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  • čas přidán 13. 01. 2023
  • Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of Jim, an LAPD detective based on Skid Row.
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  • @EDCReviewz
    @EDCReviewz Před rokem +849

    I'm honored to call Jimmy a good friend for the past 9 years. Super smart and humble, I can't say enough good things about him.

    • @bettywatkins28
      @bettywatkins28 Před rokem +37

      Tell Jim, 45 mins wasn’t enough. I can listen to him talk all day. In my heart, I feel most police officers are just like him if they’re treated with the respect they deserve.

    • @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777
      @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 Před rokem +8

      Are you a fellow soldier protecting politicians and corporations?

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem

      He's a wannabe Soldier with a shit attitude and no clear view of how his actions contribute to the problems he's addressing. Get rid of the hat loser.

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem

      @@bettywatkins28 oh go lick a boot.
      Remember what they did to Christopher Dorner
      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Dorner_shootings_and_manhunt

    • @EDCReviewz
      @EDCReviewz Před rokem +1

      @@f.el-blmhc1308 I can pass your email off to him if you'd like?

  • @kosher8720
    @kosher8720 Před rokem +1780

    This man is everything a Police Officer should be.

  • @waltwenzel9549
    @waltwenzel9549 Před rokem +197

    We need many police officers that have the depth and attitude of this guy.

    • @creamydistortion
      @creamydistortion Před rokem

      He's representing less than 1% of cops in your obsolete country. Most are in it for the money and the domination.

    • @Mike-bi8zu
      @Mike-bi8zu Před rokem +4

      2/3 of the officers I know are like this.

    • @cc.99.
      @cc.99. Před 10 měsíci +4

      SERIOUSLY! Where do we find Men like these?! This Channel finds gold in unknown channels 😂 Intelligence seems far and few now that I’m an adult 😢

    • @Rocketmiller69
      @Rocketmiller69 Před 4 měsíci

      @@Readthis880buddy they take the L on a daily basis. These poor bastards make so many arrests on violent offenders and drug dealers it’s insane. And then once it goes to court the DA’s office drops the charges and try to rehabilitate gang members and dopers. That’s the true L. I don’t know what rock you’ve been living under but that’s the sad truth to it and if you think they care about winning over the prosecution then you’re wrong. A lot of these guys just want justice to be served for once.

  • @BklynQueeninLA
    @BklynQueeninLA Před rokem +254

    I would love to take this man to lunch one day. I’m an ER nurse and I identify so much with what he said. I wish more of us could be like him. I wish him nothing but the best in life.

    • @M.STAR.MEDIA1
      @M.STAR.MEDIA1 Před rokem

      💯

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem +3

      24 hrs and counting until you realize why YOU are the problem with your own dating life...tick, tock...

    • @chicksgrowtoo
      @chicksgrowtoo Před rokem +6

      @@NumberFourtyTwo. If it was a man wanting to take him to lunch, as a nice gesture, you wouldn’t have said anything… 🙄🙄🙄

    • @garyny4073
      @garyny4073 Před rokem +3

      ​@@NumberFourtyTwo. what's your problem

    • @garyny4073
      @garyny4073 Před rokem +1

      Bklyn Q in LA - 👍🥃☕🚬

  • @ladysmith7747
    @ladysmith7747 Před rokem +305

    I saw a policeman at a coffee shop who helped me out twenty years ago. I introduced myself and thanked him for his help. Of course he didn`t recognize or remember me but I was grateful for the opportunity to thank him for his service. You may forget the people that you help but the people that you helped never forget you.

    • @RK-su4hs
      @RK-su4hs Před rokem +10

      “You might forget the people you help…they never forget you “
      Spoken from the lips of an Angel 😊

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem +1

      I thought this was one of those jokes where the guy ran from the officer because he took his wife and the guy didn't want her back. Turns out it kinda is, just from the harlot's side.

  • @samietucker6570
    @samietucker6570 Před rokem +263

    This man is so articulate and you can feel his sincerity and compassion when he’s telling stories, awesome video

    • @RogerDuly
      @RogerDuly Před rokem +5

      He’s a New Yorker.

    • @petejablowski2123
      @petejablowski2123 Před rokem

      You don’t know anything from an interview. These guys all lie on police reports if you don’t bow down to them . I got a nice lawsuit for 18 months of hell these pigs put me through cause my skin wasn’t light enough .

    • @b_f_d_d
      @b_f_d_d Před rokem

      He's from New York

    • @creamydistortion
      @creamydistortion Před rokem

      @@RogerDuly I'm from New York too. I didn't grow up around kind people at all.

  • @hagif.4590
    @hagif.4590 Před 11 měsíci +6

    This man is so smart and open hearted for his age and profession. I resonate with his truth. Thank you 🌹

  • @michpratt1
    @michpratt1 Před rokem +340

    This Detective has kind eyes. And I wish more officers had a sense of empathy like him.

    • @orod22
      @orod22 Před rokem +31

      A lot of cops deal with horrible people and horrible situations every single day. That would take it's toll on anybody.

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem

      oh, his eyes is it? You're about as reliable as a cock-choked hooker.

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem +14

      @@orod22 a lot of cops ARE horrible people. Fixed that for you.

