Bank Robberies, Heroin Addiction & Sexual Abuse in the Prisons - Russell Manser - The Search #16 

RIP RUSSELL YOUR STORIES HAVE BEEN IMMORTALISED THROUGH THIS PODCAST

Mate, this bloke is a very strong minded fella. Bloody legend, take note people this is a real man who has self reflection, owned his own shit all the way. And has done the hardest thing ever possible, he has faced himself. I have nothing but respect for you brother. A man who can do this is real and present. God bless you and your family 😊bloody inspirational 😊👍👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

Well spoken and articulated, you can see the old bloke still has his pride & his stories, but isn't afraid to share his vulnerable moments, fears and trauma. It's clear he wants to help others so they can have a better run of things than him. Thank you for sharing Russell and another great segment Spanian. Cheers.

R.I.P Russell,a true bloke to the core...

You can see how genuinely moved Spanian is when Russel talks about his low points or some of the horrible things that happened to him. Unbelievable that someone can go through all this and still come out on the other side - not just normal, but as a success - he must be an incredibly strong-minded human. Mind blowing.

I’ve watched a few of russel Mansers interviews stories..he’s a top bloke with an awsome story..I think he’s a legend for turning it all around and basically being a straight goer..so glad Spanian got him in for a yarn..good stuff!

This is so disturbing, why has all of this been hidden. So fucking cruel. You commit a crime, and do the time, but in no way did you deserve any of this 💔 thank you for sharing your story 🙏🏻

You two seriously had me in tears... So many of the people I loved who were taken from me had hearts like lions but went through hell in this system... You guys remind me of them so much... Go out there and keep changing the world on fuck up at a time.... You boys will change so many people's lives and neither of you know how bloody special you are!!! Awesome interview, keep speaking your truths to the world... I can't wait to hear and see where you both go from here... You two working together to walk in the front doors of those hell holes and bring hope to people again honestly brings tears to my eyes... My friends and loved ones couldn't be saved but maybe just maybe with you guys standing up and turning your pain and fuck ups into power so many other people's loved ones can!!!

I met Russ a few weeks ago on the Gold Coast. After a chat we established he knew my best mate, Craig, who is no longer with us. Russ was there for him during the tough times. Russ is a passionate and humble bloke. Kudos brother 🙏 RIP Craig 💙

Best guest so far story was unreal Keep it up spanian 💪

Done a few months with Russell in rehab in like 2017 I think, top bloke, man has the gift of the gab

Russ showed us no matter how hard life gets, you have a choice to get up every morning and have a crack. He will be missed by so many.

Rest in peace Russ. Legend of a bloke mate condolence to your family see ya round the bend bruz

These two are living proof that we can do anything with our life no matter our back stories or circumstances 💯🙏 there's always hope

That was so captivating man, had me listening to every word. You guys are amazing to be able to bounce back from the depths of hell and to still be standing here a better man!

Not often i say ppl are great interviewers but spanian stays fully engaged and asks a question at the perfect time when i was thinking what? And he then makes it clearer. Awesome story and sad what he went through as a kid, glad he got some redemption in the end.

This was such an interesting interview, I loved listening to Russell’s life story, I wish him all the best for the future, he is doing such an excellent job helping people, good on him

bra, I bought your book early this morning and I’ll be finished it by tonight. Never picked up a book I literally cannot put down. 100

Wow I can relate to alot of this , but never really shared the horrible shit I went through in the Queensland corrections system. I would love to be able to speak to u Russell about maybe mentoring me to get over my demons

The genuine respect you both have for eachothers work was heartfelt. You could tell russell looks upto you as much as you look upto him, It was awesome to see the acknowledgement of two old hard heads, coming together and spreading positivity after spending the majority of their life in the pits. Awesome interview. 👌

Great content ! Just started tracking with you. There aren't any coincidences in life. Both of your stories are incredibly inspirational. What I have gleaned from both of your stories is that universal appeal of the indomitable human spirit , ( for better or worse) the power of transformation and the desire to inspire others with Hope . Your courage to share your true experiences with honesty the difficult gut Wrenching failures. The challenge is to accept with humility ,accomplishment and to trust that we re deserving and to not self sabotage . Honesty , open-mindedness and to be willing to help others without judgment. I m a 62 year old slowly recovering vet from America and I ve just binge watched quite a few off your vids and this one blew me away. Thanks so much brothers . God bless and congratulations on your success. Prayers for you both on continuing your trajectory. I m ordering your books for sure. More will be revealed .

I never managed to sit through a video that went for more than 10min let alone an hour and 15min but spanian lad u actually keep me glued to my seat I hope u keep going with it no joke you really inspired me to do alot better.. just shows that ex crims can make something of themselves 💯 facts good on ya brother

2 of my favourites, I can’t believe I’m only seeing this now. As I’ve followed both for ages. Great interview ❤

This fulla needs a movie made on him . You know how to pick the needle out of the haystacks spanian . Your killing it bro.

Don’t forget too donate a few books to all the Australian prison and juvenile institutions’ Great story’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Tears, anger, remorse and hope! You blokes are amazing, thank you ❤

Thank you Spanian for introducing this man to myself and the wider community 🙏🏽❤️

Epic episode. I was glued to the screen for this one. Russel reminds me of my uncles, old school blokes from Parramatta.

Thanks again Brother 👍🏽 keep them coming 🙏🏽😊

I really enjoyed this, great story teller.

