Podcasts about special weapons

On Monday, the Senate Finance Committee released their revisions to the "Big Beautiful Bill," pushing for deeper tax cuts and lowering the State and Local Tax (SALT) cap back to $10,000. These changes have sparked some friction between Senate and House Republicans, as President Trump warned that failure to pass his bill could lead to "the highest tax increase in history instead of the greatest tax cut in history." Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY) joins the Rundown to defend raising the SALT cap to $40,000, and he explains the stakes for the U.S. in the Israel-Iran conflict. Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team members come from diverse backgrounds. Some start their careers in the military, while others are civilians who often find themselves in high-stakes situations. Tommy Wehrle, a SWAT officer, sniper, and former Baltimore County police officer, joins the Rundown to discuss his career and how he joined the SWAT ranks as an elite sniper. Plus, commentary by neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Ben Carson. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday, the Senate Finance Committee released their revisions to the "Big Beautiful Bill," pushing for deeper tax cuts and lowering the State and Local Tax (SALT) cap back to $10,000. These changes have sparked some friction between Senate and House Republicans, as President Trump warned that failure to pass his bill could lead to "the highest tax increase in history instead of the greatest tax cut in history." Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY) joins the Rundown to defend raising the SALT cap to $40,000, and he explains the stakes for the U.S. in the Israel-Iran conflict. Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team members come from diverse backgrounds. Some start their careers in the military, while others are civilians who often find themselves in high-stakes situations. Tommy Wehrle, a SWAT officer, sniper, and former Baltimore County police officer, joins the Rundown to discuss his career and how he joined the SWAT ranks as an elite sniper. Plus, commentary by neurosurgeon and former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Ben Carson. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

O convidado do programa Pânico dessa segunda-feira (05) é o Deputado Zucco.Luciano Lorenzini Zucco nasceu em 9 de março de 1974, em Alegrete (RS). Estudou no Colégio Militar de Porto Alegre, onde concluiu o Ensino Médio. Ingressou no Exército Brasileiro, graduando-se em Ciências Militares pela Academia Militar das Agulhas Negras (AMAN). É Mestre em Inteligência Estratégica, Especialista em Docência do Ensino Superior e possui MBA Executivo em Segurança Privada e Pública.Ao longo da carreira, acumulou extensa qualificação nas áreas de segurança pública e privada com diversos cursos na área. Possui curso de segurança presidencial no Gabinete de Segurança Institucional da Presidência da República; de avaliação de riscos na Secretaria Nacional de Segurança Pública do Ministério da Justiça; de negociação e gerenciamento de crises; de técnicas policiais na Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) e curso de inteligência pela Agência Brasileira de Inteligência (ABIN).Estreou na política em 2018, quando foi eleito o deputado estadual mais bem votado no Rio Grande do Sul. Na ocasião, obteve a quarta maior votação da história, com 166.747 votos, tendo recebido votos em todas as cidades do Estado.Em 2022, repetiu o mesmo feito e foi o deputado federal mais votado no Rio Grande do Sul, desta vez com 259.023 votos. Recentemente, o parlamentar teve aprovado um substitutivo de sua autoria ao PL 2012/22, que reformula a legislação sobre prevenção de desastres e estipula prazos para a elaboração de planos de defesa civil. A proposta inclui novas obrigações para o empreendedor que exerce atividades com risco de acidente ou desastre. O parlamentar é autor de diversas outras propostas naquelas que são suas principais áreas de atuação: segurança pública, educação e saúde. Em 2025, Zucco assumiu a liderança da oposição na Câmara dos Deputados.Redes Sociais: Instagram: https://instagram.com/zuccoX: https://twitter.com/deputadozuccoYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@deputadozuccoFacebook: https://facebook.com/deputadozuccoTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@deputadozuccoWhatsApp: (51) 9114-8110Site: https://tenentecoronelzucco.com.br/

In 2020, a police SWAT team blew up Vicki Baker's house after a fugitive barricaded himself inside. On this episode, we ask: who pays the tab when the government damages or destroys private property for the public good — the unlucky owner or the public as a whole? Click here for episode transcript. Pumpelly v. Green Bay & Mississippi Canal Company Armstrong v. United States

Let us know what you thought of the show!There's Christian light. And there's Jason Perry. The former Navy SEAL, former SWAT Team member, and current pastor is not only Christian heavy, but wants us to see Jesus as a meek warrior too. That's the savior he found, after growing up an atheist, attempting to fill an abandonment hole with patriotism and coming to the end of himself, right into the arms of Jesus. Speaking of his time as a Navy SEAL and hints of Jesus he encountered, "So these breadcrumbs that God put there are just men of God in my life that I noticed all have one thing in common. They all had an incredible peace about them.The rest of us were raging and thrashing and dealing in a high octane profession, guys who have to decompress somehow. The only effective way I've seen people handle that without damaging themselves was Christians. Everyone else, we went to the bar and went to women and went to other things. But they went to the Lord and they were the only ones who handled it. They were the most resilient people I've ever seen.”Our Sendoff today comes from Prayercast. Join along as we pray for veterans and those in active duty. Helpful links:Get prayer videos right to your inbox with PrayercastI Don't Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist, Frank Turek and Norman GeislerJason's Church, Christian Warrior Mission ChurchJason Perry on YoutubeTrident ShieldNavy SealsSWAT, Special Weapons and Tactics teams Follow One80 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website.Never miss a One80. Join our email list. Follow us on Instagram.Share One80, here's how!OneWay Ministries

On this episode we sit down with Chris Palmer and Gabe Rivera.  Both Chris and Gabe have served on full time SWAT teams and have years of experience. Chris Palmer:1999 to 2001 Patrol officer.  2001 to 2006 N.E.T. Neighborhood Enforcement Team. We were a directed enforcement position within the precincts. Basically we would be tasked by the commander to solve problems brought to them by the community. This is where I got plain clothes and U/C experience. We would work informants, buy dope, write warrants, surveillance and locating subjects with felony warrants, a bit of everything without responsibility for the radio.   2006 to 2019 (SWAT) Full time unit with 5 ten man squads now 4 ten man squads. Barricades, Violent subjects arrested, Present for several (20?) OIS and fired my weapons in 4 of them.  At last count I've had 56 rounds fired at me and been hit once. Most of those have been through the walls on HRT entries. I've never shot anyone during an HR. Mine were all arrests/ barricades2017- present   Contract breaching instructor for Forced Entry Tactical Training. 2019 - present Full time firearms training detail. Gabe Rivera:15+ years as a Law Enforcement Officer with 12 years assigned to departments Special Weapons & Tactics (SWAT) team. Has held roles on the team such as Team Leader (TL), Assistant Team Leader (ATL), Sniper, JHAT Member, Maritime Team Member, Firearms Instructor, and Tactics Instructor. Have obtain thousands of hours training with some of the best firearms and tactical instructors in the world. Holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) focused in Criminal Justice and Corrections from California State University-Fullerton.

Cayce, South Carolina Police Chief Chris Cowan joins Tim to talk about something both of us wished we didn't have to talk about. He tells the story of the recent and tragic loss of one of his officers who was shot and killed while responding to a call. He tells the story of and pays tribute to Officer Drew Barr. In the process, he tells the story of the risks and sacrifices police officers take every day to ‘protect and serve.'  This episode was originally released May 16, 2022. https://traffic.libsyn.com/shapingopinion/Drew_Barr_End_of_Watch_auphonic.mp3 Cayce, South Carolina is a suburb to the City of Columbia. A few weeks ago, in the early morning hours of a Sunday in Cayce – 2:48 a.m., on April 24th to be exact – there was what police call a “domestic disturbance.” Police were called to the scene. Three officers responded. The second officer on the scene was Drew Barr.  We're going to tell you what happened, but before we do that, you need to know a little bit about the young officer. Partners Drew Barr and Molly He was 28 years old. He joined the Cayce Police Department in 2016.  In October 2020, he was promoted to the department's K-9 unit. His canine partner was Molly, a black Labrador retriever, who became his family. He had no wife or children, but he did love his community and he worked to keep it safe. In addition to being a police officer, he was also a volunteer firefighter, a captain in the Monetta Volunteer Fire Department. He was an emergency medical technician. He was a committed professional. These are the details that Cayce Police Chief Chris Cowan does not want to get lost when people talk about Officer Roy “Drew” Barr.   Links Cayce Police Department SC law enforcement community mourns slain Cayce police officer: ‘He was brave' | Columbia | postandcourier.com ‘Our Hearts Are Breaking in Cayce;' SC Fire Captain/Police Officer Killed in Shooting (firefighternation.com) Officer Drew Barr honored at funeral and graveside service (wistv.com) Chief: Man killed SC officer with calculated shot from rifle – ABC News (go.com) Gratitude Our gratitude to the Cayce Police Department for the photos used on this page, to Chief Cowan for telling the Drew Barr story, to Officer Drew Barr himself and to his family for the sacrifices they have made for others. About this Episode's Guest Chris Cowan Chris Cowan is recognized internationally for his vast network of private and public partnerships and his expansive policing knowledge, from 29 years in law enforcement.   Chris' extensive experience leading special operations, homeland security, crime suppression, professional development, community policing, media relations and business and community crime prevention units has given him a unique perspective on what it takes to be a guardian to our communities.   He has also served as a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Public Information Officer, Commander of Special Weapons and Tactics Units and Commander of Community Policing Units.  This experience has provided Chris with a unique perspective on mitigating challenges to corporate and community quality of life issues because it has been paralleled with 22 years in corporate security, risk management and professional development.   His passion is holistic policing strategies to provide stability to all citizens, and protect the vulnerable, through programs that create religious, business and neighborhood crime prevention. Commissioned a United States Naval Officer; he secured his Bachelor's degree in Political Science.  He has also earned a Masters Certificate from the Australian Institute of Police Management.  Chris is a graduate of the South Carolina Executive Institute, the FBI National Academy, the FBI Command College and the FBI Hazardous Devices School Executive Management Program.   He has over 19 years of leadership experience in the fields of administration, human capital, crisis management,

100 tactical operators, and lasting for nearly 40 hours. It's one of Australia's most intense, and high profile siege operations.  Brett Pennell is a former NSW Police Officer who spent almost 20 years in the force. As part of the Tactical Operations Unit, Brett was involved in high level raids, drug import intercepts and complex, high profile arrests.  One of those jobs, the Tumut Siege, saw him make a split second decision, that still impacts him to this day. Understand this job and more with host Brent Sanders, as Brett takes us through, in intricate detail, the operationally concepts of the siege.  If this content affected you, the number for lifeline is 13 11 14.  If you're a veteran and you found this content affected you, 24-hour free counselling and support for you and your family is available at Open Arms – Veterans & Families Counselling on 1800 011 046. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Sean, Leedham, and Tim delve into the fascinating and seductive world of Special Weapons!Episode Contributors:Seanhttps://www.instagram.com/alwaysstrikesfirst/Leedhamhttps://www.instagram.com/leedhamtekani/Timhttps://www.instagram.com/eyeofhoruspod/Gang Bang Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/166222270782073/EOH Patreon:https://www.instagram.com/eyeofhoruspod/

Episode two hundred sixty two - part four The quiet of a Texas night is shattered by the sounds of screeching brakes, crumpling metal and, most shockingly, rapid gunfire. The auto accident Jack Ryan Jr thought he witnessed turned out to be a professional hit. Jack is drawn into the seedy underbelly of a small, Texas town and the cold case of a college student who vanished from its streets. Jack is left with nothing but questions. His quest for answers will take Jack from a quiet Texas road to the middle of an international conspiracy and may just cost him his life. Weapons Grade is everything you would expect from a Tom Clancy book – lots of action, lots of high tech and the highest of stakes. New York Times bestselling author Don Bentley spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot. Following his time in the military, Don worked as an FBI special agent focusing on foreign intelligence and counterintelligence and was a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team member.

Today on the show, we welcome back a returning guest: bestselling author and newly retired Lieutenant Scott Moon, formerly of the City of Wichita Police Department.Scott Moon is a writer of speculative fiction, mostly science fiction and space opera, and a fan of many storytelling. Prior to writing full time, he spent twenty-five years in law enforcement. Notable assignments included the Special Community Action Team, Special Weapons and Tactics team, Exploited Missing Children Unit, and various supervisory roles, including the executive officer to the chief of police.Scott has been writing since he was a cop and now is a full-time author in his retirement from law enforcement. He has published many bestselling books and has published over fifty books so far in his writing career solo or in collaborations. In today's episode we discuss:·      How and why, Scott got into law enforcement. ·      Scott's career with the Wichita Police Department, including his time as a SWAT operator, detective, sergeant, and lieutenant.·      When and why, Scott started writing books.·      Scott's plan for retirement and how that played out. ·      How his life has changed after retiring from police work and becoming a full-time writer. ·      How his self-discipline helps with his efficiency as a full-time writer.·      His advice for those contemplating or who have retired from police work.·      The pleasant surprise that happens after retirement from police work.·      What he misses the most and least from being a cop.Check out Scott's website which has links to his books and podcast.Check out Field Training (Brew City Blues Book 1)!!Enjoy the Cops and Writers book series.Please visit the Cops and Writers website.  Do you enjoy gritty, action-packed real-life police dramas to get your fill of blood, heartache, and cop humor, and maybe even a little romance?I have partnered up with Michael Anderle and we have released a new crime fiction series called “Brew City Blues.” If you're a fan of Hill Street Blues, Southland, or Bosch you're going to love Brew City Blues! Brew City Blues is now live! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BLR7FX27Avenging Adam Audiobook by Jodi Burnett Get 50% off Avenging Adam audiobook with this link! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Today - The Cochise County Sheriff's Office is extending a hand of aid, a potent force in the form of their Special Weapons and Tactics team, or SWAT, to these municipalities.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eduardo Acosta began his law enforcement career with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department in 1997. He has worked custody at the Pitchess Detention Center and the Inmate Reception Center. He also worked patrol at Century Station in Lynwood. In 2007, Eduardo later transferred to the South Pasadena Police Department. He worked patrol, detectives, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) and the West San Gabriel Anti-Crime Task force. The participating agencies in the task force were Pasadena PD, Arcadia PD, Monrovia PD, El Monte PD, Monterey Park PD, Parole Department and South Pasadena PD.In 2015, Eduardo later transferred to the Pasadena Police Department. There he has worked patrol and the Homeless Outreach Psychiatric Evaluation Team (HOPE). The HOPE Team is partnered with a clinician from the Los Angeles Department of Mental Health. The HOPE Team responds to individuals dealing with a mental health crisis and conduct mental health evaluations. The HOPE Team also conducts outreach services for individuals dealing with homelessness. Eduardo enjoys working out, running and mountain bike riding in the San Gabriel Valley Foothills.Instagram: @pasadenapd__________________SGV Master Key Podcast:www.sgvmasterkey.cominfo@sgvmasterkey.com

