The Speakeasy Crime Café

Jen recounts to listeners her experience of being held up at gunpoint with her children in the car.

Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant.  In the conclusion of his interview, the detective recounts interviewing the perpetrator's adult children, and the result of the case going to trial.

Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant. In the third part of this interview, the detective describes evidence that was revealed through the process of investigation, and how the case continued to unfold.

Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant.  In the second episode, we delve into the interviews of the suspect and family members, and hear shocking descriptions of the ongoing abuse.

Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant.  In the first episode, we learn the circumstances leading up to the crisis, and who was involved.

Lou gives us stories about his career path working undercover, and some lessons learned along the way. 

Lou gives us stories about his career path working undercover, and some lessons learned along the way. 

Lou gives us stories about his career path working undercover, and some lessons learned along the way. 

Human trafficking is is an ongoing threat to our communities. After retiring from law enforcement, Dave Nelson decided to personally take action. He  shares stories  with us about his success in recovering missing persons,   as well as some particularly eye opening statistics. Dave is the CEO and Founder of ReCov Investigations.

Human trafficking is is an ongoing threat to our communities. After retiring from law enforcement, Dave Nelson decided to personally take action. He  shares stories  with us about his success in recovering missing persons,   as well as some particularly eye opening statistics. Dave is the CEO and Founder of ReCov Investigations.

Human trafficking is is an ongoing threat to our communities. After retiring from law enforcement, Dave Nelson decided to personally take action. He  shares stories  with us about his success in recovering missing persons,   as well as some particularly eye opening statistics. Dave is the CEO and Founder of ReCov Investigations.

We hear the final segment of the interview with Steve Cook, as he shares his experiences in law enforcement dealing with outlaw motorcycle gangs. In episode 4, we hear more on the inner workings of motorcycle gangs, the business model, and warning signs to both law enforcement and the community. The interview wraps up with a few last entertaining stories. 

Steve Cook speaks about motorcycle gangs. In the third episode, Steve describes the current activity near Kansas City, talks history between Hell's Angels and the Outlaws, and his approach to working undercover. 

Steve Cook speaks about motorcycle gangs. In this episode, Steve talks about the organization structure seen in outlaw motorcycle gangs, and practices that he has observed involving drugs, women's involvement, violence, and discipline within a gang. 

Steve Cook gives an inside look into motorcycle gangs and reflects on some of the remarkable situations he has experienced during his career in law enforcement.  In this episode, Steve talks about his current roles, some of the media exposure he has had as a result, and then delves into the recruiting process used by motorcycle gangs.

Sean grew up partying with rock stars and describes himself as fueled by narcotics and rage. He tells the story of the day of his final bank robbery, the eventful attempt to get away, and his capture by the FBI.    

We hear a few stories and rants before returning to Sean's experiences in LA county jail, corruption at federal prison Terminal Island, and finally, being placed on the federal 'chain' system. 

Sean, a bank robber, turned entertainer tells what it was like returning to prison for a second time. In this episode, Sean shares his second arrest for smuggling drugs and stories of his sobriety, relapse, and prison life.

In this month's final episode, we pick up the story as Sean nears the end of his prison sentence and continues to find trouble. He also reminisces on the effects of substance abuse and family dysfunction.

In this episode, we interview Enrique Hernandez, who survived multiple gunshots while on duty in Las Vegas. After learning some background on his life, he tells the story of a routine traffic stop that turned into a nearly fatal shooting.

We continue the firsthand account of Enrique Hernandez's shooting , as he shares details on the eventful moments he experienced. This episode continues as he recalls the first few moments and days in the hospital, and reflections looking back on that day.

In this episode we listen to stories about life during recovery post-incident. Officer Hernandez shares insight on overcoming adverse situations and maintaining a positive outlook.

Officer Hernandez  shares detailed insight about the day he was shot multiple times. He also talks with Michael about his life now and some advice he can give based on his experience.

In this episode, we speak with Anne Markley, CEO of TESSA, an organization that provides safety and resources for those experiencing domestic violence in Colorado Springs. Originally formed as an information provider and resource referral service, TESSA has evolved into a multi-faceted agency that includes a confidential Safehouse, Victim Advocacy, Counseling and Children's Programs, a 24/7 Safe Line, and Community Outreach and Education

Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In the final episode of her story, we hear about the remaining physical effects she lives with today, including  lack of short term memory.

Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In this episode, Katrina talks about her children going hungry living in a remote area of Mexico. She shares stories of the violent abuse being passed through generations in a cycle shaped by culture.

Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In this episode, Katrina shares what happened on the day of the shooting, and shares stories and reflections on the abusive life she has endured.

Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In this episode we learn of her life leading up to the fateful day of the shooting.