Podcasts about federal police

Federal Police have made one of the biggest cocaine busts in Australian history New polling reveals majority of Aussies support a drop in property prices US Iran ceasefire hangs in the balance And new kid-friendly Vegemite hits supermarket shelvesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Police have made one of the biggest cocaine busts in Australian history New polling reveals majority of Aussies support a drop in property prices US Iran ceasefire hangs in the balance And new kid-friendly Vegemite hits supermarket shelvesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pauline Hanson's National press Club address now at the centre of an AFP probe following protest Details of US Iran peace deal released by US officials Princess Kate caught up in major privacy breach And Qantas gets set to jet from Sydney to London non-stop See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pauline Hanson's National press Club address now at the centre of an AFP probe following protest Details of US Iran peace deal released by US officials Princess Kate caught up in major privacy breach And Qantas gets set to jet from Sydney to London non-stop See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S-A police say they won't give up the search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont. Federal Police are defending the time it's taken to lay charges against an ISIS bride. And Will Beyonce release another album this year?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S-A police say they won't give up the search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont. Federal Police are defending the time it's taken to lay charges against an ISIS bride. And Will Beyonce release another album this year?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A group of four women and nine children with links to Islamic State are set to arrive in Sydney and Melbourne today, ending years of limbo in a Syrian detention camp. While the Federal Police prepare to lay charges against some of the women, the children face a complex journey of therapy, de-radicalisation, and community integration. But, what chance do these children actually have at a normal life? Save the Children CEO Mat Tinkler joins Breaking Politics to give us his takeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government spends $20 million on ads to basically tell you how to drive. Plus, what does a former AFP senior officer make of the way the Federal Police handled the very public arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The US Supreme Court strikes down Donald Trump's global tariffs, Federal Police say they've received reports of a crime after Pauline Hanson's anti-Muslim comments, Clayton Oliver impresses the GWS Giants in his first match with the club.

The Mpls shooting of an anti-ICE activist, Jeff from Superior shared his opinion, Mike from Anywhere but Duluth, the protests against Federal Police, Chris from Acrisure Win of the Week, Tim Walz & Keith Ellison had criminal referrals sent to the DOJ, and more on the committee hearings...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NSW and Federal Police have intensified their search for a sophisticated network of international criminals who have entered Australia specifically to target the elderly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PART TWO OF  DC residents speaking out about the impact of increased policing by federal agents, including ICE officers, since August 2025. Those presented here are among  the 130 people who testified for nearly 12 hours on December 4th 2025 before the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee of the DC Council. The Trump administration ordered a multi-million dollar surge in policing and deployment of the National Guard, despite the district's 30-year low crime rate. That surge officially ended in September, but there are still more federal police openly collaborating with local police, leading to shootings and other violent encounters in DC neighborhoods.   The show is made possible only by our volunteer energy, our resolve to keep the people's voices on the air, and by support from our listeners. In this new era of fake corporate news, we have to be and support our own media! Please click here or click on the Support-Donate tab on this website to subscribe for as little as $3 a month. We are so grateful for this small but growing amount of monthly crowdsource funding on Patreon. PATREON NOW HAS A ONE-TIME, ANNUAL DONATION FUNCTION! You can also give a one-time or recurring donation on PayPal. Thank you! “On the Ground: Voices of Resistance from the Nation's Capital” gives a voice to the voiceless 99 percent at the heart of American empire. The award-winning, weekly hour, produced and hosted by Esther Iverem, covers social justice activism about local, national and international issues, with a special emphasis on militarization and war, the police state, the corporate state, environmental justice and the left edge of culture and media. The show is heard on three dozen stations across the United States, on podcast, and is archived on the world wide web at https://onthegroundshow.org/  Please support us on Patreon or Paypal. Links for all ways to support are on our website or at Esther Iverem's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/esther_iverem

