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Car Chase Shootout, Knife Wielding Suspect, Perp Falling From A Tree Jan 18, 2023

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In this episode Steve interviews an Ohio officer named Dave. Dave is still active and wished to conceal his identity. He has over 35 years in policing and has piled up some crazy stories. He has worked all types of task force teams including the Drug Task Force and the US Marshal's Fugitve team.

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Butcher Knife Attack, A Prosthetic Penis, First Autopsy Jan 11, 2023

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Michael Sugrue began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. As a Security Forces Officer, Michael specialized in Law Enforcement, Global Force Protection, Anti-Terrorism, Nuclear Security, Foreign Air Field Assessments and Air Base Ground Defense.

Michael served in a variety of assignments including: Flight Leader, Flight Commander, Senior Watch Officer, Chief of Command Post and Chief of Security Forces.

Immediately after the Air Force, Michael was hired by the Walnut Creek Police Department where he served in a variety of assignments including: Patrol Officer, Driver Training Instructor (EVOC) Field Training Officer (FTO), SIU Detective, Undercover CA DOJ Narcotic Task Force Agent (Contra Costa County), Public Information Officer (PIO) and Patrol Sergeant.

Michael was awarded the Walnut Creek PD Distinguished Service Medal in 2014 for his heroic and life saving actions during a Fatal Officer Involved Shooting in 2012.

Michael ultimately medically retired in 2018. He is now a Peer Volunteer at the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat (WCPR) and an Ambassador for Save A Warrior (SAW).

Michael is a dedicated advocate for awareness, prevention, education, training on Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) and First Responder Suicide Prevention. Michael continues to speak at law enforcement agencies all over the United States.

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Undercover Abroad - Special Agent Lorenzo Toledo Jan 04, 2023

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In this episode Special Agent (ret) Lorenzo Toledo returns to share crazy undercover stories from the US and abroad! Lorenzo had an amazing career spanning across local, state, and federal law enforcement.

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Operation Undercover Railroad - Combating Human Trafficking

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Stories of A Ghetto Cop - Inglewood, CA Police Dec 28, 2022

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Merry Christmas and happy New Year! Some absolutely crazy stories from Inglewood, CA! Dave Carrasquillo went from the Marines to the Inglewood PD. His expierences are incredible and intense!

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Policing Born In Racism? A Brief History Of Policing With Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz Dec 21, 2022

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In this episode Steve chats with Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz about the history of policing. They delve into why the media labels police as racist and then attempt to claim that policing was racist from its inception. Rev. Dr. Koontz goes deep on the history of policing dispelling the myths pushed by the corporate media. To hear more of Rev. Dr. Koontz check out the two podcasts linked below.

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ATF Arson Specialist - Catching The Cops And Firefighters That Burned Boston Dec 14, 2022

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Wayne Miller was a Special Agent, Criminal Investigator and Certified Fire Investigator for the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms in Boston for 25 years. He has been involved in numerous high profile illegal firearms, bombing and arson cases. During his public and 18-year private career, he examined more than 2,300 fire and explosion scenes plus provided expert testimony in numerous Federal and State courts. In August 2019, he published his first book, Burn Boston Burn (recently named a Global Book Gold Award winner) followed in 2021 by Bang Boom Burn (a 2022 Global Book Silver Award winner).

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Shotgun Shootout And Cold Cases Dec 07, 2022

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As a disciplined street cop and Commander of the Homicide unit in a medium size county not far from Chicago, Illinois, Tim Corbett is a criminal's worst fear – he's the man who never gives up. Corbett's keen sense for bullshit, yet likable personality earns him the kind of information others can't put their hands on. And his dedication to making things right for victims and their families is worthy of a crime novel. Corbett and his teams have investigated over 1,000 deaths and put more than 400 convicted killers behind bars where they belong. He is responsible for 32 cold cases solved – some of the most-difficult in the country. 47 years in law enforcement. 17 &1/2 as Homicide Commander and an expert in the pursuit of Cold Cases. Support Our Sponsor, AVID! http://avidcompany.com

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One On One PCP Fight, Robbery Shooting, Run And Gun Drug Deal Nov 30, 2022

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In this episode Steve chats with retired Southern California Officer, David Putnam. Dave has some incredible stories and intense experiences.

During his career in law enforcement, David Putnam has worked in narcotics, violent crime, criminal intelligence, hostage rescue, SWAT, and Internal Affairs, to name just a few. He is the recipient of many awards and commendations for his heroism. He lives in southern California with his wife, Mary. He is a best selling author of the Bruno Johnson series. The Sinister out last Feb received a starred review in Publisher's Weekly.

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LAPD Vice And Homicide Detective Dave Escoto Nov 23, 2022

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One of my favorite guests if all time, the great Dave Escoto! Dave talks about naked Olympians, his partner saving his life, and coping with it all!

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Undercover in Rio de Janeiro, Left Hanging Undercover, Near Death Experience Nov 16, 2022

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In this episode Steve interviews retired DHS Attache Madrid Spain Alex Alonso. Listen to how an undercover agent is born along with the trials they must endure to succeed. Alonso's stories are intense!

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