The following is a conversation with Lance Zaleski. Lance started his career in Law Enforcement in 1999 and retired in 2021. He has spent time in numerous positions throughout his career including a police educator and instructor for various police academies, a Senior Training Technician for the New York State Department of Homeland Security, K9 officer, A certified Special Weapons and Tactics operator, and Advanced Tactics and Hostage Rescue Operations.  He founded the Madison County Sheriff's Office, Special Operations Unit, where he led men and women during high-risk events to include barricaded gunman, hostage rescue events and warrant planning. The team assisted in personal protective details for the Dahlia Lama, Prime Minister Tony Blair, Country Stars Big and Rich and Cowboy Troy, Gretchen Wilson, Tracy Lawrence, Montgomery Gentry and many more.  Lance is the recipient of the Medal of Valor, Combat Cross, Gallantry Star for Bravery, Distinguished Service Medal, Veterans Service Award, and the American Legion Award.  In 2013 he was a participant in the reality-based TV Show, Elite Tactical Unit on the Outdoor Channel, where he placed 6th out of 14 SWAT Operators from around the country.  In 2021, Lance founded LZ Tactical Firearm Concepts where he trains civilians in the basic pistol permit course, beginning pistol, as well as three additional levels of advanced training, including defensive shotgun classes, advanced carbine, and pistol classes for Military and Law Enforcement personnel.  In his free time Lance is a volunteer coach for the Stockbridge Valley Sporting Clay and Trap Shooting Team as well as a coach for the Scholastic Clay Target Program sponsored by the Vernon National Shooting Preserve.  I was introduced to Lance years ago at our training facility and have followed all the great work he has been doing through the years. When he launched his company, LZ Tactical, I signed my father and I up for his pistol level one combat course, which was not only extremely educational, but a very rewarding experience.  Link: https://lztacticalfirearms.com/Sponsors:NativePath:Follow the link below to see all of NativePath's Pure Grass-Fed, Organic, Clean Supplements and use the CoMo15 code at checkout for 15% off!https://www.nativepath.com/Lombardi Chiropractic:https://www.lombardichiropractic.com/Mention the Co-Movement Gym Podcast when scheduling your initial appointment for 50% off Initial Consultation and X-Rays!Redmond:redmond.lifeOur team at Co-Movement Gym has used Redmond's Real Sea Salt, Seasonings, Re-Lyte Electrolyte drink and other products for years! This is a U.S. company whose products are simple, clean and taste great. Support them by using the link above or entering the code CoMo15 at checkout and you will receive 10% OFF your order!Reach out to us at info@co-movement.com or visit our website co-movement.com and learn more on how we can assist you in achieving your maximum health and fitness potential!Check out our Online Private Coaching at www.co-movement.com/onlinecoachingCheck out our main website www.co-movement.comCheck out our Video Podcast Clip on our YouTube Channel Co-Movement

Years of Service: 1964-1988Interview with retired FBI Special Agent Myron Hitch Years of Service: 1964-1988 Myron began his career in law enforcement in 1964 with the FBI. Myron started in the Denver Division where he worked in general investigations before moving to the Chicago Division. In Chicago, Myron worked on investigations that included fugitive apprehension, civil rights cases, white slave trafficking cases, organized crime, and foreign counterintelligence cases. In 1967, Myron was transferred to the Los Angeles Division where he investigated cases including bank robberies, fugitives, kidnappings, extortion, and narcotics. During this time Myron also served on the Special Weapons and Tactics team better known as SWAT, and from 1979 to 1988 served as the SWAT Team Commander. In 1984, he was responsible for the planning of the FBI's security measures for the 1984 Olympic games.

Don Bentley is the New York Times Bestselling author of the Matt Drake series  and two Tom Clancy Jack Ryan, Jr. novels. Don spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot, and while deployed in Afghanistan, was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with “V” for valor.  Following his time in the military, Don worked as an FBI special agent focusing on foreign intelligence and counterintelligence and was a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team member. Don lives with his family in Austin, Texas.

On this episode, I sit down with Deputy Frank Sloup with the Pinal County Sheriff's office. He is the star and YouTube sensation of "Friday's with Frank". Frank is a 21 year veteran of law enforcement and specializes in traffic enforcement, apprehending impaired drivers, and is also on the regional Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team as a Sniper. We talk about everything from impaired driving, cannabis use, the militarization of law enforcement and its many misconceptions, general law enforcement topic, and show the humanity of law enforcement. Frank became an internet sensation when his department was featured on LivePD, then started it's own division of social media to get the message of what they do out to the general public. Please email or reach out with any questions of feed back! One of Franks goals is to help educate, and sometimes that's and the end of a pen with a traffic ticket, but more importantly by attempting to build the publics trust. Bluetogreenpodcast@gmail.com FB: Blue to Green Podcast Ig: bluetogreen.officialpodcast Pinal County Sheriff's Office Contact: 31 N Pinal Street Florence, AZ 85132 Phone: 520-509-3555 Toll-Free Phone: 888-431-1311

Why bring back the magical Colt after hyping it up all season as potentially the only weapon that can kill Lucifer only to bring it back, declare oopsie no there are actually five random and unspecified exceptions to this weapon's power that we will never actually address in canon, and then lose it in the woods to have it disappear without another mention for years? Yeah, I got no idea either. Such is the fate of so many Special Weapons on this show. This one just bugs me for so many reasons. We bid farewell to Ellen and Jo while Kripke burns down his narrative as a sacrifice to the Apocalypse. Lucifer is transparently manipulative toward Cas and Sam. I actually feel bad for Meg for the fact she's a True Believer in Lucifer as her god, and Crowley introduces himself as the smartest character on the show. Bless :') on to the links! The Superwiki page for this episode My tag for this episode (six pages of posts) My rewatch notes from June 2019 My rewatch notes from April 2017 Filming locations map Goldenrod Revisions script Casting call for Crowley (spelled CROWLY, and is for a “recurring guest star”) Chicago Tribune review of Fallen Idols with Mark Sheppard's casting announcement in the final paragraph CW Promo CW Extended Promo SpaceTV promo (provided for the context of how the CW was marketing the show vs how SpaceTV chose to promote it... very different in significantly interesting ways...) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spngeorg/support

Today's guest is Kevin W. Condon, LCSW, BCDIn June of 2002, Kevin retired from the City of Coral Gables (FL) Police Department's (CGPD) as a lieutenant with over 25 years of service. At the time of his retirement, Kevin was serving as the Commander of the CGPD Crisis Management Team - Crisis Negotiation Team and Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT). He was also the CGPD Field Training Lieutenant. Kevin participated as a clinical member of a regional Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) team for emergency responders serving Miami-Dade County.Following his retirement from CGPD, Kevin began a second career as a mental health professional. Since September of 2002, Kevin has worked in community, state residential, and university settings. In March of 2018, Kevin retired from the position of Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) after over 6 years with the Department of Veterans Affairs in Atlanta. In November of 2018, Kevin founded ‘Law Enforcement Response to Mental Health, LLC'. He provides training, consultation, contractual agreements, presentations, and individual therapy related to law enforcement and mental health.Kevin developed a Mental Health and Wellness Program for law enforcement agencies, based on a published article he authored. Focus areas of the program include reducing public safety deaths by suicide and eliminating the stigma associated with public safety personnel inquiring about and utilizing mental health services. Kevin works with agencies in the development and implementation of a Mental Health and Wellness Program modified to meet agency specific needs.Kevin is certified by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (P.O.S.T.) as a Guest Lecturer on the topics of Law Enforcement Response to People with a Mental Illness and Law Enforcement Mental Health and Self-Care. He is also a certified instructor for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and has presented at several Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) trainings. Kevin is recognized as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on law enforcement and mental health by the Collaborative Reform Initiative-Technical Assistance Center (CRI-TAC). CRI-TAC is a partnership between the Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) and other leading law enforcement agencies.Contact Kevin:https://www.kwccounseling.com/706-318-4627                                                                                                              kcondon@leresponse.comResources:A Guide to Rational Living (book)Power Thought CardsConnect with the Clinician Development Collective:https://cliniciandevelopmentcollective.com/

Saint_Kabr from Podcast Versus Enemies (also a contract Gameplay Specialist at Bungie) joins Kyt_Kutcha to talk about Bungie, Destiny, and to break down the Special Weapons from the 30th Anniversary release, including Matador 64 and 1000 Yard Stare from the Grasp of Avarice Dungeon as well as the Wastelander M5, Pardon Our Dust, and Retraced Path from Xûr's Treasure Hoard and Dares of Eternity. The episode wraps up with a review of the 10/6 TWAB update. Weapon Breakdowns: 00:23:30 TWAB Breakdown: 01:26:15 Find more from Saint by following him at https://twitter.com/Saint_Kabr and tuning in to Podcast Versus Enemies (PVE link below)! BECOME A PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/massivebreakdownpodcast (https://www.patreon.com/massivebreakdownpodcast) PVE POD: https://pve-podcast-versus-enemies.captivate.fm/listen (https://pve-podcast-versus-enemies.captivate.fm/listen) STAR WARS POD: https://beneath-twin-suns.captivate.fm/listen (https://beneath-twin-suns.captivate.fm/listen) CHAT SERVER: https://discord.gg/TheyfeQ (https://discord.gg/TheyfeQ) HOME PAGE: https://destinymassivebreakdowns.com (https://destinymassivebreakdowns.com) YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqCi3pvTA17HLRaow-K3U5w (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqCi3pvTA17HLRaow-K3U5w) Editing and Post Production by Nettie Smith.

Get the inside scoop on the Department of Homeland Security's recently-released Project Responder 6 (PR6)... Hello Smart Firefighting Community! Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy! This is the seventh episode of our Interschutz 2022 Mini Series. Interschutz 2022 was an international trade show hosted over six days and included exhibitions plus engaging forums covering the various aspects of firefighting, rescue services, civil protection and safety and security. In this episode: - What is the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate for First Responders? - How does DHS S & T identify capability gaps and unite various stakeholders? - How can small businesses bring technology into the field? Paul McDonagh is the First Responder Disaster Resiliency Portfolio Manager for the Department of Homeland Security, Science and Technology Directorate. He oversees DHS engagement and support to Fire, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Law Enforcement, Emergency Managers, Public Safety Communications, and Render Safe Operations (RedOps – Bomb Squads). Responder engagement is accomplished through the First Responder Resource Group (FRRG) where responders provide information on capability needs facing the responder community, and DHS documents these gaps for consideration. Paul is a former member of the FRRG, served 38+ years with the Seattle Police Department (SPD), and is a former Assistant Chief of the SPD's Homeland Security Bureau where he oversaw large-scale incident and event planning & management. He was part of Seattle's Homeland Security Grants Working Group, Seattle UASI Working Group, and oversaw SPD's Homeland Security Grants projects. Paul is a former instructor for the FEMA All Hazards Incident Management Team (AHIMT) providing training across the country, and has supported incidents and events outside of Seattle. As an SPD employee, he worked as a Patrol Officer, Special Weapons and Tactics member & Team Leader, a Precinct Commander, and Commander of the Violent Crimes, and Criminal Intelligence Section. Episode Resources: - DHS S&T Demos First Responder Innovations at Interschutz 2022 - National Information Exchange Model - Silicon Valley Innovation Program This episode of Smart Firefighting is brought to you by FLAIM Systems. FLAIM offers fully immersive VR learning solutions for training in hazardous and emergency situations, allowing first responders to learn how to fight fires in safe, realistic, dynamic virtual environments. Join our SFF Community! Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is or review our curated resources! Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn

In the previous episode, Inside Story Of The Deadliest Attack On Police Officers Since 9/11, the negotiator for the Dallas SWAT team revealed the inside story about the mass killer who ambushed Dallas officers during a Black Lives Matter protest five years ago. Members of our True Crime Community have asked to learn more about the purpose of SWAT teams. SWAT stands for Special Weapons and Tactics.  It's a highly trained elite unit selected from rank and file officers who apply.  In the True Crime Reporter™ podcast episode published on July 18, 2022, about the Uvalde School Shooting, Police Waited To Subdue Killer While Uvalde School Children Lay Dying you heard how a SWAT team from the U.S. Border Patrol finally stepped in and ended the mass shooting. SWAT teams grew out of the mass shooting at the University of Texas Tower in Austin a half-century ago. In 96 minutes, Charles Whitman, an architectural engineering student cut down nearly 50 people with 150 rifle shots from the 30th-floor observation deck on August 1, 1966. From his perch, three hundred feet above the campus, he methodically picked off victims as far as five blocks away.  Police were outgunned and did not have protective gear to make a quick assault.  You can learn more about the incident and how it influenced policing in our March 28, 2022 episode titled,  A Sniper In The Tower--Why Did He Do It? We interviewed Gary Lavergne, the author of A Sniper in the Tower: The Charles Whitman Murders. Here are links to black and white film footage from the shooting and a video of Gary Lavergne following the sniper's trail to the top of the UT Tower.  If SWAT teams had existed back then, that's who would have responded.   We asked retired Dallas Police Lt. Bob Owens to explain the role of SWAT teams. Owens is a 40-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department. Here is his interview with Robert Riggs. We want to become your favorite true crime podcast. Please leave a review wherever you listen. Join our true crime community and follow us here.  The True Crime Reporter® podcast features stories about serial killers, mass murderers, murder mysteries, homicides, cold cases, prisons, violent criminals, serial rapists, child abductors, child molesters, kidnappers, bank robbers, cyber criminals, and assorted violent criminals. True Crime Reporter® is a @2022 copyrighted and trade-marked production by True Crime Reporter®, LLC, in Dallas, Texas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the previous episode, Inside Story Of The Deadliest Attack On Police Officers Since 9/11, the negotiator for the Dallas SWAT team revealed the inside story about the mass killer who ambushed Dallas officers during a Black Lives Matter protest five years ago. Members of our True Crime Community have asked to learn more about the purpose of SWAT teams. SWAT stands for Special Weapons and Tactics.  It's a highly trained elite unit selected from rank-and-file officers who apply.  In the True Crime Reporter™ podcast episode published on July 18, 2022, about the Uvalde School Shooting, Police Waited To Subdue Killer While Uvalde School Children Lay Dying, you heard how a SWAT team from the U.S. Border Patrol finally stepped in and ended the mass shooting. SWAT teams grew out of the mass shooting at the University of Texas Tower in Austin a half-century ago. In 96 minutes, Charles Whitman, an architectural engineering student, cut down nearly 50 people with 150 rifle shots from the 30th-floor observation deck on August 1, 1966. From his perch, three hundred feet above the campus, he methodically picked off victims as far as five blocks away.  Police were outgunned and did not have protective gear to make a quick assault.  You can learn more about the incident and how it influenced policing in our March 28, 2022, episode titled,  A Sniper In The Tower--Why Did He Do It? L to R Reporter Robert Riggs and Gary Lavergne Author of Sniper In The Tower We interviewed Gary Lavergne, the author of A Sniper in the Tower: The Charles Whitman Murders. Here are links to the shooting's black and white film footage and a video of Gary Lavergne following the sniper's trail to the top of the UT Tower.  If SWAT teams had existed back then, that's who would have responded.   Pictured in Center: Lt. Bob Owens Dallas Police Department SWAT We asked retired Dallas Police Lt. Bob Owens to explain the role of SWAT teams. Owens is a 40-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department. FOLLOW the True Crime Reporter® Podcast  SIGN UP FOR my True Crime Newsletter THANK YOU FOR THE FIVE-STAR REVIEWS ON APPLE Please leave one – it really helps. TELL ME about a STORY OR SUBJECT  that you want to hear more about

In the previous episode, Inside Story Of The Deadliest Attack On Police Officers Since 9/11, the negotiator for the Dallas SWAT team revealed the inside story about the mass killer who ambushed Dallas officers during a Black Lives Matter protest five years ago. Members of our True Crime Community have asked to learn more about the purpose of SWAT teams. SWAT stands for Special Weapons and Tactics.  It's a highly trained elite unit selected from rank and file officers who apply.  In the True Crime Reporter™ podcast episode published on July 18, 2022, about the Uvalde School Shooting, Police Waited To Subdue Killer While Uvalde School Children Lay Dying you heard how a SWAT team from the U.S. Border Patrol finally stepped in and ended the mass shooting. SWAT teams grew out of the mass shooting at the University of Texas Tower in Austin a half-century ago. In 96 minutes, Charles Whitman, an architectural engineering student cut down nearly 50 people with 150 rifle shots from the 30th-floor observation deck on August 1, 1966. From his perch, three hundred feet above the campus, he methodically picked off victims as far as five blocks away.  Police were outgunned and did not have protective gear to make a quick assault.  You can learn more about the incident and how it influenced policing in our March 28, 2022 episode titled,  A Sniper In The Tower--Why Did He Do It? L to R Reporter Robert Riggs and Gary Lavergne Author of Sniper In The Tower We interviewed Gary Lavergne, the author of A Sniper in the Tower: The Charles Whitman Murders. Here are links to black and white film footage from the shooting and a video of Gary Lavergne following the sniper's trail to the top of the UT Tower.  If SWAT teams had existed back then, that's who would have responded.   Pictured in Center: Lt. Bob Owens Dallas Police Department SWAT We asked retired Dallas Police Lt. Bob Owens to explain the role of SWAT teams. Owens is a 40-year veteran of the Dallas Police Department. Here is his interview with Robert Riggs.

