Invest In Yourself Podcast
Exclusive interviews with mobsters, gangsters, criminals, former addicts, drug dealers, smugglers, & survivors. All of them are now investing In themselves and doing great things!
Episodes
266 episodes
MC BLVD’s Journey: From Gangster to God’s Servant
Joining us is none other than MC BLVD, a name with a deep history and a transformed future. Once immersed in gang life and known for making gangster rap in the 1990s, MC BLVD lived a life many only hear about. But everything changed when he mad...
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Episode 268
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42:20
Addicted, Imprisoned, in a Gang — Until God Changed Everything | John Simmons
Today's guest is John Simmons, who has an incredible story of transformation. John experienced a difficult past—struggling with addiction, incarceration, and involvement in gang life. But through God’s grace, John was set free from those chains...
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Episode 265
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1:08:27
A Gang Member’s Unexpected Encounter with JESUS
Today’s guest is Alex Evangelista, a devoted follower of Jesus Christ who has been walking faithfully with the Lord for many years. But Alex’s journey didn’t start there. He spent a significant part of his life involved in gang activity, cyclin...
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Episode 264
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34:30
I Was Addicted… Then Jesus Saved Me and Gave Me a Mission
Today, I’m honored to be joined by Pastor Vanisia Tapia—a courageous woman of faith and purpose. She shares her moving testimony and travels from church to church, boldly preaching the life-changing message of the Gospel. Before walking in her ...
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Episode 261
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37:18
A Bullet Took Him to Hell! Jesus Brought Him Back!
Today, I’m honored to be joined by Pastor John Paul Martinez. John is on a divine mission—sharing his testimony, preaching the Gospel, and leading countless souls to salvation. But his journey didn’t start here. Before he found Christ, John was...
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Episode 260
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1:03:17
Fighting and Shooting Then He Found JESUS!| Joey Swisher
Today, I’m joined by Joey Swisher. Joey grew up in a community heavily impacted by gang activity. During his early years, he was frequently involved in physical altercations. Some of these confrontations escalated into dangerous shootouts. Trag...
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Episode 259
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45:32
JESUS CHRIST Healed My Heart When No One Else Could!
Welcome back to another powerful testimony of a life healed by Jesus Christ! Today, I’m honored to be joined by Cassie Garcia. Cassie opens up about her early life battles, the pain, the brokenness, and how it led her down a dark path of using ...
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Episode 258
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37:50
“I Was Addicted… But JESUS Saved Me 🙌 | Tracey Smith Testimony”
Today, I’m joined by Tracey Smith. Tracey currently leads a ministry called Cowboys & Outlaws Prison Ministry. She does outreach to those in prison and to people experiencing homelessness. But before she was called to this ministry, she had...
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Episode 257
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39:58
JESUS CHRIST Replaced My Drug Addiction! | Angie Rose’s Testimony
Today, I have the privilege of being joined by Angie Rose. Angie is a Health Coach and a committed Ministry Leader, using her life and gifts to serve others in both body and spirit. However, before stepping into her calling, Angie like many of ...
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Episode 256
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52:05
JESUS CHRIST Saved My Husband’s Life and Mine | Addiction, Crime, & Healing
Last week, we heard Estevan’s gripping testimony of redemption. Estevan was caught in a life of darkness bound by crime and addiction. His choices led to liver failure and a critical turning point. In his surrender, Estevan gave his life ...
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Episode 255
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49:37
Gangster’s Last Chance: Saved by New Liver and Jesus
Estevan Medina joins today’s conversation with a story that reaches deep into struggle and redemption. A life once filled in gang life and addiction brought years of turmoil and brokenness. Darkness led to prison sentences, each one a step furt...
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Episode 254
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36:35
God Changed a Gangster: Pastor Sal Perez’s Radical Transformation
Today, it is a blessing to be joined by Pastor Sal Perez. In this powerful episode, Sal shares a raw and unfiltered account of his journey. Once entangled in gang life, crime, and addiction, he walked a dark and dangerous path. After losing nea...
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Episode 253
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46:51
GANG LIFE Couldn’t Save Me! But JESUS CHRIST Did!