SUPPORT OUR END OF YEAR APPEAL! On this show, we hear from residents of DC, speaking out about the impact of increased policing by federal agents, including ICE officers, since August 2025. Those presented here were among the 130 people who testified for nearly 12 hours on December 4th 2025 before the Judiciary and Public Safety Committee of the DC Council.The Trump administration ordered this multi-million dollar surge in policing and deployment of the National Guard, despite the district’s 30-year low crime rate. That surge officially ended in September, but there are still more federal police openly collaborating with local police, leading to shootings and other violent encounters in DC neighborhoods.   The show is made possible only by our volunteer energy, our resolve to keep the people's voices on the air, and by support from our listeners. In this new era of fake corporate news, we have to be and support our own media! Please click here or click on the Support-Donate tab on this website to subscribe for as little as $3 a month. We are so grateful for this small but growing amount of monthly crowdsource funding on Patreon. PATREON NOW HAS A ONE-TIME, ANNUAL DONATION FUNCTION! You can also give a one-time or recurring donation on PayPal. Thank you!

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits the Federal Police and ASIO headquarters in Canberra in the wake of the Bondi Beach terror attack. The Federal Government announces a gun buyback scheme. Legislation restricting the number of firearms a licence holder can have to four will be tabled in New South Wales Parliament on Monday. ANZ has been fined $250m for widespread misconduct. And Ed Sheeran goes shirtless for Men's Health UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits the Federal Police and ASIO headquarters in Canberra in the wake of the Bondi Beach terror attack. The Federal Government announces a gun buyback scheme. Legislation restricting the number of firearms a licence holder can have to four will be tabled in New South Wales Parliament on Monday. ANZ has been fined $250m for widespread misconduct. And Ed Sheeran goes shirtless for Men's Health UK. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sussan Ley has blind-sided Angus Taylor by giving a major address on defence that she failed to consult him on, Labor's accusations against Linda Reynolds. Plus, neo-Nazi Joel Davis has been arrested by the Federal Police in Bondi today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self-proclaimed neo-Nazi to front court, accused of harassing a Federal MP Changes for Qantas and Virgin travellers when it comes to using power banks on flights A shock twist in the search for a missing dog And the wait is over, the Ashes get underway in Perth todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self-proclaimed neo-Nazi to front court, accused of harassing a Federal MP Changes for Qantas and Virgin travellers when it comes to using power banks on flights A shock twist in the search for a missing dog And the wait is over, the Ashes get underway in Perth todaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Federal Police have to follow up reports of forced marriage every three days, is the Coalition's energy policy enough to save Sussan Ley's leadership? Plus, the BBC brace themselves for $1 billion lawsuit from Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Attorney E. Paige White joins to discuss the case of Philip Brown, who was shot at by federal agents when stopped for dark tints in D.C. by Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) officers, along with federal agents from Homeland Security Investigation, United States Customs and Border Patrol, Diplomatic Security Service, United States Marshall Service and the Federal Bureau of Prisons, as part of Donald Trump's “Make D.C. Safe Again” initiative. Multiple shots were fired at Brown, hitting his driver side window and front passenger seat at chest level. Miraculously, every shot missed Brown.and Holli Holliday of Sisters Lead Sisters Vote joins to discuss Election Day 2025's historic wins for African American women electeds and how voters affirmed communities demand protection for healthcare, SNAP benefits, jobs, and affordable housing with the African American women electorate leading the charge.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The call for a general strike was the most concrete demand coming from the massive no kings day protests. And labor and pro-Palestine advocates are picking up the baton, demanding that unions in the U.S. shut it down and end US weapons and shipments to the apartheid state of Israel. And, after a border patrol agent shoots at man in DC during a routine traffic stop, a coalition of African American and Latinx activists demand that attacks in DC by ice and federal police end immediately.  Plus Headlines, Federal workers line up for food aid, and more...  The show is made possible only by our volunteer energy, our resolve to keep the people's voices on the air, and by support from our listeners. In this new era of fake corporate news, we have to be and support our own media! Please click here or click on the Support-Donate tab on this website to subscribe for as little as $3 a month. We are so grateful for this small but growing amount of monthly crowdsource funding on Patreon. PATREON NOW HAS A ONE-TIME, ANNUAL DONATION FUNCTION! You can also give a one-time or recurring donation on PayPal. Thank you! “On the Ground: Voices of Resistance from the Nation's Capital” gives a voice to the voiceless 99 percent at the heart of American empire. The award-winning, weekly hour, produced and hosted by Esther Iverem, covers social justice activism about local, national and international issues, with a special emphasis on militarization and war, the police state, the corporate state, environmental justice and the left edge of culture and media. The show is heard on three dozen stations across the United States, on podcast, and is archived on the world wide web at https://onthegroundshow.org/  Please support us on Patreon or Paypal. Links for all ways to support are on our website or at Esther Iverem's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/esther_iverem

