From Hell's Henchmen to Hell's Angels to God | Mel Chancey's Ride through Chaos on Real Ones 

I'm 51 days sober today, n although my life has been nothing like Mel's, it's great to be able to see guys like this turn their lives around and be so positive. Thanks, John n Mel! Good shit 💪

The old saying “you don’t see any OLD gangbangers or OLD 1%’s” because they are either dead or in jail. So it’s good to see Mel and George talk about it but they don’t try to glamorize it in any way. To see men that have seen ALOT talk about their faith is awesome

When my uncle Jimmy Souza passed away my mom said even his enemies showed up at his funeral to pay respect, reminds me of this guy. My uncle was the president of the san francisco chapter back then but he still managed to show up at my school talent shows and functions like that. I had no idea how respected he was till I saw the pic of the motorcycles on the road for as far as the eyes could see for his funeral on the front page of the newspaper. Not too many solid ones like these guys in those ranks.

My dad (Charles Wilson aka Chico) was a member on the Dayton, Ohio HELLS ANGELS. My dads era was the most violent “1970-80s…Being his child I seen a lot growing up. I could of been a member, but I chose a different path. “rip Dad 🙏🏻” On another note, the Hells Angels were not ones to play with…These viewers are sleeping on this podcast. Definitely deserves more thumbs. It’s one of the best podcast in the space right now. The guest are on point and the conversation is the realest. I’m a huge fan! 🫡

Really hoping people realize that it was Jesus Christ who changed this mans life. What a testimony. Praise the Lord for his grace.

I take my hat off to u Sir..hella respect I could listen to you all day glad u MADE IT out of the other side enjoy life you deserve it bro!! Much respect 🍀

I really appreciate the amount of respect between these two people who lived and experienced very different lives because of the reconciliation they went through as they grew… always inspiring

Wow. Thank the both of you for bringing us all this. Real ones is an understatement.

Loved this my friend! Mel, is such a great storyteller. Big love to ya big man and thank you for changing lives through your beliefs and actions.

I had the privilege of meeting Mel this past weekend in SC. He's a great and humble man .

This was awesome. You have great questions for him. Good job. God is good. Praise Him all day every day!!

Thank you for the full video Jon Bernthal. Amazing podcast!

You have a way of showing the true power of Redemption! Thank you for shining your light. I also appreciate the positive masculinity! 👌🏻🌞

I love the Lord and the work He does thru people like this. I too have been a boil in the past, rejoicing in my iniquity and not ever realizing it. Today I rejoice in the Truth✝️

Amazing Podcast, ive watched numerous podcasts that have mel on and this one is at the top of the list for me . keep up the great work !

Such a great conversation. The 1%er lifestyle has always been so intriguing to me for years so this is right up my alley. Thanks Jon and Mel for this one 💪🏼🇺🇸

Wow this is crazy. I haven't thought about any of this in a long time. My aunt actually dated a Henchman when I was a kid. I've been through a lot, made a lot of bad choices and now I'm currently(49) on a journey to have a relationship with our Lord and savior and to see this and so many other things as I've been praying and noticing is so amazing and inspirational!!!

This is the first time in years ive sat down and listened for 2 plus hours to an interview. Salute 🫡 all of you real ones

prob one of my favs right here. the guy is a story telling machine, and he changed his life around ! Solid respect!! Love both these guys

Stand up guy. Respect from 🇬🇧 Jesus is king and nothing and no ones out of his reach🎉❤

Sounds a little like my own Way into the biker World. Met some friends i the lokal gym who showed up to be members of a mc club and things just went Wild and ended in drugs and a bad lifestyle. Im out of it now. 47 years Old and greatfull for life and my family. Thanks for great content. Inspirational.❤️🙂🙏🏻

Much respect for you taking a stand for Jesus and your life! I will say Mel, you really remind me of Greg Laurie, he's a pastor but for real just hearing you speak and in the face. I know your family is so glad to have you safe, alive and your mortal soul intact😊

Wow stumbled on this by complete accident and really needed this message. God is great. Thanks Mel And Jon everyone have a fantastic day

So thankful you made it through everything you've been through to get to where you are now to tell your story and inspire others..much love and respect ❤

What a kind & egoless man, much respect.

One of the most powerful testimonies to God's grace in this man.

