
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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 251 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

Former Bad Boy rapper G. Dep sits down to tell one of the most unbelievable stories in hip-hop history.
Growing up in Harlem during the height of the crack era, G. Dep went from hustling in the streets and battling drug addiction to landing a record... more
Baltimore has always had a reputation as one of America’s toughest cities — a place shaped by poverty, violence, addiction, and survival. In this episode, Johnny travels through Baltimore to see how the city has changed since The Wire, how the drug t... more
Black Label has one of the wildest stories we’ve ever heard on The Connect.
Growing up in extreme poverty in St. Petersburg, Florida, he was surrounded by crack, violence, and chaos from an early age. By 11 years old, he was already selling drugs. B... more
Donald Trump once appeared unusually willing to confront the Jeffrey Epstein story. According to Julian Dorey, Trump reportedly cooperated with an attorney representing Epstein victims, publicly urged people to investigate Epstein and his powerful co... more
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Love the pod but some of these guys are straight trash liars Texas Tim " tiny Tim " yeah ok fake
I’m not sure how to contact you to tell you my story. Best podcast I’ve ever listened to.
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++++
Dayum Wigg-ah! You a serious friggin loser.
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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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Recent guests on The Connect- include:
1. G. Dep
2. Brandon Novak
3. Carl Johnson
4. Black Label
5. Julian Dorey
6. Jimmy Saracco
7. Jacob Diaz
8. Britt Elmore
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