It’s one of Australia’s most exquisite tourist destinations, but now Queensland Police and the coroner are investigating how an 80-year-old solo traveller died after apparently ‘failing to board’ her cruise ship, the 120-berth Coral Adventurer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Atkinson is a former Victorian police officer. In this episode of Crime Insiders | Detectives, Andrew discusses his journey from general duties to the Technical Surveillance Unit and his deployments with the United Nations in Timor and Iraq. He candidly addresses the impact of post-traumatic stress disorder on his life and career, emphasising the importance of mental health awareness and support for police veterans. Andrew reflects on the physical challenges he faced due to his service, including cancer and multiple surgeries, and highlights the need for open discussions about mental health in law enforcement. He advocates for the creation of supportive networks for current and former officers to help them navigate their experiences and challenges.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's podcast, I speak with Special Air Service Regiment & Australian Federal Police veteran Doug Sheridan, Doug enlisted in the regular army in 1991, posting to 5/7 RAR. In 1997, Doug attempted and completed SASR selection. He served 33 years in the Australian Army and Special Operations in both full-time and reserve capacities. During his service, he deployed to various locations, including Tonga, Malaysia, East Timor, the Solomon Islands, and Afghanistan. Additionally, he served with the United Nations in West Sahara. He also served for 10 years as a Federal Agent with the Australian Federal Police (AFP). Doug talks about reaching rock bottom, having suicidal ideations, and losing purpose. The steps he took to find purpose again. This is a story of true grit, determination, courage, and owning your mistakes and succeeding at the elite level. Presenter: Adam Blum Guest: Doug Sheridan Editor: Kyle Watkins

As of late, Portland, Oregon has become a focal point of news again as Federal Police stand off against Antifa. The solutions that are unfolding and the rhetoric in the information cycle is binary... each side standing against each other with violence and hate as the driver. Yet, in 2012 Portland Police demonstrated another way when faced with the Occupy Portland protest. Instead of taking a heavy hand, they used influence operations to build trust, transform behavior and to forge respect and peace in the city. This is my account based on my observations from 2012. #BardsFM #ShapingOutcomes #Accountability Bards Nation Health Store: www.bardsnationhealth.com BardsFM CAP, Celebrating 50 Million Downloads: https://ambitiousfaith.net Morning Intro Music Provided by Brian Kahanek: www.briankahanek.com MYPillow promo code: BARDS Go to https://www.mypillow.com/bards and use the promo code BARDS or... Call 1-800-975-2939.  White Oak Pastures Grassfed Meats, Get $20 off any order $150 or more. Promo Code BARDS: www.whiteoakpastures.com/BARDS Windblown Media 20% Discount with promo code BARDS: windblownmedia.com Founders Bible 20% discount code: BARDS >>> TheFoundersBible.com Mission Darkness Faraday Bags and RF Shielding. Promo code BARDS: Click here EMPShield protect your vehicles and home. Promo code BARDS: Click here EMF Solutions to keep your home safe: https://www.emfsol.com/?aff=bards Treadlite Broadforks...best garden tool EVER. Promo code BARDS: TreadliteBroadforks.com No Knot Today Natural Skin Products: NoKnotToday.com Health, Nutrition and Detox Consulting: HealthIsLocal.com Destination Real Food Book on Amazon: click here Images In Bloom Soaps and Things: ImagesInBloom.com Angeline Design: AngelineDesign.com DONATE: Click here Mailing Address: Xpedition Cafe, LLC Attn. Scott Kesterson 591 E Central Ave, #740 Sutherlin, OR  97479