    • @ropeysubstance1719
      @ropeysubstance1719 Před rokem

      many cops do, you just don't bother to see it because you easily fall for acab propaganda. the problem is with you, not the cops

    • @ropeysubstance1719
      @ropeysubstance1719 Před rokem +12

      @@NumberFourtyTwo. a lot of civilians are too.

  • @baghodler508
    @baghodler508 Před rokem +59

    Congratulations Mark. You finally got your active duty officer. Great interview

  • @user-zh3do2ez9h
    @user-zh3do2ez9h Před 7 měsíci +7

    It's so wonderful to hear from an officer who isn't afraid to articulate exactly why things are so bad.

  • @superplasticarmymen
    @superplasticarmymen Před rokem +9

    He's who no one imagines when you say 'cop'. A brilliant interview. I wish every officer was like this man.

  • @calibutnotsocal
    @calibutnotsocal Před rokem +116

    “My purpose in life was to be a protector,” really got me. Thank you for this story, Mark

  • @KindredSpirit909
    @KindredSpirit909 Před rokem +147

    Excellent interview. No wonder LAPD ok’d Jim for this. He’s a wonderful example of someone living their calling. It is obvious he’s done his emotional healing work and has a rich inner and spiritual life. Thank you, Jim, for your contributions to a more kind and peaceful world. There is an organization called “Freedom to Choose” that is helping the incarcerated in prisons. I think you might appreciate what they do. Blessings to you ❤

    • @iswm
      @iswm Před rokem

      Yes, he exudes the very outward weakness of the LAPD and liberals in general who care more about the criminals than the victims.

    • @ChrisOhMy
      @ChrisOhMy Před rokem +1

      This is propaganda

    • @OutdoorCanadians
      @OutdoorCanadians Před rokem

      Wake up people. This guy complains about the way the courts discipline people yet every time he makes an arrest he knows the exact opposite will happen. The bottom line is policing requires you to ruin lives to POTENTIALLY save another. It’s always been unbalanced this way and people who sign up for that position KNOW THIS. For example policing the skid row area probably consists of harassing a bunch of low income people by writing them tickets and assessing fines. Exactly what a poor person doesn’t need. This cleaning of the streets has been deemed necessary because people don’t like the sight, so people acquire debt, because an authority figure has been designated to keep up an image.
      So let me get this straight, because he wears a badge it’s perfectly acceptable for him to figure out the kinks in our system. But people who don’t wear a badge don’t get that same liberty. They will sit in front of a judge who’s default is to punish.
      While I’m fine with policing people that affect others, most of the time “protect and serve” means how many speeding tickets can I write this month, single mom headlight tickets, and homeless disturbing the peace tickets and fines. It’s more important they follow the rules when it comes to assigning a felony to a young person than take accountability within their department. This guy works UNDERCOVER, meaning he is the worst kind of cop. He hides his identity to incarcerate people but where are the undercover department investigators.
      If he knows locking people up doesn’t change them, why sign up for a job where that is the end goal? Hard to believe anything that comes out of his mouth when a guy signs up to “change the world” through FORCE and AUTHORITY.
      LASTLY STOP TRYING TO MAKE POLICE SEEM SO SCARY AND DANGEROUS. ITS A FACT THAT BEING A COP IS ONE OF THE SAFEST JOBS IN AMERICA. IT ONLY TAKES ONE INCIDENT FOR A CIVILIAN TO LOSE THEIR LIFE AS WELL, WHY CANT PEOPLE BE SCARED OF COPS WHEN WE KNOW THEY HAVE WEAPONS AND CAN DO HARM TOO?! ITS SO DANGEROUS ON THE STREETS FOR THEM?! HOW MANY FELONIES HAS THIS GUY WILLY NILLY HANDED OUT? PEOPLE WILL CONTINUE TO HATE COPS UNTIK THEY HAVE THE SAME ACCOUNTABILITY. Not just “there are bad cops” how about our job requires us to be assholes for little to no reason and we gladly sign up for a pay check. Most laws they enforce are inherently based on government funding.
      REMEMBER YOUR PLACE AS A PEACE OFFICER! Don’t ever forget you are more disliked than liked and every person you’ve locked up or fined should count as a life destroyed…..

    • @justinflores735
      @justinflores735 Před rokem

      @@ChrisOhMy yeah this is not the actual attitude of any department. He’s saying a lot of great things I didn’t think I’d ever hear a cop say and that I think is important for people who support police to hear. But sounds like all talk

    • @RK-su4hs
      @RK-su4hs Před rokem +1

      @@ChrisOhMy100% accurate
      “Question Everything “
      Euripides

  • @ApotropaicV
    @ApotropaicV Před 8 měsíci +6

    It’s inspiring to listen to a police officer who understands the world on a more profound level than the letter of the law. I think that this guy actually cares about the well-being of both individuals and society. Good for him. I hope that the police force recognizes (and enforces) this standard of dignity and decency and intellect.
    He is someone special.

  • @allenperry2878
    @allenperry2878 Před rokem +26

    Proud to call you a friend Jimmy. You taught me that quote over a decade ago and I’ll keep it with me the rest of my life.

  • @ericn9175
    @ericn9175 Před rokem +36

    What an incredible example of a human being.

  • @mikedoyle5901
    @mikedoyle5901 Před rokem +77

    45 minute interview and you know this is a good solid man. A true role model to people and his profession. Thank you Jim,

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem

      if that's what you got from this, then you're a shit person too. Solid man, my ass.

