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Manny, a former Fresno PD officer and undercover narcotics detective, shares his remarkable journey from Mexican immigrant working in agricultural fields to infiltrating drug cartels and conducting high-stakes operations in the dangerous world of narcotics trafficking.
• Born in Zacatecas, Mexico, Manny immigrated to the US at age four and began working in agricultural fields at age 10
• Parents instilled...
Former Army veteran Ernie Mariscal shares his powerful journey from troubled youth to military service and his struggle with PTSD after combat deployment.
• Growing up in Brawley, California and dropping out of school at 16 to live on the streets
• Finding direction after a life-threatening encounter with a gunman at a drug house
• Joining the Army in 1991 and experiencing the culture shock of basic t...
Kenny's journey from a 36-year-old fiberglass factory worker to a respected Lieutenant in the California Department of Corrections reveals the dangerous reality behind prison walls and the moral challenges facing those who work there.
Walking the toughest yards at SADF Corcoran, Kenny witnessed firsthand the violence that defines level 4 maximum-security units. His candid account of firing warning shots ...
Alex shares his remarkable 24-year career with the US Border Patrol, including his experiences with dangerous bandits, cartel operations, and cross-border cooperation with Mexican authorities. His journey from a young recruit to internal affairs special agent reveals the complex, often violent reality of America's border regions.
• Growing up in East Los Angeles and finding direction through law enforcem...
Rupert Francis shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Jamaica as the son of a politician to finding his way in America through gang life, incarceration, and ultimately finding purpose through fatherhood and personal growth.
• Born in Ocho Rios, Jamaica where his father was a Speaker of the House for the Jamaican Labor Party
• Fled Jamaica at age 7 after men attempted to kidnap his sister
• R...
Valerie, a former correctional officer from Central California Women's Facility (CCWF), shares her journey from personal tragedy to a career in corrections and reveals the shocking deterioration of safety and security in the women's prison system.
• Personal experience with her father's incarceration inspired her career choice
• Started as a substance abuse counselor before becoming a full ...
Angel Cortez shares his incredible journey from growing up in Southern California as the first American-born in his Mexican immigrant family to becoming an Army Ranger and eventually founding a tactical training company.
• Being raised in low-income neighborhoods around Orange County while skateboarding provided community during frequent moves
• Experiencing 9/11 as a sixth-grader and feeling an immediate...
Former correctional deputy Kelly shares her journey from San Jose to San Luis Obispo County jail, revealing the challenges and realities of working in corrections during significant policy changes. Her candid account provides insight into the demands of maintaining order and safety within county facilities while navigating political pressures and system-wide transformations.
• Command presence and communicati...
Former CDCR Lieutenant Alex Duran shares his journey from county jail deputy to prison leadership, offering an unfiltered look at the realities of correctional work and the mental toll it takes on officers.
• Started career at Kern County Detention in 2012 during AB-109 implementation when state inmates flooded county facilities
• Transitioned to CDCR and witnessed Valley State Prison's conversion fr...
What does it take to become an effective police officer in today's complex world? Former narcotics officer Daryl takes us behind the badge, revealing the psychological chess match between law enforcement and criminal elements that most civilians never see.
Daryl's journey began after a baseball career-ending injury forced him to pivot his life plans. Growing up in an area regularly patrolled by law ...
From the tough streets of East St. Louis to the elite ranks of Navy SEALs and onto entrepreneurial success, Ty Smith's life journey embodies resilience in its truest form. Growing up without a father but with a police officer mother who kept him accountable, Ty found his calling at just 12 years old after watching "Navy SEALs" starring Charlie Sheen. That moment planted a seed that would guide him throu...
Former Mendocino County Sheriff's Deputy Trent James shares raw, unfiltered stories from his time policing one of California's most remote and challenging regions as a resident deputy with backup an hour away.
• Growing up rebellious in Mendocino County before becoming a probation officer and later a deputy
• Life as a resident deputy in an isolated community with limited resources and communica...
What does it take to transform from a troubled teen selling drugs on the streets to an elite Green Beret conducting high-risk missions in Afghanistan's deadliest provinces? Terry's story isn't just about combat—it's about the profound evolution of a man's understanding of purpose, leadership, and what true strength really means.
Terry pulls back the curtain on his blue-collar upbringi...
When Cynthia walked away from her thriving nail salon business at 36 years old to become a correctional officer, she wasn't chasing adrenaline or power – she was seeking stability for her young daughter. What followed was a 17-year journey through California's prison system that tested her resilience, professionalism, and humanity in ways she never anticipated.
From her first days at Salinas Valley ...
Caesar shares his remarkable journey from being born in Mexico to becoming a U.S. Marine and later an ICE agent, before ultimately retiring when faced with the COVID vaccine mandate that contradicted his personal convictions.
• Growing up poor and constantly moving throughout California shaped his quiet personality and strong work ethic
• Joined the Marine Corps at 18 despite initial hesitation and was st...
Josiah shares his decade of experience working in three different prison systems: Texas, Colorado, and the Federal Bureau of Prisons, providing crucial insights for new correctional officers and surprising revelations about the realities of prison work.
• Navigating the complex dynamics between staff members is often more challenging than handling inmates
• Only experienced three uses of force in a decade...
Gio Martini takes us deep inside the federal prison system, sharing raw stories from his time as a CO at USP Victorville and how his anonymous Instagram account ultimately cost him his career.
• Former Army infantry soldier who transitioned to corrections after being turned down by police departments
• Worked first in private ICE detention before joining the Federal Bureau of Prisons
• Explains the c...
We sit down with Juan, a combat veteran who served with the 126th Infantry (Blue Spaders) during the Iraq War Surge. Born in Nicaragua and raised in Oakland during the crack era, Juan shares his journey from teenage troublemaker to decorated infantryman.
• From stealing cars in Oakland to being sent to live on an active volcano in Nicaragua as punishment
• Joining the Army after 9/11 and deploying to Bagh...
John, a veteran turned police officer, shares his incredible journey of resilience and leadership through military service and law enforcement. He emphasizes the importance of camaraderie, integrity, and personal growth while navigating the complexities and hurdles of each profession.
• Growing up in Oxnard and making the decision to join the Army
• Experiences in basic training shaping his mindset
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Former San Diego police officer and cold case detective Lori takes us on a riveting journey through her law enforcement career, revealing insights into the world of crime-solving that few have experienced firsthand. Growing up in a family with deep NYPD roots, Lori chose the sunny climes of San Diego to launch her career, and her stories from the Central Division and Logan Heights demonstrate the power of community-fo...
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