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Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
143 episodes
3 days ago
Send us a text In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we sit down with Jim Bedinger, Division President, and Jorge Mendoza, Vice President of the National Police Federal Credit Union, to talk about how their organization is helping law enforcement officers nationwide keep more of their hard-earned money. As a proud TMPA partner, the National Police Federal Credit Union offers exclusive financial benefits designed specifically for those who serve — including mortgage rates 1% below market ...
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Send us a text In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we sit down with Jim Bedinger, Division President, and Jorge Mendoza, Vice President of the National Police Federal Credit Union, to talk about how their organization is helping law enforcement officers nationwide keep more of their hard-earned money. As a proud TMPA partner, the National Police Federal Credit Union offers exclusive financial benefits designed specifically for those who serve — including mortgage rates 1% below market ...
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Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#124-"High Speed Chase" with National Police Federal Credit Union
Send us a text In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we sit down with Jim Bedinger, Division President, and Jorge Mendoza, Vice President of the National Police Federal Credit Union, to talk about how their organization is helping law enforcement officers nationwide keep more of their hard-earned money. As a proud TMPA partner, the National Police Federal Credit Union offers exclusive financial benefits designed specifically for those who serve — including mortgage rates 1% below market ...
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3 days ago
34 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#123 "Living the Lie: Undercover with the Mafia" with Giovanni Rocco Part 2
Send us a text In Part 2 of this gripping two-part series, Giovanni Rocco pulls back the curtain on life after the takedown. What happens when the mission ends—but the mask doesn’t come off? This episode explores the personal cost of living undercover: the toll it took on Gio’s mental health, the strain on his marriage, and the distance that grew between him and his children. With raw honesty, Gio shares what it was like to lose himself in the role—and the long road to finding his way back. ...
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1 week ago
44 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#123 "Living the Lie: Undercover with the Mafia" with Giovanni Rocco
Send us a text In this gripping episode, former undercover officer Giovanni Rocco takes listeners deep inside one of the most dangerous assignments in modern law enforcement — infiltrating the MOB. For years, Rocco lived a double life, gaining the trust of some of the most ruthless figures in organized crime while secretly working to bring them down. With raw honesty and unfiltered emotion, Giovanni reveals the mental and emotional toll of living undercover, the split-second decisions that co...
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2 weeks ago
30 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#122- "Special Recipe" with Regional Attorney Marsha Todd
Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, Houston Area Regional Attorney Marsha Todd shares how her remarkable journey from the Houston Police Department to the courtroom shaped her approach to defending Texas law enforcement officers. Marsha reflects on her years serving in Houston Police Narcotics — where she learned firsthand the intensity, integrity, and teamwork it takes to serve on the front lines. Later, she brought that same dedication to the Houston Police De...
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3 weeks ago
45 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#121- "Lighting the Way with Special Olympics Texas"
Send us a text In this inspiring episode, we welcome Sharon Hernandez, Law Enforcement Torch Run Coordinator for Special Olympics Texas, and Katrina Cordova, dedicated SOTX volunteer, to discuss how a partnership built on service and compassion continues to transform lives across the state. Sharon and Katrina share heartfelt stories of the connection between Texas law enforcement and Special Olympics athletes—how each event, from the Torch Run to statewide competitions, represents courage, in...
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1 month ago
34 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#120- "Blue Hearts, Strong Futures" with Felicia Barragan
Send us a text At just 26 years old, Edinburg Police Officer Felicia Barragan has already lived a lifetime of service. A U.S. Army veteran, patrol officer, and self-defense instructor, Barragan is also the founder of the Blue Heart Initiative—a grassroots program designed to connect law enforcement officers with elementary students in her community. In this episode, we dive into Barragan’s journey from soldier to street cop, and how her vision for the Blue Heart Initiative is shaping the next...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#119- "The Impact of 8%" with TMRS Marin Emma & Shannon Lucero
Send us a text For the second time, the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) joins the Blue Grit Podcast to talk about what could be a historic shift for public safety retirement in Texas. Guests Marin Emma and Shannon Lucero from TMRS break down a new bill that, if passed, would raise both the employee contribution and the city match to 8%. The conversation dives into how this proposed change would impact officers across the state, what it means for long-term retirement security, and why...
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#118- "Made in Mabank" with Director Luke Shafer
Send us a text What happens when small-town values meet the challenges of modern policing? TMPA Board Director Luke Schaefer takes us from the pastures of Mabank, Texas to the leadership ranks of the Tyler Police Department. Inspired by his grandfather, a Sheriff in Van Zandt County, Schaefer joined Tyler PD in 2006 and has since witnessed the evolution of policing—through technology, culture, and public perception—while staying true to community service. He shares gripping stories from his t...
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2 months ago
47 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#117- " The Recall" with TCMPA President Rachel Spahr and Lisa Chandler
Send us a text In this follow-up episode, we continue the conversation on the leadership crisis unfolding in Texas City. TCMPA President Rachel Spahr joins by phone, with board member Lisa Chandler, to shed light on the ongoing fallout with embattled Mayor Dedrick Johnson and the community-driven recall effort now underway. Lisa brings a board member’s perspective on how the toxic leadership at City Hall has not only fueled mistrust and low morale among officers but has also spilled over int...
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2 months ago
27 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#116- " Media Madness & the Legal Response" with Lance Lorusso
Send us a text In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we sit down with national use-of-force expert and law enforcement attorney Lance LoRusso—a former officer turned legal warrior who’s represented over 180 officers in critical incidents. From patrol to prosecution, Lance knows the stakes. He breaks down what really happens when officers are thrust into the legal spotlight—where the headlines are loud, but the facts often get buried. 🔹 Why the real question in officer-involved shootings i...
