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A podcast that explores the “Greatest Show on Earth” everyday life & politics of NYC and the NYPD. Explore the life & careers of our guests. Hear real unfiltered views & opinions from those who at one time policed the streets of NYC. Hear True Crime Stories like you never heard them before! THE FINEST UNFILTERED PODCAST
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In this episode, we break down the NYPD’s 2026 State of the Union, including key statements from the NYPD Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch. We discuss the good, bad and the ugly !
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On this episode we discuss NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran being found guilty of manslaughter, a verdict that has sent shockwaves through law enforcement ranks and reigniting debates over police training, use-of-force standards, and political accountability in New York City.
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New York City Council members are once again calling to “demilitarize” the NYPD, reviving familiar demands to scale back specialized units and disband the NYPD’s Strategic Response Group (SRG) altogether.
In this episode, we break down what demilitarization actually means, why SRG continues to be a political target, and how crowd control, counterterrorism, and public order policing are being intentionally mischaracterized in today’s political climate.
We’ll also cover the latest NYC news, including policy decisions that affect public safety, morale inside the NYPD, and the growing disconnect between City Hall rhetoric and real-world policing realities.
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On Episode 50 of the Executive Perspective, Ron and Rob delve into the recently released Body Worn Camera footage of a police-involved shooting in Queens. The incident involved a male who charged at the officers with a knife. Mayor Mamdani is using this incident to justify his Department of Community Safety (DCS) stance, arguing that police should not respond to individuals experiencing mental crises. They will explore the potential dangers faced by social workers in the absence of police presence.
The discussion will also cover the city’s responses to the recent “Code Blue” in New York City, including the resulting deaths and the challenges posed by the snowstorm and the subsequent cleanup efforts. Another pressing issue is the impact of the recent reduction in overtime mandated by the city on the attrition rate that the NYPD is already grappling with. Join the live chat for an engaging discussion.
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NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch’s refusal to work with ICE raises serious questions about public safety, accountability, and the role of policing in a politically divided city.
We break it all down and also cover the latest NYC news, from City Hall to the streets.
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In this episode we explore New York City warning residents to stay indoors as dangerously low temperatures and sub-zero wind chills swept through the city yet the refused to suspend NYPD Mobile Field Force (MFF) where officers are ordered to stand outside, overnight on footposts for hours at a time, We alsodiscuss the latest scandals sweeping NYC and the NYPD.
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New York City is facing a $12 billion budget deficit and the decisions made now will shape public safety, services, and quality of life for years to come.
On this episode of Finest Unfiltered, we break down how NYC got here, what a deficit of this size actually means, and why public safety units like the NYPD’s Strategic Response Group (SRG) are now being dragged into the political crosshairs.
We cover:
What a $12 billion deficit means in real terms.
Where NYC spending has increased and where cuts are being proposed.
Zohran Mamdani’s statement that he would disband the NYPD’s SRG.
Why eliminating specialized public-order units during a fiscal crisis carries serious consequences.
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In episode 49 of the Executive Perspective, Ron and Rob delve into the recent incident involving the US Border Patrol and an armed protester. They explore the legality of carrying firearms at protests and demonstrations, as well as the responsibilities of individuals who lawfully carry firearms when interacting with law enforcement. They also discuss the training provided to concealed carry permit holders and whether the latest shooting could have been prevented. Join the live chat for another intense debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Attorney Peter J. Gleason, Esq. joins New York's Finest: Retired & Unfiltered to break down a newly filed Department of Investigation (DOI) complaint alleging corruption, criminal misconduct, and systematic cover-ups within the FDNY.
Peter brings a rare and unmatched perspective — he is not only a practicing attorney, but also a retired member of both the NYPD and the FDNY, giving him firsthand insight into internal operations, investigations, and accountability failures.
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On this episode of the Finest Unfiltered, we break down the bizarre NYC beach incident where an aggressive raccoon charged a group of people, and was shot by police. An NYPD sergeant was stripped of badge and gun as a result .
We’ll also analyze the ICE shooting in Minnesota, unpacking what happened, what authorities are saying, and why the incident has sparked national outrage and protests.
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Does free speech still exist when law enforcement shows up at your door?
In this episode of Finest Unfiltered, we break down two disturbing incidents that raise serious questions about free speech, government power, and law enforcement overreach.
In Miami Beach, police responded to interview a woman after she made a Facebook post criticizing the Mayor of Miami Beach. Was this a routine welfare check or an example of speech triggering a police response?
We also discuss a separate incident in Brooklyn, where NYPD detectives were allegedly mistreated at a hospital after staff mistakenly believed they were ICE agents, highlighting growing hostility toward law enforcement and the consequences of political narratives.