Really enjoyed this, thanks Span

Great interview again Spanian.

MY FAVOURITE PART OF EVERY WEEK, THE NEW SPANIAN BABBBBYYYYYY

Powerful episode. thankyou

With ending it all, that is so true, give ya'self 24hrs and see how things go. I've been through that a few times myself, and it fucken works, tomorrow is a new day, even if it's the day after that, give yourself that time and it will change everything. I'm still here and I'm much better for it. RIP Russell

What a story!!! Thank you...

Mad respect to this bloke that is a real man that can stand up and talk about such a dark past and to be helping others mad respect and you spanion bringing awareness keep it up lads

One of your best yet Span...this shit needs to be known called out & systematically dismantled all the way up! Have many mates still suffering repercussions of same shit happened in Melb Juvies from 70's and 80's... their payouts were bullshit too (not that any amount of money could lessen the PTSD etc) almost like insult after injury. Mad Podcast much appreciated! Keep Up the great work!

Awesome upload and kudos to you both for being as you both say civilians now you both have led a very traumatic life and here you both are kicking ass and loving life can relate but not to your detriment but feel the vine from you both 💯👊🏼❤️😎 keep kicking it n rolling on 💯

One of the best interviews I've seen. 100.

Go Spanian... Great Interview... 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

Great episode boys.

Best interview yet you give me hope

Yes Span...you da man!

Great podcast!!

HANDS DOWN BEST INTERVIEW YET.

Thanks for this interview.

Great interview

Just ordered the book, I hope that it does well and the proceeds help Russell to stay empowered. You two are exactly the right kind of blokes to help cure our society of this sickness we have where we seem hell bent on victimising abused children.

Mad interview ❤

Dope interview 👌

What a story 💪🏾 all power to you Russell ✊🏽

well done lads!!! keep the good work 🤙

good yarn lads, thanks for sharing ya story brother

Off it’s head. Nothing more needs to be said💯💪🏽💪🏽

Keep up the good work russell

wow crazy to see what you have done russ good work mate long way from rnr hahaha

Morals and principles get you along way if you have the right ones …. Rip legend ❤

he is so strong. Not many persons can talk about this heavy stuff. creds man!

EASY THE BEST PODCAST SO FAR! NICE ONE SPANIAN 👌

RIP Russ you bloody legend

Russell is such a good bloke. Really enjoy listening to him speak and this is a wicked interview

This was absolutely amazing

RIP Russ, what a story he had. Rest easy brother 🙏

Mad episode!! Love to see Abo Henry or Jeff too!!!!

Thank you for your efforts!

Great podcast, I used to live next door to Russel and his family when he was in and out of jail. Always had a smile on his face and was happy to have a chat.

Best interview you've done bro 👌

two top blokes and true aussies great yarn, RIP Russell

Legit good work captivating interview.

awesome podcast... keep em coming brutha

Awesome episode!

this is the best story so far on ya russell top bloke

WOAH this is a trip out for sure Russell is my Auntie Sannies Husbands brother he knows most of my family this is a huge mind fuck lol Shout Outs to Uncle Russ what a story

Respect brothers🙏

One of the best podcasts round 👌

Nice accomplishments at the end there bro I take my hat off to ya mate good show.

What a yarn, could easily have listened for another few hours!

One of the best ones yet

This was unreal! 💪 stuff !

Incredible interview

This one of a the most honest interviews. Too deadly bra.

Best interview to come out of Sydney 🙌💯

🤣🤣 "don't tell me theres no fences again" 😂 I'm 💀

Best interview I've seen

Hey Spanian! You should interview Duncan Burns. He's an ex bikie that got shot and died. Came back, reformed his life and is working toward gang programs and alternative initiation for boys. How can I get you two connected?

Bout time ya done another interview on the search 💯 especially this bloke he a soldier 💯

Great podcast

There is many of Australians that go through a path that isn't recognised as being legal or the right thing to do deep down as we all do the wrong thing we do know it is wrong but not necessarily feel that it is right you guys I doing a magnificent job by helping people male and female who has gone down the wrong path it takes a big man to put his hands up and admitted wrong it takes a bigger man to help that man through and to speak out for him you guys are doing a great job I do hope these words of come out correct keep up the good work hearing about what you did for the indigenous people in a simple thing bashing that bloke who spilt the liquid on the Elder I've always had a soft spot for Australian indigenous and what you did say beautiful thing you guys please take care keep up the good work and I do thank you very much

Best one yet 💯

Big up u guys... great story telling and really good yarn as u say span... well done

That was brilliant Span❤

So much respect for u both

Condolences to Russell Manser family and friends,died a few weeks ago 😢

The content king! spanian the don

Rip bro sorry to hear the bad news hope your family r doing better

Awesome 👏 video

Best REAL Interview ive seen,Lived it loved it smelt it

The amount of men I have come across in my line of work that have been sexually abused is depressing. They are walking around as if they have an exposed tooth nerve, the government should make all therapy free for these men to help them so they can heal. I feel so much anger

my best mate was at the boyz home! It was hellish asf name was cookie 7 foot monster he couldn't handle it had to request to be moved to QLD boyz detention center! Brutal place! The topic of this podcast is DO NOT DO Heroin DO NOT DO DRUGS! Stay clean stay fresh! Trust me not worth the chase boyz!