Episode
#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
1:14:40
Published: Mon May 03 2021
Description
Steven Dudley is the Director of InSight Crime, a crime & public security reporter and an author. MS-13 are one of the best known gangs in the world. President Trump declared war on them and called them a national security threat. Today we get to hear exactly how the gang works from the most informed MS-13 expert on the planet. Expect to learn how MS-13 have become so dangerous without any single leader, how the gang initiates new members, the terrifyingly difficult prospect of trying to leave the organisation, how the gang are both victimisers and victims, the danger of them entering into politics and much more... Sponsors: Get over 37% discount on all products site-wide from MyProtein at http://bit.ly/modernwisdom (use code: MODERNWISDOM) Get 20% discount & free shipping on your Lawnmower 3.0 at https://www.manscaped.com/ (use code MODERNWISDOM) Extra Stuff: Buy MS-13: https://amzn.to/3xxOktc Follow Steven on Twitter - https://twitter.com/stevensdudley Get my free Ultimate Life Hacks List to 10x your daily productivity → https://chriswillx.com/lifehacks/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): https://www.patreon.com/modernwisdom - Get in touch. Join the discussion with me and other like minded listeners in the episode comments on the MW YouTube Channel or message me... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ModernWisdomPodcast Email: https://www.chriswillx.com/contact
Chapters
This podcast discusses how MS-13 operates without a single leader and without as much money as other criminal organizations.
00:00 - 01:45 (01:45)
Summary
This podcast discusses how MS-13 operates without a single leader and without as much money as other criminal organizations. They cover the gang's initiation process, difficulty in trying to leave the organization, and potential danger if they enter politics.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
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01:45 - 06:50 (05:04)
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Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The MS-13 gang's leadership structure, known as "the wheel" or "the leadership circle," is highly decentralized, with various factions operating independently.
06:50 - 11:32 (04:42)
Summary
The MS-13 gang's leadership structure, known as "the wheel" or "the leadership circle," is highly decentralized, with various factions operating independently. Despite this, the gang is notorious for its gruesome acts of violence against its rivals.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
This text discusses how criminal organizations like the Mexican Mafia and the Surreños control prisons by trading favors and brokering meetings, managing visitation rights for family members, and controlling special assistance administration.
11:32 - 19:25 (07:52)
Summary
This text discusses how criminal organizations like the Mexican Mafia and the Surreños control prisons by trading favors and brokering meetings, managing visitation rights for family members, and controlling special assistance administration. They can also open doors for political campaign privileges inside prisons, among other things.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
An investigative journalist in Mexico claims criminal organizations like cartels are more social communities than criminal organizations.
19:25 - 26:22 (06:57)
Summary
An investigative journalist in Mexico claims criminal organizations like cartels are more social communities than criminal organizations. In many cases, the most entrepreneurial members are pushed out of the structure and don't use the organization for their sophisticated criminal activities.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The reasons for joining a gang can vary depending on the individual and community, and are not always tied to a desire for criminal behavior.
26:22 - 34:05 (07:42)
Summary
The reasons for joining a gang can vary depending on the individual and community, and are not always tied to a desire for criminal behavior. Additionally, the impact of violence within homes on gang involvement is often overlooked.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The process of becoming a gang member can vary greatly between countries and regions, with some requiring new members to commit violent acts and others starting with simple tasks.
34:05 - 39:09 (05:04)
Summary
The process of becoming a gang member can vary greatly between countries and regions, with some requiring new members to commit violent acts and others starting with simple tasks. These differences impact the sense of community within the gang and contribute to its overall identity.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The structure of life in a gang is similar to the structure in the evangelical church, as long as commitment and dedication are shown.
39:10 - 45:56 (06:46)
Summary
The structure of life in a gang is similar to the structure in the evangelical church, as long as commitment and dedication are shown. Both have strict rules and consequences for those who stray away from the group's core values.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
MS-13 and 18th Street gangs form a strong presence inside the prison to confront stronger prison gangs that perpetrate rapes, extortions, and assaults on inmates' family members with guards' support.
45:56 - 51:58 (06:01)
Summary
MS-13 and 18th Street gangs form a strong presence inside the prison to confront stronger prison gangs that perpetrate rapes, extortions, and assaults on inmates' family members with guards' support. Gang members even apply for relief to stay in the US after serving their sentence.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The podcast discusses the flaws of gang databases, including how four-year-olds were mistakenly included in a gang database in California, and the history of special police units, like the Los Angeles-based Crash, that were created to combat gangs.
51:58 - 57:34 (05:35)
Summary
The podcast discusses the flaws of gang databases, including how four-year-olds were mistakenly included in a gang database in California, and the history of special police units, like the Los Angeles-based Crash, that were created to combat gangs.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
In the medium term, creating competing communities is crucial to address core root problems that lead people to join extremist spaces.
57:34 - 1:02:52 (05:17)
Summary
In the medium term, creating competing communities is crucial to address core root problems that lead people to join extremist spaces. In the long term, protecting and involving people, ensuring their interests are aligned with others, and addressing violence in the home must be addressed.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The evolution of criminal groups leads to the development of legitimate portions over time.
1:02:53 - 1:08:04 (05:11)
Summary
The evolution of criminal groups leads to the development of legitimate portions over time. Hastening this transformation may result in lower levels of violence and extortion.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The gang mentality is not just restricted to a narrow strip of the population but rather young adults ranging from 18 to 25 who extort and commit criminal activities.
1:08:04 - 1:13:25 (05:20)
Summary
The gang mentality is not just restricted to a narrow strip of the population but rather young adults ranging from 18 to 25 who extort and commit criminal activities. Lack of opportunities and financial stability are some of the driving factors behind such destructive behavior.
Episode#316 - Steven Dudley - MS-13: America's Most Notorious Gang
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker promotes discount codes for my protein and Manscaped sites, both available worldwide, for maximum discount and free shipping.
1:13:25 - 1:14:38 (01:12)
Summary
The speaker promotes discount codes for my protein and Manscaped sites, both available worldwide, for maximum discount and free shipping. Links and codes are available in the show notes.