How I learned to read -- and trade stocks -- in prison | Curtis "Wall Street" Carroll

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  • @lindseylim8026
    @lindseylim8026 6 років тому +1765

    His enthusiasm and happiness about his ability to read. Brought tears to my eyes.
    He is so intelligent.

    • @stephaniewilliams3428
      @stephaniewilliams3428 5 років тому +52

      Watching this young man for some reason gives me hope. I'm a 50yr white woman who at one time had everything I could've ever wanted. Now I NEVER see my adult kids nor my grandbabies. I live on a puny Disability check & I live in some crummy apartments, also with no vehicle. My family down here WILL NOT help me or co-sign for me to get a loan while they're raking in the dough.
      However, this young man learned to read, spell, & taught himself about money. God bless you young man for giving others hope.

    • @shanewatson7022
      @shanewatson7022 5 років тому +3

      He’s a murder..

    • @DylanAGames
      @DylanAGames 5 років тому +5

      generic username they are correlated, though. It was his intelligence that told him to push through the pain of reading a book and learning to read. He wanted to stop his ways. If he wasn’t intelligent he would’ve stopped 2 pages into that book.

    • @robertmartinez9079
      @robertmartinez9079 5 років тому +1

      @@stephaniewilliams3428 may you be financially literate

    • @music7307
      @music7307 5 років тому +2

      @@Arbitrary_Moniker I mean I understand the nuances that you are differentiating but you can't deny this dude is intelligent. This inference not only comes from his speech, but the fact that he learned the stock market..

  • @Dead_L4st
    @Dead_L4st 6 років тому +1643

    As someone who's recieved a decent education and who is constantly expanding his knowledge, I seriously wish I was as well spoken as this man. He speaks like someone with a double major bachelor's degree in finance and sociology. The speech was so articulate and concise in its delivery that it felt like every single word was necessary. He naturally intergrated some higher level words in such a casual way it sounded like he's always talked like this.
    Seriously, he's not just a testament to financial literacy, he's a testimony to self-education. Knowledge has truly elevated this man to new heights.

    • @marieramadhar949
      @marieramadhar949 6 років тому +4

      See

    • @margybernard
      @margybernard 6 років тому +18

      So impressed by his eloquence.

    • @kingdomcitiesnetwork3908
      @kingdomcitiesnetwork3908 6 років тому +4

      Yes i agree with you

    • @SPharaoh
      @SPharaoh 6 років тому

      Francisco Hernandez
      Well said.

    • @liamc1102
      @liamc1102 6 років тому +9

      Thats what reading does, it expands your vocabulary and consciousness. Btw Self education will always make you a fortune. 🙏🏽💯

  • @tanyuelvis
    @tanyuelvis 6 років тому +491

    This guy's got communication skills. He is very articulate and has a good sense of humor and is very intelligent. He does not sound like one who has been illiterate for 22 years of his life. Determination is powerful.

    • @AK-hw9ij
      @AK-hw9ij 5 років тому +3

      Are you saying “he speaks so well”

    • @KkKk-qk4xd
      @KkKk-qk4xd 5 років тому +2

      Adam Kerwin no that doesn’t work look at the profile the dude is black himself

    • @nevercomfortable3407
      @nevercomfortable3407 5 років тому

      I agree his determination is out of this world

    • @wildthangthajack
      @wildthangthajack 5 років тому +2

      Tanyu Elvis my friend that is the art of a hustler the bitter sweetness of being a kid out of the mud. We learn the inner workings over everything and can maneuver enough to survive in various environments so well that one could never tell illiteracy is a problem. Because we do everything else so well. In

  • @khorirideshare574
    @khorirideshare574 4 роки тому +587

    This man is truly gifted. His charisma and comfortability on stage is inspiring. I pray he gets the chance to see freedom and be used as a tool to help people in the world!!

    • @theernalrealestategroupatk707
      @theernalrealestategroupatk707 4 роки тому +4

      Amen. 🙏

    • @RelentlessDjango
      @RelentlessDjango 4 роки тому +8

      @F U Money Prison is for teaching and reforming individuals for reintroduction to society; not locking away for all eternity. Thats why tax payers fund the prison system, to encourage non criminal lifestyles that result in prison sentences.

    • @ievimonkey
      @ievimonkey 4 роки тому +3

      @F U Money I totally see where your coming from. I think there are a few exceptions like this man to have another chance in life. I'd say he made up for what he did by owning up to it and helping those that chose the wrong path.

    • @mariamacruz107
      @mariamacruz107 4 роки тому +3

      @F U Money yeah I get where your coming from but I believe that prison changed this man to make better choices. I can respect whatever opinion you have but in my opinion, this man is gifted and has a lot of potential and deserves to have parole

    • @nickjames4799
      @nickjames4799 3 роки тому

      For more information 👇👇👇👇

  • @troytucker_
    @troytucker_ 5 років тому +3532

    Unbelievable delivery. Most authentic TED talk I've seen.

    • @velvetindigonight
      @velvetindigonight 5 років тому +15

      True - another authentic TED Talk is neuroscoentist Jill Bolte Taylor talking about her experience of having a stroke. Mind boggling.

    • @DefneGoal
      @DefneGoal 5 років тому +6

      His so intelligent guy also 😁😁😁😁his a master Devil 😁😁😁😁😁

    • @j4yro3
      @j4yro3 5 років тому +6

      Yeah this guy is amazing at speeches and his topic is perfect.

    • @ethank5681
      @ethank5681 5 років тому

      Troy Tucker you a real nutmeg

    • @Stamatis_Misirlis
      @Stamatis_Misirlis 5 років тому +1

      Yes he is absolutely direct!

  • @minhsanityfree
    @minhsanityfree 7 років тому +596

    I did time with that man in Soledad back in the early 2000s. Cool dude, always walked around with a news paper in hand talking about the stock market. Despite the none believers and doubters, no one can legitimately debunk his spiel because at the end of the day, he knew what he was talking about. Long ago that was, just glad to see him pop up on my recommendations. Who would've thought. Make noise Curty Bone, make noise...

    • @minhsanityfree
      @minhsanityfree 7 років тому +6

      DUMBEEZY Games Right next to Salinas Valley. Yao Minh 😂

    • @minhsanityfree
      @minhsanityfree 7 років тому +7

      DUMBEEZY Games Free like a bird now

    • @irenanderson9745
      @irenanderson9745 7 років тому +9

      Yao Minh Wsup!! This I.A.

    • @minhsanityfree
      @minhsanityfree 6 років тому +23

      Iren Anderson what’s up homeboy!!! That’s crazy to see homeboy up there. How you been?

    • @irenanderson9745
      @irenanderson9745 6 років тому +26

      Minhsanity Free I’ve been good u still down? I miss beating y’all in 🏀. A lot of b.s. on that yard but some good times too. Hit me bro 3104934629

  • @daveblack6951
    @daveblack6951 5 років тому +3160

    I wonder how many brilliant men will never know just how brilliant they are

    • @a.k.4085
      @a.k.4085 5 років тому +90

      Brilliant thought. The answer is countless. Sadly.

    • @facksvillain2296
      @facksvillain2296 5 років тому +10

      😥

    • @octaviomichel.r2986
      @octaviomichel.r2986 5 років тому +37

      Deep and poetic and made me think.

