Your Leo Nation
Retired California Highway Patrol Chief Mark Garrett is launching the “Your Leo Nation Podcast” to shine positive light on the law enforcement community and dispel media-driven narratives about this noble profession.
Episodes
Sheriff Bianco's Bold Blueprint for California: Addressing Crime, Homelessness, and Education.
Riverside County, California Sheriff Chad Bianco has been a massive force for positive change within his agency.
After three decades of public service in law enforcement, he now has his sights set on bringing that same type of change to the State of California.
Sheriff Bianco has announced his candidacy for California Governor. The Sheriff...
The massive security breach surrounding the firebombing of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro"s residence should be a warning to law enforcement agencies throughout the country that systems, training and procedures must be followed. What went wrong at the governor's mansion on April 13th?
Marcelo Arrue, a seasoned law enforcement officer, with years of specialized training and experience in personal and site security joins us to of...
In 2024, the democrats suffered a devasting presidential election loss. Two of the top issues were immigration and border security. Now we have a U.S. Senator from Maryland making every effort to return an illegal alien gang member to the United States after being deported to his home country of El Salvador. Is this the political hill democrats really want to die on?
Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva discusses his new book, "Sheriff, Holding The Thin Blue Line In A Deep Blue State."
If you have not read this book, you don't know Alex Villanueva and his incredible path en route to becoming a change agent for the largest sheriff's department in the nation. On this episode he provides insight to not only the challenges he faced, but the tremendous successes he realized during his t...
Surviving the Miami FBI Shootout: Ed Mireles' Story of Perseverance and Bravery
Join us for an extraordinary episode of Your LEO Nation as retired chief Mark Garrett interviews former FBI Special Agent Ed Mireles, the hero of the Miami FBI Shootout on April 11, 1986.
Discover the riveting details of the day Ed and his team faced two of the most dangerous criminals in American history.
How did they end up in a five-minute gun battle...
Did an LAPD Officer shoot and kill a 911 caller because the caller was a "trans sex worker?" One certainly might get that impression depending on what headline you read. Take a look and decide for yourself.
Former Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva joins us to discuss the unprecedented federal prosecution of LASD Deputy Trevor Kirk for his use of pepper spray while arresting a non compliant robbery suspect. Villanueva also sheds light on the complete failure of the same department’s computer aided dispatch (CAD) system and provides details of his attempts to upgrade the system, but was met with deaf ears by the Los Angeles Cou...
The recent Southern California fires were the most devastating and costly in United States history. At least 29 people lost their lives in the catastrophe. However, the number of lives saved by unsung heroes in law enforcement and other emergency services is in the hundreds and possibly thousands. Two of those heroes are Corporal Barry Glockson and Officer Pedro Sanchez of the Pasadena Police Department. They share their recollecti...
Inside the CIA: Exposing Corruption and Rebuilding America's Intelligence Join retired chief Mark Garrett as he welcomes former CIA operations officer Sam Faddis to Your Leo Nation. They discuss in depth the internal corruption of the CIA, the Trump administration's recent buyout offer to CIA employees, and the steps needed to rebuild effective human intelligence. They also touch on significant topics like DOJ terminations, the pol...
Relevant, ongoing training is essential to achieving the goal of producing and maintaining the highest level of professionalism and effectiveness in law enforcement. Hamilton Township, Ohio Chief of Police Scott Hughes joins Your Leo Nation to discuss his substantial experience in training cadets, officers, and law enforcement leaders across the country.
Check out Scott's article here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/real-high-stakes...
Both President Trump and former President Biden have recently made substantial use of the Constitutional authority to grant pardons. Have they used the authority fairly and ethically? Should "J6'rs" be pardoned? Should Joe Biden's family and friends be immune from prosecution for crimes they have not even been charged with? I'll dive into this topic and give you the facts and my opinion on Your Leo Nation.
Women in Law Enforcement: Conversations with Veteran Officers
Join the retired Chief Mark Garrett on 'Your Leo Nation' as he sits down with veteran law enforcement officers Wendy Hahn, a former California Highway Patrol officer, and Jonna Wiltshire, a former Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy. In this episode, they address viewer feedback and share their experiences, overcoming biases, training challenges, and their unique journeys...
Dissecting the Los Angeles Fire Crisis: Accountability & Leadership Join retired Chief Mark Garrett and retired DEA Special Agent Bill Bodner as they delve deep into the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County. They discuss the systemic failures, analyze the policies, and debate with local leadership to uncover why these fires reached catastrophic levels. Don't miss their insights on the insurance dilemmas, local and state gove...
2024 Recap: Election Chaos, Kamala's Collapse, and Trump's Comeback In this episode, we dissect the tumultuous start of 2025 and reflect on the explosive events of 2024, Join us as we dive into Kamala Harris's challenges, the demise of George Gascon, and the historic comeback of Donald Trump.
In-Depth Look at Air Operations: Conversations with Seasoned CHP Pilots Join Mark Garrett, retired chief of Your Leo Nation, for an inside look at the specialized world of air operations with the California Highway Patrol. With special guests, pilots Jordan Van Meter and Vince Bell, you'll hear fascinating stories and insights about their careers, including the evolution of technology, the pressures of navigating complex airspaces,...
There's nothing to see here, or so we were told by the media and local law enforcement in Auroa, Colorado as we saw gang members terrorize an apartment complex. Now, several months later, they've changed their tune after the same gang kidnapped and tortured residents of that vary apartment complex. Why were we lied to?
Another heinous school shooting, this time by a young girl in Madison, Wisconsin. The police chief tells us scho...
Retired NYPD Detective Darrin Porcher joins Your Leo Nation to provide his insight into the Daniel Penny case. He shares his thoughts about the incident, law enforcement investigation, criminal charges and trial. Darrin also shares his predictions for the political fate of Alvin Bragg and other radical D.A.'s around the country.
Daniel Penny was just acquitted on all chargers in the death of Jordan Neely. Although there is nothing in Penny's past, or doing the encounter with Neely that indicates racial bias, he and the "system" are being deemed racist by some pundits and "social justice" advocates. Anthony Jackson and I give you our thoughts. We'd love to hear yours.
It has been over 100 years since the first woman was sworn in as a police officer in the United States. From that day forward, there have been those who believe women should not be cops, specifically in an enforcement capacity. What do you think? Join Officer Marcelo Arrue and me as we discuss video of a female state trooper in a fight for her life and what is says about woman in law enforcement.
The incoming Trump administration has vowed to deport of millions of illegal immigrants from the United States.
Thousands of these individuals have committed serious crimes against our citizens including assault, kidnapping, rape, and murder. Yet, many governors and mayors of "sanctuary" states and cities have promised not to assist federal authorities in the identification and apprehension of people who have no right to reside in ...
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