Respect the criminal code | Andrew Gason | TEDxMelbourne
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- This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Andrew was the hardest criminal around yet integrating back into society was his hardest journey of all.
Imagine a world where all youth and community groups were self-sustainable - independent of government funding, grants, and resources. That’s the founding vision upon which Andrew Gason has built not-for-profit organisation New Civilization Builders Inc.
Andrew’s divergent youth gave him the tools to fruitfully engage with young people on all levels. As a Samoan raised in South Auckland New Zealand, he spent half his life living in the criminal underworld being involved in every crime from burglary to weapon smuggling. The conclusion was prison. In 1998 Andrew was released from jail and started to search for a new direction in life. On October 10, his story will permanently change perspectives on perceived obstacles.
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"aw ye, you go'ta smo'k these drugs, bruv"
"smo'k those drugs? gimme them drugs! aw ye smo'ke em"
lmao i was dying
SealSwim 6 ☠️
Is that how aussey speech is visualized?
@Tyrone Notwatson he also looks like he or his family is from the islands
@@SanzuRiver Nz accent. It's annoying when people confuse them.
@@michaelbetham5881 it is kinda hard to tell the difference, especially when you've never spoken to a Kiwi and an Aussie at the same time.
"You're divorcing my mum?"
"Well, not technically"
"Well you see yes, but actually no"
Well, yes but actually, no
@Michael Haddad élève cant really read ur comment cus my phone broke, there is a white line in the middle of my screen, 1/2" line. I can still type bc muscle memory
@@patrickwilliams7496 why don't you make a single mistake at all
@Michael Haddad élève You spelled "literally" incorrectly, mein chum.
"Hi may I have some jail?"
Officer-sorry fresh out
Hahahaha
Don't forget Auckland accent
Only not liking bc the likes are at 420
Ain't life a beautiful thing. I think about these tiny details all the time. What if waht if. It's really fun as long as you moderate it and make the best of what you got no matter what :)
I actually dont understand why they did not arrest him. Can someone explain?
Cop recieves huge list of crimes
Cop: Come back in a week we need to process this
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This guy is an absolute inspiration. This is how the justice system _should_ work.
You not satisfied with the expense of punishing criminals ie 5 times cost of a car for Grand Theft Auto 5yrs punishment? You voted for it!? Criminals cant vote nor cant the patriots in prison blue square on the flag.
Notice how he successfully rehabilitated himself while the justice system lost his paperwork... seems the system only works when it keeps away
@@jeremiahlossa5317 I do not think they lost it...
Patrick Calija if they hadn’t lost it The would have had to file charges whether those charges are acted upon or not is up to the courts
It should be a holistic review I agree
Sneak 100
Pickpocket 100
Speech 100
9gag much?
@@Fluster666 The number of people that think 9gag is the only meme platform is TOO DAMN HIGH!!!!!
What’s a meme ? I think you meant to write me me.
@@Coincidence_Theorist who wants some sweets? .mememememememe 😆😘😉
I don't care if this is stolen or not. 10/10 comment would recommend again
I’ve never seen a guy try harder to get into jail..
Shemoi St. Valentine I heard his accent and at once the man lost all credibility. I also stopped the video at 0:10
@@andrewgraves9636 why?
riio refeth you really have to ask ?
Looks like 900 wasn't enough
@@andrewgraves9636 ?????
The title is clickbait. But his story is Amazing.
8.25min IMO the title is not clickbait, you didn't get it. "In the criminal world there is a code of conduct." I think you need to go back and listen to what Andrew said the Criminal code is. I lived by it when I was on the wrong side of the law.
Try applying it to your life: 1) Don't leave your friends in the lurch; back them up 2) Don't harm woman or children 3) Don't steal from poor people.
NOTE: I have seen all three of those trodden underfoot by so-called law abiding citizens. You don't have to be in Jail or have a criminal record to be a crook!
@@eagle17nz He said what it was. But there was very little detail on it. That's why OP says clickbait. The title makes it sound like that will be the focus,and it's barely an afterthought.
