Podcasts about Police accountability

Chase Brown followed his father's footsteps into law went to law school and became a prosecutor at the Suffolk County District Attorney's office. For three years he prosecuted cases dealt with victims and defendants navigated bail issues and a backlogged court system picked juries and offered plea deals that shaped people's lives. Then he left to become a private criminal defense attorney at his father's firm — putting him on the opposite side of everything he had spent three years doing. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Chase shares the complete truth about what the justice system really looks like from the inside — the cases he will never forget the problems with bail the issues with the jury system the backlog destroying the courts and what working as both a prosecutor and a defense attorney actually revealed about the system he operates in every single day. _____________________________________________ #lawyer #justicesystem #truecrimecommunity _____________________________________________ Thank you to CASH APP for sponsoring this episode: Download Cash App Today: https://click.cash.app/ui6m/6pao71et #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. _____________________________________________ Connect with Chase Brown: https://michaelbrownlaw.net/chase-brown/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Chase Brown's Legal Journey  03:00 Early Life, Family, and Career Choices 09:00 Law School Experiences and AI's Impact 17:00 Becoming a Prosecutor: Trials and Skills 26:00 Handling Overwhelming Caseloads 33:00 Courtroom Realities: Early Cases and Lessons 39:00 Body Cameras and Police Accountability 46:00 Plea Deals and Prosecutorial Ethics 52:00 Inside the Prosecutor's Role and Personal Impact 01:00:00 Public Defenders and the Legal Community 01:08:00 Trial Law, Juries, and System Challenges 01:18:00 Memorable Cases and Domestic Violence Realities 01:25:00 Switching Sides: Moving to Criminal Defense 01:31:00 Defending the Accused: Ethics and Morality 01:34:00 Reflecting on Lessons Learned _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka

A retired deputy chief turns whistleblower and suddenly the whole system reacts. Lance Fisher joins us to explain what pushed him from command staff into public accountability work, what he saw in body camera footage and citizen complaints, and why leadership failures at the top can quietly shape everything patrol does at the bottom. We get honest about how departments become top heavy, why patrol gets “decimated,” and how understaffing, growth, and weak budgets can make even basic policing feel like a constant emergency.We also dig into the hard stuff that gets people fired up for good reason: use of force that looks unjustified, officers who don't intervene, and internal affairs units that can't truly be independent when they answer to the same chain of command. Lance lays out his view of “failed accountability, failed leadership,” plus what happens when you actually file complaints, force investigations, and make agencies respond in writing. If you've ever wondered why agencies rarely say “we screwed up,” we talk ego, liability, and the public trust cost of staying silent.Then we go deep on policing technology and privacy. License plate readers like Flock, body cam muting, drones, facial recognition, and real-time crime centers can be powerful tools, but only if policies, auditing, and serious consequences exist before deployment. We also debate national solutions like a police registry to stop “gypsy cops,” the messy reality of Brady lists, qualified immunity, and why prosecutors and courts need transparency too.If this conversation hits home, share it with someone who cares about police reform and constitutional policing. Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us what accountability should mean when the video is already rolling.send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comSupport the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

On July 13, 2015, Sandra Bland died in a Waller County, Texas, jail cell three days after a traffic stop escalated into her arrest. Her death became a national symbol of police violence, the dangers Black women face in custody and the push for reforms in policing and jail oversight. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On today's show, Cat Brooks delivers a commentary on the targeting of Black youth before speaking with Mica Rosenberg and Jeff Ernsthausen of ProPublica about their investigation into the sharp increase in ICE detentions and deportations of unaccompanied immigrant children under the Trump administration. Then, Alicia Saddler remembers her brother, Angel Ramos, who was killed by Vallejo police in 2017, and Scott Morris of the Vallejo Sun discusses the long-delayed release of the city's police badge-bending investigation. —- Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis Law & Disorder exposes the cracks in our system, agitates for resistance and collectively builds a new world where all of us thrive. Hosted by Cat Brooks. Produced by Diana Martinez. The post Targeting Black Youth, ICE Deportations, and the Fight for Police Accountability in Vallejo appeared first on KPFA.

Is mass incarceration the result of an accidental, top-down policy oversight, or is it driven by targeted, bottom-up racial warfare on the ground? In this episode, we sit down with scholar and author Andrew Baer to discuss his critical historical text, Beyond the Usual Beating: The Jon Burge Police Torture Scandal and Social Movements for Police Accountability in Chicago. We dismantle the safe academic myths of "colorblindness" to expose how street-level white foot soldiers in Chicago actively deployed explicit anti-Black racial terror completely independent of Washington policy directives. We interrogate the literal, physical machinery used in Area 2 and Area 3 precincts—including cattle prods and hand-cranked field telephone boxes—to systematically extract false confessions from over 118 Black males. We also examine the deep-seated institutional protection and complicity of high-level local judicial and political figures, including Cook County State's Attorney Richard M. Daley, who willfully hid evidence of torture to maintain a mass conviction pipeline. Finally, we anchor the brutal, state-sanctioned genital and testicular mutilation of Black males directly to Dr. Frances Cress Welsing's theory of "White Genetic Annihilation" and population control. Tune in for an unfiltered, urgent interrogation of the System of White Supremacy in the Windy City. #TheCOWS17Years #GenitalMutilation #BeyondTheUsualBeating #JonBurge #CounterRacism #WhiteSupremacyExposed #CressTheory #WhiteGeneticAnnihilation INVEST in The COWS – [http://paypal.me/TheCOWS](http://paypal.me/TheCOWS) Cash App: [https://cash.app/$TheCOWS](https://cash.app/$TheCOWS)

A police union headquarters. A journalist with a camera. A simple request for comment. Then a trespass arrest happens while the person is still walking away. That's where our conversation with Sean Paul Reyes, aka Long Island Audit, starts and it gets uncomfortable fast in the way accountability conversations often do. We're two law enforcement voices, one active and one retired, and we're not here to run a police echo chamber. We want the facts, the footage, and the lessons that actually prevent the next bad arrest.We dig into why Sean targeted the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association in the first place: union political power, claims of backroom misconduct deals that cost taxpayers, and ongoing fights over transparency laws and public recording rights. We break down the private property question, what “continuous effort” to leave means in a real trespass situation, and why walking backward while filming can be both practical and lawful. Then we talk about the real driver we see too often: ego and unmet expectations flipping a contact from rational to emotional.From there we go deeper on the “process is the punishment” problem: tight handcuffs, cameras shut off, hours in processing, towing and impound costs, attorney fees, and how public narratives can get shaped before evidence gets seen. We also talk training gaps, constitutional policing, and what departments can do now to stop arresting people for legally recording in 2026.If you care about First Amendment rights, police accountability, and practical reform that helps both the public and good cops, hit subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave us a review with your take on what should change first.send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comSupport the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