This episode examines:
• The First Amendment and criticism of public officials
• When police responses cross into intimidation or chilling speech
• Law enforcement caught between politics and public perception
• The broader impact on cops, civilians, and constitutional rights
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On episode 48 of the Executive Perspective, Retired Inspector Joe Courtesis memorializes his career of over two decades in the NYPD. Joe rose the ranks and commanded the 106 and 105 Precincts, the Detective Bureau Central Investigations Section, and Real Time Crime Center. He was also the Executive Officer of the Office of the Chief of Department in charge of the CompStat unit. In retirement Joe has founded JCour Consulting and is the Senior VP of 3SI Security Systems, Global Law Enforcement Division. He is also a member of the Facial Identification Working Group and much more. Join us to hear Joe’s career “on the job” and beyond.
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A verified lawsuit filed in New York Supreme Court alleges retaliation at the highest levels of the NYPD.
In this episode of Finest Unfiltered, retired NYPD Lieutenants John D. Macari Jr. and Eric S. Dym break down the lawsuit brought by a sitting NYPD Captain against the City of New York and senior NYPD officials.
According to the complaint, the plaintiff alleges:
• A punitive transfer commonly referred to as “highway therapy”
• Removal from meaningful duties and access
• An allegedly false anonymous complaint
• Overtime denial
• And alleged interference with the promotion process
The lawsuit names Kaz Daughtry, John Chell, and Joseph Gulotta, each alleged to have played different roles in the claimed retaliation.
This episode examines:
️ What the lawsuit alleges
️ How command authority can be misused
️ Why this case matters to every rank-and-file cop
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In this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we break down internal NYPD Equity & Inclusion documents that reveal a coordinated effort to reshape the NYPD Highway Unit through DEI driven policies not merit.
The documents outline plans to:
Modify Harley Davidson Road Kings to reduce clutch resistance
Alter physical and operational standards to accommodate “smaller statures”
Create gender- and race-targeted training sessions with guaranteed interviews
Recruit exclusively from preferred demographic groups
Engineer outcomes instead of rewarding qualifications and performance
We examine how these proposals may violate civil service law, undermine equal opportunity, risk equipment safety and warranties, and ultimately endanger public safety.
This episode asks the hard question:
When standards are changed to fit an agenda, who pays the price?
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In this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we break down internal NYPD promotion data and a 2018 NYPD-commissioned study by Columbia Business School that raises serious questions about whether NYPD promotions are truly merit-based.
The data shows a more than four-year difference in promotion timelines from Captain to Deputy Inspector based on race and gender. Asian male captains waited the longest on average, while other groups were promoted significantly faster disparities the NYPD has never clearly explained.
Discussed is an NYPD-commissioned study, promotion data, and a former Chief’s own words, which raises serious questions about merit, race, and discretion inside NYPD promotions. We break down the evidence.
This episode is data-driven, source-based, and focused on process, accountability, and transparency not politics.
*If you have ever felt you were wrongfully passed over for a discretionary promotion in the NYPD you are going to want to tune in.
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In episode 47 of the Executive Perspective, Ron and Rob delve into the intricacies of investigating police-involved shootings. They explore the contrasting nature of laws and departmental policies, highlighting how these differences can potentially lead to civil liability. They also examine the role of politics in such investigations and provide a behind-the-scenes look at the realities, rather than the rhetoric.
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On this episode, John Macari breaks down the wild controversy surrounding former NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the explosive “NYC Token” meme-coin project that has everyone asking the same question: Is this just political hype gone wrong or a full-blown rug pull?
John discusses: How the “NYC Token” was introduced as a feel-good initiative tied to combating antisemitism only to implode almost immediately. Who was behind the coin, who benefited, and what early investors and critics are now alleging. Also discussed is whether or not Adams or his inner circle face legal exposure, and how this compares to classic NYC corruption schemes.
It should be noted after NYC Token crashed 80% and after allegations of rug pulling, a spokesperson for the token says this is just a sign of the popularity of the token, and its mission to fight antisemitism and "anti-Americanism." "THE TEAM HAS NOT WITHDRAWN ANY MONEY FROM THE ACCOUNT."
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On this episode of the Finest Unfiltered John & Eric sit down with Former NY Senate Senator Hiram Monserrate.
Hiram Monserrate is announcing another run for NY State Senate.
https://queenseagle.com/all/2025/12/5/monserrate-runs-again-this-time-against-his-former-staffer
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On this episode of New York's Finest : Retired & Unfiltered Podcast John, Eric & Marlon discuss how the recent shooting involving ICE has exposed the traitors within.
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On this episode of New York's Finest : Retired & Unfiltered Podcast John, Eric & Marlon analyze the videos of the ICE shooting in Minnesota that cost Renee Nicole Good her life. They discuss whether or not the shooting is Justified in their usual unfiltered straight to the point manner.
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