  • @moniqueloeblich6306
    @moniqueloeblich6306 Před rokem +135

    What a remarkable and authentic human being, utterly refreshing to know that there are individuals such as himself walking amongst us.

    • @jimmyjohn8644
      @jimmyjohn8644 Před rokem

      Especially carrying a badge and agun

    • @TheOnlyGuitarFather
      @TheOnlyGuitarFather Před rokem

      Y’all are so easily fooled.. funny how every retired cops stories are so different than an active officer.. open your eyes

    • @user-io8bm6gz5z
      @user-io8bm6gz5z Před 10 měsíci

      he dont need some wahmen trying to destroy his marriage. stay away from him

  • @JRastafari007
    @JRastafari007 Před 9 měsíci +6

    To me, Jim is a great dude. He’s well-spoken, open-minded, and seems very genuine.

  • @NymphTheDanube
    @NymphTheDanube Před rokem +98

    Jim skilfully walked the thin line between an active duty cop and a private individual telling his human experience. Thank you Mark, your level of professionalism and empathy makes each interview a treasure.

  • @princerob610
    @princerob610 Před rokem +81

    You finally got the interview you wanted! Keep up the good work!! Never stop doing this good work!

  • @Jayflo7
    @Jayflo7 Před rokem +16

    This Man, This Officer, Jim, is the epitome of what a Law Officer should be. Much respect to Jim and much satisfaction and appreciation in knowing there are people serving that genuinely care about the well being of the human race. My hat is off to you Sir.

  • @rubinmendoza13
    @rubinmendoza13 Před rokem +9

    You can tell this man is not only a great cop, but an amazing Human Being as well. We need more LEOs like him.
    Lots of good advice for all of us in this interview.
    Thank you, Officer.

  • @raemieaz
    @raemieaz Před rokem +372

    Love the rehabilitation talk. Working at a Title I school for almost 10 years, I have seen that “the worst of the worst” comes from a bad upbringing. It’s heartbreaking, honestly. Even the “silent good kid” can be living a life of hell. Everyone is a human living a different life. No matter their age.

    • @VioletJoy
      @VioletJoy Před rokem +12

      That's why I think prevention is key! Youth programs as well as adult programs, especially in high risk areas, would probably be the most beneficial. It's easier to prevent a child from following certain behaviors than to change as an adult criminal. My heart goes out to kids who are raised in negative and traumatic environments. They don't have much of a chance.

    • @pricklycats
      @pricklycats Před rokem +4

      @@VioletJoy When I was in high school those were the best places to buy drugs it was great

    • @malcolmbliss777
      @malcolmbliss777 Před rokem +4

      There are no bad kids.

    • @anthonyrice8528
      @anthonyrice8528 Před rokem +8

      I believe that to be generally true, but not always- especially in the case of psychopaths. The Columbine shooters Eric Harris & Dylan Klebold both had good, loving parents. Harris quoted Shakespeare in the video he left for his parents right before his most horrible act, "Good wombs have borne bad sons."

    • @malcolmbliss777
      @malcolmbliss777 Před rokem

      @@anthonyrice8528 Those two were NOT kids.

  • @Who69
    @Who69 Před rokem +156

    I loved Jim! he seemed down to earth, genuine and caring. I hope he continues with his good job and inspires many people out there.

    • @alfonsoflorio
      @alfonsoflorio Před rokem +6

      cops are just people put in a position of power. And unfortunately humanity is full of horrible people. But it is so refreshing to see people like him in the right place doing good work

  • @aDifferentWrite
    @aDifferentWrite Před rokem +42

    As a reformed criminal who has dealt with both reasonable and unreasonable officers, I can confidently say that you, sir, Jim, understand. I'm glad you're around skid row watching out for the lost souls that wound up there.

    • @aDifferentWrite
      @aDifferentWrite Před rokem +1

      Make sure whenever you arrest people that the women they are taking care of are looked out for. A common theme I've noticed watching these interviews is that whenever a woman on skid row's man gets picked up or disappears, she becomes a target for the evil people you talk about.

    • @user-hk4nm7gq8j
      @user-hk4nm7gq8j Před 10 měsíci

      THAT'S BECAUSE HE IS A CRIMINAL AS WELL!

    • @trustmesonimyourfather9097
      @trustmesonimyourfather9097 Před 8 měsíci

      YOU GOTTA BE NAIVE AS HELL TO MAKE THIS COMMENT...
      IMAGINE A COP ARRESTING ANOTHER MAN AND SAYING, "YEAH, IM TAKING YOU TO JAIL TODAY BUT DONT WORRY, IM GONNA BE LOOKING OUT FOR YOUR WOMAN WHILE YOURE NOT ABLE TO. "@@aDifferentWrite

  • @mobboss918
    @mobboss918 Před rokem +11

    Glad to call Jimmy a friend for the last 6 years. What you see here is the true spirit of this man. Great interview Mark. Knocko Knows!

  • @daniellebaxter653
    @daniellebaxter653 Před rokem +143

    This interview was fantastic. We need more Jims in the world!!!

