This has to be one of the best stories I’ve heard in this channel!! As a former lifer who did 25 straight, I can definitely identify with his story of failure and redemption. Robert is an inspiration for others and an example of the sufficiency of Gods Grace in action!! Keep your head up Robert and “GO THE DISTANCE….” Peace
This guy should be a consultant for movies on gang life. He’s an amazing storyteller. He’s so naturally smart, had he not sold his young soul to “working” for mobsters, I am sure he would have excelled in whatever profession or trade he could have chosen. In spite of his mistakes, it’s obvious he’s a man of integrity. I’m glad he stopped devoting his energy to a treacherous conglomerate like the cartels.
Robert, you will probably never see this. But my father gave 40 years of his life to the CDCR, and was tired of it and ended it on his own in Pelican Bay earlier this year. You may have known him, seems like you guys may have been affiliated with the same group. But watching this video gutted me, I cried from beginning to end. Because like you, my dad didn’t really didn’t have many options from birth. His only child, the burden of his choices fell on me hard, from my birth until his death, it’s been a struggle. I hope you know, your testimony. God literally pulled you from the pits of hell aka CDCR! Your mindset, the way you articulated your experiences. I prayed my whole life my dad could have had the change you had, unfortunately, his lifestyle was always most important. You keep on telling your story, you never know who is listening maybe a young boy in SoCal right now that’s gonna make the same choices! Thank you for sharing this!
Love you unc. Proud of how far you’ve come. I remember staying at your house a year and a half ago and you let me read your testimony from prison from when you were incarcerated.You’ve accomplished more in a few years than most do in a lifetime. My mom always spoke highly of you growing up and knew the struggles you battled at a very young age that no child should go through. Keep up the good work and fuck what all these negative people have to say. Most wouldn’t survive or be able to endure the things you have since you were a young child.
Blood may be thicker than water but sometimes families have water in their veins. Wish I had a close family. Extremely toxic to the point where I ‘divorced’ my family and moved overseas just to get away for my own mental safety. Moving out of state wasn’t an option. Couldn’t be happier. I know how this man feels 💯
Your truth is an example of just how toxic entertainment media and news media is because contrary to these stupid and manipulative sayings that are a constant in media from wholly corrupt people, *sometimes the solution really is running away from your problems!* You can separate yourself with distance, leave it all behind and you immediately start healing. *We live in a world full of toxic symbology and it's most extreme presence is entertainment media and celebrities who are nothing more than complete and total strangers that in some capacity are being paid to say things.* The most ever present thing they say are these absurd rules of old sayings an analogies literally none of them live by while manipulating us since childhood to believe if we do, it's a path to greatness; *it's definitely not!*
@@biddibee3526 it's nowhere near as bad as the bullshit we're chronically bombarded with from actors and actresses in movies that sell us the lies and it's so heavily reliant on stupid old sayings, ancient "rules" of morality and figures of speech. That particular one has substance if you show some tolerance in observing it while most popular others don't. Money isn't everything; but neither is love. Beauty is only skin deep but personality can be just as fake too. There are truly toxic old sayings we're manipulated into living by and that wasn't one of them you dolt.
The way his voice would crack at poignant moments tells me all I need to know about this man. He deeply regrets the things he's done and is in a constant battle to not break down from it or return to his previous ways. He's a man in a lifelong struggle to maintain his righteousness and redemption. Much respect.
I’m glad! He was intercepting his own views a little too much, like trying to guide what people say instead of letting express themselves freely as to how they see themselves.
Great story teller, with amazing memories of the details. I never judge a man for his actions, if I’ve not walked in his shoes. His loyalty to family and the code are admirable. His accountability and growth are also admirable. I respect his way that’s straight up, there’s no coward in this man. Great interview
For everyone saying he's proud or looks happy. I don't think he's happy or laughing or anything. Just in my opinion, looks like it's a nervous grin, and you can tell there's remorse, I'm no psychologist or anything, but he doesn't seem like he's proud or happy. Seems like he's avoiding crying by grinning. What I will say is that I hope he's sincerely apologetic and remorseful.
@@theczar3290 He told a his story…and parts of it were a difficult story to tell!! But he told it none-the-less!!! Anyone who airs out their dirty laundry for the sake of benefiting others is commendable.
that's any human being. ted bundy was considered hot, (which is why his female body count was very high women thought he was cute) anyone. even people you least expect it could snap at any moment.
Bro, I grew up in the one-ways on Cheshire in the late 80's. I remember the nightly gun shots. Graduated Tracy High 97. I am an engineer now. When I tell my history to people they can't believe it. Still in Norwalk Civic center but living the american dream. Some of my cousins unfortunately were not so lucky and did not make it. Thank you mom and grandma for all your prayers. I hope Mr Hernandez can leave that lifestyle behing and raise a family which is so satisfying.
It made me feel at ease when he says that he regrets some of his past actions, but acknowledges that while he is explaining some of the situations from the past that he is re-living those emotions and that emotions dont know time like that.. Because certain people in some videos seem like they aren't aware that they are sitting smiling talking about hurting another human being or something like that. But he is aware, we're all human and make mistakes, I try not to judge anybody, but it's hard to watch a video with someone talking about doing bad stuff and they show no remorse what so ever. Great interview though, must say I enjoyed the listen. Peace from Norway!
I feel the same as you. I didnt like the smiling and how he seems proud still of some of the stuff he did. Just how I see it. I do think he regrets much and I hope he continues to learn from his mistakes just like we all should! Thanks Mark!!
My husband is this way. He would tell me stories when asked and I pointed out to him your expressions are showing u enjoy this and he immediately dropped his expression and said oh no I don't but I did and I hate that I did
I also felt this… a lot of mixed emotions but I’ll say I wouldn’t be caught alone with that man.. I’m not sure he’s a changed man even tho he may understand that what he does is wrong, that doesn’t mean he has remorse. Something about him makes me feel uneasy and anxious🤷♀️
GOD!! Takes me back 40 years to a traumatic childhood. Yes, my siblings are just like that. I escaped by never being "good enough" and getting straight "A" and focusing on educating myself while the tornado flew around my life. I escaped and never looked back!
Same! I skipped two grades and graduated at 16 with a full scholarship. Put myself through nursing school. Family members always said I thought I was to good for them. I have no contact these days and am successful living my best life while they still drown themselves in self pity, drugs & alcohol 😂
This man’s story is one hell of a ride. Makes me think of my Uncle who just got out of prison a few years ago. He was in prison for 43 years. He was apart of the Nuestra Familia. I believe his ranking was either a captain or General. About half way through, The Feds offered him a deal for him to get out if he complied. Truly, my uncle wanted to always get out and be with the family. I believe it took around 15 years for him to finally get out. It almost sounds impossible due to him having to serve 2 life sentences. He went to a handful of top penitentiaries. He would write out orders at pelican bay to send out to the gangs in the streets. I believe they used code. I remember when he finally was granted freedom, the FBI agents told my family and I to not call him by his real name for a while. But anyways Just like this man, nothing but humbleness and humility. Keeps his cool, found Jesus, is now married and owns a home. The stories he would tell me were pretty gnarly. Just like Robert, he does not take pride in the things he has done. I love my uncle and give him nothing but respect. He’s a kind hearted man. He’s a changed man. My whole family embraced him right away when he got out.