In this episode of The Gray Area, we ask a uncomfortable question:Can a badge become a reset button?We break down how officers can leave one agency under a cloud, resign during an investigation, or get fired for serious misconduct — then later end up wearing another badge somewhere else.This episode looks at two major examples: Matthew Luckhurst, the former San Antonio officer tied to a nationally reported feces-related misconduct case who later became a police chief in Texas, and Sean Grayson, the former deputy convicted in the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey after working for multiple law enforcement agencies in a short period of time.But this is The Gray Area, so the answer is not as simple as “blacklist every cop who gets accused.”A complaint is not a conviction.A resignation is not an acquittal.Bad cops should not be able to outrun their history, but good cops should not be buried underneath false accusations, political discipline, or unfinished investigations.We discuss why police background checks can be extensive but still incomplete, why social skills and emotional intelligence matter in policing, and why a national employment-integrity system could help protect the public, protect the profession, and protect officers who were wrongly accused.A badge should not erase your history.An allegation should not erase your future.That is the balance.That is accountability.That is The Gray Area.Follow Two Cops One Donut for more police perspective, public accountability, and honest conversations from inside the profession.send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comSupport the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

A diaper shoplifting allegation should never end with a one-year-old dead, but that is exactly why we felt we had to talk about Senatobia, Mississippi. We sit down with James White from Southern Draw Law, a former cop and attorney who has spent years breaking down police accountability cases with receipts, legal context, and zero patience for excuses. Together, we walk through what is known so far, what the public still has not been shown, and why official statements that sound like “trust the process” often deepen suspicion instead of building trust.We zoom out from the headlines to the mechanics that create disasters: the culture inside a department, the incentive to protect the institution, and the training gaps that leave officers improvising constitutional law under stress. We dig into why shooting into moving vehicles is almost never tactically sound, how “unmet expectations” can trigger ego and emotional escalation, and why supervisors matter more than most people want to admit. James also explains key concepts like constitutional sequencing and what legally counts as a seizure, plus how civil exposure and Monell claims can reveal patterns that leadership tries to ignore.We end with a hard but necessary message: policing has to be built on the Constitution, humility, and real consequences, not slogans or feelings. If you want more conversations like this, subscribe, share this with someone who cares about better policing, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway.send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comPeregrine.io: Turn your worst detectives into Sherlock Holmes, head to Peregrine.io tell them Two Cops One Donut sent you or direct message me and I'll get you directly connected and skip the salesmen.Support the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

We ask whether “defund the police” improved public safety and land on a tougher answer: the slogan fails as a plan but succeeds as a warning sign about trust and broken systems. We argue that America keeps treating police as the default response to every social crisis, then blames them when the rest of the system collapses. • defund as a signal of lost public trust rather than simple anti-cop hatred • communities feeling over-policed for small issues and under-policed for serious violence • police as a catch-all tool for mental health, homelessness, addiction, family conflict, and more • the contradiction of demanding better policing while assuming less funding will deliver it • why training, hiring, supervision, body cameras, and accountability systems cost money • the difference between thoughtful proactive policing and harmful harassment • officer pullback, why it happens, and why it cannot become a punishment to the public • alternatives to policing, what has to be true for them to work at 3 a.m. • the core claim that policing is downstream of a broader systems problemDrop your thoughts in the comments, but keep it respectful. This topic deserves more than slogans.#TheGrayArea #TwoCopsOneDonut #PoliceReformsend us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comSupport the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

Officer safety is real, but it cannot be used as a catch-all excuse to control people, skip professionalism, or erase constitutional rights. We lay out what “specific facts” should look like in the real world and why the biggest skill is knowing the difference between danger and discomfort.• officer safety as a legitimate concern without becoming a blank check• how vague “I felt unsafe” explanations damage public trust• articulation as the standard: behavior, context, and observable facts• the difference between safety decisions and control decisions• lawful carry during traffic stops and why honesty should not be punished• recording, questions, and refusal of consent as lawful behavior• professionalism under pressure: tactically aware without emotional reactivity• practical self-check questions before escalating an encounterSo I'm curious, what do you think? Where's the line? Where does officer safety justify extra caution? When does it become overreach? And for the cops watching this, what facts do you think should be required before pushing an encounter further? To civilians watching this, what officer safety concerns do you think are legitimate?Where do you draw the line between legitimate officer safety and overreach?#TheGrayArea #TwoCopsOneDonut #OfficerSafety #PoliceAccountability #LawEnforcementsend us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comSupport the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

We dig into a truth that frustrates both cops and civilians: some excessive force grows out of undertraining, not just bad intent. We argue that better grappling and control skills can reduce panic, create more options, and make constitutional policing real when things get physical.• the gray area between “anti-police” and “excusing force”• why undertraining can lead to escalation even with good intent• the difference between violence and control in defensive tactics• how skill confidence reduces hesitation and panic decisions• why tools should support training rather than replace it• the role of ego, fear, and emotion in ugly outcomes• why the oath to the Constitution demands real preparation• what the public should expect and what controlled force can look like• funding, staffing, and building progressive training from day one• why “blue belt level” competence is a practical standard to debateSo I'm curious, what do you think?Should officers be expected to have real grappling experience before they are entrusted to use force on behalf of the government?And if we expect officers to use less force, should departments train them in skills that make less force possible?Because if we want officers to use less force, we have to train them in the skills that make less force possible.#TheGrayArea #TwoCopsOneDonut #LawEnforcement #PoliceTraining #PoliceAccountabilitysend us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comSupport the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

“Just because we can doesn't mean we should.” That's the line running through this straight talk on modern policing legitimacy and why public trust can evaporate even when everything is technically legal. We're digging into the gap between authority and judgment and why the public increasingly measures police work by necessity, fairness, and restraint, not just the statute book. We connect the dots between social media, cell phone video, and today's expectations: explain your actions, keep emotional control, and avoid turning routine encounters into power struggles. Traffic stops become the clearest example. Yes, proactive policing and interdiction can catch real criminals, but when a basic speeding stop turns into a fishing expedition without clear, articulable reasonable suspicion, the citizen experience changes fast. The question shifts from “What did I do?” to “Why am I being treated like a criminal?” and that's where legitimacy starts to crack. We also take on the hardest balancing act: officer safety versus overreach. Danger is real, but risk alone cannot justify unlimited intrusion. That tension gets even more complicated in Texas, where lawful firearm ownership is common. If a calm, law-abiding person discloses a legal gun and gets treated as automatically suspicious, we may be discouraging honesty and rewarding concealment. We close with a challenge that cuts through the noise: the true test isn't how much power police have, it's how carefully that power gets used. Subscribe, share this with someone who cares about policing, and leave a review then tell us your take: where's the line between safety and ego?send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.comSupport the showPlease see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut Join our Discord!! https://discord.gg/BdjeTEAc *Send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com

