Corey 's Corner

Send us Fan Mail For decades, Wayne Preston Harris and Elliot T. Boyce, Sr. dedicated their careers to protecting communities, building trust, and leading within law enforcement. Combined, they bring more than 70 years of public safety experience to one of today’s most controversial public policy issues, the rise of illegal and unauthorized vaping products in America. In this special episode of Co...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a paintbrush becomes a tool for healing, leadership, and community transformation? On this episode of Corey’s Corner , host Corey Pegues retired NYPD executive sits down with Kenny Altidor, Haitian-American mural artist, community advocate, former Brooklyn Ambassador, and former New York City Council candidate for a powerful conversation about purpose, perseveran...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a young Black man from Brownsville, Brooklyn, who was arrested at 16, grows up to become one of the NYPD’s most accomplished detectives? In this powerful episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD Detective First Grade Harold Thomas shares his extraordinary journey from the streets of Brownsville, Bedford-Stuyvesant, and East New York to serving nearly 30 years in t...

Send us Fan Mail What does it take to rise from an undercover narcotics officer in Brooklyn to the highest uniformed rank in the NYPD? On this episode of Corey's Corner, retired NYPD Deputy Inspector Corey Pegues sits down with former NYPD Chief of Department and former Suffolk County Police Commissioner Rodney Harrison for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about leadership, policing, p...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Alicka Ampry-Samuel, Deputy Commissioner at the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development, for a real conversation on housing, leadership, and community impact. Raised in NYCHA’s Marcus Garvey Houses in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Alicka brings lived experience to her role, lea...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to lead when you’re being challenged from every direction? In this powerful episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive sits down with Keith Saunders, Principal of Roosevelt High School, founder of S.O.N.I.A.Y., and author of Roosevelt to the Hamptons: The War on Both Sides . With over 30 years in education, Saunders opens up about the reality of navigatin...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD Deputy Inspector Corey Pegues sits down with Carrié Solages for a powerful conversation about leadership, legacy, and fighting for the people. From growing up in Elmont to serving six terms in the Nassau County Legislature, Solages opens up about his journey through law, public service, and politics. The conversation explores his wo...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Josh Dieudonne for a real and unfiltered conversation on the growing crisis of youth violence in our communities. Sparked by the tragic loss of two 15-year-olds just days apart one in Queens and another in Eisenhower Park we dive deep into the uncomfortable truths many avoid. Josh bring...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Miguel Iglesias, a former Chief of Internal Affairs with over 30 years of service in the New York City Police Department. From his early days patrolling Queens 114 Precinct to leading one of the most powerful and scrutinized divisions in policing, Iglesias shares an unfiltered look at leadership...

Send us Fan Mail On this powerful episode of Corey’s Corner , NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Rev. Taharka Robinson a political strategist, activist, and man of faith who has spent decades shaping power and fighting for justice in New York. As the son of former Assemblywoman Annette Robinson, Taharka was raised in the heart of public service but he didn’t just inherit a legacy… he built...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with one of New York City’s most influential political voices shaping the future of The World’s Borough . From his early days in Southeast Queens to becoming Borough President, Richards opens up about his journey into public service, the personal loss that fueled his purpose, and the responsibility o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Kelley Hardwick a retired NYPD Detective, attorney, and lifestyle security authority who has spent over 25 years mastering executive protection and high-level security strategy. Now the Co-Owner and CEO of The IMAC Group, Kelley has successfully transitioned from public service to entrepreneurshi...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with retired NYPD Lieutenant Michael J. Walker, a man whose journey defines resilience, leadership, and reinvention. Born in Brooklyn and raised in the foster care system of Southeast Queens, Michael’s path was anything but easy. From overcoming early challenges in school to serving in the United Stat...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive sits down with Jamaica, Queens native Lisa Ray, a woman whose journey spans Wall Street, entertainment, education, and now life-changing advocacy. From promoting comedy shows and working in media to mentoring young people, Lisa has always been a force. But her most defining chapter began with her diagnosis of Multi...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a celebrity stylist and a music industry executive walk away from powerful careers to build something of their own? In this episode, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Fifi Bell-Clanton and Gwendolyn Woods, the dynamic co-owners of The Crabby Shack  one of Brooklyn’s most beloved seafood destinations. Before launching the restaurant in 2014, Fifi...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Bishop Mitchell G. Taylor , Senior Pastor of The Center of Hope International and Co-Founder & CEO of Urban Upbound. From being surrendered at birth and adopted into a faith-centered home, to leading one of the most innovative community empowerment organizations in the country, Bish...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with New York State Assembly Member Chantel Jackson, LMSW, who represents District 79 in the Bronx. Born in Harlem and raised in a proud Belizean-American household, Assembly Member Jackson’s journey from social worker and college advisor to Albany lawmaker is rooted in service, equity, and community...

Send us Fan Mail What does it truly take to dismantle structural racism and redefine economic justice in America? On this episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Jennifer Jones Austin CEO of the Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies, faith leader, attorney, and one of the most influential voices in racial and economic equity today. Jennifer shares her jour...

Send us Fan Mail From a small town in Mississippi to national television, Tara Wallace has lived much of her journey in the public eye. But beyond the headlines and reality TV moments lies a powerful story of healing, self-discovery, and growth. In this candid and inspiring conversation, Tara sits with retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues where she opens up about navigating heartbreak under public...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sit down with George Patterson , a visionary leader shaping the future of education and opportunity across New York City. As Senior Executive Director of Community Schools, My Brother’s Keeper, and My Sister’s Keeper, George leads citywide strategies that align academic success with integrated student...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Robert E. Cornegy Jr., founder and principal of 610 Collective and former two-term New York City Council Member, for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, equity, and navigating government successfully. Robert shares insights from his time chairing key City Council committees on Housing, Sma...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sit down with Khari Edwards, a C-suite executive, lifelong public servant, and community advocate whose work has shaped healthcare, social justice, and public leadership across Brooklyn and beyond. Khari’s journey is deeply personal. A proud son of immigrants and a devoted father, he brings lived experience to...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Corey’s Corner , retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Nikki Merkerson, Community Development and Housing Specialist, real estate investor, and developer, to explore new pathways to homeownership and wealth-building. With 23 years in financial services, including her role as a Community Reinvestment Officer at JP Morgan Chase , Nikki shares insight...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Corey’s Corner, the conversation goes beyond headlines and into the heart of policing, law, and accountability. Retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with civil rights attorney and former NYPD officer Eric Sanders to unpack some of the most pressing issues shaping public safety today. Together, they examine qualified immunity...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Corey’s Corner, retired NYPD executive Corey Pegues sits down with Clyde Vanel, a Queens native whose work lives at the intersection of policy, technology, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment. As Chair of the Assembly Banks Committee and Chair of the Subcommittee on Internet and New Technology, Assemblyman Vanel has sponsored landmark legislation on arti...