I think... some of us, had to... explore, our violent tendencies... you know how to truly care for people, when you've truly hurt someone. And only if there was remorse. Former gang members have the capacity for this rare transformation... me being one of them that has joined the ranks of normie life and mortgages and dog food and credit ratings and so on. I DID tire of the lifestyle... as most men will. It's only in our youth that we fall prey to this warriors mentality that's almost instinctual to shed blood in battle and be praised for it...
“You know how to truly care for people, when you’ve truly hurt someone…” that’s a quote I’ll never forget man. I’ve never heard anyone say that. You truly shared some wisdom here, I respect that.🤙🏼 How are you doing now?
This is why Mark is the best of all interview channels!!!!! He stay quite for a whole hour not saying a word while the man or women share there life story. Hes selfless and thats why Mark exceeds in his work. Good job Mark!!!!
Wow. A lot of self righteous judgemental people in the comments. None of us are perfect. If you change and develop standards and principles, there’s redemption. Stop judging. Look at your own life. Help others and become a better person. Do your best always. Be cool.
A lot of ppl are saying stuff about his mannerisms and loving his dad despite what he did to his mama , but check this, if you’re a child and all there is around you is violence, you eventually become violent. Just because his dad hurt his mother doesn’t mean he is going to resent and hate his father.. as a child you look up to whoever is around you no matter if they are bad or not, you know no different anyways.
This is the best interview I have ever seen on soft white under belly the way this individual know how to tell his story in a way where you can picture it in your head like a movie and isnt lying about the stuff he experienced just makes this story even crazier I have watched this Chanel for years and there are so many insane stories on here where it would be hard to just pick one but I gotta say this one really had me stuck watching 💯
Please pray for my son he just turned 21, his second bday in jail & got sent to Wasco for processing he's facing 11yrs 💔😡😭 i want to bring him home so bad!
He’s telling you his story of who he use to be, had the guts to share his story. That takes damn courage and all you have to say is “This guy is scary “ your a 🤡
Wow...this man spoke directly to my heart. I was bawling through most of his story. I do my best in life not to judge a person, especially by their past. We all have pasts and want to try and forget about them, to shove them in to a dark hole somewhere to never surface again. However, hearing this man tell his story, and with such gentleness actually healed a part of me. Thank you sir for being brave enough to tell us about it. By doing so, you've helped more people than you know. May God watch over you and yours always 👍
I am a grandma and I feel for this man who has gone through so much in his life..he is holding back tears for sure. All that he went through..terrible but if he is remorseful then what can I say? I wish him well on his journey of being a better man...
@djay851 Bet you are one of those that only wants their opinion and no one else's..no free speech in your heart! I said what I said and OF COURSE I would not want my grandson or anyone else hurt in any way. This man is remorseful as I said..go take your negativity somewhere else...
@@djay851So no redemption? We are just supposed to leave him a cage forever? Even thought he could reach 30 kids and save the next generation of victims. You’re not a deep thinker.
Thank you Robert! We were once neighbors- I lived in the LBC. You are one inspired and grateful man and I believe your story would make a wonderful screenplay. Godspeed.
@@zach_zach5453 So did most of our relatives in history. Very similar to war vets. They did it to protect their country, within the whole territorial world. I am a military spouse who sees it different, but still very similar. Did our vets know the Vietnam man as a regular man? No, My brother was all of Viet Cong as a threat and sniped them. U.S have a lot of killers, but you will never see it like that. Military is proud and holds values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. You think they really enjoyed it? Educate yourself on what PTSD is. This man on this video was in a "street basic training" and already predisposed to this life. What great masculine example except the higher ups in prison? I have brothers from El Monte, Ca and know who Hays gang is, the other is Flores in South El Monte he were my mom side were raised. I went to school there in Jr. high. The issue is in California is that all the men who have children end up in prisons, and the children have no fathers to correct them properly. Sometimes the dad being in prison makes it difficult for the mother and they get hooked on drugs, and the children get raised by the system. It's a bigger problem than you see in this story.
This was a damn good story. I never been to prison before but his drug addiction mirrored my own. I was put on at the age of 12 with IV heroin use. I struggled for 25 long years before I was able to finally put it down. I battled a hep c bout which damn near killed me. I lost my family due to my addiction, found my mom dead, lost my children, got divorced twice, all while still hopelessly addicted to heroin. I finally wised up, found a woman who truly loved me enough to invest her time in me and she showed me a life without drugs. I’ve been clean four years, I have my health now, my body fought off the hep c somehow, I got custody of my oldest son, and now currently in a custody battle for my youngest son (his mother lost him to the state because she relapsed and went to rehab). This story truly rang deep in my heart and I know I’m not alone in this life, and that someone else went thru similar issues (solely drug related, minus the prison term) and it shows me that we can recover and do great things. When he said he did in five years what takes some lifetimes to do, I fucking felt that because that’s what I did too. Thank you Mr Hernandez, for sharing your story, and thank you Mark for giving this man a platform to voice this message. As powerful as this is it could potentially save someone. I’d love to tell my story one day and would pray for someone to give me the platform to do so once I was ready.
I run a parole board preparation program for lifers. It is not simple for someone with Robert’s reputation to be found suitable for released. Welcome home brother, this video can help many people have a better understanding of what they will be committing when they join a barrio.
His story needs to be in a book, cause I want a copy! An hour wasn’t enough Mark, now I gotss questions 😂 I love these videos where one can speak for an hour straight.
It's one of my favorites so far. Robert, I'm so happy that you chose to change your life. You have one hell of a story you had me invested from the beginning. Stay blessed.
This has been one of the most real interviews I have ever seen. With a knot in the throat through it all ... But he told his story and that my people is what we all have... A STORY TO TELL. Sometimes the choices we make aren't because we don't know how, but because our surroundings and upcoming make us. Until we find who we really are in life we ask for apology and make better choices that make sense for our own sake. In this world we aren't perfect! But each day we wake up we get a chance to be better than we were yesterday! Thank you Robert! May you be forgiven by those who came across you and may God bless you daily. You spoke and we heard you. TE Mando un abrazo y dale con Todo a esta vida que nos que da por vivir! 🫂
@@thecrystalshipful I don't know what the hell your trying to say but the reason why this interview is good is because dude knows how to clearly tell his story. He could have been talking about cartoon animation and I would have been engaged. Stop being dramatic.