  • @VioletJoy
    @VioletJoy Před rokem +312

    Mark, these interviews are gold. In the past 5 years or so, it's become very popular to assume police officers are bad guys. It's good for people to hear from an average police officer.
    I like his ideas for rehabilitation. Of course not for those who have committed horrific crimes, but more for the low risk convicts. Personally, I think prevention is key for nearly everything in life (programs for at-risk youth, parenting programs, adult programs), but at least more creative ways of dealing with convicts would be a huge improvement.

    • @CardShark_Chris
      @CardShark_Chris Před rokem +16

      You assume he's a good guy because of what he's told you in 44 minutes? This job is to lie for a living and you're buying it. Lololololololololololololololol

    • @OldQueer
      @OldQueer Před rokem +36

      @@CardShark_Chris very narrow minded take

    • @amberadams2935
      @amberadams2935 Před rokem +7

      @@CardShark_Chris i believe him he might not be the average cop but he dnt seem likea liar he talked mostly bout the things tht needa change in society ...he ain't share many crazy stories to call a lie ...so maybe u sayin he's lying bout his attitude n hes rlly a mean cop...

    • @CardShark_Chris
      @CardShark_Chris Před rokem

      @@OldQueer What do their boots taste like? He's wearing a cap with an American flag with an AR-15, talking out be kind to everyone. Lololololololololol. This dude is fake AF.

    • @OldQueer
      @OldQueer Před rokem +14

      @@CardShark_Chris idk I'm not American. OP didn't even say he's a good guy, but you chimed in with your assumption regardless.
      It's concerning how polarised some people are these days. The disregard for nuance worries me.

  • @eileenragone9409
    @eileenragone9409 Před rokem +29

    This was a great episode, I am a teacher and was happy to hear some working in the trenches with the tough people in society. He is so positive it is inspiring. As a teacher in an urban district it is so hard. We work with these people as children and it is an almost impossible cycle to get out. It is a job that is hard not to burn out in.

    • @jeffk464
      @jeffk464 Před rokem +1

      Like you said a teacher probably has a better chance of influencing these kids and breaking the cycle than cops do.

  • @sunsetstormx
    @sunsetstormx Před rokem +34

    This man is amazing. A persevering individual indeed. A man with a heart and a soul who really cares. I am so impressed and happy that Mark had this interview with him!!!!❤️

  • @jbar7243
    @jbar7243 Před rokem +43

    Mark - you’re providing a great service here and I really appreciate hearing both perspectives. We need more of this if there is ever going to be impactful change. Keep up the outstanding work and be safe out there.

  • @christongoldsmith1754
    @christongoldsmith1754 Před rokem +60

    This is my favorite interview so far. Jim is incredibly smart and exactly what a police officer should be.

  • @Mounty621
    @Mounty621 Před rokem +40

    Jim IS NOT an anomaly, most cops are like him. You don’t get to see us on the evening news. I had a blast during my 30-year career, helping those I could help and putting the ones I couldn’t in prison as long as possible so they couldn’t harm anyone else. You can’t help the ones who don’t want to help themselves. Life is all about choices, regardless of your upbringing. May your retirement come soon, Sir. I am enjoying mine.

    • @Wendy-rt5em
      @Wendy-rt5em Před 3 měsíci +2

      Thank you for all of your hard work. I really appreciate you

  • @jeffreyrosenthal405
    @jeffreyrosenthal405 Před 9 měsíci +5

    I want to have coffee with Jim so bad. This was incredibly refreshing. To bear witness to the most heinous side of humanity and to do so with such grace, composure and respect is truly inspiring.

  • @KM-me6ev
    @KM-me6ev Před rokem +43

    No matter the day I’ve had.. I have a lot of difficult days : social work . I wave people in.. I reach my hand out to others .. we can’t expect the world to fix itself .. be the example. Great interview Mark ❤

  • @dinosaurpete
    @dinosaurpete Před rokem +26

    I’ve met Jim, as he used to come to my bands shows. He’s an even better human than portrayed here.

  • @mattanderson861
    @mattanderson861 Před rokem +37

    Jim is incredible. Given all his experience and exposure to horrible situations he isn’t jaded but to the contrary, positive. This guy emulates what a cop should be. God Bless Jim and all like him.

  • @SumTingWong1482
    @SumTingWong1482 Před rokem +152

    Thank you so much Jim for doing the work that none of us could do. You’re a gift to humanity. Stay safe and stay awesome. 👊🏼

    • @Bone89
      @Bone89 Před rokem +3

      I understand ur words are a compliment . And he definitely deserves it. I hope u understand u can do his job . Everyone is capable of being a great cop. Everyone is also capable of being a cold blooded killer.

    • @vinniecocco9932
      @vinniecocco9932 Před rokem

      ​@@Bone89 no not really

  • @tammic2016
    @tammic2016 Před rokem +22

    I can’t say enough about his final statements. Be kind to others and be kind to yourself. The most unhappy I’ve ever been was when I was so hard on myself and mentally would beat myself down. Great lesson and great interview.

    • @SkarKingg
      @SkarKingg Před rokem +1

      I hope you're doing well and things continue to get better for you

  • @rikayangu3833
    @rikayangu3833 Před rokem +40

    Jim, you are the kind of cop everyone wants to meet when they need help. Watching youtube and TV, one only sees the rough cops. Living in Switzerland, I do feel we are lucky for the cops we have, only this week I was talking to a friend and said, "I'm sure many Swiss cops retire without ever firing a gun in fear or defense".
    Thanks Mark, I`ve watched so many of your videos and every single one of them do have quality in different ways.

