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A late-night stop at a Dairy Queen led to one of the biggest stories of Dale Cardwell’s career. In this episode of "Zone 7," Sheryl McCollum talks with Dale about the investigation that uncovered corruption inside the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office, exposed deputies working on the clock for Sidney Dorsey, and helped fuel a political shakeup that ended in the murder of Sheriff-elect Derwin Brown. Dale shares how the story unfolded, the danger it brought to his own family, and the break that finally helped tie the killing back to Sidney Dorsey. Guest Bio: Dale Cardwell is a six-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, consumer investigator, and founder of TrustDALE. He is known for helping expose scams, political corruption, and government waste. He teamed up with Clark Howard and now hosts Inside Investigations, which airs on more than 100 television markets nationwide. About the Host Sheryl “Mac” McCollum is an active crime scene investigator for a Metro Atlanta Police Department and the director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, which partners with colleges and universities nationwide. With more than four decades of experience, she has worked on thousands of cold cases using her investigative system, The Last 24/361, which integrates evidence, media, and advanced forensic testing. Her work on high-profile cases include The Boston Strangler, Natalie Holloway, and Tupac Shakur. Her work on the Moore’s Ford Bridge lynching led to her Emmy Award for “CSI: Atlanta” and induction into the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame in 2023. Social Links: Email: coldcase2004@gmail.com X: @zone7squad Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast Preorder Sheryl’s upcoming book, "Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer: Lessons in Life, Justice, and Joy from a Forensic Scientist," releasing May 2026 from Simon and Schuster. Enjoying Zone 7? Leave a rating and review where you listen to podcasts. Your feedback helps others find the show and supports the mission to educate, engage, and inspire. Highlights: (0:00) Sheryl McCollum introduces Dale Cardwell and the Dairy Queen stop that led to one of DeKalb County’s biggest corruption cases (1:15) Dale explains the system he built after years of consumer reporting, focused on helping consumers avoid scams (3:30) Deputies are accused of clocking in at the jail while working private security for Sheriff Sidney Dorsey (6:15) Surveillance, inside sources, and an open-records request lead to the first major break in the story (9:30) The reporting lands just before the election and helps shift attention toward challenger Derwin Brown (12:30) The corruption picture widens with allegations involving sexual harassment and sex-for-favors allegations, fake badges, and inmate labor (15:00) Dale recalls the night police came to his door after Derwin Brown was murdered (19:00) Dale learns he is also believed to be on the hit list, and he and his family are placed under protective custody (23:30) An interview moment raises new questions about Sidney Dorsey’s knowledge of the conspiracy (27:15) A witness’s note on a napkin helps lead investigators back to the murder plot (28:30) Patrick Cuffy describes Dorsey giving the kill order on paper, then tearing it up and swallowing it (33:30) Dale reflects on the cost of the case and his bond with the Brown family See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christian Medical and Dental Association's Dr. Brick Lantz talks about how GLP-1's are often missused and talks about the lifestyle changes that are needed. He also addressed research showing the addictive and weakening effects of ulta-processed food. Consumer advocate Dale Cardwell, author of "Don't Get Scammed. Get Smart!" addresses the common ways scammers target you and how to avoided being scammed. The Reconnect with Carmen and all Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here
Dale Cardwell, TrustDALE, on Consumer Fraud Prevention and Choosing Trustworthy Service Providers (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 931) On this episode of North Fulton Business Radio, host John Ray welcomes Dale Cardwell, consumer investigator and founder of TrustDALE. Dale moved to Atlanta in 1996 to work as Clark Howard’s producer at WSB-TV Channel 2, where he […]
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Christian City's Children's Village by Dale Cardwell
12 Planning Tips if You're 50 by Dale Cardwell
Life Insurance & Preparing Your Final Fete by Dale Cardwell
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So You Want to Retire Early?? by Dale Cardwell
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The Dangers of Unlicensed Electricians & Bad Tax Debt by Dale Cardwell
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Prepping forPool Time by Dale Cardwell
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Grimy Carports & Walk Around Day by Dale Cardwell
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Survival Myths and Carpet Cleaning Facts by Dale Cardwell
How to Curb Medical Costs by Dale Cardwell
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Market Downturns During Retirement by Dale Cardwell
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Decks, Dimes and Landlords by Dale Cardwell
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Frightening Facts about Your 401K by Dale Cardwell
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This edition of the Dave & Danger Show, hosted by Dave Wills and Mark Danger, featured discussion on Dixie Carter, TNA, WWE, independent wrestling, stupid perverse criminals, and more. Former WSB reporter and current consumer advocate Dale Cardwell joined the show to discuss politics, investigating reporting, pro wrestling, and more. The program is a presentation of Georgia Wrestling History's GWH Radio Network.
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Dale Cardwell will be our special guest this Sunday at 7:00. Also, Shelbinator will join us to discuss Joe Biden's efforts in Georgia
Dale Cardwell will be this week's featured guest on this Sunday's Kudzu Vine Listen live at 7:00 or download it later. Also, David Johnson of Strategic Vision will join near the top for the hour to discuss the just released Georgia poll.