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The Brighter Side of Blue Podcast
A podcast focusing of the great things law enforcement officers and agencies have done and continue to do on a daily basis. Crime stories with interviews from those involved...victims, investigators, officers, informants, lawyers and more.
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SAINT LOUIS MOBILE RESERVE STORIES With Retired Police Sgt. John Winter - #61
Retired Sergeant John Winter comes on the show to talk about his time working with Mobile Reserve, and other wild stories around St. Louis. 00:28 “alright here…
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What It's Like to Grow Up With a Police Dad - #60
JJ, Danny, and Tom's daughters join to talk about their experiences growing up with policemen as fathers. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - LJ's Zen moment 1:20…
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Going From Navy SEAL to S.W.A.T. - #59
Joe Busso is a retired Navy SEAL that details what it was like going through BUD/S, his time as a Navy SEAL, and how after leaving, he got into law…
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Legendary Reporter Chris Hayes - #58
Chris Hayes, legendary St. Louis reporter comes on to talk about the stories he has of the relationship between the police and media, and his relationship with…
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Saving a Man From a Murder Charge With Colonel Jerry Leyshock - #57
On this week's episode we have on Colonel Leyshock to detail an intense story, a phone call with our previous guest Bill McClellan, and a call in from the one…
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Federal Friday 3-Changes Are Coming in Federal Law Enforcement
Former DEA agents Jack Riley and Joe Cronin discuss some of the nominees of President-elect Donald Trump and the effects they will have on law enforcement.
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Reporting Behind the Blue Wall: St. Louis' Bill McClellan - #56
This week we have on the legendary St. Louis reporter Bill McClellan. We dive into some of the most infamous stories Bill has written about as well as get a…
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St. Louis Guns n' Hoses Recap - #55
The Brighter Side of Blue team heads to Guns n' Hoses to interview several of the fighters, checkout the weigh-ins, and explore the Enterprise Center!…
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Legendary Police Chief Joe Mokwa Recalls Time in Law Enforcement - #54
Former St. Louis police chief Joe Mokwa comes on the show to recount many classic stories from his time in law enforcement in the city of St. Louis…
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How do Elections Affect the Police? - #53
This week we have on Tim Lachenicht to talk about stories from his career in the St. Louis Police Department. We also have on Jay Schroeder to talk about how…
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The K9 Unit: Stories of Dogs in Law Enforcement - #52
On this week's episode, we talk all things dogs! What role do dogs play in law enforcement and how do we support getting them more involved and available for…
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Trials and Tribulations: Retired Police React to Outrageous Criminal Trials - #51
On this week's episode, we talk about some of the craziest trials we've read about. We also show some behind the scenes footage of the Guns n' Hoses box off…
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The Iraqi Interpreter That Captured Saddam Hussein: A Never Before Told Story - #50
On this week's episode we have a special guest that details his ascent from an Iraqi refugee, to an interpreter for the U.S. military, to playing an integral…
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Federal Friday #2- Designating Cartels as Foreign Terrorists Organizations
We are joined by a former Navy Seal to discuss the possibilities of designating cartels as FTOs (Foreign Terrorists Organizations
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Police Stepping Up For Foster Children - #49
This week's episode of The Brighter Side of Blue our very own Tom Sawyer opens up about his experience fostering 3 victims of domestic abuse. This story…
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The STRANGEST Cop Stories - #48
This week's episode, we cover several St. Louis police stories including: - The child m*lestor "Flashlight Bob" - The infamous Michael Harper su*cide - And of…
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Freeing a Rehabilitated Prisoner - #47
This week's episode, we go into the imprisonment of Paige Spears and his journey of rehabilitation. If you have even a slight degree of connection to the…
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Funny Police Stories With Vince Stehlin - #46
Vince Stehlin comes on the show to lighten things up with some great stories of his time pulling pranks as a police officer. We also get a surprise guest from…
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Honoring Women In Law Enforcement - #45