Crazy.. so I had an encounter with Diablo" at the anchor inn motel in Norwalk off of imperial highway and Firestone. I was 16 and visiting a friend who lived there.. her family were the managers. One night, we were by the pool, and there was a payphone on the wall.. At the end of the pathway, a dead end ..nowhere to go. I'm talking on the phone, and he comes up and tries to phone check me. I'm 49 now and was 16 then. He's a few years older than me. I'never seen him before, and I'm from Norwalk.. i grew up in the circle on Madris Ave and Cheshire went to dolland Elementary and John Glenn high-school in the 80s. He wanted me to get off the phone and started telling me ,and the girl I was with ,who he was and where he was from and that I needed to let him have the phone because of it. He was a lot thinner .strung out, no doubt, younger. The girl I was with jumped up got in-between us .she got in his face and told him that what he was doing wasn't called for..that one of us are gangbangers and not to be bringing that to where she lived He looked at her and smiled..sure it helped that she was beautiful but I think he respected that she wasn't intimidated an backed off. I ended my call, hung up the phone, and just watched in amazement. Now I know his name..... Robert
Interviews like this are why I love this channel! The host allows the guest to speak with little to almost zero interruptions. More podcasters could learn from this type of interviewing. Robert, I wish you nothing but the very best my guy! You’re on the path to becoming a better person every day and it’s evident that you’ve more than learned your lesson. BTW- as a fellow wrestling fan, having that WWE heavyweight championship belt as a reminder of what you’ve overcome hit hard! Gave me the idea of getting one myself as a reminder to what I’ve gone through and managed to cone out alive and better.
He says he finds no pride or idolizing his physical assualts but u can see his eyes light up and the smile he acquires when he is in the middle of explaining his attacks, especially the one where they ripped the guys face off in county, I mean I get it homie, when bringing ourselves back to memories like that its almost human nature to find ourselves re-living experiences that have made such a footprint on our minds. I don't necessarily think u are proud about them memories because it's disgusting the suffering you brought to so many innocent people. Even when we find our opps who may deserve the physical attacks and possible loss of life, their families and loved ones suffer the most and in many circumstances they are innocent. many times we are not in control of what comes naturally including enjoying or feeling the adrenaline and excitement rushing through your veins. So not hate homie, i think its clear u changed ur lifestyle, I just think its crazy how deep we can fall into our memories and the places it brings us, memories have the ability to send us back and put us into the shoes of the people we used to be.
Have you spent 25 years incarcerated? Is it possible that after being institutionalized for two decades your response to fear/anger/sadness/regret/sorrow may not present in a normal way? If you pay attention you can see the sadness behind that 'smile'. I for one see the redemption/regret in this man and he is few and far between.
So many people like yourself would benefit from the most basic psychology 101 class. Do some research on different coping mechanisms post- traumatic experiences
If these people can stomp on another human being like that, they are under demonic possession. Ugh….at this point why even live. All the pain they caused to others is horrific.
Right on bro, I'm 53 and I've changed my ways a lot too. Sometime during the last 5 years I got a whole change of Outlook, quality of life, and a new meaning. I'm proud of you bro, stay at it 👍👌💯
This might possibly be my favorite interview of all the soft white underbelly interviews I have watched. Props to Robert for going about to really change who he is as a person. To hold oneself accountable & to acknowledge his past misdeeds fully is truly inspiring. If anyone ever asked me to give them an example of my idea of how a man should carry himself or be like I would direct them to this video. Thank you Robert wholeheartedly for doing this interview. Takes tons of courage to take full accountability of yourself & your past actions. Truly an inspiration of change & for doing better.
This guy is something evil for real. Attacking innocent people just bc they got less time then you and stomping them out causing head trauma forever. Beating women. Smh
You clearly didn't watch the whole interview. Why are you even watching this channel if you quit watching after 5 minutes and cast judgment? Your attention span is clearly hindering your determination of character, along with the 22 ppl that liked your comment.
He apologized for the things he did. You could judge him all you want but he came into this YT to tell his truth. You could tell he regrets everything he did and feels sorry for it.
Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.
Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!
Yes, Steve_porassss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
I wish they were readily available in my place. Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac. He's constantly talking about killing someone. He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.
Good stuff Robert I saw your whole transformation and we spent a lot of time together glad to see you doing well haven’t heard or seen you in a while hope all is good
I grew up in Norwalk too, and while that was normal life, I never understood it until I was a little older. I remember being so upset when my parents uprooted us from the neighborhood, but my mom stood firm! I was gonna miss my friends and the familiar area. She was 1000% correct when she said "I guarantee you that in 10-20 years these people are STILL GONNA BE HERE, DOING THE SAME DAMN THING", which at that time wasn't a good thing. Listening to this guy talk, I can see some regrets, but..... He's enjoying telling those stories a bit too much.
On a lighter note, your pfp is Gorgeous 😊, but yeah dude is smiling way too much, I get that feeling as well.. very dangerous person but not by the looks
Og thank you for taking the time and courage to share this powerful life story of yours. It had me glued and truly emotionally connected. My hats off much respect may you stay blessed
“STREET TERRORIST” got me Drove to Vegas with listening to this and I was frustrated in beginning but when I heard him at the end saying he regrets and how sorry he was about the lives he has changed and lives he hurt I really believe him.
I hope people watching this can learn from You and Your story man. It takes courage to tell your Story with honesty and not gloss over the bad things. Respect.
You can tell dude truly has remorse and regret. Alot of people saying he sick in the head for smiling or smirking while telling these stories, remember behind every smile theres an untold story to be heard of. Theres still alot of pain and hurt in him and you can only imagine throwing a third of your life and realizing how much pain you have caused and the years you will never get back from.
🗣 ✨Thank you M. Hernandez for sharing those gems. I’m sending you Love and Respect sir from my country which some call a “ shithole “ but still that’s where i was born and still living to date. A lot of my fellow Haitians, brothers and sisters, are looking for a way out of the country and i am one of them ‘coz i got kids and i am not seeing that little light at the end of the tunnel BUT listening to you today brought tears to my eyes and hope to my soul. I’m 44 years old brother and i feel like life is slipping through my fingers but it’s just a feeling, i know God is right there and everywhere and i will always, as my father thought me, to never quit no matter what might happen. Thank you M. Hernandez for opening your heart and soul to the world so a brother could benefit from that acquired wisdom through sweat, blood and tears. It shaked my entire being when you mentioned the movie: “ le Conte de Monte Cristo“ and that specific moment from “ 8 Mile “ too. The way you talked, your flow, your voice, the prison stories all that is a blessing to me. God bless you M. Hernandez ! God bless you Marc from Port-au-Prince, Haiti ! 🙏🏽
I went thru this with my son, i was a single mom , he started getting in trouble in elementary, went to juvinie, then grouphome then prison, its been a long road, he out now married , and working, im so proud of him.🤧🙏🏼
I am from California and know a lot of how it is there. I left California because growing up all I saw were similarities. In high school, I felt so institutionalized. The format goes, Mexicans hand in one area, black on the other, then white skin-heads in the other. We were already predisposed to what looked the same as a prison yard. These groups did not get along, and whenever there was a fight, all 3 races were separated into class rooms for a few hours as student were questioned. When I left that public high school in 1992, then already had the approval and plan to put in the metal detectors. I married, became a military wife, and got the heck out of California. How are men in Cali with a family supposed to support their families with no stable good jobs that allow a man to provide adequately for his family with a acceptable salary and good benefits and hours? If that is not happening, the result to drug dealing, then the life of gangs comes in and prison. No good example, jobs, cost of living, a predisposed environment, so many children in foster care. I relocated with the military and only go to Cali to visit family every 6-10 years.
