Ex-Prison Guard Reveals Why He Was Fired After Just 6 Month | Damon Darling

In this episode, we're joined by Damon Darling, who shares his incredible journey. He starts with his teenage years and first experiences with alcohol, leading to a challenging battle with addiction. Along the way, Damon takes on a job as a correctional officer, but his struggle in this role lasts no more than six months.The episode highlights Damon's inspiring turnaround, where he finds comedy as a driving force for his success. Join us as we explore Damon's highs and lows, and how humor becomes his pathway to fulfillment and achievement.
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Time Stamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:58 - Childhood Insecurities and Finding Humor
00:03:52 - Financial Struggles and Childhood Memories
00:05:59 - Using Comedy to Overcome Bullying
00:07:48 - Aspiring Entertainer
00:09:49 - Partying at a Young Age
00:11:47 - Escaping Childhood and Religious Restraints
00:13:44 - Rock Bottom in San Diego
00:16:02 - Turning Point
00:18:08 - Begging for Another Chance
00:20:08 - Struggling to Provide for Myself
00:24:09 - Recovery
00:26:16 - The Nightmare of Being a Correctional Officer
00:30:07 - The Fight and the Consequences
00:32:04 - Fired from being a Prison Guard
00:33:55 - The Reality of Being a Prison Guard
00:35:51 - Bribery Attempts in Prison
00:37:35 - Experiences as a Prison Guard and Comedy Career
00:39:20 - Starting out as a Comedy Club Door Guy
00:43:17 - The Challenges of Starting in Comedy
00:45:16 - From Bullies to Success
00:47:25 - Staying Out of Trouble
00:49:23 - Family, Hustle, and the Next Five Years
00:51:23 - Teaching Balance and Avoiding Addiction
00:53:24 - Finding Balance while Building a Business
00:55:06 - No Excuses, Just Grind
00:56:48 - Never Giving Up
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  • @Sannicolasbrand
    @SannicolasbrandАй бұрын

    My guy Damon Darling on the rise! “Got a dollar”

  • @Kyfam_vlogs

    @Kyfam_vlogs

    Күн бұрын

    Ohh I thought you were poor 😮

  • @chryslertechnician3439
    @chryslertechnician34394 ай бұрын

    This dudes honesty is refreshing

  • @LitCrease
    @LitCrease7 ай бұрын

    That National Security reference around 27 mins did not go unoticed Sir💀💀💀 just wanted to let bro know

  • @ThejeffJr8

    @ThejeffJr8

    7 ай бұрын

    That movie was comedy Martin Lawrence

  • @Simplyjordann

    @Simplyjordann

    7 ай бұрын

    Right lmao

  • @mutchdorse7072
    @mutchdorse70724 ай бұрын

    I’ve gained a new level of respect for Damon after watching this. I love his content but never thought about the life he lived leading up to comedy

  • @nickshearer3091
    @nickshearer30917 ай бұрын

    Can't knock a man who knows he's in over his head. Great episode Ian 👏

  • @adab9959
    @adab99597 ай бұрын

    What a wonderful young man!! I don’t think he realizes how strong he really is!! Much success to you young man!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @sydneywilson9366
    @sydneywilson93664 ай бұрын

    Another great interview Ian! I can so relate to Damon, I admire his courage and honesty. The fact that he believes in his therapy and has actually executed the skills and a thought process that he has been seeking through self-care and professional help.

  • @miekolock4060
    @miekolock40605 ай бұрын

    I absolutely LOVE that the story about freezing at a fight came RIGHT before the story about seeing a dude flog his dolphin. He wasn’t willing to do anything about the fight between the two inmates but HOT DAMN one look at another dude smacking it and he said KNOCK IT OFF OR IM GONNA PEOPER SPRAY YOU. Hahahah I couldn’t stop laughing when I compared the two instances

  • @joewalsh886
    @joewalsh8867 ай бұрын

    Been watching from the beginning im glad this channel blew up. 👍

  • @Bohemian-Rhapsody
    @Bohemian-Rhapsody7 ай бұрын

    Great interview. 👍 This guy is so honest about his reality, he's tougher than he thinks being able to self-criticize publicly. Refreshingly honest dude, hope life goes well for him. 🤟

  • @ianbickCT

    @ianbickCT

    7 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @macysondheim

    @macysondheim

    7 ай бұрын

    👹

  • @Coastal_one
    @Coastal_one7 ай бұрын

    Salute to you, Damon! Congratulations on your success brother. Keep grinding and stay blessed.

