Nightmare Success In and Out

• From Bad Things On The Streets: To Healthy Treats: The Owen Hanson Story

  A surfer kid from California, Owen Hanson was still in his twenties when he found himself the leader of a multimillion-dollar criminal empire. What began as an attempt to fit in with the rich kids at the University of Southern California soon grew into gambling and loan sharking, which then opened the door to drug trafficking and money laundering. Hanson wasn’t just involved in this stuff—he excelled at it. Living the fast-paced lifestyle of the rich and famous, Hanson was finally gaining the respect he craved. But with the cartel, a serious drug-abuse problem, and the pursuit of the FBI all threatening to overtake him, it wouldn't be long before his glamorous lifestyle caught up with him. It all came to a head with a 21 year Federal Sentence. Instead of wallowing in self pity, Hanson got reinspired with his entrepreneur instincts. He created a protein ice cream in a mop bucket in prison, and California Ice Protein was born. Hanson is ramping up to take California Ice Protein all across the country. If you like comeback stories, sprinkled with words of lived experience for building a business...this is your episode. Find Owen Hanson on social media platforms ⁠ ⁨@theofficialcakid⁩ ⁠ ...get your personal signed copy of his book The California Kid at his website : thecaliforniakid.comShow sponsors: Navigating the challenges of white-collar crime? The White-Collar Support Group at Prisonist.org offers guidance, resources, and a community for those affected. Discover support today at Prisonist.org Protect your online reputation with Discoverability! Use code NIGHTMARE SUCCESS for an exclusive discount on services to boost your digital image and online reputation. Visit Discoverability.co and secure your online presence today. Skip the hassle of car shopping with Auto Plaza Direct. They’ll handle every detail to find your perfect vehicle. Visit AutoPlazaDirect.com "Your personal car concierge!"

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• Honored Combat Veteran to Conviction: Jeremy Harrell's Battle with PTSD and the DOJ

  How does an honored combat veteran who became an expert on PTSD helping so many with the Veterans Club, end up in prison? Jeremy Harrell survived the Iraq War only to return home to a different kind of battlefield—PTSD. Jeremy has been hailed as a leader in veteran advocacy and mental health. He founded the Veterans Club that has been nationally heralded as the leader of veteran PTSD treatment. Jeremy’s world unraveled when he was convicted of veteran benefit fraud with being disabled with PTSD. Jeremy did not diagnose himself of PTSD, no, that was diagnosed by several doctors. Jeremy took his case to trial and lost. Fresh out of federal prison, Jeremy joins us to talk about the fight for his reputation, the realities of navigating the justice system, and why the Bureau of Prisons now sees him as a voice for hope and redemption. This is a raw, honest look at the thin line how good people that are helping people can follow into the justice system abyss. A warrior for criminal justice reform has been awakened: Jeremy Harrell.Show sponsors: Navigating the challenges of white-collar crime? The White-Collar Support Group at Prisonist.org offers guidance, resources, and a community for those affected. Discover support today at Prisonist.org Protect your online reputation with Discoverability! Use code NIGHTMARE SUCCESS for an exclusive discount on services to boost your digital image and online reputation. Visit Discoverability.co and secure your online presence today. Skip the hassle of car shopping with Auto Plaza Direct. They’ll handle every detail to find your perfect vehicle. Visit AutoPlazaDirect.com "Your personal car concierge!"

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• Finding Hope in Chaos: The Noah Asher Journey

