Marlon Fernandez shares his experience of becoming a correctional officer on Rikers Island and reveals how the inmates are actually treated.

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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Orientation at the Academy and Corrections
00:04:28 Growing up and career aspirations
00:09:08 The Struggle to Make a Living
00:13:42 Living Conditions in the Prison System
00:18:02 Pursue What You Love
00:22:13 Overcoming Obstacles and Pursuing Goals
00:26:19 The Gray Area of Criminal Justice
00:30:34 Challenges Working with Others
00:34:47 Challenges of being a correctional officer
00:38:59 Living conditions and hygiene in prison
00:43:12 Corruption and mistreatment in Riker's Island
00:47:24 Harsh Treatment of Inmates
00:51:36 Leaving the Job in Frustration
00:56:01 Rikers Island's Future
01:00:06 The Importance of Going Through Stages in the Acting Industry
01:04:02 Acting Tips and SelfTape Challenges