  • @JCStraulin
    @JCStraulin7 ай бұрын

    Another great one! Merry Christmas Ian. Heck of a year

  • @preciousbees5721
    @preciousbees5721Ай бұрын

    Confirmed, his comedy is his testimony. Love it

  • @joew9860
    @joew98607 ай бұрын

    This was therapeutic. Great interview

  • @churchsafetyinitiative7079
    @churchsafetyinitiative70797 ай бұрын

    Great interview love the authenticity & life lessons

  • @beachgirl6305
    @beachgirl63057 ай бұрын

    Great interview! It's so good to hear about his recovery and sticking with it! I had to laugh at him saying it's his least fav jokes that make it! It seems crazy, but I've heard that from other content creators.

  • @robsgotit1
    @robsgotit17 ай бұрын

    never heard of ths guy but i love him and ill follow and subscribe and support from here on out. We don't need mainstream media or Hollywood we need this kind of content right here real life. Real truth. Much love

  • @ianbickCT

    @ianbickCT

    7 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much bro

  • @way2beAZ
    @way2beAZ7 ай бұрын

    I’m so proud of your hard work Ian! You are so good at this! 🥰

  • @ianbickCT

    @ianbickCT

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you❤️❤️

  • @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    6 ай бұрын

    @@ianbickCTdamn bro this person wants to taste ur sweat for sure

  • @ryanjankauskas9319
    @ryanjankauskas93197 ай бұрын

    Good work bro! U can’t ever say you were never good at anything until u found comedy. You were a good son, dad, friend, those traits are more important then being good at a job or sport for example. Don’t sell yourself short. Even if u we’re a honest friend or faithful husband, that would make you better then 50% of the population

  • @nikkirichards4952
    @nikkirichards49527 ай бұрын

    Wish him the best on his journey

  • @exodus1-12
    @exodus1-127 ай бұрын

    This guy is special.

  • @danielschulz6675
    @danielschulz66757 ай бұрын

    Ian Bick, I picked you up at the Courts, you had that reach! Basketball 🏀 was the spot!

  • @michaelwblade
    @michaelwblade7 ай бұрын

    Ian your killing it on this podcast tip brother ‼️ keep up your great work I’ve been rocking with you since the beginning. Go2024

  • @Itsreallyhim3
    @Itsreallyhim37 ай бұрын

    This is the Wendy’s guy right

  • @nectarcollect

    @nectarcollect

    7 ай бұрын

    First thing I said too 😂

  • @stayreadyjit

    @stayreadyjit

    7 ай бұрын

    Lol yea it is

  • @macysondheim

    @macysondheim

    7 ай бұрын

    No.

  • @teezyjames596

    @teezyjames596

    7 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂 yo deadass

  • @chrisdavis1837

    @chrisdavis1837

    7 ай бұрын

    That him

  • @jeffmiller5084
    @jeffmiller50847 ай бұрын

    Good man right here. Blessings.

  • @markcafebrown2883
    @markcafebrown28837 ай бұрын

    In Ian WE TRUST

  • @James-41333
    @James-413333 ай бұрын

    Hell yeah love this

  • @_l0MarWl2_
    @_l0MarWl2_7 ай бұрын

    I’m from Indiana close to South Bend (Notre Dame College) is what we’re known for. His story resonates with me so much. This guy is truly genuine.

  • @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    6 ай бұрын

    University of Norte dame ;)

  • @_l0MarWl2_

    @_l0MarWl2_

    6 ай бұрын

    @@kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj okay..👍🏻 thanks for the correction.

  • @_l0MarWl2_

    @_l0MarWl2_

    6 ай бұрын

    @@kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj it’s Notre Dame. Not Norte Dame. 🤔

  • @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    6 ай бұрын

    @@_l0MarWl2_ that was the joke buddy :/

  • @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    @kjfgkgfkfkjhgjkgkj

    6 ай бұрын

    @@_l0MarWl2_ get it wrong anyway you can

  • @brittneysidar8731
    @brittneysidar87313 күн бұрын

    I love this guy I think he's going to go very far with his comedy career I crack up all the time at his videos and it's nice to hear him be so relatable in this interview

  • @devonherman3973
    @devonherman39737 ай бұрын

    Dudeeee! As small of a town as urbana is i love that area going all the way around to even yellowsprings that whole area is just beautiful to drive through

  • @dvrklxrdpcee1429
    @dvrklxrdpcee14296 ай бұрын

    The way he said big black dude you know he won't forget that memory! Lmao

  • @luckap79
    @luckap7919 күн бұрын

    He’s a straight G ! Salute 🫡

  • @thestonedsailor6072
    @thestonedsailor60727 ай бұрын

    For the Record Ian: A DWI/DUI is a Misdemeanor First Offence in every state. A misdemeanor does not preclude you from becoming a Correctional Officer. He obviously didn't have the right personality to be a Correctional Officer.Thank God he didn't get anothr Officer killed or seriously injured. I'm happy he turned the negative into a positive. I wish him the best 🙏

  • @isthatjaydee

    @isthatjaydee

    7 ай бұрын

    For the record thestonedsailor6072: your opinion is your opinion and doesn’t make it fact or true. Thank god so many CO’s and Cops have the “right personality..” 😂😂

  • @thestonedsailor6072

    @thestonedsailor6072

    7 ай бұрын

    @@isthatjaydee My opinion is based on over 25 years of law Enforcement/ Security experience 🤡 I can tell that you we're most likely a punk in prison...

  • @isthatjaydee

    @isthatjaydee

    7 ай бұрын

    Making assumptions I see. I have never spent a day in prison and do not plan on it. I have a Masters degree and a GREAT corporate job while also working towards my PhD. For future reference, never assume. Good day Sir. 😂

  • @thestonedsailor6072

    @thestonedsailor6072

    7 ай бұрын

    @@isthatjaydee So you're an overeducated fool 🤣😂... So I hope you don't ever go to prison. Because a guy like you will be somebody's woman for sure. Happy New Year 🎊

  • @Fit-bb4dr

    @Fit-bb4dr

    7 ай бұрын

    ​​@@thestonedsailor6072 another law enforcement dbagLol. Smh. Nobody cares what you did for 25 years. That don't make you a good person bro. You talk to people like you have no respect just like most cops. So nobody cares what you say.

  • @Donaldpinel
    @Donaldpinel2 ай бұрын

    This episode is hilarious 😂

  • @borobinson7005
    @borobinson70056 ай бұрын

    I went through years where i couldn't function sober but my problem wasn't alcohol it was snorting heroin fentanyl and cocaine/smoke crack till 2 and a half years ago i decided to get into treatment and it was pretty rough.. anyone who wants to get clean has to do it for themselves to better themselves or it won't work it doesn't work if people force you, you have to want help yourself!! 🐱

  • @Allyourbase1990

    @Allyourbase1990

    4 ай бұрын

    Congrats on getting sober that’s great ! I just celebrated 6 years sober a few months ago . Did heroin and meth for a decade , it’s not easy

  • @josephmitchell740

    @josephmitchell740

    8 күн бұрын

    Dude, you 100% did the right thing by not breaking up that prison fight. Nothing good would have come from that. Sucks you lost your job, but not really. I could never work in a place like that. Cold, steel and concrete… No thanks not for any amount.

  • @MichaelEdwardLee
    @MichaelEdwardLee3 ай бұрын

    There are "doppelgangers versions" on my device Nic #3:said, "how do you (get all these(alternate version) shows) on your phone!?"

  • @Allyourbase1990
    @Allyourbase19904 ай бұрын

    This is one of the funniest interviews 😂😂😂 the story about him freezing up had me dying . I wouldn’t wanna be a CO either . I’ve been to prison and I don’t envy their job

  • @0nly1jayo
    @0nly1jayo7 ай бұрын

    i know you probably wouldn't do an interview with a teenager, but I have a crazy life story at only 17 I got shot when I was 16 at school and have a lot to talk about growing up in the streets and I've dealt with alot of family violence im not looking for clout i just think my story should be heard peace and prosperity to you🙏

  • @thebackendkid4521
    @thebackendkid45217 ай бұрын

    this interview here opened my eyes being from toledo ohio

  • @sw0llen_nut935
    @sw0llen_nut9357 ай бұрын

    Urbana is a nice little town, I go there every weekend

  • @jay_ay_why
    @jay_ay_why7 ай бұрын

    Yup, kids checked the tags to make sure it was official. Kids knew name brand patents 😂

  • @GoTActionDotCom
    @GoTActionDotCom8 күн бұрын

    This is the, “you got a dollar? Right” guy? - 😅

  • @The2ndFirst
    @The2ndFirst4 ай бұрын

    It's pretty rough retaining correctional staff. Out of every 10 only about 2 will make it a year. It doesn't make you a bad person. Working in a prison is hard on a person and even harder on a family.

  • @randyervin8116
    @randyervin81165 ай бұрын

    How many people do you recall ever aspiring to be a C/O? I've done the job myself. It"s a tough job, and not for everyone. I got out for many of the same reasons as Damon, just not the job for me. I have alot of respect for the C/Os that approach the job as a professional. Some do , most don't. It would be interesting to watch an interview with a professional C/O. Not all C/Os are corrupt.

  • @MichaelEdwardLee
    @MichaelEdwardLee3 ай бұрын

    Nic #2 said, "you remember 'everybody!" I think I see what he means now

  • @MikeysJukeBox
    @MikeysJukeBox7 ай бұрын

    Why do you make it where I cant close my phone to listen to this? Lol some people gotta work

  • @heathercschafer

    @heathercschafer

    7 ай бұрын

    That’s a KZread thing. I think if you pay for premium it will let you close it and videos will keep playing. Maybe listen on a podcasting app

  • @TrashCannCJ

    @TrashCannCJ

    7 ай бұрын

    @@heathercschaferyup it is a KZread thing

  • @Newland909

    @Newland909

    7 ай бұрын

    Personally, i upgraded to YT premium and I've never looked back! You don't have to sit through ads anymore plus you get YT music which is waaaaay better than pandora! For 11.99 a month, worth every penny. I know people gripe about how the channel you're watching is losing out on ad revenue but look at how many "sponsors" these channels receive.

  • @tkalil2

    @tkalil2

    7 ай бұрын

    Yes, KZread premium you can close your phone and listen. And no commercials. Definitely worth the money!

  • @Newland909

    @Newland909

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@tkalil2you know about the YT music too, right?

  • @EasySeason93
    @EasySeason935 күн бұрын

    I came here for Damon Darling, never seen this interviewer before. I find it hard to believe he was in prison. He also is kinda stale man, good on Damon for keeping the interview alive alive. I feel bad talking ish, but give some flavor bro, or atleast show some compassion. Dude is just laughing at him.

  • @huggybear9937
    @huggybear993711 күн бұрын

    Love Damon he's the best holla dolla Florida $$$$

  • @Njp6536
    @Njp65366 ай бұрын

    Bad decision to be a CO unless you were ready when they told you that they would get rid of you and keep getting rid of guards until they got one that would help they were basically telling you that you were on the list. Glad you got out of there unharmed physically but I know you still probably suffer in reparable psychological damage. I still do have PTSD real bad from what I seen as a young kid in prison. It’s no fun man. great podcast Brother shout out to the man for his honesty.

  • @meleasepolete7509
    @meleasepolete75093 күн бұрын

    I would love to tell others regarding waiting for guy to get out prison . I didn't learn once or once.i Had thousand dollars and thousands dollars a sad story stolen my heart. How the police couldn't find to arrest.I TURNED HIM IN .NEVER WILL DO THAT AGAIN.

  • @youcanknowit9374
    @youcanknowit93747 ай бұрын

    Didn't we see this one already or am i having de ja vu

  • @thatpart

    @thatpart

    7 ай бұрын

    This might be a clip from a previous podcast. I'm not sure.