Chris Tomaino spent 26 years with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department; retired in 2020 at the rank of Captain. Chris was the SWAT Commander when the Route 91 Harvest Festival Concert mass shooting occurred in October 2017. His previous command level assignments include the Special Weapons and Tactics Bureau, Convention Center Area Command, the Homicide & Sex Crimes Bureau, and the Northwest Area Command. Before promoting to Captain, Chris worked a wide variety of assignments during his career with the LVMPD; Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Vice Detective (TDY), Gang Detective, Patrol Sergeant, PSU Sergeant, Robbery Sergeant, Federal Task Force Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, Administrative Lieutenant, Internal Affairs Lieutenant, and Critical Incident Review Team Lieutenant where one of his primary duties was overseeing the investigation of Officer Involved Shootings and other significant use of force incidents. Today, Chris works with Constellis Corporation's Centerra Group-which is presently contracted by the United States Marshal Service (USMS) for the 2nd and 9th Circuits. He is the Nevada District Supervisor, responsible for hiring, leading, and managing over 70 Court Security Officers (CSOs) responsible for the protection of the United States' 9th Circuit federal courthouses in Nevada (2 in Las Vegas and 2 in Reno). CSOs are deputized by the USMS as Special Deputy United States Marshals (limited federal arrest powers) all CSOs are prior sworn law enforcement officers with either state, local, or federal agencies. PODCAST - LISTEN, WATCH, AND SUBSCRIBE https://linktr.ee/TransitionDrillPodcast CONNECT WITH CHRIS https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-t-145b5b28/ Christopher.tomaino@constellis.com  

It’s Friday once more and there’s no time like this moment to begin to tell you about information that’s been waiting for you to read or listen to. The purpose of Charlottesville Community Engagement is to bring you as many stories and articles about the community as possible, on as frequent a level as possible.  I’m the host Sean Tubbs, and I want to make sure you know no Sean Tubbs were harmed in the creation of this episode. This work is free to read or listen to, but needs financial support. If you subscribe through Substack, Ting will match your initial payment!On today’s show: Former Charlottesville Police Chief RaShall Brackney files suit against the city alleging she was fired for trying to reform what she calls a racist departmentThe General Assembly meets today to act on Governor Glenn Youngkin’s amendments to the state budget A quarantine on moving some materials around parts of Virginia to stop the spread of the Spotted Lanternfly will soon be extended to Albemarle and CharlottesvilleCharlottesville’s Board of Zoning Appeals upholds a determination related to a future Wawa The Albemarle County Service Authority reports it’s ready to guard against “forever chemicals” in their drinking water supply First Shout-out is for the Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards In today’s first subscriber-supported shout-out, have you ever wanted to learn as much as you can about how to preserve and protect trees? The Charlottesville Area Tree Stewards are opening up registration for their fall series of online training sessions and field activities running from August 9 through November 19. Full tuition details are at charlottesvilleareatreestewards.org and if you want to get a feel for what you may learn, there’s a public tree identification walk through the grand trees spanning the front areas of the University of Virginia on Sunday, June 26. Attendance is limited, so register today!General Assembly to consider Governor Youngkin’s budget amendmentsThe House of Delegates and the Senate convene this afternoon in Richmond to finalize budget amendments recommended by Governor Glenn Youngkin. “I approve the general purpose of this bill, but I am returning it without my signature with the request that thirty-five amendments be adopted,” Youngkin wrote in his recommendations for HB30.(the paragraph below was edited to make a correction)One of the largest amendments is a three month suspension on the state tax on gasoline and diesel beginning July 1. Legislation to accomplish this goal did not pass the General Assembly in the Special Session in April. A bill introduced by Youngkin did not make it out of either the House of Delegates Appropriations Committee or the Senate Finance Committee. Another amendment would make it a class 6 felony to picket at the residence of a judge, juror, witness, or court officer. The amendments cover both the current fiscal year and the next one that begins in two weeks, so financial amounts listed below are split over the biennium. These include:Two full time positions to support the Lieutenant Governor An additional $300,000 in salary increases for staff in the Office of the Attorney General$300,000 in state funds to the Virginia Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services to add staff to expand inspections for new meat processing facilities An additional $3 million for the Virginia Economic Development Partnership Authority An additional $4 million to expand the Early Reading Specialists program to schools that rank lowest in performanceThe redirecting of $5 million in financial aid assistance to students at Norfolk State University and Virginia State UniversityTwo million in additional funding for an Innovation Center to be built an a historically Black College of University as well as another four million over two years for increased security at all of the Commonwealth’s HBCU’s. Four million in funds would be redirected to support the University of Virginia’s Program on Constitutionalism and DemocracyThere’s $160,000 going to the Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University to “research ways to increase opportunities for K-12 students”Two million over two years for the Hampton Roads Proton Beam Therapy Institute at Hampton University $2.35 million in each year to hire 36 security guards at state-operated mental health treatment centersAnother $200,000 would go to the families of the security officers killed at Bridgewater College earlier this yearan appropriation of $50,000 would be made to prepare more prison beds for those arrested for picketing at a judge’s house There are also new policies that have been introduced into the budget.All public universities will have to demonstrate an “official commitment and set of policies and practices to support freedom of expression and inquiry, free speech, academic freedom, and diversity of thought.”The University of Virginia at Wise is authorized to offer graduate programs All state funding for any abortion-related service would be prohibited unless required by federal lawBail would be waived for certain criminal offensesParticipation in the new Community Lab School program would be expandedYoungkin made three amendments to HB29 which is known as the caboose bill as it looks back at previous budgets including the current fiscal year. These include a $26.5 million increase in revenue for FY22 and a $15 million for site preparation work in Richmond in an account called the Property Analytics Firm Infrastructure Fund. VDACS to expand Spotted Lanternfly quarantine to Charlottesville areaThe state entity that oversees management of invasive species will expand a quarantine on the movement of certain products to help slow the spread of the Spotted Lanternfly. The Virginia Department of Consumer and Agricultural Services has sent a letter to localities including Albemarle and Charlottesville notifying them of the new rules. “The Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine requires a permit to ensure that businesses are taking steps to guarantee regulated articles are free from spotted lanternfly,” reads a June 15 letter from David Gianino, the program manager for the Office of Plant Industry Services. “To obtain a spotted lanternfly permit, completion of an online training course is required and businesses must then apply for the permit with VDACS.”According to the letter, the spotted lanternfly is known to feed on “grapes, peaches, apples, maples, walnuts, hops, cucumbers, and basil.” The insect was spotted in Frederick County in January 2018 and a quarantine has been in place there, Clarke County, Warren County, and the city of Winchester. However, surveys conducted by VDACS indicate the bugs have been found in the cities of Buena Vista, Charlottesville, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Lynchburg, Manassas, Staunton, Waynesboro and the counties of Albemarle, Augusta, Carroll, Page, Prince William, Rockingham, Rockbridge, Shenandoah, and Wythe. A wide range of materials are regulated including live or dead trees, lumber, vegetation, shipping containers, outdoor construction materials, equipment trucks, recreational vehicles, and more. A complete list is available in that letter. Information on how to get a permit is available on the VDACS website.Albemarle County Supervisors were briefed on the spotted lanternfly back in February, as reported here. Board of Zoning Appeals upholds city zoning in Wawa Officials with Tiger Fuel attempted yesterday to overturn a decision by the city’s zoning administrator that affects the future layout of a proposed Wawa on Fifth Street Extended. This one gets a little technical. “The applicant contends that the prescribed front setback for gas stations in Section 34-931(h) of the zoning ordinance are more lenient than the front setbacks for structures in the Highway Zoning district,” said Genevieve Keller, the chair of the Board of Zoning Appeals. Keller said that Tiger Fuel believed Zoning Administrator Read Brodhead should have used Section 34-738 instead. Tiger operates a convenience store immediately to the south. The details are way above most people.“It’s a little complicated, I know,” Brodhead said. Gordon Sutton, president of Tiger Fuel, tried to simplify the argument.“We are asking you to determine which of the two standards is more restrictive,” Sutton said. “The Highway Commercial regulations or the gas station regulations.” Sutton said the highway commercial zonings should apply, and he said his company has had to work under those rules in the past. Attorney Valerie Long with Williams Mullen represented the property owner, RBD Bent Creek LLC. “Virginia code specifically provides that the Board is to presume that Mr. Brodhead’s determination is correct and that the appellant, Tiger Fuel, has the burden of proof of proving otherwise,” Long said. Long said their scope of review was solely whether Brodhead was correct.“This is not the appropriate venue for a business owner to be attempting to stifle competition from a prospective business owner or property owner,” Long said. Long said the zoning rules for gas stations are written specifically to safely govern such a use, and that Tiger Fuel’s interpretation was not germane. After a public hearing and brief discussion, the BZA voted unanimously to uphold Brodhead’s determination. Albemarle County Service Authority officials: No PFAS in municipal drinking waterOn Wednesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued non-binding health advisories on the presence of certain chemicals that do not break down. Yesterday, the environmental compliance specialist for the Albemarle County Service Authority told that entity’s Board of Directors that the municipal water supply is set up to filter out per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. But first, Tim Brown explained there are thousands of different chemical combinations that were created to make products that are water-resistant, heat-resistant, and grease-resistant. “Every chemical is distinct by the fact that the element fluorine is a component of the chemical, and the carbon-fluorine chemical bond is a very very strong one,” Brown said. “What does that mean? It means this chemicals do not break down in the environment.”Brown said health risks include liver failure, hormone imbalances, cancers, and suppression of immune systems.“A lot of nasties in there potentially,” Brown said. The EPA is currently promulgating new regulations to require monitoring and to seek to lower the acceptable level of PFAS compounds to near zero. “It was almost borderline startling information,” Brown said. Brown said the current acceptable standard is around 70 parts per trillion for PFAS and the new regulations could take that down. “Now going down into the fractions of parts per trillion which is in essence at the parts per quadrillion level,” Brown said. Brown said one issue will be that current test equipment may not be able to detect those levels. He said he felt the EPA advisories are intended to signal water producers across the country to take the issue seriously. He said the Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority have been testing for PFAS twice a year since 2019. “Eighteen PFAS compounds were tested at all six of our treatment plants, both in the raw water and in the finished or treated water,” Brown said. “There were zero detections.” Brown said the new standards will be announced in September to be effective in the fall of 2023. He said the ACSA and the RWSA will continue to monitor the situation. Second shout-out goes to Camp AlbemarleToday’s second subscriber-supported public service announcement goes out to Camp Albemarle, which has for sixty years been a “wholesome rural, rustic and restful site for youth activities, church groups, civic events and occasional private programs.”Located on 14 acres on the banks of the Moorman’s River near Free Union, Camp Albemarle continues as a legacy of being a Civilian Conservation Corps project that sought to promote the importance of rural activities. Camp Albemarle seeks support for a plan to winterize the Hamner Lodge, a structure built in 1941 by the CCC and used by every 4th and 5th grade student in Charlottesville and Albemarle for the study of ecology for over 20 years. If this campaign is successful, Camp Albemarle could operate year-round. Consider your support by visiting campalbemarleva.org/donate. Brackney sues the city of Charlottesville, other partiesFormer Charlottesville Police Chief RaShall Brackney has filed a lawsuit in federal court against multiple parties alleging that, among other things, the city of Charlottesville acted unlawfully when former City Manager Chip Boyles fired her last September 1. She’s seeking ten million dollar in damages. (read the suit and its exhibits)In addition to Boyles, Brackney’s complaint in the Western District of Virginia also includes: former city Communications Director Brian Wheeler; city attorney Lisa Robertson; acting police chief Latroy “Tito” Durrette; former assistant police chief James Mooney; current Councilors Sena Magill and Lloyd Snook, former Councilor Heather Hill, and former Police Civilian Review Board chair Bellamy Brown. She also named Mike Wells of the Police Benevolent Association as a defendant. The suit builds on a claim filed with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission soon after she was fired by Boyles. In a series of facts, the complaint seeks to establish that Brackney was hired in June 2018 to “bring empathy, community-oriented training, and years of law enforcement methodology to the table” following distrust after two specific incidents in the summer of 2017. “As Chief of Police, Dr. Brackney’s priority was to stabilize [Charlottesville Police Department] by building rapport with its employees, whilst simultaneously empowering them to challenge their personal assumptions, regarding policing in the 21st Century,”  reads paragraph 31. As part of that work, Brackney collected data on all divisions of the Police Department and according to the complaint concluded that members of several of them including the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team were not up to the task. “Assignments were not based on strengths, but decades-old, archaic practices such as nepotism, favoritism, genderism, and racism,” reads paragraph 36. The complaint describes Brackney’s attempts to reform, such as converting four positions to civilians rather than sworn in officers. One of these was the public information officer. More trainings sessions were to be held, as well as taking minutes at department meetings.“These actions angered those who resented having a Black female at the helm of a police department, particularly one in the South with a conservative undercurrent,” reads paragraph 47. On June 3, 2021, Brackney received an email and video from a community member claiming police conduct by a specific officer and she took action on the complaint. That action included dismantling the SWAT team and firing or suspending officers she found to be involved through a subsequent investigation. In paragraph 61, the complaint states that Bellamy Brown and Mike Wells in early August put together a survey for Charlottesville police officers that Brackney claims was “intentionally negatively worded and targeting Plaintiff as a result of the investigation and disciplinary actions described above.” Paragraph 66 alleges a conspiracy between Brown, Hill, Wells, Snook, Boyles, Mooney and Magill to out Brackney as chief. The next one states that Boyles expressed confidence in Brackney’s leadership on August 26, 2021, as evidenced in a secret audio recording she made of their meeting. Brackney was fired on September 1 and paragraph 76 of the complaint quotes Boyle’s September 3 press release in the first of many iterations used to advance her complaint. “In order to dismantle systemic racism and eliminate police violence and misconduct in Charlottesville, we need a leader who is not only knowledgeable in that work, but is also effective in building collaborative relationships with the community, the department, and the team at City Hall… and [w]hile very good work and progress has been made, I ultimately decided new leadership was required to continue the City’s progress towards building a new climate and culture within the department,” Boyles wrote. The complaint continues to list specific incidents that Brackney considers libel. Paragraph 89 accuses Roberston and Boyles of falsifying documents, and offers that Brackney has secret recordings. Brackney seeks a trial by jury for all of the counts, including one alleging “tortious interference with employment contract.” Another claims unlawful retaliation and another claims that Brackney acted as a whistleblower and another alleges defamation and another claiming business conspiracy that involves Wells, Brown, and the named City Councilors.  Support the program!There’s a lot of information in this installment of this program, which is the 397th edition of the program. About a quarter of you are paying something to help keep Town Crier Productions in business. I have never been a very good salesperson, and won’t overly pitch. But, if you are benefiting from this newsletter and the information in it, please consider some form of support. 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Nick Nanavati and Paul Murphy interview Michael Walsh about his recent win with Sisters of Battle! ++ Battalion Detachment 0CP (Imperium - Adepta Sororitas) [100 PL, 1,996pts, 8CP] ++ + Configuration [12CP] + Battle Size [12CP]: 3. Strike Force (101-200 Total PL / 1001-2000 Points) [12CP] Detachment Command Cost Order Convictions: Order: Bloody Rose + Stratagems [-2CP] + Stratagem: Open the Reliquaries [-2CP]: 2x Additional Relics of the Ecclesiarchy [-2CP] + No Force Org Slot [2 PL, 40pts] + Repentia Superior [2 PL, 40pts]: Frag & Krak grenades, Neural Whips + HQ [19 PL, 380pts, -1CP] + Canoness [5 PL, 100pts, -1CP]: Blessed Blade [10pts], Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Relic: Chaplet of Sacrifice, Stratagem: Saint in the Making [-1CP], Warlord Trait: Blazing Ire . Word of the Emperor [2 PL, 40pts]: Blessing, Miraculous ability Morvenn Vahl [14 PL, 280pts]: Fidelis, Lance of Illumination, Paragon Missile Launcher . Warlord: Warlord Trait: 2. Righteous Rage + Troops [10 PL, 190pts] + Battle Sister Squad [3 PL, 55pts] . 4x Battle Sister [44pts]: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Boltgun, 4x Frag & Krak grenades . Sister Superior [11pts]: Chainsword, Frag & Krak grenades . . Bolt Pistol & Boltgun: Bolt pistol, Boltgun Battle Sister Squad [3 PL, 55pts] . 4x Battle Sister [44pts]: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Boltgun, 4x Frag & Krak grenades . Sister Superior [11pts]: Chainsword, Frag & Krak grenades . . Bolt Pistol & Boltgun: Bolt pistol, Boltgun Sisters Novitiate Squad [4 PL, 80pts] . Novitiate Superior [5pts]: Frag & Krak grenades . . Bolt Pistol and Power Sword [5pts]: Bolt pistol, Power sword [5pts] . 9x Sister Novitiate (Melee Weapon): 9x Auto Pistol, 9x Frag & Krak grenades, 9x Novitiate Melee Weapons + Elites [23 PL, 417pts, -1CP] + Crusaders [1 PL, 22pts] . 2x Crusaders [22pts]: 2x Power sword Dogmata [4 PL, 65pts]: 2. Chorus of Spiritual Fortitude, 5. Verse of Holy Piety, Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Mace of the Righteous, Relic: The Sigil Ecclesiasticus, War Hymn Hospitaller [3 PL, 50pts, -1CP]: Bolt pistol, Chirurgeon's tools, Relic: Litanies of Faith, Stratagem: Saint in the Making [-1CP], Warlord Trait: 5. Indomitable Belief (Aura) Sisters Repentia [6 PL, 112pts] . 8x Sisters Repentia [112pts]: 8x Penitent Eviscerator Sisters Repentia [6 PL, 112pts] . 8x Sisters Repentia [112pts]: 8x Penitent Eviscerator Sisters Repentia [3 PL, 56pts] . 4x Sisters Repentia [56pts]: 4x Penitent Eviscerator + Fast Attack [16 PL, 284pts] + Seraphim Squad [8 PL, 104pts] . 3x Seraphim [42pts]: 6x Bolt pistol, 3x Frag & Krak grenades . Seraphim Superior [14pts]: Bolt pistol, Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades . Seraphim w/ Special Weapons [24pts]: 2x Ministorum Hand Flamers [10pts], Frag & Krak grenades . Seraphim w/ Special Weapons [24pts]: 2x Ministorum Hand Flamers [10pts], Frag & Krak grenades Zephyrim Squad [4 PL, 90pts] . 4x Zephyrim [68pts]: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Power sword . Zephyrim Superior [22pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Power sword, Zephyrim Pennant [5pts] Zephyrim Squad [4 PL, 90pts] . 4x Zephyrim [68pts]: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Power sword . Zephyrim Superior [22pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Power sword, Zephyrim Pennant [5pts] + Heavy Support [26 PL, 605pts] + Castigator [8 PL, 155pts]: Castigator autocannons, 3x Heavy bolter, Storm bolter [5pts] Retributor Squad [9 PL, 225pts]: 2x Armourium Cherub [20pts] . 4x Retributor [48pts]: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Boltgun, 4x Frag & Krak grenades . Retributor Superior [17pts]: Chainsword, Frag & Krak grenades, Ministorum Hand Flamer [5pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Simulacrum [12pts]: Bolt pistol, Boltgun, Frag & Krak grenades, Simulacrum Imperialis Retributor Squad [9 PL, 225pts]: 2x Armourium Cherub [20pts] . 4x Retributor [48pts]: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Boltgun, 4x Frag & Krak grenades . Retributor Superior [17pts]: Chainsword, Frag & Krak grenades, Ministorum Hand Flamer [5pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon [32pts]: Bolt pistol, Frag & Krak grenades, Multi-melta [20pts] . Retributor w/ Simulacrum [12pts]: Bolt pistol, Boltgun, Frag & Krak grenades, Simulacrum Imperialis + Dedicated Transport [4 PL, 80pts] + Sororitas Rhino [4 PL, 80pts]: Storm bolter ++ Total: [100 PL, 8CP, 1,996pts] ++

