Absolutely captivating interview, and great respect to you Patrick for allowing all your guests to speak. Valuetainment is the best documentary/interview channel on youtube hands down.
My parents and older siblings are from Cuba and arrived in 1965. My parents taught my family the same values and we are all successful in this country.
Believe me they know go by a welfa welfare office guiccGucci Michal koors iphones...their lovin it...but at least 40% actual citizens at 40% actually need it
The problem with the US is the super rich paying zero taxes while collecting corporate welfare and ripping us off charging 10X more for prescriptions than the rest of the world. Actually thats not the problem.. the problem is the corrupt congressmen and senators they own that allow them to steal our tax dollars while freeloading off the working man
If you want a war on drugs go after big pharma, 72% of all overdoses - Dr. Jorge Valdes Best line in the whole interview. Keep big pharma away. That was an amazing interview. Epic. Thank you!
I worked 2yrs on the border on something that eventually started the cartel wars….. our representatives would rather make profit off of us than see an end to the war on drugs.
I think that that type of upbringing is a immigrants mentality. My sister and I were 6 months old and 5 years old when we came to the states from Europe. I was born in Poland in 1977 and my sister was born in Germany in 1982. My father escaped Poland when I was 1.5 years old by sneaking onto a ship that was bound for Hamburg,Germany. My mom or anyone around us had no idea where my dad was for almost 6 months. Poland at the time was behind the Russian Curtain meaning that it was controlled by the communist. My moms father was the police chief in the town that we lived in and it was a issue for my mother and I to get out of Poland on even vacation. But after some strings being pulled and favors called in we got permission to go to Berlin “on vacation “ but we had round trip tickets and it was very difficult getting out of the country at that time. We obviously didn’t return to Poland and stayed in Germany for about 2 years. Coming here and growing up differently than my friends did I can relate to his story.
@@tomking7080 communism divides people and ruins lives. My father was actually a foreign exchange student in Gdańsk Poland back in 77-79, top of his class in Naval engineering, he had to forfeit the completion of his degree once he got back to Cuba, because otherwise he wouldn’t be able to leave the country for 20 years. He watched his friends graduate. Anyway they managed to get to Venezuela in the 80s and eventually to Miami in 96.. it’s stories like these that make me so greatful to live in the US, the land of opportunity. Makes you wonder why US born people would support Socialism lol
This man, is a true definition of a Man. He lived by his code and nearly died by it, in order to realize your word is all you have. What a life story. Wow. Im in awe of this man. And that is very rare.
I have been following Jorge for a while and believe people like him are great teachers since they have rebuilt themselves after recovering from major challenges in life.
The should do Netflix short series, there is just so many incredible experiences to cover. It would be a shame for this man to die with so much wisdom he can leave to this world.
I remember listening to this guy on Vlad and he had the most gangster quote I’ve ever heard, he said- “I hated traveling with luggage so I would just buy a house wherever I went and leave clothes there” 🤣😂 that’s when you know you’re filthy rich
I also heard of a guy that every 2 years got a new top of the line cadillac, this before LEASING was a thing, never even visited the dealership. It is convienence for very busy people.
Tell me why in the Hispanic world the Cuban people stand out! Even those I have known personally Were so exceptional! More than any people I’ve ever known, except maybe Jews!!!
"WE'RE NOT EVEN POOR YET?" LMAO I lost it on a seperate note, that Latin sense of pride and dignity is so tenacious and admirable. You can kill the body but you cannot kill the soul.
One of the best more informative videos I've seen on this channel. You did a wonderful job conducting the interview and I hope you have him back on your channel! God bless that man!!
He took the stand against Willie Falcone and Sal Magluta though. Depending on how you look at what he said, he wasn't exactly the most stand up refuse to tell the Government type of guy despite him saying he refused to talk while being tortured in Nicaragua.
@@nikobellic7586 You have to declare that you won't tell on people in order for it to count? What kind of shit is that. I just find it ironic that he sat there talking about how he stood up and got tortured because he was so loyal but he cooperated and took the stand against Sal Magluta and Willie Falcone. He's not quite as loyal as he's made out to be and it deserves to be mentioned. Anyone who claims honesty and loyalty should be called out when something proves otherwise. That or don't mention being solid, being tortured and all of that when in the end you clearly weren't as loyal as you made yourself out to be.
