Former Inmate Big Herc Talks Prison, Childhood, and Race

Former Inmate Big Herc Talks Prison, Childhood, and Race

Author: Jesse McCarthy February 23, 2022 Duration: 1:17:17
Meet Marcus 'Big Herc' Timmons, armed robber turned upright mentor.. "I committed a bank robbery, broad daylight, with guns and ski masks." Herc was eventually caught and locked up for nine years, and the experience changed his life forever — and for the better.

During his time in jail Herc found purpose, eventually recreating himself into the man he is today.

In this interview, Herc talks about his growth and shares his take on a few issues that are relevant for all of us: parents, teachers, human beings.


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