Lot of wisdom and valuable life experience in this story. Thoroughly entertained. Good one Jon (and crew). A+

thank you Jon and Mel! Thanks for bringing glory to god! its amazing what god can do even to the president of the Hells Angels wow!

Great conversation. My dad went the academic route and went to Johns Hopkins in Baltimore for medicine, but his brother, my Uncle went hard like Mel. I'm happy he too managed to change his life and get out when get got older... Everyone deserves the chance to change. 👍 Mel you're a good man.

Mel your an inspiration. People need to hear your story. Specifically men trying to better themselves .

What a journey of faith! God’s hand was there all the time drawing Mel to Himself. Blessings to you.

I was just perusing youtube and this 👊😐👍 What a gem episode! All I can say is I am glued to this... highlight for me is this part of his story! 24:00 just wow!!!!

MEL IS A INCREDIBLE PERSON I SALUTE 🫡 HIM OVER AND OVER AND CANT WAIT FOR THE DOCUMENTARY 💪🏼🙏🏼

I grew up on Hartland ct down the block from the Hells Henchmen club house… great guys always looked out for the neighbourhood.

This episode made have changed my life from a black brother to another thank you guys

Love and respect. Grew up around the HA. Knew some good guys that are no longer with us due to rivalries. All men that didn't deserve that fate. People need to learn from the path and choices of others. Life is short.

This has to be the BEST interview i have ever watched. Could not put it sown.

I selfishly wanna listen to you guys all day, makes me happy

Jon ,,,, well done man Excellent questions incredible video This is what's up man i was always intrigued and curious with questions so This was very cool very amazing to listen to Like wow man wild incredible story Real one 💯

Powerful. Inspiring. Enjoyed it very much.

Ive listened to this several times. The Warrior Poet Way and this podcast has turned me back to God. I'll never be a perfect Christian but I'm making enough changes that even coworkers have mentioned it.

Really appreciate men who talk about faith! We need more men to do this! There is a real art to being a great listener and Jon you are a great artist in so many ways including that. Great podcasts! I love them! Blessings to you both!

Wow Mel! Incredible story bro. If I could have one wish it would be to meet you in person some day. I'd love to sit down and have a conversation with you. You are one of the most real people I've ever heard speak! You are truly blessed Much Love to you bro! Keep on speaking truth. JWM

What an amazing story. Thank you so much for sharing this.

I really like John's style of interviews and damn a real life Hells Angel who saw the light! The great undercover agent said Mel was the scariest Hells Angel he ever met! I've been beaten up by bikers and that world is a living hell. So happy you got out Mel.. Bless you.

Wow amazing story my favorite podcast keep um coming brotha💯💪🏽🙏

Thank goodness for God's grace. Anyone in christ is a new creation. The old has past away

Mel, a POWERFUL testimony! Jon, I rejoiced when I saw you, as a 'SAVED-by-Jesus' Host 😇

I heard this story once before and I can listen again

You are the light of my life, you complete me, and make me so happy I just want to shout it from a mountain top

This podcast is underrated so badly !!!! This episode Shia’s and Conejos are all 10/10 🔥

Man, this story sure strikes close to home. I too was unable to give a 100% to the Club (different Club) I was a member of and Honorably turned in my patch and got out. I gave my life to Christ, and my Wife and Daughter (she was 4 yrs old). That was in 2001. I still love and miss my Brothers and still see them on occasion, but the Lord had different plans for my life through the example set by my Wife. I Praise his name every day and am grateful that I have been able to spend my life with my Daughter as she grew up and with my Wife and her guiding light. He knew that I needed to be a part of raising my Daughter and draw closer to my Wife. I am truly unworthy. Thank you Lord. 🙏🙏🙏

A REALLY incredible conversation... we've all heard Mel talk before; but this hits differently. Thank you!

Amen!!!!! Brother. God works in mysterious ways 🙏.

What a great interview. As someone starting my channel and my path with God this was really good timing.

beautiful testimony, definitely great to see how God can take any situation or any person no matter where we are at in life and turn it into something that brings hope to others. Thanks for sharing

Big Mel is a Legend here in Chicago! We miss you Big dawg!

love the pod, another one smacked out of the park!

I saw some clips of this episode awhile ago but unfortunately Patreon isn't available where I live so I'm glad I can finally watch it

I didn't know you had a youtube channel lol. Great video, i found tiis randomly while listening to videos at work. Im a sub now for sure.

