Podcast appearances and mentions of denny griffin

The Swing Away Podcast is back with another Coaches Roundtable! This week, Genna Rose, Donny Dreher, and Brian Chidester talk with McCall Salmon, head coach at Central Michigan University, Dana Callihan, head coach at Grand Valley State University, Denny Griffin, head coach at Alma College, and Tim Bailey, head coach at Cleary University. Presented by Lawrence Technological University and sponsored by the MHSAA, DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan, DAC Athlete of the Year Award, and

Hosts, Denny Griffin and Delilah Jones update listeners on what's happening within the Transparency Project. A forthcoming book is in the works, an anthology written by crime survivors describing their experiences with going up against the criminal justice system to get information to move cases forward. Many of the cases highlighted are very old cold cases, one nearly 50 years. Join the conversation and learn how we are working to give a voice to victims. The Transparency Project on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetransparenceyproject/ Crime Wire on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNewCrimeWire/ Crime Wire on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNewCrimeWire/ Crime Wire on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NewCrimeWire Crime Wire is Produced and Sponsored by ImaginePublicity: http://imaginepublicity.com      

This episode profiles the unsolved murder of Robert Placencia who may have been at the wrong place at the wrong time. Only 17 years old at the time of his murder, he was the father of a young son and about to be married. Robert's mother, Debbie, and Detective Jason Kirtlan join host Denny Griffin, along with Gene Cervantes of Citizens against Homicide to bring attention to this unsolved murder. It's believed that someone knows what happened on the night of August 7, 2006 and the family is seeking justice.

Frank Cullotta, a career criminal, hit man and associate of the Chicago Outfit, will join co-hosts Denny Griffin and Eric Miller to discuss his conversion from killer to author. Cullotta is now working on his third book with Griffin. He also hosts Frank Cullotta’s Casino Tours with George Robert Allen in Las Vegas. If you like true crime books, or are thinking of writing one, don't miss this show. Frank is the real deal and will talk about how his books were developed as well as events in his life.

How do you write with a partner? Because Host Morgan St. James has co-authored six books, she is frequently asked questions like: Do you each write a chapter? Do you each write a character? Do you ever argue over scenes? How do you write long-distance? St James and co-host Denny Griffin, who has co-authored two books with her, are joined by guest Phyllice Bradner, co-author of the Sillver Sisters Mysteries. These authors unravel the art of successfully collaborating on books in a lively discussion about how to establish a successful relationship with a co-author even if it is long-distance. Call-in questions welcome during the live broadcast.  

  Shattered Lives Radio host Donna R. Gore welcomes former NY Investigator and full time crime author, Denny Griffin to give listeners an update on the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of Sgt. Patrick Rust. Working with the Rust family, Griffin has worked diligently to uncover the clues that will resolve many of the unanswered questions.   Sgt. Patrick Rust was assigned to the 10thMountain Division headquartered at Fort Drum in Watertown, New York. In January 2007, he returned from deployment to Afghanistan. Following a 30 day leave he was back on post. The then 24-year-old Rust was a local boy and was familiar with Watertown and the surrounding area. He didn’t have a driver’s license or vehicle. On Wednesday, March 14, 2007, Sgt. Rust moved most of his personal effects from the barracks on base to share an apartment with a fellow soldier at 156 Sterling Street, Apartment 4, in Watertown. His skeletal remains were found six months later in a farmer’s field about five miles outside of Watertown. How he got to that location is unknown and his manner of death is undetermined. If you have information, please call the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department at 315 786-2676 or 786-2672.

  Jeannie Walker wrote a true crime story about the arsenic poison murder of her ex-husband, a Texas millionaire. She helped solve the murder and wrote the book to speak for him as he no longer has a voice. “A True Story of Consuming Passion, Deadly Poison, and Murder. Learn all about Jeannie Walker and her book -Fighting the Devil: A True Story of Consuming Passion, Deadly Poison, and Murder”.   Denny Griffin began his career as a private investigator with Pinkerton’s Inc., working mostly undercover assignments. Denny was also the Director of Investigations with the New York State Dept. of Health laboratory division and deputy sheriff in Madison County, New York. In 1996, he decided to tell the story of what he learned while investigating the operation of a medical examiner’s office. It was an eye-opening experience  and Denny was compelled to share it with others. He then produced a fictionalized account called “The Morgue”. Seven more mystery/thriller fictions followed. Denny is currently Managing Member at Bear Media Consultants, host of Real Wiseguys Radio show on Blog Talk Radio and co-host of Crime Wire, also on BTR.

Denny Griffins story is a truly unique story and his success and analyzing how he has evolved hi businesses to match his capabilities is truly inspiring.  Denny and I have a lot of fun on the show. Call in to ask him questions.    Dennis began his career as a private investigator with Pinkerton’s Inc., working mostly undercover assignments, which ultimately led to a position as the Director of Investigations with the New York State Dept. of Health laboratory division. There were stops along the way as a Sr. Child Support Investigator and deputy sheriff in Madison County, New York, in between. Dennis relied heavily on resources such as retired FBI agents and police detectives from that era, and through his conversations with career criminal and former Spilotro lieutenant Frank Cullotta.    His latest book chronicles the true story of Andrew DiDonato, a former member of the Gambino crime family, Surviving the Mob, is available at all online book sellers, and local book stores.

      A former casino executive and 12-year resident of Las Vegas, Andrew McLean was a table games employee at the Flamingo, the Dunes, and Circus Circus. He’s a graduate of Michigan State University, 1972, and along with his partner and soul mate, Liz (Jenny) Rouse, resides along the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. McLean is the bestselling lead author of Investing in Real Estate (6th Edition) and co-author with George H. Ross, Donald Trump’s right-hand man in Trump Strategies For Real Estate; Billionaire Lessons For the Small Investor, published in four languages by John Wiley & Sons. “The Las Vegas Chronicles by Andrew McLean is a truly remarkable read. After doing extensive research for my Las Vegas police and Mob books, I figured I knew most everything worth knowing about Sin City. At least that’s what I thought until I read this book.“In The Las Vegas Chronicles Mr. McLean accurately tells his readers the history of the city, who the key players were—both good and bad, the celebrities, the gaming, trivia, it’s all there.“I highly recommend this book to all readers. And if you’re a history buff, a Las Vegas fan, or a bit of both, The Las Vegas Chronicles is a must read." —Denny Griffin, authorPolicing Las Vegas,The Battle for Las Vegas, CULLOTTA “A wonderfully lucid and fascinating book of the Las Vegas scene during the mobster days and the transition to corporate ownership of the casinos. A fascinating book of stories, facts, and illustrations of one of the most interesting cities in the world. Andy’s personality shows though in his fluid writing style. A most enjoyable must-read book.” —“BR” Bob L. Riley, Aerospace Engineer retired "Very enjoyable and interesting read. Anyone with a gambling/Vegas background will be interested in this book.” —Al Rainosek, Ph.D