@@Cardb33 yup. I believe it was Sal who after being released didn't listen to Valdes in trying to cop a deal with the feds. Sal even got cocky and said if I can fμck em once I can do it again. Watch the Netflix series. And then he was re arrested 4 being cocky and reckless. There's no honor among thieves anyways and omerta the old code of honor has been dead for over 40yrs. The only ones still talking about snitch this and that are Nickel bag selling street corner nobodies. Omerta worked for the Italians b4 feds got serious. If you're dumb enough to lead a life of reckless crime murder violence and get caught for it then you have 2 options, to be placed under the jail as you should, or cooperate like Sammy the bull and hundreds of others have done so as well. All of sudden bums telling the world they didn't snitch? Or did they not snitch cause the feds didn't ask them to snitch? The Sinaloa cartel has put away hundreds/thousands of rivals working in tandem with the DEA and government. Is this snitching? Who tf is preaching no snitching? Bums. That's who. Chain snatching jive ass maricone motherfμkkers thats who. That's a line from Carlitos way btw.
@@Cardb33 you must not know the story so I can’t blame you for ignorance. Sals defense team called Jorge up to testify bc Jorge would say he stopped dealing with Sal and Willy by 81 which would back up Sal and willys defense in saying they USED TO BE drug dealers but the statue of limitations had passed and were now legitimate. Jorge wasn’t the reason anyone of the muchachos did time.
I lived in Miami and I remember when I got back from the service in 77 some of the guys I knew were driving around corvettes, Toyota Supra and were just well off. So I asked some friends how these guys were making their money and he said "they're in the import export business with their Dad". I had no reason to think they're lying since many Dads were well off. Turns out they were in the coke business.
🏆DR. JORGE VALDES is “ THE LAST OF THE MOHICANS” this is A REAL OLD SCHOOL 🇨🇺 CUBAN WITH REAL PRINCIPLES, it has been an honor to listen 2 this gentleman, I’ve learned several perceptions from a genius
You better be doing better now. I do hope that you get yourself a new car, a nice home, a great woman and an appreciation towards God. Don't ever forget God. Without God nothing is possible. Stay proud of who you are and may God bless you for life.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@@Yomi4D religion has just enough stuff that rings true in it, and would be so nice if it were true, that some people just buy into it 100%. Good things happen, praise god, bad things happen, pray to god.
what a freaking guy is doing 23:34 signing a paper during the interview? Pat is so insecure and showy. Painful to see him during the show, thank God the guest talks almost non-stop
@@fmore2 it isn't rude. He may be writing down points he wants to bring up later so that he doesn't forget and doesn't interupt the guest while the guest is still speaking
It’s true that money doesn’t buy you happiness. It gives you access and that comes with a lot of problems. Biggie and Puffy were correct when they said “Mo Money/Mo Problems”. They are different types of problems but they are still problems none the less. In the movie “Blow” there was a scene where they had so much money that they were not even counting it anymore,they were weighing it. When you are dealing with that type of cash,illegal,there is a huge problem with storing it. Every drug dealer that was dealing with that type of cash will tell you the same thing. There were kidnapping issues,Jack boys, and everything else that’s involved in that criminal aspect.
Being comfortable and living within your means is being rich! I’ve seen many that have mega bucks and they are always worried they will lose their money. No way to live!
@@mikeglynn5824 That’s the truth. I remember a couple friends of mine when we were in our mid 20’s they had really good careers in the financial industry and one of them drove a brand new Porsche GT2 which cost about $200K then. He would hit me up from time to time and ask me if I could loan him a couple hundred,which I did and he always paid me back. I asked him once why he needed the money since,at the time he was making $150-$200K/year. It really wasn’t my business as to why he needed it but curiosity got me. He told me that between his car and condo payments, he had a really nice condo in N. Scottsdale,that it was killing him. I always thought that was not a intelligent move to live that far outside your means but that was non of my business but I never lived like that.
Damn it Pat I'm convinced that there will never be another influencer with even the slightest chance of ever being able to interview and cover such a broad range of characters and personalities whose values, beliefs, heritages, and cultures stretch from one end of the spectrum to the other. Which is something that I appreciate and I know the world is grateful for it too because in each one of those stories there's a part of us that's being expressed too. Great interview, admirable gentleman, el Mr Gorge Valdez.
2 pronged attack. Stop treating drug addicts as criminals and start treating it as a medical issue. Compulsory rehabilitation and counseling , education etc to help them sort their issues out. Drug dealers death penalty. I think this could seriously reduce crime and the drug problem.
This is very exciting. This should be a top notch interview. I’ve seen this story a few times previously, but I’m anticipating a higher quality interview from pat. Well let’s see. Lol Thanks a lot for this video !!