Cayce, South Carolina Police Chief Chris Cowan joins Tim to talk about something both of us wished we didn't have to talk about. He tells the story of the recent and tragic loss of one of his officers who was shot and killed while responding to a call. He tells the story of and pays tribute to Officer Drew Barr. In the process, he tells the story of the risks and sacrifices police officers take every day to ‘protect and serve.' https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/shapingopinion/Drew_Barr_End_of_Watch_auphonic.mp3 Cayce, South Carolina is a suburb to the City of Columbia. A few weeks ago, in the early morning hours of a Sunday in Cayce – 2:48 a.m., on April 24th to be exact – there was what police call a “domestic disturbance.” Police were called to the scene. Three officers responded. The second officer on the scene was Drew Barr.  We're going to tell you what happened, but before we do that, you need to know a little bit about the young officer. Partners Drew Barr and Molly He was 28 years old. He joined the Cayce Police Department in 2016.  In October 2020, he was promoted to the department's K-9 unit. His canine partner was Molly, a black Labrador retriever, who became his family. He had no wife or children, but he did love his community and he worked to keep it safe. In addition to being a police officer, he was also a volunteer firefighter, a captain in the Monetta Volunteer Fire Department. He was an emergency medical technician. He was a committed professional. These are the details that Cayce Police Chief Chris Cowan does not want to get lost when people talk about Officer Roy “Drew” Barr. Links Cayce Police Department SC law enforcement community mourns slain Cayce police officer: 'He was brave' | Columbia | postandcourier.com 'Our Hearts Are Breaking in Cayce;' SC Fire Captain/Police Officer Killed in Shooting (firefighternation.com) Officer Drew Barr honored at funeral and graveside service (wistv.com) Chief: Man killed SC officer with calculated shot from rifle - ABC News (go.com) Gratitude Our gratitude to the Cayce Police Department for the photos used on this page, to Chief Cowan for telling the Drew Barr story, to Officer Drew Barr himself and to his family for the sacrifices they have made for others. About this Episode's Guest Chris Cowan Chris Cowan is recognized internationally for his vast network of private and public partnerships and his expansive policing knowledge, from 29 years in law enforcement.   Chris' extensive experience leading special operations, homeland security, crime suppression, professional development, community policing, media relations and business and community crime prevention units has given him a unique perspective on what it takes to be a guardian to our communities.   He has also served as a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Public Information Officer, Commander of Special Weapons and Tactics Units and Commander of Community Policing Units.  This experience has provided Chris with a unique perspective on mitigating challenges to corporate and community quality of life issues because it has been paralleled with 22 years in corporate security, risk management and professional development.   His passion is holistic policing strategies to provide stability to all citizens, and protect the vulnerable, through programs that create religious, business and neighborhood crime prevention. Commissioned a United States Naval Officer; he secured his Bachelor's degree in Political Science.  He has also earned a Masters Certificate from the Australian Institute of Police Management.  Chris is a graduate of the South Carolina Executive Institute, the FBI National Academy, the FBI Command College and the FBI Hazardous Devices School Executive Management Program.   He has over 19 years of leadership experience in the fields of administration, human capital, crisis management, strategic planning, tactical operations,

I've been to the place where the world ends. It's in an out of the way spot, far to the north, near a beaver dam and an abandoned air force base that most people have forgotten even existed. A wildlife refuge surrounds this strange little grotto of man-made hillocks that abides there quietly, a vestige of a time that all too unfortunately has not yet passed from our world. Days go by and no human visits. I walked there with my brother and we moved amid the bunkers, squat tomb-like structures built to withstand a nuclear blast unbothered by anyone or anything but a lonely crow flying over the barest whisper of a breeze. If I didn't know better, I could swear I heard someone say something there, something like a prayer. Perhaps that person was me. I grew up about fifteen miles away from this place and for the entirety of my life in my hometown of Caribou, Maine, I knew that the military had nuclear weapons nearby. After all, it was the middle of the Cold War. Loring Air Force Base was even mentioned in the movie ‘Wargames', a film I watched at the local Caribou Theater. In it, a nervous airman answers the call - if the Russians launched an all-out nuclear attack on the United States, Loring would be the first target. Yes, I knew we had bombs. But walking among the bunkers where the nation's first batch of bombs waited in readiness to destroy life on Earth, it brought all that fear and helplessness back to me. It reminded me that I had grown up on the edge of oblivion. We all did. The former site of the North River Depot is in Limestone, Maine. It was built here before the nearby Loring Air Force Base, which itself is now only a memory. The bunkers we walk among are easily viewed on Google Earth but at one time in the early 1950s, this was one of the most secure and secret sites on the planet. Inside this strange and haunting set of structures half buried in the earth, the United States stored enough nuclear warheads to destroy the earth several times over. These are the depositories of doom and they are as quiet as the grave. They stand today as a testament to a period of time in our history when the words ‘the end of the world' were no longer a metaphor. This was the place where the end of the world could easily have begun. In the aftermath of World War II, for a while, the United States was the sole superpower on the planet. Two nuclear fission bombs had been dropped on the cities of Nagasaki and Hiroshima in Japan, ending the greatest war this planet and humanity had ever known. The United States had only two bombs at the time and both were used, with the threat that we had many more at our disposal if the need arose to bomb the country of Japan into submission. When the Emperor of Japan signed the documents ending the war, the United States had no nuclear weapons left. The tactic worked. The arsenal was actually empty, but not for long. Armed with the recipe, the building of bombs began in earnest and with the true start of the military industrial complex came the need for a place to store these weapons, a place where no one would even think to look. IF you're going to stockpile something above top secret, you'd better find someplace no one would ever think of looking. In 1947, a new joint service military organization called the Armed Forces Special Weapons Project began its task of assessing the readiness of the nuclear weapons possessed by the U.S. government. When they got to Los Alamos, they discovered that there were, in fact, no new nuclear weapons to assess. Since the end of World War II, not a single nuclear bomb had been constructed. By the time the inspectors left Los Alamos, there was one bomb that t thought capable of detonation. The Special Weapons project set up shop in neighboring Sandia Base in New Mexico in that same year, which was also the year that the Truman Doctrine became US policy - a doctrine that offered to ‘support free peoples who are resisting attempted subjugation by armed minorities or by outside pressures.' The Truman Doctrine would usher in a period of political tensions that would result in the Cold War, once the USSR also possessed the power of the atom. The US arsenal grew by jumps and starts and by the end of 1947, there were at least fifty-six functional nuclear bombs ready for deployment with a fleet of thirty-five silver-plated B-29s to deliver them. On August 29, 1949, the USSR detonated its first device. The two forces that helped end the war in Europe were now both in possession of nuclear weapons and they were not on the same team anymore. With the tensions growing, it became clear to the powers that be that what was needed was a place to store these weapons. Caribou, Maine is a small city that calls itself the northeastern most city in the country. It is an agricultural country with long, rolling hills, millions of trees, lakes and rivers, and more deer than humans. That was true in 1947 and it is still true today. There were only a few roads into and out of Aroostook County. In 1950, the entire population of Aroostook County was 96,039. This quiet, nearly forgotten part of the country was chosen as the first site in the history of the world to store a nuclear arsenal. Eventually, four more sites would be chosen, but Caribou Air Force Station, also known as North River Depot and then East Loring, was allegedly the first to be built and manned. When you look at an aerial photo of the North River Depot, it is easy to confuse it with a small housing development, but without houses. Instead, you will see over forty small hillocks, covered with grass, masking something larger underneath. These mounds are concrete bunkers built to withstand a nuclear blast. Inside of these structures were stored the bomb housings that, once the detonators were inserted, would each become a means to an end - each designed for the end of someone's world. Looking closer, you will see a road circling the small facility. There are no fences. Instead of fences, a constant patrol circled the bunkers twenty-four hours a day, always in motion. If someone wanted to infiltrate this place, they would have to get there first and then pass through marsh and forest before encountering armed resistance. There are other structures. There is a huge concrete cube that is designed to look like a building. It is modeled to have false windows, false doors and it might be mistaken for a dormitory or office building. If an enemy viewed the building from above, the idea was that they would not view it as a target because of its drab, nondescript design. In fact, despite its size, it has only a few small chambers inside it which you can peek at if you step onto the landing, though it is still off limits to the public. You can see an open vault door a foot thick, open to the elements. Pictures from the decommissioning show shelving with cubicles. This concrete cube housed the detonators, the highly radioactive elements that, once inserted into the bomb housings, would make the bomb capable of detonation and destruction. It was thought safe to store these away from the housings as a precaution against any accidents that might occur. When required, they could quickly be delivered to the adjacent bunkers and gingerly inserted into the bomb. It is rumored that there were underground tunnels running underneath each of the bunkers and from the cube so that in the event of a heavy winter, nothing could stop the efficiency of the bomb's delivery to the aircraft that would ultimately deliver them to their final destinations. In the end, this cube had to be abandoned because it was so heavy, it was sinking at an angle into the ground. Another facility was built and this one was sealed for decades. In January of 1992 when Loring Air Force Base was being closed, twelve workers cut into the door of the cube of Building A and were contaminated by radiation. The Air Force and Congressional representatives investigated the claims. The Air Force explained to the investigators that the building was unknown to them. They didn't know it existed. Officially, the end cause of the illness of the men who cut into the building was that they suffered a massive dose of radon gas that had accumulated in the thirty years it stood there, sealed against the world. This explanation seems weak given that it was once the single place on planet Earth that housed all the man-made radioactive detonators capable of global devastation. Today, there is no door on the building and the winds whistle through the barred doorway. No radon gas can accumulate. For a few years, this site and four others across the country housed Armageddon. The Russians had their storage facilities, as well. So did other nations as the years passed. The long-range bombers used as delivery systems remained but were largely replaced by newer missile systems to deliver the ultimate payload. In 1988, the Cold War effectively ended and Loring Air Force Base closed. Today, it's a hauntingly silent place, still maintained by the local authorities, with one of the largest arch hangers in the world and one of the longest runways, too. There are a few businesses, a nature preserve, a motel, and a museum on the site, but it is always strangely quiet and one might even venture to say haunted- not with ghosts - but with memories. Ask anyone who served at Loring and you'll hear a fondness for the place in their voice, even though the winters were long and cold and it was situated in the middle of nowhere. You'll hear a fondness for the land, for the people, and for the former mission of the base. Time is having its effect on the buildings that are not maintained and it is only a matter of time before much of it returns to the wild. One day, perhaps thousands of years from now, the concrete bunkers that housed the bombs and the sinking concrete cube that housed the detonators will also crumble, but by that time, who knows what the humans of the distant future will think if they stumble upon these curious ruins and wonder, what was their purpose? Who built them and why? I've been to the place where the world could have ended. That the world still exists over seventy years after it was constructed is a testament to the tenacious nature of Humanity. But how strange it is now to walk among the grassy hillocks and into the cavernous mouths of the bunkers and think of things that might have been. It is a lonely, cold feeling, after all, because those things that might have been? Well, the pity is, they still might be... REFERENCES Garbinski, John C., North River Depot, 2011 Rhodes, Richard, Dark Sun The Making of the Hydrogen Bomb, 1995, Touchstone Loring Remembers the Skies for Us, “The History” https://sites.google.com/site/loringremembers/history-of-loring-afb Declassified U.S. Nuclear Test Film #69