@@eagle17nz So you can steal from the rich people... cool.
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Ever heard of Robinhood? Not necessarily saying I'm into that, btw. Just legitimately asking.
Go for it buddie. We could use a few robbinhoodsin our society.
5:02 wait what? He did a backflip to get over a fence? This dude has nuts from another planet.
the last nuts of krypton
The cops read his stuff checked their files and went "he's just nuts"
@jason lul a 22 doesnt even pierce your skull xD
I don’t think he actually did a proper backflip lmao
He was resting against the fence saw the dogs eyes, grabbed the fence and pulled himself back over the fence, resulting in a backflip. It’s faster than getting up then mantling it.
Dhr. Neuteboom actually they definitely will . In fact .22lr pistol is very popular for doing hits on people.
Oh and the people die too.
He's gone from stealing or car stereos, to stealing our hearts.
Actually he did a little arms and drugs trafficing thus indirect murder as well.. lets not forget
OriginalCatfish let’s also not forget all the good he’s done which I would say definitely makes up for the bad things he’s done.
He is truly a phantom thief of hearts
This comment shits all over every single comment on this entire thread. Kudos
Wow, what an amazing dude. Unfortunate circumstances of his birth and family life which ultimately led him to look for another kind of family, he surrounded himself with criminals and went into a life of crime. But he took the responsibility to do what he thought was right, not just for himself but for others, and the universe treated him accordingly. Bravo Andrew.
Danilo Podrascanin kudos to the police giving him a break
What a beautiful path, and choices you’ve made. Thanks for choosing love and sharing your gifts. You’re an inspiration and if I were your parents or adoptive parents, I would be incredibly proud and thankful for you. Even as a stranger, I’m thankful for your life :)
quite odd to see this channle here
Legend says that when he went off that stage, police were waiting for him.
I actually got the chance to talk to this guy about a year ago at a health conference. Probably the most well spoken and wise guys I’ve ever met
The funny thing is, I live in Auckland and I know the golf course, river with path he took.
now you know the exact path to take in order to steal car radios and not get caught
but do you really mate? plenty of golf courses near rivers in Auckland aye.
Plot twist: The friends that let him down actually intercepted the paperwork he left at the police station.
Very probable
Or they just lost it like they do for almost 50% of FIRs people send in
900 cases of crime solving when PD are always on the brink... Nobody wanted that.
that's actually a solid theory
criminal friends: we saved you from a life of imprisonment, want some drugs?
Andrew Gason: I devoted myself to good
criminal friends: *surprised Pikachu face*
The cops are his old crim mates!!!
... "and that baby was me." THAT hit hard man 😢
"He may be your father, but he sure ain't your daddy." - Yondu
Rip
Too soon bro!
THAT GUY WAS A JACKASS
I'm f*cking mary poppins!
mary poppins*
I am blown away but this man's humbleness.
I'm a 79yo born and bred NZ'r Andrew. I hope you see this. You are an inspiration to others, i am impressed, what a man you are,
God bless you Andrew. Warm regards to you, Bob. Lower Hutt.
Him: I confess
Police: No i don’t think so
" I am NOT doing all that paperwork, tell him we lost it."
I don't give a damn if he did some ted talk. I want my stereo back!!
ModeratelyTrumpet oof
*_Now I want to know how to get out of jail with just saying some words lol_*
Shutbyotch one, two, three, four, fiiiiif!
@Nate Bermudez his homies wasn't answering when he got out 😭🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
"I have a lot of evidence"
Planning on going? or already there?
@@dallasdien neither I'm just curious
This is all well and good, but it's a story from a country where redemption and rehabilitation is encouraged. The petty criminals in the US will get decades
ey man what do you mean by "The petty criminals in the US will get decades" ? Decades of what? Time to do the right thing? hehe
If you went into an US police station and confessed your crimes like that you’d be in jail faster than you could say “community service” lol. It’s sad but true.
