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Part 2: Timmirror Stanfield on Getting H***** from Gambino Mafia
Part 1: Marlow Bates & Tamir Stanfield on "The Wire" Based on Them, Selling Drugs in Baltimore
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In this VladTV interview, Marlow Bates reflects on Baltimore street life, prison, drug money disputes, and the violence that followed when people crossed the line. Pressed by Vlad for court-exposed examples, Bates discusses how conflicts over drugs and cash were enforced through beatings and stabbings, while avoiding details tied to murder allegations due to legal risks. He recalls past murder charges he says he beat in court, references a disputed ballistic expert named Joseph, and describes long-running tension with law enforcement.
Bates also shares a vivid story about confronting a childhood bully named Ducky, while Timmirror adds perspective on keeping a low profile during the drug era, running a construction company, and handling large amounts of cash. The conversation touches on Baltimore crime history, street politics, prison stories, dirty money, and the harsh realities behind the drug trade.
