Synopsis
Law Enforcement Today - The Podcast. Join your host John "Jay" Wiley, radio DJ and Retired Baltimore Police Sergeant, and guests as we discuss a wide range of issues affecting Active, Retired, Former Law Enforcement Officers, their families and friends. The Law Enforcement Today Podcast will be a talk show that offers a realistic truthful portrayal of Law Enforcement Officers to counter the mostly negative portrayals in the media.Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer, get more information about them and their music on their website, www.darkhorseflyer.com.
Episodes
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DEA and the Police in the Caribbean
30/07/2025 Duration: 40minDEA and the Police in the Caribbean, Drugs, Violence. When most people imagine the Caribbean, they think of turquoise waters, white sand beaches, rum cocktails, and vibrant island music. The idea of violent crime, drugs, and federal law enforcement operations rarely comes to mind. But behind the postcard-perfect scenery, the Caribbean plays a major role in the global drug trade, and with it, comes a dangerous underworld of money, guns, and organized crime. In the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. Retired DEA Supervisory Special Agent Jack McFarland knows this world all too well. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast interview, available for free on their website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more podcast platforms. Jack spent over three decades in the trenches with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). From his early days as a football coach and teacher to chasing drug trafficker
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PTSD for Police After a Hurricane
27/07/2025 Duration: 40minPTSD for Police After a Hurricane. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina’s devastation, many of the unsung heroes who rushed into chaos were first responders, police officers, firefighters, paramedics, putting their lives on the line to save others. One of them was Joseph Patrick Fair, a now retired Michigan, based police officer and firefighter, who served with distinction for over 25 years. His experiences during Katrina’s aftermath became a turning point, one that would ultimately reveal the hidden wounds of trauma and ignite a new chapter in his life as a writer, speaker, and advocate for recovery. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast interview, available for free on their website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more podcast platforms. “I was addicted to adrenaline,” says Fair, reflecting on his years in public safety. “You don’t even realize how it consumes you until the noise stops, and you’re alone with the aftershocks.” Those aftershocks, for Fair, came in the form of PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stres
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The Mafia and State Police, Cold Murders
23/07/2025 Duration: 40minThe Mafia and State Police, Cold Murders and Other Crimes. The cold-blooded world of organized crime in Rhode Island once felt untouchable, hidden behind the stoic façades of social clubs and whispered conversations. But thanks to retired State Police Major Anthony M. Pesare, those dark corners are being pulled into the light, on the page, in the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. Pesare, who served with distinction in the Rhode Island State Police for 24 years, spent a portion of his career inside the elite Intelligence Unit, investigating the Mafia, political corruption, and cold murder cases. His real-life experience forms the basis for his gripping novels They Always Win: Inspired by a True Story and Back in the Game, both part of the Gino Peterson series. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast interview, available for free on their website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more podcast
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Married to a Cult Leader The Mysterious
20/07/2025 Duration: 38minMarried to a Cult Leader The Mysterious Death of Her Son and Isabella Young’s Journey from California to Hawaii. Isabella Young's story reads like a modern-day epic, equal parts heartbreak, healing, and spiritual transformation. Once married to a cult leader in Southern California and later a grieving mother after the mysterious death of her son, Isabella has emerged from unimaginable darkness to become a beacon of hope, wisdom, and resilience. Now living in Hawaii, she shares her harrowing journey through her books, art, and online presence, reaching audiences via the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast interview, available for free on their website, on Facebook, Instagram, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. “I didn’t want to die, but I didn’t know how to live,” she says. “That’s when I began the deepest journey of my life.” The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. A Sudden Loss and the Start of a Spiritual Odyssey Isa
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Television Star That Was A Police Detective