A familiar face returns to The Crew Reviews as our friend Don Bentley discusses his upcoming Matt Drake novel Hostile Intent. Bentley's prescient plot in the third outing in the critically acclaimed series finds Drake embroiled in intrigue in Ukraine, mirroring the real-world conflict playing out on our televisions.   “In Bentley's third terrific Matt Drake adventure…The intricate level of who's-doing-what-to-whom adds twists. Readers who enjoy the world of special ops should add Bentley to their reading pile.” —Library Journal   In the espionage community, Vienna is known as the City of Spies, and Matt Drake is about to learn why in the latest electrifying thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of Tom Clancy Target Acquired and The Outside Man. When a mysterious walk-in to the US embassy in Vienna claims to have critical information about a Russian intelligence operation, he raises eyebrows. But when he asks for Matt Drake by name and calls himself the Irishman, he gets the DIA's premier case officer on a one-way flight.  Matt arrives to find Austria's charming capital lousy with intelligence officers, all swirling around Nolan Burke—a onetime member of the real IRA. But before Matt can debrief Nolan, the Irishman is kidnapped by a Russian direct action team. Now, Matt must find a way to repay the debt of honor he owes Nolan while stopping World War III in the process.   Don Bentley is the New York Times Bestselling author of the Matt Drake series and two Tom Clancy Jack Ryan, Jr. novels (Zero Hour June 7, 2022). Don spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot, and while deployed in Afghanistan was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with "V" device for valor. Following his time in the military, Don worked as an FBI special agent focusing on foreign intelligence and counterintelligence and was a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team member. Don lives with his family in Austin, Texas.   Don't forget to subscribe to The Crew Reviews, hit the "LIKE" button, and leave a comment. And if you want to learn more about the guys from The Crew or see additional author interviews, visit us at http://www.thecrewreviews.com Follow us on social media Twitter | https://twitter.com/CREWbookreviews   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thecrewreviews Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/thecrewreviews/  

Scott DeFoe is a retired Los Angeles Police Department Officer who began his career as a Special Agent for USCS assigned to a DEA TF in San Francisco. His last assignment was as a Sergeant at Special Weapons and Tactics. Throughout his career, he worked in Patrol, Vice, Gangs, Narcotics, and K9. Post LEO service, Scott entered the world of executive protection/corporate security and eventually opened his own consulting company. Over the past 8 years, he has been retained on over 700 police practices/premises liability matters and testified as an expert in the use of deadly force, K9, pursuits, SWAT, Crisis Negotiations, Barricaded Subjects, Protests, (Less Lethal Force-40mm. 37mm, Remington 870 BB Shotgun, Taser, Neck Restraints (Carotid/LVNR, Air Choke)Baton, and OC Spray). Scott has testified/qualified as an expert over 40 times in State and Federal Court. He has been retained on multiple high-profile cases, some involve him representing the Plaintiff who is suing LE, (George Floyd, Marcus Smith, Daniel Prude, Kelly Thomas, Danny Ray Thomas, and many more).

Is Adagio good on primary weapons? This week Kutch digs into the numbers to see how it shakes out. He also theorycrafts how it would work on the weapon types where it doesn't yet appear, and briefly talks about Adagio on Special Weapons too! BECOME A PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/massivebreakdownpodcast PVE POD: https://pve-podcast-versus-enemies.captivate.fm/listen STAR WARS POD: https://beneath-twin-suns.captivate.fm/listen CHAT SERVER: https://discord.gg/TheyfeQ HOME PAGE: https://destinymassivebreakdowns.com

On the seventh episode of The Panzer Podcast we are finally getting around to the second iteration of the Panther tank, the Ausführung A-- which was the second most prolific of the three variations, and will take us well into 1944. We will drill down the details of makes the Ausf. A an Ausf. A, as well as describe the differences between the Ausf. D and Ausf. A. Moving on, we will pick up our combat narrative on the Eastern Front and get a chance to visit with the Allied invasion of mainland Italy and just how the new Panther got along driving through the hills of Central Italy. Enjoy! -John Burgess ThePanzerPodcast@gmail.com Sources include: "Panther, Germany's Quest for Combat Dominance" by Michael and Gladys Green, "Panther and it's Variants" by Walter Spielberger, "Repairing the Panzers, Vol. 1 & 2" by Lukas Friedli, "Elements of Armament Engineering, Part Two" by Billingsly et al, "Ordinance in the Eastern Front" a discussion, led by John W. Schaefer, "Militarfahrzeuge, German Softskinned Vehicles of WW2, Vol. 10" by Walter Spielberger & Uwe Feist, "Sd,KFZ 8 & Sd.KFZ. 9, Schwerer Zugkraftwage (12t & 18t)" by Alan Ranger, "German Heavy Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-2"Panzer Tracts No. 5-4" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle & Lukas Friedli, "Historical Study: German Tank Maintenance in World War II" by Dept. of the Army, June 1954, "Weapons of the Third Reich: An Encyclopedic Survey of all Small Arms, Artillery, and Special Weapons of the German Land Forces 1939-1945" by Terry Gander & Peter CHamberlain, "Designing the T-34: Genesis of the Revolutionary Soviet Tank" by Peter Samsonov, "Panther" by Thomas Anderson, "German Artillery of World War Two" by Ian Hogg, "Halftracked Vehicles of the German Army 1909-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panther Tank: Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (SdKfz 171): Enthusiasts' Manual" by Mark Healy, "German Medium Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Armored Vehicles of the German Army 1905-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1933-1942 Vol. 1" by Thomas Jentz, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1943-1945 Vol. 2" by Thomas Jentz, "Sherman: A History of the American Medium Tank" by R.P. Hunnicutt, "Panzer Tactics: German Small-Unit Armor Tactics in World War II" by Wolfgang Schneider, "Testing and Fielding of the Panther Tank and Lessons for Force XXI" by John Womack, "World War II Ballistics: Armor and Gunnery by Lorrin Rexford Bird & Robert Livingston, "Panther vs. Sherman" by Steven Zaloga, and "A Survey of Tank Warfare in Europe from D-Day to 12 August 1944" by HG Gee of the Army Operational Research Group, “Battle of Kursk” by Glantz and House, “Kursk: The Greatest Battle on the Eastern Front 1943” by Clark, “Stalingrad to Berlin: The German Defeat in the East” by Ziemke, “Stärkeberechnung der Panz.Div.44.” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen, 1944., “Allgemeine Heeresmitteilungen: Elfter Jahrgang 1944” by Oberkommando des Heeres (B.Arch RH 1/167), “Leicghte Panzer-Aufklärungskompanie” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen.

On the fifth episode of The Panzer Podcast, we will be discussing the Sd.Kfz. 9 "Famo" Heavy Prime Mover, along with the Bergepanther (Recovery Panther), and of course the Sd. Ah. family of tank towing trailers. Finally I want to touch on another specialty variant of the Panzerkampfwagen V "Panther", the Pantherbefehlswagen (Panther Command Tank) and many other tidbits and anecdotes to round out the story of these special, purpose-built vehicles in support of the Panther tank. Enjoy! -John Burgess ThePanzerPodcast@gmail.com Sources include: "Panther, Germany's Quest for Combat Dominance" by Michael and Gladys Green, "Panther and it's Variants" by Walter Spielberger, "Repairing the Panzers, Vol. 1 & 2" by Lukas Friedli, "Elements of Armament Engineering, Part Two" by Billingsly et al, "Ordinance in the Eastern Front" a discussion, led by John W. Schaefer, "Militarfahrzeuge, German Softskinned Vehicles of WW2, Vol. 10" by Walter Spielberger & Uwe Feist, "Sd,KFZ 8 & Sd.KFZ. 9, Schwerer Zugkraftwage (12t & 18t)" by Alan Ranger, "German Heavy Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-2"Panzer Tracts No. 5-4" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle & Lukas Friedli, "Historical Study: German Tank Maintenance in World War II" by Dept. of the Army, June 1954, "Weapons of the Third Reich: An Encyclopedic Survey of all Small Arms, Artillery, and Special Weapons of the German Land Forces 1939-1945" by Terry Gander & Peter CHamberlain, "Designing the T-34: Genesis of the Revolutionary Soviet Tank" by Peter Samsonov, "Panther" by Thomas Anderson, "German Artillery of World War Two" by Ian Hogg, "Halftracked Vehicles of the German Army 1909-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panther Tank: Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (SdKfz 171): Enthusiasts' Manual" by Mark Healy, "German Medium Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Armored Vehicles of the German Army 1905-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1933-1942 Vol. 1" by Thomas Jentz, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1943-1945 Vol. 2" by Thomas Jentz, "Sherman: A History of the American Medium Tank" by R.P. Hunnicutt, "Panzer Tactics: German Small-Unit Armor Tactics in World War II" by Wolfgang Schneider, "Testing and Fielding of the Panther Tank and Lessons for Force XXI" by John Womack, "World War II Ballistics: Armor and Gunnery by Lorrin Rexford Bird & Robert Livingston, "Panther vs. Sherman" by Steven Zaloga, and "A Survey of Tank Warfare in Europe from D-Day to 12 August 1944" by HG Gee of the Army Operational Research Group, “Battle of Kursk” by Glantz and House, “Kursk: The Greatest Battle on the Eastern Front 1943” by Clark, “Stalingrad to Berlin: The German Defeat in the East” by Ziemke, “Stärkeberechnung der Panz.Div.44.” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen, 1944., “Allgemeine Heeresmitteilungen: Elfter Jahrgang 1944” by Oberkommando des Heeres (B.Arch RH 1/167), “Leicghte Panzer-Aufklärungskompanie” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen.

In this episode, Jose and Michele interview Officer Mike Yeun and Sergeant Imran Ahmed from San Bernardino PD's Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team.  They're talking about all aspects of SWAT. From what kinds of incidents they respond to, the equipment they use, how they select team members to training and physical agility testing, they're bringing insight into the workings of San Bernardino PD's SWAT team. If you're interested in a career in law enforcement at SBPD, visit our website at www.joinsbpd.org. To send in questions or comments, email us at SBPDcommunityaffairs@sbcity.org

On the fourth episode of The Panzer Podcast, we will finish discussing the aftermath and consequences of Operation Citadel and the Battle of Kursk insofar that it affected the Panther tanks. Along with an in-depth discussion of the Panzer repair network and logistical system. Enjoy! -John Burgess ThePanzerPodcast@gmail.com Sources include: "Panther, Germany's Quest for Combat Dominance" by Michael and Gladys Green, "Panther and it's Variants" by Walter Spielberger, "Repairing the Panzers, Vol. 1 & 2" by Lukas Friedli, "Elements of Armament Engineering, Part Two" by Billingsly et al, "Ordinance in the Eastern Front" a discussion, led by John W. Schaefer, "Militarfahrzeuge, German Softskinned Vehicles of WW2, Vol. 10" by Walter Spielberger & Uwe Feist, "Sd,KFZ 8 & Sd.KFZ. 9, Schwerer Zugkraftwage (12t & 18t)" by Alan Ranger, "German Heavy Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-2"Panzer Tracts No. 5-4" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle & Lukas Friedli, "Historical Study: German Tank Maintenance in World War II" by Dept. of the Army, June 1954, "Weapons of the Third Reich: An Encyclopedic Survey of all Small Arms, Artillery, and Special Weapons of the German Land Forces 1939-1945" by Terry Gander & Peter CHamberlain, "Designing the T-34: Genesis of the Revolutionary Soviet Tank" by Peter Samsonov, "Panther" by Thomas Anderson, "German Artillery of World War Two" by Ian Hogg, "Halftracked Vehicles of the German Army 1909-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panther Tank: Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (SdKfz 171): Enthusiasts' Manual" by Mark Healy, "German Medium Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Armored Vehicles of the German Army 1905-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1933-1942 Vol. 1" by Thomas Jentz, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1943-1945 Vol. 2" by Thomas Jentz, "Sherman: A History of the American Medium Tank" by R.P. Hunnicutt, "Panzer Tactics: German Small-Unit Armor Tactics in World War II" by Wolfgang Schneider, "Testing and Fielding of the Panther Tank and Lessons for Force XXI" by John Womack, "World War II Ballistics: Armor and Gunnery by Lorrin Rexford Bird & Robert Livingston, "Panther vs. Sherman" by Steven Zaloga, and "A Survey of Tank Warfare in Europe from D-Day to 12 August 1944" by HG Gee of the Army Operational Research Group, “Battle of Kursk” by Glantz and House, “Kursk: The Greatest Battle on the Eastern Front 1943” by Clark, “Stalingrad to Berlin: The German Defeat in the East” by Ziemke, “Stärkeberechnung der Panz.Div.44.” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen, 1944., “Allgemeine Heeresmitteilungen: Elfter Jahrgang 1944” by Oberkommando des Heeres (B.Arch RH 1/167), “Leicghte Panzer-Aufklärungskompanie” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen.

We are joined by Robert Forsyth to talk about his book 'Luftwaffe Special Weapons 1942-1945', published by Osprey.

On the third episode of The Panzer Podcast we will discuss in detail the final preparations and modifications made just prior to sending the new Panzerkampfwagen V 'Panther' Ausf. D, Sd.Kfz. 171 to the Eastern Front. Once there, we will get into the details of Operation Citadel and just how well or, not so well, the new Panther tanks would do against a determined defense. We detail the actions of July 5 - July 20 1943 for Panzer-Regiment 39 "von Lauchert" and within, the two Panzer-Abteilungen 51 & 52 (Panther Abteilungen). Further details include the Kriegsstärtkenachweisung (K.St.N. [TO&E]) of the new Panther units as well as plenty of contemporary, and first-hand accounts of how the battle went for these particular units at Kursk and the surrounding areas. Enjoy! -John Burgess ThePanzerPodcast@gmail.com Sources include: "Panther, Germany's Quest for Combat Dominance" by Michael and Gladys Green, "Panther and it's Variants" by Walter Spielberger, "Repairing the Panzers, Vol. 1 & 2" by Lukas Friedli, "Elements of Armament Engineering, Part Two" by Billingsly et al, "Ordinance in the Eastern Front" a discussion, led by John W. Schaefer, "Militarfahrzeuge, German Softskinned Vehicles of WW2, Vol. 10" by Walter Spielberger & Uwe Feist, "Sd,KFZ 8 & Sd.KFZ. 9, Schwerer Zugkraftwage (12t & 18t)" by Alan Ranger, "German Heavy Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-2"Panzer Tracts No. 5-4" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle & Lukas Friedli, "Historical Study: German Tank Maintenance in World War II" by Dept. of the Army, June 1954, "Weapons of the Third Reich: An Encyclopedic Survey of all Small Arms, Artillery, and Special Weapons of the German Land Forces 1939-1945" by Terry Gander & Peter CHamberlain, "Designing the T-34: Genesis of the Revolutionary Soviet Tank" by Peter Samsonov, "Panther" by Thomas Anderson, "German Artillery of World War Two" by Ian Hogg, "Halftracked Vehicles of the German Army 1909-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panther Tank: Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (SdKfz 171): Enthusiasts' Manual" by Mark Healy, "German Medium Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Armored Vehicles of the German Army 1905-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1933-1942 Vol. 1" by Thomas Jentz, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1943-1945 Vol. 2" by Thomas Jentz, "Sherman: A History of the American Medium Tank" by R.P. Hunnicutt, "Panzer Tactics: German Small-Unit Armor Tactics in World War II" by Wolfgang Schneider, "Testing and Fielding of the Panther Tank and Lessons for Force XXI" by John Womack, "World War II Ballistics: Armor and Gunnery by Lorrin Rexford Bird & Robert Livingston, "Panther vs. Sherman" by Steven Zaloga, and "A Survey of Tank Warfare in Europe from D-Day to 12 August 1944" by HG Gee of the Army Operational Research Group, “Battle of Kursk” by Glantz and House, “Kursk: The Greatest Battle on the Eastern Front 1943” by Clark, “Stalingrad to Berlin: The German Defeat in the East” by Ziemke, “Stärkeberechnung der Panz.Div.44.” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen, 1944., “Allgemeine Heeresmitteilungen: Elfter Jahrgang 1944” by Oberkommando des Heeres (B.Arch RH 1/167), “Leicghte Panzer-Aufklärungskompanie” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen.

