Here are the timestamps. Please check out our sponsors to support this podcast. 0:00 - Introduction & sponsor mentions: - Noom: trynoom.com/lex - Allform: allform.com/lex to get 20% off - ExpressVPN: expressvpn.com/lexpod and use code LexPod to get 3 months free - Four Sigmatic: foursigmatic.com/lex and use code LexPod to get up to 60% off - Eight Sleep: www.eightsleep.com/lex and use code LEX to get special savings 3:49 - Money 6:10 - Pablo Escobar 13:22 - Jorge Ochoa 20:58 - First time 25:44 - Landing an airplane on the highway 28:34 - Barry Seal 38:58 - Mena, Arkansas 43:50 - Assassination of Barry Seal 57:03 - American Made 1:01:14 - Blow 1:03:21 - Story of torture in a Mexican prison 1:08:01 - Getting shot down 1:21:44 - Prison 1:35:26 - Reflections on a life of crime 1:40:44 - Advice for young people 1:43:42 - Love 1:57:02 - Death 1:59:48 - Meaning of life 2:03:51 - Poem

@themessengertv2108

2 жыл бұрын

will you please put lou elizondo or hal puthoff in your show my brother?

@themessengertv2108

2 жыл бұрын

especially lou elizondo. you need to grab him before rogan. this guy is smart and you can ask him some questions no one else has broski. keep up the good work 💪

@themessengertv2108

2 жыл бұрын

eric weinstien asked some with him briefly and I think even Eric is coming around finally.

@THEREALNAZmk

2 жыл бұрын

We don’t deserve you.

@THEREALNAZmk

2 жыл бұрын

This guy would make a good President

The range of people you’ve been interviewing has been next level lately. Congrats on the evolution.

@sammuddel7751

2 жыл бұрын

THIS 💯💯

@ZeeWolfOfEazter

2 жыл бұрын

Lex is the new goat of podcasts.

@eliaswreford4523

2 жыл бұрын

There is a judge in Traverse City Michigan nicknamed Prison Powers (Judge Powers) who has publicly stated before he retires he will give out 2 million man years. I, for the life of me cannot imagine how he could be impartial or ethical as a judge. He almost always goes WAY above sentence guidelines.

@jcee4921

2 жыл бұрын

@@eliaswreford4523 funny how Travis City Michigan is infested with Democratic ideals and a local Judge wants people to be in prison and maximize all sentences.

@D3r3k2323

2 жыл бұрын

Still waiting for Jordan Peterson tho

''Beware of an old man in a profession where men die young!''

@doodmayne7535

2 жыл бұрын

Damn that's legit. Never heard it before but yes I love it.

@stazi7532

2 жыл бұрын

He gives me Don King vibes….

@Mona_Lisa123

2 жыл бұрын

@@benjaminchavez1121 Seems like Lex was catching on to this around 1:19:20

@wadeboggs5163

2 жыл бұрын

33 years in prison will keep you young.

@desmondagboada

2 жыл бұрын

@@wadeboggs5163 :) For sure!

Listening to Roger is like listening to your Grandpa tell Smuggling stories. One of my favorite smugglers to listen to… amazing life, amazing storyteller.

I’m addicted to listening to Rodger talk about his life’s experiences. & also his wife is such a treat to listen to as well. I can’t get enough. Thank you for providing us with this priceless gem of a conversation 🙏

@Coincidence_Theorist

6 ай бұрын

2:08:00 this daughters poem has bright tears to my eyes

@rolandocedillo5685

16 күн бұрын

Does he turn you on ? 😂

There's nothing more interesting than hearing the story of a drug smuggler told in the voice of an old west prospector

@TheRealMikeGMuzik

10 ай бұрын

Facts bro. I KNOOOOW his movie will be made soon. And I hope he's narrating it or at least someone who can talk like him

@HeliosDroneWorks

9 ай бұрын

What do you know about old west prospectors? You need to get out and travel more. It’s not a highly unusual accent

@highdesertbiker

9 ай бұрын

imagine if this dude was ur plug

@HeliosDroneWorks

9 ай бұрын

@@highdesertbiker how does this get highlighted? It’s a pretty bad comment.

@highdesertbiker

9 ай бұрын

@@HeliosDroneWorks probably because you are a professional clown?

Lex dedication to making really out of the box podcasts is outstanding

@vedantg2485

2 жыл бұрын

So true🙌🏽

@rowansavage9371

2 жыл бұрын

Such an interesting range of in-depth interviews

@seempaq

2 жыл бұрын

I never clicked so fast on a video

@drew4054

2 жыл бұрын

Dude’s a gem

@liajet24

2 жыл бұрын

He's becoming like a Joe Rogan, but not an idiot, and is truly providing different, but educated view points rather than batshit insane ones.

The classic phrase of "They don't make 'em like they used to." is an understatement with Roger-fiing-Reeves. I could listen to this man tell stories all day long.

Lex, whenever I introduce your podcast to anyone, this is the episode I show them. This is my absolute favorite. I literally laughed, cried, and just... It's just a really beautiful and amazing episode. Whenever I feel sad or alone, watching these transports me away from any negativity immediately. You have such a sweet and curious soul.