First off,ConTodo Respetos...I saw your Podcast this morning,I know Alot of Your Homeboys from the Walk.Met& Got real close to one of your homeboys I met n Calipatria n the 90s Not gonna mention his name but I was with him up until his passing a few years back..I'm sure you knew him & his familia...I feel you on the (Bedrock) experience Cor Shu ..I was there n 92 93 4A2R..I too am a recovering Heroin addict going on my 8th year of being out of the mix..You've given me the affirmation that people like us can Change.. Keep pushing Ese..👊
Ofcourse he reliving how he felt in those times. Natural no BS. He about that. But i can also tell he will much rather walk away than react but up against the wall he will show out as any man would
Wow!!! This is by far one of the most powerful stories I've seen on Soft White Underbelly. I've grown up with family who were and still are institutionalized, my relationships are primarily with institutionalized men. This story makes me think about prison reform.... Gives me hope....
Thank you, Robert, for sharing your story. I hope you will return to share more. When you shared how the Governor himself signed off on you at the parole board, saying that he doesn't normally do that, I felt so proud and humbled for you. I had the biggest smile hearing that. God is good! All the time!
This is a fantastic interview through my teenage years and into adulthood I was wrapped up in a life of drug addiction and committing crime to support a drug habit.which ultimately sent me to prison three different times with numerous violations and I can’t even count how many times I’ve been in county jails what I can tell you is that I ran into a lot of guys like him when I was inside most of them never got out. This is an extremely inspiring story. I for one have nothing but respect for an admiration for this man and the positive changes that he’s made for himself in his life. This is an absolute banger of an interview.👍🙏💯💯💯💯
Dude never had a chance at a normal life. Alot people dont understand that old school dudes smile when they are hurt. I think alot of the happiness people are picking up on is just his coping mechanism.
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This has to be one of the best stories I’ve heard in this channel!! As a former lifer who did 25 straight, I can definitely identify with his story of failure and redemption. Robert is an inspiration for others and an example of the sufficiency of Gods Grace in action!! Keep your head up Robert and “GO THE DISTANCE….” Peace
God has big plans for you too
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Shout out to all the scrap homies holding it down
This guy should be a consultant for movies on gang life. He’s an amazing storyteller. He’s so naturally smart, had he not sold his young soul to “working” for mobsters, I am sure he would have excelled in whatever profession or trade he could have chosen. In spite of his mistakes, it’s obvious he’s a man of integrity. I’m glad he stopped devoting his energy to a treacherous conglomerate like the cartels.
These are the kinda stories I enjoy on this channel, when Mark let's people speak for 1hr+ and let's them speak freely without any interruptions.
Takes a certain personality type & story telling ability to do it though
@@sullystpatrickRight. Many sit silent waiting for Mark to ask them a question. The entire interview
Yes, so you can see the psychopathy.
Did he say what he does for a living now? Just wondering if he has a good job or a business?
He can't do that with the convos he wants to steer to a certain outcome
Robert, you will probably never see this. But my father gave 40 years of his life to the CDCR, and was tired of it and ended it on his own in Pelican Bay earlier this year. You may have known him, seems like you guys may have been affiliated with the same group. But watching this video gutted me, I cried from beginning to end. Because like you, my dad didn’t really didn’t have many options from birth. His only child, the burden of his choices fell on me hard, from my birth until his death, it’s been a struggle. I hope you know, your testimony. God literally pulled you from the pits of hell aka CDCR! Your mindset, the way you articulated your experiences. I prayed my whole life my dad could have had the change you had, unfortunately, his lifestyle was always most important. You keep on telling your story, you never know who is listening maybe a young boy in SoCal right now that’s gonna make the same choices! Thank you for sharing this!
Love you unc. Proud of how far you’ve come. I remember staying at your house a year and a half ago and you let me read your testimony from prison from when you were incarcerated.You’ve accomplished more in a few years than most do in a lifetime. My mom always spoke highly of you growing up and knew the struggles you battled at a very young age that no child should go through. Keep up the good work and fuck what all these negative people have to say. Most wouldn’t survive or be able to endure the things you have since you were a young child.
Why don't you take a shrimp and put it in your socks. Just put a shrimp in your socks and leave it there. DON'T take it out, home slice.
What up diablo it's woody I'm out
Tru dat!
I’m proud of him and I don’t know him. Your words also say a lot about the great human being you are. Blessings!
A very articulate man. We are very fortunate to hear these stories first hand. It's a learning experience for all of us. Thankyou.
wow he should be a teacher
@@KevinPerez-pe8bt gullible? we are pointing out positive marketable skills...
Blood may be thicker than water but sometimes families have water in their veins.
Wish I had a close family. Extremely toxic to the point where I ‘divorced’ my family and moved overseas just to get away for my own mental safety.
Moving out of state wasn’t an option.
Couldn’t be happier.
I know how this man feels 💯
That’s a stupid saying, veins don’t have water. Some families have drug abuse in them and severe disfunction. There’s no water involved.
Your truth is an example of just how toxic entertainment media and news media is because contrary to these stupid and manipulative sayings that are a constant in media from wholly corrupt people, *sometimes the solution really is running away from your problems!*
You can separate yourself with distance, leave it all behind and you immediately start healing.
*We live in a world full of toxic symbology and it's most extreme presence is entertainment media and celebrities who are nothing more than complete and total strangers that in some capacity are being paid to say things.*
The most ever present thing they say are these absurd rules of old sayings an analogies literally none of them live by while manipulating us since childhood to believe if we do, it's a path to greatness; *it's definitely not!*
It's just a figure of speech......
@@biddibee3526 it's nowhere near as bad as the bullshit we're chronically bombarded with from actors and actresses in movies that sell us the lies and it's so heavily reliant on stupid old sayings, ancient "rules" of morality and figures of speech.
That particular one has substance if you show some tolerance in observing it while most popular others don't.
Money isn't everything; but neither is love.
Beauty is only skin deep but personality can be just as fake too.
There are truly toxic old sayings we're manipulated into living by and that wasn't one of them you dolt.
@@JonDethWhy are people buying into what actor and actress are peddling, I never did, remember it’s their platform, not everyone else’s
The way his voice would crack at poignant moments tells me all I need to know about this man. He deeply regrets the things he's done and is in a constant battle to not break down from it or return to his previous ways. He's a man in a lifelong struggle to maintain his righteousness and redemption. Much respect.
Well stated
@WedontplayboutUs very well said. I have my demons. I have had to grow up with my 4 boys. He's fighting every day, and I look up to that.
Mark, not saying a word, is an absolute interview ❤
Great edit. I'm sure Mark has his input during the interview. We've seen the great work he's done.
When you snitch on yourself c/o Mark Laita (murders dont have a statute of limitations) 😂 this is kind of like when rappers snitch on themselves...
