Thanks Mark for letting me share my own personal life story. Hopefully everyone will enjoy my candor and funny personality. If I could help someone out and lift them by my story then it's a win for me and them. Much love to everyone even the Haters. Hey Mark I still got some Meat on the Bone for a Part 3.

We need Todd back for a third time. I can listen to him talk forever.

Intense, aware, wise. This guy should speak to youth for sure.

Dude is a champion. They should have him speak in schools

I really really appreciate Todds straightforwardness. Its refreshing. He says what he means never mincing words. Seems like a really good guy.

Wow. Todd's backstory is a lesson in self-reliance and mental toughness. He's also the among the best, if not the best story teller in the history of this channel. Absolutely riveting. Glad he came out of this with his head intact. Live long and well brother.

Strong enough to discipline himself - smart enough to listen & learn

A lot of prison guards could learn a lot from this man .

Love this dude, as a former NYC medic, 9/11 responder, and current psychiatric tech, I can relate to a lot of what he is saying, people need this kind of truth in society, this is true knowledge, you don't learn these life lessons in college. Love your content brother, keep them coming.

I appreciate Todd coming back for round two. He definitely had the right disposition to work in prison. I worked 30 years in a prison and it's a shame people like him are a dying breed in cdcr.

I’ve been working in the prison system for 24 years. We are just like the inmates. Struggling to overcome our darkness.

I love this guy! You can tell he's really genuine. What you see is what you get.

He is just like the rest of us in the early 80's. My Dad was the head CO in Alameda County and ran the streets in Oakland. He taught me a lot of the same things this guy talks about.

This guy was droppin' truth bombs from the moment he began unpacking. A wise man indeed.

Finished interview. Incredibly powerful...Bring him back in the future please!!

This is the type of guy you could sit down with and talk to for hours. Just a legit dude that has seen it all and doesn't mind telling it like it is. I actually haven't seen part one with Todd yet. I'll be watching that next!

Man’s kept it real and was so blunt and straightforward

I really loved his first interview. I’m so happy he’s back.

I really love your channel man. I know he's an intense guy but I really appreciate that he didn't let bad things in life crush him and take him down a worse route. He was given lemons and made lemonade. My father and my siblings all grew up in somewhat similar situations to him here in Australia. We were kicked out of home in our early to mid teens, working, renting, going to school and there was an easy route to go to drugs or turn to crime but we pulled through. It forced us all to grow up very fast. For me, I was very lucky to have a good community of friends and an older brother. The army was a good place for me to go to so I could get my shit together too. I guess in those ways, I could really relate to what he said.

I’ve been friends with Todd for years. We met in Vegas, hit it off, and have been friends ever since. He is the real deal. He’s exactly in real life how you see him here in these interviews. Great dude!

They say when you need a hero you must become one. This man was definitely his own hero in life. #Respect

This guy is the definition of "street smart".

Thanks for having him back on Mark. Todd’s story has a lot to learn from

I used to live near Todd for like 10 years. He’s so cool. Everyone used to call him the Mayor of the neighborhood because he gets along with everyone and he knows what is going on with everyone. He’s a good guy.

thanks for coming back to us all todd to continue your story

I’ve never commented on any of the videos until now. This guy is a winner. Glad you had him on again. Last time was too short.

Hey Todd, 39-year-old man here just start off as a correctional officer about to be in the Academy. Love listening to you talk thanks for your share only hope for the happiness of things for your future.

This man has a great take on life. He knows where he has been, how messed up some of it was, and yet he has a handle on things in spite of it all. Thanks for another great video, Mark.

Him and his brother are lucky they had each other! Good for him for all he indured through life, Good for him not turning to drugs! It kept him on somewhat of a good direction !!

Todd you ought to start your own podcast… the honesty is refreshing

I overcame horrors of my own exactly like this man did. With the same mindset. People always ask me how I didn't turn into a cutter, addict or suicidal. The desire of the mind and soul to overcome is incredible. RELENTLESS! That is the word. Thank you for this amazing interview. I feel whole because there is someone else like me. I feel understood. These interviews have been so healing and I thank you both.

I would really love Todd to write a book about his life story! This would really hit the number one best seller! Thank you Todd for your story. I grew up in the San Fernando Valley as well back in the 80's.. Please come back and tell your story again!! Have a great day!