BRITAIN'S GEORGE FLOYD MOMENT? The Nowak Verdict & Two-Tier Justice #HenryNowak #TwoTierPolicing #JonGaunt #CommonSense #JusticeForHenry #UKPolitics "Justice must be blind—but in modern Britain, it feels like the authorities have their eyes wide shut. Tonight, I'm reacting LIVE to the verdict in the tragic case of 18-year-old Henry Nowak. This is the moment where 'woke' policing and political correctness finally hit a breaking point. While a young man lay dying on the floor, it appears the police on the scene chose to believe the attacker over the victim. Why? If the roles were reversed, we know exactly what the reaction would be. Keir Starmer would be front and centre on our TV screens. So why the silence now? I'm asking the tough questions: Why isn't this being treated as Britain's George Floyd moment? When did 'common sense' leave the building at Scotland Yard? Why aren't senior cops and politicians being held to account for this failure? Justice without fear or favour is the bedrock of our society, but right now, it feels like we have a two-tier system that is failing the very people it's supposed to protect. It's time to stop the hand-wringing and start demanding answers. Join the conversation and tell me what YOU think. Has fairness left the building? #HenryNowak #TwoTierPolicing #JonGaunt #CommonSense #JusticeForHenry #UKPolitics Henry Nowak, Jon Gaunt, Two-Tier Policing, Two-Tier Justice, Keir Starmer, Common Sense, UK Justice System, Police Accountability, Scotland Yard, George Floyd Moment, British Politics, Justice for Henry, Reform UK, Talk Radio, UK News #HenryNowak #JonGaunt #TwoTierPolicing #TwoTierJustice #KeirStarmer #CommonSense #UKJustice #PoliceAccountability #ScotlandYard #GeorgeFloydMoment #UKPolitics #JusticeForHenry #ReformUK #TalkRadio #UKNews This is political blogging and hard-hitting social commentary from Triple Sony Gold Award-winning talk radio legend, Jon Gaunt — former host on BBC, Talk Radio, and Sky News. On Jon Gaunt TV, we cut through the noise and say what others won't. No political correctness. No censorship. Just real conversations that matter.

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Today marks six years since George Floyd was killed by former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, sparking protests across the United States and around the world. The killing became a defining moment in conversations about police accountability, racial justice and civil rights. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week’s episode of Zone 7, Sergeant Eric McCants joins Sheryl McCollum to talk about leadership, community policing, and the mindset required to serve well in high-pressure environments. He discusses the importance of communication, building community trust, getting out of the patrol car, and knowing the people you serve before a crisis ever happens. Eric also addresses first responder mental health, the trauma that can linger after difficult calls, and why asking for help is not weakness but part of staying healthy enough to keep showing up for others. Highlights: (0:00) Sheryl McCollum welcomes Eric McCants to Zone 7 (1:45) Leadership as impact, not title, and learning that not everyone leads the same way (4:15) “You versus you,” Extreme Ownership, and focusing on what you can control (7:15) Policing the Masters in Augusta and managing the large crowds, traffic, and public safety (8:45) Crime suppression, crisis intervention, and the realities of proactive policing (10:15) Why some people need accountability, while others need help, direction, or a second chance (13:30) Communication, rapport, and why the best officers know how to talk to people (14:45) Why getting out of the patrol car can build trust and help solve cases (18:15) Eric’s 12 Day Mindset Program and the power of writing goals down (22:45) First responder trauma, therapy, and knowing when to ask for help (25:45) Final reflections on leadership, service, and Sheryl’s closing quote from John Quincy Adams 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. Sergeant Eric McCants serves with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, where his leadership is rooted in accountability, communication, and community trust. His career has included work in campus safety, school resource policing, crime suppression, special operations, and federal task force operations with the U.S. Marshals Service. Eric is a certified instructor, speaker, mentor, and creator of the 12 Day Mindset Program, which focuses on resilience, personal ownership, and service with purpose. 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, including The Boston Strangler, Natalie Holloway, Tupac Shakur and 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: @ColdCaseTips Facebook: @sheryl.mccollum Instagram: @officialzone7podcast TikTok: @Sheryl.McCollum Sheryl’s new book, Swans Don’t Swim in a Sewer: Solving the Cold Case of the Flint River Killer’s Daughter, is available now wherever books are sold.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Uncommon Sense, we're talking about “law enforcement” and why so many people no longer feel like laws are actually being enforced equally or consistently, especially when it comes to powerful and well-connected individuals connected to the Epstein scandal.We discuss the growing public frustration surrounding the unreleased and heavily redacted Epstein files, the lack of visible accountability for elite predators, and why so many Americans feel the justice system has failed women, children, and vulnerable people. We also talk about why local police departments, sheriffs, prosecutors, and public officials should be demanding full transparency and supporting the release of the complete unredacted Epstein files so the public can see the truth plainly.This episode also goes into the broader leadership crisis facing America and much of the world: weak leadership, fear of confrontation, and silence in the face of corruption. We discuss the need for stronger moral leadership, stronger families, stronger communities, and men willing to stand up publicly against evil instead of shrinking back from difficult conversations.If laws are not enforced equally, trust in institutions collapses. If justice is selective, people stop believing justice exists at all.It's time for courage, accountability, truth, and leadership again.--https://www.youversion.com/bible-app

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a troubling report on the Seattle Police Department's crowd control policies, Seattle's World Cup spending, Sound Transit's failure to reach the Ballard neighborhood, a rift in Seattle City Council/Mayor relations, and a new step towards shaping Seattle's AI policy. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!This episode of Seattle News, Views & Brews is presented by Phillips Law Firm. Injured? Their Seattle personal injury lawyers will fight for what you really deserve. 