  • @OneHourShower
    @OneHourShower Před rokem +139

    He sounds like such a good man and role model. It’s what I imagine a good police officer to be.

    • @deaglefly4338
      @deaglefly4338 Před rokem +3

      100%

    • @philobetto5106
      @philobetto5106 Před rokem +4

      I agree with you, Great guy

    • @NumberFourtyTwo.
      @NumberFourtyTwo. Před rokem

      except that whole Christopher Dorner thing. I would place money that THIS clown spent his time tracking Christopher down. Piece of shit that Jim is.

  • @Alexandria250
    @Alexandria250 Před rokem +6

    So many people comment on Marks interviews that the interviewees are well spoken….
    But this man…this man right here is WELL spoken. This interview felt near perfection!

  • @elisabehrens8801
    @elisabehrens8801 Před rokem +22

    What a phenomenal interview. I love his honesty and his commitment to a Life of Service!!

  • @JanetteBuhler
    @JanetteBuhler Před rokem +68

    Powerful interview! What a great human being and policeman. He has a special strength, as do you Mark, to stay caring, thoughtful, and kind while working among so much of the harshest and ignored traumatic inhumanity in our country and world. May meanigful graciousness bless you both fully! Thank you both!! ❤

  • @researcher707
    @researcher707 Před rokem +32

    Great interview. "BE KIND" speaks volumes for this mans' character and how people should regard others!

  • @iamkronicus
    @iamkronicus Před rokem +3

    I have NEVER heard a cop tell the truth about issues like this…
    I’m absolutely shocked.
    Much respect.

  • @jennamacfarlane3780
    @jennamacfarlane3780 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Officer Jim is an inspiration. I commend him for his service and trust that he's a mentor, protector, and friend to many. I also loved what he said about recovery and the bike shop fellow thanking him. Thank you, Jim, for a fantastic portrait of what is and what can be.

  • @jeremypaul2818
    @jeremypaul2818 Před rokem +166

    The fact that he admits to having a bad attitude some days makes me believe that probably rarely happens. I bet this is a great guy to work for.

    • @xaiikuu7955
      @xaiikuu7955 Před rokem +5

      Why rarely?

    • @jeffk464
      @jeffk464 Před rokem

      I wonder if cops realize that when they pull over the general population and are complete a-holes they turn the general population against them. At best wiser people will see them as a necessary evil to keep their neighborhood from being preyed on by criminals. There was very little support for the police during the whole BLM thing, probably because of this type of interaction. Its kind of the opposite strategy of the military's strategy of winning of "Hearts and minds." Granted the main stream media was also waging an all out propaganda campaign against the police.

  • @n.j.cooper8734
    @n.j.cooper8734 Před rokem +53

    My old man was one of these types of law enforcers in Oakland for decades. There are rules in this world. Good seeds and bad seeds is what he emphasized. Always do what is right and there WILL be blessings, no matter how dark it appears.

  • @Sashabooboo
    @Sashabooboo Před rokem +3

    Thank you, Soft White Underbelly, for having someone in my job do an interview. I was LEO for 28 years, 2 months, 22 days. 56,000 hours. My biggest pet peeve is seeing a news story about law enforcement that includes a panel of experts consisting of politicians, sociologists, clinicians, community activists, clergy. It's great seeing someone with primary experience talking firsthand. No matter where you work or what you do for a living, you know more about your job than someone that doesn't work there.Thank you, again.

  • @marylougeorge1385
    @marylougeorge1385 Před rokem +4

    I'm 71 and Jim you remind me of the neighborhood cops. The ones I saw frequently and knew their names. Officers I was friendly with and weren't afraid to approach. Men I knew were there for my personal good. Looking to serve the community, wanting us to do well. It's good to see there are still some of you around.
    Thank you for the reminder that the ripple affect, even while driving, Can make a positive difference.
    Thank you for helping to change our world for the better.😊❤️

  • @seyeli84
    @seyeli84 Před rokem +104

    We need more people like this

    • @rpierce7004
      @rpierce7004 Před rokem +6

      We have to stop allowing the media to paint all cops as bad in one brush stroke.

    • @dlbm_industries
      @dlbm_industries Před rokem +1

      Yeah, man. Dea or vice officers!!! 👏🏻

    • @sp2435
      @sp2435 Před rokem

      Terrorist

    • @dlbm_industries
      @dlbm_industries Před rokem

      @@sp2435 who is? 🙀

  • @kevinfolker6622
    @kevinfolker6622 Před rokem +72

    Fantastic interview Mark. This guy is solid gold, we need more officers like him.

  • @janec4
    @janec4 Před rokem +5

    This is one of my favorite interviews. I love how open and honest Jim is about everything. He didn't hold back. I hope he comes back again :)

  • @sharleenduplessis6632
    @sharleenduplessis6632 Před rokem +4

    wow Jim is such a sweet smart guy. Cute too ;) Very clean kind soul, happy he chose this career to help others

  • @kellygarnet6329
    @kellygarnet6329 Před rokem +41

    Why we are in this life - the main lesson - we are meant to serve others. Every answer this man gives is so well thought out. I am so impressed by him. This is my favourite interview so far.