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Dr Valdes, yours is a very compelling story. Thank you for sharing and good luck with the series. Plus, your suit looks absolutely fabulous. Manuel Martinez is the best tailor in the entire world!
@@thanohermes5509 expanded welfare happened in 1960's, so before that. And during the expansion of the welfare state was the destruction of black families as they were making EXTREME progress for 60 years.
He said it. In the late 70's and early 80' cocaine was not looked at the same way as modern days. It genuinely was for the upper crust of society, It was an enhancement to take an already great life up a few notches. It was almost socially acceptable among wealthy circles of people. And the money the dealers generated was ungodly and stirred the economy in south florida in a good way. It was an era in American history that will never be repeated and most people do not have any idea or cannot even fathom the type of luxury and extravagance people were living then!
And the addiction, health issues, destroyed lives, and crime it spurred? Miami is the 1980’s was one of the murder capitals of the world. And this piece of shit contributed to it.
The most Amazing part of his story is after it all he gave his life to Christ and doing his part to spread the word by building churches and helping those who is prison to learn about God while still being a full time dad to his kids. All around a great story with an awesome ending.
This is by far one of the best interviews and one of the most interesting people I have ever seen. I have rarely seen a man so smart, strong, resilient and charismatic. He lost everything several times and stood up again and made everything back in different situations and businesses. Absolutely impressive. Also, I love the way he dresses.
One of the few interviews thats speaks with real knowledge, taking down the "pablo's myth", and speaking of the real "señores" and how the did things back in the days, plus a great message for young generations, dont to get flashed by the money and bare in mind all the other things that this life brings with it, felicitaciones Dr. Valdez (great interview).
I know right?? Either he’s fucking with his phone, now he’s preparing tea. Maybe during Pat’s next interview, we can watch him assemble an entertainment system. 🤷🏽
Jorge Valdes delivers an awesome interview and you have to admire his message. I like how he explained that the most powerful and richer than rich were not even mentioned. That's deep and I think a lot of us that watched all of the series and documentaries realized in this interview we only got a taste of what was really going down. Good interview Patrick and Jorge Valdes thanks for keeping it 100. I love what your father said about people receiving government benefits are broke vs people who don't have any money. Love it!
What a difference having a father figure had on this man’s life. ONE life lesson from the right person made him for life regardless of circumstances. All you have in life is your word, if you break it you are a nobody My father told me, If you cannot be honest with yourself, if you lie to yourself, you will have no hope in life. Self deception is the worst deception.
There is no doubt that pet of what you said true, people in that line of “work” will maneuver any which way, sure But my point was having a good father figure growing up And how the right words spoken by a father can help keep a child straight or at least return him to the straight path when he goes astray or at a minimum help ground the child to have something he can stand on
A man has to know when enough is enough if greed drives you enough will never be enough. Thank you Jorge for that comment. God has a way to use his soldiers as messengers and you delivered a message today.
I’ve watched almost all of Valdez’s vids. I almost didn’t click on this video but I’m glad I did. Hands down his best interview yet. Great job valuetainment for letting him speak.
Same here. Valdez showed more on the human side. And he did give some detail I haven’t heard in other vids I’ve seen him in. The body of his story is consistent throughout the TH-cam vids he has interviewed in.
entertaining life story. would have been curious about more details how 1 part leads to another but then again Patrick sure knew not to interject much cause this was going to be long .... over 90 min. great job and great guest
This is interesting but very difficult to follow such a disjointed story... Jorge Valdez sometimes jumps from scene to scene without any continuity or logic whatsoever. But then you hear him say something extremely interesting and informative. Although it is hard to follow, those little gems make it worthwhile. Keep dropping these jewels, Mr. Big Drug Kingpin, and I'll keep listening.
Great interview but Patrick looked like he was ready to get out of there for the second half of it. First time I see Patrick clean up the desk like the interview is over while the person is in the middle of a story
A fascinating character this guy, another great interview Valuetainment is the best podcast on TH-cam, watching all the way from Glasgow Scotland 🏴
Jorge is a good speaker. I seen many of his interviews in the past, but this interview didn't flow to good. Jorge was all over the place. But still entertaining.
Wow, amazing story. Loved every minute of it. His drive to succeed and the love for his family is inspirational. Hope he and his family continues to be blessed 🙏
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Absolutely captivating interview, and great respect to you Patrick for allowing all your guests to speak. Valuetainment is the best documentary/interview channel on youtube hands down.
" If you have to carry a gun to deal with a person, you have no business dealing with that person "...
My favorite quote here today.
Most people in the streets u deal with 87 % wanna come up on you so u got carry the stainless ...if dealin drugs
That quote will get you killed.