16/07/2025 Duration: 41minTelevision Star That Was A Police Detective. Rod Demery may be best known to television audiences as the star of Murder Chose Me, the gripping true-crime docuseries that aired on Investigation Discovery. But long before he became a media personality, Demery was a decorated homicide detective who had lived, and investigated, some of the most painful crimes imaginable. Now, he shares his story on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available on Apple, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram, and other major social media and podcast platforms. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. “Murder didn’t just happen to be my job, it chose me,” said Demery. “It shaped who I became, both as a man and as a detective.” This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. Demery’s background is as complex as
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Police Death By Their Own Hand: A Father
13/07/2025 Duration: 40minPolice Death By Their Own Hand: A Father's Story and Crusade. The tragedy of losing a child is one no parent should ever endure. But for Brian Sizemore, that pain is now a daily reality, and a lifelong mission. His son, Lucas Henry Sizemore, was just 24 years old when he died by suicide. A newly sworn Atlanta City Police Officer, Lucas had recently graduated from the police academy and was serving proudly in Zone 4 Evening Watch. His passing sent shockwaves through the department, his community, and especially his grieving family. This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. “Our hearts are broken, but God is helping us understand and get through each day,” Brian said. “You are loved by so many and will be missed every second of every day for the rest of all of our lives.” The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other
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Iowa Lottery Fraud Which Led to Arrests and
09/07/2025 Duration: 40minIowa Lottery Fraud Which Led to Arrests and a Book. The story sounds like something out of a true crime documentary or Hollywood Crime Drama: cyber crime, deception, a mysterious offshore trust, and even Bigfoot hunting. But this wasn’t fiction, it was real life in Iowa. And it led to one of the most shocking lottery fraud cases in U.S. history, resulting in arrests, a best-selling book, international news headlines, and millions in stolen winnings. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. At the center of the storm was Terry Rich, the former President and CEO of the Iowa Lottery. Under his leadership, the organization uncovered a plot so bizarre and calculated that it threatened to undermine the entire $80 billion lottery industry. This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. “It was like
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Police In Milwaukee The Violent Crime No
06/07/2025 Duration: 39minPolice In Milwaukee The Violent Crime No One Talks About. Milwaukee, Wisconsin, known affectionately as “Cream City,” “Brew City,” and “The City of Festivals”, holds a cherished place in American culture. Many still associate Milwaukee with the hit sitcom "Laverne & Shirley", set in a 1950s brewery where two spirited friends tackled life’s ups and downs. But beyond the nostalgia and vibrant social scene lies a darker reality, one that rarely makes headlines: the violent crime in Milwaukee no one talks about. This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. “People picture the festivals, the lakefront, and maybe a Harley-Davidson roaring down the road,” says Patrick O’Donnell, a retired Milwaukee Police Sergeant turned author and podcaster. “But the violent crime? That doesn’t make the postcards.” The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram
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9 11 World Trade Center and Fighting Organized
02/07/2025 Duration: 39min9 11 World Trade Center and Fighting Organized Crime. Special Episode. Retired NYPD Detective John McNally, better known as Vic Ferrari, has written numerous comedic books about his time in the New York City Police Department. His experiences range from the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks to fighting organized crime as an Auto Theft Detective. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. "Life as a New York City police officer is nothing like what you see on television," Vic Ferrari says. "Of course, it can be fast-paced and action-packed. But unlike the soy boys you see running around with fake guns on the silver screen, NYPD cops are responsible for their actions." This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. Vic Ferrari's career with the NYPD included working at the World Trade Cente
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From Trauma to Success, the Tip of the Spear
29/06/2025 Duration: 40minFrom Trauma to Success, the Tip of the Spear Book. “I didn’t come from privilege or a picture-perfect family,” says Magallan in recent interviews shared across Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and various other platforms. “My childhood was marked by violence and abuse. But instead of letting that define me, I let it drive me.” His father was arrested for drug abuse; his mother was verbally abusive. Against the odds, Rodney and his sister became the first in their family to graduate high school, a crucial first step on a long road to personal success. This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming on for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. Rodney Magallan’s life story is a powerful testament to resilience, determination, and the ability to transform pain into purpose. “From trauma to success” isn’t just a catchy phrase, it’s the very journey that Magallan has lived. Today, he is a decorated retired