    • @cowpoke02
      @cowpoke02 5 років тому +23

      suppression by public schools .. corp schools to make corp workers .. not competition ,, 99.9 percent of the world population . lol.

    • @selsam7064
      @selsam7064 5 років тому +2

      That's deep. Wow.

  • @edwardhenry8050
    @edwardhenry8050 4 роки тому +100

    For someone who was illiterate and taught himself out of that problem, he did a great job in his public speaking and getting his message out. Congratulations, Mr. Carroll, and all the best in your endeavors and imparting your wisdom to others.

    • @pbufh
      @pbufh 3 роки тому

      I think the illiterate part was made up.

    • @Christian-xr7hc
      @Christian-xr7hc 2 роки тому

      @@pbufh why is it so hard for you to believe? the illiteracy rate in 2022 is 21%. when you come from the environment he comes from it’s not uncommon to see that. there’s ppl in this exact situation not doing anything to better themselves. tip your hat off to someone who’s doing what he can to better himself instead of questioning whether his story is true or not

  • @404goldenchild
    @404goldenchild 7 років тому +1857

    this is a great talk. I can remember like it was yesterday that I was homeless living under the bridge and now I have a business. Motivating story!!

    • @danielcarrero463
      @danielcarrero463 6 років тому +55

      Good for you Brother keep the Faith hope make a Billion dollars and I pray your kids will never have to go through what you did...

    • @7rlalko
      @7rlalko 6 років тому +38

      TEACH THE REST WHO ARE LOST AND WONDERING..

    • @donnadavies4630
      @donnadavies4630 6 років тому +6

      This is great x

    • @deionsmith263
      @deionsmith263 6 років тому +4

      A successful business?or just a business ?

    • @feur2884
      @feur2884 6 років тому +1

      But know u making money in the oil field

  • @premiumblue1637
    @premiumblue1637 6 років тому +1271

    The smartest people that i have ever come across are always self taught just like this guy!

    • @bradyrobertson23
      @bradyrobertson23 5 років тому +9

      Facts

    • @lionelkennedy1394
      @lionelkennedy1394 5 років тому +36

      Exactly right. They were not spoonfed in the schools but were smart enough to teach themselves. That is real intelligence.

    • @metheme7893
      @metheme7893 5 років тому +7

      That is true....
      You learn if you open your mind .

    • @sumterblackchamberofcommer112
      @sumterblackchamberofcommer112 5 років тому +16

      that is correct because in the 10th grade I dropped out of school and now I'm a founder of a nonprofit organization and also a real estate buyer and now I love reading anything to do with law tax law I love it

    • @oye2012
      @oye2012 5 років тому +1

      Desire. Some have so much that just a few things could've so many lives when they're young and looking for guidance and acceptance. Mr. Curtis Carroll has my respect and admiration. Keep going bro!!

  • @miyukiye3795
    @miyukiye3795 6 років тому +460

    He speaks in a way where you can't lose focus. He stay on track, but adds in extra details to keep your attention. Super awesome, he's such an amazing public speaker and teacher.

    • @ValarieCole
      @ValarieCole 6 років тому +1

      MiyukiYE exactly

    • @bloodysinner9456
      @bloodysinner9456 6 років тому

      I did not skip a beat as I was listening to him.

    • @robs5579
      @robs5579 6 років тому

      I agree...very well spoken

  • @NicholasBall130
    @NicholasBall130 10 місяців тому +260

    Purchasing a stock may seem straightforward, but selecting the correct stock without a proven strategy can be exceedingly challenging. I've been working on expanding my $210K portfolio for a while, and my primary obstacle is the lack of clear entry and exit strategies. Any advice on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

    • @StacieBMui
      @StacieBMui 10 місяців тому +2

      the strategies are quite rigorous for the regular-Joe. As a matter of fact, they are mostly successfully carried out by pros who have had a great deal of skillset/knowledge to pull such trades off.

    • @StocksWolf752
      @StocksWolf752 10 місяців тому +2

      I agree. Based on personal experience working with an investment advisor, I currently have $1m in a well-diversified portfolio that has experienced exponential growth. It's not only about having money to invest in stocks, but you also need to be knowledgeable, persistent, and have strong hands to back it up.

    • @EleanorBaker474
      @EleanorBaker474 10 місяців тому +2

      How can I participate in this? I sincerely aspire to establish a secure financial future and am eager to participate. Who is the driving force behind your success?.

    • @StocksWolf752
      @StocksWolf752 10 місяців тому +2

      Sonya lee Mitchell is the licensed fiduciary I use. Just research the name. You’d find necessary details to work with a correspondence to set up an appointment.

    • @VictorBiggerstaff
      @VictorBiggerstaff 9 місяців тому +2

      I just checked her out on google and I have sent her an email. I hope she gets back to me soon.

  • @NateOBrien
    @NateOBrien 7 років тому +1973

    Our prison system needs reform. Not trying to get political but I think mass incarceration is not the way to go. I am so happy for this man, warms my heart

    • @AB-oj3bj
      @AB-oj3bj 6 років тому +58

      Nate O'Brien
      You do realize that this guy went to prison for robbery/murder right? Incarceration for that type of crime is necessary. Your point in this particular instance holds no validity here. Going to prison for selling weed can be disputed, but not this.

    • @jesuswantsyoutopayme
      @jesuswantsyoutopayme 6 років тому +18

      Murdering thieves belong in prison ya bleeding heart liberal...

    • @sillydog70
      @sillydog70 6 років тому +28

      Nate O'Brien America needs reform including prison 😎👍 like he said even the middle class is living paycheck to paycheck and it’s all due to lack of financial literacy

    • @JN003
      @JN003 6 років тому +28

      norway has recidivism rate 20% USA 60%. i wonder what there prison system is like in Norway.

    • @stevet6676
      @stevet6676 6 років тому +6

      Nate, I see your point, but take a look at the German prison system. There is actually a very good youtube about an American judge who travels to Germany to study their system.

  • @TheDextu
    @TheDextu 6 років тому +199

    I have done MBA in FInance and this is the best lecture I have ever heard on Personal Finance. He truly deserves standing ovation!!!

    • @MrSupernova111
      @MrSupernova111 5 років тому +1

      I hate to say it but then you wasted your money in an MBA in Finance if this video thought you more than your college degree. The moment you learned how to calculate future/present value and forecast cash flows you should have known the importance of managing money (personal or otherwise).

    • @PeterPan-xe1cq
      @PeterPan-xe1cq 5 років тому +4

      @@MrSupernova111 nowhere in the comment did she say the video taught her more than her mba degree. just because u took some intro or managerial accounting, doesnt mean ur qualified to be giving any advice on personal finance. with that said.. i must agree.. mba in finance is a completely worthless degree.. u might as well go for applied math and statistics for quant finance like me instead

    • @saleh.hashmi
      @saleh.hashmi 5 років тому

      lol ur trying to relate ur degree to him.. it truly shows u dot even knw what u studied. 😂😂 It's not related at all...

    • @gilloon9964
      @gilloon9964 5 років тому

      Econophysics

  • @Wizzanker
    @Wizzanker 7 років тому +304

    He is right. Financial literacy is missing at all levels of society, and is easily the biggest cause of our problems, both economic and social. It's amazing how it's one of those issues that people will actively fight against learning. Somehow people have mangled "money can't buy happiness" into "money shouldn't be important to you" - those people are most definitely wrong.