Conversations on Groong - May 10, 2026This Conversations on Groong episode examines the Vedi abuse case, a disturbing story involving alleged sexual abuse of vulnerable minors and serious questions about Armenia's law-enforcement response. Attorney Tatevik Soghoyan joins the program to discuss the known timeline, the delays between the first reports and arrests, the treatment of the victims, and the public statements by investigators and government officials. The discussion focuses on whether this was a local failure, a systemic breakdown, or a deeper case of political responsibility, while asking what Armenia's justice and child-protection systems must do to prevent such cases from being ignored, delayed, or mishandled.Topics:Vedi abuse case timelineLaw-enforcement delays and failuresVictim protection and privacyPolitical responsibility and accountabilityChild-protection system breakdownGuest:Tatevik SoghoyanHosts:Hovik ManucharyanAsbed BedrossianEpisode 542 | Recorded: May 9, 2026SHOW NOTES: https://podcasts.groong.org/542VIDEO: https://youtu.be/jP9QJuMwDNo#VediCase #ChildProtection #JusticeForChildren #RuleOfLaw #Accountability #Armenia #HumanRights #VictimsRightsSubscribe and follow us everywhere you are: linktr.ee/groong

Former Los Angeles Police Department Internal Affairs investigator Marlon Marrache and I continue our discussion on the role of those who police the police and the impact on officers on the street and communities on how it's done. In Part 2, we explore the 1991 Rodney King beating and its aftermath, the event labeled as the LADP Rampart-CRASH Scandal, the Baltimore Gun Trace Task Force Scandal and more.Listen to part one with Marlon here.Contact me at silverliningshandbookpod@gmail.comCheck out the Silver Linings Handbook website at:https://silverliningshandbook.com/Check out our Patreon to support the show at:https://www.patreon.com/thesilverliningshandbookJoin our Facebook Group at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1361159947820623Visit the Silver Linings Handbook store to support the podcast at:https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-silver-linings-handbook-podcast-storeVisit The True Crime Times Substack at:https://truecrimemessenger.substack.comThe Silver Linings Handbook podcast is a part of the ART19 network. ART19 is a subsidiary of Wondery and Amazon Music.See the Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and the California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

City Council is expected to vote on a measure that allows the Civilian Office of Police Accountability to investigate Chicago police officers with direct ties to white nationalist, extremist groups like the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys. Alongside contributor Brandon Pope and E3 radio founder Anna DeShawn, we discuss why this proposal has gone through 17 separate versions. Plus, the Sky roster looks very different from last week and avery r. young's ‘safronia' makes its world premiere at lyric opera this Friday. Good News: The Golden Shovel Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, April 15 episode: Window Nation Paramount Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

In the Executive Perspective episode 59, Ron and Rob delve into the controversy surrounding New York State Attorney General Tish James's prosecution of an NYPD officer for an off-duty fatal accident. The officer is accused of being under the influence of alcohol. The state has the authority to investigate and prosecute any law enforcement officer for offenses committed on or off duty, regardless of whether they are related to their police duties. The episode raises the question of why law enforcement officers are held to a higher standard of accountability compared to non-law enforcement officers. Furthermore, they discuss recent instances where officers and executives have faced consequences for their private text messages and social media posts. The episode explores whether these actions infringe upon individuals' rights to privacy when they are not in official capacity. Additionally, the episode addresses another instance where reality has contradicted campaign promises. They discuss NYC Mayor Mamdani's recent announcement that he is reversing his decision to eliminate the NYPD gang database. Join the interactive chat for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion. With a combined 65 years of service in the NYPD, over 40 of which were in the executive ranks, retired Deputy Chief Rob Lukach and retired Inspector Ron Leyson offer an unparalleled analysis of policy, procedure, and leadership in the NYPD and law enforcement in general. On their podcast, Ron and Rob engage in a lively discussion, debate, and dissection of current high-profile incidents and topics of concern to rank-and-file members from their unique "Executive Perspective." Link to NYS AG announcement of officers indictment: https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2026/attorney-general-james-announces-indictment-and-arraignment-former-nypd-officer Link to the NY Daily News article: https://www.nydailynews.com/2026/04/06/mayor-mamdani-steps-back-from-pledge-on-total-elimination-of-nypd-gang-database Find prior episodes of the Executive Perspective at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_YGTl92zUEtavc4-pl83mX4fjhVfv5xr Contact Ron and Rob: On X - @ExecPerspective email - theexecutiveperspective@gmail.com ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Africa Melane speaks to Dr Simon Howell, criminologist at the University of Cape Town Centre of Criminology, on the implications of National Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola's court summons in a multimillion-rand SAPS tender scandal, and what it means for accountability, public trust, and the future of policing in South Africa. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane For more about the show click https://buff.ly/XHry7eQ and find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/XJ10LBU Listen live on weekdays between 04:00 and 06:00 (SA Time) to the Early Breakfast with Africa Melane broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3N Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk daily and weekly newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Inside Olympia:  Our focus this week is police accountability and specifically Washington's Office of Independent Investigations (OII) which is responsible for investigating police deadly force cases. We hold an exit interview with the first director of OII, Roger Rogoff.  Plus we talk with the lawmaker at the forefront of Washington's efforts to hold police more accountable to the public, Representative Debra Entenman.

Today, I tackle one of the most critical and challenging conversations we need to have in America right now—the intersection of law enforcement heroism and accountability. While there are truly heroic police officers who risk their lives to protect and serve and deserve our deepest gratitude, recent events have forced us to confront systemic issues that threaten the safety of everyone, including the good officers themselves.Welcome to this important episode of Now I Get It with Dr. Andy. I'm exploring the legal concept of brandishing weapons, examining why the official response to questionable shootings is so dangerous, and explaining how normalizing violence by officers in uniform puts every single law enforcement officer at greater risk. I'll also discuss why systemic cover-ups exist, how senators are responding, and why we must maintain perspective while demanding full accountability. This isn't about being anti-police—it's about protecting the integrity of law enforcement and ensuring the safety of both officers and citizens.In this episode, you will learn:(00:00) Why there are truly heroic cops who deserve our deepest gratitude and support (01:30) How systemic cover-ups work, including medical examiners answering to sheriffs(03:11) What brandishing means legally and why it's both illegal and dangerous(04:20) Why we don't fear for our lives when police brandish weapons—and why that presumption is now threatened(06:06) The details of what happened in Minnesota and why it was clearly murder(06:45) How normalizing police violence creates deadly danger for every officer(08:30) Why senators holding up ICE funding is an important accountability measure(09:02) How to maintain perspective: these incidents are still rarities among thousands of honorable officersLet's connect!linktr.ee/drprandy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Episode 28 of Let's Get Real and I'm not here to whisper. I'm here to say the part out loud: when “safety” starts looking like chaos, somebody's lying… and regular people are the ones paying the price.This episode is part of the Black History Month Series, and we're talking about the BS swirling around ICE operations, the stories that shift, the fear that spreads, and the way it gets weaponized to keep us arguing with each other instead of holding power accountable. If the details are still unfolding, cool… that's even more reason to slow down and demand receipts, not rumors.Here's what I'm focused on: what tragedy does to people. It can shatter trust… or it can create unison. It can isolate families… or it can wake up communities. The question is whether we turn pain into purpose, or pain into posts.And then we get to the part everybody skips: the plan. Not motivational bullshit. Not “thoughts and prayers.” A real move: clarity, community, cash, consequences. You'll hear exactly what those mean and how to apply them without burning out or getting played.Watch the episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/VKGqWtB6smYAs always we ask you to comment, DM, whatever it takes to have a conversation to help you take the next step in your journey, reach out on any platform!Twitter, FaceBook, Instagram, Tiktok, LinkedinDISCLOSURE: Awards and rankings by third parties are not indicative of future performance or client investment success. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investment strategies carry profit/loss potential and cannot eliminate investment risks. Information discussed may not reflect current positions/recommendations. While believed accurate, Black Mammoth does not guarantee information accuracy. This broadcast is not a solicitation for securities transactions or personalized investment advice. Tax/estate planning information is general - consult professionals for specific situations. Full disclosures at www.blackmammoth.com.