How is this not obvious. Im a stickler about someone being timely and their word.. Go against it . im done
I understand. In total
You can't trust nobody
The fact this is free is insane, thank you Patrick for illuminating us with knowledge
I’ve watched him say his story many times and it just gets better every time I hear it
Aside him betraying all his friends
My parents and older siblings are from Cuba and arrived in 1965. My parents taught my family the same values and we are all successful in this country.
Cubans and Capitalism were made for each other
“They don’t look the same in the morning” priceless. Thank you for this.
SCAMMERS
The most realest advise I’ve ever heard.
Jilambu Mustafa says they look like orangutans in the morning!
"I'm here with models that I don't even like." Jorge had some good one's during this interview.
Total truth..ive lived with SUPERMODELS..YOU WANT YOUR OWN BATHROOM ..THEY HAVE BUFFALO WINGS & WOOO WEEE NEXT MORNING..
"Today, my joy is not in that thing. My joy is in me, in who I am and who created me." Love that
“If a man can’t define when enough is enough, only greed will drive you.” ~ Dr. Jorge Valdes
He is not a Doctor lol
Wow!
@@Atite_Lometen he has his doctorate
All his stories are lies
@@Atite_Lometen You’re a genius
“People that accept money from the government will stay poor” Sad we can’t get people in the U.S. to realize this.
Believe me they know go by a welfa
welfare office guiccGucci Michal koors iphones...their lovin it...but at least 40% actual citizens at 40% actually need it
Trump lifted the most ppl out of poverty and off welfare
@@gjstein5418 Trump didn't do shit.
@@vaughnreedjr6592 hes Hillary's cousin. It was fun for them
The problem with the US is the super rich paying zero taxes while collecting corporate welfare and ripping us off charging 10X more for prescriptions than the rest of the world. Actually thats not the problem.. the problem is the corrupt congressmen and senators they own that allow them to steal our tax dollars while freeloading off the working man
If you want a war on drugs go after big pharma, 72% of all overdoses - Dr. Jorge Valdes
Best line in the whole interview. Keep big pharma away.
That was an amazing interview. Epic. Thank you!
1000%
So true
I worked 2yrs on the border on something that eventually started the cartel wars….. our representatives would rather make profit off of us than see an end to the war on drugs.
All his stories are lies
True, True and true. Wow! Great story.
This man was raised with the same principles my Cuban parents raised me with, very proud of all the hard lessons and hard work
I think that that type of upbringing is a immigrants mentality. My sister and I were 6 months old and 5 years old when we came to the states from Europe. I was born in Poland in 1977 and my sister was born in Germany in 1982. My father escaped Poland when I was 1.5 years old by sneaking onto a ship that was bound for Hamburg,Germany. My mom or anyone around us had no idea where my dad was for almost 6 months. Poland at the time was behind the Russian Curtain meaning that it was controlled by the communist. My moms father was the police chief in the town that we lived in and it was a issue for my mother and I to get out of Poland on even vacation. But after some strings being pulled and favors called in we got permission to go to Berlin “on vacation “ but we had round trip tickets and it was very difficult getting out of the country at that time. We obviously didn’t return to Poland and stayed in Germany for about 2 years. Coming here and growing up differently than my friends did I can relate to his story.
Tony Montana was great Cuban
Did you brake those principles as well?
@@michaelryan1620 principles stood
@@tomking7080 communism divides people and ruins lives. My father was actually a foreign exchange student in Gdańsk Poland back in 77-79, top of his class in Naval engineering, he had to forfeit the completion of his degree once he got back to Cuba, because otherwise he wouldn’t be able to leave the country for 20 years. He watched his friends graduate.
Anyway they managed to get to Venezuela in the 80s and eventually to Miami in 96..
it’s stories like these that make me so greatful to live in the US, the land of opportunity. Makes you wonder why US born people would support Socialism lol
This man, is a true definition of a Man. He lived by his code and nearly died by it, in order to realize your word is all you have. What a life story. Wow. Im in awe of this man. And that is very rare.
This interview is gold. Best interview of him I’ve seen .
I have been following Jorge for a while and believe people like him are great teachers since they have rebuilt themselves after recovering from major challenges in life.
One of the best interviews ever Pat. Bring him back!!! They should make a movie about his life, so interesting and entertaining at the same time
he was on a netflix show not too long ago
The should do Netflix short series, there is just so many incredible experiences to cover. It would be a shame for this man to die with so much wisdom he can leave to this world.
