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TFS Podcast

The felon show
Redemption
New Zealand
Substance Abuse
Bankstown
Fitness
Australia
Mental Health
Christianity
Criminal Justice System
Drug Addiction
Gang Violence
Black Power
Faith
Gangs
VLAD Laws
Meth Addiction
Māori Culture
Rehabilitation
Freemasonry
Drugs

Interviews with ex cons, gang members, gang leaders, youth mentors, mental health advocates etc. From across Australia and New Zealand who have inspiring tales of redemption and overcoming the odds.

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True Crime

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Matt “Jedi” Floyd’s story isn’t what you expect.Raised in chaos and violence, he went down a path that led to gangs, vigilantism, and eventually six years behind bars. But prison didn’t break him it gave him a way out.Through boxing, discipline, and ... more

He grew up in Macquarie Fields, surrounded by chaos, moving between homes and trying to find where he fit in. What started as a normal life slowly shifted into something else, as the streets began to take over and the consequences started stacking up... more

He spent 15 years in a bikie gang… living a life built on violence, loyalty, and survival.Shot. Burned. Left for dead. Most people don’t come back from that.But this isn’t just a story about the past… it’s about what comes after.Finding purpose and C... more

She made headlines… but that’s not the full story.In this episode of TFS TV, Nikita speaks out about what really happened, from being targeted and intimidated, to the reality of living under pressure most people will never understand.This isn’t media... more

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Recent Guests

Mattie Floyd
Australian boxer and ex-gang member, focuses on redemption and youth mentorship
Self/Promotional platform (TFS TV)
Episode: Ex Lone wolf MC President Matt Jedi Floyd
Les Granford
Lethal Les, former enforcer and boxing gym founder
Comancheros/boxing community
Episode: “Lethal” Les - 15 Years In The Comancheros… Left For Dead
Nikita Case
Survivor of gang-related violence and founder/trauma recovery advocate
Whitestone Academy (mentioned)
Episode: She Stood Up to a Gang… This Is Her Story
Ben Gappert
Former high-profile Outlaw Biker known as Notorious
Outlaw Biker World (Australia)
Episode: The Rise & Fall of ‘Notorious’ (What They Don’t Show You)
Tee Park
Ex-con, musician; from Long Beach, Tonga; known as Tee Pock/Tongan Tupac
Independent
Episode: 19 Years in California Prisons – The Story of Tongan pac (Long Beach)
Simon Kerr
Ex-convict, artist, and storyteller featured as the guest for this episode
Independent (as an artist and speaker)
Episode: New Zealand’s Most Notorious Criminal You’ve Never Heard Of | Simon Kerr
Lil Sick
Rapper, former inmate, abuse survivor
Episode: Lil SIck - Former Inmate | Rapper | Abuse Survivor
Adam Smith
Former senior bikey boss in the Finks Outlaw Motorcycle Club
Finks Outlaw Motorcycle Club (former)
Episode: "I Was a High-Ranking Bikie… What Prison Really Taught Me"
Shannon Althouse
Former outlaw motorcycle gang member turned youth mentor and mindfulness advocate
Independent; works with youth programs across Australia
Episode: "They Tried to Kill Him 3 Times" | Aboriginal bikie turned mentor Shannon

Host

Dave
Host of the show and interview facilitator; leads conversations and guides guests through their stories

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 299 ratings
  • New podcast?

    Waiting for 2025-2026 hope there is more to come

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Olivequeenie
    Australia5 months ago
  • Epic Stories

    Awesome job with the pod cast, throughly enjoy the unsolicited facts the men have been sharing & inspiring others with their challenges & over coming it to be the best versions of themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wixs vee
    Australia2 years ago
  • Navy Chik

    I noticed you didn’t mention who Walt hetero is employed by to talk about his so called regret

    Becoming an evangelical Christian and dedicating your life to causing harm , Disappointing

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Navy_Girl69
    Australia3 years ago
  • So raw and honest

    Seriously love how honest and real this podcast is ! This is the uneditorialised version of true crime podcasts !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mifigial
    Australia3 years ago
  • Excellent

    This has fast become my favourite podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lexibarrett
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The show is seen as a strong platform for mentorship and community impact, though some episodes are intense or controversial.
Listeners value the unfiltered, real-life perspectives from guests.
Audiences praise the honesty and inspirational redemption stories.

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Apple Podcasts
#198
New Zealand/True Crime

Talking Points

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New Zealand’s Most Notorious Criminal You’ve Never Heard Of | Simon Kerr
Q: So from there, you became a full-time criminal, was it?
The progression was gradual, with multiple remands, escapes, and turnings towards bigger criminal opportunities, culminating in long-term criminal activity before a decisive shift into painting and a new life.
19 Years in California Prisons – The Story of Tongan pac (Long Beach)
Q: So how long have you been out for now, my bro?
I was out for a year, but before that I stayed in a halfway house, finished my time there, and then completed parole before finally being free.
Why They Don’t Just Leave | A Domestic Abuse Survivor Speaks
Q: Can you please introduce yourself and where you're from originally?
I'm Darrylee, born in a small town in the far north of New Zealand, grew up across Australia, and have been back in New Zealand for many years now.
Interview with a Freemason - "Widows Tama"
Q: How long have you been a Mason?
I have been a Mason coming up five years, progressing from initiation to Master Mason.
Former Rebels MC president Dave Martin | Ex Navy marine
Q: How did the VLAD laws change the bikie scene?
Dave explains that the laws made it difficult for bikers to associate with one another and drastically changed the nature of club life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About TFS Podcast

What is TFS Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series features candid conversations with formerly incarcerated individuals, gang members, and mentors who discuss redemption, personal transformation, and rebuilding their lives through mentorship, sport, art, and community work. Episodes commonly explore trauma, systemic challenges in youth justice, rehabilitation journeys, and practical lessons for steering at‑risk individuals toward constructive paths. A standout here is the consistent emphasis on turning violent pasts into positive community impact, often with cross-border stories from Australia and New Zealand. The tone tends to be unflinching and inspirational, making it particularly resonant for audiences interested in true-crime context blended with social impact, mentorship, a... more

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Recent guests on TFS Podcast include:

1. Mattie Floyd
2. Les Granford
3. Nikita Case
4. Ben Gappert
5. Tee Park
6. Simon Kerr
7. Lil Sick
8. Adam Smith

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