Jules St. James

The Black & Blue Vanguard

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The Black & Blue Vanguard podcast is created and hosted by Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty. We're three African American law enforcement officers who were born and raised in some of your toughest urban communities. This podcast is created for active and retired law enforcement officers as well as family members of police and supporters of men and women in blue. We want to throw this disclaimer out there: non-police and non-supporters of police are welcome to listen in. You can grab your popcorn and sit in the nose bleed seats and check us out, you never know we might open your eyes to a who...

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Jules St. James

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EPISODE #51 Officer Coach Dudzik 20.12.2023 1:16:46

Officer Jules wrap one-on-one with Officer Coach Dudzik as he talks about his career path in law enforcement and his journey into coaching the Chicago Police Enforcer football team. Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #50 Counting our Blessings!! 26.11.2023 57:32

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty celebrate the holiday season and a milestone of 50 Black & Blue Vanguard episodes with a list of what they're most grateful for. Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #49 COMPLIANCE IS THE KEY!! 14.11.2023 1:39:00

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the importance of civilian compliance during police stops. Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #48 Tips and Treats!! 30.10.2023 50:51

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty reminisce about childhood Halloween memories and share some important safety tips for parents and children as the day approaches. You don't want to miss it. Happy Halloween!! Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #47 The Son of Englewood!! 11.10.2023 1:11:36

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty rap about the new Chicago Police Department superintendent, Larry Snelling. Check it out! Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #46 THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE!!! 14.09.2023 1:00:19

Officers Jules, Holiday and Miss Watty pay homage to the many law enforcement officers who lost their lives while on duty, a crucial subject that receives limited attention. Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #45 GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!! 16.08.2023 1:17:15

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the overlooked topic of the numerous mass shootings that occurred around the US on the 4th of July 2023 holiday. Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #44 DOWN GOES BROWN!!!! 26.07.2023 1:36:14

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss an incident involving a pre-teen defending his mother that resulted in a fatal shooting. Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #43 DISGRACE TO A HOLIDAY ! 12.07.2023 1:16:45

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the nationwide murders that occurred on Juneteenth 2023. Thank you for listening! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #42 VICTIM BLAMING! 04.07.2023 1:29:53

Officers Jules, Holiday and Miss Watty discuss the troubling trend of victimization of victims. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE # 41 HERO OR VILLAIN? 16.06.2023 1:23:00

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the fatal NY subway altercation between Jordan Neeley and former marine Daniel Penny.

Episode #40 A Shining Star!! 27.05.2023 1:35:27

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Ms. Watty discuss the events leading up to Officer Preston's untimely death and pay tribute to her legacy. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #39 Lack of Resources, or is it? 13.05.2023 1:18:29

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty share a wealth of information about social and employment resources available to Chicagoland youth. You don't want to miss it! Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #38 JUSTICE FOR OFFICER STILLMAN!! 01.05.2023 1:46:03

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the Chicago Police Board's ridiculous decision to fire Officer Eric Stillman. Thank you for listening. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #37 WHEN KEEEPING IT REAL GOES WRONG! 17.04.2023 1:26:30

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss career criminal Jordan Henry and why Cook County is so soft. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #36 DEFUND DA POLICE....... REALLY? 26.03.2023 1:23:12

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the defunding the police movement and why it's a terrible idea. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE # 35 SIZE DOES NOT MATTER!!! 14.03.2023 1:09:13

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the rise and fall of former Chicago Mayor, Lori Lightfoot. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #34 Mistakes ➡ Next Right 02.03.2023 1:14:59

Officer Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the incident that led up to the death of Alonzo Bagley. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE # 33 UNHINGED!!!! 15.02.2023 1:23:25

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the brutal murder of Tyre Nichols at the hands of five Memphis Police Department cops. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

EPISODE #32 CHICAGO SPEAKS!! 28.01.2023 1:10:02

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty speak with long-standing Chicago community residents on crime resolution and political leadership in the city. Please send questions and/or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #31 Fan Mail 18.01.2023 1:25:56

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty are taking time to answer some of our favorite listeners' questions. Thank you for your support! Please send questions, comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #30 AND THE WINNER IS ..... 24.12.2022 1:13:04

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty are in a music battle to see who has the best 2022 Christmas play list! Please send questions, comments and/or your music battle vote to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com Disclaimer: We do not own the copyright to these songs.

Episode #29 DISSERVICE!! 17.12.2022 1:01:31

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the off-duty officer charged with fleeing and eluding the police. Please send questions or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #28 COOL KEITH! 04.12.2022 1:34:51

On today's episode the Vanguards are joined by Chicago's favorite dispatcher, Keith Thorton as he recounts the horrific night of Ella French's death and what spurred him into action. You don't want to miss it! Please send questions or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #27 What Are You Thankful For? 23.11.2022 37:13

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss what they're thankful for this holiday season. Please send questions or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com