In 2017, journalist Nick McKenzie heard rumours of executions and cover-ups inside Australia's most elite military unit. For the next eight years, Nick waged an epic battle for the truth to be acknowledged about Ben Roberts-Smith VC.Along with his colleague Chris Masters, Nick began an investigation which hinged on Australia's most famous, and most decorated living soldier, Ben Roberts-Smith, who served in the Special Air Service Regiment (SAS) from 2003 - 2013.By following the story, they were plunged into the defamation trial of the century.His fight examined evidence of bullying, intimidation, war crimes and murder, and took him across Australia and to Afghanistan.As he unearthed secrets Ben Roberts-Smith had thought he'd long ago buried, Nick had to deal with death threats, and powerful forces intent on destroying his career.He also witnessed attempts to silence brave SAS soldiers, who had witnessed their famous comrade commit unspeakable acts.For years Nick waged an epic battle for the truth to be acknowledged.Earlier this year, Ben Roberts-Smith lost an appeal against a defamation judgement, which found he committed war crimes.Further informationCrossing the Line is published by Hachette.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores war, Afghanistan, the SAS, war crimes, allegations of war crimes, legal history, Australia's military history, Andrew Hastie, ADF, Iraq, Nine, Fairfax, Kerry Stokes, Seven, Media,  Anthony Besanko, Brereton Report, AFP, Federal Police, phone tapping, Mick Keelty, Federal Court, truth defence, David Wroe, peer pressure, military life, camaraderie, life at war, civil versus criminal court.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Donald Trump's recent executive order declaring a crime emergency in Washington, D.C. has created quite an uproar, both for and against it. While there have been many claims on both sides, what I haven't seen, except for my radio program, is a real constitutional analysis of his actions. With his recent announcement post about sending National Guard troops to Chicago, I think it's time we do that type of analysis.

During the final days of Trump's so-called crime emergency declared in DC, residents and lawmakers tell Congress that they want armed soldiers, masked ICE agents and federal police out of their neighborhoods. And survivors of serial sexual predators Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell speak out on Capitol Hill, demanding that all files in the case be released, and saying that they will create their own list of Epstein's predators., Gerald Horne on India and the SCO, and on the illegal U.S. bombing of a speedboat. And more headlines.  ' The show is made possible only by our volunteer energy, our resolve to keep the people's voices on the air, and by support from our listeners. In this new era of fake corporate news, we have to be and support our own media! Please click here or click on the Support-Donate tab on this website to subscribe for as little as $3 a month. We are so grateful for this small but growing amount of monthly crowdsource funding on Patreon. PATREON NOW HAS A ONE-TIME, ANNUAL DONATION FUNCTION! You can also give a one-time or recurring donation on PayPal. Thank you! “On the Ground: Voices of Resistance from the Nation's Capital” gives a voice to the voiceless 99 percent at the heart of American empire. The award-winning, weekly hour, produced and hosted by Esther Iverem, covers social justice activism about local, national and international issues, with a special emphasis on militarization and war, the police state, the corporate state, environmental justice and the left edge of culture and media. The show is heard on three dozen stations across the United States, on podcast, and is archived on the world wide web at https://onthegroundshow.org/  Please support us on Patreon or Paypal. Links for all ways to support are on our website or at Esther Iverem's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/esther_iverem

