Cop Talk with Kevin Schroeder & Ed Mamet
Talking Crime, Cases, and Backing the Blue, any and all stories have no filter! From those who have protected and served, here is Cop Talk with retired NYPD First Grade Detective Kevin Schroeder & Captain Ed Mamet.
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On this episode of Cop Talk, Kevin Schroeder honors the life and legacy of his late friend and co-host, Captain Ed Mamet, remembering his impact on the NYPD. Kevin is joined by retired Sergeant Rory Capra and political consultant Hank Sheinkopf for a conversation on New York City’s changing political landscape, Mamdani’s leadership, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, concerns over city pensions, the proposed Halo Law, NYPD staffing and...
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On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by retired NYPD Sergeant Rory Capra and David Giordano to break down some of the most controversial cases impacting law enforcement today. The discussion dives into the outrage surrounding Detective Jonathan Diller’s killer being acquitted on top charges, the conviction of Sergeant Eric Duran, and what these rulings mean for police morale across New York City. The guys also react to the Gr...
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On this episode Kevin Schroeder sits down with actor Steven Randazzo, a New York City native with decades of experience in film, television, and stand-up comedy. Steven shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from working alongside legends like Robert De Niro, Robin Williams, and Al Pacino, along with his journey from the Lower East Side to nearly 60 film appearances. The conversation takes a deeper turn as Steven opens up abou...
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April 8, 2026 • 43 mins
On this episode, Kevin Schroeder sits down with former LAPD and Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department veteran Jimmy Amormino. With over four decades in law enforcement, Jim shares unforgettable stories from patrolling Hollywood Boulevard, working gang units, surviving a near-fatal crash, and handling high-profile moments like the OJ Simpson trial. The conversation also dives into real-world policing challenges, media influence on invest...
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On this episode, Kevin Schroeder hosts a powerful roundtable with Rory Capra, David Giordano, and Peter Panucchio. The group discusses the tragic murder of Detective Jonathan Diller, the repeated failures of the justice system, rising terror concerns in New York City, and the growing public safety challenges facing law enforcement. Drawing from decades of firsthand experience, the panel delivers a direct and unfiltered conversation...
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On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by active NYPD Sergeant Kevin Keenan of the Harbor Unit and president of the NYPD Emerald Society, along with familiar voices from Central Park Community Affairs. Sgt. Keenan shares his path from growing up in Marine Park, Brooklyn, to working on tugboats and eventually building a long career in the NYPD, including his years in transit, patrol, and the Harbor Unit. The conversation also di...
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On this episode of Cop Talk, Kevin Schroeder is joined by retired Sergeant Peter Panuccio, Lieutenant Rory Capra, and retired NYPD officer Dave Giordano for a roundtable discussion on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. The panel breaks down the investigation from a law enforcement perspective, examining crime scene handling, canvassing procedures, the Walmart backpack and holster, ransom emails, DNA questions, and whether this cas...
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On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-host retired Manhattan DA investigator Judy Newton for a conversation with retired NYPD First Grade Detective Mike Sapraicone, who looks back on joining the job in 1980, rising through Transit and the NYPD, and what it took to earn the First Grade shield. He shares stories from Midtown, narcotics, and anti-crime, and explains how old-school interviews, informants, and squad cul...
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February 4, 2026 • 40 mins
On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-host retired Manhattan DA investigator Judy Newton for a deep dive into New York City’s most intense crime years with former Manhattan ADA and Chief of Rackets Michael Scotto. Scotto shares what it was like entering the DA’s Office in 1989 during the height of the crack epidemic, when felony drug arrests and violent crime were at historic levels. He explains how prosecutors and...
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January 21, 2026 • 37 mins
On this episode, Kevin Schroeder sits down with Retired Lieutenant Paul Page of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department for an in-depth conversation on his career in one of America’s most unique law enforcement agencies. Paul shares his journey from New York to Las Vegas, patrol on the Strip, work in organized crime and criminal intelligence, casino security operations, major cases, and crime trends in the city, as well as his...