In the second episode of the Podcast we continue where our discussion of the Panther left off-- Covering what the Panther D actually would like once production of the Ausf. D began, which in January of 1943 would be a lot different from the Panzerkampfwagen V 'Panther' Ausf. D, Sd.Kfz. 171 that would first go into Kursk. We'll take an in-depth look at all of the systems and final armament & armor layout of the Panther and get ready for the first deployment in July of 1943. Enjoy! -John Burgess ThePanzerPodcast@gmail.com Sources include: "Panther, Germany's Quest for Combat Dominance" by Michael and Gladys Green, "Panther and it's Variants" by Walter Spielberger, "Repairing the Panzers, Vol. 1 & 2" by Lukas Friedli, "Elements of Armament Engineering, Part Two" by Billingsly et al, "Ordinance in the Eastern Front" a discussion, led by John W. Schaefer, "Militarfahrzeuge, German Softskinned Vehicles of WW2, Vol. 10" by Walter Spielberger & Uwe Feist, "Sd,KFZ 8 & Sd.KFZ. 9, Schwerer Zugkraftwage (12t & 18t)" by Alan Ranger, "German Heavy Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-2"Panzer Tracts No. 5-4" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle & Lukas Friedli, "Historical Study: German Tank Maintenance in World War II" by Dept. of the Army, June 1954, "Weapons of the Third Reich: An Encyclopedic Survey of all Small Arms, Artillery, and Special Weapons of the German Land Forces 1939-1945" by Terry Gander & Peter CHamberlain, "Designing the T-34: Genesis of the Revolutionary Soviet Tank" by Peter Samsonov, "Panther" by Thomas Anderson, "German Artillery of World War Two" by Ian Hogg, "Halftracked Vehicles of the German Army 1909-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panther Tank: Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (SdKfz 171): Enthusiasts' Manual" by Mark Healy, "German Medium Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Armored Vehicles of the German Army 1905-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1933-1942 Vol. 1" by Thomas Jentz, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1943-1945 Vol. 2" by Thomas Jentz, "Sherman: A History of the American Medium Tank" by R.P. Hunnicutt, "Panzer Tactics: German Small-Unit Armor Tactics in World War II" by Wolfgang Schneider, "Testing and Fielding of the Panther Tank and Lessons for Force XXI" by John Womack, "World War II Ballistics: Armor and Gunnery by Lorrin Rexford Bird & Robert Livingston, "Panther vs. Sherman" by Steven Zaloga, and "A Survey of Tank Warfare in Europe from D-Day to 12 August 1944" by HG Gee of the Army Operational Research Group, “Battle of Kursk” by Glantz and House, “Kursk: The Greatest Battle on the Eastern Front 1943” by Clark, “Stalingrad to Berlin: The German Defeat in the East” by Ziemke, “Stärkeberechnung der Panz.Div.44.” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen, 1944., “Allgemeine Heeresmitteilungen: Elfter Jahrgang 1944” by Oberkommando des Heeres (B.Arch RH 1/167), “Leicghte Panzer-Aufklärungskompanie” by Generalinspekteur der Panzertruppen.

Welcome to “Bringing Calm to the Storm”, Episode #41 of Co-creating Peace, a series about conscious communication and conflict transformation. I  recorded this podcast in front of a live online audience at the 2021 State of New Mexico Alternative Dispute Resolution Symposium on October 21 – National Conflict Resolution Day.As we all know, conflict often involves high emotion. Not everyone has the ability to manage their emotions well, especially when their emotions are highly escalated. People sometimes completely lose awareness and control of their emotions and behavior. Other times people in conflict may use rage to intimidate and control others.Yet, in order for productive communications to happen and conflict to be resolved, everyone involved must feel safe enough to be able to discuss their experiences and negotiate agreements. That means that someone needs to bring calm to the storm and help everyone de-escalate so that they can move forward together. But, how do we do that??Joining me today is John Allen to provide us with some helpful understandings about de-escalating others, and some effective tools to help us do that. As time allows, John will also take questions posed by the audience.John Allen is a retired Sergeant from the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office. He is a Lead Law Enforcement Instructor at the Central New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy, which is responsible for training various law enforcement entities. He is a Master Use of Force Instructor, Master Defensive Tactics Instructor and Lead Homicide Instructor with 23 years of law enforcement experience. During his career at BCSO, John was a supervisor for homicide, violent crimes, Special Weapons and Tactics, mobile crisis teams, and crisis intervention teams that deal with mental health. Conflict resolution and crisis negotiation are components of what he teaches in many of his classes.

In this first episode we will introduce the podcast, which includes the scope and goals I wish to accomplish with this project. Secondly, this will be the first episode of a series of episodes about the Sonderkraftzeuge 171, Panzerkampfwagen V "Panther" tank, or simply Panther Tank. This first episode details the research and development phase up to about 1943 when the Panther Ausf. D was to begin rolling off of the assembly line. Enjoy! -John Burgess ThePanzerPodcast@gmail.com Sources include: "Panther, Germany's Quest for Combat Dominance" by Michael and Gladys Green, "Panther and it's Variants" by Walter Spielberger, "Repairing the Panzers, Vol. 1 & 2" by Lukas Friedli, "Elements of Armament Engineering, Part Two" by Billingsly et al, "Ordinance in the Eastern Front" a discussion, led by John W. Schaefer, "Militarfahrzeuge, German Softskinned Vehicles of WW2, Vol. 10" by Walter Spielberger & Uwe Feist, "Sd,KFZ 8 & Sd.KFZ. 9, Schwerer Zugkraftwage (12t & 18t)" by Alan Ranger, "German Heavy Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 5-2"Panzer Tracts No. 5-4" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle, "Panzer Tracts No. 16-1" by Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle & Lukas Friedli, "Historical Study: German Tank Maintenance in World War II" by Dept. of the Army, June 1954, "Weapons of the Third Reich: An Encyclopedic Survey of all Small Arms, Artillery, and Special Weapons of the German Land Forces 1939-1945" by Terry Gander & Peter CHamberlain, "Designing the T-34: Genesis of the Revolutionary Soviet Tank" by Peter Samsonov, "Panther" by Thomas Anderson, "German Artillery of World War Two" by Ian Hogg, "Halftracked Vehicles of the German Army 1909-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panther Tank: Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (SdKfz 171): Enthusiasts' Manual" by Mark Healy, "German Medium Half-Tracked Prime Movers" by Reinhard Frank, "Armored Vehicles of the German Army 1905-1945" by Walter Spielberger, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1933-1942 Vol. 1" by Thomas Jentz, "Panzertruppen: The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force 1943-1945 Vol. 2" by Thomas Jentz, "Sherman: A History of the American Medium Tank" by R.P. Hunnicutt, "Panzer Tactics: German Small-Unit Armor Tactics in World War II" by Wolfgang Schneider, "Testing and Fielding of the Panther Tank and Lessons for Force XXI" by John Womack, and "World War II Ballistics: Armor and Gunnery by Lorrin Rexford Bird & Robert Livingston

This episode: special guest Steven rhapsodies about Robots, Mister Blobby makes an unpleasant cameo, we discuss the effects of Dalek Rays, Aym and Rosie thumb wrestle with a very important logistical question, and Rosie incorrectly identifies yet another serial. Content warning: extensive discussion of fascist politics and history As ever, do follow us on Twitter @PolarityPod and tumblr at polaritypod.tumblr.com for updates, and tell your friends that they NEED to listen to the show. Go on. It'll make our day.

As the course of the second world war turned against the Third Reich some radical proposals and inventive designs, were put forward by armaments manufacturers, scientists, technicians, aircrew and even private individuals to the German Air Ministry for consideration as weapons to be utilised by the Luftwaffe. Some proposals were destined never to leave the drawing board, while others not only underwent trials but were issued to operational units and used in action. In the episode I'm joined by Robert Forsyth. Robert is an aviation historian who some of you may recall I chatted to in episode 52, when we looked at Luftwaffe units working with the U-Boats. Robert has a sumptuous new book available from Osprey Luftwaffe Special Weapons 1942–45. Patron: patreon.com/ww2podcast

In this episode the bois explore Anthropomorphism; the tendency of humanity to attribute human traits, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities. Which is considered to be an innate tendency of human psychology. Turtles that act like people, Kats that act like people- What is not to love! Swat Kats and TMNT are similar in a lot of ways but only one show can come out on top. Will it be the shredding on the electric guitar that pushes the Kats to the next round? Or the actual Shredder that seals TMNT victory? Episodes we watched: Swat Kats Season 1 ep 13 Katastrophe Season 2 ep 2 A Bright and Shiny Future Season 2 ep 9 The Dark Side of the Swat Kats Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Season 1 ep 1 Turtle Tracks Season 1 ep 2 Enter: The Shredder Season 1 ep 5 Shredded & Splintered

John Lennon joins Nick Nanavati and Tim Pinney to talk about his takedown of the Lone Star OpenJohn Lennon - Lone Star Open​++ Patrol Detachment 0CP (Imperium - Adepta Sororitas) [38 PL, 764pts] +++ Configuration +Detachment Command CostOrder Convictions: Order: Bloody Rose+ No Force Org Slot +Repentia Superior [2 PL, 40pts]: Relic: Litanies of Faith+ HQ +Morvenn Vahl [13 PL, 265pts]: Warlord+ Troops +Battle Sister Squad [3 PL, 55pts]. 4x Battle Sister: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Boltgun, 4x Frag & Krak grenades. Sister Superior. . Bolt Pistol & Boltgun+ Elites +Sisters Repentia [6 PL, 112pts]. 8x Sisters Repentia: 8x Penitent EvisceratorSisters Repentia [6 PL, 112pts]. 8x Sisters Repentia: 8x Penitent Eviscerator+ Fast Attack +Zephyrim Squad [4 PL, 90pts]. 4x Zephyrim: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Power sword. Zephyrim Superior: Bolt pistol, Zephyrim PennantZephyrim Squad [4 PL, 90pts]. 4x Zephyrim: 4x Bolt pistol, 4x Frag & Krak grenades, 4x Power sword. Zephyrim Superior: Bolt pistol, Zephyrim Pennant++ Outrider Detachment -3CP (Imperium - Adepta Sororitas) [56 PL, 1,156pts, -4CP] +++ Configuration +Detachment Command Cost [-3CP]Order Convictions: Order: Ebon Chalice+ HQ +Celestine and Geminae Superia [10 PL, 200pts]. 2x Geminae Superia: 2x Bolt pistol, 2x Frag & Krak grenades, 2x Power sword+ Elites +Celestian Sacresants [6 PL, 131pts]. 8x Celestian Sacresants (Anointed Halberd): 8x Anointed Halberd, 8x Bolt pistol, 8x Frag & Krak grenades. Sacresant Superior: Bolt pistol, Spear of the FaithfulDogmata [4 PL, 65pts, -1CP]: 4. Litany of Enduring Faith, 5. Verse of Holy Piety, Relic: The Sigil Ecclesiasticus, Stratagem: Saint in the Making, Warlord Trait: Terrible Knowledge+ Fast Attack +Dominion Squad [4 PL, 80pts]. Dominion Superior. . Bolt Pistol & Boltgun. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolter. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolter. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolter. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolterDominion Squad [4 PL, 80pts]. Dominion Superior. . Bolt Pistol & Boltgun. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolter. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolter. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolter. Dominion w/ Special Weapon: Artificier-crafted storm bolterSeraphim Squad [4 PL, 90pts]. 2x Seraphim: 4x Bolt pistol, 2x Frag & Krak grenades. Seraphim Superior: Bolt pistol, Bolt pistol. Seraphim w/ Special Weapons: 2x Ministorum Hand Flamers. Seraphim w/ Special Weapons: 2x Ministorum Hand FlamersSeraphim Squad [4 PL, 90pts]. 2x Seraphim: 4x Bolt pistol, 2x Frag & Krak grenades. Seraphim Superior: Bolt pistol, Bolt pistol. Seraphim w/ Special Weapons: 2x Ministorum Hand Flamers. Seraphim w/ Special Weapons: 2x Ministorum Hand Flamers+ Heavy Support +Retributor Squad [6 PL, 130pts]: 2x Armourium Cherub. Retributor Superior. . Bolt Pistol & Boltgun. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Multi-melta. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Ministorum Heavy Flamer. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Ministorum Heavy Flamer. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Multi-meltaRetributor Squad [6 PL, 130pts]: 2x Armourium Cherub. Retributor Superior. . Bolt Pistol & Boltgun. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Multi-melta. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Ministorum Heavy Flamer. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Ministorum Heavy Flamer. Retributor w/ Heavy Weapon: Multi-melta+ Dedicated Transport +Sororitas Rhino [4 PL, 80pts]Sororitas Rhino [4 PL, 80pts]++ Fortification Network -1CP (Imperium - Adepta Sororitas) [4 PL, 80pts, 12CP] +++ Configuration +Battle Size [12CP]: 3. Strike Force (101-200 Total PL / 1001-2000 Points)+ Fortification +Battle Sanctum [4 PL, 80pts]++ Total: [98 PL, 7CP, 2,000pts] ++

An imprisoned drug kingpin offers a huge cash reward to anyone that can break him out of police custody, and only the L.A.P.D.'s Special Weapons and Tactics team can prevent it.

An imprisoned drug kingpin offers a huge cash reward to anyone that can break him out of police custody, and only the L.A.P.D.'s Special Weapons and Tactics team can prevent it.

A 22-year veteran of the FBI, he retired as the Supervisory Special Agent of the Houston Division’s Special Operations Group. During his career he supervised a number of investigative squads, including criminal enterprise and organized crime, a drug trafficking task force, a multi-agency intelligence group, as well as counter-terrorism, counter-intelligence and criminal investigations. He was also the Undercover Program Coordinator and Assistant SWAT Team leader and served as an investigator and case agent on a number of complex cases requiring sophisticated investigative techniques and undercover operations. As a case agent and Supervisory Special Agent, he successfully helped dismantle Colombian and Mexican Drug Cartel operations, as well as Asian and Russian Criminal Enterprises, receiving over twenty commendations for his exemplary efforts. He was a member of the FBI’s Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team and a firearms instructor and an international police instructor at the International Law Enforcement Academy in Bangkok, and at the Middle East Law Enforcement Academy, in Dubai. Get access to bonus segments with our guests: https://www.patreon.com/m/TheTeamHouse Team House merch: https://teespring.com/stores/my-store-10474963 Team House Discord: https://discord.gg/wHFHYM6 SubReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/ Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241 The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links): https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/ Intro music by https://www.youtube.com/user/RemixSample

We've all heard the old chestnut, "Write what you know." Few know their genre better than Gavin Reese. A long time law enforcement officer with training in Special Weapons and Tactics,  Narcotics,  Counter-Terrorism, and Dark Web investigations, Gavin brings a wheelbarrow full of real world experience to his writing, crafting thrillers that explore our inner conflict between good and evil.