In this powerful episode,my guest is Chris Bingham, a federal law enforcement officer with 23 years of service and 17 years as a K-9 handler. In this heartfelt conversation, Chris shares his journey with Tambo, his retired K9 partner, who is battling cancer. K9 Tambo is a remarkable 11-year-old German Shepherd whose life has been defined by dedication, courage, and service. Born with a strong working drive and intelligence, Tambo was selected early on for a career in law enforcement as an Explosive Detection K9 within the Federal Police's Law Enforcement Intelligence Community. Over the course of approximately seven years, Tambo distinguished himself as an invaluable asset in one of the East Coast's busiest and most successful K9 units. Discover how Project K9 Hero, a national nonprofit founded by Jason Johnson, has twice saved Tambo's life - first funding surgery for an ACL tear, and later emergency surgery when Tambo faced a life-threatening ruptured mass on his spleen. This episode explores the profound, unspoken bond between handler and canine, the challenges facing retired service dogs, and one man's mission to be "a voice for the voiceless." A must-listen for dog lovers and anyone who appreciates stories of loyalty, service, and the fight against all odds. Exclusive for I Dare You Podcast listeners, be part of The Dare Club and get your FREE Thrive visual synopsis, Thrive worksheet, and Well-Being Assessment PDFs! Simply go to www.idareyoupod.com To learn more about H.R. Honoring Our K9 Heroes Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3144 Connect with Tambo and Learn More: Instagram: @k9_tambo www.projectk9hero.org Instagram: @projectk9hero

On this show Rich talks with Former DIA intelligence officer Rebekah Koffler about the FBI raiding the house of former national security advisor John Bolton. Next he checks in with National Police Association spokesperson Sgt. Betsy Brantner-Smith about the success of Trump's crackdown on crime in Washington D.C. Finally Rich is joined by Ken Grein who wrote a book celebrating how his son beat the odds. All that and more on tonight's Rich Valdes America at Night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Residents in D.C.’s high-crime neighborhoods are backing President Trump’s federal police takeover and Democrats are losing their minds. Carl Jackson breaks down why the left fears Trump’s success in cleaning up America’s streets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our ASIO boss has warned Australia is under a growing threat from foreign espionage with spying from a number of nations now at unprecedented levels. Days after that warning, Federal Police have arrested a Chinese National accused of allegedly spying on a local Buddhist group. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by intelligence expert Chris Taylor to unpack why we’re seeing an increase in foreign threats and why we all need to think twice about the information we share, especially online. Headlines: Japanese shipbuilder Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has secured a $10 billion contract to build the Australian Navy’s new fleet of warships, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to announce plans to fully occupy the Gaza Strip, and Donald Trump has weighed into the Sydney Sweeney ad controversy. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time, the Australian Federal Police is to be led by a woman. The current deputy AFP commissioner Krissy Barrett is to replace Reece Kershaw who is retiring early.

The AFP and customs intercept hundreds of tonnes of narcotics every year. But, the techniques of criminals and smugglers are becoming more complex, and unfortunately, more effective. Nigel Phair is a former Australian Federal Police Officer who took on a range of high profile drug importation cases. This saw him intercepting large quantities of drugs, investigating their origin and surveilling their eventual destination in Australia. Understand this work and hear Nigel walk host Brent Sanders through how the police undertake these investigations and how things have changed over the years. If this content affected you, the number for LifeLine is 13 11 14. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massive marches across the country, Federal Police granted new powers via decree, glaciers under the spotlight, lowest inflation in 5 years, Milei stepping into the Middle East conflict, and much more!Thanks for tuning in!Let us know what you think and what we can improve on by emailing us at info@rorshok.com. You can also contact us through Instagram @rorshok__argentina or Twitter @Rorshok_ARG Like what you hear? Subscribe, share, and tell your buds.Rorshok Ocean Update Job Description: https://rorshok.com/updates/ocean/writer/We want to get to know you! Please fill in this mini-survey: https://forms.gle/NV3h5jN13cRDp2r66Wanna avoid ads and help us financially? Follow the link: https://bit.ly/rorshok-donate

Jason Chavez, Minneapolis City Councilmember from Ward 9, joins Chad with criticism of federal police and their tactics at a restaurant on Lake Street earlier this week during an investigation allegedly related to drugs and money laundering.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks with Chad about the federal investigation in Minneapolis that drew dozens of protestors yesterday and how MPD, while not involved at all in the investigation, arrived with the purpose of providing crowd control and keeping everyone safe during a tense situation.

As the scene clears out, Susie Jones joins Chad to share details and discuss what happened today as federal police showed up at a Mexican restaurant in South Minneapolis.