@Alexander Leblanc .... waw :o
So true...
I got 4.5 years for stealing a PlayStation back in 2013...
Andrew: this is my first speach
large crowd: **immediate applause**
Andrew: wow this definitely made it better. thanks a lot
Non-cooperation with law enforcement is also a common component of the criminal code
yeah that seems to go out the window when hefty jail sentences are concerned. quite funny they usually forget about the code then.
Nigeria always getting the weirdest shoutouts!!!!
As in hahahaha... Lord, am crying
Lmao
We no dey carry last oo
One hell of a come back story. Well done Andrew! :)
I wouldn't call it a comeback story given he was never convicted and officially paid for his crimes. Don't get me wrong we're lucky and he made the change for the better but not getting caught and essentially getting away for all the crimes he committed is not a come back story....
@@outogetyougotyou5250 agreed.
massively underated ted talk!
It's amazing how someone's life story can really captivate you I enjoyed this
I was adopted by an emotionless French man with zero tact.
Cant help but like this guy. I have spent time in NZ (13 weeks once) with kiwi friends and a good tour of the land and culture, enough time to form a deep respect. Based on the straight talk, brutal honesty at times and an education in self respect and honour. Typical warrior. Good on ya mate.
Imagine doing that in texas hed be on death row telling this story
Well done Andrew. The strength of character it takes to change ones life so dramatically cannot be underestimated.
his character arc is legendary
Wow this may be the first Ted Talk that I've seen without the comments being disabled. Says alot for this man's character. What a unique person. God bless
I love how supportive the comments are in this video, and all Tedx talks.
You are a good man Andrew, that is totally awesome cleaning up like that. Obviously you have personal abilities. This shows me that deep down we are all basically good people, just got to let it come out. Cheers dude.
His police chase story is from Gta san Andreas
I don't remember a point in that game where a K9 unit chases you or you run through a river to evade police.
@@snugglebuns6193 yeah get the New Zealand mod downloadable content maybe
Or replace the k9 in his story with tenpenney
Vegeta mods are not a part of the game therefore you should specify modded in the comment!
More like gta v
woooosh
What a humble man! This proves 'you cannot be what you are not'. We do go astray as people, but keeping with what you are not is a tough ask, and not sustainable. Strength to you and yours Andrew!!!
Is it just me, or does this dude sound exactly like Korg? He even has so much of the same personality.
Bryton Duropan just the nz accent. Taika Waititi is the voice actor for Korg and he’s from nz as well so he’s got that same tone and accent as this guy has.
I knew he sounded like someone, just didnt know until i read this comment. Thanks.
@@tallaj5713 The more you know! I guess I'm learning from the TedTalk and the comments. But you can't deny that he still shares some personality traits.
this is my best friend Mink
Hi my names korg, this is my friend mink, we’re ganna turn ourselves in for all the crimes we’ve committed in the name of justice, wanna come?
When you’re such a good criminal you’re even breaking criminal laws
What a story. Love it. Thanks for sharing it. Onward!
He sounds like korg from Thor: Ragnorok
That makes sence :) director of Thor, Taika Waititi, Is from new Zealand. He plays in his own movies, and he did play Korg ;)
Yeah all NZ Moari men sound like this 🤣
Coz the director was doing a stereotype of Maori from NZ 😂
New Zealand would like a word with you
@@klandalfthewhite9859 love your name that shits on point
Hey little Johnny - let me have a word.
"Your Mother and I are divorcing, she will be gone in a week - oh, and she's not your Mother and I'm not your Father.
Merry Christmas by the way!"
One of the best talk I have ever heard. Cheers Andrew and lot of respect from Nepal.
The sweetest hard criminal ever. I want to keep him in my pocket💕
Being german speaking I looked up "criminal code" in Wikipedia. It says: "Typically a criminal code will contain offenses which are recognised in the jurisdiction, penalties which might be imposed for these offenses and some general provisions".
