In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce recounts some more love stories featuring his wife, Svetlana. Find out how these two continued their relationship beyond prison and how Bruce managed to uncover more secrets of Svetlana's spy past.
Bruce Perlowin tells the story of his wife, Svetlana Ogorodnikova — the former Soviet spy he met behind bars at FCI Pleasanton, one of the only co-ed federal prisons in the country at the time.Before she met Bruce, Svetlana was at the center of one of the most sensational espionage cases in American
Steven Kalish is back to talk more about is infamous past. Most notably, how he pulled off a MILLION pound smuggle.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce recalls how he fell in love with his future wife, Svetlana. He married this Russian spy three different times. Listen in to find out how!
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce Perlowin shares the story of how he met his girlfriend, and eventual wife, in prison. Also, she just so happened to be a Russian Spy!
Dive into the high-stakes world of international cannabis smuggling in this gripping episode of Becoming the King of Pot. Host Todd Denkin is joined by "The King of Pot" Bruce Perlowin and special guest Stephen Kalish, the "Gentleman Smuggler," for a true crime deep dive into one of history's most m
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Steven Kalish is back! Today, he's telling more stories from his smuggling past. Find out more commonalities between Bruce and Steven and how the two used the same mission to build empires in completely different parts of the globe.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we're introduced to the legendary Steven Kalish. Here the beginnings of his marijuana journey in the first part of this epic series. We'll also hear from Bruce about how the lives of these two criminals intersection.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce introduces us to Frank, the Woodsman. Find out how Frank partnered with Bruce several times in their lives and how they bonded over sparkling marijuana.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we hear from Craig, the Dockmaster. Hear how Bruce's little brother held down the fort while Bruce was incarcerated.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we hear more prison stories from Bruce's past, including how the media named him "The King of Pot" while he was locked up.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we hear from Bruce's youngest brother, Jed Perlowin. Find out his role in shaping Bruce's marijuana empire and how family ties kept the business afloat.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we hear from the lawyer that was more than just Bruce's counsel. Meet Alan Silber, the King of Pot's longtime pal and legendary lawyer. Get ready to hear about Bruce's trial, the fight for cannabis rights, and how Alan went against the grain to stand up f
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we meet Toni Perlowin, Bruce's sister-in-law. Find out how Toni met and married Craig, The Dockmaster, and later became an integral part of "The Company."
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Tommy Powell is back to tell more legendary smuggling stories. Hear about the twilight of Tommy's career and the momentss that shaped his eventual retirement.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce introduces us to one of his smuggling pals and mentors, Tommy Powell. Find out how these two crossed paths and Tommy's influence on Bruce's career.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce Perlowin continues to describe his stay in a co-ed prison. Find out how romantic couples navigated the challenges of a relationship while in federal custody.
Bruce continues the conversation on how prison was an unprecedented opportunity for growth, learning, and spiritual awakening. In part 2, we learn about the players involved with Bruce's timeless misadventures in co-ed prison.
Most people see prison as a dark, hopeless end—Bruce Perlowin, the notorious King of Pot, sees it as a transformative journey. In this eye-opening episode, he reveals how his criminal empire was dismantled not just by law enforcement, but by a fierce mindset shift that turned incarceration into an u
In this episode, Cecil "The Stager" Rogers is back to talk about Thai loads of marijuana and how he became (and still is) one of Bruce Perlowin's greatest smuggling partners.
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin as they dive into the fascinating world of cannabis smuggling with Judy McNelis, the "Golden Dragon Lady." In part 2, Judy and Bruce recount their escapades in co-ed prison. Judy also discusses getting caught and being the Felon Florist.
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin as they dive into the fascinating world of cannabis smuggling with Judy McNelis, the "Golden Dragon Lady." Discover Judy's incredible journey from a fabric shop owner to one of the FBI's most wanted, as she shares her experiences in the marijuana trade and her dar
Join Bruce Perlowin, the infamous "King of Pot," as he takes you on a thrilling journey from his days as a daring marijuana smuggler to his transformation into a spiritual explorer. In this episode, Bruce talks about getting busted and running his organization from prison.
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we meet Gary Perlowin, Bruce's second smuggler brother. Gary The Backup helped Bruce launder money with his jewelry store and was a Swiss army knife wherever Bruce needed him. Enjoy another smuggling adventure from Bruce's crazy past.
Dive into the untold stories of the cannabis smuggling era with Todd, Bruce, and special guest Rozanne Anderson. In this episode, Rozanne shares her daring escapades, from managing stash houses in Florida to navigating the DEA during Operation Sunburn. Discover how trust and quick thinking kept her
Dive into the thrilling world of cannabis smuggling with Bruce, Todd, and captain Brett Douglas as they share jaw-dropping tales from the golden era of marijuana smuggling. In this episode, Brett shares how he managed his last load from Thailand.
In the second part of Bruce's financial journey, we explore more ventures that a kingpin engages in with unlimited capital. In this episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin once again delve into the financial intricacies of cannabis smuggling. More creative business vent
In this eye-opening episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin delve into the financial intricacies of cannabis smuggling. Bruce reveals the ingenious methods he used to manage and launder the vast sums of money generated by his operation. From creative business ventures t
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce reminisces with one of his best and oldest friends, Kelly. Find out alongside Todd Denkin how Kelly, the famously honest, got in trouble while working with Bruce's smuggling enterprise. Enjoy Part 2 of this psychedelic adventure!
