The Brighter Side of Blue Podcast

Capt. Joe Spiess Sr, an original member of the Hoodlum Squad, recalls some of the stories from his time of dealing with mafia families in St. Louis. Bombings, safe burglaries and more.

This episode we have Bishop Edward Rice on to tell a "hallmark story" of a story so bizarre it needs no embellishing. We also have Detective Leo Rice of the SLMPD Intelligence Division back on to detail more outrageous stories from his career. Additionally this week's newsroom.com from Producer John is the most disturbing story he has told thus far. Timetsamps:0:00 - Intro 25:00 - Ne...

Former SLMPD Major Harry Hegger recalls some of the facts surrounding the investigation of a terrorist fatally stabbing his daughter for becoming too Americaized.

Leo Rice & Tony Lachenicht come on the show to tell some of their wildest stories while patrolling the streets of St. Louis. Want to support the show? - https://www.thebrightersideofblue.com/sponsors/ Produced by Jack Millikan (NobleLore) Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 20:13 - JJ Zen 25:56 - Newsroom.com 31:04 - Tony and Leo interview Connect with us! Our website: https://www.thebrightersideofblue.c...

Tammy Sorocko-Benjamin recalls her horrifying encounter with the notorious St. Louis area serial rapist Dennis Rabbitt. A riveting story of courage, determination and the power of believing in yourself. To hear the full interview with Tammy, she is our guest in Episode 1-part 2.

Steve Burle and Clarence Hines recall some of the memories as being partners in several different divisions in the SLMPD Want to support the show? - https://www.thebrightersideofblue.com/sponsors/ Produced by Jack Millikan (NobleLore) Connect with us! Our website: https://www.thebrightersideofblue.com/ Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and...

Retired members of the SLMPD Major Harry Hegger and Lt. Col. Jerry Leyshock, recall stories involving the notorious Petty crime family (Sam, Lorenzo and Joe). The Petty Family was very active in the drug trade in the 70's and 80's and committed brutal acts of violence to become one of the most notorious crime families in the history of St. Louis.

Description: We at The Brighter Side Of Blue are frustrated with the lack of support our brave officers should have received during the 2022 school shooting here in St. Louis, MO. In this episode we detail and bring to light some of the officers that were involved, and explain why their roles were so important. We also interview Archie Shaw to talk about his time as a detective, getting shot, how...

Andrew, a Warren County Sheriff comes on the show to detail the murder case of a young boy, Christian Ferguson in 2003. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 45:13 - Christian Ferguson case =========================== Connect with us! ============================ Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue Podcast HERE:📱 =...

Steve Dodge comes on to talk about the Missouri Ferguson riots and the impact it made on the city. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 51:00 - Ferguson Riots =========================== Connect with us! ============================ Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Y...

The fellas from The Brighter Side Of Blue talk about the 4th of July chaos in downtown St. Louis, interview Ron Klier about his police memorabilia, and talk about a $1.8 million crack bust. Timestamps: 14:50 - Fireworks war in Downtown St. Louis 44:00 - Producer John on the streets with Ron Klier 59:00 - $1.8 million crack seizure =========================== Connect with us! ======================...

Gus Torregrossa comes on the show to talk about his old fashion store, Gus's Fashion and Shoes. We also talk about what downtown St. Louis looked like in the 1960's along with stories about the one and only, JTM. =========================== Connect with us! ============================ Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to...

Brad Owens comes on the show to detail his perspective on the death of his close friend, Nick Sloan. He also discusses his time riding with JJ and recounting some lighter police stories. =========================== Connect with us! ============================ Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue Podcast...

Chris Pappas joins the podcast to give details on the Emory Futo murders in South St. Louis City. This is a great episode to get a behind the scenes look at what the detectives were discovering after the Emory Futo had committed these murders. =========================== Connect with us! ============================ Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... ===========================...

Joe McCulloch is an experienced trial attorney with a broad range of experience in criminal law ranging from traffic offenses to homicide. McCulloch came to the practice of law after serving as a police officer for 20 years. On this episode of The Brighter Side of Blue we talk about Joe's experience losing his father at the age of 7 years old. We also discuss his career as a police officer ser...

Becky Smith's story is one of courage and transformation. Learn how she turned a personal tragedy into a mission to support and protect others in this episode. =========================== Connect with us! ============================ Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue Podcast HERE:📱 ==============...

Welcome Jim Glennon owner of Caliber Press, a premier law enforcement training company, as he takes us through his career and the critical elements of police training and leadership. Learn about his unique approach to teaching, the importance of body language, and how effective communication can transform policing. This episode is packed with anecdotes, professional advice, and Jim’s unfiltered ta...

This week Ron Martin comes on to talk about his career as a police officer & the death of Michael Langsdorf amongst other things. Jimmy Long comes on to talk about his time as JJ's partner and some of their stories riding together. This week Ron Martin comes on to talk about his career as a police officer & the death of Michael Langsdorf amongst other things. Jimmy Long comes on to tal...

Detective Dave Rudolph is a 19 year veteran of the SLMPD, and was the lead investigator in the murder of Andre Montgomery, from the Show "Sweetie Pie's." He comes on the show to detail the investigation. We also are introducing "Producer John On The Streets" a segment where our esteemed producer John Frank conducts interviews involving stories around and adjacent to good po...

Eric Lanham talks Sgt. Mike King being murdered on Halloween in the early 2000's. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️ https://brighterside.itemorder.com/sh... =========================== Connect with us! ============================= Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue Podcast HERE:📱 ===================...

Billy McDonough comes on the show to talk about a murder from "I Am A Killer" that he was closely connected to. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️ https://brighterside.itemorder.com/sh... =========================== Connect with us! ============================= Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue...

Police Chief Joe Spiess of Brentwood Missouri comes in to tell the story of a murderer turned informant. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️ https://brighterside.itemorder.com/sh... =========================== Connect with us! ============================= Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue Podcast HERE:📱...

John Hefele comes on to tell a collection of stories from his time working as a police officer. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️ https://brighterside.itemorder.com/sh... =========================== Connect with us! ============================= Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of Blue Podcast HERE:📱 =========...

Celebrating his 30 year career, now retired Sergeant Brian McGlynn and former St. Louis Cardinal Eli Marrero come on the show. 🔥 Get some BSOB Merch HERE ➡️ https://brighterside.itemorder.com/sh... =========================== Connect with us! ============================= Facebook: ➡︎ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the Brighter Side Of...

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