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.

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.

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

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!

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!!!

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 🙏🏻

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 💙

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

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

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. 👌

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

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

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

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.

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!

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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!

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.

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 .

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

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

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

Real recognise real spanian. Went thru similar in the boys homes in w.a ended up heroin habit done 14 yrs 2002 to 2016. Been out over 5yrs now, legit got good woman kids etc don't do crime or use anymore this story brought up alot of memories. Remission got stopped in w.a in 2002. Mad Respect for what you do g!

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!

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.

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

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

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

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?

1,2,3 &4 wing was the ,"CIP" 6,7,89 & 10wings are MRP. Caspar was a legend.. He was closer to 6'4" but bulked up Big Time whilst waiting on the Jamie Partlic drama. I was there one time when Johnny (Doc) Lake told Caspar that it was Not a good idea to bulk up..

That was an engaging, poignant, real and intense conversation. You fellas didn’t skip a beat. Massive respect.

I love how respected and respectful spanian is it shows he is the real deal

RIP Russ you bloody legend

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

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

From a similar backstory during same time period ain’t done no where near as much time as Russ but shows ya even when we become old old school it’s never to late to find meaning in life to do better we still have our demons but through brothers n family we’ve learnt how to navagite civi life,big respect mate....

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

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

I hear you bro i was a victom of the Eden Park Salvation Army Boys Home in the 70's , Been a royal commission Dogs are paying for it just waiting now for the stack 2 of the salvo dogs topped themself to escape from time.

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

Yes Span...you da man!

two top blokes and true aussies great yarn, RIP Russell

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

Good to see an old head on that doesn’t boast about his stories. Getting abo on here would be top notch. Onya boys

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

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

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

North Sydney courts had the criminals getting unloaded from the prison transport trucks in a lil lane behind the courts so you had to walk around two corners to get to the front of the courts. I made handcuff keys for plenty of people. Mainly for long trips so they could relax without cuffs during the trip..

spanian thats was a gun interview well done im Chilean from Adelaide older than u r and I really would love to say thank u for helping me change my life for goodI love watching all your interviews really inspirational keep up the good work thank u take care hermano👍👍💯

Rest in peace russle. You were a stand up fella after the crime and you will be missed dearly

HANDS DOWN BEST INTERVIEW YET.

Praise the Lord ❤

My husband was sent to Parramatta at 16 in 1981. Sending kid's to adult faculties was common back then

Rip big fulla

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

Russ was exposing the truth

This was a tremendous interview! I'm a goody not a baddy, but i can really appreciate the caliber of this gentleman! Pointe du chapeau Mr Manser!

Respect brothers🙏

Good onya lads. Seen Russell in the Bulletin today for the good work he's doing and for not robbing banks 🙃Great turnaround brah. I'm on a similar journey. Been home since 2019.

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 💯

Rip to this legend. Can’t believe he is gone

I’m 27:24 mins in in QLD remissions went out in 2001. I got sentenced in “99” with 10 months on remand. I got a 8 yr top wit a 2yr 10m bottom , 2003/2004 was my remission date! Sentence management called me up said RTW after 3years. When I took that I lost all my remissions! I didn’t get out until August 2007. ……….I still don’t know how they kept me over my prison sentence!!!!!!!!!🤷🏼‍♂️

Geez what a hard life he had. That’s f*cked he had to grow through all that abuse. Happy to see him turn his life around like you Span! Good podcast as always brother much love ❤️

Bruv make the book a audiobook most of the boys in lock up don't read but they will listen to a yarn on tape ...appreciate the work you do hopefully we can put a end this corruption and abuse happening

Oh man, RIP RUSS 🙏 ❤️

RIP Russ. Gone too soon. Cheers to your good work etc after prison mate 🙏

You’re a dead set legend Spanion, you do better work than most straighty 180’s… keep giving people hope mate.

100000% take him up on his offer, the 2 of you could make such a difference

Great interview . I actually worked in a bank close to the one he robbed in George street Sydney . Remember being on high alert in the coming days . Crazy how you think it’s this animal but it’s a guy you love to have a beer with. Spaniard does a great job here just listening . Lot of hosts crap on about themselves . Great stories just need a mic and let them go . Great job 👏

I really enjoyed this, great story teller.

SPANIAN BACK WITH THE BEST PODCAST OCE LETS OGE

Thanks again Brother 👍🏽 keep them coming 🙏🏽😊

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

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

His hands shaking talking about his abuse. Sad to hear ... thanks for sharing

I know Russ very well, definitely turned his life around, always says what he's says word for word. One of us few that has made it 👊

This was one of my favourite ever yarns from two of my favourite inspirational men on the planet 👏👏👏

You were a product of the system Russell. Once you've been hell, there wasn't much left for you to fear. So you were free to keep doing whatever crimes you want. No punishment was going to be worse than what you'd already been though. Glad to see you make it out the other side man. 👍

I was in the CIP at 16. The older guys with pull,like Tom Domican,Jockey & Neddie Smith etc called us the ,,"Tin Lids"(kids) & we were Totally off limits to the older deviates. It was pretty safe for the youngsters..If Anyone tried to stand over us they'd get drama from the True Gangsters..In the early 90s armed robberies were getting 25-40 yrs whilst killers getting Life were doing 12- 14 yrs on average..

Brah, I was just watching this and later found out he died yesterday.

Best interview you've done bro 👌

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

What a story!!! Thank you...

MY FAVOURITE PART OF EVERY WEEK, THE NEW SPANIAN BABBBBYYYYYY

Good pod bra , get him back on the pod 110%

Brother you don't even understand how much this pod cast helps the youth these days, brahh I did a stretch in youth services, they can't tell us what is eating them alive from the inside, they mention crime, sexual abuse, or any sort of anger against family or outsider, as a mandatory reporter you have to report that shit, no safe place in the system brother. What you do, people can get their in-depth shit out with no consequences, lift that burden and get the world off their shoulders, and keep on trucking brother 💯%.

This dude is a true og I'm buying his book !!!

Awful what they did to this man. Rip mate. Much love

You are the best Spanian! We all know it.

Best interview yet you give me hope