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3 months ago
24 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#115- "75 years strong" with Kevin Lawrence
Send us a text In this special episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we’re joined by TMPA Executive Director Kevin Lawrence for an exclusive update on the highly anticipated 75th Anniversary TMPA Conference. Kevin walks us through what's in store for this historic celebration—from dynamic speakers and training opportunities to the live auction benefiting TMPA Charities and unforgettable events honoring the men and women who have built this organization into what it is today. We also take a powerf...
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3 months ago
1 hour 4 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#114- "From Fireworks to Fatalities: Inside Central Texas’ Deadliest Flood"
Send us a text In this gripping episode, TMPA Field Representative Joey Sepulveda joins us to share the raw, heartbreaking reality of what unfolded over Independence Day weekend in Central Texas. As rivers surged over 26 feet in just 45 minutes, entire communities were wiped out—but our first responders didn’t run. Joey paints a vivid picture of the devastation in the Hill Country and the unrelenting grit of officers, deputies, firefighters, and EMS risking their lives to save others, many of...
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4 months ago
44 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#113- "Standing in for Kyle: A Graduation of Brotherhood" with Jenn and Zoey Henricksen
Send us a text In this powerful and emotional episode, we sit down with Jenn and Zoey Henricksen — the wife and daughter of Officer Kyle Henricksen, a devoted California police officer and loving father of four who tragically passed away at just 36 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Jenn and Zoey share the heartbreak of Kyle’s diagnosis and the painful journey through his final days — but they also reveal something beautiful: how the Thin Blue Line has never stopped showing up ...
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4 months ago
50 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#112- "Molotovs and Misinformation"
Send us a text In this explosive episode, we sit down with Matthew Silverman, President of FLEOA, to discuss the mounting dangers facing federal law enforcement, especially those serving with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Silverman illuminates the political demonization his members face while simply enforcing the laws they swore to uphold. We discuss how rhetoric and misinformation have turned ICE officers into targets, both in the media and on the streets. From Molotov cocktails...
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5 months ago
36 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#111- "The Gardner Brothers’ Call to Duty"
Send us a text In this unforgettable episode, we sit down with the legendary Gardner brothers—Wendall, Clint, Darrell, Kenneth, and Vic—whose combined service with the Tyler Police Department stands as a true testament to family, courage, and commitment. Each brother took a unique path into law enforcement, yet all shared the same unwavering sense of duty to protect and serve. We dive into their early influences, what drew them to the badge, and the powerful bond that shaped their careers. Th...
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5 months ago
46 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#110- "Boots in the Rotunda" with John Wilkerson and Bryan Flatt
Send us a text In this powerful legislative recap, John Wilkerson and Bryan Flatt return from the front lines of the 89th Texas Legislative Session to break down the wins, battles, and behind-the-scenes grit it took to defend and advance law enforcement interests at the Capitol. From late-night negotiations to hard-hitting testimony, this episode dives deep into how TMPA’s legislative team doesn’t just push policy—they build trusted relationships that deliver results. Wilkerson and Flatt shar...
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5 months ago
57 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#109- "Topless Chaos" with Sheriff Jimmy Fullen
Send us a text In this episode, we break down the unprecedented law enforcement operation that took over Crystal Beach during the infamous “Go Topless Jeep Weekend.” After years of escalating violence, lawlessness, and emergency calls stretching resources thin, Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen said enough was enough. This wasn’t just a weekend patrol—it was a full-scale operation. Seventeen law enforcement agencies came together, deploying over 600 additional officers to the Bolivar Peni...
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5 months ago
24 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#108- "The Final Salute" with FWPD Jason Back
Send us a text In this moving episode, we sit down with Fort Worth Police Pipe Major Jason Back and Plano Police Sergeant and TMPA Past President James Babb to explore the deep sense of duty and honor behind the sound of the pipes. For Jason Back, leading the Fort Worth Police Pipe & Drum isn’t just about sound—it’s about memory, legacy, and honoring the ultimate sacrifice. From playing the final calls at officer funerals to representing Fort Worth at national memorials and civic events, ...
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6 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#107- "Mayor Mayhem" with Juan Lucea
Send us a text In this explosive episode, Balcones Heights City Councilman Juan Lecea pulls no punches as he exposes the toxic leadership of Mayor Johnny Rodriguez. Councilman Lecea discusses the mayor’s troubling pattern of targeting the Balcones Heights Police Department, including personal attacks, attempts to dismantle collective bargaining rights, and a broader agenda that threatens public safety and officer morale. This candid conversation sheds light on the growing tension inside...
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6 months ago
31 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
#106- "Bear's Necessities" with Melania Doe Part 2
Send us a text In Part 2 of this gripping two-part series, host Clint McNear goes beyond the investigation and into the aftermath—what really happens when a life is traded for testimony. The story of Melania Doe’s family continues, but this time, the focus shifts from the criminal case to the collateral damage. Bear, a longtime federal informant embedded deep within violent criminal networks, made the ultimate trade: his freedom for cooperation. But that deal didn’t come without cost. Throu...
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6 months ago
45 minutes

Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
Send us a text In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we sit down with Jim Bedinger, Division President, and Jorge Mendoza, Vice President of the National Police Federal Credit Union, to talk about how their organization is helping law enforcement officers nationwide keep more of their hard-earned money. As a proud TMPA partner, the National Police Federal Credit Union offers exclusive financial benefits designed specifically for those who serve — including mortgage rates 1% below market ...