@eamonia

Жыл бұрын

Dude, if you haven't yet seen or listened to his conversation with Paul Rosolie, please indulge yourself. He moved from New York to the Amazon when he was 18 and every sentence of the 3 hours he had on the show is an unbelievable tale of adventure and discovery that rivals that of the works of Homer. Please, do yourself the favor, I implore you.

@candyheadxo

11 ай бұрын

@@eamonia Thank you!! I will watch that with my morning coffee! He is so fascinating.

@eamonia

11 ай бұрын

@@candyheadxo Thank you! I'm so happy that you took the time to respond and I sincerely think that you're going to absolutely love it.

"What motivated you?" "Money." "Would you do it again?" "No."

@R_V_

2 жыл бұрын

Best compression ratio ever.

@SkandalouzStyle

2 жыл бұрын

thats not even what was said.

@Astares9

2 жыл бұрын

@NewMind Wonders easy to judge sitting from anonymity.. and just because you're too frail to live against this "nation" doesn't make you any better than him

@levprotter1231

2 жыл бұрын

Nobodies perfect

@Patso44

2 жыл бұрын

That sums it up..

“Being a snitch it like being pregnant. You either are or you’re not.” Best line lmao

@matweg666

2 жыл бұрын

Fascinating, I was scanning the comments and read this one just before he said it 😶

@silverstar4289

2 жыл бұрын

They all snitch when they get caught

@daftmario123

2 жыл бұрын

@@silverstar4289 This guy didn't, and plenty of others do not either. Some people actually do value loyalty, believe it or not

@steveoshei1819

2 жыл бұрын

@@daftmario123 almost all criminals cooperate today.

@andrenabrydon6505

2 жыл бұрын

@@steveoshei1819 nope not all..but would agree by saying most

What a damn good interview, Roger needs a true and accurate movie done on his life, one hell of a ride.

@Diesel_Outlaw

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree! 💯

@mariuspetre1613

10 ай бұрын

A movie would be to short… he needs a series with 12 seasons at least..

@aggibson74

10 ай бұрын

@@mariuspetre1613 Roger told me today that he just closed with Apple on a 10 episode series.

@Kink-Panther

9 ай бұрын

​@@aggibson74sure he did

@aggibson74

9 ай бұрын

@@Kink-Panther he had a talk at the local flight school here in Santa Barbara and that’s what he said. Interestingly enough, they did not revoke his pilot certificate and Roger is going to train for an IFR rating. He’s a student at the school.

That is an absolutely incredible story and Roger Reaves has to be one of the most interesting and genuine human beings there is, along with his wife Mari, also.

@whatcher8151

Жыл бұрын

too bad we are just hearing about it as he is 80 now, got out at 78.

@madfoxcityemnau6414

Ай бұрын

Yup genuine drug smuggler. 😅

This is the only time in my entire life where I've sat down and watched a podcast by itself without being at work or in the car or on the go. Fantastic episode. Truly one of the best podcast guests of any podcast ever.

@coughforme21

2 жыл бұрын

But how could he not have had someone in his corner, a lawyer perhaps, who advised him about the way the FEDS started to apply the RICO statute to go after guys like him? And where did all his money go or how did he invest it to make it clean / legit?

@HatedNelevated

2 жыл бұрын

@@coughforme21 someone in his corner is not necessary because lex is not divisive towards him. Simple Q&A style interview and an extra person there would have made things less candid.

@jeffmiller3499

2 жыл бұрын

@@HatedNelevated what? He's talking about during his criminal career

@JasminMalissLittlefield

2 жыл бұрын

@@jeffmiller3499 statute of limitations

That was one of the best podcast interview's I've ever watched. You won't see anything even close to this on television. Unbelievable!!

@erad67

2 жыл бұрын

If you look at TV interviews in the 1950s & 60s, they used to be similar to this. Sadly, those days are far gone.

@Customwinder1

2 жыл бұрын

Old doco called Cocaine Cowboys . That's a good watch .

@stephenmcmonagle6946

2 жыл бұрын

Tbats because Shit on television is fake Roberto lol

Outstanding The world needs more guys like Roger true gentleman

This is some of the best content the internet has ever offered.

This man's voice is Southern velvet. I wish he did audiobooks.

@ashdavenport23

2 жыл бұрын

Audio Book is available 👍

@anthonysimmons1372

2 жыл бұрын

you read my mind

@Browny84

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely

@realitynotfictionii563

2 жыл бұрын

That voice 👌

@hootiehootheblowphish4109

2 жыл бұрын

He really would be a good narrator.

I started this podcast hoping to hear tales of drugs, money, & adventure. I ended the podcast crying and thinking about family, love, and what it means to be a loving, honorable, & happy man caught in the crosshairs of the cartel & global governments. Lex, you have a legendary podcast that will outlive your lifetime. This is the future of journalism and, I pray that you never change.

@AfricaGeo

2 жыл бұрын

Best comment so far ….