    • @debla2778
      @debla2778 7 років тому +3

      Josh Rizzo money can't buy happiness

    • @trime547
      @trime547 7 років тому +5

      *+De Bla*
      It can.

    • @mattja52
      @mattja52 5 років тому

      @@debla2778 Happiness is an intense pursuit of a goal and achieving it. I made it in spite what was said about me, I transcended the negative narrative that I refuse to wear.

    • @mattja52
      @mattja52 5 років тому

      @mikael englund What is happiness to people when denominations didn't exist? In modernity, we have been subliminally seduced, societal conditioning has told us what is valuable. How valuable is anything without wisdom? We know no more than what is told us, who is in control, you and me?

  • @alexmarlin1150
    @alexmarlin1150 5 років тому +124

    I would gladly take a class lead by him, cause he speaks so clearly in a way that I can actually understand.

  • @blackpanda418
    @blackpanda418 7 років тому +3250

    One of the best speeches on here, delivery was flawless caught the point across without me losing attention once

    • @positivevibesonly86
      @positivevibesonly86 6 років тому +6

      Johnny truth

    • @ifeanyiokwara1137
      @ifeanyiokwara1137 6 років тому +6

      John Gedeon his an orator

    • @PatKittle
      @PatKittle 6 років тому +3

      In other words, no ebonics?

    • @joseflindsey2260
      @joseflindsey2260 6 років тому +16

      @pat kittle no. your problematic whiteness make you mentally handicapped. no more comments from u

    • @jonathanp6836
      @jonathanp6836 6 років тому +1

      I've made a decent $7k with forex robot in less than a month, I use "dragonexpert EA"
      you can google it and you can download for free

  • @AddLoveTM126
    @AddLoveTM126 5 років тому +1808

    According to another interview, he said he is "scheduled to be released, in 2020" Thank God He is Rehabilitated, Positive, Productive; and an Asset.

    • @blacbutterfly
      @blacbutterfly 5 років тому +119

      Thank God? No. Thank him himself.

    • @wonderwoman66dp
      @wonderwoman66dp 5 років тому +49

      @@blacbutterfly GOD has something to do with it!

    • @wonderwoman66dp
      @wonderwoman66dp 5 років тому +8

      Add Love! THAT'S FREAKING AWESOME!!!

    • @AddLoveTM126
      @AddLoveTM126 5 років тому +4

      @@wonderwoman66dp ABSOLUTELY!!

    • @FaithandNova
      @FaithandNova 5 років тому +32

      @@blacbutterfly well Curtis believes in God also so THANK GOD!!!

  • @lifeisgood8905
    @lifeisgood8905 6 років тому +542

    Financial literacy needs to be taught to all school age children.

    • @sincerelyeugene6638
      @sincerelyeugene6638 5 років тому +9

      Unfortunately, that won't ever be a thing because... HIERARCHY

    • @Em-fs1um
      @Em-fs1um 5 років тому +1

      Life Is Good all they teach is algebra

    • @rusty9959
      @rusty9959 5 років тому +8

      Big corp won’t like that.

    • @daddyezy1410
      @daddyezy1410 5 років тому

      They cant teach it at school, but there is a way around.....teach it yourself to your kids, and you will be glad you did. Im doing it in the remote Jimi Valley in the highlands of Papua New Guinea.

    • @createmymy7851
      @createmymy7851 5 років тому +2

      Yes but it won't. There has to be feeder and takers. This what we have isn't perfect but it is the best from all that we had. If this system is to survive we need more and more at the bottom as literate slaves. If those slaves get up the master must come down but only a few can be at the top. This is more then a system, it is an ecology. If the slaves gets smarter the machines replaces them. Don't even bother, this isn't about us. It never was.
      We're all just little stories waiting to be erased for the bigger story.
      If someone finds a solution that only means the person wants your money. Your on your own. Good luck.

  • @M2KKA
    @M2KKA 4 роки тому +217

    I would pay money too listen too this man, this guy is incredibly smart

  • @blackceasar2141
    @blackceasar2141 6 років тому +1854

    He learned to read and trade stocks in prison. Meanwhile, US public schools barely teach economics🤔. Something is extremely wrong with the US education system. Parents in urban communities must apply for a "great school". Then wait to be chosen from a lottery. 😒

    • @MsBlackBeauty777
      @MsBlackBeauty777 6 років тому +69

      That's why we must consider homeschooling, and create our own curricula.

    • @a.d.w8385
      @a.d.w8385 6 років тому +46

      @@MsBlackBeauty777 Many have to work and cant afford to homeschool. Many Americans rely on two incomes.

    • @jamesrosa2317
      @jamesrosa2317 6 років тому +7

      GREAT JOB!!!!! TEACH AND SERVE THE YOUNG IN THE AMERICA FIRST, NATIONWIDE, INSTEAD OF ENTERTAINING THE PRIVILEGE .

    • @trillgates2452
      @trillgates2452 6 років тому +17

      Black Ceasar
      This is no accident.

    • @fishu1947
      @fishu1947 6 років тому +47

      I am a 12th grade high school student who has an Advance Placement Economics class. They don't barely teach economics.
      It's not the school it's the students, if a student really cared about economics they would have the best grades in those classes and we have a whole text book all about economics with vocabulary and everything. It's the students' mindset. A lot of us Americans don't care about school until it's too late

  • @NIKIGEE100
    @NIKIGEE100 7 років тому +270

    This is one of the best TED talks I've ever heard and I'm a true TED talk fan

    • @twocentzzz
      @twocentzzz 7 років тому +18

      NIKIGEE100 I am a fake TED talk fan so I have no valid opinion :/

  • @PACIFICBboy
    @PACIFICBboy 7 років тому +191

    Best TED Talk EVER. There was 0 fat on his speech, everything said was pooignant, direct and easily understandable

    • @mackdurr4959
      @mackdurr4959 6 років тому

      M. Lewis i laughed at 'poooignant'

  • @suzettemarian
    @suzettemarian 5 років тому +234

    This was one of the BEST TedTalks I’ve ever watched!!!

  • @kirosca
    @kirosca 7 років тому +102

    His way with words sounds like poetry

  • @mikejcarthy
    @mikejcarthy 6 років тому +1181

    He's been in prison for over 20 years and he's still there. Tweet @realDonaldTrump and ask for this man who's clearly been rehabilitated to be pardoned. Upvote!

    • @stephj9378
      @stephj9378 6 років тому +22

      will do

    • @satoshiltd5589
      @satoshiltd5589 6 років тому

      Andy Armstrong not for murder

    • @gregson8533
      @gregson8533 6 років тому +63

      He was a minor, So i agree there's no excuse but he's done 20 years; he's already given the justice system half of his life practically.

    • @gregson8533
      @gregson8533 6 років тому +87

      You NEVER see wealthy criminals donate half of their wealth towards any of their victims, Ethically it should be that way but it isn't. This man has had his freedom taken away for most of his life and even still he's managed to drastically change for the better, He is a walking testimony of reduced recidivism and all you're worried about is taking his money away?
      Okay fine, By your logic lets take half of his earnings - then what? It isn't like he can't rebuild after-all he is fairly knowledgeable on the stock market. Whats the money going to do to the family of the victim? Here's $100k from the person who killed your family member.
      Have you even bothered to checkout what he's doing? He actually has a foundation dedicated towards helping ex-convicts and low income individuals, teaching them how to trade etc. What kills me is that you seem like the same type of person who is okay with OJ Simpson being freed but frowns upon someone who is contributing positively towards the community and trying to right their wrongdoings.