Today, I have a truly powerful and moving testimony to share with you. I’m honored to be joined by brother, Sergio. Sergio opens up about his past and how he once walked the dark path of gang life, running the streets and committing countless c...
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Episode 252
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1:17:53
Once a Gangster Disciple, Now a Disciple of Jesus Christ!
Today, I’m honored to be joined by brother Drew Lacondrata. Drew is a former member of one of the most notorious gangs! The Gangster Disciples. He opens up about the painful and personal journey that led him into gang life. And how by the gr...
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Episode 251
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45:44
From CRIP Gangster to GOD’S Soldier | Yuri Luckette Testimony
Today, I’m honored to be joined by Yuri Luckette. A former Crip gang member with a powerful story of redemption. Yuri shares his early life on the streets, caught up in crime, drugs, and the violent world of gang culture. His path led to pri...
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Episode 250
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56:37
After 20 YEARS in GANGS and PRISON, He Surrendered His Life to JESUS
Our guest today is none other than Brother Ray. Ray was once deeply entrenched in the dangerous world of gang life in Oklahoma. For 20 years, he was bound by this destructive lifestyle, fully immersed in its chaos and violence. His life led him...
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Episode 249
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1:03:34
From the HOOD to the WHITE HOUSE: How JESUS SAVED My Life! | Jesse Holguin
Today, we have the honor of hearing from Jesse Holguin. A man whose story is nothing short of miraculous. Once a former gang member, Jesse’s life was nearly cut short after being shot and paralyzed. But God, in His infinite mercy, spared his li...
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Episode 248
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42:59
LA Gang Member Turns to Christ While Serving Life Behind Bars
Jojo is a man with a powerful story—once a former gang member who faced a sentence of over 45 years in prison. He courageously shares his testimony with us, opening up about the reasons that led him down that dark and dangerous path. Life in pr...
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Episode 247
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53:00
Gang Member’s DUIs Land Him in Prison, Jesus Christ Sets Him Free | Joe Loya Testimony
Today, I have a testimony that’s not just a tale—it’s a journey of transformation, redemption, and grace. Our guest today is Joe Loya. Joe will take us through the highs and lows of his life—a story that starts with a childhood filled with prom...
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Episode 246
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51:27
From Drug Trafficking to Spreading The Gospel | Albert McFarland Testimony
Our guest, Albert McFarland, has a story that is inspiring. Albert was raised in a challenging environment, one that ultimately shaped his path and led him down a violent and troubled road. In his youth, he became involved in criminal activitie...
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Episode 245
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36:18
RICO-Charged Gang Member Now is “Bangin 4 Jesus” | Luis Perez
Today, I am honored to be joined by Luis Perez. Luis’s story begins in the depths of a life shaped by a gang affiliation from a young age. This decision led him down a dark and treacherous path, one that saw him repeatedly cycle in and out of p...
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Episode 244
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1:03:24
From Cartel Dealing to Spreading The Word of Jesus | Aaron Cochran
Welcome back, everyone. Today, I have a truly special testimony for you. Our guest is Aaron Cochran. Aaron was once a drug dealer, caught in a life of crime. For years, he associated with the cartel, lost in that dark world. But everything chan...
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Episode 243
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29:05
Former Mobster Rocco Morelli Saved By Jesus Christ | Pizza Connection | John Gotti
Today, I’m joined by Rocco Morelli. Rocco was born into a mafia crime family, led by his grandfather, Rocco Morelli, the boss. He followed in his family’s footsteps, becoming a “wiseguy.” Eventually, he became a police officer for a few years. ...
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Episode 242
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1:32:19
David Medina: RICO Charged to Redemption Through Jesus Christ
Welcome to another inspiring testimony. Today, I am honored to be joined by David Medina. David opens up about his early years, sharing how he found himself involved in criminal activity at a young age. His path eventually led him to join a gan...
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Episode 241
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1:00:42
From The Streets to Salvation: Chris Furlong’s Testimony
Chris Furlong is here to share his remarkable journey—a journey from darkness to light. He’ll be opening up about his past struggles with addiction and his involvement in running drugs. But through God’s grace and mercy, Chris was given the cha...
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Episode 240
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51:22