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TFS Podcast

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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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Episodes

Ex Transgender woman interview - Walt

Walt Heyer shares his incredible testimony of the struggles and abuses he endured in his youth, which he believes led him to identify as a transgender woman. He now travels the world with his wife sharing his testimony. Check out his website: sexchangeregrets.com

Jul 01, 202328 min

Franny Loco | Sydney prison gang O.C

Francis Loto, the founder of notorious Sydney prison gang OC shares his story of redemption. After a life of abuse, drugs and crime, and after serving his last prison sentence he decided to change his life for the better and be a positive role model for the many youth that look up to him.

Jun 12, 202342 min

Gang girl - Matildas story

Matilda Kahotea shares her inspiring story of growing up amongst crime, gangs and abuse here in New Zealand. After a life of drug dealing and violence she realised she needed to break the cycle. She is now the CEO and founder of Nga Kete Wananga Solutions where they help rehabilitate men and women.

May 09, 202334 min

Sex trafficking survivor interview - Gloria

Gloria Masters' shares her heartbreaking experience. Gloria was born into a household that embraced sex trafficking, so her father used her for financial gain. She endured unimaginable suffering from his abuse for 16 years until the day she escaped. Contact her on Social Media: https://gloriamasters.com

May 03, 202334 min

Abuse in Marae - Dirty tohunga (healers)

Brenda shares her story of surviving a Maori "self-improvement programme" endorsed by Te Unga Waka marae in Auckland. The programme is run by social workers who claim to be "tohunga." The Maori equivalent to a healer or witch doctor. After being abused and treated like a slave by the tohunga she escaped and now wants to help those still being abused.

Apr 30, 202340 min

Gang girl - Kimi from Darkside

Kimi from Pukekohe, south Auckland shares her story of redemption. After years of abuse, gangs and drug addiction, she was eventually sent to prison for a range of crimes. She is now out and doing her best to give back and help others heal. She is currently on tik Tok under @teamgheeghee_captain https://www.tiktok.com/@teamgheeghee_captain where she has over 30k followers.

Apr 27, 202322 min

Unmasking freemasonry - Dr Selwyn Stevens

Dr Selwyn Stevens is a leading expert on all things freemasonry, and is also a best selling author. His works include Unmasking freemasonry, Signs and Symbols, and unmasking Mormanism. All of his books can be found on this website and also the schedule for his upcoming tour: https://jubileeresources.org/collections

Apr 24, 202350 min

Australia true crime - Ronald Isherwood

Ronald Isherwood grew up in the slums of Fitzroy, Melbourne. His father was a member of the notorious painters and dockers union. From a life time of crime, addiction, lavish living, and prison, Ron's seen it all. He has served time in Pentridge prison, Melbourne. Grafton prison in Sydney, and also in Queensland jails. He is a now a recovery, transformation coach snd the director of https://www.thetruthaboutaddiction.com.au He is about to release a book on his life later this year. Get in contac...

Apr 12, 202333 min

Ariki Rigby - Unsolved murder in Hastings

Anahera Rigby shares her heart-wrenching testimony along with that of her sister Ariki. Ariki Rigby was found in a burnt out car in Havelock North. The killers have still not been found.

Apr 03, 20231 hr 10 min

Gang girl = Angels story

Angel Taylor shares her story of growing up amidst crime and gangs on the streets of Rotorua. After years of abuse, drugs, and crime, she was on her way to prison. By the grace of God she was eventually able to overcome her traumas and addictions and after a few ups and downs has landed on her feet and wants to share her story of healing.

Apr 01, 202344 min

Gang member sentenced to life = Dukes story

Duke shares his testimony of being a Mongrel Mob member. After being sentenced to life in prison, he and other members starting making changes for the better whilst incarcerated. He is still a member today and is helping other members find healing and redemption.

Mar 30, 202330 min

One of Tasmania's most violent inmates - Caine Robert Richardson

Caine Richardson shares his story of redemption. After spending most of his youth locked up in the notorious Ashley youth detention centre, he was subject to physical and sexual abuse. Which shaped his violent behaviour throughout his years in detention and prison. After 2 police sieges in his late twenties he realised something had to change. He now works in the spaces of rehabilitation and is making up for his past mistakes.

Mar 29, 202345 min

Ex King Cobra gang member - Fete Taito

Former state ward and gang member Fete Taito shares his story of growing up in the boys homes suffering abuse and trauma. Then graduating from borstals to prison and becoming involved with the notorious NZ gang, the King Cobras. He currently is working with the royal commission inquiry into abuse in state care committee here in New Zealand.

Mar 05, 202345 min

Former Black Power president Phil Paikea

Matua Phil Paikia is a former president and founding member of the black power gang in Whangerei. After years of violence and drugs he decided his life needed to change. He is now with safe man safe family, along with Vic Tamati. A organisation teaching the nation of New Zealand that family violence is not okay.

Feb 27, 202333 min

From Recon Sniper to bikie underworld

After being sentenced to 7 years for dealing commercial quantities of cocaine, Andrew Geldert realised his life needed to change. From a violent upbringing, Drew joined the army out of high school and excelled in the field. After coming home he became a nominee for an outlaw motorcycle club, which came to a head when he was shot twice in a nightclub. After leaving prison he has found redemption and is now a coach, mentor, and holistic wellness practitioner.

Feb 08, 202341 min

Charged with murder at 14 years old in Sydney

After a drug house robbery gone wrong, Dean found himself at the age of 14 sitting inside Long Bay prison in New South Whales. He grew up on the tough streets of inner city Sydney, and had already spent a lot of time in boys homes. After spending many years in and out of prisons across Australia, he ended up in rehab where he decided things needed to change, and he eventually gave his life to the Lord. He is now a successful business man and has written a book about his life called "King hit." G...

Feb 07, 202343 min

Gang girl: Dating a gang hitman

Kayla is the daughter of a gang president. She dated a gang hitman where she was constantly abused and hospitalised 38 times in one year. She has sold large quantities of meth, been held hostage, and escaped death more than once. She has now found peace and given her life to God, and is on her path to finding redemption, this is her story.

Feb 01, 202340 min

The wild side: Dating a meth cook

Sitting in prison on a raft of charges including kidnapping, guns, drugs and counterfeiting was very different to what Janet had imagined for her life. Excerpt from Janet Balcombe's book, "The Wild Side." Janet shares his story of going from a country girl, too dating one of the largest meth cooks in New Zealand.

Jan 29, 202339 min

Ex-dealer & deportee Myles Gibbons

Interview with my good mate Myles Gibbons. We discuss our time in prison together, and what led to his incarceration including selling firearms and drugs to an undercover police officer. After coming back to New Zealand he has changed his life for the better, now working in the corporate world, and encourages others not to make the same mistakes he did.

Jan 26, 202338 min

Melbourne Graffiti history | KSA crew Armed

Interview with Melbourne graffiti writer and co-founder of the KSA graffiti crew @armedksa one of the pioneers of Melbourne graffiti culture. He shares his story of growing up in Dandenong. From boys homes he eventually landed in the notorious Pentridge prison. Graffiti saved him and he still paints to this day.

Jan 19, 202338 min

Melbourne prison break | Supermax at 16

Jason shares his story of growing up in a violent home, which led to spending most of his youth incarcerated. After escaping from Parkville youth Justice centre, which made national headlines, he was moved to adult prison at only 16. After being released from prison in 2014 he has never returned. After battling drug addiction, depression and attempted suicide, he is now in the best shape of his life. This is his story.

Jan 12, 202334 min

Over 40 years spent behind bars | Mangu Kaha OG

Michael Huna Te Pou shares his story of redemption. A patched member of Mangu Kaha Aotearoa, he has spent 40 years of his life behind bars. From boys homes to prison he has seen it all. He is now with the Grace foundation in Auckland and looking forward to his new life in recovery.

Jan 08, 202331 min

Wikse 210 | Sydney city OG searcher

Cesar Nino AKA Wikse 210 is originally from Colombia, but as a child was adopted by an Australian family. After spending a total of 17 years inside the NSW prison system, he has now changed his life for the better. “This interview is dedicated to my son J Niṉo and Grandson Mason… 🙏🏽💯🙏🏽” WIKSE

Dec 20, 202238 min

Aboriginal from NSW | Goulburn prison Koori yard

Dane Simms shares his story of redemption. Dane grew up on a Koori mission in New South Whales where unfortunately he landed into a life of crime. In and out of prison since he was 12 years old, he has spent almost 10 years inside Goulburn prison, one of the toughest jails in Australia. After serving his last sentence, he is now committed to making a better future for his wife and children.

Dec 14, 202236 min

Former Nomads Vice President

Trent Reeves shares his story of redemption, and how he became the Vice President for the Nomads motorcycle club in Perth, Western Australia.

Dec 06, 202231 min

Sydney 501 "Tongan Misi" at Christmas "hell" Island

Misi is currently being housed in Australia's notorious Christmas "Hell" Island. He shares his story of redemption, and what led him to becoming a drug addict and armed robber, before changing his life in prison.

Dec 03, 202231 min

Muslim and Mongrel Mob Rogue member

This is the story of Maui, a sovereign being who has been able to turn his life around and start making some positive changes. Originally from Manurewa, and as a youth being involved in sports. He then found himself involved with drugs and gangs. He eventually went to prison, and joined the Rogue chapter of the Mongrel mob. He has now found his calling in life with his faith, and being registered with the Hapu Tangata Whenua Suveran Authority.

Nov 05, 202234 min

Former Hells Angels enforcer Australia | youngest member worldwide

Neke "Snakey" Wirihana shares his story of redemption. He moved to Australia with his family as a youth to escape the gangs in his native Hawkes Bay. In 2014 Neke was the youngest Hells Angels to receive his patch in the world. In 2016 he was deported to New Zealand after serving his last prison sentence. He is now a christian, and involved with Te ao Maori, and is keen to educate the youth about not making the same bad choices he did.

Oct 18, 202236 min

Sydney double shooting | Joshua Smart

Joshua Smart from Glebe, Sydney, shares his story of growing up in the streets mongst crime and gangs. In 2014 he was shot outside his home along with his father, who miraculously survived a bullet wound to the head. He is out of jail now and advises others not to take the path of crime and prison.

Oct 11, 202218 min
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