    • @andyvasvari4874
      @andyvasvari4874 6 років тому +1

      He is just lucky, if prisonmates find out , they might kill a capitalist mate like that. Every prisons are different. Some poor people getting pride or that them are poor .

  • @rayrunn9441
    @rayrunn9441 6 років тому +232

    This Ted talk was the best talk I’ve ever heard on the subject of personal finance. It should be taught to all children in school. God bless.

  • @deelee5244
    @deelee5244 4 роки тому +266

    This is called rehabilitation ✊🏾 My brother is a intelligent smart guy he deserves a second chance.

    • @clarkloeffler801
      @clarkloeffler801 4 роки тому +5

      This man would we a billionaire on the streets..god bless him

    • @johnnydtw3509
      @johnnydtw3509 3 роки тому

      You right but you didn’t have to say intelligent and smart. they are the same and make the statement redundant.

    • @joeflemmington1912
      @joeflemmington1912 3 роки тому

      @@johnnydtw3509 When Dee Lee said "My Brother", he was talking about Curtis Carroll, as in "My Man", or "Bro". He did not mean his biological brother.

    • @johnnydtw3509
      @johnnydtw3509 3 роки тому

      @@joeflemmington1912 i never said nothing about brother

    • @coreythomas3633
      @coreythomas3633 8 місяців тому

      ​@@clarkloeffler801smh low iq comment..

  • @nonsense8252
    @nonsense8252 7 років тому +135

    goes to show you. that when the mind is strong. it will search any means to learn what it needs to. without a school system, this man is brighter than a huge portion of humanity.

    • @sue-sageasmr2020
      @sue-sageasmr2020 7 років тому +4

      Non Sense completely agree. Well said!

    • @zelenplav1701
      @zelenplav1701 6 років тому

      Non Sense. But many really have no means to learn anything because of where they live and the lack of EVERYTHING!!!!!!!! I AM NOT BORN HERE, BUT I HAVE KEPT MY MIND AND HEART OPEN. IN THE END OF THE DAY, WE ARE ALL RELATED, INLAWS INCLUDED, THE ENTIRE EARTH AND ALL INCLUDED, THE TREES THE ANIMALS THE AIR WE BREATHE. I HAVE ALWAYS KNOWN THIS AND I HAVE MET MANY PEOPLE HIGH AND LOW. I KNOW THAT MANY PEOPLE THINK THAT IF YOU ARE KIND, YOU ARE A MARK, AND STUPID. BUT THESE PPL DON'T REALISE THAT IS NOT THE CASE. ( KINDNES IS WEAKNESS)? NOT TRUE.

    • @groartigegrammatik4997
      @groartigegrammatik4997 5 років тому

      Where there's a will, there's a way.

  • @lionprince7226
    @lionprince7226 7 років тому +113

    Financial illiteracy; good job my brother. You were given a platform and you did well as a presentation.

  • @notreallysure4575
    @notreallysure4575 6 років тому +273

    All ted talks are inspiring and wonderful but this is certainly among some of the greater ones

    • @ThePeacePlant
      @ThePeacePlant 5 років тому

      When you figure out how to read and sell stocks you won't find this story amazing. It's actually really easy and I'm not trying to down play it. We just think it's hard because that's how it's portrayed.

  • @NathanLewis7871
    @NathanLewis7871 3 роки тому +46

    Just started learning about stocks.. This is by far the best I've seen. Others are too focused on bragging how good they are, how much they earn without really being informative. Glad I saw this and I do not want to make mistakes by taking risks in my own hands

    • @jakethompson8737
      @jakethompson8737 3 роки тому +5

      Most newbies fail simply because they don't understand how the market works in general or in particular how the market relates to stock or currency pair they entering

    • @kevinjohnstone4023
      @kevinjohnstone4023 3 роки тому +5

      finally someone that can actually teach you something instead of trying to get views and subscribers

    • @driftgod7894
      @driftgod7894 3 роки тому +3

      Truth be told, I have my portfolio managed by an investment broker, with her help i was able to make huge profits from my investments.

    • @NathanLewis7871
      @NathanLewis7871 3 роки тому +2

      @@driftgod7894 i ll love to know about her and preferably get to try it out.

    • @driftgod7894
      @driftgod7894 3 роки тому +8

      @@NathanLewis7871 You can look her up online, her name is FREDA LYNN JOHNSON. She does a very nice and thorough job

  • @s12do
    @s12do 7 років тому +1885

    that was a great speech.. truly inspiring

    • @criscris5519
      @criscris5519 7 років тому +7

      Sultan D i learned something

    • @LorenzoSabatini4prez
      @LorenzoSabatini4prez 7 років тому +7

      These sort of "inspirational" fables of a subject rising "from the rags to riches" are always as cringeworthy, and awkwardly manufactured. Here we have one person going from one theft to another. Like trading stocks is some sort of pinnacle of human ethical potential. Surely there are better ways to attain wealth (not even going into the question whether blind attainment of financial wealth would be a meaningful singular goal in life) than being a broker, trading stocks. Classic, and always as grossly unintellectual and underestimating, tried and tested TED-piece. Bravo, the meek folk down in the trenches are now thoroughly satiated.

    • @anilaclarke
      @anilaclarke 7 років тому +4

      Sultan D Yes! I agree. Absolutely inspiring.

    • @snteevveetns
      @snteevveetns 7 років тому +36

      Arturo Senni you missed the point completely. His entire point was the financial illiteracy of Americans.

    • @falaicha
      @falaicha 7 років тому +6

      snteevveetns well if it works for americans it must work for any person in earth? How is finance differ betweeb newyork, california or kathmandu?? As long as we not in middle of amazon forest, every words he said applies to where people have lived and going to live, as long as you wish to live among those people cuz money is literally symbol for TRUST BY ALL PPL whatever form it may be..so making that TRUST factor work for you instead you working lifelong for it is desirable and most important lesson one can give in this day and generation.

  • @Satsui_No_Hado
    @Satsui_No_Hado 7 років тому +95

    So cool he got a standing ovation at the end. a great speech.

  • @KayBeeLocdGoddess
    @KayBeeLocdGoddess 5 років тому +215

    I loved how so many of the audience were leaned forward as to absorb every word. POWERFUL.

  • @iidkwhatnameuse
    @iidkwhatnameuse 4 роки тому +568

    Am I the only one that loves that the cameramen are prisoners learning how to operate cameras for their futures??

    • @josiahemerson1609
      @josiahemerson1609 4 роки тому +27

      Frrrr?? That’s dope

    • @yungprod0343
      @yungprod0343 4 роки тому +9

      Josiah Emerson :38 you can see the cameraman

    • @jackiehughes414gpg
      @jackiehughes414gpg 4 роки тому +6

      Lol🤭🤭 That's so cool 🤗

    • @Bo55world
      @Bo55world 4 роки тому +10

      And will never be hired for that job. "We do not hire felons" is what they will get when they get out. Got that .20 an hour out of them though

    • @thegreat914
      @thegreat914 3 роки тому +4

      @@Bo55world start their own business would be better.

  • @NSGLiv
    @NSGLiv 6 років тому +193

    I’m really proud to see this articulate young black man doing something better, this guy is so intelligent he’d be a great spokesperson for our community #FreeHim

    • @727killuminati
      @727killuminati 5 років тому +2

      He’s locked up?

    • @brotherman1363
      @brotherman1363 5 років тому

      I'm tired of our kids learning when it's almost too late

  • @greedxiv8105
    @greedxiv8105 7 років тому +622

    Dude was cold with it! Keep going brother!

    • @quantumsolace5864
      @quantumsolace5864 7 років тому +10

      Steven Moore KNOWLEDGE IS A DISH BEST SERVED COLD, DESPITE THE REAL TRUTH HE MENTIONED THAT OVER FIFTY PERCENT OF AMERICANS​ ARE IN DIRE STRAITS WHEN IT COMES TO FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT, ALL BECAUSE OF OUR SPENDING HABITS; TRYING TO BE SOMEONE WERE NOT, JUST TO IMPRESS THE MASSES.

    • @JohnJohn_TheComedian
      @JohnJohn_TheComedian 7 років тому +2

      Steven Moore facts!

  • @shalenadiva
    @shalenadiva 7 років тому +532

    Wow!!! He's awesome. Be said, "Let me show you how much it costs you every time you get emotional." I also like how he says we need to get to the heart of the matter. So true.

    • @farhadsona8320
      @farhadsona8320 6 років тому

      *Monday= $850*
      *Tuesday= $1250*
      *Wednesday= $1250*
      *Thursday= $701*
      *Friday= $1850*
      *Saturday= $930*
      *Today 2000$* (huntprofit.com/App)

    • @Rroshanda
      @Rroshanda 6 років тому

      shalenadiva you right bit

    • @Bigleedog7
      @Bigleedog7 6 років тому

      That's not the problem ..That's working 10 to 15 hours for shoes... That's actually affordable.

    • @PedalToTheMetal61888
      @PedalToTheMetal61888 6 років тому +1

      ...so true so very '''TRUE"""-

    • @7rlalko
      @7rlalko 6 років тому +2

      I DID OT UNDERSTAND THAT LINE..

  • @WellBalancedWallet
    @WellBalancedWallet 5 років тому +81

    I remember seeing stocks as a kid and thinking “what the heck are they talking about?” You make it seem not so intimidating, thank you

  • @harleyfrench9997
    @harleyfrench9997 6 років тому +857

    I couldn't read till 23 years old and I prayed to God I wanted to read the Bible so much because my life was full of drugs thugs and alcohol I was on my way to the grave but the Lord showed compassion on me and over three nights I learned how to read it made me cry so much I could read for people like me it meant I could get a real job Jesus is full of love for his people

    • @carolyngardner4999
      @carolyngardner4999 6 років тому +23

      Amen young man best wishes to you. Keep up the good work. You can do anything you put your mind too. Never let no one tell you you can't.

    • @harleyfrench9997
      @harleyfrench9997 6 років тому +4

      +Carolyn Gardner thank you

    • @meme-bz6iw
      @meme-bz6iw 6 років тому +10

      The Holy Bible doesn't make you a better person. If you are rotten , nothing can change yourself. Instead , all the motivation and the good qualities have to come from inside yourself. There are people who go to the church to plan robbery or worst just because police is so blind that won't go to church to see if is all good or the observant are praying regularly. You don't need a bunker to plan a crime.......church has been one of the best place where Mafia boss met to discuss about what to do.....a word to the wise....

    • @harleyfrench9997
      @harleyfrench9997 6 років тому +35

      +me me love to you brother it's change my life not church the word of God thank your for your input 😊

    • @Traceyi1000
      @Traceyi1000 6 років тому +5

      I am wondering if there were free classes offered would you have gone?
      I'm asking because I have some time on my hands while I figure out what to do next with my life
      I would love to help people learn to read.

  • @malakyparis4662
    @malakyparis4662 5 років тому +16

    For the people who disliked this video don't care about anyone but themselves
    This is the best TED talk ever

  • @jonathanziegler8126
    @jonathanziegler8126 5 років тому +125

    Definitely a Ted that my high school students should watch.

  • @van0202
    @van0202 4 роки тому +305

    "Come take my class, so I can teach you how much money it costs you everytime you get emotional."
    Powerful

    • @ANTHONYJNIGH
      @ANTHONYJNIGH 4 роки тому +2

      You like powerful things right?? My broker is extremely powerful. Ever since I invested and started trading with this broker's company I have earned over $7000 monthly. So legit, you need my broker's contact.

    • @WallStreetCarroll
      @WallStreetCarroll 4 роки тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/jdWuqbB1rIg/v-deo.html

    • @lunchmoney1545
      @lunchmoney1545 4 роки тому

      @@ANTHONYJNIGH what is it

    • @courtneyepps2439
      @courtneyepps2439 4 роки тому

      @@@ANTHONYJNIGH What is your broker name and number?

    • @juufro8952
      @juufro8952 4 роки тому +1

      Grey Krystal yeah your broker transfers $7k from your account to his.

  • @HashiriyaSquadron
    @HashiriyaSquadron 7 років тому +122

    Love it. Props to this guy for turning it around. Respect where it's due.

  • @angelowillis1739
    @angelowillis1739 5 років тому +219

    I was in his class at soledad. When it was a main line. I finished at Tracy. I'm investing right now

    • @andrecrapps7914
      @andrecrapps7914 5 років тому +1

      WHAT BOOKS WOULD YOU RECOMMEND??? THANKS IN ADVANCE!

    • @6Firebird
      @6Firebird 5 років тому +7

      @@andrecrapps7914 start with something like Phil Town or Mohnish Pabrai. Or check out Hamish Hodder youtube channel, he explaines the basics nicely.

    • @frankrodriguezit
      @frankrodriguezit 5 років тому

      Best of luck!!

  • @mariee1336
    @mariee1336 4 роки тому +1181

    He is up for parole this year. Hopefully, he is granted it!

    • @cjwallace4559
      @cjwallace4559 4 роки тому +134

      Pray he never returns to any type if jail, mentally, physically or spiritually in Jesus Name and finds good success...

    • @mariee1336
      @mariee1336 4 роки тому +29

      @@cjwallace4559 Yes and amen!

    • @nataliemartin8288
      @nataliemartin8288 4 роки тому +11

      Amen....

    • @jonneygreen
      @jonneygreen 4 роки тому +5

      @Orange County Anthony Stop lying 🤥

    • @devenfans3833
      @devenfans3833 4 роки тому

      Orange County Anthony source?

  • @naceks
    @naceks 4 роки тому +20

    i wonder who are those 2k people who dislike this video...this guy is brilliant!
    I bow to him in show of appreciation of his words!

    • @LizzyArmogida
      @LizzyArmogida 4 роки тому +2

      I had to scroll up to confirm that 2.1 THOUSAND people hit the “Dislike” button and then scroll through a ton of comments to find this again. I can only imagine what kind of human garbage hit the dislike button on this TED Talk! I imagine 99% are white, republican, “Christian” and the biggest HYPOCRITES to walk the planet. This man is brilliant and will go far on life once he is one the outside! I hope he gets out soon and makes a mark on the WORLD! This man is going places! ♥️

    • @jeffwolff1015
      @jeffwolff1015 3 роки тому +1

      @@LizzyArmogida Maybe they don't like him because he murdered someone...

  • @rcookie5128
    @rcookie5128 7 років тому +484

    That's what I'm talking about! Nice talk, really refreshing and motivational!

