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Dec 14, 2022•3 min
In this episode, Bootsy and Sal speak with Steve Murphy and Morgan Wright, hosts of the hit podcast Game of Crimes. Game of Crimes is a long-form true crime interview podcast about the good, the bad, and everything in between in some of the most famous true crime stories of the last century. Steve has been previously interviewed with his partner Javier Pena about their career and subsequent book MANHUNTERS: How We Took Down Pablo Escobar. Check out their website at: gameofcrimespodcast.com Conne...
Dec 24, 2021•50 min
Bootsy and Sal interview retired Milwaukee County, WI Sheriff David Clarke. Since retiring from law enforcement, Sheriff Clarke has become an outspoken advocate and leading national figure in protecting the integrity of those who serve in law enforcement. This episode is available on all major listening platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. To connect with the End of Watch Podcast team, please like our Facebook page or visit StoreFront Productions. You can also now connect with us on I...
Dec 04, 2021•39 min
4.3 End of Watch with Bootsy + Sal – Breaking Badass - Interview with Lou Pimber Bootsy and Sal catch up with Lou Pimber, a former undercover agent who used his skills from his law enforcement days to inform his time as an actor on shows such as "Breaking Bad". In addition to acting, Lou is an entrepreneur and motivational speaker. You can check out his work and get in touch at: LouPimber.com To connect with the End of Watch Podcast team, please like our Facebook page or visit StoreFront Product...
Nov 12, 2021•38 min
4.2 End of Watch with Bootsy + Sal – Saving Richie Part Two Bootsy and Sal conclude their chat with Undercover Legend Chris "Chrisser" Bayless about his thoughts on the current media discussion around tactics and particularly the focus on ATF Agent Richie Zayas. To read Chrisser's recent article visit: https://triblive.com/tribextra/chris-bayless-stash-house-raids-crucial-to-keeping-cities-safe/ To connect with the End of Watch Podcast team, please like our Facebook page or visit StoreFront Prod...
Nov 05, 2021•29 min
4.1 End of Watch with Bootsy + Sal – Saving Richie Part One Bootsy and Sal chat with Undercover Legend Chris "Chrisser" Bayless about his thoughts on the current media discussion around tactics and particularly the focus on ATF Agent Richie Zayas. Listen next week for the conclusion of this interview. To read Chrisser's recent article visit: https://triblive.com/tribextra/chris-bayless-stash-house-raids-crucial-to-keeping-cities-safe/ To connect with the End of Watch Podcast team, please like ou...
Oct 29, 2021•34 min
In the final part of this multi-part series, Bootsy and Sal interview retired ICE Agent Victor Avila and retired ASAC ATF Dino Ortiz. Both men have experience working on the United States Southern Border with Mexico. Avila and his partner Jaime Zapata were gunned down by Los Zetas cartel members – Zapata tragically passed away. Avila survived, and in this episode talks about the aftermath of the shooting and how he and his family were treated by our government. Ortiz discusses how he came to inv...
Dec 24, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Recently Bootsy and Sal interviewed Victor Avila, former ICE Agent, ambushed by the Los Zetas cartel. His partner Jaime Zapata was killed in the ambush. Victor recently released a book about his experience as a Federal Agent and after. Find it at: agentunderfirebook.com Check out this episode which was part 2of 3 parts we did on his incredible story. More great interviews are lining up... stay tuned for more. This multi-part series is dedicated to ICE Agent Jaime Zapata – E.O.W. 2.15.2011 This e...
Dec 16, 2020•42 min
Recently Bootsy and Sal interviewed Victor Avila, former ICE Agent, ambushed by the Los Zetas cartel. His partner Jaime Zapata was killed in the ambush. Victor recently released a book about his experience as a Federal Agent and after. Find it at: agentunderfirebook.com Check out this episode which was 1 of 3 parts we did on his incredible story. More great interviews are lining up... stay tuned for more. This multi-part series is dedicated to ICE Agent Jaime Zapata – E.O.W. 2.15.2011 This episo...
Dec 09, 2020•53 min
Bootsy and Sal interview retired police officer and detective Nick Wilson. Nick medically retired after 13 years on the force in various capacities, from patrol, to detective, to SWAT, and undercover. Nick talks about his struggle with post-traumatic stress and chemical dependency and what brought him to start The Resiliency Project. The Resiliency Project provides mental health resources to first responders around the country. Learn more at: theresiliencyproject.info. This episode is dedicated ...
Dec 02, 2020•49 min
Bootsy and Sal interview Tom Satterly. He and his wife Jen founded the All Secure Foundation which helps warriors who have served deal with the trauma of war. He discusses his experience and more importantly how his foundation helps veterans and first responders deal with post traumatic stress. Learn more at: allsecurefoundation.org This episode is dedicated to Georgia Ports Authority Corporal William Solomon – E.O.W. 11.19.2015. This episode is available on all major listening platforms includi...
