The Blue Heart Podcast

 A single father is alone at home in his apartment when someone comes to his door. Police say it appears Stephen Spina was ambushed, stabbed repeatedly and left to die in a pool of blood. He is soon discovered by his girlfriend who comes to meet him for lunch. When police arrive on the scene they are shocked – they know the victim! Police have investigated Spina's murder for 16 years, sifting through interviews, evidence, and motives – their investigation is focused, but they need something more. Listen Now to Death at the Door – Who Killed Stephen Spina? 

Capt. Steve Neal (ret)  from Chesterfield PD in Virginia has 2 books out:  Toxic Bosses and Bearing Witness to Evil. He talks with Lt Joe about surviving a toxic boss and the first execution of a criminal based on DNA evidence. 
This episode sponsored by Blue360Media.com  and MedicalEssentialDiagnostics.com

Law Enforcement work presents some unique challenges and dangers to the men and women who serve their communities. Lt. Joe covers the mind set for survival through his own experience and understanding to commit to your actions. 

Report writing can make or break a case.  Many officers do a great job but then write a less than great report.  Lt Joe will breakdown the areas of importance in a law enforcement report starting with describing what you see. More to come.  Be a great report writer. 

Lt Ed Segarra, has a distinguished career in law enforcement, he started his professional career as a US Marine, then moved to Corrections and finally to a police department. Ed and Lt Joe talk training, career and the value of service.  

This episode of APB Cold case portrays how dynamic our profession can be - going from one tragedy to the next, and then a ray of hope. For those of us in lawenforcement we can relate to this story - and for those who are not,it provides that behind the badge perspective from the people who areout there on holidays and on night patrol protecting and serving our communities.

Years of Experience come together as Lt Joe and Chief Wallentine cover many areas. 

Ty Dennis an amazing law enforcement officer with a huge following. He trying to make a difference!

The Incel Community is a potentially dangerous group of people who feel isolated from most of society. Incel Ideology has led to attacks and deaths. Criminal investigators must understand this ideology.      

Conducting a vehicular pursuit was once a common LE practice, but it is now restricted or banned in many places except for certain reasons.  Lt Joe looks at some things to consider if you are going to engage in a pursuit.