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The Connect- with Johnny Mitchell

Johnny Mitchell
Drug Trafficking
Cocaine
War On Drugs
Sinaloa Cartel
Marijuana
Crack Cocaine
Fentanyl
Mexico
Pablo Escobar
Heroin
Drug Addiction
Prison System
Cartels
New York City
Mental Health
True Crime
Violence
Colombian Drug Trade
Mafia
Prison Reform

Former drug trafficker and standup comedian Johnny Mitchell takes you inside the world of drugs, crime, prison, and the politics of the War on Drugs.

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Scott Anthony had already lived a life most people wouldn't believe.

He grew up in Chicago street gangs, robbed drug dealers, trafficked cocaine, fled the United States, lived under aliases, and eventually built a new life in Mexico.

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Recent Guests

Diaz Aguilar
Former inmate with two-decade prison career and author
Episode: How A Gang Leader Survived America's Worst Prison System
Scott Anthony
Former criminal turned author and businessman
Boxing/Entrepreneurship in Mexico
Episode: How A Cocaine Trafficker Survived 10 Years As A Fugitive In Mexico
Joby Walters
Former Hells Angel, author of Cut Free
Hells Angels (former)
Episode: Hells Angels Enforcer Reveals Life At War With The Mongols
Matthew Handy
Former drug addict and subject of the interview; involved in extensive credit card fraud and other crimes
Episode: Inside The Dark Web Credit Card Scam Making Millions Every Month
G. Dep
Rapper formerly on Bad Boy Entertainment
Bad Boy Entertainment
Episode: Why A Successful Rapper Confessed To Murder 17 Years Later
Brandon Novak
Former professional skater and legendary Jackass member who struggled with heroin addiction and got clean
Friend of Johnny Mitchell / former addict
Episode: Baltimore’s Fentanyl Epidemic Is Worse Than You Think
Carl Johnson
Baltimore Carl, founder of Baltimore Recovery Alliance
Baltimore Recovery Alliance
Episode: Baltimore’s Fentanyl Epidemic Is Worse Than You Think
Black Label
Former teenage kingpin in St. Petersburg, Florida; founder of Black Label Services
Black Label Chauffeur and VIP / Black Label Services
Episode: The White Crack Kingpin Who Ran An All-Black Drug Crew
Julian Dorey
Podcaster and frequent commentator on Epstein and political topics
Episode: Is Trump Covering Up Melania’s Connection To Jeffrey Epstein?

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Johnny Mitchell
Host of The Connect- with Johnny Mitchell

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • People suck

    I can’t believe how many people cry around in the comments. Snazzzy fagulas!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ty gratzfeld
    United States2 months ago
  • Texas tim is a punk

    Love the pod but some of these guys are straight trash liars Texas Tim " tiny Tim " yeah ok fake

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    dingo warrier
    United States4 months ago
  • Hard to pinpoint a title

    I’m not sure how to contact you to tell you my story. Best podcast I’ve ever listened to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anjadoodle
    United States5 months ago
  • Fire

    Just finished up the 2 part Mark Branon episode, and it was fire! That guy is the real deal, and the last of a dying breed. I can only imagine the stories he didn’t and couldn’t tell. A++++

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M@rc E M@rc
    United States5 months ago
  • Tim Grimehymen

    Dayum Wigg-ah! You a serious friggin loser.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Snatchy Lopez
    United States6 months ago

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Guests consistently bring compelling, insider perspectives that feel authentic and unique.
Listener feedback highlights memorable, eye-opening moments from interviews with former criminals and reform advocates.
The host sometimes dominates conversation, drawing criticism from some listeners.
Content quality and guest variety are generally praised, though ads can interrupt flow for some listeners.

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#43
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#160
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#160
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#96
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Apple Podcasts
#154
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#158
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How A Cocaine Trafficker Survived 10 Years As A Fugitive In Mexico
Q: What influenced your decision to publicly discuss your past and pursue writing and entrepreneurship?
A desire to set a positive example for my family, alongside the belief that sharing the journey could help others avoid similar fates and inspire redemption.
How A Cocaine Trafficker Survived 10 Years As A Fugitive In Mexico
Q: What role did mentors or key figures play in your transformation?
Figures like Mr. Garwood, who treated me with dignity and offered a path to redemption, profoundly influenced my decision to abandon crime and pursue lawful opportunities.
How A Cocaine Trafficker Survived 10 Years As A Fugitive In Mexico
Q: How did you handle the risk and eventual capture by authorities across borders?
I used aliases and social networks to stay ahead, learned the legal system, and ultimately chose to cooperate with the process while planning a legitimate future.
How A Cocaine Trafficker Survived 10 Years As A Fugitive In Mexico
Q: What events pushed you to leave the street and pursue a different life?
A combination of brutal street experiences, a realization that the mob and cycles of crime were unsustainable, and mentors or figures who encouraged redemption led me to pivot toward education and legitimate business.
Could A U.S. Intervention In Mexico Become America’s Next Vietnam?
Q: What would be the strategic objective of the US in invading Mexico?
The host suggests the official aim would be pacifying cartel violence and drug flows, but the deeper objective would be securing the United States' industrial base in Northern Mexico, effectively controlling key economic and logistical zones.

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What is The Connect- about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A provocative interview series that centers on drugs, crime, prisons, and the politics surrounding the War on Drugs, with guests who recount firsthand experiences inside illicit networks, law enforcement, and reform movements. Episodes frequently mix personal redemption arcs, investigative journalism, and policy critique, often pushing against mainstream narratives with bold, populist, or reform-minded takes. Notable is the consistent emphasis on insider perspectives—from cartel and prison systems to investigative reporting—paired with a frank, no-nonsense hosting style that can drive sharp, eye-opening conversations about accountability, governance, and societal impact. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who enjoy gritty, real-world... more

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4. Matthew Handy
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7. Carl Johnson
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