    • @tinekekayes4271
      @tinekekayes4271 Před rokem +1

      Aren't cops trained to be that way, this guy's a detective so he been trained real good!

    • @Who69
      @Who69 Před rokem +3

      @@tinekekayes4271 Not really; I don't know how it is in the US, but in my country, you attend the police academy and if you pass, you become a policeman. However, it does not mean you learn to be a good person at the academy; you know the rules, regulations, and other technical subjects. It all comes to an individual person to be a bad/ good cop

    • @vinniecocco9932
      @vinniecocco9932 Před rokem

      ​@@tinekekayes4271 wrong

  • @patriciawilson6978
    @patriciawilson6978 Před rokem +28

    Thanks for sharing your stories, Jim.

  • @rgierut
    @rgierut Před rokem +4

    "It's easy, just be kind" Perfect ending. Thank you for bringing Jim to the Internet.

  • @mgmassey174
    @mgmassey174 Před 4 měsíci +3

    This man personifies this sentiment.." be kind or go away" What an emotionally intelligent human.
    We had a corruption problem..after a sheriff went to prison..the new sheriff got rid of the corrupt and made all officers read the book "Emotional intelligence ". He served three terms.Poor guy got MS and had to retire. He changed that department by teaching his people how to respect others. Respect for all life might change the world.
    Like the speaker im an optimistic person by nature,even though cynicism doth creep in when blood sugar goes low.
    Thank you for yet another educational video.

  • @brendaborgosano8422
    @brendaborgosano8422 Před rokem +47

    All of your interviews are excellent but this one really stands out. He bears his soul and shares the tragedy he sees everyday and still is able to see the beauty and good in the world. He inspired me to be more aware of what I am putting out into the world. Beautiful job Mark, keep up the great work!

  • @guyinthechat9533
    @guyinthechat9533 Před rokem +13

    Jim I wish every cop had your attitude. Thanks for sharing your perspectives and stories.

  • @marisagoodman5817
    @marisagoodman5817 Před rokem +4

    That was surprisingly beautiful.
    Wasn’t expecting such a interesting and inspiring story.
    What a man , what a kind and beautiful man . Thank you Mark

  • @boardbrown
    @boardbrown Před rokem +12

    I've been waiting for a Skid Row cop interview, so thank you for posting this one Mark! There's a lot of law enforcement in my extended family, and I think it's the hardest job in the world. Your entire career is literally dealing with strangers in the worst moments of their life. I don't have the skills and dimeanor to handle a job like that, and luckily for the general public I was blessed enough to recognize that when choosing my career path. Sure there's some bad apples out there, just like in every profession, but the vast majority are brave and honorable men & women who are truly trying to help people, and keep their communities safe. Public servants, indeed!

  • @little-miss-happy
    @little-miss-happy Před rokem +13

    Wow! Thank you Officer! So inspiring- be kind do good - a simple message that changes people and our world. Let’s all go give a Jim day TODAY! Lift inspire love serve! I’ll be doing a kind deed daily because of this man. Imagine the influence he has in the work place. You are one amazing good human my friend. Mark thanks for exposing us to something good today.

  • @rhonda6791
    @rhonda6791 Před rokem +56

    That was a terrible and sad story he told us. At the same time I agree with him, just keep on being kind.

  • @julesj77
    @julesj77 Před rokem +10

    What an awesome representation of a cop. There are many many out there 👍

  • @lyndzsea8213
    @lyndzsea8213 Před rokem +3

    Wow. It's hard to find words to explain the impact this interview has. This man is an angel incarnate. He is wise beyond his years and his message and mission are beyond beautiful. This is what our world needs more of. Thank you for coming on this platform and sharing your experiences and wisdom. My heart is bursting with resonance. You are truly a light. Keep up the good work, God's work. 🙏💯🙌❤️

  • @umojahollis6123
    @umojahollis6123 Před rokem +21

    Such a great interview and thanks to this police officer.

  • @michaeldowd5024
    @michaeldowd5024 Před rokem +6

    Knocko you helped me! Your kind heart gave me hope!!❤

  • @hollyvipond168
    @hollyvipond168 Před rokem +6

    If only the US (& UK) had more Police officers like him!
    What an intelligent,insightful and empathetic human being ❤️
    You are in the right job sir and you will make a difference xx

  • @Emily-jx8em
    @Emily-jx8em Před rokem +5

    Just as he was saying the most important lesson he learnt was to be kind, I was thinking how much of a kind soul he clearly is. People like this give me hope.

  • @dielel9268
    @dielel9268 Před rokem +11

    Thank God these type of men still exist

  • @thomasjon7171
    @thomasjon7171 Před rokem +21

    Thank you for bringing this man on.. great perspective on life.. intelligent gentlemen.. great content Mark

  • @da.2653
    @da.2653 Před rokem +7

    Wow the wisdom and knowledge this man has must be incredible! Such a light of hope seeing such a humble law enforcement officer!

  • @bobbym4452
    @bobbym4452 Před rokem +18

    This man has seen the worst of humanity and the best. I hope someone is listening to him. He deserves to be heard and God Bless him.

  • @jessicaallen755
    @jessicaallen755 Před rokem +4

    What an amazing interview!! In 2014, 15 and the beginning of 16 I was living out of a shopping cart and I had an officer, Jack Jessup, save my life! That man, 99% of most days had more of a will for me to live than I had for myself, and never gave up on me until I was ready. The story is amazing, and I love him with every fiber of my being. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @CivilDefenceCanada
    @CivilDefenceCanada Před rokem +37

    the anecdote about being angry about being passed over for vacation, and how that can translate down into an officer's interactions with the public, is pretty on the nose. So is being kind, smiling at an intersection or letting other cars in before you is too. Looks like much better mental health is needed for these people since they deal with the discarded of society in a way most of us never will.

    • @bettywatkins28
      @bettywatkins28 Před rokem +3

      Thank you! I always smile or ask police officers, security guards, anyone who deals with customers, how they are & 99% of the time, they’re a bit shocked. They get paid to serve us but they definitely are not less than us. Police officers see stuff some of us can’t even imagine & then deal with the disrespect of a.holes.

    • @Kelleena1on1
      @Kelleena1on1 Před rokem

      This is a logical perspective of an important career :-) I see police officers which left thier proffesion to be homesteaders and total just be into their families but this fella is soooooooo positive impressive.

    • @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777
      @SPINNINGMYWHEELS777 Před rokem

      it's not an excuse and should never be tolerated by the public who pay for their 'services' All this was was a pandering PR message to try to take the heat away from what folks are starting to understand about the jack boot thugs. "Civil defence canada' and now isn't that a joke.. so called Canadians have been neutered and left to the mercy of these psychos with uniforms badge and dangerous weapon they can use against you based on NO discretion - and 'canadians' just have to take it. You have to be kidding. What 'civil defence"?? Provided by whom because if one calls the police..they use biased perspectives how they handle each call. Your day of dying or living may be in the hands of someone who has determined you're not worth it and he or she just has to get home for that beer.

  • @AlexBailey22
    @AlexBailey22 Před rokem +11

    What an incredible person. I hope he can have a very large impact on our society and other officers doing what he does. We need more of him.

    • @creamydistortion
      @creamydistortion Před rokem +1

      He represents perhaps 1% or less of cops in your obsolete country.

    • @tamaramorton8812
      @tamaramorton8812 Před 11 měsíci

      @@creamydistortion I don’t think so. I think it’s much more than 1%. This guy is just really articulate.

  • @SmartMoveGraphics
    @SmartMoveGraphics Před rokem +2

    The sun is coming up, it's 6am and this has my attention.... Very thankful

  • @mow4607
    @mow4607 Před rokem +21

    Excellent interview. The world needs more people like Jim!

  • @xtinamarie_333
    @xtinamarie_333 Před rokem +4

    You can hear New York the moment he starts talking. East coast! Great guy. Handsome too ✌️❣️

  • @brianperticari
    @brianperticari Před rokem +28

    I spent my entire career in Law Enforcement. People like Jim are rare. I feared the guys and girls I worked with more than the people I dealt with on the street. Most are only out for themselves or those in their clique. Police work is very far from a meritocracy. Politics plays much to big of a part. In my time, I would have loved to have someone like Jim for a boss. You can tell he genuinely cares about not only those he works with, but also those he comes across on the street.

    • @jayminer6729
      @jayminer6729 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Unfortunately what you describe also describes healthcare.

    • @anitaknight3915
      @anitaknight3915 Před 10 měsíci

      ​@@jayminer6729I agree!! Many in healthcare and leadership/supervisor roles in general are sociopaths, narcissists, egotistical, and corrupt. They abuse their power.

    • @user-hk4nm7gq8j
      @user-hk4nm7gq8j Před 10 měsíci

      BULLHOCKEY

  • @AlienatedArtist
    @AlienatedArtist Před rokem +71

    I'm pretty much a "druggie" or whatever,even though I take great care not to commit crimes and to stay functional but i can literally say that that man is somebody who deserves respect and maybe even a little admiration if I'm to be honest, thank you for the video mark it was uplifting to me

    • @thejohn6614
      @thejohn6614 Před rokem +2

      This guy was pretty cool for a cop. I really admire his devotion to helping people even though from my perspective he's doing the exact opposite the majority of the time. But it's really difficult to find the right way to help people these days. Things are so complicated. So I find it really admirable that he cares and puts so much effort into what he believes is helping people. It's a lot more than what I do. I feel like every time I've tried to help people I've gotten screwed over and in the long run it didn't actually help them anyway. I definitely don't think that putting people in prison for drugs is helping anyone but the people that are making money from prisons though.

    • @angieblanton1698
      @angieblanton1698 Před rokem +1

      Keep your chin up and know that you are not alone in the darkness. There is hope.. stay strong!❤

    • @Halcyon1861
      @Halcyon1861 Před rokem

      You are committing a crime against God. In your rebellion you are not condemning yourself, the Bible says you are already condemned. No one habitually impaired will go to heaven.1 Corinthians 6 9-10. It's punishable by death a death that you can't actually die from. It's called hell. No one wants to tell the truth. Today truth is called hate. Hey man I was a fornicator, a thief just to name some. I believed in God but if I would have died in that scripture says I go to hell. It's not worth eternity to say it's too hard to get clean. There's no second chances. I want to see you on the narrow road Jesus spoke of.