    • @ladylove8396
      @ladylove8396 7 років тому

      ΜrCookie tipplhbnn chjbbfghbn vhkm

    • @athaprince9359
      @athaprince9359 6 років тому

      ΜrCookie It truly is. 💯

    • @terrenceransom956
      @terrenceransom956 6 років тому +1

      ΜrCookie, I Totally Agree With You Whole Heartily!!!!!!!!

    • @giroudfred2689
      @giroudfred2689 6 років тому

      Quite magnificent and inspiring words. I recently have been using a Forex strategy it's called the *Blended Model Strategy* it was imparted to me by DMITRY VLADISLAV and with it, I make 1650 EUR daily. This strategy has been reliable and effective to me, so I figured this might interest you too and other traders. you can search about on the internet to get informed.

  • @goddessyemaya4301
    @goddessyemaya4301 5 років тому +40

    A Diamond in the Rough! He had it automatically, he only needed to reach deep into himself and he found it. What a Blessing! I pray that Yah will continue to Bless and guide him❤❤🙏🏽

    • @rocgibson
      @rocgibson 4 роки тому

      I dont think he's a diamond in the rough, there are so many more intelligent young men out here. They just need to be equipped with opportunities, resources and positive role models before they get involved with crime. His TED talk was really inspiring and I am sure it will help some other young men going down the wrong path want to choose success over crime. May God bless this world and take back his children from the streets.

  • @mrskauvaka
    @mrskauvaka 6 років тому +298

    Best TedX I have ever seen. Brilliant oratory, the story inspired me to confront myself and family on our financial illiteracy

    • @ImWORTHITINC
      @ImWORTHITINC 6 років тому

      GREAT STUFF! GO GIRL! Did you find his website? I can't find it and I googled it

    • @robs5579
      @robs5579 6 років тому

      Oratory huh

  • @cheynacontreras9607
    @cheynacontreras9607 4 роки тому +300

    This is exactly why you never give up on yourself

    • @barbaragould500
      @barbaragould500 4 роки тому +3

      Amen

    • @leebrown3864
      @leebrown3864 3 роки тому +1

      Most times I have knowledge or insight about a particular exercise. I can boldly say forex and crypto trading is one of the profitable money exchange...

    • @terrysmith9033
      @terrysmith9033 3 роки тому

      you are right sir

    • @marksarah5939
      @marksarah5939 3 роки тому

      This should be most massive period of time to invest in forex trading due to current status

    • @henryjameson4006
      @henryjameson4006 3 роки тому

      As a bitcoin trader it's most inevitable that you're going to experience some set ups and downs along the way, alertness and decisiveness are both fundamental ingredients....

  • @lungeloshandu6459
    @lungeloshandu6459 5 років тому +493

    I am a 33 year old South African ex-con. I also read my first book 📖 in prison. I’m a space of 4 years, among other things I did in prison, I read over 100 books, wrote a book called, Success & Wealth through the Bible, and I learnt how to trade forex. Nice video my brother.👌

    • @StevenSoto
      @StevenSoto 5 років тому +8

      Lungelo Shandu praise God. May the Lord bless your Forex.

    • @sonicsoftly
      @sonicsoftly 5 років тому +3

      I want to read your book!

    • @geraldmadubuko6538
      @geraldmadubuko6538 5 років тому +5

      What's your best tip on learning to trade forex please

    • @sonicsoftly
      @sonicsoftly 5 років тому +3

      @@geraldmadubuko6538 this

    • @timprex317
      @timprex317 5 років тому +2

      @@geraldmadubuko6538 check Adam Khoo on youtube. The absolute best forex teacher.

  • @redleader6186
    @redleader6186 5 років тому +34

    7:16 "Our access to justice"
    Probably the strongest observation of this entire video. In America you have access to the justice your money can finance. Two people could commit the same crime, but if one is wealthy and he other is not, they won't be receiving the same justice.

  • @dandreturner7306
    @dandreturner7306 7 років тому +323

    That was an phenomenal speech very inspiring

    • @davidstratton6109
      @davidstratton6109 7 років тому

      Great talk , Dandre! Very inspiring for the youth that will listen, absorb, & respect !
      God bless,
      Dave Stratton

  • @TomNashTV
    @TomNashTV 3 роки тому +189

    This story blew me away. What an inspiring journey. 👏

    • @riothero313
      @riothero313 3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, I admit. I was waiting for some bullshit whining nonsense. I never imagined this. This cat is a gem.

    • @gumerzambrano
      @gumerzambrano 3 роки тому

      What up !

    • @joshheff1328
      @joshheff1328 3 роки тому +1

      💯

    • @mattheww797
      @mattheww797 3 роки тому

      Did you miss the part where he was arrested for murder?

    • @lgrdiesel9655
      @lgrdiesel9655 3 роки тому

      Yo tom..

  • @mrphil9083
    @mrphil9083 6 років тому +132

    I’m extremely humbled- I wish he would teach me- luv ya man!!!

  • @shamuelibrahimsayedi6780
    @shamuelibrahimsayedi6780 7 років тому +8

    Learnt more about life in 11 mins than what schools and colleges have taught in years.
    Excellent talk. Keep it up

  • @Rosemund100
    @Rosemund100 6 років тому +23

    As someone who was brought up in a system where education was compulsory whether you had to pay for it or not. English being a second language but taught at school, listening to this young man just speaking and feeling that hunger for knowledge makes me want to learn more. He is definitely gifted and inspiring to listen to. I love that it is a story of hope and that nothing is impossible in life. A great speech and man, you were made to shine brighter among a million stars. Thank you for giving back my life, where I was always thinking, "if only I could."

  • @christianfred6251
    @christianfred6251 4 роки тому +50

    I struggle with depression and have been sducidal taught almost every day. Videos like this keep me going this one especially has given me impetus to fight those thought and intentionally keep living for those like me you are strong and you can do it you have not achieved your purpose yet keep living until you do.. so I urge you to invest with a professional trader don’t miss it

    • @Jerrytyler1
      @Jerrytyler1 4 роки тому +3

      Maybe living is a purpose
      Living is a purpose your life do matters
      Maybe that’s why am still living despite all the loss in trading

    • @Catherineann11
      @Catherineann11 4 роки тому +3

      Despite all the loss in forex I have never given up and still looking for a legit trader to invest my money with

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 4 роки тому +3

      Margaret Sanders I guess I can recommend my trader to you

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 4 роки тому +2

      Margaret Sanders +1 2 0 3 5 3 9 1 5 3 6

    • @christianfred6251
      @christianfred6251 4 роки тому +3

      Text him on WhatsApp or his Email

  • @AC-qo8oq
    @AC-qo8oq 6 років тому +724

    Well, he talked me out of spending $80 on nail polishes I didn’t need 🤣 I closed out that tab.

    • @kaya6940
      @kaya6940 6 років тому +3

      Lol

    • @jonathangraham4960
      @jonathangraham4960 6 років тому +12

      @ A.C. I was on my way to McDonald's to buy me a 20 piece nugget meal! 🤔

    • @loveisalexandra
      @loveisalexandra 5 років тому +13

      geez $80 on nail polish alone? are you a nail tech?

    • @el-on3fn
      @el-on3fn 5 років тому +7

      Somone compliment AC on her smile.. I don't want to look thirsty specially on youtube 😂

    • @nationofhebrewisraelites
      @nationofhebrewisraelites 5 років тому +4

      Get the nail polish but put $80 up in stocks each time you do buy. Come out ahead when we spend money!

