Host Steve “Murph” Murphy (retired DEA Agent, featured in NARCOS on Netflix) takes you inside the most intense and fascinating true crime stories in the world. Real life tales from the most notorious cases everyone knows and some you’ve probably never heard of (until now) from those who broke the law and those who were sworn to enforce it. Murph asks the questions and gets into the true stories from the real life players in the biggest, baddest, most dangerous game of all — the Game of Crimes.
221: Part 1: Randy Wagner – From a local cop to DEA legend operating around the world 🇺🇸
Nov 10, 2025
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Murph sits down with Randy Wagner, a veteran law enforcement professional whose journey from a local police officer to DEA Special Agent is filled with grit, humor, and heart. Randy opens up about the real challenges behind the badge, sharing unforgettable moments from the streets to federal operations. You’ll hear hilarious stories from the criminal underworld, lessons from undercover life, and candid reflections on what it truly takes to protect and serve.
220: Part 2: Britnie Turner – Fighting human traffickers AND cancer – can you say hero?!?
Nov 04, 2025
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In this powerful episode, Britnie Turner shares her extraordinary journey of courage, purpose, and transformation. As the co-founder of Aerial Recovery, Britnie has dedicated her life to rescuing victims of human trafficking, rebuilding devastated communities, and restoring hope where it’s been lost. From her early days as a driven entrepreneur to leading global humanitarian missions, Britnie reveals how faith, resilience, and family support became the foundation of her calling. She discusses her vision for creating healing spaces for survivors, her team’s relentless efforts on the front lines of disaster zones, and the collaboration required to fight the dark world of human trafficking.
220: Part 1: Britnie Turner – From rock bottom to rebuilding nations and restoring hope – This one's powerful!!
Nov 03, 2025
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In this inspiring episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of Britnie Turner—an unstoppable force of purpose, resilience, and impact. From humble beginnings in South Carolina to becoming a real estate mogul, humanitarian, and global change-maker, Britnie’s path wasn’t easy. She faced rejection, heartbreak, and the relentless pressure of building her empire from the ground up. Through unwavering faith, grit, and vision, Britnie transformed every setback into a stepping stone—founding companies that rebuild nations, empower survivors, and restore hope where it’s been lost. Her story bridges the worlds of entrepreneurship, survival, and service, showing that true leadership is born through adversity.
219: Part 2: Jeremy Locke – The message that saved his life 🔥
Oct 28, 2025
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Jeremy Locke opens up about his darkest moments — battling alcoholism, suicidal thoughts, and the invisible wounds of war. A decorated U.S. military veteran, Jeremy spent years fighting external enemies, but his greatest fight came after the battles ended — against the pain, trauma, and isolation that haunted him. Everything changed with one life-saving message from his future wife — a moment that pulled him back from the edge and gave him a reason to live again. Jeremy shares how faith, purpose, and love became his foundation for recovery, leading him to co-found Aerial Recovery, an organization that lives to help others. This is more than a story about survival — it’s a story about hope, redemption, and the courage to rebuild a life when everything feels lost.
219: Part 1: Jeremy Locke – Combat vet's mission to save lives after war 🔥
Oct 27, 2025
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Murph talks with Jeremy Locke, co-founder of Aerial Recovery, who has transformed his experience in war and trauma into a mission to rescue and rebuild lives after natural disasters, human trafficking operations, and war-torn crises. He opens up about the brutal realities of combat, the invisible wounds of PTSD, and the struggles of maintaining relationships during and after military service. But Jeremy’s story is not one of defeat — it’s about redemption and purpose. He shares how finding a new mission to serve others became the key to healing himself and saving countless others.
219: Pt 2: Barry Todd – Charged with Attempted Murder – Stand Your Ground Reality
Oct 21, 2025
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The life of Barry Todd, a decorated U.S. Army veteran, takes a shocking turn when a life-threatening confrontation led to charges of attempted murder. What began as an act of self-defense spiraled into a nightmare of legal battles, financial strain, and public scrutiny. Barry takes us through the split-second decisions that changed everything — and the long road that followed. He opens up about the fear, confusion, and injustice that come when the system turns against someone who’s dedicated their life to service. This episode dives deep into Stand Your Ground laws, the role of prosecutors, and how media narratives can shape justice long before a trial ever begins.
218: Pt 1: Barry Todd – The Battle for Justice – Stand Your Ground
Oct 20, 2025
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Murph sits down with Barry Todd, a retired U.S. Army Captain whose story defines honor, resilience, and justice. From his early days of service and family life to leading soldiers in the U.S. Army, Barry shares profound lessons on leadership, mentorship, and moral courage. But his journey takes a dramatic turn. A single incident changes everything—thrusting Barry into a legal battle that tests his faith, integrity, and the presumption of innocence. What happens when a decorated officer becomes the accused? Barry opens up about navigating the emotional and legal storm, the toll it took on his family, and his unyielding fight for truth.
217: Pt 4: Chris Howell & Rikk Rambo - Assassination attempt – What happened to Paradise?
Oct 14, 2025
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This final part shines a spotlight on a drug trafficking case intertwined with assassination attempts, exposing the violent underworld that plagues the island of St. Croix. Listeners are taken behind the scenes of a harrowing arrest, the tense investigation that followed, and the violent consequences that law enforcement officers were forced to face. From crime scene investigations gone wrong to the difficulty of gathering evidence in a region scarred by corruption, Chris and Rikk reveal the brutal truth about organized crime on the island. They detail the fear that gripped the police force, the sociopathic nature of gang members, and the heavy toll of serving in one of the most dangerous environments for law enforcement. But through it all, one theme shines through: the brotherhood and resilience that keep law enforcement officers going when everything else seems stacked against them.
217: Pt 3: Chris Howell & Rikk Rambo – Shootings, St. Croix ops, a shocking kidnapping
Oct 13, 2025
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Rikk and Chris take you deep inside the intense world of DEA and island operations, where every decision could mean life or death. From heart-pounding shootouts to the unseen psychological toll of pulling the trigger, Rikk shares his earliest encounters with violence in law enforcement and the crucial role of agency support after traumatic incidents. The conversation then transports listeners to the island of St. Croix, where the DEA waged war against drug traffickers in daring missions like Operation Limpia Casa and Operation Beach Party. These missions weren’t just about chasing cartel leaders—they revealed the ingenuity, grit, and resourcefulness required to outsmart criminals in unpredictable environments.
217: Pt 2: Chris Howell & Rikk Rambo – Undercover Cops in St. Croix: It's not Paradise
Oct 07, 2025
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From the early days of the police academy to life-or-death moments on the streets, Chris and Rikk share raw and unfiltered stories of courage, sacrifice, and betrayal. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of undercover operations gone wrong, shocking encounters with corrupt officers, and the devastating impact of the drug trade on the community. These are the untold stories that expose the brutal realities of police work and the human cost of fighting crime. The conversation dives deep into operational security, the complexities of infiltrating violent criminal networks, and the aftermath of split-second decisions—including shootouts that forever changed lives. It’s an emotional, powerful journey through the front lines of justice, corruption, and survival.
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