Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchPublic Speaking After Fededal Prison
Back in Alpharetta, Georgia, I remembered bombing a speech here—guys in the front row literally asleep. But I showed up. I owned my story, even if th…
1 year, 3 months ago
Lindsie Chrisley Podcasts: White Collar Crime, Release Plans & Prison Reform
I'm headed to Atlanta to join Lindsie Chrisley on The Southern Tea podcast. With her parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, both serving federal prison te…
1 year, 3 months ago
Smartest Thing I Did After Federal Prison
After federal prison, the smartest move I made was simple: I got active. Instead of waiting around, I walked Ventura Boulevard—right past the buildin…
1 year, 3 months ago
You're A Fool Who Acts Like You Loved Going to Federal Prison
I don't love that I went to prison—but I'm grateful I learned from it. This morning, someone called me an "imbecile" for saying prison gave me perspe…
1 year, 4 months ago
How To Get A Longer Federal Prison Sentence
If your lawyer isn't helping you prepare for sentencing, why are you still taking their advice? A defendant in New Jersey is weeks from sentencing—no…
1 year, 4 months ago
Defendants Sentencing Hearing Delayed 5 Months: Good or Bad News?
A North Carolina physician asked if his five-month sentencing delay was good or bad. The truth? It depends on what you do with the time. He admitted …
1 year, 4 months ago
Government Wants 27 Months In Federal Prison
A Michigan doctor was stunned when the U.S. Attorney recommended 27 months in prison—despite repaying $3 million and working undercover with the FBI.…
1 year, 4 months ago
Why Fededal Prison Was The Easiest Part Of The Sanction
For me, federal prison was the easiest part of the sanction—it had a clear start and end. I shared this perspective at USC Marshall School of Busines…
1 year, 4 months ago
Defendants: Is This Why You Don't Agree With Your Plea Agreement?
A defendant called me—frustrated—because he didn't agree with his plea deal. Turns out, his lawyer barely knew the facts. Didn't understand how the b…
1 year, 4 months ago
Another Bad Choice I Made Before Going To Federal Prison
When I was a defendant, I made a mistake—I went silent for years, then called an old friend asking for a sentencing letter. He refused. He was disgus…
1 year, 4 months ago