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On this episode, we explore the controversies at the Oakland Police Commission. Commissioner Omar Farmer's time on the Oakland Police Commission ended because the Oakland City Council rejected his reappointment along with fellow commissioner Ricardo Garcia-Acosta, voting against confirming their positions on the civilian police oversight board after their terms expired. We speak with Omar along with Millie Cleveland who is on the steering committee for the Coalition of Police Accountability.  — Subscribe to this podcast: https://plinkhq.com/i/1637968343?to=page Get in touch: lawanddisorder@kpfa.org Follow us on socials @LawAndDis: https://twitter.com/LawAndDis; https://www.instagram.com/lawanddis/ The post City of Oakland Moves to Remove Omar Farmer and Ricardo Garcia Acosta from Police Commission w/ Omar Farmer and Millie Cleveland appeared first on KPFA.

They want you to be passive and quiet. But history tells a different story. We're joined by award-winning comic creator Ben Passmore, author of Black Arms to Hold You Up: A History of Black Resistance, to dig into the stories that history books, and Hollywood, whitewash: De-sanitizing Resistance: We discuss how films and media often strip away the political intellect of figures like the Black Liberation Army, reducing revolutionary struggle to nihilism. Community as Armor: Ben puts the focus on true resistance as mutual aid. From the Jane Collective organizing healthcare, to prisoners organizing even from solitary confinement, the most radical act is building a culture of care. The Trap of Online Activism: In an age of surveillance capitalism, Ben warns that we must move beyond the "power fantasy" of social media. Real solidarity happens offline, face-to-face, building trust that algorithms can't suppress. As MAGA's Supreme Leader expands the surveillance state through Peter Thiel's Big Brother Palantir and unleashes a KKK gestapo through ICE, we must learn from unfiltered history and understand what it actually takes to survive. January 15th is the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. The Civil Rights movement ushered in the Third American Revolution, defeating the authoritarianism of Jim Crow, which John Roberts' Supreme Court is bringing back. Listen to our episode on Stride Toward Freedom, the memoir by a young MLK Jr. after he captured the world's attention leading the successful Montgomery Bus Boycott. For more on resistance strategies, listen to our episode on Gene Sharp, author of From Dictatorship to Democracy, and our interview with his protege Jamila Raqib, the executive director of the Albert Einstein Institution: Fire in Our Peace: The Power of Nonviolent Resistance.   Join our community of listeners and get bonus shows, ad free listening, group chats with other listeners, ways to shape the show, invites to exclusive events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Discounted annual memberships are available. Become a Democracy Defender at Patreon.com/Gaslit Show Notes:  Watch: A sobbing mother calls 911 as federal agents force their way into her home to chase down a DoorDash driver who was just trying to deliver food. https://www.reddit.com/r/minnesota/comments/1q8vvwa/st_paul_mn_a_sobbing_resident_calls_911_as/?sort=old Trump Taps Palantir to Build a "Big Brother": How the administration is partnering with Peter Thiel's tech giant to monitor Americans. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/technology/trump-palantir-data-americans.html ACLU Investigates Police Use of Flock License Plate Surveillance: https://www.aclu.org/news/privacy-technology/flock-roundup Project 2025 Tracker: Monitoring the conservative policy blueprint and authoritarian roadmap. https://www.project2025.observer/en Want to Stop ICE? Go After Its Corporate Collaborators: A guide on how to target the businesses fueling the deportation machine. https://www.thenation.com/article/activism/ice-businesses-boycott-campaign/?fbclid=IwY2xjawPR1kdleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEezKLIFd9EZUL6g5uRoGAhj6cAItrut7MjpF8RislyssfXbo-V_-dZNqW2Fw4_aem_f4IvbocKBVROoBGqO-V_Kg Prairieland Defendants: Legal support and mutual aid for protesters. https://prairielanddefendants.com/ Police Accountability and Reform: An activist checklist for demanding transparency. https://activistchecklist.org/police/ The Singing Revolution: How music helped liberate the Baltic States from Soviet occupation. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singing_Revolution Thomas Paine's Common Sense (1776): The full text of the pamphlet that sparked a revolution. https://loveman.sdsu.edu/docs/1776ThomasPaine.pdf "The Voice of Dust and Ash": A documentary film on resistance and silence. https://vimeo.com/753111135?fl=pl&fe=cm Man Up: The New Misogyny and the Rise of Violent Extremism. https://share.google/t85l3THA4XfvEEbNo Whistleblower drops 'largest ever' ICE leak to unmask agents: 'The last straw' https://www.rawstory.com/ice-agents-data-leak/ Review: 'One Battle After Another,' What Black Women Call Life https://blacknerdproblems.com/review-one-battle-after-another/ EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: The Gaslit Nation Outreach Committee discusses how to talk to the MAGA cult: join on Patreon.  Minnesota Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other:join on Patreon.  Vermont Signal group for Gaslit Nation listeners in the state to find each other:join on Patreon.  Arizona-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to connect, join on Patreon.  Indiana-based listeners launched a Signal group for others in the state to join,join on Patreon.  Florida-based listeners are going strong meeting in person. Be sure to join their Signal group, join on Patreon.  Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit for our community

Today, we’re bringing you the best from another KUOW show, Soundside… It’s been a busy year for the Seattle Police Department. A new chief was sworn in, the longstanding federal consent decree ended and the city reached a new contract with the Seattle Police Officers Guild that changes how it can approach unarmed crisis response. Plus, a new mayor will take office in January. Mayor-elect Katie Wilson announced this week that she planned to retain Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes, despite some rumors to the contrary. Soundside's Libby Denkmann talked with Barnes last week. Listen to more Soundside interviews here. The Soundside team includes Sarah Leibovitz, Jason Burrows, Hans Anderson, Gabrielle Healy, Maleeha Syed, and Jed Kim. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Urbanist's newsroom dissects the biggest headlines of the last few weeks. Ryan Packer, Amy Sundberg, and Doug Trumm discuss the Federal Way Link light rail opening in early December, Katie Wilson's transition team and early hires, and the Seattle City Council's vote to approve a controversial labor contract with the Seattle Police Officers Guild. The contract again punts on long-promised accountability measures and leaves several obstacles to civilian crisis response in place.Check out recent articles for more:Thousands Packs Trains for Opening of Federal Way Light RailFederal Way Link Stations Not Seeing a Housing BoomSeattle Approves Controversial Police Guild Contract, Three Councilmembers DissentKatie Wilson's Transition Team Features Mix of Advocates and InsidersKatie Wilson Charts New Course on Public Safety and Homelessness