@paytonj2620

2 жыл бұрын

@@AfricaGeo Thanks 😊

@stephenpalenicek8805

2 жыл бұрын

Me to

@xXKillerCamoXx

2 жыл бұрын

he wasnt caught in the crosshairs he walked into the crossfire, when u wanna make money fast like that you gotta know the pros and cons.

@paytonj2620

2 жыл бұрын

@@xXKillerCamoXx lol this is true.

this old man is so jolly i love it!

@kowalski8

Жыл бұрын

Stoned you are ?

@whatcher8151

Жыл бұрын

YES, BEAUTIFUL SOUL, EVEN WITH JUSTIFICATIONS OF WRONG DOINGS, BUT HE DOES SEE CLEARLY. GOD HAS AN ETERNITY FOR HIM IF HE ACCEPTS AND FOLLOWS.

@jaybee9269

Жыл бұрын

Jolly little psycho, not thinking of the damage those smuggled drugs cause.

I am a science nerd and I recently happened on Lex's channel. I have watched many of his videos. This is the first time I watched the whole video in one sitting. I dont know anything about drugs, but this was so entertaining. He is a great story-teller. THANK YOU, Lex.

@johnnyfire3860

Жыл бұрын

It is a great thing you know nothing about drugs. It really is. I’ve lost everything I ever loved because of them. But it makes me happy to know there are people out there that will never know the pain these things cause. I wish you nothing but the best.

@petrabridgemohan7006

9 ай бұрын

White folks speak with forked as native indians found..still so now Any drug smuggler js a criminal so do not try whitewash the white criminal

@enriquecardona1819

2 ай бұрын

You say that you have lost everything because of drugs but you or the family that did drugs dint take any responsibility for your or their actions. If someone gives me a gun does that mean that I’m going to use it? No it does? If someone leaves a car running with the key in to does that mean that I’m going to steal it? No it doesn’t. If a blind person drops money on the floor does that mean that I take it and run or do I say excuse me sir you dropped your money.😊

Lex: 'And how was this guy that tortured you almost to death?' Roger: 'Now he was a real gentleman.'

@ernestorountri3034

2 жыл бұрын

exactly!

@ernestorountri3034

2 жыл бұрын

@@bccsivxx-xxivvii lmao

@ianpollard4501

2 жыл бұрын

Nice😂

@omarei

2 жыл бұрын

hahhaaha epic dude, what a crazy life

@anthonysimmons1372

2 жыл бұрын

lmfao

I was in jail with Roger. Perth Western Australia Nicest guy you could ever meet. He has the best stories

@jjdd7763

2 жыл бұрын

Around what year buddy?

@boyerindustries

2 жыл бұрын

Lucky to have such quality entertainment in a seemingly otherwise unfortunate setting lol

@excidium2856

2 жыл бұрын

Did u used to ride bmx back in the day? Dirt jumps? I remember ur name from mates round 99 early 2000s

@edratliff

2 жыл бұрын

Were you a gentleman?

@TroyChadwell

2 жыл бұрын

I was in prison with Jason Rapoff in Perth Western Australia. Total doosh

I have been a journalist and a documentarist for 30 years, as well as a mathematician. I cannot praise you highly enough. Thank you for being Lex Fridman.

This man is a kind soul.

@rolandocedillo5685

16 күн бұрын

He poisoned millikns of people with cocaine. Helping to destroy families and communities. But yes so kind 😂😂

I'm pretty sure this is " the most interesting man in the world" from all the dos Equis commercials.

@rolandocedillo5685

16 күн бұрын

Lmao that is him 😂

This man has such a pleasant voice to listen too. I could listen all day.

@KYTHERAOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

As a non native English speaker I find him really hard to understand

@nodnoc

2 жыл бұрын

@@KYTHERAOfficial he does have a strong Southern accent

@KYTHERAOfficial

2 жыл бұрын

@@nodnoc Made it through anyway, I think I got most of it right in context. Very interesting. Lex is the podcast god right now. Unbelievably enriching stuff. I love him

@Porkins

2 жыл бұрын

"Gentleman" Thank you sir, may I have another?

@hootiehootheblowphish4109

2 жыл бұрын

@@KYTHERAOfficial I'm from South Carolina so I understood every word he said LOL

His book smuggler is available as an audio book and he is the narrator it's 25hrs in length.

@nickandersonco

Жыл бұрын

Oh hell yeah 👍

@LisaMaeSV650S

Жыл бұрын

I have audible and listened to it. Couldn't pit it down. Glad he narrated his own book. It was well worth the listen

@vintagecapgunsatyourmomshouse

Жыл бұрын

Sold.

@rdzt233

Жыл бұрын

Darn that poem that his daughter wrote, 😢

@smokeylebear1062

Жыл бұрын

@@rdzt233 which one ?

Lex: what was it like meeting Pablo Escobar? Roger: boy ah tell you hu-what

@DannySullivanMusic

2 жыл бұрын

accurate 100%

@KingcoleIIV

2 жыл бұрын

People don't want to believe that bad people are charismatic and charming people sometimes. Yet they are. Edit I am referring to Escobar

@jameswilson2268

2 жыл бұрын

@@KingcoleIIV *ted bundy has entered the chat*

@Astares9

2 жыл бұрын

@@KingcoleIIV calling this guy bad is subjective.. you sit from some fantastical high horse, a false authority behind your words.

@furbs9999

2 жыл бұрын

Tom Segura?

This podcast should be nominated for an award at the very least. Roger is a truly fascinating person who was a pawn and the true power players, per usual, didn't pay the price they should have, including several POTUS.

@mystijkissler8183

2 жыл бұрын

Why do "they" let the power players corruptions go free? Why do they lose their empathy for power? Roger says he has seen real evil in men. Greed doesn't make you evil. It makes you neglectful, impulsive, and lose ethically in areas; lose yourself unless grounded in moral righteousness.

@jasminejones9937

2 жыл бұрын

There are no "innocent" people on this planet The Rogers of this world just see thru the corruption and hypocrisy and take their chances against all odds and..at a price ! Rodger has balls and a great spirit I, for one, respect him

@mbolduc

2 жыл бұрын

Neither did Roger.

@briandenny5820

2 жыл бұрын

It’s just a shame so few saw that it’s a business that almost always ends badly. So few actually walked away with a load of cash. Happened to the very best of them!

@mbolduc

2 жыл бұрын

@@briandenny5820 They should all be dead.

This might be one of the best and most real, badass and heartwarming podcasts at the same time that i’ve ever listened to. So i’ll listen it again in a day or two!

This lady is epitome of ride or die. Amazing woman 🙌🏾❤️

Proof that being a criminal doesn’t make you a bad man. This man has values, standards, and truly believes the value of his word. Thank you for telling your story

@Saucey65

2 жыл бұрын

Right? Delivering death.... oops I mean cocaine and doing it for money isn't bad at all right? Undeniable proof! I'm with you, he's a good guy great observation!

@deleted01

2 жыл бұрын

@@Saucey65 Dying from cocaine is better than dying in prison for possessing cocaine.

@Saucey65

2 жыл бұрын

@@deleted01 which wouldn't happen unless you really fucked up. Possession isn't a life sentence. In the case of Roger reaves it was a year for his friend when he got caught trafficking. But wait how did we get off the topic of how drug dealers are good guys? 😂

@boburwell9921

2 жыл бұрын

Read his book.

@deshraj669

2 жыл бұрын

@@Saucey65 still has more morals than CIA.

This was one of the best interviews I've ever seen. I can see how this man survived that world. He's gentle, but not weak.

This has to be one of the best, if not The Best Podcast, I’ve ever listened to! So happy to see Roger back with his family! And to hear if he had the chance to do it again, he wouldn’t have done anything that kept him away from his family. What a good man! And what an even better woman! Incredible story!… And despite his absence, it appears his children even turned out to be amazing citizens. What a poem! Just shows you how important a man is and should be, to his family! Thank you for sharing all that Roger and Marnie ❤

This is one of the most badass and interesting stories ive ever heard. So glad you had this man on to tell his story, this man has witnessed so much history.

One of the most pure podcasts I've ever watched. Incredible.

@deshraj669

2 жыл бұрын

@J W and he faced the consequences of his actions.

@matthewp5472

2 жыл бұрын

@J W only because of a bogus war on drugs

@VantageWelding

2 жыл бұрын

True gem of a podcast. If not the best out there on the internet.

@ericwiese7479

2 жыл бұрын

Right! This was so entertaining

Lex, the interview of Roger was an in depth autopsy of an incredibly unforgettable character. If it wasn't true it would be laughable. He is one complex human. Thanx for giving us the opportunity to peak into his life. Great great work.

@BobbyGeneric145

2 жыл бұрын

He's definitely an amazing man. Such impeccable code of morals and ethics too!

Roger Reeves is one of the most kind and interesting men that i have ever had the honor to meet and conversate with, the definition of a honest all around good person and a real stand up man . the type of person that can restore your faith in humanity , and last but not least a true gentleman .

Roger's voice is very charismatic and easy to listen to....great episode!

This is probably the best interview that I have ever listened to...and I have listened to a lot of them. This is absolutely fascinating. This dude is legendary.

@speedmetall

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. And thought the same thing watching it. And I've also seen a lot of interviews for the past 3 years.

@vickielawson3114

Жыл бұрын

Then you should say it’s the best interview you’ve ever heard, not the best you have “listened to”. I’m pedantic, so I have to nitpick your grammar.

@harleyhall4485

Жыл бұрын

Legendary A-hole. He was one of the leading players for our drug crisis back then. He really doesn’t seem remorseful about it. Even when he was first arrested he just doubled down. Nothing against you, but a man should be remembered for his actions

I've got tears in my eyes after listening to that beautiful poem. I see the genuine kindness and love in all three of you, thank you so much for this interview.

@gabriellejudd1

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful..Heart touching..

Lex I just stumbled upon your channel and truly love your interview with Roger and his lovely wife. Some interviewers make the interview about themselves but you displayed Roger as the centerpiece he deserved. Thank You!

This is a real hard ass man he didn’t even snitch he went down when so many “hard” cartel guys sang like a bird

@Pizza-gb1ch

7 ай бұрын

He didn't snitch because he is NOT hard. He was afraid for himself and for his family. And he knew what happened to his friend.

@DustinHasVideos

6 ай бұрын

Unsure if hard or smart. He had love and a desire to live. He was put away, but he still has both when the people who snitched met bad endings

This guy tells more truth than some will want to admit. What an amazing story.

@eyeson6113

Жыл бұрын

Dude, you were flying in poison that killed kids. WTF is wrong with you?

@LisaMaeSV650S

Жыл бұрын

I bought the book "Smuggler" on Audible after watching this pod cast. What a story teller! He reads his own book he wrote while spending years in prison. HIGHLY recommended

@timklein8413

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, the Clinton connection was cemented by his comment on the Arkansas safe haven.

@evra0501

Жыл бұрын

He is more honest than most politicians

@slabbusterrtr7690

8 ай бұрын

The Clinton's was in the drug smuggling business 100%

One of these streaming services needs to option his life story and make a series while he is still around to consult.

@hootiehootheblowphish4109

2 жыл бұрын

His voice would be great to narrate it himself

@Daswassuphomie

2 жыл бұрын

Nope they much would rather keep the propaganda on their platform. Like narcos and everything else on netflix

@N.Greeney

2 жыл бұрын

@Rik Michael So you want to cover up the actual history with lies because you don't like the fact that the government and elites have gotten away with this?

@dallasbagley

2 жыл бұрын

Like Narcos more or less?

@jamieg2427

2 жыл бұрын

drunk history

i remmember him from oz,in prison,several yrs back ,top bloke ,glad 2 see you free man,prop's & peace

@openeverydoor

Ай бұрын

😂 man I hope he got your message!

35 years and she stayed. Most can't make it 35 days anymore.

@hedgedrisk6487

Жыл бұрын

There was A LOT of money involved and if you really think he gave all of it up….well I don’t know what to say to you. But don’t think any of that had to do with love

@jessastephenson3260

Жыл бұрын

The wife was taken care of, finances and travel 😉

@bigpotato7804

Жыл бұрын

Love will never exist the same way it has in the past

@hedgedrisk6487

Жыл бұрын

@@bigpotato7804 good point

@scottbowron784

Жыл бұрын

What a true WIFE, and one AMAZING WOMAN X

Now THIS is the stuff, Lex. Get the elders on before they’re gone. 🤙✌️🙏

@snap0179

2 жыл бұрын

Well said. Great point.

@darrylaldrow7274

2 жыл бұрын

You don't blolivwe eiervivib of f to be its self,,!!,

@Michellee970

2 жыл бұрын

@@darrylaldrow7274 Were you drunk commenting?

@mattcurtis3019

2 жыл бұрын

@@snap0179 I couldn't agree more 🇬🇧

@djr113

2 жыл бұрын

Wisdom is being lost at a rapid rate

I am sure Roger understands that I will read a pirated copy of his book. It’s my little contribution.

@gasa6272

2 жыл бұрын

That's the spirit! Lol

@CaliforniaCarpenter7

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, I hate to say it but I Google every book I’m looking for with the word “PDF” after the title and I rarely miss. 😂 I personally believe that authors should all have a donation link on their website so that I can financially support the authors that change my viewpoint or understanding.

@Gallowglass7

2 жыл бұрын

LOL

@paulochikwekwe7862

2 жыл бұрын

Hahahah

@rm9308

2 жыл бұрын

@@CaliforniaCarpenter7 Exactly. Paying up front when you don't know if it's a good book is a problem the publishing industry doesn't want to fix. Offering the majority for free as a sample and having an easy donation link is the best way to combat piracy.

You recognition of an honest and good hearted man is spot on.

Lex just leveled up again

@daheikkinen

2 жыл бұрын

He’s a lvl 48 Podcaster

@Moonmonkian

2 жыл бұрын

Ding.

@chuchaftw

2 жыл бұрын

Stonks

I'm only an hour into this... absolutely incredible story. This man didn't just live a life... he lived one hell of a journey. I'm really excited to finish the rest of it.

I found my new most favorite podcaster ,that is you Alex Friedman, I found this podcast with Roger Reeves to be one of the best podcasts I've ever seen, so much so that I have sent it out to all of my 6 children with the direction to not be afraid of the time it takes to get through it because it is so worth it ,especially at the end, thank you thank you thank you 🤗

Wow, quite the story. Lex, I believe that is the best interview that I have ever experienced in my life.........you truly excel, and yet you ask the hard questions. I also think that we can all appreciate everything that Roger stated in this interview as being truthful and honest. He doesn't sugar-coat anything.........very matter-of-fact. WELL DONE-EVERYONE.

Look at him when his wife starts talking. Beautiful to see the love.

@frederickdoyon

2 жыл бұрын

Incredible isn't it!?

This man is incredible. He's crazy, he's wild, he's a "criminal", he's complex, he's determined, he's a phenomenally unique blend of the mostly the best with a pinch of the worst of humanity. Yet somehow, he comes off as the most likeable person I may have ever seen interviewed. I wish he was everyone's grandpa

@HatedNelevated

2 жыл бұрын

Ikr definitely got those cool Grandpa Vibes from him

@bojaiden5175

2 жыл бұрын

He's a thief, a man without a conscience... he's evil with a smile.

@garlandremingtoniii1338

2 жыл бұрын

You wish he was everyone’s Grandpa? You, are nuts!! My grandfather was an excellent, loving Christian Grandfather, that always thought of others 1st, himself 2nd.

@rsmetz88

2 жыл бұрын

@@garlandremingtoniii1338 Everyone has skeletons.

@renegademaster32

2 жыл бұрын

@@bojaiden5175 he done us all a favour bringing over our coke for us to sniff if it wasn't him it was the next man

This guys audio book is like listening to an old man telling his lifestory around a campfire in the summer.. This guy is very truthful and the definition of a true 1% outlaw

Wow! I would've never have guessed when I clicked on this what an amazing touching story it would be. His daughter's letter at the end had me tearing up.

His wife is a real one❤️👍🏾Won’t find many like her nowadays

@Mmmmkaaay

2 жыл бұрын

Oh she enjoyed that money while he rotted in prison. Make no mistake.

@FirstLast-oz6rs

2 жыл бұрын

@@Mmmmkaaay She still kept the family together, wrote to him, and was there after all those years. No amount of money would make a woman put up with that. She could have easily taken the money and left him to start a new life but she waited for him. She is a Queen

@Izzabenito

2 жыл бұрын

She was Dutch. Much different than an American Woman.

@Mmmmkaaay

2 жыл бұрын

@@FirstLast-oz6rs Ah yes. Now if only American men could run drugs for millions of dollars and keep us in a lifestyle suitable for the queens that we are. 🙄

@SnowWhite-dr6xh

2 жыл бұрын

Yeh they don't make hoes the way they used to.

A Southern Gentleman telling stories about running drugs and making million dollar deals. Love this episode

AMAZING interview. So glad I came across your channel. ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! i really hope some network or producer does his life story. IT NEEDS TO BE TOLD!

This is out there as one of your best podcasts. Lex, this was better than watching a movie about it. Roger is the greatest story teller I've ever listened to. Thank you for being the kind of listener and podcaster that can bring out the best in others. I'm blown away. Thank you so much.

My late husband's Uncle. Seeing him on here makes me so star struck because of Lex. This is awesome Roger 😘

@NotOnDrugs

Жыл бұрын

I wish he was my uncle lol

I have attempted to meditate many times in my life and prior to this CD the only success I've experienced is with live guided meditation. kzread.infoUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq This is the first CD I've used that cuts through my unmedicated ADHD and enables me to truly relax and experience a quiet and energizing interval. The instructors voice is very soothing and pleasant to listen to. I am easily able to sit successfully through the entire CD, and for quite some time after. I cannot adequately express how tremendously helpful this CD has been on my spiritual journey!! Two thumbs up and 10 stars!

This was a good interview. Roger really tells a tale . He was spot on in terms of the drug war and the fallacy we call our judicial system.

@williammorris3303

2 жыл бұрын

How I am only the 15th like is a good representation of how brainwashed america is

@jerryanstey7058

2 жыл бұрын

You are 100% correct !

@ybzo_go

Жыл бұрын

So your telling me that 🖤🖤 America not 😭😭 for nothing in America 😑😑

@joshbell882

Жыл бұрын

@@ybzo_go the fuck does that even mean ?

Much admiration Lex! I appreciate as a life minded individual, your heartfelt introduction and preface for your interview. BRAVO!

As you said, this is one of the best interviews you've ever done, this is great.

This is one of those home run interviews that knocks it out of the park

@enricopallazzo3244

2 жыл бұрын

You’re one of those redundant guys who is also redundant.

@keeponrollin7922

2 жыл бұрын

Grand slam

“I like to make phone calls the same way” 😂😂

this is one of the best interviews ive ever listened to this man has such a bright soul

I hardly comment on KZread videos, excellent interview thanks for the storires Rodger! This guys a true legend

The people need Martin Scorsese to make a movie about this man…

@lprophit

2 жыл бұрын

beat them to it with that barry seal movie

@hootiehootheblowphish4109

2 жыл бұрын

Narrated by the man himself

@jasonvoss1984

2 жыл бұрын

Michael Mann (the director) would be great on the team too. He directed the crime/action/thrillers "Heat", "Collateral" & "Miami Vice". He likes to get the story more authentic by involving real players (ex con, special forces, etc) in the production of the movies.

@ahsanmohammed1

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@Cutlass_Rudd

2 жыл бұрын

Scorsese is past his prime, let someone else have it

Clicked on this at random, and have to say, this is one of the most interesting podcasts I have ever heard. I absolutley loved it. One can only hope this man's spirit is contagious. Thank you kindly.

@skip777

2 жыл бұрын

Like a District Attorney doing the questioning....... ....all this admitting to past crimes with a ...." Cant be arrested Attitude".... You play chess?......this guy is the one that got caught first....he secretly rolls over on his employee.. Knowing his employee is working with dirty CIA.....(What an ace in the hole !) He told the guy last time he saw him ....Cartel is going to kill you " DEA plays the employee....sacrifices the employee..keeps this guy as their main player.. Cartel thinks this guy is a hero for not snitching and keeps him in their confidence...... he pretends to bug out to look rightous... and keeps providing deep info on Cartel To DEA until DEA gets to the very top of the food chain.....then he retires with a hidden funds..... Everyone is happy with him evan the Cartel.... DEA wanted the dirty CIA agents and the Cartel bosses......they got them all with this guys help...... CIA guys are dead......bosses dead or in jail.....and this guy has no fear.....the no fear is the tell... He really needs to stop talking.......the amount of coke he brought into America killed thousands of Americans..Wrecked millions of lives......and he laughs as if it was an adventurous rodeo........ ...he only trafficked in weed a short time....he mostly carried coke.....Hes got more blood on his hands than ISIS..

Great Interview !! Roger is a great story teller, funny, never broke smugglers code. I am half way thru the interview and I can’t wait to finish it

This is one of most beautiful embodiments of what the "human spirit" actually is. To KNOWthere is always light, even in the deepest abyss. Love binds everything we mortals hold dear. We could learn a lot from Roger, his charming wife, and Lex too. Love never dies, but it must be kindled to ensure its survival. I learned so much about life in this podcast. And about myself - to never stop growing seeking, and being a person of principle. Thank you for sharing this with the world Lex. You and your guests never disappoint.

First time listening to an entire 2hr podcast because I simply couldn't stop. Roger is a fascenating man with impecable memory for details that make him an incredible story teller. Such a great episode!

@skip777

2 жыл бұрын

Like a District Attorney doing the questioning....... ....all this admitting to past crimes with a ...." Cant be arrested Attitude".... You play chess?......this guy is the one that got caught first....he secretly rolls over on his employee.. Knowing his employee is working with dirty CIA.....(What an ace in the hole !) He told the guy last time he saw him ....Cartel is going to kill you " DEA plays the employee....sacrifices the employee..keeps this guy as their main player.. Cartel thinks this guy is a hero for not snitching and keeps him in their confidence...... he pretends to bug out to look rightous... and keeps providing deep info on Cartel To DEA until DEA gets to the very top of the food chain.....then he retires with a hidden funds..... Everyone is happy with him evan the Cartel.... DEA wanted the dirty CIA agents and the Cartel bosses......they got them all with this guys help...... CIA guys are dead......bosses dead or in jail.....and this guy has no fear.....the no fear is the tell... He really needs to stop talking.......the amount of coke he brought into America killed thousands of Americans..Wrecked millions of lives......and he laughs as if it was an adventurous rodeo........ ...he only trafficked in weed a short time....he mostly carried coke.....Hes got more blood on his hands than ISIS..

@ianadams7135

2 жыл бұрын

@@skip777 cry about it

This is one, if not my favorite podcasts i ever listened to, this man and the life he lived is a piece of walking history. Hopefully Netflix gets in contact with him, his life and adventures need to be told, what a legend!

@briandenny5820

2 жыл бұрын

Hollywood won’t make a movie of Mr.Reeves he has to much truth and his story won’t match up with another couple movies that have been out a long time because of that truth.

@xcofcd

Жыл бұрын

Netflix could just call it Narcos America and show the American Smugglers and the drug distribution in the states...

@chrisdavid3144

Жыл бұрын

Best podcast,ever heard,great preface the interviewer,started with.

awesome interview I loved every second of it, he seems like a genuine good hearted man God keep him and his family safe

Discovered you a week ago with the Paul Rosalie episode, and now im hooked. I am so happy I found you. The episodes are so interesting, and dont have the usual silly fluff other podcast do. So good

His daughter’s poem was so touching, I cried….again. Gotta remember to pick up a box of tissues for future episodes. Mercy. These just keep getting better and better!

Lex has touched on his admiration for Rogans ability to interview, when to let a person marinate a thought, when to guide them, when to prod or expand, most importantly when to SHUT UP. Far too many interviews die because the interviewer gets too wrapped up in the idea it’s about them. This guys story is probably a top 5 most fascinating stories i’ve ever heard in my life. Lex handled this interview masterfully, i loved it.

@deslars1956

2 жыл бұрын

100% agree....who are the other 4? Thanks

@professorzoom7800

2 жыл бұрын

@@deslars1956 the other 5 most fascinating stores you mean?

@deslars1956

2 жыл бұрын

@@professorzoom7800 yes please :)

@professorzoom7800

2 жыл бұрын

@@deslars1956 i’ll have to look some of them i don’t remember their names. one of my favorites that i do like is this endurance athlete body builder guy. he’s JACKED but swam around ALL of great britain 😂

First time got sucked up in podcast story from first second of it to the last! First time on Lex's channel - what a discovery! Host is a maestral in building a story with a right questions in right moments - I've enjoyed in every second.

I once commented on a podcast. It was yours. I wrote, "does it get any better than this.". It does. This was truly a great conversation.

That poem got me. What a lucky man to have that kind of love from wife and daughter.

Brilliant fucking intro. Lex is getting exponentially better at these. How great will this podcast be in several years, should it continue

@ahlbrand92

2 жыл бұрын

Give me a break Jose.... this man did his time, lived a crazy life, and has a cool story to tell... always has to be someone somewhere that finds a problem where there isn't one.

@milesteg8627

2 жыл бұрын

@@userumbleandgettr4freespee501 No - drugs being illicit gave that extra value to Central American producers. You're just carrying weight for DEA, FBI and cops all over America violating the 5th Amendment to disenfranchise PoC. People like YOU - defending monstrous bureaucracies which build a prison state - you are the real assholes. Not people altering their consciousness.

@christophsteck531

2 жыл бұрын

@@milesteg8627 nothing wrong with altering ones consciousness but you left out the addictive part, people that know it is rational to quit but there brains dont let them it is not like it is just a hard choice. Also drugs dont get designed for the most consciousness altering substances that will help you gain insight in life they will brew together poison you will never get off again until you are dead. Maybe it is possible to create a legalized drug industry were a lot of this could change but the current one is people selling addictive poison and designing their substances exactly for that purpose. It is basically impossible to decriminalize smth that is that addictive and it will get only worse the human body isnt a moving target sience gets an ever increasing power over it. Allowing the design and selling of products that try to get the effect but cut down the harm, addictiveness might be a way. People today are weak they cant even stop eating when it clearly harms them a lot sure who is the one that is allowed to force them to stop the answer should be somewhere along the line when their rational self chooses x there should be outer mechanisms that help them to enforce it when their lower instincts kick in - Brain computer interface introduces itself lol. Idk what the solution is but I coul very well imagine a whole society getting destroyed by cheap, ever available drugs, wouldnt be the first time.

@JS-sv3bq

2 жыл бұрын

Also getting his children involved... bringing them to meet these people. It was pretty clear from early on that these people were murderous... plenty of evidence

@evciachic

2 жыл бұрын

@@userumbleandgettr4freespee501 his wife is as sweet as he is. With family that clearly love him. No doubt he’s a badass. you can call him bad all you want. Or talk about being a libertarian that believes in freedom, which means nothing when you hold him responsible as an enabler. By libertarian, I think you mean cnn liberal.

I love Roger he is so Genuine, a kind soul. Roger is the best!

His daughter's poem really tugged on my heartstrings... beautiful💖

20:58 OMG. I'm from Xalapa ,Veracruz. The first time he was smuggling he was were I live. Never thought to hear about Xalapa in Lex's podcast!!

@jeromegarcia5396

2 жыл бұрын

Feel the same about Moreno valley and terminal island he talks about...

This guys memory is astounding… and Lex asks all the right questions… excellent episode!

@MegaWarell

2 жыл бұрын

He has written a book so he has gone through the memoriet thoroughly.

@harryolsen603

2 жыл бұрын

I think he is a psycopath.

@arribaficationwineho32

2 жыл бұрын

@@harryolsen603 I do not agree

@HatedNelevated

2 жыл бұрын

@@harryolsen603 based on what?

@amgbihhh2472

2 жыл бұрын

@@harryolsen603 ummmm please explain?

I am buying that book the Smuggler! Really enjoyed Roger and his wife, they are both amazing individuals in their own right. Wish you both Gods speed and a very happy journey going foward.

Just came across Lex’s page. Phenomenal interviewer and even more phenomenal guest. Excellent podcast

"I like to make phone calls the same way..." Epic quote

@the1kezia

2 жыл бұрын

@@spectator5144 @5:55

Wow. Roger’s wife is just amazing. What a catch she is.

Best podcast out there, it has everything, excitement, struggle and love

Roger has incredible mental strength and what an amazing couple.

Imagine bumping into this guy in a bar and just hearing some of these stories, you wouldn't believe it lol

@unclemonster48

2 жыл бұрын

I would be thinking about the late great tim Wilson’s uncle B.S.

@unclemonster48

Жыл бұрын

@KikuyuandLuya southern comedian from ga

@thatdude4933

Жыл бұрын

Cool stories but in reality he just a glorified fly on the wall doing what he was told. Kinda found this podcast boring to be honest

I've seen many of Lex's podcasts and really wasn't expecting one about drug smuggling to become my favorite so far. Roger's story telling ability really is captivating and this podcast was one of the best unexpected surprises in a long time. It's hard not to get a little teary eyed toward the end. You can really see Lex's interviewing ability improve and grow.

@randomvoid2823

2 жыл бұрын

I don't see any real reason for this interview other than hype. What's so fascinating about romanticizing drug trade? Lex simply manipulates your perception of his persona by hook you. How primitive.

@smokiedeath

2 жыл бұрын

@@randomvoid2823 the reason is to try and educate people like yourself that think this is romanticising the drug trade when it is actually a more accurate telling of the story. The reason these conversations are important is to show how much damage the war on drugs has and continues to cause. The only manipulation you should focus on has you believing racist war mongers like Richard Nixon and Harry Anslinger. How primitive.

Lex Fridman, that was an excellent interview. Thank you very much for sharing this.

Powerful interview, so much he's been thru so many times he perceived. He's a strong sole. Nothing but respect