I remember listening to this guy on Vlad and he had the most gangster quote I’ve ever heard, he said- “I hated traveling with luggage so I would just buy a house wherever I went and leave clothes there” 🤣😂 that’s when you know you’re filthy rich
I also heard of a guy that every 2 years got a new top of the line cadillac, this before LEASING was a thing, never even visited the dealership. It is convienence for very busy people.
Tell me why in the Hispanic world the Cuban people stand out! Even those I have known personally Were so exceptional! More than any people I’ve ever known, except maybe Jews!!!
I do the same 😉👑
Lmao
@@rsmyth75 Very good observation, You are totally right
What a hell of a guy! Such an awesome story and the way her turned his life around is just brilliant!! One of your best guests so far Pat!
He is still a crooke
Brown noser huh
"WE'RE NOT EVEN POOR YET?"
LMAO I lost it
on a seperate note, that Latin sense of pride and dignity is so tenacious and admirable.
You can kill the body but you cannot kill the soul.
For reals🤣🤣🤣
Never take a dollar from the government his dad said yet the government came and took his sixty million.. who's the real crooks ?
One of the best more informative videos I've seen on this channel. You did a wonderful job conducting the interview and I hope you have him back on your channel! God bless that man!!
This guy was my favorite in the series. Great interview Pat
“They rather be an hour early than a minute late” speaking of the greatest generation. Dam this man dropping dimes
This guy seems more genuine and honest then most Italian mobsters pat interviews
He took the stand against Willie Falcone and Sal Magluta though. Depending on how you look at what he said, he wasn't exactly the most stand up refuse to tell the Government type of guy despite him saying he refused to talk while being tortured in Nicaragua.
@@Cardb33 did he ever say he WASN'T gonna cooperate against them?
@@nikobellic7586 You have to declare that you won't tell on people in order for it to count? What kind of shit is that. I just find it ironic that he sat there talking about how he stood up and got tortured because he was so loyal but he cooperated and took the stand against Sal Magluta and Willie Falcone. He's not quite as loyal as he's made out to be and it deserves to be mentioned. Anyone who claims honesty and loyalty should be called out when something proves otherwise. That or don't mention being solid, being tortured and all of that when in the end you clearly weren't as loyal as you made yourself out to be.
@@Cardb33 yup. I believe it was Sal who after being released didn't listen to Valdes in trying to cop a deal with the feds. Sal even got cocky and said if I can fμck em once I can do it again. Watch the Netflix series. And then he was re arrested 4 being cocky and reckless. There's no honor among thieves anyways and omerta the old code of honor has been dead for over 40yrs. The only ones still talking about snitch this and that are Nickel bag selling street corner nobodies. Omerta worked for the Italians b4 feds got serious. If you're dumb enough to lead a life of reckless crime murder violence and get caught for it then you have 2 options, to be placed under the jail as you should, or cooperate like Sammy the bull and hundreds of others have done so as well. All of sudden bums telling the world they didn't snitch? Or did they not snitch cause the feds didn't ask them to snitch? The Sinaloa cartel has put away hundreds/thousands of rivals working in tandem with the DEA and government. Is this snitching? Who tf is preaching no snitching? Bums. That's who. Chain snatching jive ass maricone motherfμkkers thats who. That's a line from Carlitos way btw.
@@Cardb33 you must not know the story so I can’t blame you for ignorance. Sals defense team called Jorge up to testify bc Jorge would say he stopped dealing with Sal and Willy by 81 which would back up Sal and willys defense in saying they USED TO BE drug dealers but the statue of limitations had passed and were now legitimate. Jorge wasn’t the reason anyone of the muchachos did time.
I lived in Miami and I remember when I got back from the service in 77 some of the guys I knew were driving around corvettes, Toyota Supra and were just well off. So I asked some friends how these guys were making their money and he said "they're in the import export business with their Dad". I had no reason to think they're lying since many Dads were well off. Turns out they were in the coke business.
This guy is friggin smart. I love what he said about the American dream. It has gotten lost along the way.
🏆DR. JORGE VALDES is “ THE LAST OF THE MOHICANS” this is A REAL OLD SCHOOL 🇨🇺 CUBAN WITH REAL PRINCIPLES, it has been an honor to listen 2 this gentleman, I’ve learned several perceptions from a genius
Real 🥇🏆💪🏼
You also are two mayors 🇨🇺drug dealers 😉🤣🥇🥇
Principiles for real. Respekt. I know i wud fold aka bite.
All his stories are lies.
@@KING_DAVID80 I bet you are a liar so you can tell when somebody else is a lying right 😉😌
Doing your homework while this guy is telling an amazing story.. respect drop
What?