This week, the Seattle city council approved 2 new police contracts. They're now the first since the end of the department's federal oversight earlier this year. KUOW’s Amy Radil is here with a look at what's changed. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How would accountability look if power were guided by integrity instead of control? What if storytelling could serve as both documentation and a path toward reform? What pushes you to […] The post How Dakarai Larriett's Wrongful Arrest Sparked a Push for Police Accountability | POP 1295 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.

Synopsis:  Uncover the truth behind over 1,000 police killings per year: Watch CYCLE to learn about one family's fight for justice after their son's tragic death at hands of law enforcementThis show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to LauraFlanders.org/donateDescription: Would we know from our media that over 1,000 people are killed by police every year in the U.S.? The stories of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor are exceptions, but for the victims we don't hear about, there's CYCLE. The newly-released investigative feature documentary from LionArt Media focuses on the 2019 killing of Ty'rese West, an 18-year-old Black teenager from Racine, Wisconsin who was shot to death after being pulled over by a Mount Pleasant police officer for riding a bicycle with no headlights. No videos were taken, the details of West's death were withheld from the community and the subsequent police report. Made in close collaboration with West's mother, Monique West, the film follows the story of Ty'rese's death and the lawsuit that ensued.  CYCLE is an invitation, “. . . to interrupt the silence that follows so many cases that never go viral — cases where there's no footage, no public pressure, and no accountability,” say director Laura Dyan Kezman and co-director William Howell, both Racine natives. Dyan Kezman is an award-winning director, DP, and editor, and the founder of LionArt Media committed to telling bold, socially driven stories that examine justice, culture, and civic engagement. Howell is a cinematographer, editor, and director based in Milwaukee. He was the cinematographer of ‘The Rise and Fall of Coo Coo Cal' and the director of the 2020 film ‘You Don't Know Me'. Join the CYCLE directors and Laura Flanders for this powerful conversation on police accountability and community action, plus a commentary on the media quiet about Trump's massive military build-up in the Caribbean.“. . . We started this film in 2019 with the intention of not making an angry film, but we didn't quite know what the film needed to be yet. Then COVID hit, Ahmaud Arbery was killed, and then Breonna Taylor was killed, and then George Floyd was killed . . . We felt it then, that this was something so much bigger than us in terms of us telling Tyrese's story in that moment.” - Laura Dyan Kezman“The call to action, that's when I see, more than anything, that we achieved our goal. People are not leaving these theaters angry . . . They're leaving and saying, what can we do? What can I do? What can we do together as people to help create this change?” - William HowellGuests:• William Howell: Co-Director & Producer, CYCLE• Laura Dyan Kezman: Director, Editor & Producer, CYCLE Watch the special report on YouTube; PBS World Channel, and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings, or search here via zipcode). Listen: Episode airing on community radio  (check here to see if your station is airing the show) & available as a podcast.RESOURCES:Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Police Violence Against Latinos: The Shocking Data We Now Know:  Watch / Listen:  Episode•  Jacqueline Woodson & Catherine Gund: Breathing Through Chaos & the “Meanwhile”:  Watch / Listen:  Episode and Full Uncut Conversation•  The Defund Movement in 2024: Frontline Reporters Separate Myth from Reality:  Watch / Listen:  Episode Related Articles and Resources:•  ‘CYCLE' comes home:  Racine premiere unites community in a call for action, by Heather Asiyanbi and Grant Ritchey, July 21st, 2025, Racine County Eye• Mapping Police Violence: “Law enforcement agencies across the country are failing to provide us with even basic information about the lives they take. So we collect the data ourselves…”•  The U.S. Dept. of Justice's Civil Rights Division Dismisses Biden-Era Police Investigations and Proposed Police consent Decrees in Louisville and Minneapolis, May 21, 2025, Justice.gov•  Wisconsin DOJ reversed decision to release cop names after pushback from police groups, by Annie Pulley, April 2025, The Badger Project•  Trump administration drops police oversight spurred by Floyd, Taylor Killings, by Sarah N. Lynch and Andrew Goudsward, May 21, 2025, Reuters•  Trump signs orders targeting sanctuary cities, seeking military involvement in law enforcement, April 28, 2025, by Alex Galbraith, Salon.com•  MAIT:  How Wisconsin's investigations into police shootings protect officers, by Isiah Holmes, February 12, 2025, Wisconsin Examiner Full Episode Notes are located HERE.Music Credit:  "Oxygen" by Jhelisa, courtesy of Dorado Records, 'Steppin' by Podington Bear, and original sound design by Jeannie HopperSupport Laura Flanders and Friends by becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/c/lauraflandersandfriends Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders-Executive Producer, Writer; Sabrina Artel-Supervising Producer; Jeremiah Cothren-Senior Producer; Veronica Delgado-Video Editor, Janet Hernandez-Communications Director; Jeannie Hopper-Audio Director, Podcast & Radio Producer, Audio Editor, Sound Design, Narrator; Sarah Miller-Development Director, Nat Needham-Editor, Graphic Design emeritus; David Neuman-Senior Video Editor, and Rory O'Conner-Senior Consulting Producer. 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Synopsis:  The directors of CYCLE invite viewers to confront the eerie stillness that follows many cases of police brutality, where no footage, public pressure, or accountability exist, and instead, inspire collective change.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to LauraFlanders.org/donateDescription: Would we know from our media that over 1,000 people are killed by police every year in the U.S.? The stories of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor are exceptions, but for the victims we don't hear about, there's CYCLE. The newly-released investigative feature documentary from LionArt Media focuses on the 2019 killing of Ty'rese West, an 18-year-old Black teenager from Racine, Wisconsin who was shot to death after being pulled over by a Mount Pleasant police officer for riding a bicycle with no headlights. No videos were taken, the details of West's death were withheld from the community and the subsequent police report. Made in close collaboration with West's mother, Monique West, the film follows the story of Ty'rese's death and the lawsuit that ensued.  CYCLE is an invitation, “. . . to interrupt the silence that follows so many cases that never go viral — cases where there's no footage, no public pressure, and no accountability,” say director Laura Dyan Kezman and co-director William Howell, both Racine natives. Dyan Kezman is an award-winning director, DP, and editor, and the founder of LionArt Media committed to telling bold, socially driven stories that examine justice, culture, and civic engagement. Howell is a cinematographer, editor, and director based in Milwaukee. He was the cinematographer of ‘The Rise and Fall of Coo Coo Cal' and the director of the 2020 film ‘You Don't Know Me'. Join the CYCLE directors and Laura Flanders for this powerful conversation on police accountability and community action, plus a commentary on the media quiet about Trump's massive military build-up in the Caribbean.“. . . We started this film in 2019 with the intention of not making an angry film, but we didn't quite know what the film needed to be yet. Then COVID hit, Ahmaud Arbery was killed, and then Breonna Taylor was killed, and then George Floyd was killed . . . We felt it then, that this was something so much bigger than us in terms of us telling Tyrese's story in that moment.” - Laura Dyan Kezman“The call to action, that's when I see, more than anything, that we achieved our goal. People are not leaving these theaters angry . . . They're leaving and saying, what can we do? What can I do? What can we do together as people to help create this change?” - William HowellGuests:• William Howell: Co-Director & Producer, CYCLE• Laura Dyan Kezman: Director, Editor & Producer, CYCLEFull Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation. These audio exclusives are made possible thanks to our member supporters.Watch the special report on YouTube; PBS World Channel November 9th, and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings, or search here via zipcode). Listen: Episode airing on community radio November 12th  (check here to see if your station is airing the show) & available as a podcast.RESOURCES:Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Police Violence Against Latinos: The Shocking Data We Now Know:  Watch / Listen:  Episode•  Jacqueline Woodson & Catherine Gund: Breathing Through Chaos & the “Meanwhile”:  Watch / Listen:  Episode and Full Uncut Conversation•  The Defund Movement in 2024: Frontline Reporters Separate Myth from Reality:  Watch / Listen:  Episode Related Articles and Resources:•  ‘CYCLE' comes home:  Racine premiere unites community in a call for action, by Heather Asiyanbi and Grant Ritchey, July 21st, 2025, Racine County Eye• Mapping Police Violence: “Law enforcement agencies across the country are failing to provide us with even basic information about the lives they take. So we collect the data ourselves…”•  The U.S. Dept. of Justice's Civil Rights Division Dismisses Biden-Era Police Investigations and Proposed Police consent Decrees in Louisville and Minneapolis, May 21, 2025, Justice.gov•  Wisconsin DOJ reversed decision to release cop names after pushback from police groups, by Annie Pulley, April 2025, The Badger Project•  Trump administration drops police oversight spurred by Floyd, Taylor Killings, by Sarah N. Lynch and Andrew Goudsward, May 21, 2025, Reuters•  Trump signs orders targeting sanctuary cities, seeking military involvement in law enforcement, April 28, 2025, by Alex Galbraith, Salon.com•  MAIT:  How Wisconsin's investigations into police shootings protect officers, by Isiah Holmes, February 12, 2025, Wisconsin Examiner Full Episode Notes are located HERE.Music Credit:  'Thrum of Soil' by Bluedot Sessions, and original sound design by Jeannie HopperSupport Laura Flanders and Friends by becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/c/lauraflandersandfriends Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders-Executive Producer, Writer; Sabrina Artel-Supervising Producer; Jeremiah Cothren-Senior Producer; Veronica Delgado-Video Editor, Janet Hernandez-Communications Director; Jeannie Hopper-Audio Director, Podcast & Radio Producer, Audio Editor, Sound Design, Narrator; Sarah Miller-Development Director, Nat Needham-Editor, Graphic Design emeritus; David Neuman-Senior Video Editor, and Rory O'Conner-Senior Consulting Producer. 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The Boston Office of Police Accountability and Transparency, launched in response to protests following the police murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis, has so far sustained 18 citizen complaints and has proposed varying levels of discipline. But public records show Police Commissioner Michael Cox has routinely flouted even modest disciplinary recommendations.

