Duke City Diaries: A Former Albuquerque Percocet Dealer
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- Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
- DESCRIPTION: After witnessing New Mexico police murder his stepfather, Carlos ran away from home forging a new family on the streets of Albuquerque's War Zone district. Carlos narrates the obstacles he faced as a former oxycodone dealer.
00:00 - Introduction
00:33 - Carlos' stepfather murdered by police
01:13 - Running away from home
01:49 - Selling oxycodone to support himself
03:30 - Carlos promoted to executive assistant at homeless shelter
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Creator & Producer: Frank Blazquez
Instagram: / frankblazquez
Website: www.frankblazquez.com
Cinematography by: John Acosta
Production Assistant: Jacob Olaguir
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“I see myself and who I was at one point in time, and I know the difference I can make”.
Powerful thought, wise articulation, meaningful action.
Shut the fuck up u loser
Never forgetting where you came from!
@@westcoast5128 You STFU parasite troll, because the "truth" is that only "real losers" and "cowards" use ad hominem fallicies to attack others.
Why anyone seeing this would give it thumbs down is beyond me. Keep pushing that positivity brother. Good to see a young man walk the walk instead of talk that talk. That's what this world needs, more action. Much love
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You ever consider that maybe people who thumbs down the content, are giving a thumbs down to the subject of drugs themselves.
I lost family and friends to opiates. Had to unsuccessfully attmpt to resuscitate a friend that overdosed, and died.
Dealers like this guy, have sold drugs that have ruined lives, ruined families, and killed people, especially kids.
Regardless if the message is positive, this man got lucky. Most people don't. Some people probably take offense to that idea.
Or, maybe people expected to hear "badass" stories about dealing drugs. It's glorified in rap culture, especially to young, curious, impressionable kids.
Btw: I liked the video. Just giving a different perspective.
Well said. I have been through it, watching loved ones throw their life saving away try to help those they love. The lives this young man has helped to ruin he is responsible for.
@Dom P Definitely!!! It's not our place to judge anyone and it's VERY easy to end up homeless or whatever the case is we all need to be kind to each other! We ALL bleed the same! No matter what race, color, religion, creed, etc...we can always do better!!✌🙏
@@jamesortiz6356 He knows that I'm sure...But he's doing everything he can and probably more to change and be the one helping those people/families to be and do better and THAT kind of change was NOT easy in the least. It would have been SO much easier to keep dealing n making a hell of a lot more money than he is helping those people but he didn't choose easy he chose to start ALL over and what he's doing means SO much to SO many!!✌🙏
I know you Carlos from shepherds school,God has done an amazing work in your life, your testimony is so powerful, May God continue to be number one in your life.
@@jaimegomez2728 y wat happen
i am muslim and aprove this mans power of changing his ways :)
@@jaimegomez2728 STAND DOWN HOMIE!!
@Snoop Doggy d.o.g.g allahsnackbar
I knew him from when mission was open. Nice guy but scary at first, I came from a small town back in the east. Never saw people with tattoos on their face. LoL. Nice guy though, I miss talking to him, we had the best of times. Now I'm off the street.
Right now my son is at a place called the dream center in los Angeles. He has been on one thing or another since he was 14. I tried everything, but he would pick the streets and drugs and drinking every time over help. He has lived on the streets, over dosed 4 times, jumped off of a building and survived, he was left for dead in someones car, he asperated and was revived, someone punched him so hard and broke his jaw, his mouth was wired shut for almost 3 months. His jaw and side of his face have so much titanium in them, and so much more all before his 19th birthday. It doesnt matter what color, or size, or sex or any of that. Some times even with a good upbringing addiction and evil is out there. He has been at the center for 7 months now and has been without alcohol and drugs. I dont know how he is even alive today, but God has bigger plans for him. I'am so proud of him. He is my angel. There is nothing in this life that I love more than my son. Thank God for you and these places that take these kids in and teach them that there is a better way. Much love and respect to you, Keep doing what your doing. You are a miracle for someone like me and my son.
miss pitters he’s destined to be great if god kept him after all that
Only the addict can decide when he is ready to get clean. Hopefully your son is ready. I used on the same streets in Burque as Carlos in the video above and I'll have 6 years clean on Oct. 27th (2018). If your son is serious about staying clean and needs help building a network of solid clean folks, feel free to have him get in touch with me. I know clean peeps all over the place. Good luck!
Great story! I hope he makes it. I got out 7 years ago and haven't looked back. Got a 3 year old girl with a great job now. Just keep telling him a little hard work goes a long way and to keep doing the next best thing. He can't go wrong if he does that. God bless
That's awesome. Good story, and God will guide him. I am not to judge and if you don't mind me asking, was his father in his life or around. That plays a major part in a young man's life.
His father divorced me after 23 years. My son was a senior in high school when his Dad left. He eventually went to live with his Dad, but his Dad was always paying attention to new women in his life, and he preached he was a christian, My son really down spireled after that. He lost 3 friends in 5 years to drugs and alcohol, My mom, he loved so much and was very close to died last july, and my 2 brothers the year before. Its been the hardest years for all of us. I get to talk to him 1 time a week, for 15 min, and he is doing good. I sleep at night knowing he is there. thank you for the good words!
You can tell this vato is the Real Deal. A gangster, but yet very well spoken. Please keep these episodes coming! I am happy to see this type of production going on towards peoples “real life” experiences here in Albuquerque. The world needs to know the good AND the bad of Albuquerque. I’m glad this vato changed his life around for the better. We need to see more of our Raza from Burque giving back to the streets they grew up in. Amore from that South Valley 505 Duke City.......😎😎😎💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼❤️💛❤️💛🔥🔥🔥🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸✌🏼✌🏼✌🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
Domenico 🇪🇸🇮🇹
Needless to say, with that LOOK, this vato could very well have a career in Hollywood. Those EYES are a gift. Use it vato.
True that
He's doing something more important
@@faycoleman9023 Mic drop! I didn't even consider that but you are absolutely right
Yeah he smart. Not your normal dope head homeboy
Love how clear he speaks and without any kind of slang or put on hood accent
That hood accent comes from watching too many movies. Somehow kids think this life is cool
Rght
Or people grow up around other people who have this “accent”. You sound like the people you grow up around.
We are not parrots! Bahahahaha we don't have to repeat or mimic our environments. Grew up rough however busted my ass, educated myself, and now my children are not in the situation I grew up in. Good luck and peace.
Joe Shmoe from the movies? Lmaoo where tf do you think they get it from? (Hollywood producers)
A very intelligent , articulate young Man !
Rough start but , happy that he made it what it is right now ! Mad Respect
Maple Cookies I work with a guy that has face tattoos like him and is intelligent friendly and very good salesman.
Extremely well done. The cinematography and editing was brilliant. Looking forward to more videos in this series.
Wish it was much longer, at least 30 minutes
he seems humble and sincere...hes the real deal..
sounds like his life was way tougher than mine so of he can make it there is no reason my privileged ass can't.
alot of people here in albuquerque are fool of shit believe me i dealt with alot of their bs
White privilege is a made up narrative dumb ass
Daniel C No one said white privilege you must be feeling what’s called white guilt lol
Daniel C they didn’t say white privilege, dumbass.
They were saying compared to his upbringing and the people he had surrounding him, they felt privileged when compared to him. Dumbass.
@@rhysjones1108 oooh triggered, white knight, save her!!!!!
So dope to see a video where you start out thinking he’ll say he’s still entrenched in the life, then it turns around completely. This man deserves the upmost gratification no matter how his past was. Truly inspirational.
Sucks cause he is back on the streets now. He got fired from the city job and everything.
@@vincenttapia2105sheeesh
Wow I really like this. I’m from Albuquerque been out of jail for 2 months now! Sober over a year! ❤️ keep up the positivity I love it.
Petty Mamiii i just did 6 months in jail... have 191 days today, that's great you're doing well congrats.
@@kevindurantburneraccount4111 shut the fuck up u lil bitch
Dumb girl.
Youll end up back in the slammer if you idolize morons like carlos
Burque is crazy city.
stupid ass people for real
This man's eyes are PHENOMENAL !!!!
Both his eyes are lovely
@@diehard5155 i actually don't man. What happened to him ?
how did that happen?
Wtf?
He may have got hit real hard on the side of the head which will make the eye change. I know this cause a friend of my got kicked in his temple while we got jumped one day.. All said and done his eye was grey.. Fucking crazy tho
Sometimes I don't realize how wild I lived my life until someone has a similar story..I have my 5mo old daughter full time now and changed my life over night..work hard and love your family
Thank you for this! I love how it didn’t only focus on your troubled life. You turned it around and now you’re giving back. That deserves applause! Keep doing what you’re doing, OG!
The toughest people have the toughest stories....
"The tougher you talk, the weaker you are"
And stories are nothing but talking.
@@indrakalki3966 str8 up bro these fudus don't get it the loudest one is the biggest bitch
😂
Bay BossMAN he didn’t shoot the first shots in the Iraq war my cousins was to leave and go home after four years he went back and went to war sad but true man came back messed up man know tell me how strong of your a person is your cousin man getting out of the military and then being called back to fight a war and he was done for 4 years came back mentally ill man.
