult Prison As A Juvenile 13:46 West Virginia Juvenile Prison 26:30 Robbing Drug Dealers 35:25 Facing Life At 19 40:15 Gangs In West Virginia State Prison 52:12 Solitary Confinement & Punks 1:03:40 Getting Out From Prison… Again 1:13:21 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • The Molly Invasion: Miami's Biggest Drug Story of The 2000's

    The Molly Invasion: Miami's Biggest Drug Story of The 2000's
    Dec 14 2025
    Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 ⁠https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest⁠ Nelson on Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/⁠ G On Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gtheoriginalguru/⁠ In this raw and deeply personal episode of Honor Among Thieves, host Nelson Rodriguez Jr. sits down with his close friend and former prison bunkie, Gabriel “G” Arias-Maduro, to tell one of the most honest drug-era stories to come out of South Florida’s late-2000s underground scene. Shortly after graduating high school, G was approached with an opportunity that would change his life forever: Molly, just as it was flooding South Florida in the late 2000s. With the drug newly introduced and poorly understood, the market exploded. G describes his first flip, turning a small opportunity into $10,000 in a single month, a moment that made it clear this was no longer small-time dealing. As the Miami Molly scene grew, G transitioned from street-level sales into wholesaling, supplying multiple dealers while minimizing exposure. He explains how massive shipments, cheap sourcing, and rave culture fueled what would later be labeled by law enforcement and the media as the “Molly Invasion” — a term G would eventually see printed in the Miami Herald alongside photos of his former associates. That boom came crashing down when Miami PD traced a case back to G after a former wholesale customer cooperated with police. Although G avoided immediate prison time, he was placed on probation, believing the chapter was closing. It wasn’t. While still on probation, G was approached again — this time to move pure crystal isolate Molly at a higher level. Around the same time, federal authorities dismantled his former network. G recalls reading about the takedown in the Miami Herald before being approached by federal agents seeking cooperation. He refused to provide information. Despite not actively selling Molly for years, the federal government moved forward anyway. G was federally indicted, a decision that shocked him given the time gap and lack of cooperation. In the two years leading up to sentencing, he attempted to live a quiet life in Winter Park, Florida, unaware of what was coming. On the very day of sentencing, G learned he was facing up to 20 years in federal prison. The judge ultimately sentenced him to 11 years. What followed was a journey through some of the most notorious facilities in the federal system: * FDC Miami, where G crossed paths with Puerto Rican rapper Anuel AA * Edgefield Federal Prison Camp in South Carolina * The SHU (Solitary Confinement) after being caught with a cellphone * “The Zoo” — Yazoo City Low, a chaotic low-security federal prison * Coleman Federal Prison Camp, where G and Nelson became close friends, bonded through shared experience, and built the trust that led to this conversation Throughout the episode, G reflects on environment, opportunity, addiction, loyalty, and consequence, offering rare insight into how federal cases can follow someone long after the streets think the game is over. The conversation also highlights the mental toll of long sentences, the randomness of federal justice, and the brotherhood that forms behind the fence. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 ⁠https://federalprisontips.com/honor/⁠ Use Promo Code MONTANA ⁠https://gusvillajewelry.com/⁠ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:32 Drugs As A Kid In Miami 25:22 I’m The Molly Plug 47:01 Let’s Sells Keys Now 1:02:22 The Molly Invasion 1:21:55 11 Year Sentence In Federal Prison 1:45:15 Sent To the SHU: Solitary Confinement 1:56:29 “The Zoo”- Yazoo City Low Federal Prison 2:13:20 Coleman Federal Prison Camp 2:30:36 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 54 mins
  • The Shocking Truth About Criminal Minds with Dr Monica Vermani

    The Shocking Truth About Criminal Minds with Dr Monica Vermani
    Dec 7 2025
    Have an unbelievable story? Apply to be the next guest on Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://www.honoramongthievespodcast.com/guest Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/montanatheprophet/ Dr. Monica Vermani On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/drmonicavermani/ This week on Honor Among Thieves, Nelson sits down with Dr. Monica Vermani, renowned clinical psychologist, former prison psychologist for the Canadian correctional system, and leading expert on trauma, criminal behavior, and mental health. In one of the most revealing psychological deep dives ever featured on the podcast, Dr. Vermani breaks down how the criminal mind works, why offenders make the decisions they do, and the core differences between criminal thinking patterns and civilian behavior. Drawing from years inside Canadian prisons working face-to-face with offenders ranging from trauma-survivors to violent repeat offenders, Dr. Vermani exposes the psychology behind criminal choices, the roots of impulsivity, the impact of childhood trauma, and the distorted belief systems that shape a life of crime. She also shares powerful stories from her work inside the system and what she learned from treating individuals nobody else could reach. 🔑 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Criminal Thinking vs. Civilian Thinking-Dr. Vermani breaks down the cognitive distortions, emotional wiring, and survival-based decision-making that shape criminal behavior — and how drastically it differs from how civilians approach problems, consequences, and risk. Why Criminals Make High-Risk Choices She explains the psychology behind impulsive actions, thrill-seeking, lack of foresight, and the way trauma and environment override logic and long-term planning. Inside the Prison System Dr. Vermani shares her firsthand experiences working inside the Canadian prison system, providing therapy to some of the most challenging and complex inmates. Trauma → Crime Connection A powerful look into how childhood neglect, abuse, abandonment, addiction, and environmental pressure shape the development of criminal thinking styles. Breaking The Cycle She explains what actually works in rehabilitation, why many systems fail, and how mindset restructuring can lead to real transformation — but only when the individual is truly ready. 🎙️Dr. Monica Vermani delivers one of the most eye-opening psychological breakdowns ever featured on Honor Among Thieves. This episode goes far beyond crime stories — it uncovers the why behind the life choices that lead people into the criminal world, the trauma that fuels it, and the psychological tools needed to break free. A powerful conversation for anyone interested in criminology, mental health, rehabilitation, and the inner workings of the mind behind the crimes. Mention You Heard About Federal Prison Tips On Honor Among Thieves Podcast 👇👇👇 https://federalprisontips.com/honor/ Use Promo Code MONTANA https://gusvillajewelry.com/ Episode Chapters 0:00 Intro2:00 Meet Dr. Vermani 11:15 Dr. Vermani’s Patients 16:20 The Criminal Mind 22:15 Peace In Prison 26:26 Working with juvenile offenders 36:40 Advice For People Coming Out From Prison 45:45 Is there a point of no return? 51:10 How can family support people leaving prison? 55:58 Criminal Profiling 1:06:52 Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 17 mins
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