John D. Macari Jr. & Eric S. Dym, Bleav

New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast

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A podcast that explores the “Greatest Show on Earth” everyday life & politics of NYC and the NYPD. Explore the life & careers of our guests. Hear real unfiltered views & opinions from those who at one time policed the streets of NYC. Hear True Crime Stories like you never heard them before! THE FINEST UNFILTERED PODCAST

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John D. Macari Jr. & Eric S. Dym, Bleav

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Interview of Combat Veteran & Retired California Corrections Lieutenant Hector Bravo 04.04.2024

On this Interview Eric & John sit down with the host of  @thatprisonguard  Combat Veteran & Retired California Corrections Lieutenant Hector Bravo. Hector walks us through his life, his career why he left corrections and why he is now speaking out on YouTube against the failed policies and legislation that has been enacted in California. The crossover between Hectors channel and #TheFinestUnfilter...

Why Are Woman Being Randomly Assaulted On NYC Streets ? 01.04.2024

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss what they believe to be the root causes of what they believe has sparked the random assaults against women on NYC streets. Also discussed is recent social media posts by NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell & NYPD Deputy Commissioner Of Operations. To Support The Widow & Child Of Slain NYPD Police Officer Jonathan Diller  @BarstoolSportsTV  has created a...

Vicarious Trauma 28.03.2024

REST IN PEACE TO NYPD POLICE OFFICER JONATHAN DILLER On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss the NYPD's independent watchdog the NYC CCRB  @NYC_CCRB  NYC Council  @NYCCouncil  funding to hire a full time therapist to treat their "investigators" for the "Vicarious Trauma" they receive as a result of watching NYPD @nypd Police Worn Body Camera Video. Related Articles: https://nypost.com/202...

NYPD Chiefs Ride NYC Subway AKA Clowns On The Train 25.03.2024

On this episode John & Eric and sit down and discuss the cringe public relations campaign of having NYPD Chiefs along with their social media teams ride NYC subways in order to push the narrative that "Crime is Down" and NYC Subways are safe. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5ZcHqdgV...

The Fall Guy - Part 2 22.03.2024

On this episode John & Eric discuss an email from the NYPD's Lieutenant Benevolent Association warning members that if they are found guilty of a CCRB complaint the city of New York will not represent them or indemnify them from any civil lawsuit or settlement that may arise as a result. This basically means members of the NYPD will not be protected under Qualified Immunity and their personal asse...

Bad Boys: "Retired Cops Claim NYPD Trying To Silence Their Critical Insider Podcast" 18.03.2024

On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss a recent NY Post article about the opposition this podcast has been met with from the upper echelon of the NYPD & why they believe this is the case. Also discussed is transit crime spike, The National Guard being deployed into NYC subways, the attack on Pizza Ovens, The political witch-hunt against members of the FDNY and Much More. Related Articles...

NYPD Removes Press Access To 911 Radio Dispatch w/ Adam LoudLabs 10.03.2024

On this episode John & Eric sit down with Adam from LoudLabs. If you watch any NY Media channels you have more than likely have seen Adam's work. Adam is an on the ground journalist who works overnight on the streets of NYC filming Police, Fire & EMS response. Adam discusses on the episode the work he does and the impact of the NYPD encrypting 911 Radio Dispatch. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfi...

NYC Subway Crime 04.03.2024

On this episode John & Eric sit down with the President of Passengers United, Charlton D' Souza to discuss NYC subway crime, the NYPD's Chief Of Transit's response to it, homeless in the subways, subway safety, the overall state of NYC transit & much more. To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: https://thefinestunfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltere...

Nepotism In The NYPD: Part 2 26.02.2024

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss the appointment of Kaz Daughtry to NYPD Deputy Commissioner Of Operations, an analysis of a viral video of a apprehension by members of the CRT after a vehicle pursuit where a Lieutenant was modified, The NYPD Dance Team, A Playstation 5 controller and its relationship to a viral drone video and more......... To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered...

Why Were Complaints Against NYPD Cops Up 20% In 2023 ? 19.02.2024

On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss why complaints against NYPD cops were up 20% in 2023. Also discussed is a controversial 101 precinct incident Related Articles: Complaints against NYPD cops spiked 50% in 2023, highest total in a decade: report https://www.nydailynews.com/2024/02/12/complaints-against-nypd-cops-spiked-50-in-2023-highest-total-in-a-decade-report/ To learn more about...

Interview Of Retired NYPD Detective Ralph Friedman, The NYPD's Most Decorated NYPD Detective 12.02.2024

On this episode John & Eric sit down with (Ret) NYPD 2nd Grade Detective Ralph Friedman. Ralph is known as the most highly decorated Detective in NYPD History. During His Career Ralph, helped solve some of NYC's most notorious cases, he effected over 2000 arrests, including over 100 he made OFF-DUTY. Ralph was involved in 15 shootings during his career. He retired in 1984 due to a severe Line Of D...

Migrants Accused of Assaulting & Robbing 2 NYPD Officers Were Arrested & Released Without Bail 05.02.2024

On this episode John & Eric and sit down and discuss the recent attack & robbery of NYPD Officers in Times Square by a group of migrants who were later arrested. The Migrants were released without bail and later fled to California Related Articles: NYPD Chief of Patrol reacts to assault video: 'Disgusted, angry...How did we get here?' https://www.msnbc.com/morning-joe/watch/nypd-chief-of-patrol-re...