On This episode of The Brighter Side Of Blue we honor just a few of the wonderful women that help keep our communities safe. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 35:42 -…
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Stories From A Police Widow: How To Move Forward - #44
Today we have on Michelle Blue Stanze-Colombini to detail her experience after her late husband, Bob Stanze was killed in the line of duty. She breaks down how…
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Federal Friday- Cartel Business-Episode 1.2
DEA veterans Jack Riley and Joe Cronin discuss how cartels are using open borders and effecting national security in a 3 episode inaugural series of Federal…
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Federal Friday-The Border is Open for Business-episode 1.1
DEA veterans Jack Riley and Joe Cronin discuss wide ranging effects of an open border in a 3 part series about the border and national security
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Federal Friday-Tiktok and Terrorism-Episode 1.3
DEA veterans Jack Riley and Joe Cronin discuss wide ranging topics surrounding the border and national security in a 3 part episode
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Kelly Chase Police Stories - #43
This week we have on Kelly Chase to talk about some great stories and interactions he has had and seen with the police in St. Louis! We also have on John…
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40 Years Of St. Louis Police Stories With Retired Sgt. Thomas “Bo” Bottini #42
This episode we bring on our friend Tom Bottini to discuss a wide range of stories from his long career as a police officer. From kilos in the snow to…
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The Hoolum Squad - Keeping the mafia under control STORY VAULT #4
Capt. Joe Spiess Sr, an original member of the Hoodlum Squad, recalls some of the stories from his time of dealing with mafia families in St. Louis. Bombings…
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#41 - The Bishop and the Stolen Urn
This episode we have Bishop Edward Rice on to tell a "hallmark story" of a story so bizarre it needs no embellishing. We also have Detective Leo Rice of the…
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Suspected terrorist fatally stabs daughter-Story Vault 3
Former SLMPD Major Harry Hegger recalls some of the facts surrounding the investigation of a terrorist fatally stabbing his daughter for becoming too…
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#40 - Tales From St. Louis’ Most Violent Offenders Unit
Leo Rice & Tony Lachenicht come on the show to tell some of their wildest stories while patrolling the streets of St. Louis. Want to support the show? -…
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Story Vault 2 - FIGHTING OFF THE SOUTHSIDE RAPIST...at age 14
Tammy Sorocko-Benjamin recalls her horrifying encounter with the notorious St. Louis area serial rapist Dennis Rabbitt. A riveting story of courage…
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#39 - St. Louis’ Crockett and Tubbs
Steve Burle and Clarence Hines recall some of the memories as being partners in several different divisions in the SLMPD Want to support the show? -…
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The Story Vault #1- The Petty's: St. Louis OG's
Retired members of the SLMPD Major Harry Hegger and Lt. Col. Jerry Leyshock, recall stories involving the notorious Petty crime family (Sam, Lorenzo and Joe)…
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#38 - Heroes of the CVPA High School Tragedy
Description: We at The Brighter Side Of Blue are frustrated with the lack of support our brave officers should have received during the 2022 school shooting…
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#37 - Still Looking For An Angel Told By Andrew Whittington
Andrew, a Warren County Sheriff comes on the show to detail the murder case of a young boy, Christian Ferguson in 2003. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 45:13 -…
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#36 - Ferguson Riots - From The Police Perspective
Steve Dodge comes on to talk about the Missouri Ferguson riots and the impact it made on the city. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 51:00 - Ferguson Riots…
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#35 - Seizing $1.8 Million In Crack Bust
The fellas from The Brighter Side Of Blue talk about the 4th of July chaos in downtown St. Louis, interview Ron Klier about his police memorabilia, and talk…
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#34 - Hoodlum Barber To King Of Fashion With Gus Torregrossa
Gus Torregrossa comes on the show to talk about his old fashion store, Gus's Fashion and Shoes. We also talk about what downtown St. Louis looked like in the…
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#33 - Losing A Close Friend In The Line Of Duty With Brad Owens
Brad Owens comes on the show to detail his perspective on the death of his close friend, Nick Sloan. He also discusses his time riding with JJ and recounting…
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#32 - Inside Details On The Futo Family Murders With Retired Detective Chris Pappas
