What Happens When Police Become The Accused

Kyle On Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@federalprisontipsJason on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/8upjay/Solo On Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/sosafibonacci/This week on 10 Toes Podcast, Kyle and Jason bring back Solo, but this time the focus is entirely on the federal prison journey that changed his life forever. From childhood trauma to surviving one of the most active federal yards in America, Solo breaks down the gritty reality of incarceration in a way few people ever have.🔥 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS-Early Trauma & The Path to Prison-Born into chaos: mother addicted to drugs, father in federal prison.-As a young boy, Solo witnesses his father take his own life in front of him — a trauma that shapes everything that comes next.-Grew up navigating survival instead of childhood.Inside the Federal System-Talks about the multiple prisons he was sent to throughout his sentence.-Main focus: Oakdale Low, an active yard where politics run everything.-Breaks down the prison gang structures, racial politics, and the code inmates must follow.-Explains how anything you want is available in Oakdale — from drugs to contraband to “protection” — if you know the system.Violence, Riots & Survival-Solo recounts the day he was caught in a full-scale race riot, a chaotic melee involving dozens of inmates.-Shares the moment he was stabbed during the riot and how quickly prison can go from tense to deadly.-Explains the split-second survival decisions inmates must make on active yards.-Talks about the mental stress of always watching your back, even when you’re supposed to feel “safe.”This episode is a raw, unfiltered look at the reality of federal prison life from someone who lived through some of its darkest corners. Solo’s story isn’t just about violence — it’s about trauma, survival, and the price of growing up in a world most people only see in movies. His return to the 10 Toes Podcast delivers one of the most intense and eye-opening conversations yet.

3 Joulu 1h 46min

Kyle On Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@federalprisontipsJason on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/8upjay/Aaron On Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/aaronpeila/This week, Kyle and Jason sit down with Aaron Peila, a former shot caller for the Independent White Boys inside USP Victorville — one of the most dangerous and politically charged maximum-security federal penitentiaries in the United States. Known for housing some of the country’s most notorious prison gangs, Victorville has long had a reputation for extreme violence, strict hierarchies, and a level of prison “politics” unlike anywhere else.Aaron gives an unfiltered, firsthand account of what life was really like behind the walls of USP Victorville. From the daily tension on the yard to the unspoken rules that govern every move, Aaron explains how fast things can escalate — and why doing time in a penitentiary is nothing like doing time anywhere else.He also reveals how he found himself unwillingly voted in as shot caller for his group — a position that brought responsibility, danger, and constant pressure. Aaron breaks down what leadership looks like when every decision could spark violence, how alliances are formed, and why being a shot caller is far more burden than power.This episode dives deep into the realities of penitentiary life, the structure of prison groups, and the mental toughness required to survive in one of the most feared prisons in America.🔑 Episode Highlights-Life inside USP Victorville, one of the most notorious U.S. penitentiaries-The structure of prison groups and the role of the Independent White Boys-How Aaron became shot caller without wanting the position-The pressure, responsibility, and danger that come with leadership inside the penitentiary-Daily life inside a high-security federal yard-The politics, alliances, and unspoken rules that control the prison-How Aaron navigated violence, conflict, and survival-Lessons he took from the penitentiary into his life today

26 Marras 1h 4min

Kyle On Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@federalprisontipsJason on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/8upjay/Sgt. Maverick On Instagramhttps://www.sgtmaverick.com/This week on the 10 Toes Podcast, Kyle and Jason sit down with Retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez, a legendary cop whose career spanned the most dangerous decades in Miami’s history. From the chaos of the 1980s Cocaine Cowboy era to the violent streets of the 90s and 2000s, Maverick lived through — and survived — some of the wildest years law enforcement has ever seen.Maverick takes us deep into his personal story, coming to Miami, joining the police force, and stepping straight into a war zone fueled by cartels, drug kingpins, and nonstop violence. He shares intense firsthand accounts of shootouts, high-speed chases, drug operations, cartel warfare, and the explosive crime wave that made Miami the most infamous city in America.With decades of frontline experience, Maverick breaks down what policing really looked like when Miami was the drug capital of the Western Hemisphere — and why many officers didn’t survive those years. From life-or-death confrontations to corruption scandals, cartel pressure, and the evolution of crime over 30 years, this episode paints a gritty, raw, unfiltered portrait of a cop who saw everything.💡 Episode Highlights* Cocaine Cowboy Miami: What life was actually like during the cartel-dominated 1980s.* Shootouts & Survival: Real stories of violence, ambushes, and close calls that shaped his career.* Evolution of Crime: How policing changed from the 80s → 90s → 2000s.* Inside Miami-Dade PD: The culture, the danger, and the toll it took on officers.* Street Politics & Corruption: The darker side of law enforcement during Miami’s peak chaos.* Life After the Badge: Lessons learned from decades on the front line