We've all heard the old chestnut, "Write what you know." Few know their genre better than Gavin Reese. A long time law enforcement officer with training in Special Weapons and Tactics,  Narcotics,  Counter-Terrorism, and Dark Web investigations, Gavin brings a wheelbarrow full of real world experience to his writing, crafting thrillers that explore our inner conflict between good and evil. This is a copyrighted podcast @AuthorsontheAir Global Radio Network.

SAN ANTONIO - The future of the San Antonio Police Department is at stake, staring down Danny Diaz, the new president of the San Antonio Police Officers Association (SAPOA). On his first day on the job, Diaz went one-on-one with Randy Beamer about the critical timespan now facing SAPD. Diaz spelled out his number one priority - negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement that in recent years has turned into a bitter, messy battle with the City. The negotiations begin soon with the current CBA set to expire later this year. Diaz and Randy also talked about an attempt to remove these bargaining rights. Currently, there is a group trying to get these rights on the May ballot. Diaz says efforts like these are similar to the ‘Defund the Police' movement. Plus, Mayor Ron Nirenberg is up for re-election. Randy asked Diaz if the SAPOA will stay out of the race. And in answering, Diaz says there are other council districts that may get SAPOA's attention. Diaz became president of the San Antonio Police Officers Association on February 1, 2021. Prior, Diaz served for nearly 30 years with the San Antonio Police Department. During his tenure, Diaz served on South Patrol, in the Street Crimes Unit, and for 20 years as a member of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) unit. While executing a narcotics warrant in 2010, he was shot three times. For his service, he was awarded the Meritorious Conduct Award and the Purple Heart. He has also earned several merit awards for apprehensions. Contact Randy Beamer Phone: (210) 366-1151 Email: RBeamer@sbgtv.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/randybeamer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/randy.beamer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randybeamer

Greg Amundson has spent nearly twenty years in Military and Law Enforcement service to include details as a Special Weapons and Tactics Team Operator (SWAT) and Sniper in Santa Cruz County, a Captain in the United States Army, a Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on the Southwest Border and an Agent on the highly effective Border Enforcement Security Taskforce (BEST) Team. A former owner of the nation's first CrossFit gym, Greg has traveled around the world teaching functional fitness and self-mastery principles for over nineteen years. Greg is the founder of the CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Course and the CrossFit Law Enforcement Application Course. Greg is a Krav Maga Black Belt, Reserve Peace Officer, and Law Enforcement Chaplain in Santa Cruz. and is a five-time #1 bestselling author, and co-founder of Eagle Rise Publishing, which has produced numerous bestselling books. →IN THIS EPISODE... Greg shares his life journey and lessons learned throughout the way.  Greg explains his faith first philosophy, how he got into CrossFit, and various stories that shaped his life including how 

When police confront dangerous situations that threaten life and public safety they call in a team of dedicated and specially trained elite officers called SWAT. Special Weapons and Tactics. These are their stories. The SWAT Brothers podcast features stories from veteran SWAT Team officers about standoffs and takedowns from their careers. Retired Dallas SWAT Commander … Continue reading Dallas SWAT Stories From Drug Raids, Barricaded Suspects, And Standoffs Episode 1 →

A graduate of the University of California at Santa Cruz and Western Theological Seminary in San Jose, Greg Amundson has spent nearly twenty years in Military and Law Enforcement service to include details as a Special Weapons and Tactics Team Operator (SWAT) and Sniper in Santa Cruz County, a Captain in the United States Army, a Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on the Southwest Border and an Agent on the highly effective Border Enforcement Security Taskforce (BEST) Team. In addition to his extensive government work, Greg is recognized as a thought leader in the field of integrated wellness practices, and is a prolific author and speaker whose message has positively influenced the lives of thousands of spiritual seekers. A former owner of the nations first CrossFit gym, Greg has traveled around the world teaching functional fitness and self-mastery principles for over nineteen years. Greg is the founder of the CrossFit Goal Setting Trainer Course and the CrossFit Law Enforcement Application Course. Greg is a Krav Maga Black Belt, Reserve Peace Officer, and Law Enforcement Chaplain in Santa Cruz. Greg holds a Masters Degree from Western Theological Seminary and is a a five-time #1 bestselling author, and co-founder of Eagle Rise Publishing, which has produced numerous bestselling books. Connect with Greg at www.GregoryAmundson.com.

Greg Amundson is the the original Firebreather in the CrossFit community. Greg is also graduate of the University of California at Santa Cruz and Western Theological Seminary in San Jose, Greg Amundson has spent nearly twenty years in Military and Law Enforcement service to include details as a Special Weapons and Tactics Team Operator (SWAT) and Sniper in Santa Cruz County, a Captain in the United States Army, a Special Agent with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on the Southwest Border and an Agent on the highly effective Border Enforcement Security Taskforce (BEST) Team. In this episode, Greg gives the best advice we've ever heard when it comes to rep shavers at the box. Order his new book - STRENGTH TO LOVE: 12 Bible Lessons for Church Inside the Gym --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jason-ackerman/support

Darryl Bolke retired after 19.5 years as a full time officer from a Southern California police department where he also worked as the Firearms Instructor and Armorer for the Special Weapons and Tactics Team for 17 years. He participated in the investigation of over 75 officer involved shootings, assisting with the firearms portion of these investigations, and provided expert testimony in regards to firearms usage and police tactics in numerous court cases.  Bolke also developed and implemented a nationally recognized edged weapons policy and training program for law enforcement. He has trained with the best of the best, literally, and offers insight that can only come from years of training, and more importantly, years of real world experience combined with a rabid curiosity and appreciation of history. This conversation ranges from the development of the MARS Armament THUG pistol to the differences between sport shooting and use of force shooting, the importance of training and education, the good and the bad aspects of modern policing, and the not-so-obvious value of an 8-shot, .22 caliber revolver.

The Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Mohammed Adamu, has listed the requirements of officers to be trained in the new police tactical team to replace the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad as the training of selected officers for the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team begins today.The IG reassured Nigerians that no ex-SARS operatives have been shortlisted in the SWAT team.--- This episode is sponsored by · Afrolit Podcast: Hosted by Ekua PM, Afrolit shares the stories of multi-faceted Africans one episode at a time. https://open.spotify.com/show/2nJxiiYRyfMQlDEXXpzlZS?si=mmgODX3NQ-yfQvR0JRH-WASupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/newscast-africa/support

On Tuesday, October 13, the police announced that a new tactical team which is to be known as Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team, has been created to replace the disolved Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). All the same, in a press release delivered on Wednesday evening October 14, Frank Mba said no personnel from the disbanded SARS will be part of the new tactical team. He also disclosed that operatives in the tactical team are restricted from the indiscriminate and unlawful search of phones, laptops, and other smart devices. According to Mba, some of the important facts about the newly created tactical team include-No personnel of the defunct SARS will be selected to be part of the new TACTICAL team-Operations of the new TACTICAL team will ve strictly intelligence-driven-Members of the new TACTICAL team will by no means embark on routine patrols-Members of the new TACTICAL team are barred from the indiscriminate and unlawful search of phones, laptops, and other smart devices.-Operatives of the new TACTICAL team must be free of any pending disciplinary matter especially those touching on misuse of firearms and abuse of human rights. He pointed out that the sole responsibility of the new tactical team will be - Response to Robbery attacks-Response to scenes of weapon-related crimes-Rescue operations-Special operations involving high profile criminals

Inspector-General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, don set up Special Weapons and Tactics Team wey go replace the Special Anti-Robbery Squad wey dem bin don disband.

On this episode of By Any Means Necessary hosts Sean Blackmon and Jacquie Luqman are joined by Katie Miernicki, an organizer with the Philadelphia Liberation Center, to discuss the Philadelphia City Council considering banning “crowd control” weapons such as rubber bullets, tear gas and pepper spray, the violent police repression of protesters after the murder of George Floyd that led to demands to end the use of these weapons, the civil action lawsuit against the city's police department filed by 150 litigants that also contributed to pushing for the possible ban, and how the rise in armed civilians acting against the struggle for justice with police complicates efforts in the streets.In the second segment, Sean and Jacquie are joined by Kim Ives, editor of the English Section of Haiti Liberte, to discuss the Trump Administration extending preferential duty treatment for goods produced in the Caribbean Basin under the Caribbean Basin Economic Recovery Act (CBERA), the connection between the loss of jobs in the US South and the exploitation of Caribbean workers by the US garment industry, how the deal involves the US imperialist assault on Venezuela, the growing influence of the US military through its Southern Command - or Southcom - in the region, and the establishment of an electoral commission formed by Washington-backed Haitian president Jovenel Moise in Haiti.Sean and Jacquie are joined in the third segment by Abayomi Azikiwe, the editor of the Pan-African News Wire, to discuss the protests around and dissolution of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Nigeria, persistent issues of police brutality in the country and how people are rejecting President Mohammadu Buhari's newly organized Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) squad, for fears they may replicate the abuses of SARS.In the final segment Jacquie and Sean and joined by Dr. Dave Ragland, the Co-Executive Director of the Truth Telling Project, and Director of the Grassroots Reparations Campaign, to talk about religious politics and Trump SCOTUS pick, Amy Comey Barrett, the need for reparations and a liberatory faith and how US capitalism has been undemocratic and biased towards the wealthy from the very beginning of this country.

Chuck Becker is a retired Lieutenant from the Pomona Police Department. He worked for 30 years in law enforcement and has experience as a SWAT Commander. Chuck and I have umpired college baseball together over the years, but we also have a few connections that show just how small the world can be. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/15mph/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/15mph/support

Often the first responders to domestic violence scenes that range from puzzling to tragic, the job of law enforcement requires a range of skills to implement a spectrum of responses. We talk today with a veteran officer who specializes in domestic violence investigation and has dedicated his life’s work to confronting the crime that influenced his own life.Our guest today is Mark Wynn, 21-year member of the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department who served as Lieutenant to the Domestic Violence Division and as a member of the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team for fifteen years. A trainer, advocate and specialist in the field of domestic violence for law enforcement, Mark Wynn is the recipient of no less that 121 commendations and 51 awards for his work, including the 1995 National Improvement of Justice Award and the 1998 Nashvillian of the Year Award. Content warnings for this episode include: physical violence and abuse

This is also a video interview at https://youtu.be/vCGeW01W46o  Don Bentley spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot, and while deployed in Afghanistan was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with “V” device for valor. Following his time in the military, Don worked as an FBI special agent focusing on foreign intelligence and counterintelligence and was a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team member. Don has just released his debut novel "Without Sanction" which is flying off the shelves! In this interview we talk about being an "overnight sensation" and his experience in Operation Red Wings, a mission in Afghanistan that went sideways leading to the worst day in SEAL history up to that point. Don's Links Twitter: https://twitter.com/bentleydonb And don’t forget to support the podcast by subscribing for free, reviewing, and sharing.   New Livestream https://youtube.com/erichunley    Web: https://unstructuredpod.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/unstructuredp  Facebook: https://facebook.com/unstructuredp  Instagram: https://instagram.com/unstructuredp  Join the Facebook group: fb.com/groups/unstructured 

Growing up with both parents in law enforcement, Jeremy set out on a different career and ended up in Pre-Medicine. His roots brought him back to his inherent investigative talents and now fights fraud. After being a Crime Scene Analyst, School Resource Officer, SWAT member (Special Weapons and Tactics), he now fights fraud outside of Chicago.Jeremy gives advice that was given to him to help you be a better fraud fighter whether you are in law enforcement or in the private sector."Everyone deserves an answer" is one line towards the end of the interview that stood out to me in the interview that I now have written on my office wall.Connect with Jeremy Walton on Linkedin.Connect with host Matt Christensen on LinkedinSupport the show (http://patreon.com/fraudnotfrog)

Sifu Ed has studied a variety of martial arts for over 40 years, holding a black belt or equivalent rank and instructor’s certification in Jeet Kune Do, Savate, Muay Thai, Jiu-Jitsu, Karate and Kung Fu. He has competed in numerous full-contact competitions, including full-contact karate, kickboxing, Savate, Muay Thai and “no rules” tournaments.As a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles, he studies the effects of movement-based awareness training on children and adults to improve their ability to focus and learn more effectively. As a professor, he teaches mind/body connectivity through the study of movement in the Department of Theater, Film, and Television, as well as applied exercise science and Eastern philosophy. He is responsible for the physical conditioning of students on a department-wide basis.He has studied with many world-renowned Martial Arts Masters including Bruce Lee’s students Sifu Jerry Poteet and Guru Dan Inosanto. He was personally trained in Jeet Kune Do by Sifu Poteet, named by Inside Kung Fu magazine as “unquestionably the greatest Jeet Kune Do Instructor in the world.” He has also studied with many great Lamas, Gurus and teachers of Eastern philosophy and religion.Ed has also assisted instructing courses in defensive tactics for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Force Training Unit and has trained in Special Weapons and Tactics with DEA Mobile Enforcement Team II.He has privately trained many celebrities including Val Kilmer, John Malkovich, Alicia Silverstone, and Julianne Moore.AccoladesCertified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine as an athletic trainer, Ed was chosen one of America’s Top 100 Trainers by Men’s Journal magazine, and one of the top 5 in Los Angeles. In 2010 Ed was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame and voted “Martial Arts Leader of the Year.” https://ekata.net/team/sifu-ed-monaghan/ https://ekata.net/ https://www.jpjkd.com/ https://www.uclahealth.org/marc/ Music from https://filmmusic.io"Eastern Thought" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)grounddragonma.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/grounddragonma)

The past few weeks drastically changed the landscape of the world. While I am generally an optimist, it’s my belief that the next few weeks will continue to be a challenge for many. With that in mind, I have been reflecting on what I could do to help. The Intentional Performers Podcast has given me an amazing gift; a stronger connection to amazing people and expanded wisdom and knowledge. It’s my hope that the listeners have received this gift as well.  So, here’s my idea to help others during this time of uncertainty. I am creating a series of panel discussions with past podcast guests to help others learn, grow and take action to better their lives and careers. It’s my hope that the content will help people navigate some of their toughest challenges right now in a productive way. All panels will be recorded on Zoom and uploaded to YouTube so that as many people can have access to the content as possible. You can also go to this YouTube link to watch all the panels. Bios below for panelist participants.  Panel: Leading During Crisis David Cuthbert David began his career in Naval Special Operations after receiving his bachelor’s degree in economics from the United States Naval Academy. After nearly a decade of leading Special Operations teams around the world, David became the CEO of cloud-based technology companies in the private and public sectors. In these roles, David gained extensive experience in strategic business development, mergers and acquisitions, and organizational development. He then leveraged this experience in his five years of service as CEO of Wine To Water, an international organization providing clean water and disaster relief. He established offices on four continents, working in 30 countries, serving a million people globally. He did this by connecting individual and corporate philanthropic initiatives to impactful international development work.  Noticing the gap between companies’ intention to make an impact with their CSR program and their actual implementation inspired David to start Global Imprint. In this new endeavor, he combines his passions for team and leadership development and the empowerment of communities on a global scale. David is married with three kids and enjoys surfing and swimming. In his own community, he coaches youth soccer teams, so they too can make their mark on the world. Melissa Hyatt Chief Melissa R. Hyatt was sworn in as Baltimore County’s 14th Police Chief on June 17, 2019, bringing with her over 20 years of law enforcement experience with the Baltimore Police Department. While at the Baltimore Police Department, her assignments included Chief of Staff to the Police Commissioner, Chief of Patrol, Chief of the Special Operations Division, and Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT). In 2018, she retired at the rank of Colonel to accept a position of Vice President for Security for Johns Hopkins University and Johns Hopkins Medicine. Hyatt holds a Masters in Management Degree from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Delaware. She is a graduate of the 250th session of the FBI National Academy, and the Major Cities Chiefs Police Executive Leadership Institute (PELI). She has been honored with numerous awards and citations, and holds memberships in several professional organizations, including the Major Cities Chiefs Association and the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association. She is an enthusiastic supporter of Special Olympics and youth programs throughout the region. Chief Melissa R. Hyatt is a lifelong resident of Baltimore County. Brendan Tuohey Brendan Tuohey grew up in the Washington DC area and is a former Division I basketball player at Colgate University. Tuohey went on to found PeacePlayers. The goal of PeacePlayers is to use basketball as an entry point into areas of conflict so that people can truly begin to see each other as humans and develop empathy. PeacePlayers has operations in the Middle East, Northern Ireland, South Africa, Cyprus, and the US. In 2017, PeacePlayers partnered with Nike in Nike’s EQUALITY campaign in 2017 in an effort to build safer neighborhoods and improve relationships between police and the surrounding communities. Additionally, Beyond Sport has named Tuohey one of the 50 Most Influential People in Sport. Michael Signer Hon. Michael Signer, the award-winning former mayor of Charlottesville, Virginia, is a public scholar, executive, and practicing attorney. From 2016 to 2018, Signer served as mayor of Charlottesville, a AAA-bond-rated city of nearly fifty thousand. He has served as an executive and general counsel at a major Virginia technology firm, as counsel to governor Mark Warner of Virginia, as the national security director on the 2008 John Edwards presidential campaign, and as the chair of the Emergency Food Network in Virginia. He has been an instructor at the University of Virginia, Virginia Tech, and the University of California. He was a candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia in 2009 and has received senior appointments from three Virginia governors. In 2018, he founded and chaired Communities Overcoming Extremism, a bipartisan capacity-building project for leaders in the public and private sectors and the sponsor of the "Overcoming Extremism" podcast. He is the author of two previous books, Demagogue: The Fight to Save Democracy from Its Worst Enemies and Becoming Madison: The Extraordinary Origins of the Least Likely Founding Father. He has written opinion pieces and essays for The NewYork Times, The Atlantic, the Washington Post, Time, and Vox. His latest book CRY HAVOC: Charlottesville and American Democracy Under Siege is now on sale.

Don Bentley spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot, and while deployed in Afghanistan was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with “V” device for valor. Following his time in the military, Don worked as an FBI special agent focusing on foreign intelligence and counterintelligence and was a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team member. From 03/02/20.

On this episode, the Crew goes behind the scenes with Don Bentley. Don spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot, and while deployed in Afghanistan was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with "V" device for valor. Following his time in the military, Don worked as an FBI special agent focusing on foreign intelligence and counterintelligence and was a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team member. As if that wasn't enough, Don went on to write WITHOUT SANCTION, his fantastic debut featuring DIA operative Matt Drake.  “Sensationally good—I want more Matt Drake.”—Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author “Don Bentley's Without Sanction is seriously one of the most compelling debuts in recent memory. Brilliantly crafted and written, this book is a thoroughly riveting read and Don Bentley is an exciting new voice in the thriller world.”—Mark Greaney, New York Times bestselling author  “Without Sanction knocks it out of the park! His hard won wisdom and experience from time downrange grip the reader from the first page to the last. Sign me up for an early read of book two!”—Jack Carr, author of True Believer ORDER IT HERE:  https://www.amazon.com/Without-Sanction-Matt-Drake-Thriller/dp/1984805118   Don't forget to subscribe to the CREW's channel and leave a comment. And if you want to learn more about the guys from The Crew or see additional author interviews, visit us at http://www.thecrewreviews.com Follow us on social media: Twitter | https://twitter.com/CREWbookreviews Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thecrewreviews Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/thecrewreviews

Don Bentley joined The Protectors to talk about his upcoming book Without Sanction as well as his service as an Apache Pilot and FBI Agent.  About Don: Don Bentley spent a decade as an Army Apache helicopter pilot, and while deployed in Afghanistan was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and the Air Medal with “V” device for valor. Following his time in the military, Don worked as an FBI special agent focusing on foreign intelligence and counterintelligence and was a Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team member.https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2194923/don-bentleySHOUT OUT TO XBOX MATCHING DONATIONS TO O.S.D! https://weareosd.org/xbox-match/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

Dr. Dale Comstock is the Vice President for Intrepid Global Security Solution's, Inc. Critical Infrastructure Protection Division. Dale regularly works as a contract security specialist applying his skills and knowledge on myriad of security challenges around the world for various clients. Dale retired from the U.S. Army in August of 2001, after serving 5 years in the 3rd Special Forces Group (Green Beret) as the Senior NCO on an A-Team; 10 years with the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment - Delta (The Delta Force) as an assault Team Leader and Explosives Expert; he served 4 years with the 82nd Airborne Division as an Airborne Infantryman in a Long Range Reconnaissance Platoon; and he served 9 years as a Security Advisor in Afghanistan and Iraq in support of the Global War on Terror (GWOT). He has a Master of Arts Degree in Business and Organizational Security Management and a Post Graduate Degree in Alternative Medicines and Therapies. Since his retirement he has started several security companies specializing in nuclear, petrochemical, personal, and K-9 security. Additionally he is a teacher for Henley-Putnam University in San Jose, California where he teaches Psychology of Violence, Technical Surveillance, Area Study Analysis, and Special Weapons; he is the Military Tactical Advisor for Falchion Enterprises, Inc. Dale Comstock has studied the Martial Arts for 36 years. He has Black Belts in American Karate and Ju-Jitsu. Some of his achievements include: Professional Boxer; Tough Man Championships; Vale Tudo Championships; PKC Kick-boxing Championships.

Mike Doyle is an active Special Weapons and Tactics team member, known as S.W.A.T.  He also hosts a podcast called Tactical Tangents that delves into decision making, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork.  The mission of the S.W.A.T. team is to provide the police department with the capability to resolve high-risk situations.  Examples of their missions include hostage situations, barricaded suspects, high-risk search warrants and raids, VIP protection details, and counter-sniper.  S.W.A.T specialties include snipers, explosive breaching, chemical and less-lethal munitions, armored personal carrier operations, tactical medics, tactical robot operations, and entry specialists.Mike also works as a K9 handler, tactical medic and as a police firearms instructor.  In this podcast he goes into the S.W.A.T mentality, who thrives during the training, and what is like entering a barricaded building.  He also gives shooting tips for beginner and intermediate shooters.Also, I'm giving away the F-35 patch I've been flying with.You can win it by 1. Writing a review on iTunes, 2. subscribing to the show, and 3. sharing your favorite episode as a post on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.  Email me some proof at justin@professionalsplaybook.com or DM me @justinfighterpilot on facebook or instagram.If you've already written a review, thank you—it really means a lot—convince a friend to subscribe and share your favorite episode and that will be good enough.  Check out all the interviews at https://www.professionalsplaybook.comInstagram/ Facebook-- @justinfighterpilot

Retired agent Raymond Holcomb served in the FBI for nearly 22 years. His Bureau assignments involved espionage, counter-narcotics, national security, and Special Weapons and Tactics, and took him across America, the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Africa. In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review, Ray Holcomb discusses his FBI Counterterrorism post 9/11 responsibilities as the Section Chief of the FBI’s Operational Response Section which managed the FBI Fly Away/Rapid Deployment Team, the FBI’s Military Liaison/Detainee Unit and the National Joint Terrorism Task Force (NJTTF). The National JTTF Unit oversaw the operations and budget of nearly 60 state-based terrorism task forces. The Military Liaison/Detainee Unit oversaw agents detailed worldwide to Unified Combatant Commands and the FBI’s role in the interrogation of prisoners at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility. During the course of his career as a counterterrorism investigator, Ray established extensive relationships with foreign police and intelligence services and after retiring from the FBI, he worked for 8 years as a Strategic Planner with the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC); and for 4 years as a State of Delaware Homeland Security Advisor.  He currently serves as a consultant to the federal government on terrorism and other national security-related matters. Ray Holcomb is the author of Endless Enemies: Inside FBI Counterterrorism in which he writes about leading the FBI’s elite cadre of counterterrorism agents who were at the helm of every major post-9/11 investigation.

Retired agent Raymond Holcomb served in the FBI for nearly 23 years. His Bureau assignments involved espionage, counter-narcotics, national security, and Special Weapons and Tactics, and took him across America, the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Africa. In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review, Ray Holcomb discusses FBI hero and legend John O’Neill and working in Yemen with fellow agent Ali Soufan on the USS Cole bombing and 9/11 investigations. Both O’Neill and Soufan are featured in the Hulu TV series The Looming Tower. While assigned to the New York Office, Ray Holcomb was appointed Commander of the 50 member FBI New York SWAT team. Under his leadership, the team assumed an expanded role and, in addition to regular involvement in high-risk domestic arrests, the team provided overseas security and enhanced investigative capability for FBI teams deploying in response to terrorist attacks involving U.S. citizens. Post 9/11, he was selected by then Director Mueller to stand up a new counterterrorism unit named the FBI Fly Away/Rapid Deployment Team. During the course of his career as a counterterrorism investigator, Ray established extensive relationships with foreign police and intelligence services and after retiring from the FBI, he worked for 8 years as a Strategic Planner with the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC); and for 4 years as a State of Delaware Homeland Security Advisor.  He currently serves as a consultant to the federal government on terrorism and other national security-related matters. Ray Holcomb is the author of Endless Enemies: Inside FBI Counterterrorism in which he writes about leading the FBI’s elite cadre of counterterrorism agents who were at the helm of every major post-9/11 investigation.

Mr. O'Connor's areas of expertise; law enforcement, Special Weapons and Tactics, drug, vice and organized crime and the training of police canines among others that are complimented by his over twenty five years of Law Enforcement service. Mr. O'Connor served a six year enlistment in the US Army where he was assigned to Aberdeen Proving Grounds, and Yuma Proving Grounds. He then was re-assigned to Germany where he was assigned to a protection detail for General James R. Allen, the Deputy Commander and Chief of the Allied Forces in Europe. After serving in the military, Mr. O'Connor went back to his home state of Delaware and joined the Wilmington Department of Police. While with the department, Mr. O'Connor performed various duties with different divisions such as: Patrol Division, Mounted Division, Drug, Vice and Organized Crime Division, Office of Special Operations, Special Weapons and Tactics and Community Policing Division.

Balaam began his career as a property clerk assigned to the Washoe County Detention Facility in 1993. From 1994 onward, he served as a Deputy Sheriff, working in Sheriff’s Office Operations, Administration, and Detention Bureau, earning all ranks up to that of Chief Deputy of the Operations Bureau. During his career, he was honored to have commanded the Special Weapons and Tactics Team, Hostage Negotiations Team, Detention Response Team, K9 Unit, Motors Unit, Search and Rescue, RAVEN (Aviation Unit), Northern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center, Northern Nevada Regional Intelligence Center and Regional Bomb Squad.

Chief Melissa Hyatt has blended emotional intelligence with a fierce drive to become one of the highest ranking police officers in Baltimore. Even though she is diminutive in size, she never let that or her gender serve as an excuse for not achieving what she wanted to achieve. She credits valuing empathy and persistence as the reason that she's been able to get to where she is today--the highest ranking female in her agency. Melissa joined the Baltimore Police Department in 1997. Her previous assignments include Chief of Staff to the Police Commissioner, Chief of Patrol, Area Commander, District Commander of the Central District, Executive Officer of the Southeastern District, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT), District Patrol (Northwestern, Southwestern, and Northeastern), and Citywide Operations. In her current role as Chief of the Special Operations Division, she commands the Tactical Section, the Communications Section, and Headquarters and City Hall Security. In this conversation we talk about humility, leadership, grit, and what is required of people who serve our communities. You can follow Melissa on Twitter (@ChiefMHyattBPD) and check out the work she does with the Polar Bear Plunge to raise money for the Special Olympics. Thanks for listening! --Brian  

Episode 75 brings Blue, Green, Mel, and returning special guest co-host PurpleChimera to explore the available lore that we have about the current Special weapons with the Exotic classification. The team dives into the 15 weapon cards - with a few deviations from Blue (surprise!) to break up the highly entertaining chatter. Be sure to check out this week's mindmp for information and trivia (again, huge thank you to RYNO-666 for helping compile everything on that for these items)!   As usual, thank you again for giving our ramblings a listen! Please be sure to let us know how we're doing over on iTunes or through the below email.   Contact Info Email: FocusedFireChat@gmail.com Twitter: @FocusedFireChat Facebook: /FocusedFireChat Instagram: @FocusedFireChat   Guest Contact Info Purple on Twitter (link) Ishtar Collective Podcast (link) Rabbit Hole Radio on Twitter (link) DestinyLoreCast on Twitter (link) Please be sure to also check out the other podcasts in the Guardian Radio Network!   Exotic Special Weapons Map   Other Lore Resources Ishtar-Collective r/DestinyLore r/TheCryptarchs

David DuBois- Is taking time away from the business world as he is fighting Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). It is an aggressive cancer which was caused by my drinking contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina while serving in the Marine Corps.  USMC 1984 – 1995 (11 years) It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. Traveled to over 22 coutries. Activities to include: - Providing security for Top Secret areas and Special Weapons.- Marine Amphibious Unit - Special Operations Capable- Marine Air/Ground Task Force where I was the first Fastrope Master to utilize the fastrope in a combat situation.- Selected for Marine Enlisted Commissioning Program- Led Marines in Norther Iraq during first Gulf War- Member of Inspector-Instructor Staff Michael Broderick- The path of actor Michael Broderick has been a satisfying one. Served in the Marines from 1986-1990. Michael's on-camera career is off and running with roles on many television shows such as The Mentalist, Criminal Minds, Justified and others, having had a four year run as the voice of Pennzoil, multiple national spots for McDonalds and other radio and TV spots as well as roles in high profile video games like Medal of Honor: Warfighter.  As an advocate, Michael is active in both the veteran and autism communities. He currently sits on the Board of Directors of both Veterans in Film & Televison and GallantFew. He also co-founded, along with his wife Dana Commandatore, RethinkingAutism.com, a website dedicated to improving the lives of autistic people.

SWAT- Hostage Rescue is not for the weak at heart. Life and death is the reality of our job. Mistakes are unacceptable. Perfection in every aspect is trained upon and expected. Welcome to our world. But is that the whole story? Now, as a Police Officer I wanted to take my tactics to the next level and become what we call: "A Ten Percenter." Those Officers who are considered the top 10% cop of the entire profession. Not just a street level patrol officer, but one who hones their skills to perfection. That dream would be with the Kalamazoo SWAT Team. In particular, a Hostage-Rescue Operator. Where no mistakes can be afforded. Listen to how YOU can become a SWAT Cop and what my life was like on our team. It's not for the faint at heart. If you want to be who the Cops call when they need help then your mission is be a SWAT COPPER! Always follow your dreams and enjoy this chapter from Out of the Darkness and Into the Blue. Available in paperback, kindle, and audiobook from Amazon.com, Barnesandnoble.com, iTunes.com, roberttodd.com

Dr. Jonathan Hansen is the founder and President of World Ministries International a non-denominational organization. Dr. Hansen is a fourth generation Christian, a fourth generation ordained minister, and a third generation missionary. He currently holds a Doctorate of Theology (D.Th.) and Honorary Doctorate of Divinity (D.Div.). He is currently ordained with the Independent Assemblies. Dr. Hansen has studied and worked in the military and Law Enforcement and is a Specialist in Air Force Ground Defense, Sniper Training, Special Weapons and Tactics as well as Advanced Special Weapons and Tactics from The Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission. He joins Sheila to discuss the rumblings in the middle east, the most dangerous religion in the world and the battle lines that have been drawn and what Christians can do in this fight.