Bay BossMAN sir it was t the first shot man how do I know because the war didn’t start in Iraq it started in Afghanistan with the Taliban with the Soviets man that’s how I know my cousin was the first to know about the war the soviets had opium and guns traded to take over the Middle East for oil and the us had wanted to make deals with the. Oil fields the Jews had deals with the Saudi Arabia’s prince and he declined and started the regime of the country falling man the gas prices in the United States hit to 25$ a gallon man he was the first to go to the war not shoot tho man he knew what they where doing it’s all capitalism man gold oil drugs man that’s what started the war the 911 was about the us stealing the oil from the prince man and he send the Taliban to attack the world trade center to stop the money from transferring the oil to dollars currency man the sad thing is my cousin knew we weren’t going to take the Middle East because no one got thousands of years never conquered it man because they been at war since Mesopotamia man.
I've seen both your videos. In my opinion I really appreciate how you have given these two men the opportunity to share their experiences with us. I wish nothing but the best. I do hope for more content. Im from Albuquerque and I truly appreciate your work. Thank you.
Can we appreciate this filmmaker tho! Great visuals🎬‼️
He need to make a video with you would look sooo great on film you should def considering that
I was thinking the same. This man's interviews are one of a kind...
I just want to give this guy a hug.
Thank you for Duke City Diaries , sir, these are powerful stories man! I grew up here from a baby, it's the city that raised me, I'm 50 now and I love it with all my heart! I'm so glad this man gives back to the community also. 505 earned its hard reputation, we don't fuck around here, but at the end of the day, we all gotta face our Maker, and I love a story of redemption and contribution! Love love love your series
I really can’t wait til your channel gets up there and to see more content. Stay consistent. This really needs to be known to the world. I’m super stoked about this project!
Michaela Martinez Are you a model
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Damn your pretty 💐😍😘
Sin Nombre she used to work for this dude on the video when he ran hoes .
Michaela Martinez Are you Filipino?
I'm a native American from LA Azteca and Yaqui/Apache. Both sides of my family alot of people judge anyone these days but Society was built to destroy you mentally that's why it's important to stay strong in your life alone
Official Vo1ze truth
I raised myself at age 9, sold drugs,did drugs and many other things no child should have to do to survive. This month will be 6 years sober of everything and like him I want to give back to the first nations community who helped me get to where I am today. Amazing job brother, keep inspiring everyone around you because what we put out will come back one day
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I’m new to this channel .. loved this! Can’t wait to see more ( love to see longer episodes 😉😊)
I love documentaries and the fact it’s from my hometown makes it even better !!
These are great man. I'm really looking forward to seeing more of them. Keep it up.
Just found this channel. Love how you’re letting these people tell their story
Thank you for showing these documentaries.
Doing things myself and turning my life around, makes me happy to see others doing it too
Shallow but facts.... captivating
not just his eyes, his story....but unfortunately that’s what actually drew me into his story.....
I had a similar upbringing but flipped my mother was a pimp.....she had bitches that worked for her so had a lot of mother figures BUT all shitty ones.... got pregnant at 15 married at 17 to the best thing that happened to me, his mother was a hoe....used to leave him and his 4 baby brothers for weeks on end to go to the Indian reservation to make money and gamble it away.....,but we ran far away from our bullshit and still with him today 5 kids later....
We been in Hawaii since we was 18 and never left
We are proud parents of a 2 Marines(twins), Coast Guard, EMT and our youngest a freshman in high school.
They will never know the struggle BUT this generation is hella soft.. it’s our fault cause we wanted to give them EVERYTHING we didn’t have a more...
So can’t fault them for not understanding a struggle
Pretty Puerto Rican keep doing what ur doing
LOL, you're not responsibility for the generation. And giving your children everything is what you're supposed to do. That's not what makes them soft. A lack of discipline and guidance is what has made this generation soft.
So congratulations... it sounds like you're winning the game of life. And your kids have respectable careers that will open further doors for them.
Amazing story! You guys are a true fucking blessing to humanity! Keep spreading love
Pretty Puerto Rican you’d be surprised how many people still struggle with these things. Albuquerque is still stuck in its ways. It’s not a generation that gets through a struggle, it’s only the people who grow up in poverty stricken areas.
Me quito el sombrero .....que clase de historia mi Hermosa taina de mi parte de digo que estoy orgulloso oir tu historia.....bendiciones 🇵🇷
Hes a real one. Id say a real G cuz real Gs give back to the community.