LOVE Todd!!!!! Saved me today to hear his words….I am 71 and this man’s raw honesty helped me .. THANKYOU Todd keep coming on here and just talk ❤

Todd, your tenacity is astonishing! Remember though, you only die once. You live every day. It already looks like you view every day as a gift! You're inspiring!

Yes! What an excellent man! As he said himself "8 out of 10 people growing up in the same rough environment as he and his brother would be...." Yes, he's correct! Good for him!! He HAS empathy, gratitude and humility!

Todd, your story is inspiring. Sounds like you would have been one of the cool COs where inmates would have been glad to have you on their cellblock. You gotta make the best of your life and what youve been given. Hope to see a part 3

One of my favorite interviews on Soft White Underbelly. I love the attitude and passion.

probably the realest, most honest person you've interviewed yet. love it

Fabulous and very enlightening. He has so much compassion and empathy.

Todd ... YOU ARE a true survivor ! To me : you are a success story for not ending up like so many others who break up. My highest respect to you. God bless you & your brother. You guys are truly lucky & very hard working.

I have nothing but mad respect for this man !!! I can relate on many levels including working for the post office. Thanks for the follow up vid !!!

I love this guy. I've had a totally different background but I know I could sit and have really interesting talks with him. His combination of good chat and humanity and physical / mental presence seems perfect for the kind of work he did.

Wow! Todd, I'm so glad you came back. You are so inspiring and it's contagious. I can see you going speaking engagements to other troubled youths. You must get this out in large scale. Blessings brother. " To that which is given much, much is expected ", something like that. Please come back to SWU when you can.

Todd reminds me so much of one of my favorite friends I used to hang with. Intense, brutally honest, heart of F'n gold. Similar childhood, as well. Although Todd's stories are great, it is his interpretation of them that fascinates me. Not a judgmental bone in his body, just tells it like is. This is one of Mark's best as an interviewer.

He said he would be back! Todd, the man, the myth the legend!

I truly respect you Todd, after watching the first interview I needed more of your story. I wish I had an older brother growing up, would have definitely helped me. Keep spreading the positive message of hard work.

Man I wish I could meet this guy he reminds me of a close buddy of mine that has passed away. This is a true straight up Dude.

Man, when he mentioned "it's luck" that hit home. I worked in the cemetery business for a bit and as logical and rational as I tried to be about things sometimes, I learned that luck really does have a lot to do with life even if you don't believe in it. I relate to his story in some ways and there's been plenty of times in my life where I know I shoulda died, but I'm still here. Why? Cause sometimes it's just luck.

When I saw this pop up I said YES! Fascinating guy. LOVE the authenticity. Easily one of the best guests. God bless. Thank you.

Transparent, awesome story teller. Survival mentality probably helped more people than he knows while a CO. 🙏

I appreciate what you do Mark. Todd, thanks for sharing. Tough start you had but chose to rise above it, hope your brother is doing fine.

I like this guy. Got to appreciate him. Thanks for helping others. You and your brother made it out of a terrible situation. God bless you.

I could listen to him for hours!! Love the follow up and hope he comes back and does another one!!

You're amazing Todd. Seriously one of the BEST INTERVIEWS! THANKS Mark and Todd

i love hearing the stories you shared Todd. can't make this up and im pretty sure we wouldn't hear these stories anywhere else. Thanks for sharing your story.

I'm looking forward to seeing part 3!! Great interview!! Sending love from Belgrade, Serbia 😊😊😊😊

I really appreciate this man. Straight forward, no mincing of words. Period.

One of THE BEST interviews ! I could listen to him talk for a long time - Much respect

Very positive outlook. It’s commendable.

Mark, you are definitely the best when it comes interviews with amazing people. This is another great interview

This dude is so likeable. I feel like I know him and suspect we would hit it off and have a great conversation despite entirely different backgrounds.

I can relate to him. Glad to see someone making it out and giving back 🙌

This is a total gem of a guest. Lots of life experience. Very personable. I could hear him talk for hours. The insanity that he saw in the prison has molded a very unique personality on top of his upbringing. Several times I couldn’t breathe I was laughing so hard.