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, Bruce reminisces with one of his best and oldest friends, Kelly. Find out alongside Todd Denkin how Kelly, the famously honest, got involved in Bruce's smuggling enterprise. From high school and beyond, Bruce and Kelly's story is a two part adventure. Tun
In this episode of Becoming the King of Pot, we take a look at how Bruce Perlowin, notorious marijuana smuggler, spent his holidays working and offloading weed. #bruceperlowin #becomingthekingofpot #marijuanasmuggler
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin as they delve into the high-stakes world of marijuana smuggling in the 70s and 80s. Discover the lavish lifestyle, the constant fear of getting caught, and the unique relationships that defined Bruce's life as the "King of Pot." From buying airplanes to navigating
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin as they dive into the fascinating world of marijuana smuggling in the latest episode of "Becoming the King of Pot." Discover the untold stories of Tex E. Coe, a seasoned smuggler from Florida, as he shares his thrilling adventures and the intricate operations behi
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin as they dive into the fascinating world of marijuana smuggling in the latest episode of "Becoming the King of Pot." Discover the untold stories of Tex E. Coe, a seasoned smuggler from Florida, as he shares his thrilling adventures and the intricate operations behi
In this episode of Becoming The King of Pot, Bruce recalls the multi-million dollar mansion he headquartered in. Also, tales of plane crashes, impromptu deer hunting, and more. Join Bruce Perlowin and his cousin Todd Denkin as they recall some of the most incredible (and true) stories from the life
Join us in this riveting episode of "Becoming the King of Pot" as Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin dive into the thrilling tales of high-stakes smuggling and the wild lifestyle that came with it. In this episode, they are joined by Surfer Bob once again. Find out how Bob and his crew patched up one of
Join us in this riveting episode of "Becoming the King of Pot" as Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin dive into the thrilling tales of high-stakes smuggling and the wild lifestyle that came with it. In this episode, they are joined by Surfer Bob, another one of Bruce's best captains. Discover the challen
Join us in this riveting episode of "Becoming the King of Pot" as Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin dive into the thrilling tales of high-stakes smuggling, courtroom drama, and the wild lifestyle that came with it. From navigating legal battles with a top-notch defense team to recounting the infamous c
In this gripping episode, Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin take us on a wild ride through the highs and lows of Bruce's journey as the "King of Pot." Bruce shares the adrenaline-pumping stories of navigating law enforcement and maintaining a multimillion-dollar business. With tales of Las Vegas advent
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin as they dive into the thrilling world of smuggling in the 1980s. In this episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," Bruce shares captivating stories about his adventures, from money laundering in a casino to "kidnapping" his own son. Discover the intricate details of
In the thrilling continuation of "Becoming the King of Pot," Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin are joined once again by Captain Brett Douglas. Experience the tension as Brett recounts the daring maneuvers to save the crew and cargo, and the strategic planning that went into ensuring a successful offloa
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin, the "King of Pot," as they dive into the thrilling world of smuggling on the high seas. In this episode, they are joined by Brett Douglas, a former captain and Marine, who shares his incredible journey from Kansas to the Pacific Ocean. Discover how Brett's milita
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin as they dive into the thrilling world of smuggling in the 1980s. In this episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," Bruce shares captivating stories about his adventures, from buying boats and laundering money to navigating the challenges of smuggling operations. Disc
In this thrilling episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin dive into the adventurous world of smuggling in the 70s and 80s. Joined by Cecil Rogers, a key player in Bruce's smuggling operations, they recount the meticulous planning and daring execution of their first majo
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin in this captivating episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," where they dive into the intriguing world of marijuana smuggling. In this episode, they are joined by Bruce's younger brother, Craig, the Dockmaster. Hear Craig's origin story and how he became Bruce's mus
Join Todd Denkin and Bruce Perlowin in this thrilling episode of "Becoming the King of Pot" as they delve into the adventurous world of smuggling. Discover the intricate logistics behind Bruce's first smuggling venture to California, the challenges faced with the Colombian cartels, and the daring ta
In this thrilling episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," we delve into the daring smuggling adventures of Bruce Perlowin alongside the infamous Boyd brothers, Darrell and Tracy. From the audacious donation to Skipper Chuck's telethon to the high-stakes escapades in the Everglades, Bruce recounts tal
In this thrilling episode of "Becoming the King of Pot," we delve into the daring smuggling adventures of Bruce Perlowin alongside the infamous Boyd brothers, Darrell and Tracy. From the audacious donation to Skipper Chuck's telethon to the high-stakes escapades in the Everglades, Bruce recounts tal
Join Todd Denkin and his cousin Bruce Perlowin as they delve into the fascinating and tumultuous journey of becoming the King of Pot. In this episode, Bruce shares his transformation from a peace-loving hippie to orchestrating one of the largest marijuana smuggling operations in history. Discover ho
In this introductory episode, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Bruce Perlowin, famously known as the King of Pot. From his entrepreneurial beginnings in Miami to becoming a legendary figure in the world of cannabis smuggling, Bruce shares his fascinating story. Discover how he navigated th