No Doubt Homie
@Matt S He wanted to give back to himself. How selfish!
Once a thieve always a thieve
True agree.
I've seen family members addicted to pills and switch to heroin to save money and get more hooked. It's another fucked up thing in this world.
Privileged to know and work with Carlos. Great job highlighting the positive!
Whats his name n his story is heartbreaking may god be with him
She’s deff fucked
amanda avila he smash ?
Lemme guess he got piss teated after this came out??.. haha
I've seen him around before.
This video made me cry for 2 hours. You did a great job. The music, the picture and everything. I applaud you.
Just found your channel today and am very impressed with your work and with the grit and courage of those whose lives you document. Keep it up!
Frank, You are a credit to the people you touch. Hearing a little of your story lifts my spirit. Keep up the good work. This world needs more people like you.🖖
Out of all the stories brotha yours is my favorite Carlos, you’re making a new name for yourself no matter what. Takes a real man to admit he had failures (lessons) but decided to make changes even though it took a while. No matter if you fall on hard times don’t give up. Remember the inspiration and lessons you give those kids, remember the role model they see in you, remember the huge change you’ve made. It’s easy to fall back into old ways but it’s harder in the long run. You’re saving lives by doing the work you are. May you be protected and safe while following your higher powers plan. Whether you drink or not the first soda or beer is on me if we ever cross paths.
Just amazing what all you do and your intentions on helping the troubled. From someone who has had similar rough times. Homlesness and living on your own at such a tender age. Shelters that dont take kids...so its cool you all do. Those single memories of a good Christmas from a stranger who just happened to care...they mean the world when your a child. Never stop what your doing now!! Thank you!!! May God bless you and the organization.
Much love to you man! Love is always here for you!
ONE OF THE BEST VIDEOS I HAVE EVER SEEN! Very well done yo
My respects to you Carlos Sanchez I'mma a home grown Burque Nuevo Mexico till I die and we need more people like you. I've changed my life around when I got out of federal prison. I'm a hard working man now. When I see youngsters doing bad I let them know it ain't to late to change for the best
My dude keep that up 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💯...we need this positive energy out here 💯💯💯💯
I was blown how well spoken and how big of a heart this guy has for being raised so poorly! God bless you brotha!
Wow he has a good heart, I didn't expect him to be so well spoken either
Thank I myself have been a foster kid since a toddler thrown from home to home n groups along with my brother! My mom died and my dad doing many life senstances also my brother was killed from streets so thank you for making a place for us young kids that never asked to be brought into a messed up non loving no family environment!!!!! RESPECT
I hope you’re with a loving person 🙂
I'm sorry too hear that you are loved ❤️🙏😢😓
Same
This is by far some of the best documentary work I have ever seen. I’m really looking forward to seeing more!
Great job team. This was very well shot and documented.
Powerful video. Thanks for posting . Looking forward to more content. I subscribed !
Yeah I got out of the joint a year ago and to see these dudes trying with all there heart is amazing for me. Don't stop doing what your doing I love NM
These Duke City Diaries show another side of Burque. Way to go for this guy helping change the city.
Amazing!! keep coming with these documentaries!:)
Shout to you for giving these guys from the duke a platform to tell their stories... If these stories dont get shared...itll keep happening...unfortunately its happening more and more to our youth...Dukes UP ☝ 💯💯
This a really dope video. Keep that mentality bro, stay positive & keep pushing.
What an eloquent young man. So happy to see that he is giving back to the community. I admire a young man that discovers the true joy and value of empathy.
I found your videos today after seeing you photo art exhibit here in Pueblo, CO at the Art Center. Great work on the exhibit and these videos. I have a lot of familia in Buerque and love when I get to visit. I’ve never seen/hear/been to the war zone but next time I’m in ABQ gonna have to take a drive.
I just met this cat at smith's for the first time. I have mad respect for him!! True class!! I want to see a way longer documentry on his life because i can definitely relate. I'm a director getting my start, and i would like to see carlos in more films. He's got that charizma and real stories to back it up. One luv!! God bless!! To carlos and his family.
This guy is gorgeous 😍
Keep going Carlos! You're doing great, so glad you are making things happen for yourself and turning your life around! Well done!
Your beautiful babe😛
Thank you for sharing your story
Can’t wait for the next video! Miss your documentaries Frank!
It's sad that this is an actual reality for many people out there.
Excellent work!
You def got my subscription! Real good content you got here. Much love all the way from the sunshine state Fla
My mother is a pediatric nurse at the unm hospital for well over 20 years. They give their hearts and souls and ask for nothing in return from the people of the city. Maybe a story about those men and women and what they do at that hospital would be amazing. 20 years of Albuquerque anything can be tough I’d imagine. Those people their are the strongest most loving you will ever meet in your life.