I’m glad! He was intercepting his own views a little too much, like trying to guide what people say instead of letting express themselves freely as to how they see themselves.
@@gilyp4205what if it’s made up?😮
Great story teller, with amazing memories of the details. I never judge a man for his actions, if I’ve not walked in his shoes. His loyalty to family and the code are admirable. His accountability and growth are also admirable. I respect his way that’s straight up, there’s no coward in this man.
Great interview
For everyone saying he's proud or looks happy. I don't think he's happy or laughing or anything. Just in my opinion, looks like it's a nervous grin, and you can tell there's remorse, I'm no psychologist or anything, but he doesn't seem like he's proud or happy. Seems like he's avoiding crying by grinning.
What I will say is that I hope he's sincerely apologetic and remorseful.
A lot of these people are just listening without video so it's hard to convey the whole situation..
I'm sure he is for some things... dogging civilians and old men maybe...
But, for the war parts...the politics... probably not.
@@theczar3290 He told a his story…and parts of it were a difficult story to tell!! But he told it none-the-less!!! Anyone who airs out their dirty laundry for the sake of benefiting others is commendable.
Yeah growing up I always got in trouble for having a “smirk” while getting in trouble and I swore up and down it was that I was nervous
That is a Sinister grin. Sign of some ruthless dudes I've seen on the street
Man was stuck watching this interview from the start. Best interview I've heard in a long while God bless this man.
Yes it's firme, it's just like my bros life n mine
@@ChrisinaOlivas-zb4dghope you get locked up with p Diddy Holmes
@@WilcoxNotreallytheregrow up gang
I can relate. Grew up in barrio Van Nuys, 90’s LA, 20 years on heroin. Then I let Jesus take control of. I’m married with kids, home owner, normie……
my brother in Jesus Christ
Jesus didn't do shit. You did. Don't credit a bum for your success
Wow!
Just beginning 12yr detox from methadone.JC is Lord and Saviour,bless you and your family .
@@Waffalo420 You are lost.
Everyday I come to work, throw on my headphones and watch soft white underbelly. thank you mark.
Same!!
Do ya actually do any work?
Same!!! lol I’m glad I’m not the only one
Wtf haha
@@cfp11 not watch but listen I’m a aerospace machinist
These are one of the dudes that you see in public and don’t know how dangerous he is or was . Love the interview
that's any human being. ted bundy was considered hot, (which is why his female body count was very high women thought he was cute) anyone. even people you least expect it could snap at any moment.
Nah fr tho you'll think he a regular construction worker until u hear all this
Bro, I grew up in the one-ways on Cheshire in the late 80's. I remember the nightly gun shots. Graduated Tracy High 97. I am an engineer now. When I tell my history to people they can't believe it. Still in Norwalk Civic center but living the american dream. Some of my cousins unfortunately were not so lucky and did not make it. Thank you mom and grandma for all your prayers. I hope Mr Hernandez can leave that lifestyle behing and raise a family which is so satisfying.
Same
EXACTLY.. GROWING UP IN A VARRIO IS NOT A BARRIER TO SUCCESS..ITS INDIVIDUALS CHOOSING TO EITHER DO HOMEWORK OR GANGBANG... SIMPLE AS THAT
It made me feel at ease when he says that he regrets some of his past actions, but acknowledges that while he is explaining some of the situations from the past that he is re-living those emotions and that emotions dont know time like that.. Because certain people in some videos seem like they aren't aware that they are sitting smiling talking about hurting another human being or something like that. But he is aware, we're all human and make mistakes, I try not to judge anybody, but it's hard to watch a video with someone talking about doing bad stuff and they show no remorse what so ever. Great interview though, must say I enjoyed the listen. Peace from Norway!
I feel the same as you. I didnt like the smiling and how he seems proud still of some of the stuff he did. Just how I see it. I do think he regrets much and I hope he continues to learn from his mistakes just like we all should! Thanks Mark!!
My husband is this way. He would tell me stories when asked and I pointed out to him your expressions are showing u enjoy this and he immediately dropped his expression and said oh no I don't but I did and I hate that I did
I also felt this… a lot of mixed emotions but I’ll say I wouldn’t be caught alone with that man.. I’m not sure he’s a changed man even tho he may understand that what he does is wrong, that doesn’t mean he has remorse. Something about him makes me feel uneasy and anxious🤷♀️
you really wouldn’t get it
Oralé. Peace From Norwalk Califas
GOD!! Takes me back 40 years to a traumatic childhood. Yes, my siblings are just like that. I escaped by never being "good enough" and getting straight "A" and focusing on educating myself while the tornado flew around my life. I escaped and never looked back!
You must be very strong!!! It's hard to escape a tornado's life!!!
Same! I skipped two grades and graduated at 16 with a full scholarship. Put myself through nursing school. Family members always said I thought I was to good for them. I have no contact these days and am successful living my best life while they still drown themselves in self pity, drugs & alcohol 😂
@@ladonnaramirez4467proud of you ❤
You are amazing! Super proud of you ❤
@ladonnaramirez4467 glad to hear it!
The best hour and a half I've spent online in quite a while. Thank you Robert, for your honesty and faith.
This man’s story is one hell of a ride. Makes me think of my Uncle who just got out of prison a few years ago. He was in prison for 43 years. He was apart of the Nuestra Familia. I believe his ranking was either a captain or General. About half way through, The Feds offered him a deal for him to get out if he complied. Truly, my uncle wanted to always get out and be with the family. I believe it took around 15 years for him to finally get out. It almost sounds impossible due to him having to serve 2 life sentences. He went to a handful of top penitentiaries. He would write out orders at pelican bay to send out to the gangs in the streets. I believe they used code. I remember when he finally was granted freedom, the FBI agents told my family and I to not call him by his real name for a while.
But anyways Just like this man, nothing but humbleness and humility. Keeps his cool, found Jesus, is now married and owns a home. The stories he would tell me were pretty gnarly. Just like Robert, he does not take pride in the things he has done. I love my uncle and give him nothing but respect. He’s a kind hearted man. He’s a changed man. My whole family embraced him right away when he got out.
I think... some of us, had to... explore, our violent tendencies... you know how to truly care for people, when you've truly hurt someone. And only if there was remorse. Former gang members have the capacity for this rare transformation... me being one of them that has joined the ranks of normie life and mortgages and dog food and credit ratings and so on. I DID tire of the lifestyle... as most men will. It's only in our youth that we fall prey to this warriors mentality that's almost instinctual to shed blood in battle and be praised for it...
“You know how to truly care for people, when you’ve truly hurt someone…” that’s a quote I’ll never forget man. I’ve never heard anyone say that. You truly shared some wisdom here, I respect that.🤙🏼 How are you doing now?
This is why Mark is the best of all interview channels!!!!! He stay quite for a whole hour not saying a word while the man or women share there life story. Hes selfless and thats why Mark exceeds in his work. Good job Mark!!!!
Wow. A lot of self righteous judgemental people in the comments. None of us are perfect. If you change and develop standards and principles, there’s redemption. Stop judging. Look at your own life. Help others and become a better person. Do your best always. Be cool.