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On this episode of Cop Talk, host Detective Kevin Schroeder is joined by retired NYPD veterans Peter Panuccio, Rory Capra, and David Giordano to discuss the new mayor’s relationship with Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, recent NYPD officer-involved shootings, anti-police rhetoric from City Hall, and the impact of protest politics on law enforcement. The panel also breaks down manpower shortages, retirement age issues, specialized...
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December 3, 2025 • 50 mins
On this episode, Detective Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-host Joe Diamond as they sit down with retired NYPD Detective Second Grade Keith O'Palick, a 24-year veteran and author of Selfish Party. Keith shares how he landed in the NYPD, his experience policing Chinatown during 9/11, major cases from Midtown North, and his work on cold cases at the Manhattan DA’s Office. He also breaks down the inspiration behind his new book....
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November 19, 2025 • 47 mins
On this episode, Kevin and Ed sit down with retired DEA Special Agent Lewis Rice Jr. to revisit a 26-year career on the front lines of the war on drugs. From undercover work in New York and Miami during the height of the cartel era, to serving as the youngest Special Agent-in-Charge of the DEA’s flagship New York office, Rice shares true stories from high-stakes narcotics investigations, international operations and major takedowns...
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November 5, 2025 • 38 mins
On this episode, Captain Ed Mamet and retired Sergeant Peter Panuccio speak with Hank Sheinkopf about crime in New York, prosecutors who refuse to prosecute, the loss of qualified immunity, and why so many experienced officers are retiring. They explain what happens if a new administration weakens the NYPD, how it affects everyday New Yorkers, and why public safety is at real risk.
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On this episode, Kevin and Ed talk with retired NYPD Sergeant Jack Cucci, whose remarkable career took him from Wall Street to the NYPD’s Housing and Intelligence Divisions. Jack shares how he left finance to serve the city, his firsthand experience on 9/11, and his work in counterterrorism operations that helped keep New York safe. He also discusses his coffee company “Pour the Finest,” created to give back to police charities, an...
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On this episode, Kevin and Ed speak with Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis about crime, bail reform, and the state of public safety in New York City. Nicole shares her personal story as a lifelong New Yorker with Greek and Cuban roots, her path from Staten Island to Congress, and her fight to restore law and order. She discusses her legislative work on 9/11 compensation, tax relief for seniors, and restoring the SALT deduction. The ...
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On this episode, Kevin and Ed speak to Charlie Ferrante, a former New York City correction officer who went on to serve as Chief Deputy in Lee County, Florida. Charlie shares his remarkable journey from Rikers Island to the Florida Sheriff’s Office, detailing how policing and corrections differ between New York and the South. He opens up about life-changing experiences on the job, adapting to new challenges, and the importance of i...
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October 8, 2025 • 42 mins
On this episode, Kevin and Captain Ed talk with former Manhattan Assistant District Attorney Diana Florence, who is running as an independent candidate for Manhattan DA. They discuss her 25-year career in the DA’s office, her mission to restore public safety and rebuild trust in law enforcement, and her plan to rescind Alvin Bragg’s day one memo. Florence explains how she would recruit top prosecutors, hold repeat offenders account...
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September 24, 2025 • 58 mins
On this episode, Kevin and Ed welcome back Supreme Court Judge Richard Weinberg and retired NYPD Sergeant Pete Panucci for a hard-hitting conversation on America’s escalating political violence following the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk. Judge Weinberg warns about the dangers of ideological extremism, the failure of universities to uphold true free speech, and the erosion of law and order in New York City. The discussion ...
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September 18, 2025 • 44 mins
On this episode, Kevin and Ed welcome back Maud Maron, the Republican candidate for Manhattan District Attorney, for an in-depth conversation about the future of public safety in New York City. Maud shares her journey from longtime public defender to education advocate and now candidate for DA, explaining why she left the Democratic Party after decades to take on Alvin Bragg. She discusses her opposition to defunding the police, he...
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