Chris Pappas joins the podcast to give details on the Emory Futo murders in South St. Louis City. This is a great episode to get a behind the scenes look at…
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#31 - Losing A Father At 7 Years Old - Joseph McCulloch
Joe McCulloch is an experienced trial attorney with a broad range of experience in criminal law ranging from traffic offenses to homicide. McCulloch came to…
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#30 - From R*pe Victim to Cop - Rebecca Smith
Becky Smith's story is one of courage and transformation. Learn how she turned a personal tragedy into a mission to support and protect others in this episode…
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#29 - Control Your Inner Idiot With Jim Glennon
Welcome Jim Glennon owner of Caliber Press, a premier law enforcement training company, as he takes us through his career and the critical elements of police…
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#28 The Significance of Having Good Partners As A Police Officer With Ron Martin & Jimmy Long
This week Ron Martin comes on to talk about his career as a police officer & the death of Michael Langsdorf amongst other things. Jimmy Long comes on to talk…
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#27 - Sweetie Pie's Murder, Giving Closure To Mourning Families, & The Cicada Invasion - Full Episode #27
Detective Dave Rudolph is a 19 year veteran of the SLMPD, and was the lead investigator in the murder of Andre Montgomery, from the Show "Sweetie Pie's." He…
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Episode 26 - A Halloween Murder - Told By Eric Lanham
Eric Lanham talks Sgt. Mike King being murdered on Halloween in the early 2000's. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️ https://brighterside.itemorder.com/sh…
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Episode 25 - The FULL Story of Billy Armentrout
Billy McDonough comes on the show to talk about a murder from "I Am A Killer" that he was closely connected to. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️…
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Episode 24 - Murderer Teams Up With Police - Told by Joe Spiess
Police Chief Joe Spiess of Brentwood Missouri comes in to tell the story of a murderer turned informant. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️…
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Episode 23 - "I'm Shooting It Out With The Police"
John Hefele comes on to tell a collection of stories from his time working as a police officer. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️…
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Episode 22 - Finding A Decapitated Child
Celebrating his 30 year career, now retired Sergeant Brian McGlynn and former St. Louis Cardinal Eli Marrero come on the show. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️…
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Episode 21 - The Torry Miller Manhunt
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Episode 20 - Everything You Need To Know About Meth
Jason comes on the show to detail everything he learned being on the forefront of the fight against meth in America. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️…
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Episode 19 - Former DEA Deputy Administrator Breaks Down The Border Crisis
Former DEA Deputy Administrator Jack Rileyand Former ASAC Joe Cronin, DEA Counter Narco Terrorism Operations join the podcast to talk all things El Chap, the…
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Episode 18 Pretending To Be A Dirty Cop
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Episode 17 Popes, Presidents, & Princes
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Episode 16 Exposing Pedophilia At A Massive Scale
Nikki Badolato details her time leading the FBI's Child Exploitation Task Force. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️…
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Episode 15 Disturbing Case Of A Mother Murdering Her Children
The Godfather of homicide Joe Burgoon details some memorable cases that have come across his desk. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️…
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Episode 14 Untold Story - Tragic Death Of Bob Stanze
Chief of Police in Sunset Hills Steve Dodge recounts the tragic incident when his partner Bob Stanze was shot and killed in the line of duty during an arrest…
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Episode 13 Undercover Brothers: The Undercover Files #2
Brothers, retired SLMPD Sgt Ron Klier and former St. Louis County detective Dennis Klier talk about their careers on the police force as well as their military…
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Episode 12 Catching A Rapist - The Undercover Files #1
33 year veteran and recently retired Sergeant of St. Louis County PD Jen Williams details her experience going undercover to catch a rapist. To watch this…
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Episode 10 - The Legends Series #3 Major Harry Hegger: From Marine Grunt to City Cop
Harry shares stories about many of his investigations including legendary gangsters Sam Petty, Lorenzo Petty, Jerry Lewis-Bey. The arrests of of "dirty" cops…