Now the title makes full sense to me after I listened to Andrew. He really has courage and a good heart. I am very happy for him that he could turn his life around. I know how it feels to be worried that the police finds out ones crimes. I got rid of my worries too a long time ago. Thank you for your story.
Andrew: How'd you steal them?
Theif friends: We are about to change your whole career.
Thank you Andrew for taking a shot at living fresh at being a blessing to the free world. You are a true success story. :)
His fast breathing is making me feel like am not breathing 😂
i thought he was breathing fast while speaking cus he was lying but i dont think its a lie
BAD VIBES probably just nervous but he made me feel nervous too 😂
@@BADVlBES yeah its def nerves, its his 1st time so I'm sure he is a ball of nerves but has a great sense of humor, he seems like a great guy
Being short of breath in high anxiety situations like this is common. Even if you take full breaths it will always feel like a lung full is just one half second longer than you can manage.
I deal with it a lot and just....damn he kept it up for 16 mins. Raaaaad xD
I think he was really nervous, you can also tell by the way he cuts his sentences, but i found it extremely amusing how he managed to make the audience smile while he himself was nervous.
Wow. What a simple genuine talk. Way to go, brother!
2:49 "Yeah, givemeh the drugs." Lol
I'm currently studying community services, in the hopes of become a social worker or counsellor ... I'd like to study under this guy. He'd be an absolute fountain of knowledge about how to engage people at risk, and how to best help them.
Kudos for being a force for good in the world, to the people that need that guidance the most.
i'm glad he served humanity. hope he stays on that road.
Andrew, you are an amazing human being. I applaud your courage, your tenacity and your confront to do the right thing in accordance with the 'ethical codes' you aspire to and as evidenced by your many community actions you have participated in. Well done, please keep going and helping all those that need your help. Mauri ora whanaunga (health and wellbeing family).
"Ow and btw you'r adopted"
@King Brilliant I hope this comment is sarcasm coz neither of your words are spelled right
@@yt-sh How old are you?
@King Brilliant you sure you aren't aswell mate?
@King Brilliant u mye heroe
@@Chubsandsubs r/wooosh
not sure which is more impressive, turning away from the only life he knew, his dedication to finding some sort of truth, or the decision to have not only turned away from the life, but to become the complete opposite. Bravo.
Dont try this in the USA lol
Imagine how many lives would be turned around if they just got a second chance
where did he try this
Great Video. Andrew found his own rehab path. He found what worked for him. Giving back and offering help to others is a powerful elixir for your own needs as well. My only reason for living is to serve someone else, to see them helped, furthered, saved, encouraged, directed. It gives meaning and worth to my miserable existence. Without this is the world, the world is a very hard cold and crass place!!!
And all started because his parents got divorced and he was told he was adopted and his dad still has no clue??
Love you Andrew! The Universe looks after those who surrender... I trust that all needs will be provided for and all problems will be resolved with almost minimal intervention on my part.
This is the kind of story kids at school should be exposed to more often.
I love this dude so much. He's so sweet and shy:')
Wow this is in incredible what a story. Nearly made me cry
I love this talk .this guy is awesome .I wish there were more people like him in this world. Learning from your own mistakes and rehabilitating yourself , is the most successful . It differs greatly from punishing .
Ah you got the street smart and the smart.. smart, but still have a good heart. That kind of people is hard to come by
Finally an inspiring TED. Took a lot of courage. Change doesn't come easy.
Strange title for a wonderful story. Lovely man!
Yeah, right?!
Easily the most heartwarming ted talk I've ever seen!
You are now whats commonly known as,
"A success of society."
Well done you ... you wear it well. 😀
i love watching these in the background while doing work.
It all started with an early mother who wasn't responsible enough and a broken family. It's terrifying to see what the shadow of a dis-functional family could bring to your own personal life.
Amazing! As a worker in communities... we need more of this!
What a great story Andrew!! Thank you for sharing it with others.
He kept on gaining confidence throughout his speech and it was fantastic
I can relate in so many levels. Thanks for the talk homie..
BEAUTIFUL!!!!
