I Killed A Man: My Life Sentence, Redemption & How Prison Forged Me Into A Multi-Millionaire.

Tell us what you like or dislike about this episode!! Be honest, we don't bite! What happens when you’re raised to be invisible, end up in a gang, and face the death penalty by 22? This is the story of Quan Huynh—once a violent criminal, now a bestselling author and entrepreneur on a mission to rewrite the narrative for the formerly incarcerated. In this jaw-dropping conversation, Quan opens up to Matt Haycox like never before. From growing up a Vietnamese refugee in Utah to spending decades inside one of America’s most brutal prison systems, he reveals what really happens behind bars—and how a single moment of clarity changed his life forever. You’ll hear about gang warfare, criminal enterprise, emotional breakdowns, the brutal truth of justice in America—and how he used books, breathwork, and belief to transform his future. This isn’t a redemption cliché. It’s a raw, powerful insight into crime, consequence, and what it really takes to rebuild your life when the system says you’re finished. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to Quan Huynh"s Journey 3:21 - Childhood and Early Influences 7:54 - Struggles with Identity and Belonging 10:00 - The Impact of Family Tragedy 12:20 - Escalation into Crime 16:40 - Life in Jail and Gang Culture 21:24 - Reintegration and Continued Struggles 26:05 - The Fatal Incident and Its Consequences 29:25 - Facing the Death Penalty 31:07 - Life Sentenced: Adapting to Prison Life 32:25 - The Mechanics of Crime and Compensation 35:10 - The Brutality of Prison Life 36:14 - The Inability to Control Violence 37:32 - The Awakening: Finding Purpose in Prison 42:18 - Transitioning from Crime to Redemption 45:03 - The Parole Process: A Journey to Freedom 47:28 - Life After Prison: Embracing New Opportunities 49:03 - Building a Business: Empowering Others 51:04 - Writing a Memoir: Sharing My Story 52:26 - Changing the Narrative: Advocacy for the Incarcerated ____________________________________________________________________________________ Welcome to Stripping Off with Matt Haycox This isn’t your average business podcast. It’s where real entrepreneurs, celebs, and industry leaders strip back the polished PR, and get brutally honest about the journeys that made them. Hosted by entrepreneur and investor Matt Haycox, Stripping Off dives into the raw, unfiltered realities behind success: the wins, the fuck-ups, the breakthroughs, and everything in between. No scripts. No sugar-coating. Just real talk from people who’ve lived it. Whether you’re hustling to scale your business or just love a behind-the-scenes look at how people really make it, this podcast is your front-row seat to the truth behind the triumphs. Who Is Matt Haycox? - Click for BADASS Trailer