@phil donahue See what?
When I first read this guys book I was laying on a prison bunk for the same crimes needless to say it changed my life and had a profound impact
"Coming Clean" Good for you, Trenod!
You better be doing better now. I do hope that you get yourself a new car, a nice home, a great woman and an appreciation towards God. Don't ever forget God. Without God nothing is possible. Stay proud of who you are and may God bless you for life.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Sorry gangster
@@cuauhtemocmorisco3493 Who is God? Everything has been possible without God before God was created. Why should that change now?
@@Yomi4D religion has just enough stuff that rings true in it, and would be so nice if it were true, that some people just buy into it 100%. Good things happen, praise god, bad things happen, pray to god.
We need a Jorge Valdez movie. I have yet to see a drug kingpin with a happy ending. This would be epic.
These Crookes don't deserve happiness for doing their crimes
He was an accountant
You need to get caught and do your time, before telling your story. There should be some.
A lot of Chicos an Latinos made it out they just don’t talk about because they are legit an have big businesses
Look up Shaun ATTWOOD. He was kingpin and free man
what a freaking guy is doing 23:34 signing a paper during the interview? Pat is so insecure and showy. Painful to see him during the show, thank God the guest talks almost non-stop
Can't stand Patrick but he has on the MOST INTERESTING guests. Writing notes and typing on his laptop while the guest is speaking is just plain RUDE.
@@fmore2 it isn't rude. He may be writing down points he wants to bring up later so that he doesn't forget and doesn't interupt the guest while the guest is still speaking
Guest: “Money does not make you happy”
Pat: “So tell me again about how you were making 2 million a month.”
haha :)
It’s true that money doesn’t buy you happiness. It gives you access and that comes with a lot of problems. Biggie and Puffy were correct when they said “Mo Money/Mo Problems”. They are different types of problems but they are still problems none the less. In the movie “Blow” there was a scene where they had so much money that they were not even counting it anymore,they were weighing it. When you are dealing with that type of cash,illegal,there is a huge problem with storing it. Every drug dealer that was dealing with that type of cash will tell you the same thing. There were kidnapping issues,Jack boys, and everything else that’s involved in that criminal aspect.
Being comfortable and living within your means is being rich! I’ve seen many that have mega bucks and they are always worried they will lose their money. No way to live!
@@mikeglynn5824 That’s the truth. I remember a couple friends of mine when we were in our mid 20’s they had really good careers in the financial industry and one of them drove a brand new Porsche GT2 which cost about $200K then. He would hit me up from time to time and ask me if I could loan him a couple hundred,which I did and he always paid me back. I asked him once why he needed the money since,at the time he was making $150-$200K/year. It really wasn’t my business as to why he needed it but curiosity got me. He told me that between his car and condo payments, he had a really nice condo in N. Scottsdale,that it was killing him. I always thought that was not a intelligent move to live that far outside your means but that was non of my business but I never lived like that.
Guest: "I was happily making it"
Damn it Pat I'm convinced that there will never be another influencer with even the slightest chance of ever being able to interview and cover such a broad range of characters and personalities whose values, beliefs, heritages, and cultures stretch from one end of the spectrum to the other. Which is something that I appreciate and I know the world is grateful for it too because in each one of those stories there's a part of us that's being expressed too. Great interview, admirable gentleman, el Mr Gorge Valdez.
Unpopular Opinion, drugs should be legal to reduce crime, taboo, and overdoses.
And unrealistic thinking ….it’ll never be legal, NEVER
@@Daniel-hs6ct
It's already happening.
@Casey I agree , as with cocaine and opiates . Both which almost killed me . If it's legal it will stop alot of this .
It will not stop anything
2 pronged attack.
Stop treating drug addicts as criminals and start treating it as a medical issue.
Compulsory rehabilitation and counseling , education etc to help them sort their issues out.
Drug dealers death penalty.
I think this could seriously reduce crime and the drug problem.
I love how much life Jorge has in him
This is very exciting. This should be a top notch interview. I’ve seen this story a few times previously, but I’m anticipating a higher quality interview from pat.
Well let’s see. Lol
Thanks a lot for this video !!
Higher quality interview?
@@ax9701 "embellishes" his stories....😊
@@ax9701 Example? I think the story was exactly the same?
This was a good one. I grew up in Miami during that time and I was reliving everything. I am most certain Jorge and I know the same people.
Yea okay. Nobody knows you pal
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Dr Valdes, yours is a very compelling story. Thank you for sharing and good luck with the series. Plus, your suit looks absolutely fabulous. Manuel Martinez is the best tailor in the entire world!
When there was a stigma against using welfare. When America was great.
Cubans have Capitalism in their DNA
when was that?
@@thanohermes5509 expanded welfare happened in 1960's, so before that.
And during the expansion of the welfare state was the destruction of black families as they were making EXTREME progress for 60 years.
i admire this man every time he speak about his mother what a beautiful smile in his face...i love it
By far the best interview on this interesting man. Dr. Valdez.
We need to hear this now more than ever... fantastically inspiring! Many thanks.
I have been following you for the last month and this was one of the best interviews you have done so far.
He said it. In the late 70's and early 80' cocaine was not looked at the same way as modern days. It genuinely was for the upper crust of society, It was an enhancement to take an already great life up a few notches. It was almost socially acceptable among wealthy circles of people. And the money the dealers generated was ungodly and stirred the economy in south florida in a good way. It was an era in American history that will never be repeated and most people do not have any idea or cannot even fathom the type of luxury and extravagance people were living then!
And the addiction, health issues, destroyed lives, and crime it spurred? Miami is the 1980’s was one of the murder capitals of the world.
And this piece of shit contributed to it.
The most Amazing part of his story is after it all he gave his life to Christ and doing his part to spread the word by building churches and helping those who is prison to learn about God while still being a full time dad to his kids. All around a great story with an awesome ending.
What an unbelievable life Jorge has had, its surreal.
Funny how they get religion AFTER they get rich. Gotta love selective morality.
@@gregoryunderwood4121 I know what you're saying. But it's not our place to judge my man.
@@Illusions-bo5zt 🙏🏽💙🙏🏽 free will
@@gregoryunderwood4121 he lost all his money, and was still faithful. You don’t listen well.
This is by far one of the best interviews and one of the most interesting people I have ever seen. I have rarely seen a man so smart, strong, resilient and charismatic. He lost everything several times and stood up again and made everything back in different situations and businesses. Absolutely impressive. Also, I love the way he dresses.
Your comment was everything I would like to have said, yet couldn't. You nailed it! 👍🙂
@@michaeloutsidethebox3391 Thanks, man! Have a nice day. 🙂
Love his energy! What a fascinating interview! Have him on again!
What a awesome attitude the good Dr has,
Thankyou for your honesty, enthusiasm and holding the light 💓
One of the most Powerful testimonies I’ve heard. Beautiful!
Stories like this is why I listen to your channel. Thank you.
I LOVE him. I love his honesty. I love his heart. he is real. god bless this man and all his family.
One of the few interviews thats speaks with real knowledge, taking down the "pablo's myth", and speaking of the real "señores" and how the did things back in the days, plus a great message for young generations, dont to get flashed by the money and bare in mind all the other things that this life brings with it, felicitaciones Dr. Valdez (great interview).
Jorge Valdes is the best. Love his stories
One of the best interviews I've ever watched in my life
This guy is the truth! Hope this interview gets a million views!
One of the best interviews I have ever seen!
This has been my favorite interview by far
Ton of great lessons, thanks for doing this interview Pat
This man told his story so well.
This video deserves to be shared on every platform possible.
Holy Shit! that man just talked confidently, consistently, interestingly, and rivetingly for 1.5hrs, Absolutely amazing.
And by the way Patrick I think just as much of you, you are Fantastic!
Watched the whole thing ! Best interview
What about preparing that tea before the interview Pat? Awesome interview anyway 👌
I know right?? Either he’s fucking with his phone, now he’s preparing tea.
Maybe during Pat’s next interview, we can watch him assemble an entertainment system. 🤷🏽
Jorge Valdes delivers an awesome interview and you have to admire his message. I like how he explained that the most powerful and richer than rich were not even mentioned. That's deep and I think a lot of us that watched all of the series and documentaries realized in this interview we only got a taste of what was really going down. Good interview Patrick and Jorge Valdes thanks for keeping it 100. I love what your father said about people receiving government benefits are broke vs people who don't have any money. Love it!
Yeah i liked that part also. Goes to show how important mentality really is.
What a difference having a father figure had on this man’s life. ONE life lesson from the right person made him for life regardless of circumstances.
All you have in life is your word, if you break it you are a nobody
My father told me,
If you cannot be honest with yourself, if you lie to yourself, you will have no hope in life. Self deception is the worst deception.
You guys are goofballs. Ppl really in the game manuvear any way possible but it's something kept secret. Everyone says there about there word. Sure
There is no doubt that pet of what you said true, people in that line of “work” will maneuver any which way, sure
But my point was having a good father figure growing up
And how the right words spoken by a father can help keep a child straight or at least return him to the straight path when he goes astray or at a minimum help ground the child to have something he can stand on
@@MrConsto There are a lot of people who do well without a father. There are a lot of bad fathers. Then again do I need to tell you that? No.
Amazing interview, amazing life, thank you for sharing. Dr. Jorge Valdez is the kind of men worth knowing.
I could have listened to 8 more hours. Absolutely amazing!!
I salute you for your tenacity of purpose and outstanding leadership qualities.
U need Jorge on the podcast! I could listen to him for hours on end, what a life he lived.
He a crooke
A man has to know when enough is enough if greed drives you enough will never be enough. Thank you Jorge for that comment. God has a way to use his soldiers as messengers and you delivered a message today.
Definitely one of the best interviews on valuetainement! 👌
Agree
Dr. Valdes is amazing . If he chooses to do something , he does that thing .
Wow!! What a freaking interview. Most underrated TH-cam channel on here. Keep up the amazing content guys 👏
I like how Pat styles his hair according to the type of guest. Today all gel’d up and eating caviar! Great interview!
One of the best guest, value at its best.
What an incredible story ! This man has so much wisdom and shows what an high value man is. Thank you Patrick so much for that one.
hahahaha
Wise guy yes. Wisdom? Hahaha lots of prison time. Add it up.
Great interview, We need more of George!💯
Crazy hearing him shout out Macon Georgia. My neck of the woods
I’ve watched almost all of Valdez’s vids. I almost didn’t click on this video but I’m glad I did. Hands down his best interview yet. Great job valuetainment for letting him speak.
Agree
100 percent!
Same here. Valdez showed more on the human side. And he did give some detail I haven’t heard in other vids I’ve seen him in. The body of his story is consistent throughout the TH-cam vids he has interviewed in.
I gotta learn how to keep telling the story with such passion when the person I’m telling is staring at their tablet
I came to the comments for this.. cuz I noticed him scrolling then writing. To me that seems super rude. I'm very confused!
entertaining life story. would have been curious about more details how 1 part leads to another but then again Patrick sure knew not to interject much cause this was going to be long .... over 90 min. great job and great guest
This guy has so much knowledge. Great interview…. So thorough.
This is interesting but very difficult to follow such a disjointed story... Jorge Valdez sometimes jumps from scene to scene without any continuity or logic whatsoever. But then you hear him say something extremely interesting and informative. Although it is hard to follow, those little gems make it worthwhile. Keep dropping these jewels, Mr. Big Drug Kingpin, and I'll keep listening.
Patrick's body language is very interesting. Great interview!
Incredible man, incredible story.
Great interview but Patrick looked like he was ready to get out of there for the second half of it. First time I see Patrick clean up the desk like the interview is over while the person is in the middle of a story
That's because I don't think Patrick was buying the story. I don't believe half the stuff Valdez was saying.
@@travisadams4470 True, that makes sense
One of your best interviews to date!
A fascinating character this guy, another great interview Valuetainment is the best podcast on TH-cam, watching all the way from Glasgow Scotland 🏴
Facts
Are u wearing a skirt scot boy?
@@Optimus-Prime-Rib no your dad is
@@stevendodd1987 : Hahaha! Great comeback, well done Steven!
@@djquinn11 cheers mate
you can tell that wasnt patricks favorite interview.. i like valdez, wish him well
Very interesting interview I usually don’t watch a video for an hour
Awesome interview, I will never get tired of hearing his story🐱
This was exactly what we needed on a Friday morning! Content city
One of the best interviewers in the business, always enjoy your clips - thanks & Happy New Year :)
Great interview. Was engaged every second of it and honestly learned a lot from this gentleman.
He is a criminal ! Who killed people ! Don't glorify them
By far one of your best interviews Valuetainment
Jorge is a good speaker. I seen many of his interviews in the past, but this interview didn't flow to good. Jorge was all over the place. But still entertaining.
It was the interviewer, poor Jorge kept up trying to get his attention and interest
Best interview I have ever seen and I have watched loads...it all started in a little supermarket.......
Thank you for this interview. God bless you, your family and team Patrick🙏🏽
💯 better then Glad TV interview! David asked the best questions and actually listens and lets his guest talk
Amazing interview
Great perspectives by Jorge Valdes amazing values taught from his father
Keep it coming patrick
Wow, amazing story. Loved every minute of it. His drive to succeed and the love for his family is inspirational. Hope he and his family continues to be blessed 🙏