Nov 25, 2020•49 min
Retired ICE Agent Victor Avila joins Bootsy + Sal to talk about his new book Agent Under Fire: A Murder and a Manifesto. The book recounts his experience in an ambush by cartel members in Mexico. His partner Jaime Zapata was killed in that attack. It also discusses Victor’s life after the event and the pursuit of justice against the perpetrators. Visit Victor’s site: www.AgentUnderFireBook.com or pick it up at other major online book retailers such as Amazon or Barnes & Noble. This episode i...
Nov 18, 2020•40 min
Bootsy and Sal chat with Dr. Michael Pittaro, a criminal justice professor, author, and consultant. Before pursuing a career in higher education, Dr. Pittaro worked in corrections administration, and in drug and alcohol prevention and treatment programs. Dr. Pittaro shares how he uses his real-life experiences have helped him prepare his students for the reality of life in criminal justice careers. The three also discuss the challenges facing law enforcement officers on the streets and in our ja...
Nov 11, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Retired United States Air Force Captain Joni Marquez served two combat tours in Afghanistan. On August 6th, 2011 while the fire control officer on an AC-130 gunship, she and her crew witnessed the shootdown of a Chinook Helicopter call sign “Extortion 17” by Afghan insurgents. 31 Americans died in the incident. Joni now serves as secretary on the Board of Directors for the Pipe Hitter Foundation, an organization committed to defending the rights and freedoms of men and women in uniform. This sho...
Nov 03, 2020•1 hr 18 min
Bootsy and Sal bring on another guest to talk about mental health challenges in law enforcement, not just for officers, but for spouse as well – Dr. Nicole Vienna, Psy.D. Dr. Vienna is a forensic and police psychologist. She’s also a law enforcement spouse and founder of Blue Wives Tribe, a community for law enforcement wives to connect and share their experience. She is also the host of the podcast of the same name. This episode is dedicated to Toledo Police Officer Anthony Dia – E.O.W. 07.04.2...
Oct 28, 2020•44 min
In this episode, Bootsy + Sal chat with retired police detective, military veteran, podcaster, and comedian Todd McComas. They chat about their time on the streets, the impacts of being a cop on one’s family and Todd’s comedy. Check out Todd’s law enforcement podcast: 10-41 at 1041podcast.com, on Twitter @toddmccomas & @1041podcast. Check him out live or pick up his comedy album now. This episode is dedicated to Beachton, New Jersey Police Officer Sean C. Peek, E.O.W. – 09.06.20 Our prayers ...
Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Bootsy and Sal interview Vietnam veteran and author John M. Del Vecchio. John’s novels take a close look at war and culture through psychology. His new novel Demise: A Novel of Race, Culture Wars, and Falling Darkness is available now at WarriorsPublishing.com and other retailers such as Amazon.com. We urge you to support WarriorsPublishing.com as it is helmed by our honored friend Captain Dale Dye and his lovely wife Julia. In the interview, John shares great insight about his time in the servi...
Oct 14, 2020•54 min
Bootsy and Sal interview retired Milwaukee County, WI Sheriff David Clarke. Since retiring from law enforcement, Sheriff Clarke has become an outspoken advocate and leading national figure in protecting the integrity of those who serve in law enforcement. This episode is dedicated to: Myrtle Beach Police Officer Jacob Hancher – EOW – 10.03.2020 As well as slain I.C.E. Agent Jaime Zapata – 02.15.2011 This episode is available on all major listening platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. ...
Oct 07, 2020•51 min
Bootsy and Sal interview retired FBI Counter-Terrorist Agent, police officer, writer, and producer Tim Clemente. Tim’s far-reaching career took him from the streets of St. Louis where he was a patrol officer, to the Middle East as a Counter-Terror Agent for the FBI. Bootsy and Sal talk to him about several cases including his investigation of the USS Cole bombing. This episode is dedicated to Lieutenant General Timothy Maude. EOW 09.11.2001. This episode is available on all major listening platf...
Sep 30, 2020•52 min
Bootsy and Sal sit down with retired cold case investigator Paul Holes and discuss his career, its impact on his life and what he's doing now. They talk at length about the Golden State Killer and Paul's work on that case as well as his podcast Jensen and Holes: The Murder Squad. On that show he and investigative journalist Billy Jensen utilize the public and crowd-sourced information to follow cold cases and get answers for victims' families. Please subscribe to their podcast on Apple Podcasts,...