A busy hour begins with Susie Jones joining to share details and discussion about federal police raiding a South Minneapolis restaurant earlier today. Later, Chad reflects on the life and impact of Vikings legend Jim Marshall after learning of his passing and we share a brief visit with Jamie Yuccas.

This week on The Home Defense Show Skip talks to Sheriff Dar Leaf about the wisdom or folly of having one federal police agency that controls local law enforcement. To lighten things up a bit, Skip & Sara talk about 5 invasive animals you can eat to supplement your family's food budget. You'll be surprised. And we conclude the show by talking to Ryan Coe from North Carolina about serial killers, a' la' Jeffrey Dalmer!

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Microsoft has recently confirmed that a software bug caused the loss of more than two weeks' worth of critical security logs from several of its cloud services.Brazil's Federal Police have arrested a hacker suspected to be "USDoD," a notorious cybercriminal involved in several high-profile data breaches.A critical vulnerability has been discovered in SolarWinds' Web Help Desk (WHD) software, involving hardcoded credentials that could be exploited by attackers. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added several critical vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, signaling that these flaws are being actively used in cyberattacks.

United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket rolled out to Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral ahead of its scheduled Friday launch. The Deep Space Network (DSN) managed by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory successfully completed end-to-end test communications with Astrobotic's Griffin lunar lander. The China Manned Space Agency has shared the design of the nation's spacesuit for lunar landing, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our weekly intelligence roundup, Signals and Space, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest today is Jean-François Morizur, CEO of Cailab. You can connect with Jean-François Morizur on LinkedIn, and learn more about Cailab on their website. Selected Reading ULA rolls Vulcan Centaur rocket to pad ahead of 2nd-ever launch (photos)- Space Griffin Mission One Ground Testing with NASA's Deep Space Network a Success ESA - Nearing Hera era in space China releases external design of lunar-landing spacesuit - CGTN Planet Renews Contract with the Federal Police of Brazil- Business Wire A renewable bio-epoxy for space - iLAuNCH U.S. Space Force Awards Virtualitics Contract to Increase Operational Readiness RIT will receive $9.9M for Space Force research Beneath the brushstrokes, van Gogh's sky is alive with real-world physics T-Minus Crew Survey We want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It'll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Troubadour Steve Poltz has a legendary Baja tale involving a whale-watching excursion that went comically awry. As he infers, it might not have been as comical as it sounds today in today's Slow Baja conversation. In the early 90's, Poltz was a singer-songwriter with a massive cult following in his adopted home of San Diego. He and his girlfriend at the time, a little-known folk singer named Jewel, decided to go on a getaway to write some songs for a few days. Without much of a plan, they headed South and found themselves on a dark and lonely road late at night somewhere south of San Felipe. Finding a few dim lights down a washboard stretch that doubles as an airstrip, the duo broke into a semi-derelict motel room to crash for the night. They awoke to a glorious day on a gorgeous bay; Jewel, taking in the scene, decided they needed to find a boat to go whale watching. The only boat they could find belonged to a group of Federal Police. Poltz surmises that months of boredom AND seeing Jewel in her bikini may have motivated the Federalies to become tour guides. A high-speed nautical chase ensued; Poltz and Jewel were given bullet-proof vests and offered automatic weapons for their protection. They ran the boats hard onto an island beach. A short foot pursuit led to the apprehension of the slowest drug smuggler; after a brief beating, he revealed where they had hidden a massive stash of marijuana. Poltz tells the harrowing and hilarious story and the after-bust-party antics that led to their writing Jewel's 1996 smash single “You Were Meant For Me,” which reached number 2 in the US. Listen to Jewel tell the story here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hBXcpGHPVA And here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zHNKgze6ERc Check out Steve Poltz here: https://poltz.com/ For more information about Slow Baja: ⁠https://www.slowbaja.com/⁠ Get your Baja insurance here:  ⁠https://www.bajabound.com/quote/?r=fl9vypdv2t⁠ More information on Slow Baja Adventures: ⁠https://www.slowbaja.com/adventures