  • @thecapone45
    @thecapone45 5 років тому +212

    What Jay-Z talked about in The Story of OJ is real. Financial literacy needs to become more popular.

    • @Gdon740
      @Gdon740 4 роки тому +3

      Toni Capone Indeed I’m so illiterate what’s financial literacy 💰💸💵💴💶💷💷💲💲💲💲💲🗝🔑🔑🗝❔❔❔

    • @ShadowTetsuo9999
      @ShadowTetsuo9999 4 роки тому

      So true

    • @m.h.1593
      @m.h.1593 4 роки тому

      7BAG7 GORDON are you me?😂 same

  • @CVDean6
    @CVDean6 5 років тому +41

    Self-worth, knowledge, discipline these are the building blocks we should all use!

  • @mariadasilva1341
    @mariadasilva1341 4 роки тому +2

    AMAZING. Eloquent. Intelligent. Smart. Funny.
    This young man is a beacon of light.
    He represents hope, faith, self awareness, self realization.
    Etc etc etc.

  • @PjDanita
    @PjDanita 6 років тому +51

    Educating yourself is priceless. Well done young man.

  • @famousrez
    @famousrez 6 років тому +85

    Mr. Curtis you have definitely challenged my mind brother, Thank God for using you to share your testimony and your advice on financial literacy.You have definitely impacted a change within this world.#God bless you brother.

  • @fleducation001
    @fleducation001 7 років тому +36

    Wonderful speech! Content was superb and the speaker felt authentic, which is special these days.

  • @hernandezalonsocuccittini408
    @hernandezalonsocuccittini408 4 роки тому +112

    Being rich is your mindset, just like Carroll he learnt how to trade stocks while behind bars while the other inmates where thinking of how to get out and commit another crime or get themselves a side hustle.He prepared his mind to learn and read stocks although trading Stocks is a challenging business without a professional manager you're lost.

    • @jackcrosby2460
      @jackcrosby2460 4 роки тому +5

      This is a strong message👍👍👍,it got me thinking..🤔🤔.

    • @carolinejades8917
      @carolinejades8917 4 роки тому +3

      I feel you,but how do one get them self a professional trader to handle and manage their trades??I am really having a hard time profiting from stocks.

    • @hernandezalonsocuccittini408
      @hernandezalonsocuccittini408 4 роки тому +8

      Mr.Alex Portsmouth is the most responsive broker with whom I have ever traded. He is an expert in trading stocks, and systems that he uses is phenomenal.His explanation of the systems has been of great aid to my understanding of the rhythms in stocks.His support and responsive communication have made trading far more enjoyable than I have ever experienced. My trading is much improved since I became Mr.Portsmouth’s client and my profit have more than doubled

    • @jorgeluz7060
      @jorgeluz7060 4 роки тому +6

      I have been trading/investing under Alex Portsmouth for the past 6 months and I have been able to make good income on my Investments thanks to Portsmouth,Because of his efforts, I am rich and more comfortable, I have a better life and most importantly, trading has become fun.

    • @Mitchell.Holland
      @Mitchell.Holland 4 роки тому +5

      Outstanding master of his craft incredibly bright with a treasure trove of skills and trading knowledge; expert in stocks and many other markets, spontaneous personality that makes trading fun...The results I have achieved to date are largely due to Portsmouth's perfect combination of diverse trading methods,skills and experience

  • @bxgetup183
    @bxgetup183 6 років тому +33

    One of the best TED Talks ever

  • @keepingupwithamber7850
    @keepingupwithamber7850 6 років тому +176

    That was deep. My debt is all wrapped up in emotion

    • @DorendaMoniqueClink
      @DorendaMoniqueClink 6 років тому +2

      I think all of us or at the least most of us can agree

  • @ayushibansal9315
    @ayushibansal9315 5 років тому +44

    His thought process is amazing because of what he went through. People need to look at world this way.

  • @MrRiffMusic
    @MrRiffMusic 5 років тому

    Probably the best Ted Talk I’ve seen. Some deep truths in this.

  • @billcoats2146
    @billcoats2146 7 років тому +70

    Best Ted talk i've seen. Our current system sets up criminals to go back to crime and drug addicts to use drugs again. Focus on education, recovery, prevention not punishment or retribution.

  • @MrMavuso
    @MrMavuso 4 роки тому +33

    Hands down, da best TED talk I’ve ever seen. Sweet Jesus

  • @Ninosfunnyshorts
    @Ninosfunnyshorts 4 роки тому +188

    We need these life skills before we hit 18 so hopefully we won’t end up incarcerated

    • @dawnpratt846
      @dawnpratt846 4 роки тому +1

      Exacly !

    • @EricaYE6
      @EricaYE6 4 роки тому +8

      They don't want that to happen. Because then, the prison industry would go broke. Why do you think they invented gangster rap? So, yeah I agree with you. Teach your kids yourself about financial literacy. Don't expect the school system to do it for you, because that'll never happen. The prison industry and school systems work together.

    • @johnappleweed1552
      @johnappleweed1552 4 роки тому

      This is exactly why you never give up on yourself

    • @jbnbdar3528
      @jbnbdar3528 4 роки тому +1

      @@EricaYE6 yep because my school gave me a one way ticket To jail or death but the ones they want is the ones start off real young I was Practically a baby

  • @danieljamal3709
    @danieljamal3709 2 роки тому +211

    Having a dynamic strategy cannot be overemphasized when trading. The best advice I could give to any trader is don’t trade if you don’t have a working strategy.

    • @dannyvera8475
      @dannyvera8475 2 роки тому

      I’ve only been trading months and I’m still yet to make my first $1000, I’m still trying improve on my trading techniques and strategies and I would really like to make profits from the stock market too

    • @samuelreyes7156
      @samuelreyes7156 2 роки тому

      I’ve made a loss of over $25000 trading in my own where can I find an expert to help me recover my losses and also help me earn consistently from the stock market.

    • @danieljamal3709
      @danieljamal3709 2 роки тому

      I'll suggest my expert Christine Lynn Saitta I trust she could put you on the part to financial freedom with her ever winning strategies. You’re always guaranteed 90% profits trading through her . I made $63k monthly with her trade signal for over 6 months now

    • @dannyvera8475
      @dannyvera8475 2 роки тому

      How do I reach her ,you got any possible means of getting more info on her services?

    • @danieljamal3709
      @danieljamal3709 2 роки тому

      Run a search with her name online, you will see all you need to know about her

  • @septemberdreamer2651
    @septemberdreamer2651 7 років тому +314

    he grew up illiterate, once he learned to read, he appreciated it and used it to better himself, unlike some people who take reading for granted, and never use the simple gift of reading

    • @dayax11
      @dayax11 6 років тому +3

      sounds about me.

    • @PedalToTheMetal61888
      @PedalToTheMetal61888 6 років тому +1

      ...yeah but what about ...well spoken and intellect ''Al-Shapton''...the other DAY his speech was LONG and DRAGGED out ...and at END ...he could not even spell...'''R-E-S-P-E-C-T-'''...ARETHA"' is just TURNING OVER in her GRAVE'''....yeah SHOW SOME respect my BROTHER and Learn how to spell...respect...Gotta-go-''...!!...