Sep 23, 2020•49 min
**RE-RELEASE EPISODE** Due to extensive travel and other responsibilities this week we are opting to release a previous episode that deals with law enforcement psychology with Dr. Marla Friedman. Dr. Friedman is the Chief Psychologist for Field Training Associates and is the Chairman of the Board for Badge f Life. She has been a Police Psychologist for almost three decades, working in conjunction with law enforcement agencies to assist in missing persons and cold cases. She has a personal connec...
Jun 24, 2020•55 min
Due to scheduling this week we had to push our new episode, but wanted to support our brothers, Steve Murphy and Javier Pena and release our FULL interview with them. Previously this was shared as two interviews – but this week we’re offering a super-size of their experience. These two warriors were instrumental in taking down Pablo Escobar. They have written a book called DEA Narcos and are offering a discount through the end of June – you can even get your book autographed. Check out DEANarcos...
Jun 17, 2020•2 hr 16 min
Bootsy and Sal chat with former Baltimore Chief Melvin Russell and former ATF Special Agent in Charge George Belsky about George Floyd’s death, police tactics and excessive force. They touch on how department culture plays a part in tactical operations and share some of their own stories from the streets. This episode is dedicated to Captain David Dorn, Retired - E.O.W. 06.02.2020; Trooper Werner Foerster - E.O.W. 05.02.1973; Detective Marcellus "Marty" Ward - E.O.W. 12.03.1984; Detective Troy C...
Jun 10, 2020•1 hr 3 min
There are few stories of redemption in the criminal justice system as incredible as that of Mel Chancey. A larger than life character, both from the physical and the personality standpoint – he truly embodies what rehabilitation hopes to be. After leading a notorious biker gang, he found God in prison and now offers his life as a shining light for others. This is part two of a two-part chat with Mel and one of the legendary undercover ATF agents who helped pivot his story, Chris Bayless. Chrisse...
Jun 03, 2020•1 hr 5 min
There are few stories of redemption in the criminal justice system as incredible as that of Mel Chancey. A larger than life character, both from the physical and the personality standpoint – he truly embodies what rehabilitation hopes to be. After leading a notorious biker gang, he found God in prison and now offers his life as a shining light for others. This is part one of a two-part chat with Mel and one of the undercover ATF agents who helped pivot his story, Chris Bayless. Chrisser, one of ...
May 27, 2020•59 min
This week Bootsy and Sal chat about a variety of mental health and law enforcement related topics with Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott of the L.A. Not So Confidential Podcast. The two are forensic psychologists who discuss true crime and law enforcement on their show which is part of the Crawlspace Media Network. This is Part Two of a special crossover episode – so please check out Part One on L.A. Not So Confidential. Then come back here or visit our YouTube page for Part Two. This week’s episode is d...
May 13, 2020•52 min
Bootsy and Sal interview retired FBI Undercover Agent Joaquin “Jack” Garcia. His years-long infiltration of the Gambino crime family is the subject of his book “Making Jack Falcone”. His efforts helped cripple one of New York’s five notorious mob families. He joins Bootsy and Sal to discuss his book, some behind the scenes stories, plus what’s coming up next. Learn why Making Jack Falcone is the only book Sal has ever read twice, plus get insight into the reason he and Bootsy pick on the FBI so ...
May 06, 2020•58 min
Actor Kevin Chapman is one of the most recognizable faces in show business. Chances are you’ll either find him playing a cop, or a bad guy. He sits down to chat with Bootsy and Sal about his career as an actor, his upbringing, how he got to Hollywood and more. This episode is dedicated to Boston Police Officer Jose Fontanez who recently passed away due to complications from Covid-19. It is also dedicated to Smyrna Police Officer Christopher Ewing who was killed by a drunk driver while on patrol....
Apr 29, 2020•52 min
This is a re-released episode. New episodes resume next week: ----- There’s the story you’ve seen on many mainstream media outlets, and then there’s the story from the guy that lived it. Bootsy + Sal interview Retired Navy SEAL Chief Petty Officer Eddie Gallagher. Tune in for a true story about honor and service – in the face of unexpected and disappointing betrayal. This episode is available on all major listening platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The vidcast of this talk can be v...
Apr 22, 2020•46 min
In this interview, conducted in late February, Bootsy and Sal talk to Hollywood television and film actor Mo Gallini. Mo is joined by his daughter, Ophelia. His career has spanned three decades and includes blockbusters such as 2 Fast 2 Furious, End of Days and small screen hits like Chicago Fire and NYPD Blue. He discusses how he became an actor as well as some great behind the scenes anecdotes of his time on set. His full list of credits can be found on his IMDb page here. This episode is avai...
Apr 15, 2020•49 min
