Meet Mr. Based, a highly controversial streamer and the mastermind behind NYC’s largest escort empire. His journey is a wild ride from reigning over New York’s nightlife to surviving the harsh realities of Rikers Island. While in prison, Mr. Based crossed paths with Lilo Brancato, the actor from A Bronx Tale, who was serving time alongside him. But survival was just the beginning. In a bold move, Mr. Based turned the tables on those in power by ratting on the governor, exposing corruption at the highest levels. And with the mysterious Joshua Block playing a key role, this episode unravels a thrilling tale of crime, survival, and redemption.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - The origin of Mr Based

00:05:16 - Growing Up in New Jersey

00:10:29 - Growing Up with a Successful Lawyer Stepdad

00:15:45 - High School Memories and College Experiences

00:20:58 - From Professional to Entertainer

00:26:22 - The Trip Around the World and the Drug Deal

00:31:42 - The Phone S*x Company Journey

00:36:47 - Life in Prison: Weirdos and Crazies

00:41:40 - The Escape of Reading in Prison

00:46:54 - Starting an Escort Agency

00:52:16 - The Risks of High Profile Clients

00:57:26 - The Business Operations of an Escort Agency

01:02:35 - Life in Prison

01:07:34 - Life at Rikers Island

01:13:12 - Becoming a Streamer and the Journey to Success

01:18:24 - Meeting Josh Block and the Impact on Live Streaming

01:23:48 - Everything Happens for a Reason

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I Was a New York Pimp — Then Got Sent to Rikers Island | Mr. Based