The California Police Records Access Project is now available to the public. Plus, the developer of a 389-unit housing development in Santa Cruz may back out.

A new police accountability law, passed by lawmakers this past legislative session, aims to keep law enforcement officers from using excessive force. This comes after a sheriff's deputy was caught on video dragging a woman by her hair and slamming her into the ground. Richard Webster has been covering this for Verite News and Pro Publica. He joins us for more. The Louisiana Children's Museum in New Orleans received a major grant that will be used to help the museum better connect to an older audience. The $2.5 million grant will be used to target teenagers – which most children's museums do not normally cater to. CEO of the Louisiana Children's Museum, Tifferney White, tells us more.We might be halfway through the summer, but maybe you're still looking for a creative outlet. Third Lantern Lit is an organization in New Orleans that brings together writers from across the state looking to hone their craft. And this summer, they're encouraging writers –and potential writers– of all levels to pick up the pen.Director of community outreach at Third Lantern Lit, Lit Daphne Armbruster, tells us more about the free programs. ___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Adam Vos. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

In the first half of today’s program, we bring you several news stories of police accountability (or lack thereof) from high-profile incidents around the country.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/civiccipher?utm_source=searchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when betrayal leads to a deeper investigation—not just of a partner, but of the very systems meant to protect us?Join us in this insightful episode of Heartbreak to Happiness as we sit down with Graham Beesley, a seasoned law enforcement professional with over 25 years of experience. Discover how Graham has navigated the complexities of both covert and overt policing—delivering some of the most high-profile investigations of the past two decades. From military service to private sector surveillance and police corruption inquiries, his story is one of resilience, purpose, and transformation.Graham shares how it's possible to prove infidelity without following, explains the critical difference between stalking and harassment, and offers a candid look into how manipulation, abuse, and technology intersect in modern relationships. He also breaks down your legal rights during police encounters, the harsh reality of institutional corruption, and how apps like Snapchat may be tracking your children 24/7.Learn how Graham turned career challenges into meaningful work—and how he ultimately found happiness and fulfillment in uncovering the truth.Contact Graham:

When those sworn to uphold the Constitution can't recall its basic principles, who protects our rights? This gripping episode delves into four contrasting examples of law enforcement conduct that will leave you questioning the state of police accountability in America.We begin with a jaw-dropping deposition of Sergeant Joffrey, whose repeated claims that he "doesn't recall" the First and Fourth Amendments while under oath sparked outrage among our hosts. The sergeant attempted to enforce a vagrancy law repealed five years earlier and wrongfully demanded identification from a citizen engaged in constitutionally protected activity. This case starkly demonstrates how constitutional ignorance can lead to rights violations and eroded public trust.In refreshing contrast, we analyze Sheriff Gregory Tony's masterful press conference defending jail deputies accused of excessive force. Despite his controversial background, the sheriff's methodical approach—establishing his record of accountability before presenting video evidence—provides a blueprint for transparent leadership in law enforcement. The footage reveals deputies using reasonable force against a combative inmate who bit and injured an officer.The episode also examines two body camera incidents: a Kentucky trooper who repeatedly tased a passenger during a minor traffic stop (who was later indicted for multiple excessive force cases), and Oklahoma officers arresting a combative suspect with outstanding warrants. These cases highlight the spectrum of police conduct from unjustified escalation to necessary force.What makes our analysis unique is our panel's inside perspective—all current or former law enforcement officers who refuse to operate as an echo chamber. We praise good police work while condemning misconduct, creating a space where accountability and improvement, not blind defense, drive the conversation.Join us in this unflinching examination of police conduct and help us build a community dedicated to constitutional policing. Your engagement helps keep these crucial conversations going—like, subscribe, and share your thoughts on these complex issues of justice and accountability.

As the state allows its first psilocybin healing centers, a church in Colorado Springs is finding connection through psychedelics. We visit the church with "The Trip: CPR's coverage of Colorado's psychedelic journey." Then, Colorado led the nation for police accountability reform in response to the Black Lives Matter movement. We find out how it's working five years later and what's still to be done, with Purplish. Plus, for Pride Month, we re-share a conversation about how Scouting America became inclusive for all young people.

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Thabo Shole-Mashao, standing in for Clement Manyathela, speaks to Lesiba Thobakgale, Spokesperson, South African Police Union, about the controversy surrounding the acquittal of VIP protection officers and the heated exchange between the police union and Ian Cameron, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police. The Clement Manyathela Show is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, weekdays from 09:00 to 12:00 (SA Time). Clement Manyathela starts his show each weekday on 702 at 9 am taking your calls and voice notes on his Open Line. In the second hour of his show, he unpacks, explains, and makes sense of the news of the day. Clement has several features in his third hour from 11 am that provide you with information to help and guide you through your daily life. As your morning friend, he tackles the serious as well as the light-hearted, on your behalf. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Clement Manyathela Show. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to The Clement Manyathela Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/XijPLtJ or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/p0gWuPE Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new pope has Chicago roots. But that's just one of the big stories in Chicago this week. Police Supt. Larry Snelling explained earlier this week why he agrees with a decision from the Civilian Office of Police Accountability to suspend a group of officers who violated the constitutional rights of Chicagoans in multiple traffic stops just weeks before this same unit stopped, shot and killed Dexter Reed. WTTW's Heather Cherone and freelance reporter Adora Namigadde are here to break down the ruling. Plus, we discuss the difficulty in appealing property tax assessments, rat birth control in Lincoln Park, acupuncture, and Mother's Day weekend! Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this May 9 episode: Aura Frames – Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth – Use code COZYCHICAGO for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. The North Shore Center For the Performing Arts Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HER

Columbus City Council candidate Jesse Vogel joins us on the podcast to reflect on his legal work in eviction defense and what led him to run for office. He talks about the challenges families face raising kids in Columbus, and his priorities around housing, education, transportation and labor.Jesse also shares how working with immigrant communities has shaped his approach to public service and addresses the significance of the District 7 seat, and shares how he hopes to advocate for communities through policy and direct support, regardless of whether he reflects their identity.00:00 The State of Public Education03:32 Background, The Decision to Run for Office06:11 Working in Eviction Defense and Advocating for Residents08:43 The Challenge of Navigating Systems12:15 Growing Up in Bexley, Coming Back to Columbus16:47 Why Volunteers are so Engaged21:07 Housing Policy and Tenant Protections32:09 Transportation Vision for Columbus34:50 The Importance of Unions39:38 Supporting Children, Universal Pre-K and Childcare47:37 Police Accountability and Non-Police Response51:15 Advocating for Immigrant Communities, Jewish Heritage01:00:43 Representation and Earning Trust01:07:42 Engagement in His CampaignSubscribe to Columbus Can't Wait on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ for video.Hosted by Tareya. Recorded and shot at Statehouse Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer and Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

Welcome back to another episode of Iron Sights Podcast After Dark! In today's episode, I'm joined by Marlon Marrache, also known as The IA Guy. He's a retired LAPD officer who spent a lot of time in Internal Affairs. On his podcast, Marlon dives into the role of Internal Affairs in keeping law enforcement accountable. He talks through real-life cases, misconduct stories, and some of the viral police incidents we've all seen in the news.It's all about giving the public a better understanding of what's really going on in law enforcement.Marlon's not just about the podcast, though—he's also out there with Savage Training Group, providing training to law enforcement officers.I had a lot of questions for him in this episode, especially about what really goes on behind the scenes in Internal Affairs.We talk about the stuff they investigate and what's the real deal, far from what we see in movies or the headlines. Marlon made the trip up to the studio for this one, and it was a fun, eye-opening conversation.Grab a seat and enjoy this episode with Marlon Marrache, The IA Guy!-Timestamps:00:00 Intro07:13 Marlon's Journey10:08 Challenges In Law Enforcement40:36 Media & Public Perception of Officers43:22 Impact of High-Profile Incidents on Policing54:55 Misconduct & Unbecoming Conduct01:10:03 Mental Wellness in Policing01:12:16 Social Media & Law Enforcement01:49:21 Challenges In Police Training02:03:57 Impact of Social Media & Podcasts02:12:24 Conclusion & Final Thoughts-Red Dot Fitness Training Programs:rdfprograms.comOnline Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

Hundreds of police officers in California have been stripped of their badges in the last few years for serious misconduct. The offenses range from sexual assault to excessive force to racial bias. But thousands of cases still need to be reviewed. Reporter: Scott Rodd, KPBS A pair of bills aiming to limit the harms of social media on children will face their first hearing in the California legislature this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're discussing suggested changes to our police accountability board causing tension at City Hall, Multnomah County's massive homeless services budget shortfall, and the ongoing train heists targeting Nike sneakers. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week's Friday news roundup are KBOO news director Althea Billings and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Where To Find Portland's Best Sweet Treats, Savory Sandwiches, and Perfect Loaves [City Cast Portland] Elected Officials ‘Dismayed,' ‘Appalled' by Multnomah County's Homeless Budget Shortfall [OPB] Councilor Kanal's Proposed Tweaks to Police Accountability Board Inflame Police Union [Willamette Week] Inside the Mojave Desert Train Heists Targeting Nike Sneakers [Los Angeles Times] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 28th episode: Treefort Music Fest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices