Jay is with me to discuss 2 line of duty deaths we had in our department long ago; different in their details, but each impactful.  RIP Lt. Bradshaw and Ofc. Hawk, God bless.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #056, Happy to be Here Proud to Serve

All things Mexico is the topic for this episode - border, drugs, kidnapping, cartels, control of the country - from the perspective of a couple retired cops who dealt first hand with every aspect.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #055, Plata O Plomo

A "routine" noise complaint turns into an odds defying deadly force encounter for my friend Ross, who joins me for this episode.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #054, 3 Clicks

An armed robbery starts a chain of events ending with two men dead, one being an officer from a neighboring agency.  RIP Officer Snedigar, and God bless your family, Sir.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #053, End of Watch

Second part with Brian, a continuation of our discussion about his experiences working undercover.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #052, B Sucio, Part 2

Another 2 part series, I got Brian back in with me to tell some stories from his days working undercover, buying drugs, outwitting criminals, and maybe playing the part too well.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #051, B Sucio, Part 1

The second part of this 2-part series, Jay and I continue the discussion with 2 more police involved shooting incidents that have attracted so much attention.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #050, Why, part 2

During this 2-part series, Jay and I discuss four recent police involved shooting incidents that have caused so many people to reach out to us with questions.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #049, Why, part 1

Police and Fire are both public safety jobs, but so different.  Greg is with me to discuss his unique experiences having worked both Police and Fire careers; the differences, similarities, and a story or two.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #048, Double Dipper

Working a career in both law enforcement and private investigations, you see the beginning, middle and end results of an arrest.  Jay and I discuss what happens after the arrest, and things that are important to know . . . just in case.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #047, You Got Arrested, Now What

Working undercover is one of the most challenging and exciting assignments there is.  And like many law enforcement jobs, often misunderstood, even by other cops.  Jay and I talk about our time working UC, and give our perspectives and thoughts.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #046, NOT Donnie Brasco

Over the years, some of our more interesting PI clients have been professional athletes.  Jay and I discuss the problems unique to them, things that we've learned, and a few specific cases.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #045, Unsportsmanlike Conduct

John's story starts with a guy looking to save his own neck.  There was a bit of "snitchin'" going on, culminating with a guy getting killed just to make sure he couldn't.  Drugs may have played a minor role in this one.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #044, The Hips Dont Lie

"Stripper Sisters, Drugs & Murder", according to Rolling Stones magazine.  This was a multi-faceted case that garnered national attention.  Jay relates the details for this strange story, part of which involved a horrific murder contrasted with the beauty of the murder scene.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #043, Fossil Creek

Amazing how greed can corrupt even those we like to think would be above it.  Another Jay story about a group of men trying to recoup their money after a bad investment, and how far they're willing to go to get it back.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #042, Collecting For Joseph

Retired homicide investigator John is back with a story that starts with blood on the floor of a motel room, initially explained away with a ridiculous explanation.  I even learn something new from this one, still not sure I believe it.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #041, No Catfish For You

Jay calls on a Sunday afternoon with a story about a body in a barrel . . . and not in a funny way.  We talk a little about private investigations work, then unwind the story.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #040, Body In A Barrel

In seconds, a search warrant spins into a hostage situation with a heavily armed, tweaked out suspect . . . and it doesn't end well.  Jay and I were both out on this SWAT callout, but his role was far more demanding and intense.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #039, Acapulco

A single mother's fateful decision to hang out at a Hells Angels clubhouse is the basis for this episode.  Even though retired, Jay played an indispensable role in this controversial homicide investigation.

I Barely Got Here - Ep #038, Drop Off

An armed robbery goes down at a restaurant in Phoenix, but it happens the morning after it was supposed to.  And we know who did it.  Jay and I recount a serial robbery investigation where despite all the hard work and investigative tools brought to bear, no one was ever arrested.

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