CP #026: He Prepared for Prison Before He Ever Got Arrested… Now He Owns a Cannabis Empire | Crime Pays

CP #026: He Prepared for Prison Before He Ever Got Arrested… Now He Owns a Cannabis Empire | Crime Pays

Most people fear prison. Westside Ken prepared for it. Before serving 11 years in federal prison, Westside Ken made a decision that would change everything—he mentally prepared himself for the worst. That mindset didn't just help him survive incarceration. It helped him come home, rebuild his life, and become a leader in one of North America's largest cannabis companies. In this powerful episode of Crime Pays, Ash Cash and Jason White sit down with Westside Ken to unpack the choices that led him to prison, the discipline that carried him through 11 years behind bars, and the mindset that transformed his pain into purpose. Westside shares why he never sees himself as a victim, how he trained his mind before entering prison, why celebrating too early can cost you everything, and why true wealth has nothing to do with designer labels—it has everything to do with peace, health, freedom, and legacy. If you've ever wondered whether your past can become your greatest advantage, this conversation proves it can. 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What was the biggest lesson you learned from Westside Ken's story? 👇 Join Crime Pays Academy https://www.skool.com/crimepaysacademy [https://www.skool.com/crimepaysacademy] FOLLOW CRIME PAYS 📸 @crimepaystv FOLLOW THE HOSTS Ash Cash 📸 @iamashcash Jason White 📸 @iamjasonwhite FOLLOW THIS WEEK'S GUEST Westside Ken 📸 @westsideken_ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:51 Meet Westside Ken 04:33 Growing Up on Atlanta's West Side 08:41 Basketball, Hustling & Early Decisions 12:06 The Choice That Changed His Life Forever 15:48 Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison 19:12 How He Prepared Himself for Prison 23:09 The Mental Discipline That Saved Him 27:02 Losing Loved Ones While Locked Up 31:18 Why He Refuses to Have a Victim Mentality 35:04 Coming Home With a Different Purpose 39:01 "Stop Getting Excited... The Game Isn't Over" 42:56 Luxury Isn't Money—It's Freedom 46:39 Your Greatest Investment Is Your Health 50:43 Building One of America's Largest Cannabis Companies 54:36 Creating Opportunities for Returning Citizens 58:11 Legacy, Leadership & Final Gems

CP #025: She Survived Abuse, Prison & a Near-Death Life… Now She’s Running for State Senate | Crime Pays

What happens when a little girl grows up surviving abuse, domestic violence, homelessness, heartbreak, and federal prison... and refuses to stay a victim? In this powerful episode of Crime Pays, Ash Cash and Jay White sit down with Inga Nicole Goodwin—entrepreneur, author, real estate investor, domestic violence advocate, and future Virginia State Senate candidate. Inga shares the raw truth about growing up in an abusive household, becoming a teen mother, surviving years of domestic violence, navigating federal prison, and rebuilding her life from the ground up. What should have destroyed her became the fuel that transformed her into a business powerhouse helping entrepreneurs secure funding, build wealth, and create financial freedom. This isn't just a prison story. It's a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and refusing to let your past define your future. If you've ever felt like life knocked you down too many times to get back up, this episode is for you. 👇 TAP IN BELOW 👇 SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Inga Nicole Goodwin will be guest speaking at Jay White's Federal Contracts Workshop in Portsmouth, VA on June 18, 2026 at Kashmir Karaoke from 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM. ⚠️ Registration is nearly full and may close soon. IN THIS EPISODE: ✔️ Growing up in a violent household ✔️ Becoming a teen mother at 15 ✔️ The trauma that shaped her relationships ✔️ Surviving years of domestic violence ✔️ The federal case that changed everything ✔️ Life inside federal prison ✔️ Turning prison into a business education ✔️ Building multiple businesses after release ✔️ Helping survivors create financial independence ✔️ Why she's running for Virginia State Senate CHAPTERS 00:00 – Introduction: Meet Inga Nicole Goodwin 03:02 – Growing Up in Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania 06:50 – Daily Abuse Inside the Household 11:38 – Pregnant at 15 & Forced to Grow Up Fast 18:10 – Becoming a Teen Mom & Leaving Home 24:45 – Chasing Success to Get Her Son Back 31:08 – The Trauma Nobody Knew About 37:15 – Her First Abusive Relationship 45:52 – How Domestic Violence Changes Your Mindset 54:20 – The Moment She Realized She Needed To Leave 1:03:41 – Starting Over & Rebuilding Her Confidence 1:11:32 – Becoming a Millionaire Before 30 1:19:06 – Why Every Relationship Ended The Same Way 1:27:50 – The Financial Decision That Led To Federal Prison 1:36:18 – When The Feds Started Watching 1:45:22 – Facing Federal Charges 1:53:48 – Prison As A Forced Sabbatical 2:01:34 – Learning Business Behind Bars 2:08:50 – Coming Home & Rebuilding From Scratch 2:15:42 – Creating Multiple Businesses After Prison 2:22:15 – Helping Domestic Violence Survivors Build Wealth 2:29:10 – Why Financial Independence Is Protection 2:35:55 – Running For Virginia State Senate 2:42:28 – Final Gems & Closing Thoughts