  • @macysondheim

    @macysondheim

    7 ай бұрын

    I think it’s actually cuz ur g@y

  • @frankielymon757
    @frankielymon7573 күн бұрын

    Hollywood if ur watching...this is Richard Pryor..

  • @Fit-bb4dr
    @Fit-bb4dr7 ай бұрын

    I like how the interviewer is so oblivious to the fact that alot of cops and people in law enforcement were alcoholics and are.. I e heard plenty of stories from officers myself about other cops that have had shitty stories and still made it to be in law enforcement.

  • @devinthedude438
    @devinthedude4387 ай бұрын

    Urbania, OH? Do he know the O’Shay brothers

  • @_JD_1
    @_JD_17 ай бұрын

    You should interview “after prison show” from KZread

  • @j_rainsgoat3929

    @j_rainsgoat3929

    6 ай бұрын

    Who Joe? He fell off hasn't posted anything in months. He may of lost his mind at this point.

  • @Jellydebs
    @Jellydebs7 ай бұрын

    Madison is a chomo camp 😂. Anyone with bad charges have to go here to complete a program

  • @MichaelEdwardLee
    @MichaelEdwardLee3 ай бұрын

    Was he a so-called guard where I was a prisoner for being accused of "obstruction of governmental administration"?

  • @m.-townhounds5925
    @m.-townhounds59256 ай бұрын

    Is this the guy that gives away recipes?

  • @ontop225
    @ontop22524 күн бұрын

    Love the story! But this guy did not make one joke the whole interview. 😅.

  • @chrisbell7150
    @chrisbell71507 ай бұрын

    This bro that be in Wendy’s with begging bro🤦🏾‍♂️

  • @teezyjames596
    @teezyjames5967 ай бұрын

    Ian i love your content but please refer to the “guards” as “Officers” love from CT

  • @jayelee7558
    @jayelee75586 ай бұрын

    Dude sounds lazy even on the interview lol I’m glad he made something work

  • @YoungNReckless1966
    @YoungNReckless19666 ай бұрын

    No wayyyyyyyyy he be given that guy money

  • @Simplyjordann
    @Simplyjordann7 ай бұрын

    Goodman damnon

  • @tommyp280
    @tommyp2807 ай бұрын

    I think continuing to drink is better than believing in a make believe god.

  • @user-yx9bs8zo5q

    @user-yx9bs8zo5q

    7 ай бұрын

    Wow. You're a deep one.

  • @brothermyke6523
    @brothermyke65237 ай бұрын

    Your mom is great.

  • @lesterpatterson2998
    @lesterpatterson29986 ай бұрын

    😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @erickiyoshiphillips2323
    @erickiyoshiphillips23237 ай бұрын

    Baron davis ole look alike6

  • @macysondheim

    @macysondheim

    7 ай бұрын

    Jackie Chan lookin @$$

  • @danielault3986
    @danielault398617 күн бұрын

    Does anybody need a damnnnnnn dolllllarr

  • @robertcarroll5606
    @robertcarroll56067 ай бұрын

    So he wasn't really an alcoholic or a C.O. shit video.

  • @themonopoly5796
    @themonopoly57967 ай бұрын

    Yea he ain’t got it in him

  • @macysondheim

    @macysondheim

    7 ай бұрын

    He ain’t about that lyfe

  • @thegamewinnersnow
    @thegamewinnersnow3 ай бұрын

    This guy pisses me off and I don't know why...

  • @Copedipper94
    @Copedipper947 ай бұрын

    Boring story

  • @bryano7057
    @bryano70577 ай бұрын

    Skip this eppy

  • @stayreadyjit
    @stayreadyjit7 ай бұрын

    Much respect 💯 great stories & motivation I’m 5 months off fetynal and meth I’m 25 and been homeless most off the past 5 or 6 years now finally gettin on my feet and following my dream of music I’ll be on here one day 🙏🫡

  • @user-lb9xf1ii3n
    @user-lb9xf1ii3n7 ай бұрын

    Wendy’s guy on ig???

  • @teezyjames596

    @teezyjames596

    7 ай бұрын

    It looks and sounds just like him

  • @brettwalter8420

    @brettwalter8420

    7 ай бұрын

    it is @@teezyjames596

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