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Police in Virginia, the murder of a Baby
25/06/2025 Duration: 39minPolice in Virginia, the murder of a Baby. Special Episode. Carrie Wooten doesn’t just tell stories, she lived them. The former Virginia Beach Police Officer opens up about the hidden weight of a career in law enforcement, where behind every badge is not just duty, but deep, often silent trauma. This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming on for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. In this free episode of the Law Enforcement Talk episode, available now on their website, plus Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms, Carrie recounts two of the most harrowing calls she ever faced. One involved the murder of a 14-month-old baby by the child's own mother. The other, an encounter with a domestic terrorist that ended with her disarming and talking down the killer. “You train for scenarios like that,” she says. “But nothing prepares you for looking into the eyes of someone who’s just taken a life, or
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Police in Court, when they broke no laws
22/06/2025 Duration: 40minPolice in Court, when they broke no laws. The reasons why. In an era where politics often collides with justice, law enforcement officers are increasingly finding themselves in court, prosecuted not for misconduct, but for doing their jobs. Despite well-established legal precedents like Graham v. Connor, some State’s Attorneys and Chief Prosecutors, many of whom are elected political figures, continue to push criminal charges against police officers who have broken no laws. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. “These prosecutions aren’t always about justice, they’re often about politics,” says Lance LoRusso, a police officer turned attorney, widely known as “The Blue Line Lawyer.” LoRusso has spent over three decades in public safety, first as an EMT and police officer, and now as a nationally recognized advocate and defender of law enforcement officers. This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming on fo
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Doctor in America pushing addictive pills
18/06/2025 Duration: 38minDoctor in America, pushing addictive pills, The arrest and prosecution. Special Episode. In the ongoing battle against America’s opioid epidemic, few cases have rocked the justice system as hard as the arrest and prosecution of Dr. Stan Xuhui Li, one of the deadliest pill-pushing doctors in U.S. history. At the heart of this historic case was former New York County Assistant District Attorney Charlotte Bismuth, whose relentless pursuit of justice helped bring down a man who had been exploiting the medical profession for profit, at the cost of human lives. This episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming on for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social podcast platforms. “It wasn’t just about illegal prescriptions,” said Bismuth. “This was about a doctor in America, pushing addictive pills for cash, fully aware his patients were dying.” The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other plat
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The Traumas of Police Work and Drowning
15/06/2025 Duration: 39minThe Traumas of Police Work and Drowning Deaths, Special Episode. The badge doesn’t always protect the heart. Retired Seminole County Sheriff’s Sergeant Mark DiBona knows that truth all too well. After more than three decades in law enforcement, spanning from Braintree, Massachusetts to the heart of Florida, DiBona's battle wasn’t just with criminals, it was with the lasting traumas of police work, the devastating toll of a baby’s drowning death, and a fight for his own life. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. “I couldn’t save that baby,” Mark shared in this episode of The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast now streaming on for free on their website, in addition to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. “And that day nearly cost me my life too.” Look for supporting stories about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platfor
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Police and Gangs, Her Battle With The
11/06/2025 Duration: 38minPolice and Gangs, Her Battle With The Department and Court. In the gritty streets of California’s Bay Area, former police officer Janelle Perez patrolled neighborhoods ravaged by gang violence, battling not only criminal organizations but also the very department she once proudly served. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms. “I came into law enforcement with purpose,” Janelle shared during an interview on The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show which is featured as a free podcast episode available on their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and many podcast platforms. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. “But I never imagined that the hardest fight I’d face wouldn’t be with the gangs, but with my own department.” Janelle Perez is a former Bay Area police officer whose career was defined by front-line encounters with violent