Had my full attention for every single minute.

Just came across your podcast Jon and what a great interview. Hey dude it's Kevin Lyons I drove the Honeywagon on Punisher S2 and I drove a HMU on the reshoots of saints of Newark.

Thank you Man! @ John Brent half I just found your channel I didn't know u was doing ya thing. God bless awsome stuff to listen to while heavy equipment operating lol

Its amazing how close my life and Mel's life is. The great family but chose the street life, and how going to prison changed his life. Our stories are definitely different but man its amazing how people can change and stay focused on the future and life. I came home and changed my life and just celebrated my 40th birthday with my friends and family, with my 5 year old. I been sober and on yhe right oath since 8/7/15... this story was so impactful to me and how important my life is and how just being the good guy is. Im happy today and at peace in my heart and i feel like since im one of the few that made it its my job to be my best everyday. Thank you for this one.

Once again Mel Thank you . Lacey Grace ❤️🙏💪🏻

First time viewer here. Won’t be the last. Couldn’t figure out where I knew ya from for the first half of the show though. Lol. Great interview though! I recalled seeing you on JRE and thought,yeah dude was talking about his podcast. And here it is. Excellent man! Keep up the good work. Oh yeah….. Great job on your role in The Pacific!! Frickin loved it!!!

man. i saw some photos of this guy when he was younger and he was absolutely massive. he is still an absolute beast of a man. there’s no wonder why people gravitated to him. to a lot of people this guy is a “REAL MAN” i aspire to be more like Mel Chancey.

what a beautiful testimony. God bless this man. I just watch Hulk hogans testimony. And I remember him bringing up this guys name.

Jon was badass in The Walking Dead, and I caught the Shia LaBeouf, which really opened my eyes. Thankyou

Incredible life journey ✝️

Man this was a great listen Mel has a crazy story

This man is an inspiration to all. There was a special plan that the Creator had for him since the beginning and he knew it.

OMG ITS CRAZY how much Mel looks and sounds like Ed Koz!!! IDENTICAL!!!! The way they talk, voice, manurisms, ect!!!😢 R.I.P. ED ..... MISS U BROTHER, ur BOYS R IN GOOD HANDS!!!! ... BLUECHALK

This is by far the best pod cast I can sip on a Nice cold beer after a Nice Dinner in my man Cave an chill thank you brother.

Loved this keep up the good work

great sit down.........you were so professional mate just listening to Mel and soaking it in........awesome Mel sit down with Michael Franzese too.....

My older cousin! I love you Mel! So happy to be a small part of the chancey family. You all saved my life and made me a man. I'll love you all forever and will always be proud

i respect Mel and I'm in a strange place at the moment and find a lot of inspiration and a road out of the fast lane

fantastic content... early in the morning before work. gets me right ✅️

Jon, please do a docu-series on Mel. Please. You would make it special and the world needs to hear is message and see his light.

If you ain't got Jesus you ain't nothing.... This is a wicked world we live in very few escape...

Saved by Grace So powerful

Incredible story and comeback!!

This guy seems to be a gentle giant. From listening to him, it was not always the case. What an amazing testimony. 😇✝️🙏🏻😇✝️🙏🤠🦋💯🍻

This was a riveting podcast 💀 this man is so fascinating and I am a brand new fan ❤️👽🔥

Awesome interview!

Jon is by far the coolest down to earth greatest actor in Hollywood!!!! If he’s in the movie I’m not missing it.

I love Mel! I lifted with him as a child on Sunday’s at the original USA! Nw polecats!

Real deal. Great story thanks for sharing.

Love your channel JB you were made for this 👍🏽

Best episode. Respect

Wish Thompson was around to sit down with you, Jon. Great episode.

Omg I would pay money to see a "Heman" movie with this guy!!!

Great Interview, i really enjoyed it..💯 🇮🇹🇺🇲

Mel has helped me god bless u brother

This story reminds me of the Nicky Cruz's story Run Baby Run...same kinda thing. Very cool that they were saved by the grace of God

This deserves more likes

Think I've watched every video around with Mel in, what a stand up guy he seems to be.

Great conversation 💬👍🏼

Great convo, even though it took over an hour to realize this was really a movie push. But still a great talk, looking forward to the big screenadaptation.