NYC Councilman Public Safety Chair Yusef Salaam Refuses NYPD Ride A Long After Being Pulled Over 29.01.2024

On this episode Eric & John sit down and  discuss NYC Councilman Public Safety Chair Yusef Salaam Refusing to go on a scheduled NYPD Ride A Long After Being Pulled Over by NYC Cops. Discussed are the councilman's press release following the car stop, the Body Worn Camera video, the NYPD's statement, how this relates to "The How many stops act", NYC Mayor's statement about this stop, the publics re...

Are Police Body Worn Camera Videos Public Information ? 19.01.2024

On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss whether or not Police body camera footage is public information. Also discuss is a body camera video that was leaked to the public and the active witch hunt investigation that ensued on 100's of officers & there connection to Retired NYPD Lieutenant Turned Critic our very own John D. Macari Jr. #TheFinestUnfiltered #NYPD #Police #Crime #politics #ne...

The NYPD Threatens Cops Who Take Legal, Over-The-Counter Work Out Supplements With Termination 15.01.2024

On this episode Eric & John sit down & discuss a New York Post Article Titled "NYPD warns cops they could be fired for taking over-the-counter supplements: "Complete Overeach". They explore the effects of this on public safety as well as officer morale To learn more about #TheFinestUnfiltered visit us at: Website: www. TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered?si=Y5...

NYPD Protest Response Agreement : What Did The Mayor & Police Commissioner Agree Too? 08.01.2024

On this episode Eric & John sit down & discuss how the NYPD will respond to Protests going forward as per the agreement NYC Mayor Eric Adams & NYPD Police Commissioner Edward Caban agreed too with Attorney General James, The Legal Aid Society, and NYCLU. This episode was filmed prior to NYC Mayor Eric Adams publicly blaming the agreement for the NYPD's lackluster response to the nightly disruption...

Is The NYPD A Transparent Agency ? 02.01.2024

On the episode John & Eric sit down with Sal Greco and discuss the recent treatment of the NYC Press by the NYPD & NYC's Deputy Mayor Of Public Safety. Also discussed is the recent reporting by Joe Hoft about the NYPD's Police Commissioner Edward Caban's more than questionable association with a bronx restaurant owner who is surrounded by allegations of criminal behavior. #TheFinestUnfiltered To l...

NYC Council Intro 586: How Will It Affect Public Safety & The NYPD 24.12.2023

On this episode Eric & John sit down and discuss NYC Council Intro 586 AKA "The How Many Stops Act" which will require NYPD Officers to document nearly every interaction they have with the public including non intrusive questions. This podcast was recorded prior to NYC Council Passing this with a "Veto Proof" Majority of 35 - 9. Also after this podcast was recorded NYC Mayor Eric Adams stated he w...

Micro-Management & Its Effects On The NYPD 18.12.2023

On this episode John & Eric are joined by Paul Manicone of  @justrightPD  to discuss their opinions on Micro-Management. They discuss a recent police involved shooting in the confines of the 114th Precinct in Queens, New York and the events that transpired over the radio. Also discussed is NYPD rolls Calls being done on camera in a particular bro, the NYPD's No Filming Inside of a Police Facility...

The Difference Between The Oath NYPD Police Officers Swear Vs. Omertà. Some Have It Confused 11.12.2023

On this episode Eric & John discuss the recent planned & coordinated attempts by active, on duty members of the  @nypd  in coordination with high ranking NYPD officials to intimidate them into silence by way of harassment, slander & defamation of character through both social media and off line means. They put into perspective on just how dangerous these attacks are on not only free speech and the...

Ending Qualified Immunity & It’s Effects On The NYPD 04.12.2023

On this episode John & Eric describe Indemnification & the state of Qualified Immunity in the NYPD. They also explore the Hypocrisy of NYC Mayor Eric Adams expecting NYC's Law department to represent him against a recent allegation of sexual assault that was made against him by a former co worker during his time with the NYPD. Historically Officers accused of such an allegation unrelated to their...

Interview of Madeline Brame - Congressional District NY 16 Candidate 27.11.2023

On this episode Madeline Brame sits down with Eric and John to discuss why she is running for congress. Madeline is running for NY Congressional District 16 against Jamaal Bowman. Madeline is a national victims rights advocate. Madeline is involved with several not-for-profit groups assisting victims of violent crimes, providing financial and moral support, and counseling on navigating a legal sys...

Interview of NYC Community Advocate Lattina Brown 20.11.2023

On this episode Lattina Brown joins #TheFinestUnfiltered. Lattina is a Mother, a Community Advocate, a Bronx Resident, a Lifelong Democrat & a board member of ONE CITY RISING. Lattina walks us through the current state of the political landscape in New York City. Follow Lattina On: YouTube:  @lattinabrown1074  X: LattinaBrown Instagram: Lattinad Brown (BrownForTheBronx) To learn more about ONE CIT...

Nepotism In The NYPD And Its Impact On Morale 16.11.2023

On this episode John & Eric discuss the blatant #nepotism that is occuring inside the  NYPD  under the NYC Mayor  Eric Adams Administration. While the News Media, The Police Unions & The Upper Echehon publicly celebrate the appointment of Assistant Commissioner Kaz Daughtry we at #TheFinestUnfiltered give the actual perspective & concerns of the many in the rank & file as well as give our own pers...

What Politicians Think Deescalation Is 12.11.2023

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss a buzz word that is often used amongst elected politicians & their appointed police Managers and that word is #deescalation. Although it is used often today it has yet to be defined by those in Public Safety, so #TheFinestUnfiltered defined it for them. To learn more about us please visit us at: Website: www. TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: https:/...

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