This was an awesome interview. I absolutely love you Todd, you are straight up, no BS here.Honestly, it’s the only way to be. Keep on keepin on, man.

it always boils down to having more HEART, like the gentleman here said. You can have the best of circumstances, but if you have HEART, you will always win. Good interview by the interviewee again, no interruptions, let the man talk.

appriciatw the story and the follow up, such a amazing person to share his story, Thank You Mark

I loved hearing his story, many blessings to him!❤ I see a future movie or documentary on him!

Thanks for another great video. I can relate to so much of this

Loved the first episode thanks Todd for doing the follow up much enjoyed. Take care

These drop at 4 am for me lol gives me something to listen to at work

You are such a great representation of humanity and decency. We need more men out here like you. Thank you for paying your wisdom forward with your mentorship and positivity. You rock!

I worked in a state prison for 11 years...This man speaks the truth! I was a civilian employee, and security kept most incidents under wraps. But, there is real horror behind prison walls. More reality from Todd, (part 3) he seems a good guy with a conscience.

Strong man. He did good getting out of that rough life! Be proud, Sir.

This gentleman is from the same area that I am from The SF Valley. It's crazy that we even did the same things for fun. Surprised, I don't know him. He had a great story & you gave him the chance to share it. Thank you for all you do.

What a story! Great. Inspiring. Thank you!

Thank you for sharing your life story. A very powerful talk that's very inspiring.

This man has unending compassion for others given the life he was handed. This is a great video and peek into a life that most of us know nothing about. Oh humanity……….our choices-great consequences.

Nice, I was hoping he would do another interview. I could listen to him for a min

I think this guy is ur best guest. Everything comes out so smooth. He knows how to keep the viewers glued. He could def do a book or a movie.

What he says in the last 3 or 4 minutes is the most crucial and relevant. Hé is right. The youth are lost.

Great interview.....this guys life is great story for a good movie.

I dig this guy so much - the way he talks straight, always has a story to tell, his whole attitude... He's been through a lot, and had the perseverance to make something of his life. That's something that you're born with. He's a role model of sorts for those who experienced a rough childhood - a walking example of life's possibilities. 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

Todd is an awesome dude just straight forward and to the point no unnecessary bs filler in between just the meat and potatoes.Hes a great story teller.Really refreshing we need more ppl like him in this current society.He would be an awesome uncle 2 have.Ur the man Todd hope u come back 4 a 3rd round bro.👍

As a janitor in a big junior high school, I can relate to this man

The basketball example really shows you how Todd draws his strength and channels his energy.

Todd...you are definitely intense...luved listening to your life and experience with the prison system ...you are very direct and frank...peace to you!

Thanks. Thanks. I can never thank you enough for putting this video out. Been waiting for it. 😁💯👍

Such a genuine, cool dude. Relate to him a lot with his mom and sibling less than 2 years apart, we’re not twins but basically. Ive always felt like her mom now after my mom died when I was 18 too from her drug addiction.

Super interesting guy. Love… how he didn’t allow an unfortunate start in life to prevent him from working hard to do and be better; how he has the personality to get along with everyone; how he was and still is wise enough to learn from older people; his no-nonsense, yet fair mentality; paying it forward; appreciating the little things…

Thank you Todd for sharing your experiences.

Hey Todd, great to see you back. Love your style and your message. Need to see you back again to get some more Todd!

Wonderful storyteller, captivating.

Hi Todd. Welcome back. Thank you again for sharing.

Awesome testimony. Really enjoyed this episode. You can tell he is a overall really cool dude

You are inspiring! I’m similar (only child to an only child). Ran away from home, put myself through university. Everyday I do my best to be my best. I was a flight attendant out of university so I could finally travel and see the world. Now I’m a teacher, trying to make a difference. I have been determined since the age of 5 that I needed to become successful and I knew I would be doing it alone. You have given me a lot of great stuff to think about.

I wish you all the best. Some of the strongest people are strong because they learned to survive in difficult families.

Hes a year older than me. We're the last generation growing up without the internet. I'm happy to experience that💪❤👍.

Yes! I was waiting to hear from him again! I could listen to him talk all day. I clicked on this one so fast.

So funny how food stamps is now a "Benefit" credit card. I love this guy...he is really the type of man i hope to meet... no bullshit and straight up real human being. A Mensch!

Man Mark this is a cool dude down to earth old school likes freestyle 😅 one of my favorites.Great video you and the Corrections officer much respect you guys are extraordinary thank you