  Noah Asher is an award-winning author, podcast host, speaker, and CEO, known for his impactful work surrounding reentry and rehabilitation. His first book, CHAOS, has reached over 1.4 million people, sparking change and inspiring those on the path to purpose and redemption. Through his writing, speaking, and leadership, Noah’s mission is clear: to bring Hope, Help, and Humor to those living in their darkest moments. His unique perspective and passion make him one of the leading voices in the conversation around prison reform and personal transformation. Noah's journey to becoming a change-maker began ten years ago when his life took a dramatic turn. Arrested and struggling with depression, he attempted to take his life in jail. But after surviving that attempt, he realized that while he couldn’t change where he was physically, he could change where he was mentally and spiritually. Today, Noah dedicates his life to helping individuals find purpose in their pain and embrace the power of their past. Life experience wisdom is shared throughout this episode.​​​Noah's journey to becoming a change-maker began ten years ago when his life took a dramatic turn. Arrested and struggling with depression, he attempted to take his life in jail. But after surviving that attempt, he realized that while he couldn’t change where he was physically, he could change where he was mentally and spiritually. Show sponsors: Navigating the challenges of white-collar crime? The White-Collar Support Group at Prisonist.org offers guidance, resources, and a community for those affected. Discover support today at Prisonist.org Protect your online reputation with Discoverability! Use code NIGHTMARE SUCCESS for an exclusive discount on services to boost your digital image and online reputation. Visit Discoverability.co and secure your online presence today. Skip the hassle of car shopping with Auto Plaza Direct. They’ll handle every detail to find your perfect vehicle. Visit AutoPlazaDirect.com "Your personal car concierge!"     

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• "Alive Again: The Andreea Parc Redemption Story"

  Andreea Parc was living what many would call the American Dream—a successful New York attorney with a thriving practice. But that dream unraveled when her law firm was raided for immigration fraud. Convicted and sent to prison, Andreea lost everything—except her will to transform.In this raw and inspiring episode, she shares her journey from courtroom success to courtroom defendant, from prison walls to personal breakthrough. Now a mindset coach and author of Alive Again, Andreea opens up about shame, resilience, and the power of starting over. This is not just a story of crime and consequence—it’s about redemption, reinvention, and reclaiming your life.Tune in to hear how Andreea Parc turned her lowest moment into her greatest calling.Show sponsors: Navigating the challenges of white-collar crime? The White-Collar Support Group at Prisonist.org offers guidance, resources, and a community for those affected. Discover support today at Prisonist.org Protect your online reputation with Discoverability! Use code NIGHTMARE SUCCESS for an exclusive discount on services to boost your digital image and online reputation. Visit Discoverability.co and secure your online presence today. Skip the hassle of car shopping with Auto Plaza Direct. They’ll handle every detail to find your perfect vehicle. Visit AutoPlazaDirect.com "Your personal car concierge!"

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• The Bookie behind the Shohei Ohtani story: Mindset is Mathew Bowyer’s Superpower

  Do you remember the sport story that captivated the nation about LA Dodgers Shohei Ohtani who's business manager and interpreter was illegally gambling millions of Ohtani's money? In this episode of the Nightmare Success podcast, host Brent Cassity interviews Mathew Bowyer, who was the bookie who ran the largest exclusive illegal sports book in the nation to the rich and famous. Matt shares his journey from a challenging childhood marked by family struggles and a gambling addiction to creating the largest illegal sports betting business in the nation. Matthew was indicted last year and decided to take a path that almost no one takes while under indictment. He decided to start an Instagram account for people to follow his story while he is living through a personal storm. The Instagram @mathewbowyer5 account now has over 85,000 followers in six months. Is this a new way to handle an indictment crisis? He is definitely showing resilience and courage. His sentencing is October of 2025. The conversation delves into themes of resilience, personal growth, and owning your story. He discusses the moral dilemmas he faced in commodity trading, the thrill and addiction of gambling, and the consequences of his choices, including the FBI raid with his son in the car that changed his life. Mathew reflects on the emptiness that accompanied his financial success and the importance of recalibrating his life moving forward. He shares the challenges of facing public scrutiny and the decision to share his story through social media and a forthcoming book Recalibrated and a documentary. His experiences serve as a reminder that while life can be challenging, it is possible to emerge stronger and help others along the way. When he has this crisis behind him, he plans to mentor major league baseball players and NFL players how to avoid the addiction of gambling that created his nightmare.Show sponsors: Navigating the challenges of white-collar crime? The White-Collar Support Group at Prisonist.org offers guidance, resources, and a community for those affected. Discover support today at Prisonist.org Protect your online reputation with Discoverability! Use code NIGHTMARE SUCCESS for an exclusive discount on services to boost your digital image and online reputation. Visit Discoverability.co and secure your online presence today. Skip the hassle of car shopping with Auto Plaza Direct. They’ll handle every detail to find your perfect vehicle. Visit AutoPlazaDirect.com "Your personal car concierge!"

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