Excellent comment, could not agree more.
Telling it like it is, isn't "judging". The comments I saw are just reality.
Be cool 😎
F off all those people didint stomp out innocent people
Really? I didn’t even see a bad comment. How hard were you looking
A lot of ppl are saying stuff about his mannerisms and loving his dad despite what he did to his mama , but check this, if you’re a child and all there is around you is violence, you eventually become violent. Just because his dad hurt his mother doesn’t mean he is going to resent and hate his father.. as a child you look up to whoever is around you no matter if they are bad or not, you know no different anyways.
This is the best interview I have ever seen on soft white under belly the way this individual know how to tell his story in a way where you can picture it in your head like a movie and isnt lying about the stuff he experienced just makes this story even crazier I have watched this Chanel for years and there are so many insane stories on here where it would be hard to just pick one but I gotta say this one really had me stuck watching 💯
Homie did 25 years
Learn from his experience.
He's sincerely sharing his life without any ulterior motives
He’s showing off bro , sociopath
And people are judging smh
@@elgr4489 You got credentials that qualify you for to analyze him?
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I was in Tehachapi SHU 4B/6A. Mainliner.
Got more stories than the Highway Patrol.
NEVER going back.
This video was a good reminder.
Thank you.
Please pray for my son he just turned 21, his second bday in jail & got sent to Wasco for processing he's facing 11yrs 💔😡😭 i want to bring him home so bad!
@@beatrizvallejo5904 I know you miss your baby but he's going to be alright because mama didn't raise no punk.
Right?
Por pendejo @@beatrizvallejo5904
I see your ink 👏 good to hear your conviction. Going back just isn't an option. I listen to stories like this to never forget as well 🙏🏼
The amount of violence coming through in his story-telling is chilling.
This guy is scary
He’s telling you his story of who he use to be, had the guts to share his story. That takes damn courage and all you have to say is “This guy is scary “ your a 🤡
@@meganrhoden5386by the way I love your “worship “ playlist you definitely must be a god loving Christian… what!?
when you hear one of these p Diddys say "I'm from Norwalk" you know they're a gang banger and on meth.
@@elchicano187yea he used to be a gang member because hide girlfriend cheated on him, you a clown just like him.
Now I know why these pods are so captivating - they are real life confessionals
Thank you
This man storytelling is captivating and riveting. The pain in his voice is just palpable. I pray the rest of his life is filled with love.
@@SarahVogel86with love? This person ruined people and family lives.
@@straylight_1111 I recognize that. It seems he does as well.
@@SarahVogel86If only he was telling the truth, but I very much doubt it.
@@SarahVogel86🎉🎉o
Best video in awhile! Please bring this gentleman back!
Wow...this man spoke directly to my heart. I was bawling through most of his story. I do my best in life not to judge a person, especially by their past. We all have pasts and want to try and forget about them, to shove them in to a dark hole somewhere to never surface again. However, hearing this man tell his story, and with such gentleness actually healed a part of me. Thank you sir for being brave enough to tell us about it. By doing so, you've helped more people than you know. May God watch over you and yours always 👍
I'm standing up clapping! Great interview!
you're standing up clapping, bro?
@@jamespullen8160 bra, it's a figure of speech
I am a grandma and I feel for this man who has gone through so much in his life..he is holding back tears for sure. All that he went through..terrible but if he is remorseful then what can I say? I wish him well on his journey of being a better man...
Bet you wouldnt be saying that if one of the people he killed was your grandchild.
I feel bad for the victims.
@djay851 Bet you are one of those that only wants their opinion and no one else's..no free speech in your heart! I said what I said and OF COURSE I would not want my grandson or anyone else hurt in any way. This man is remorseful as I said..go take your negativity somewhere else...
@@djay851So no redemption? We are just supposed to leave him a cage forever? Even thought he could reach 30 kids and save the next generation of victims. You’re not a deep thinker.
@@brendanmichel5313I feel bad for you
Thank you Robert! We were once neighbors- I lived in the LBC. You are one inspired and grateful man and I believe your story would make a wonderful screenplay. Godspeed.
Yes, or book
he killed people bro and enjoyed it tf are you talking about
@@zach_zach5453yea nothing to be proud of, I heard him say he has remorse.
@@zach_zach5453 So did most of our relatives in history. Very similar to war vets. They did it to protect their country, within the whole territorial world. I am a military spouse who sees it different, but still very similar. Did our vets know the Vietnam man as a regular man? No, My brother was all of Viet Cong as a threat and sniped them. U.S have a lot of killers, but you will never see it like that. Military is proud and holds values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. You think they really enjoyed it? Educate yourself on what PTSD is. This man on this video was in a "street basic training" and already predisposed to this life. What great masculine example except the higher ups in prison? I have brothers from El Monte, Ca and know who Hays gang is, the other is Flores in South El Monte he were my mom side were raised. I went to school there in Jr. high. The issue is in California is that all the men who have children end up in prisons, and the children have no fathers to correct them properly. Sometimes the dad being in prison makes it difficult for the mother and they get hooked on drugs, and the children get raised by the system. It's a bigger problem than you see in this story.
Stupid
This was a damn good story. I never been to prison before but his drug addiction mirrored my own. I was put on at the age of 12 with IV heroin use. I struggled for 25 long years before I was able to finally put it down. I battled a hep c bout which damn near killed me. I lost my family due to my addiction, found my mom dead, lost my children, got divorced twice, all while still hopelessly addicted to heroin. I finally wised up, found a woman who truly loved me enough to invest her time in me and she showed me a life without drugs. I’ve been clean four years, I have my health now, my body fought off the hep c somehow, I got custody of my oldest son, and now currently in a custody battle for my youngest son (his mother lost him to the state because she relapsed and went to rehab). This story truly rang deep in my heart and I know I’m not alone in this life, and that someone else went thru similar issues (solely drug related, minus the prison term) and it shows me that we can recover and do great things. When he said he did in five years what takes some lifetimes to do, I fucking felt that because that’s what I did too. Thank you Mr Hernandez, for sharing your story, and thank you Mark for giving this man a platform to voice this message. As powerful as this is it could potentially save someone. I’d love to tell my story one day and would pray for someone to give me the platform to do so once I was ready.
I'm my opinion this has to be the most motivational and inspiring life story on this channel. Well done stud!
I grew up in Norwalk. This is exactly how life was.
Was
@misterjaliscoelmascabron9327 Absolutely correct
The One ways?
@BayBoy-gj2lq yep...all the streets in that neighborhood went only one-way.
I always known Norwalk to be dominantly white and less crime
I run a parole board preparation program for lifers. It is not simple for someone with Robert’s reputation to be found suitable for released.
Welcome home brother, this video can help many people have a better understanding of what they will be committing when they join a barrio.
Most definitely the best interview in a long time! Straight from the heart!
This dude is so well spoken. He doesn't stumble his words. He doesn't say ummmm ahhhh.... more power to him
One of the best speakers so far … have him back on with more of his stories
That is an intense look inside that man’s life. Appreciate you for sharing. I hope that you inspire the someone that may feel hopeless.