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Arresting A Serial Criminal That Attacked
08/06/2025 Duration: 38minArresting A Serial Criminal That Attacked Women. What better place than a courtroom to find a violent serial criminal, but to get to Court you have to arrest them first. Brian Surber, a seasoned attorney and former special agent, is our guest. The courthouse wasn’t off-limits for the predators he’s faced. Surber, who brings experience from both the prosecution and law enforcement sides of the justice system, shares gripping firsthand accounts of tracking, arresting, and prosecuting some of the most dangerous criminals in America, including a serial attacker whose crimes spanned states and whose victims were often unaware they were being watched, followed, and targeted. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. In a special podcast episode now available on Apple, Spotify, and shared widely across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms, Surber recounts the dramatic story of taking down a serial criminal that attacked
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A Friend Police Officer Was Murdered
04/06/2025 Duration: 38minA Friend Police Officer Was Murdered, The Mystery. Special Episode. In a Free Podcast episode now streaming on Apple, Spotify, and shared widely across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, former law enforcement officer and paramedic David J. Brown opened up about a tragedy that has haunted him for decades, the 1982 murder of his friend and co-worker, Deputy Town Marshal Richard E. Hart. “This wasn’t just a fellow officer,” Brown shared. “Rick was a true friend, a devoted family man, and someone who represented the best of what it means to serve.” It is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. A Routine Traffic Stop Turns Tragic The heartbreaking incident took place in the early hours of October 16, 1982, in the small town of Firestone, Colorado. Hart and another officer were patrolling when they responded to the sound of a nearby car accident. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts ,
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A Violent Sex Crime Broke Her, Retired
01/06/2025 Duration: 41minA Violent Sex Crime Broke Her, Retired Sheriff Recovering From PTSD. When Trauma Breaks the Strongest: A Retired Florida Sheriff’s Deputy Shares Her Journey From Violent Crime Scenes to PTSD Recovery. In the heart of Orange County, Florida, where the sun and theme parks often mask the darker truths of urban life, violent crime remains an ongoing concern. With a violent crime rate of 836 incidents per 100,000 residents in 2023, significantly higher than the national average, law enforcement officers in the area are exposed to deeply traumatic scenes on a regular basis. It is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. Donna Michaels knows this firsthand. A retired Orange County Sheriff's Deputy, Michaels spent years responding to violent sex crimes, tragic accidents, and gut-wrenching child deaths. One case still haunts her to this day, a brutal gang sexual assault involving a teenage girl, discovered wandering the streets in a drug-induced haze, her body co
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Her Triumph Over PTSD, In Marriage and
28/05/2025 Duration: 38minHer Triumph Over PTSD, In Marriage and Life. Special Episode. Trauma often leaves silent scars. Jen Satterly has emerged as a powerful voice for recovery, resilience, and hope. Her journey, from behind the camera lens to the front lines of healing, reveals a deeply personal and professional commitment to helping others overcome the lingering effects of PTSD, especially within the tight-knit communities of Special Forces veterans and their families. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms. Jen’s story begins not in uniform, but in creativity. As an award-winning advertising specialist and filmmaker, she was invited to embed with elite military units, capturing the essence of Special Operations training missions. Working alongside Navy SEALS, Green Berets, and Army Rangers, she documented the unfiltered reality of war simulation. But what she captured went far beyond the battlefield. It is also pro
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The Thanksgiving Shooting and the Police
25/05/2025 Duration: 41minThe Thanksgiving Shooting and the Police Trauma response. A Domestic violence call In Virginia that escalated to three people being shot. And Police Officers fired upon. A Domestic Dispute call in Virginia turned into an Active Shooter. Where the suspect shot 3 people and also fired on Police Officers at the scene. This assault took place on a Thanksgiving. A former Chesterfield County Virginia Police Officer tells the story of the incident and their actions. It is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms. Kyle "Ashley" Woods is our guest and he tells the tale. He talks about the tactical response and the reasons why they did what they did. Kyle also discussed the trauma response he experience, both during and after the incident. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. “You train for it, you think you're ready for it… but when it actu