    • @StandupGirl-ym3ey
      @StandupGirl-ym3ey 6 років тому

      Truth!!!

  • @kathleenlogan1157
    @kathleenlogan1157 5 років тому +17

    So true. School never talked about money. The thing we need the most.

  • @EMAGA
    @EMAGA 7 років тому +20

    Amazing talk. The most valuable lesson I ever learned was taking responsibility for my own situation and my own actions.

  • @timgreen918
    @timgreen918 4 роки тому +1

    I’m trying to understand why the audience thinks this is funny !! He’s not telling jokes our laughing . This is real . Respect this mans story .

  • @d.b.4394
    @d.b.4394 7 років тому +12

    This man reminds me of my cousin except my cousin did not make it out of these streets. He was murdered. Thanks for this inspiring TEDx Curtis Carroll. C-A-N-D-Y...N-O!

  • @Inyosi888
    @Inyosi888 5 років тому +10

    Thank you TED for being one of the sources of positivity in our societies.. Love from South Africa

  • @kuraixtenshi33
    @kuraixtenshi33 5 років тому +42

    This man is a beautiful human being.

    • @viviankenning3890
      @viviankenning3890 4 роки тому +2

      I disagree. Learning to read doesn't eliminate the fact that he's a murderer.

  • @obailey973
    @obailey973 3 роки тому +6

    Everyone had their eyes glued on him!!! AMAZING 💯🙏🏽👌🏽

  • @rrodriguezaavalos9487
    @rrodriguezaavalos9487 7 років тому +286

    I would like to take his class! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @adilk2005
      @adilk2005 7 років тому +44

      All you have to do is knock over a few vending machines & wait for the cops ;) You can sign up once you're in prison. I'm joking. Great lecture.

    • @willbellick
      @willbellick 7 років тому

      adilk2005 lol, you just killed me dude😂

    • @fatn30something60
      @fatn30something60 7 років тому

      adilk2005 😂😂😂

    • @CarspottingWrick
      @CarspottingWrick 7 років тому +4

      Rrodriguez Aavalos I’ll like to take you 😏😉

    • @reggiestrong3543
      @reggiestrong3543 6 років тому

      Rrodriguez Aavalos me too

  • @AdienTheKing
    @AdienTheKing 5 років тому +8

    this man just made my MF year. this is the progress, pride and beauty that the world lacks. lets grow and be better individuals together.

  • @Johnged15
    @Johnged15 6 років тому +160

    Man that was good brother.

  • @latoriamartins4643
    @latoriamartins4643 4 роки тому +86

    This is the best TED I've come across in my lifetime. I also aspire to learn trading personally because the stock market has been really profitable. I've cleared off my debts and reinvested in other businesses to ensure cashflow.

    • @donwilliams2353
      @donwilliams2353 4 роки тому +5

      Oh wow Ella... That sounds huge. I'm new to the stock market and will need every possible guidance and assistance

    • @vargaskenneth8837
      @vargaskenneth8837 4 роки тому +8

      Stock changed my life, I hope you all are lucky enough to come across a broker as passionate as mine.

    • @latoriamartins4643
      @latoriamartins4643 4 роки тому +6

      Engage the services of an expert broker/investment advisor.

    • @donwilliams2353
      @donwilliams2353 4 роки тому +5

      Overtime I have heard that beginners are better off with professional assistance but I am aloof as to how to go about it, any recommendations?

    • @latoriamartins4643
      @latoriamartins4643 4 роки тому +10

      @@donwilliams2353 I use a broker Patrice Ann Isabella she’s been guiding me with my investment since I began late last year and I’ve been able to accrue a profit of $326,000 with a principal of $85,000

  • @tarana9329
    @tarana9329 7 років тому +9

    I just realised how amazing literacy is. He learnt and experienced being able to read when mature, so doesn't take it for granted.

  • @jflorjflor1717
    @jflorjflor1717 6 років тому +8

    Highschools should share this video religiously. Especially in struggling communities. Some powerful points from this gentleman.

  • @danag812
    @danag812 6 років тому +22

    Financial illiteracy is a HUGE problem for our society in general. Very good speech! Well done. Inspiring. 😁

    • @chrisr6950
      @chrisr6950 6 років тому +4

      its on purpose though, they dont want you saving they want you spending, the current debt based system doesnt work any other way

  • @bryllenamuag3950
    @bryllenamuag3950 4 роки тому +1

    Man made me realized that my reading skill means alot to those who can't read. And reading skills could lift you up from your problems. Best salute to this man.

  • @manuelfernando9729
    @manuelfernando9729 5 років тому +193

    In the right environment this guy could have been a Harvard Grad, Wall Street superstar or a top notch Young Politician

    • @erichawkins5738
      @erichawkins5738 4 роки тому +6

      Yes he could have.

    • @viviankenning3890
      @viviankenning3890 4 роки тому +6

      Maybe...just a hypothetical. I could also say "in the right environment this guy could have gotten away with murder"

    • @jamesharry9894
      @jamesharry9894 4 роки тому +12

      He could still be a Harvard Grad if he just writes about his experiences.

    • @teebee2830
      @teebee2830 4 роки тому +3

      Yes I agree and he is on point; however God knows his heart and future and being incarcerated first will hopefully keep him focus to be a blessing and stay blessed righteously and not return to jail due to greed.

    • @josephranga9734
      @josephranga9734 4 роки тому +1

      So true, the guy is supper smart

  • @nicherman6759
    @nicherman6759 5 років тому +60

    “So I can show you how much money it really cost you every time you get emotional” buddy’s a genius.

    • @Nonduality
      @Nonduality 4 роки тому +3

      His entire speech plays with your emotions. So go ahead, pay for his course.

  • @Zeltron_1804
    @Zeltron_1804 5 років тому +16

    The realest ted talk I’ve ever seen

  • @chillydotjeff
    @chillydotjeff 5 років тому +57

    This guy is at the top of my list of favorite people I would love to meet!

  • @seanrowland3620
    @seanrowland3620 7 років тому +273

    Blow the doors off the building why don't you! Great talk! Thank you.

    • @rollin100s9
      @rollin100s9 6 років тому +1

      Sean Rowland i could'nt of said it better...

  • @barrecc5716
    @barrecc5716 7 років тому +82

    this is a person who is awake and not in the so called american dream.he understood the game congrats to him but the majority will remain ignorant of that because thats what the ruling elite intended.

    • @Kevin-it4fh
      @Kevin-it4fh 6 років тому +1

      Abdirahman CB yeah. It's sad that most people barely know about stock.

    • @christiang3022
      @christiang3022 6 років тому

      Abdirahman CB

  • @outcastcoco785
    @outcastcoco785 4 роки тому +1

    People need to learn to be so much more appreciate of things they have this talk i relate to so much, i learnt how to read and write in prison and i was so damn happy when i learnt i went round reading books to all the other folks that cant read. The first time in my life where i ever felt proud of myself, i thought i was really doin better. I hope this dude get out and do better, cos id rather see a broken man pick up his pieces and put himself back together then see a broken man become shattered. Be more appreciative everybody theres people that would die to have the things you have, even if its the pride in yourself, people want that.

    • @weldinggirl
      @weldinggirl 4 роки тому

      Thanks for this, so true my friend....

  • @Jaznellow
    @Jaznellow 7 років тому +28

    Wow! That was amazing! This young man is such a gifted facilitator and teacher.