This is one of the best TH-cam channels ever. Life changing videos.
Honestly the best episode I’ve seen on this platform this guy is like he said “something else” Saludos OG and wish you the best firme
Best interview so far in my opinion.
His story needs to be in a book, cause I want a copy! An hour wasn’t enough Mark, now I gotss questions 😂 I love these videos where one can speak for an hour straight.
Thank you ill look into it 😊
It's one of my favorites so far. Robert, I'm so happy that you chose to change your life. You have one hell of a story you had me invested from the beginning. Stay blessed.
“The One Ways”. I lived there for a while. He was not lying about that neighborhood. Great interview.
This is one of the best in my opinion.
💯 looking forward to part 2 because there always is
Just thinking the same thing
This has been one of the most real interviews I have ever seen. With a knot in the throat through it all ... But he told his story and that my people is what we all have... A STORY TO TELL. Sometimes the choices we make aren't because we don't know how, but because our surroundings and upcoming make us. Until we find who we really are in life we ask for apology and make better choices that make sense for our own sake. In this world we aren't perfect! But each day we wake up we get a chance to be better than we were yesterday! Thank you Robert! May you be forgiven by those who came across you and may God bless you daily. You spoke and we heard you. TE Mando un abrazo y dale con Todo a esta vida que nos que da por vivir! 🫂
Mark is definitely in his happy place with this interview. Wonderful interview.
Anything detrimental to societal norms is the scapegoat for your sheer ignorance.
@@thecrystalshipful I don't know what the hell your trying to say but the reason why this interview is good is because dude knows how to clearly tell his story. He could have been talking about cartoon animation and I would have been engaged. Stop being dramatic.
@@thecrystalshipful
@@laceyelizabeth816 You just care about your own titillation, let alone the barbaric crimes this upright mammal committed.
Mark only likes comments from pretty women 🤣
Took a lot of courage from Robert to do this interview and I appreciate he told his story.
This was a good one, and I’ve been countless on the page. 👏
His memory and recollection of these moments is impeccable. Good interview
This was an amazing interview. Thank you
Crazy.. so I had an encounter with Diablo" at the anchor inn motel in Norwalk off of imperial highway and Firestone. I was 16 and visiting a friend who lived there.. her family were the managers. One night, we were by the pool, and there was a payphone on the wall.. At the end of the pathway, a dead end ..nowhere to go. I'm talking on the phone, and he comes up and tries to phone check me. I'm 49 now and was 16 then. He's a few years older than me. I'never seen him before, and I'm from Norwalk.. i grew up in the circle on Madris Ave and Cheshire went to dolland Elementary and John Glenn high-school in the 80s. He wanted me to get off the phone and started telling me ,and the girl I was with ,who he was and where he was from and that I needed to let him have the phone because of it. He was a lot thinner .strung out, no doubt, younger. The girl I was with jumped up got in-between us
.she got in his face and told him that what he was doing wasn't called for..that one of us are gangbangers and not to be bringing that to where she lived
He looked at her and smiled..sure it helped that she was beautiful but I think he respected that she wasn't intimidated an backed off. I ended my call, hung up the phone, and just watched in amazement. Now I know his name..... Robert
Good interview. Robert speaks very well. Tells his story. Can’t wait for a part 2 with him.
Interviews like this are why I love this channel! The host allows the guest to speak with little to almost zero interruptions. More podcasters could learn from this type of interviewing.
Robert, I wish you nothing but the very best my guy! You’re on the path to becoming a better person every day and it’s evident that you’ve more than learned your lesson.
BTW- as a fellow wrestling fan, having that WWE heavyweight championship belt as a reminder of what you’ve overcome hit hard! Gave me the idea of getting one myself as a reminder to what I’ve gone through and managed to cone out alive and better.
I’m Proud of you. Keep growing 🇲🇽🇲🇽. What a good story teller 💚
He says he finds no pride or idolizing his physical assualts but u can see his eyes light up and the smile he acquires when he is in the middle of explaining his attacks, especially the one where they ripped the guys face off in county, I mean I get it homie, when bringing ourselves back to memories like that its almost human nature to find ourselves re-living experiences that have made such a footprint on our minds. I don't necessarily think u are proud about them memories because it's disgusting the suffering you brought to so many innocent people. Even when we find our opps who may deserve the physical attacks and possible loss of life, their families and loved ones suffer the most and in many circumstances they are innocent. many times we are not in control of what comes naturally including enjoying or feeling the adrenaline and excitement rushing through your veins. So not hate homie, i think its clear u changed ur lifestyle, I just think its crazy how deep we can fall into our memories and the places it brings us, memories have the ability to send us back and put us into the shoes of the people we used to be.
Like a demonic possession
Have you spent 25 years incarcerated? Is it possible that after being institutionalized for two decades your response to fear/anger/sadness/regret/sorrow may not present in a normal way? If you pay attention you can see the sadness behind that 'smile'. I for one see the redemption/regret in this man and he is few and far between.
So many people like yourself would benefit from the most basic psychology 101 class. Do some research on different coping mechanisms post- traumatic experiences
You are an idiot man. All that typing to look like an idiot. You don’t know shit man
You just Another snowflake biitching about how he telling the story instead listening to learn
If these people can stomp on another human being like that, they are under demonic possession. Ugh….at this point why even live. All the pain they caused to others is horrific.
They're all like that. It's a whole race of these things.
The point is the pain. It’s why we’re here.
This probably the best one I ever seen..the way his storytelling is well explained
Be someone you wished you had growing up.
Right on bro, I'm 53 and I've changed my ways a lot too. Sometime during the last 5 years I got a whole change of Outlook, quality of life, and a new meaning. I'm proud of you bro, stay at it 👍👌💯
This might possibly be my favorite interview of all the soft white underbelly interviews I have watched. Props to Robert for going about to really change who he is as a person. To hold oneself accountable & to acknowledge his past misdeeds fully is truly inspiring. If anyone ever asked me to give them an example of my idea of how a man should carry himself or be like I would direct them to this video. Thank you Robert wholeheartedly for doing this interview. Takes tons of courage to take full accountability of yourself & your past actions. Truly an inspiration of change & for doing better.
This guy is something evil for real. Attacking innocent people just bc they got less time then you and stomping them out causing head trauma forever. Beating women. Smh
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You clearly didn't watch the whole interview. Why are you even watching this channel if you quit watching after 5 minutes and cast judgment? Your attention span is clearly hindering your determination of character, along with the 22 ppl that liked your comment.
Just say You soft
He apologized for the things he did. You could judge him all you want but he came into this YT to tell his truth. You could tell he regrets everything he did and feels sorry for it.
Dude sounds exactly like B-real from Cypress Hill. Respect for him for sharing his story and you can tell how sincere he is
Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.
Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!
Yes, Steve_porassss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
I wish they were readily available in my place.
Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac.
He's constantly talking about killing someone.
He's violent. Anyone reading this
Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.
Is he on instagram?
