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 #26 BACK THE BLUE!!! 14.11.2022 1:11:30

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the prevalent anti-police rhetoric along with the six officers who recently died in the line of duty. Please send questions or comments to: blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com

Episode #25 FRIVOLOUS!! 17.10.2022 1:01:24

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the criminal charges against off-duty Chicago Police Sergeant Michael Vitellano. Email us at blackandbluevanguardpodcast@gmail.com with feedback and/or questions.

Episode #24 The Sh$T -T Act!!!! 28.09.2022 1:21:14

Officer's Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the ridiculous House Bill 3653 aimed at ending cash bail for criminals. Please visit https://il-33-senate.web.fireside21.app/forms/form/?ID=4 to join in the fight to repeal the SAFE-T Act.

Episode # 23 IT'S UGLY!!! ... BUT 15.09.2022 55:03

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the beatdown Arkansas Police Officers gave Randall Worcester.

EPISODE #22 From Russia with Love 31.08.2022 55:12

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the Brittany Griner sentencing and much more.

EPISODE #21 FUN IN THE SUN! 12.08.2022 47:38

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty rap about their favorite summertime hang-out spots in Chicago.

EPISODE # 20 Let 'Em Run? 12.07.2022 45:26

Officers Jules, Holiday. and Miss Watty discuss the new CPD Foot Pursuit Policy.

EPISODE #19 BULL SH$T!!!!!! 27.06.2022 1:07:45

Officer's Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty discuss the inequitable charges against Chicago Police Officer Bruce Dyker.

Episode #18 THE RECRUIT!! 10.06.2022 1:21:11

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty are joined by Stefan, a Chicago Police recruit, as he discusses the highs and lows of the onboarding process.

Episode #17 HAVE A PLAN!!! 24.05.2022 56:51

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty discuss the Buffalo, NY mass shooting and tips for awareness and preparedness for any situation.

Episode #16 Who's Really to Blame? 10.05.2022 1:31:41

Officer Jules, Holiday and Miss Watty are discussing the detention of a 8 year boy for stealing and why people are upset.

Episode #15 Was it Overzealous or for Survival? 22.04.2022 1:06:01

Officer's Jules, Holiday, and Watty discuss the controversial fatal police shooting in Grand Rapids, Michigan and much more.

Episode #14 Blue Lifeline 03.04.2022 1:50:29

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Miss Watty welcome Kevin "Superman" Benson, fellow coworker and Peer Support Officer, educating listeners on suicide in the law enforcement community and the preventive resources available to blue first responders.

Episode #13 EXIT STAGE LEFT!! 16.03.2022 1:04:02

Officers Jules, Holiday and Watty are discussing the sentencing of Jussie Smollett.

Episode #12 KNOCK-KNOCK 09.03.2022 1:24:55

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty are discussing the 2-year sentencing of former Brooklyn Center Minnesota officer Kim Potter and No-Knock Warrants.

Episode #11 THE SYSTEM 16.02.2022 1:12:22

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty are discussing the early release of ex-Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke and the protest against it.

Episode #10 God Sent 06.02.2022 1:24:36

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty are joined by a special guest, one of Chicago's finest officers - Adrian Mccoy, as he discusses why he joined the police department, plus the chain of events on that faithful day that led him to save many lives in a house fire.

Episode #9 Another Folded Flag 01.02.2022 45:08

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty are discussing the new policies that Manhattan D.A. Bragg wants to implement plus discussing the assassination of sergeant Marlene Rittmanicwhile honoring her legacy.

Episode #8 Christmas Memories 25.01.2022 45:23

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty discuss one of their most memorable childhood Christmas moments.

Episode #7 WAKE UP!! 18.01.2022 1:04:30

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty discuss the disgusting homicide rate that plagues the Windy City and some solutions to combat the violence.

Episode #6 Are Police the Criminals and the Criminals the Victims?? 20.12.2021 58:36

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty discuss Chicago Police sergeant arrested after being carjacked.

Episode #5 Hold the Line or Take the Shot?? 29.11.2021 36:58

The Vanguards discuss if officers should oppose the mandate requirements or submit their vaccination status to the mayor. And what will be the ramifications for cops who rage against the machine????

Episode#4 Product of your Environment 19.10.2021 45:26

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty take a moment to show love to fallen Trooper Gerald Mason. The Vanguard is honoring Trooper Mason by dedicating this episode to him. This episode tackles the subject of Product of your Environment versus common criminal activity. Please tune in and listen to the Vanguard tackle this provocative subject.

Episode#3 Remembering Ella French 21.09.2021 35:38

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty take a moment to show love to fallen Officer Ella French. The Vanguard is honoring Office French by dedicating this episode to her. Please tune in and listen to the Vanguard salute Officer French.

Episode#2 Dear Mayor 02.09.2021 52:34

Officers Jules, Holiday, and Watty take a moment to discuss Chicago's Mayor, Lori Lightfoot. The Vanguard is rapping about the Mayor and her relationship with the Chicago Police Department.