    • @ValeriousRex
      @ValeriousRex Před rokem

      @@Halcyon1861 dude shut up with that mythical bullshit. It’s not real

    • @smrtrthnu1571
      @smrtrthnu1571 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I was the same as you, still am really. I have been clean since January 4 but to be honest it's just because the courts are all over me for now. I don't know if I'll go back to my ways after it's over or not. Some days I think nope, some days I can't wait. Guess we'll see. But I was/am a functioning addict like yourself so it makes so much easier to get away with it. People aren't as judgemental because they don't see the bad effects so much that they see in other junkies/addicts.

  • @van_1289
    @van_1289 Před rokem +40

    Need more guys like Jim on this earth. Be like Jim. Awesome interview.

  • @benjaminblumberg1335
    @benjaminblumberg1335 Před rokem +5

    It's beautiful to see such an empathetic person and reflective person in law enforcement. Life in infinitely complex and varied and to see a person in leadership who understands "good people doing bad things and bad people doing good things" and teaches his officers self awareness through and nuanced thinking through his own example is true leadership. Because of the ugliness and brutality that law enforcement personnel encounter they almost require a mental and spiritual strength to wade through the muck, so to speak, without becoming depressed, jaded, and as ugly as some of the perpetrators they encounter. We are all products of our environment and when police leaderships provides the right environment and guidance then police officers can become a force for good in society beyond just cleaning up the mess. Thank you for sharing your experiences Jim.

  • @TomBurgundy
    @TomBurgundy Před rokem +5

    This was a great interview. It’s good to see people like this gentleman in law enforcement. Definitely what a cop should be.
    The last story he told about the doctor and the screenwriter was crazy!

  • @prk2a918
    @prk2a918 Před 10 měsíci +3

    I love his insight and positivity on this subject. We do need a system that allows those to rehabilitate and move on.

  • @jameseclipts9686
    @jameseclipts9686 Před rokem +20

    Not even 6 mins in to the video and I already wish more law enforcement was like this man

    • @chadsusanke6312
      @chadsusanke6312 Před rokem +2

      Most actually are. Citizens just don’t get to know officers anymore. It used to be that cops interacted with the community constantly in positive ways. They now deal with high call volumes and an inefficient system. They no longer have time to do what they used to. Some Sherrifs and Chiefs are doing their best to bring back the old ways of community policing. Low pay and people not wanting to be cops anymore are stopping that from happening. Understaffed departments means police only have time to enforce laws.

    • @jameseclipts9686
      @jameseclipts9686 Před rokem

      @@chadsusanke6312 agreed💯

    • @jameseclipts9686
      @jameseclipts9686 Před rokem

      @@chadsusanke6312 and ik not all leo is bad. I was meaning more as in the small percent of bad apes that give a bad rep to all police in the eyes of many people. With such a high respectable occupation, I wish all police would take a stand on life like this specific person does in this video.

  • @mmmkurwa
    @mmmkurwa Před rokem +8

    I've never expected a cop interview to be so wholesome. Thank you Jim for speaking out to the world. People whom you're mentoring are lucky to have you!

  • @tamaradiax3929
    @tamaradiax3929 Před rokem +3

    Great interview, my husband is a Sgt and some of the stuff he sees is traumatic. He always says you have to give respect to get respect it doesn't matter the color or if they are a criminal. He treats everyone the same. Thank you for your service

  • @dtrain-uwu
    @dtrain-uwu Před 2 měsíci +1

    Random video, but I have determined this channel is one of the most important CZcams channels of all time and will always be. Theses interviews are historically important

  • @stilbeleivind205
    @stilbeleivind205 Před rokem +31

    Even seeing the darkest of the dark, you continue to be a bright light for society! Thank you for continuing to see there is good in humanity especially in these times where policing is under such a high level "attack!" 🙏

  • @umakemerandy3669
    @umakemerandy3669 Před rokem +5

    The last sentence I got was to complete 12 months minimum in teen challenge rehab and it changed my life. I spent 13 months there, graduated the program. Living well.

  • @joejoeseesingtons
    @joejoeseesingtons Před rokem +8

    Best interview I've seen in a while. I love this guy and he's a great example of the GOOD officers serving our communities

  • @sheilabrennan4481
    @sheilabrennan4481 Před rokem +2

    So appreciate this gentleman-his wisdom, outlook and generosity. I hope you go forward with your good works. Blessings to you.

  • @lylewollenhaupt7424
    @lylewollenhaupt7424 Před rokem +13

    We really need more guys like this, kudos to you and your dedication to helping mankind in some way!!

  • @dennischuppe1614
    @dennischuppe1614 Před rokem +5

    Jim, you are a very intense, and wonderful human with compassion! You remind me of myself, by simply showing empathy and compassion toward others especially the ones in their darkest moments of life! I too can relate as I continue as a firefighter for 44 years and it is amazing how we are all inter connected with each other with our respective careers. Of course, it could be any line of work and helping someone to make a difference in someone's life. Great Channel and Interview!

  • @robertlopez3129
    @robertlopez3129 Před rokem +3

    I never heard a police officer talk like this. It's good to hear there are good police officers out there

  • @carloscasillas8104
    @carloscasillas8104 Před rokem +11

    I remember him cuz he was in the Cecil Hotel documentary too. Mad respect.

    • @mobboss918
      @mobboss918 Před rokem +1

      Horrible case to go through. He gave it a human edge.