Yes he is Steve_porassss
deep. "if you're real and you love me, heal me." that rings with me man, seriously. 👍
Good stuff Robert I saw your whole transformation and we spent a lot of time together glad to see you doing well haven’t heard or seen you in a while hope all is good
Really good interview Mark, thanks 🙏🏽
Parole granted with all the charges & 11 minute deliberation!!!
The power of God is truly AMAZING
I grew up in Norwalk too, and while that was normal life, I never understood it until I was a little older. I remember being so upset when my parents uprooted us from the neighborhood, but my mom stood firm! I was gonna miss my friends and the familiar area. She was 1000% correct when she said "I guarantee you that in 10-20 years these people are STILL GONNA BE HERE, DOING THE SAME DAMN THING", which at that time wasn't a good thing. Listening to this guy talk, I can see some regrets, but..... He's enjoying telling those stories a bit too much.
On a lighter note, your pfp is Gorgeous 😊, but yeah dude is smiling way too much, I get that feeling as well.. very dangerous person but not by the looks
Og thank you for taking the time and courage to share this powerful life story of yours. It had me glued and truly emotionally connected. My hats off much respect may you stay blessed
“STREET TERRORIST” got me
Drove to Vegas with listening to this and I was frustrated in beginning but when I heard him at the end saying he regrets and how sorry he was about the lives he has changed and lives he hurt I really believe him.
This guy was really into guns and violence. Amazing he is still alive.
I hope people watching this can learn from You and Your story man. It takes courage to tell your Story with honesty and not gloss over the bad things. Respect.
Robert you have been given a precious second chance. God is good. Continue to share your story and hopefully you can help others to recover
On my fourth re-watch this is my brother from another mother, powerfully so. Thank you Mark this is priceless brother!
this is on of my favorite interviews.. thank you
The similarity’s between gang members and war veterans is very interesting. They talk about the violence they were involved in in very similar ways
You can tell dude truly has remorse and regret. Alot of people saying he sick in the head for smiling or smirking while telling these stories, remember behind every smile theres an untold story to be heard of. Theres still alot of pain and hurt in him and you can only imagine throwing a third of your life and realizing how much pain you have caused and the years you will never get back from.
🗣 ✨Thank you M. Hernandez for sharing those gems. I’m sending you Love and Respect sir from my country which some call a “ shithole “ but still that’s where i was born and still living to date. A lot of my fellow Haitians, brothers and sisters, are looking for a way out of the country and i am one of them ‘coz i got kids and i am not seeing that little light at the end of the tunnel BUT listening to you today brought tears to my eyes and hope to my soul.
I’m 44 years old brother and i feel like life is slipping through my fingers but it’s just a feeling, i know God is right there and everywhere and i will always, as my father thought me, to never quit no matter what might happen.
Thank you M. Hernandez for opening your heart and soul to the world so a brother could benefit from that acquired wisdom through sweat, blood and tears.
It shaked my entire being when you mentioned the movie: “ le Conte de Monte Cristo“ and that specific moment from “ 8 Mile “ too.
The way you talked, your flow, your voice, the prison stories all that is a blessing to me.
God bless you M. Hernandez ! God bless you Marc from Port-au-Prince, Haiti ! 🙏🏽
I went thru this with my son, i was a single mom , he started getting in trouble in elementary, went to juvinie, then grouphome then prison, its been a long road, he out now married , and working, im so proud of him.🤧🙏🏼
I am from California and know a lot of how it is there. I left California because growing up all I saw were similarities. In high school, I felt so institutionalized. The format goes, Mexicans hand in one area, black on the other, then white skin-heads in the other. We were already predisposed to what looked the same as a prison yard. These groups did not get along, and whenever there was a fight, all 3 races were separated into class rooms for a few hours as student were questioned. When I left that public high school in 1992, then already had the approval and plan to put in the metal detectors. I married, became a military wife, and got the heck out of California. How are men in Cali with a family supposed to support their families with no stable good jobs that allow a man to provide adequately for his family with a acceptable salary and good benefits and hours? If that is not happening, the result to drug dealing, then the life of gangs comes in and prison. No good example, jobs, cost of living, a predisposed environment, so many children in foster care. I relocated with the military and only go to Cali to visit family every 6-10 years.
We still use segregation in texas against the negros.... Lmao
This better than hood stocks no beers no smoking. Straight
Haha, Lucky, huh?
❤Good morning SWU and Mark, thanks for your daily videos 🎉❤
Amazing interview hope to see part 2
First off,ConTodo Respetos...I saw your Podcast this morning,I know Alot of Your Homeboys from the Walk.Met& Got real close to one of your homeboys I met n Calipatria n the 90s Not gonna mention his name but I was with him up until his passing a few years back..I'm sure you knew him & his familia...I feel you on the (Bedrock) experience Cor Shu ..I was there n 92 93 4A2R..I too am a recovering Heroin addict going on my 8th year of being out of the mix..You've given me the affirmation that people like us can Change.. Keep pushing Ese..👊
This guy actually has a smile on when he's talking about the guy had his face torn off
Man you told us your life and described it so well . I wish you all the best. I’m glad you got out. Peace on ya.
this guy cant help but smirk everytime he tells his violent stories. the eyes are the window to the soul, he still looks evil
Thats because "they" are evil. Never forget it if we hit wartime.
Judge not lest ye be judged
Ofcourse he reliving how he felt in those times. Natural no BS. He about that. But i can also tell he will much rather walk away than react but up against the wall he will show out as any man would
Because he lives in the past. This dude is not genuine. He’s a piece of shit lol
Wow!!! This is by far one of the most powerful stories I've seen on Soft White Underbelly. I've grown up with family who were and still are institutionalized, my relationships are primarily with institutionalized men. This story makes me think about prison reform.... Gives me hope....
Thank you, Robert, for sharing your story. I hope you will return to share more. When you shared how the Governor himself signed off on you at the parole board, saying that he doesn't normally do that, I felt so proud and humbled for you. I had the biggest smile hearing that. God is good! All the time!
This hit me in the bottom of my soul. Wish more lil homies could listen to this, this should be played at midle schools
We need more gang interviews
What an intense and beautiful interview.
"Be a thinker dont be a stinker"
This is a fantastic interview through my teenage years and into adulthood I was wrapped up in a life of drug addiction and committing crime to support a drug habit.which ultimately sent me to prison three different times with numerous violations and I can’t even count how many times I’ve been in county jails what I can tell you is that I ran into a lot of guys like him when I was inside most of them never got out. This is an extremely inspiring story. I for one have nothing but respect for an admiration for this man and the positive changes that he’s made for himself in his life. This is an absolute banger of an interview.👍🙏💯💯💯💯
One of the best interviews Man 👍🏽
Dude never had a chance at a normal life. Alot people dont understand that old school dudes smile when they are hurt. I think alot of the happiness people are picking up on is just his coping mechanism.
That's exactly right. It's akin to people laughing when they're nervous.
This is a beautiful testimony and Soft White Underbelly gives dignity to each person they interview.
This guy is a hell of a story teller.