19 Marras 1h 30min

Kyle On Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@federalprisontipsJason on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/8upjay/Larry On Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/blind.greed/Blind Greed — a story based on his unbelievable real life. Larry was once an accomplished Wall Street lawyer and Columbia Law School graduate who built a multimillion-dollar financial empire. But when he partnered with underworld figures to launch one of the first online gambling ventures, he found himself on the radar of the feds — and what followed was nothing short of cinematic.Larry built a company portfolio worth over $100 million, operating across Europe and Central America, before becoming an international fugitive living under a false identity. Using a fake Nicaraguan passport, he lived lavishly around the world — skiing in the Alps, gambling in Monte Carlo, and outsmarting law enforcement for years. But when a bribe in Nicaragua went wrong, he was arrested and thrown into the infamous El Chipote Prison, one of the most dangerous prisons in Latin America.💡 Episode Highlights-Wall Street Origins: How a brilliant Columbia Law School graduate rose to the top of the financial world.-Crossing the Line: Partnering with a Cosa Nostra associate to launch early online-gambling businesses.-The $100 Million Empire: Building a portfolio of international companies that attracted global investors.-Life on the Run: Living under a fake name, traveling the world as “Jason Todd,” and dodging extradition.-El Chipote Prison: The brutal reality of one of Latin America’s most feared prisons.Redemption & Storytelling: Writing Blind Greed, now being adapted by Raw Media into a major motion picture directed by Michael Copon.From Columbia Law School to El Chipote Prison, Larry Hartman’s true story of ambition, betrayal, and survival feels like something out of Catch Me If You Can — only this time, it’s 100% real.

12 Marras 1h 16min

Kyle On Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@federalprisontipsJason on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/8upjay/Kendra on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/hustlequeen/This week on 10 Toes Podcast, hosts Kyle and Jason sit down with Kendra Geronimo, a woman whose story of survival exposes the darkest side of human trafficking — and the unstoppable strength it takes to reclaim your life.🔑 Episode HighlightsKidnapped and Trafficked at 16: Kendra shares how she was abducted while working as an underage dancer in Orlando and forced into trafficking by a violent network that included club owners, hotel managers, and corrupt insiders.Escape and Survival: After 90 days in captivity, she engineered a daring escape back to Orlando — only to be dismissed by authorities who refused to investigate her case.The Road to Redemption: Her abductor was later convicted and imprisoned, but Kendra was left to rebuild her life while raising a child born of that trauma.Healing and Advocacy: Turning pain into purpose, she founded Liberation Team, a non-profit that helps rescue and rehabilitate trafficking victims, and launched Avert ’Em, a self-defense company teaching women to protect themselves through hand-to-hand and firearm training.Reality TV and Rebirth: Kendra recently appeared on the show 60 Days In, bringing her message of resilience and empowerment to a national audience.💬 About This EpisodeKendra Geronimo’s story is raw, real, and transformational — a journey from victim to victor. Kyle and Jason dive deep into how she turned her trauma into a mission to educate, empower, and save others from the same fate. This episode is a powerful reminder that strength is born in the darkest places.

28 Loka 56min

Kyle On Tiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@federalprisontipsJason on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/8upjay/Felly on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/oh_itz_felly/This week on 10 Toes Podcast, hosts Kyle and Jason sit down with Ofelia “Felly” Torres, a woman whose life story sounds like a movie — one of pain, survival, and ultimate redemption.At just sixteen years old, Felly was the victim of a brutal attack that nearly ended her life — stabbed 33 times by her ex-boyfriend. Against all odds, she survived. But the trauma and aftermath of that event would lead her down a dark path into the criminal underworld.In one of the most gripping and emotional episodes yet, Felly opens up about how she spiraled into the street life, got involved with dangerous people, and was eventually indicted by the federal government for drug importation. She shares the raw truth about what drove her into that world, how she faced her demons, and how she fought to reclaim her freedom and her identity.Now years later, Felly has transformed her life and uses her story to inspire others — proving that no matter how deep the darkness, there’s always a way out.🔹 Episode Highlights💔 The Attack: The horrifying day she was stabbed 33 times and how she survived the impossible.🕳 Life After Trauma: How unhealed pain pushed her into the streets and the criminal world.⚖️ Federal Indictment: The events that led to her being charged with drug importation by U.S. authorities.🌅 Redemption Story: How she rebuilt her life, found healing, and became a voice for other survivors.🔥 The Message: What her journey teaches about trauma, resilience, and second chances.Ofelia “Felly” Torres’ story is more than survival — it’s a reminder that even the most broken pasts can lead to the strongest rebirths. This episode dives deep into true crime, trauma recovery, and redemption, giving listeners an inside look at what it really takes to come back from rock bottom.

20 Loka 1h 33min

This week on 10 Toes Podcast, hosts Kyle and Jason sit down with Dr. Monica Vermani, a leading clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and former prison mental-health professional, to explore the unseen psychological battles faced by both inmates and correctional staff inside the U.S. prison system.With years of experience working behind bars, Dr. Vermani shares what it’s truly like to navigate the human mind in one of the most hostile environments imaginable. From untreated trauma and addiction to the deep-rooted mental-health crises that drive criminal behavior, she sheds light on the cycle of pain, punishment, and redemption inside prison walls.Dr. Vermani also discusses her broader work as an author, speaker, and wellness expert, emphasizing how emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and accountability can transform lives—even for those society has written off.🔹 Episode Highlights🧠 Behind Bars & Beyond: What mental health treatment actually looks like inside U.S. prisons.⚖️ Trauma & Crime: How unresolved trauma fuels destructive behavior and recidivism.💬 Rehabilitation vs. Punishment: Why true reform must start with healing the mind.👥 The Human Side of Incarceration: Stories from inmates who fought to rebuild their lives.🌱 Healing After Prison: Dr. Vermani’s blueprint for emotional recovery and self-growth.In one of the most eye-opening conversations on 10 Toes Podcast, Dr. Monica Vermani reminds listeners that no one is beyond redemption, and that addressing mental health, trauma, and purpose is the only path toward true rehabilitation and prison reform.

14 Loka 1h 3min