CP #024 The NFL Couldn't Save Me From The Federal Penitentiary | Crime Pays

What happens when the dream you've chased your entire life comes true… and then disappears? In this powerful episode of Crime Pays, former NFL and CFL defensive back Cord Parks shares his incredible journey from making it to professional football to facing a federal indictment, prison time, and ultimately rebuilding his life with a renewed sense of purpose. Cord opens up about the sacrifices his family made to help him reach the NFL, the identity crisis many athletes face after the game ends, the lure of fast money, and the decisions that led him down a path he never imagined. He also shares what prison taught him, how therapy transformed his mindset, and why finding purpose beyond your profession is critical for long-term success. This conversation is a masterclass on accountability, resilience, faith, and redemption. Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, formerly incarcerated, or simply navigating a major life transition, Cord's story proves that your worst mistake doesn't have to define your future. 🎙️ In this episode: * The reality of making it to the NFL * Life after football and identity loss * How fast money led to federal charges * What prison was really like * Therapy, faith, and personal growth * Rebuilding life after incarceration * Helping athletes and returning citizens transition successfully * Why you must keep the main thing the main thing Follow Crime Pays for more conversations about redemption, second chances, and thriving beyond adversity. CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome to Crime Pays 02:15 Growing Up in Atlanta & Family Structure 08:30 The Foundation That Built an NFL Player 13:05 Leaving Home for College in Boston 20:40 The NFL Dream Becomes Reality 28:45 Making the Rams & Learning the Business of Football 37:10 Bouncing Around the NFL & CFL 46:30 Going Broke After Professional Football 53:55 "Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing" 59:20 Becoming a CFL All-Star 1:03:40 Life After Football & Searching for Purpose 1:08:10 The Strip Club Conversation That Changed Everything 1:16:30 Selling Guns & Ignoring the Warning Signs 1:24:20 The FBI Shows Up 1:31:50 Federal Indictment & Telling His Mother 1:39:40 Therapy, Faith & Mental Preparation 1:46:15 Entering Federal Prison 1:53:20 Life Behind the Wall 2:00:10 The SHU (Hole) Experience 2:07:40 Returning Home & Rebuilding Life 2:13:30 The Hidden Identity Crisis Athletes Face 2:20:15 Connected Opportunities & Helping Others 2:26:40 Why Every Athlete Needs a Coach After Sports 2:32:10 Final Lessons on Redemption & Purpose 2:35:15 Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing 2:36:30 Closing Thoughts

CP #023 From Federal Prison to Building Multi- Million Dollar Mansions

Mike Jenkins went from the streets and federal prison to building luxury homes and creating generational wealth through real estate. In this powerful episode of Crime Pays, Mike breaks down how hustler instincts helped him become a successful entrepreneur after incarceration. He opens up about surviving the streets, losing over a million dollars, racial profiling outside his own mansion, and the mindset required to rebuild your life from the ground up. This conversation is deeper than money. It’s about identity, freedom, discipline, and refusing to let your past define your future. Mikey also shares how prison changed his perspective, why street entrepreneurs already have the skills to win in business, and how ownership became his path to freedom. If you’re trying to transition from survival mode into legacy-building, this episode is mandatory listening. This is what Crime Pays is all about. CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Introduction 02:11 – Growing Up In Survival Mode 06:45 – Street Hustles & Early Money 11:28 – Federal Prison & Hard Lessons 16:14 – Learning Business Through The Streets 21:03 – Transitioning Into Real Estate 26:40 – Building Luxury Homes & Wealth 31:12 – Losing Over $1 Million 35:48 – The Police Were Called On Him Outside His Own Mansion 40:15 – Race, Perception & Success 44:37 – Why Hustlers Make Great Entrepreneurs 49:06 – Rebuilding After Prison 53:41 – The Importance Of Ownership 58:20 – Legacy, Family & Generational Wealth 1:02:09 – Advice For Formerly Incarcerated People 1:05:42 – Final Gems & Closing Thoughts

CP #022 From Federal Prison to Viral Star... Mona's (Don't Call Me White Girl) Story is WILD | Crime Pays

This one is DIFFERENT. Mona aka Don’t Call Me White Girl pulls ZERO punches as she breaks down a life that most people wouldn’t survive. From getting expelled in elementary school… To losing her father to prison at 5… To being in federal prison by 21… 👉 She lived with NO fear of death. 👉 She was boosting, hustling, and surviving by ANY means. 👉 And at one point… she was doing it all while PREGNANT. “I didn’t care if I died… it was up with anybody.” This episode isn’t just about the streets… It’s about mindset, survival, trauma, and transformation. Now? She’s one of the most viral, unapologetic voices in media. 💥 This is the REAL story behind the personality. 🧠 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: * How trauma shapes identity * The psychology of “no fear” living * Street survival vs real growth * How Mona turned pain into POWER * Why most people NEVER make it out If you’re formerly incarcerated—or trying to level up beyond your past—this is for YOU. 👉 Tap in. Subscribe. Share. ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – “I Didn’t Care If I Died…” 01:17 – Meet Mona (Don’t Call Me White Girl) 03:10 – Growing Up in Philly vs The Suburbs 05:20 – Imaginary Classroom → Comedian Mindset 06:50 – Father Goes to Prison at 5 09:30 – Getting Expelled & Early Violence 11:50 – First Charges & Trouble Escalates 14:30 – Street Life Begins 18:15 – Federal Prison by 21 😳 19:40 – No Fear of Death Mentality 21:00 – Boosting Game Explained 💰 25:00 – Selling Drugs & Fast Money 28:40 – “You’ll Be 30 When You Get Out…” 31:30 – Losing Everything 35:00 – Trauma, Loss & Street Reality 37:00 – On The Run 39:00 – PREGNANT IN JAIL 😳 41:20 – Back to the Streets While Pregnant 43:10 – Why She Never Stopped 45:40 – Going Viral & New Life End – Final Gems 💎