EPISODE · Dec 21, 2023 · 1H 38M
I Was a California Prison Guard — This Is How Gangs Really Operate | Hector Bravo
from Locked In with Ian Bick · host Ian Bick
Hector Bravo spent over sixteen years as a Correctional Lieutenant and Tactical Commander within the California State prison system. Hector is not only an authority in his field but also a combat veteran and a distinguished best-selling author. In this unfiltered and emotionally charged interview, Hector provides an unvarnished account of his experiences in the Iraq war and the gripping realities of working alongside violent convicted felons. Follow Ian Bick on Instagram: @ian_bick & Snapchat: ianbick Connect with Hector Bravo: IG: https://www.instagram.com/hector__bravo?utm_source=qr YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thatprisonguard?si=T6mXCEi19kLXKC2b Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:03 - Hustling 00:05:56 - Growing up in Brawley, California 00:09:00 - Overcoming Fear and Insecurity 00:15:00 - Detainees and MakeShift Jails 00:18:09 - Cultural Differences in Afghanistan 00:21:01 - Loss of a friend 00:24:21 - Carrying the Burden of Survivor's Guilt 00:31:24 - Dark Times 00:34:37 - Struggling with Triggers in the Middle East 00:37:58 - Unexpected Situation in County Jail 00:41:02 - Fought for Freedom, but Freedom Taken Away 00:44:05 - Lowering of Standards in Law Enforcement 00:47:03 - Benefits and Preparation in the Military 00:50:05 - A Day in the Life of a Prison Guard 00:53:15 - Thriving in Chaos 00:56:31 - Transportation and Contraband in Prison 01:02:26 - Confrontation with Inmates 01:05:11 - Tensions in the Prison 01:11:24 - Heartbreaking Notifications 01:14:28 - Rules and Structure in Prison 01:17:33 - Strange Prison Rules and Phone Conversations 01:20:39 - Gang Activity and Surveillance 01:23:45 - The Thrill of Chasing the Biggest and Baddest 01:26:56 - Life after Resignation 01:30:06 - Life Lessons and Helping Others 01:33:11 - Pursuing a Career on Social Media Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Connect with Ian Bick: https://www.ianbick.com Powered by Creative Evolution Studios https://creativeevolutionstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Hector Bravo spent over sixteen years as a Correctional Lieutenant and Tactical Commander within the California State prison system. Hector is not only an authority in his field but also a combat veteran and a distinguished best-selling author. In this unfiltered and emotionally charged interview, Hector provides an unvarnished account of his experiences in the Iraq war and the gripping realities of working alongside violent convicted felons. Follow Ian Bick on Instagram: @ian_bick & Snapchat: ianbick Connect with Hector Bravo: IG: https://www.instagram.com/hector__bravo?utm_source=qr YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thatprisonguard?si=T6mXCEi19kLXKC2b Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:03 - Hustling 00:05:56 - Growing up in Brawley, California 00:09:00 - Overcoming Fear and Insecurity 00:15:00 - Detainees and MakeShift Jails 00:18:09 - Cultural Differences in Afghanistan 00:21:01 - Loss of a friend 00:24:21 - Carrying the Burden of Survivor's Guilt 00:31:24 - Dark Times 00:34:37 - Struggling with Triggers in the Middle East 00:37:58 - Unexpected Situation in County Jail 00:41:02 - Fought for Freedom, but Freedom Taken Away 00:44:05 - Lowering of Standards in Law Enforcement 00:47:03 - Benefits and Preparation in the Military 00:50:05 - A Day in the Life of a Prison Guard 00:53:15 - Thriving in Chaos 00:56:31 - Transportation and Contraband in Prison 01:02:26 - Confrontation with Inmates 01:05:11 - Tensions in the Prison 01:11:24 - Heartbreaking Notifications 01:14:28 - Rules and Structure in Prison 01:17:33 - Strange Prison Rules and Phone Conversations 01:20:39 - Gang Activity and Surveillance 01:23:45 - The Thrill of Chasing the Biggest and Baddest 01:26:56 - Life after Resignation 01:30:06 - Life Lessons and Helping Others 01:33:11 - Pursuing a Career on Social Media Buy Merch: https://lockedinbrand.com Use code lockedin at checkout to get 20% off your order Connect with Ian Bick: https://www.ianbick.com Powered by Creative Evolution Studios https://creativeevolutionstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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