Our lives are what they are because becauseof the actions we've taken. There are so many ways one can use the most low times in their life to help someone else who's going through it now.
"But for the grace of God, there go I."
absolutely loved his personality and outlook on life :)
Thank you for sharing Andrew. Keep up the great work
this was pretty damn inspiring, well done
This is absolutely AMAZING. You story clearly demonstrate that you can turn your life around and make it even better. All the best. Blessings
HUMANITY AT ITS BEST.
RESPECT.
Wow .. amazing story! We don't hear from many male adoptees who share on coming out the other side of prison and healing oneself! Thank you! Hats off to you Andrew!
1. Don't leave your friends in a lurch. Back them up. 2. Don't harm women or children. 3. Don't steal from poor people. 8:23 time stamp
Words to play D&D by...
3. How about don't steal from anyone....
@@outogetyougotyou5250 its called the criminal code for a reason. obiviously theyre still going to steal from people.
Outogetyou Gotyou
Define "stealing", cause we have all benefitted from someone elses stuff without their fullest consent.
@@aperson5436 When it goes against the law in the society in which you live then you can worry
Wow. This touched my heart. You are inspiring people . There is still hope to set things right. We all need to help one another be better. It's amazing that you were able to turn your life around. Well done 👏
You are one hell of a hero!!! Thanks for sharing!!
Loved listening to Andrew's story. Warmed my heart ❤
In newzeland it’s called a discharge , if u have no prior history and if the judge allows it then the defendant has the right to ask for a conditional discharge which means he cannot be caught reoffending for a year or whatever decided then it’s all good , it’s like it never happened in the eyes of the law, no conviction no nothing
What an inspiration. Self-motivated change.
proud to know this man. Congrats Andrew.
Well done mate! What a great story - No BS just tell it like it is and was. Isnt it amazing how we want to judge people so quickly. His parents. Him. The Crims. When we always judge ourselves first then we cannot have compassion for others. The world desperately needs people like Andrew to show us the way to get on with each other. That if you see a bad egg instead of judging you can lift their spirits and you can appeal to their highest self to be a better person.The fact he sought another pathway and found redemption through religion says alot about what religion really stands for. A pathway. A pathway to redemption because we need one as we will always be violating the right to be human and alive on this amazing planet called earth.
Ted is the Teen's favorite channel, thnx
What a great story about saving one more man's life! Seems like it started to change to a right direction after doing a "Personal Value" course. Doing the Scientology course assignment gave him the right tools to change his criinal life to one of the most contibuting to society fellow beacause of really wanted to change his life. Thanks Andrew for sharig the inspiration srory of yours with us. Thanks TED Talk for making such a great story available to millions so they too can have chance to be inspired and start taking charge of their own life!
thank you ... its so inspiring listening to your testimony
This is really amazing, I love that course and how he changed his life
Thank you for sharing this incredible personal story with all of TH-cam. You are a real inspiration. I believe every person can create a new tomorrow for himself and others. It doesn't really matter what happened the day or year before, or the actions one committed. It takes courage to change, and a firm belief that it is possible and within one's reach. Congratulation.
This is one of the best ted talks I’ve ever seen
8:07 "...say this certain thing and the Judge will throw the case out..."
And what was that thing your said? Now I am curious.
Judges queen's oath
I think he has to say Beateljuice 3 times feed Gizmo after midnight.
"Oi judge just chuck it out ay judge"
Judge: "Case dismissed"
I imagine the judge responded to the request to have the case thrown out the same way he did when he was offered the drugs
Awesome experience (run on sentence warning).
This fellows tale was like watching an avalanche start with a few small pebbles tumbling down on a snowy distant hillside bumping snow and rocks into motion, gaining momentum and pulling up bushes and trees along which, piling up become greater and louder and my fascination growing as intensely so that I couldn't move and having lost all sense of self completely, let it roll right over me
I was surprised to find myself sitting here with a ridiculous smile on my face and tears rolling down my cheeks. Bravo!.