Bruh that's everywhere that CITY IS A SHIT WHOLE NOTHING BUT DOPEHEADS THATS THE REASON ALL THE KIDS THERE ACT THE WAY THEY DO
I am inspired by this young man and how he’s being used as a vessel to help his city’s youth is great. You’re pretty awesome man!
I feel for this homie. I see my life thru him. I was saved off the streets of Stockton CA at a young age I'm blessed give back G
This channel is phenomenal! Keep it up!
Dope af man keep doing it 💪🏼
This fool right here is a great man. Has had a harder life then the so called citizens but has a bigger heart for sure. Real homie right here heart and all. God's here for us brother. Sins diminish aswell as hate. As for enemies....
God washed all that away,stay up😘
Great job brother!
Wow.... this is really raw
Thanks for for sharing
God bless you man! Much respect for turning your life around in the right direction. Nobody can make you change it has had to be on your terms and when your ready. Look forward to hearing from you doing big things
Thank you for having a mission in life. A purpose. New subscriber. Keep working hard. 👏
@angelica Martinez,Martinez por vida!🇪🇸
I’ve been struggling wit this issue for years I got a couple weeks clean pray for me...but I also sold them
As well and I can’t get that look of desperation on ppl face every time they would come see me I’m glad god is gonna give me a second chance to get it right this time I’m appreciative &Thankful 🙏🏼
Keep coming back. One day at a time. I got out and got sober 10 years ago. Best decision I ever made. Best action I’ve ever taken. I pray you’re still sober.
@@mauricespieces I'm clean now living life taking care of my family thank god thanks for the encouragement 💯
Thank you for sharing this ❤
Mom taught 1 of his kids. I helped out at the school and saw him around a bit. Wasn't til about a year later I brought leftover food from a homeless feeding thing I help out with to a park that takes the homeless to heading home. I talked to him for a bit and I have to say he's a really nice, friendly, quiet person. I asked my mom a bit more about him and she said him and his Ex would come in to the kindergarten class and they would play hide and seek with the kids. Cool dude glad he's sharing his story!
I know Carlos, if you ever see this I hope you’re doing good and staying out of trouble. Stay up.
Right on. Some of us still doing dirt, but good to see someone changing, and in a good way, not no snitch, but someone giving back. Right on brother.
This is awesome, thank you for this!
This is an amazing story. Much love
Wow I love how you make emphasis in the eyes. Eyes definitely tell a story
Great to see people change for the better......
Great work! Lookin forward to the next vid. 👍👍
Great stuff. Looking forward to seeing more man !!
Thank you every one needs to know what life is all about I'm sober and itz getting better every day with much love sherry I will keep my head high thank you again
Thank you Carlos for helping our city in need. God bless
Back again. lol Love this real life story! Thank you Frank 😍❤️ And thank you Carlos 😊
I commend this young man for being a positive influence to both young and older people. He has turned his life around not only for himself but for others. One word comes to mind when it comes to his past life story and the present and that is "Unselfish". He has given back and has also touched my heart and many others. I wish you the best because the best is yet to come. God has granted and given you a huge heart and soul. Those 2 gifts will give you the life you never imagined having. God Bless You in every endeavor you wish to take on. Much love and respect. 🙏🙏
New Mexico is beautiful ❤️ don’t let anybody tell you different
Intro on point 👌 I love Albuquerque
These streets will change you 💪
Super proud of this guy for turning his life around. I’m not sure I could pull myself out of that, and am thankful that I never went down that path. Great job.
This guy is A BEAST! A real man that OVERCOMES their past and looks to HELP others from going down the wrong road.
Big ups on this project, very captivating and powerful story, beautiful cinematography. I feel so proud to be from Burque and to see so much talent and resilience. Respect.
Mad respect for this guy right here! Wow.
This is my favorite video/story out of all of them. I always come back to watch Carlos's story.
Back again. lol
When I watch these it gets to me deep in my heart because this is home.
This is especially heartbreaking.
Love what you’re doing and what you are doing now will define you as to the man you want to be.
Love love love this interview!
@frankblazquez thank you for sharing!!!
He's a very smart and really good looking guy. Glad he was able to be find the strength to turn his life around and give himself the chance no one else did.
I was hoping you would give me a chance because nobody else will
This is bad ass, outstanding work. Looking forward to more episodes!
I'm glad to see you turned your life around and you are giving back. Keep up the good work young man.
Thanks for sharing your story, friend.