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Bluecoat Foundation's founder, Chris Jay, sits down with family, friends & co-workers of those in law enforcement who have gone through the tragedy of losing loved ones by way of line-of-duty deaths. By discussing the lives of these selfless individuals, Bluecoat Foundation looks to honor their legacies. Through memories, laughter, tears and even at times anger, Bluecoat Foundation seeks to improve the health and safety of those in law enforcement by shedding light onto a topic that can be difficult to discuss.
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On this episode I have a conversation with Ismael Carlos. Ismael has worked as an officer for Santa Monica College PD and is currently a police officer fo the Los Angeles Police Department. He served in the United States military as a tanker in the Marine Corps and served in Combat in Iraq. Carlos dedicates this podcast to his Godson, Ethan Carlos, who passed away recently at a very young age. Please support the Ethan Carlos Foundation, a nonprofit organization, by goi...
On this podcast episode I have a conversation with Tania Owens, widow Sgt Steve Owens. Sgt Owens died in the line-of-duty on October 5th 2016 when he responded to a burglary call in Lancaster, California. This was a very emotional interview as it was recorded at Sgt Owen’s mother’s house. Sgt Owen’s daughter also joined in the talk to give her insight as the child of a fallen deputy. Timeline: 00:01:16 - Discovering Law Enforcement 00:03:00 - Undercover Narco...
Officer Andre Burton is a Field Training Officer in the LAPD. His passion for his career goes back into a rich family history of first responders in the City of Los Angeles. Timestamp: 00:01:38 – Podcast guest open invite! 00:02:11 – The start of a career in law enforcement 00:03:13 – A deeply rooted family affair 00:05:45 – Love story of Ruby Earl Boyd, one of the first Black sheriff to patrol Firestone 00:07:00 – Patrolling the streets and coming across living history 00:09:00 – A ...
THE FALLEN BUT NOT FORGOTTEN PODCAST: Military, Law Enforcement & a Horse Named Lyra David O’Brien is a United States Marine and an LAPD Police Officer. He has worked the Gang Unit and is currently assigned to night watch patrol. Timestamps: 00:01:18 The Clapperboard Intro A gift from Chris's spirit sister, which adds a professional touch to this laidback podcast of sharing memories, experiences and riveting moments of a patrolman's career 00:01:47 - Natalie Blu...
THE FALLEN BUT NOT FORGOTTEN PODCAST Summary: Patrick Sloey is a Field Training Officer for the Los Angeles Police Department. He has worked multiple agencies and now trains probationers on how to be proficient street coppers. We work side-by-side on patrol. We do a deep dive into self-care and managing the inevitable traumas that come with police work both in the professional life and the personal life. Time stamp 00:01:26 - Neon moon by Brooks & Dunn 00:02:31 - ...
On this episode I sat down with Christian Wecker. Wecker authored the book, THE TICKET, and has over 30-years law enforcement experience. 3 of those years are with MTA and 27 years are with the LAPD. He’s worked 77th, Harbor, Newton, Wilshire and is currently assigned to the Los Angeles Police Protective League. Timestamp & Topics 00:01:16 - TC at Crenshaw & Florence 00:03:00 - When a call for help takes a turn 00:04:30 - Why Promote? 00:06:20 - S...
On September 11th 2024 we hosted our 3rd Annual honor workout, THE DOM, in conjunction with our 3rd PROJECT ENDURE. Officer Joe Cirrito completed a 24-hour workout in honor of his friend, Dominic Pezullo, who died in the line-of-duty when the Twin Towers fell on 9/11. During the event, I had the honor to talk with a 27-year retired police officer from the same police department Officer Pezullo was from, The Port Authority Police Department. Robert (Bobby) Egbert was there on 9/11....
Shad Stilkey and I, Chris Jay, have a nostalgic conversation with retired LAPD Lieutenant Barbara. Dedicated to Police Officer Vincent Lawrence Leusch, EOW Sept 22, 1075 Timeline: 01:14 - For the love of gaming 07:44 - 1968: The Beginning of a Career 08:20 - Day-1 on the Beat 17:00 - Watts Riots 23:12 - The 1992 LA Riots 27:18 - The leadership of Chief Gates 28:41 - Woman in Law Enforcement 34:10 - Fallen Officer Vince Leusch 35:58 - LA...
THE FALLEN BUT NOT FORGOTTEN PODCAST: “Second Roll Call”, with Alex Villanueva. For the first time we recorded an episode with a live audience! To watch the video of the recording, click here: https://youtu.be/_wC_azpHH20?si=38SlsPORkcTdwVwY On this episode we dive into former Sheriff Villanueva’s climb through the ranks, the future of policing & navigating line-of-duty deaths as the top sheriff. Guest: Alex Villanueva Former Sheriff of LA County Co-Hosts: •Richard Me...
Timeline: 0:0:08 Introduction. 0:00:53 Who is Father Hicks? 0:05:29 Personal triumphs 0:06:58 Hardly Davidson life 0:09:40 His mission 00:14:56 The power of prayer 00:21:00 Survival techniques 00:24:57 On duty suicide 00:26:00 Dark times, solitary souls & alcoholism 00:34:28 Therapy & mental health 00:36:00 Weakness & Remedies 00:38:00 Father Hicks’ Dedication. 00:40:00 Who does Father Hicks go to when he is in need? 00:42:00 ...
On this episode, we sit down yet again with Richard Medina, this time in his cozy garage. We chatt & riff over a cigar, a whisky & anything that comes across our minds. In honor of his partner, Officer Roberto Sanchez, we included the YouTube video made in remembrance. Special thanks to: •Johnny Castro Art, for allowing us to use his amazing drawings. • Equipe Athletics, for their continued support in creating our shirts. https://equipeathletics.com/ • Claudia ...
Officer Lizarraga passed away in the line-of-duty on Friday, February 20th, 2004. I sat down and spoke with his partner, Joel Ruiz. His story is an inspirational one about healing, camaraderie and about the strong bonds of a police partnership. Outline & Timestamps: 2:00 - “Inked in Honor”: Tattoos, connections & friendships are made. (Side note- To date Bluecoat Foundation is the only organization that puts this together) 4:00 - Project Endure 2 5:03 - Officer Lizarraga: Loyal...
THE FALLEN BUT NOT FORGOTTEN PODCAST - Spanglish Edition - “Being Shot, Losing Brothers in Battle & Healing” with Policia Angel L Colon-Guevara from Policia Estatal de Puerto Rico This podcast is dedicated to: The 3 officers who died in the line-of-duty during the same incident where Officer Colon-Guevara was shot: Agent Luis A. Marrero-Díaz EOW:1/11/21 Agent Eliezer Hernández-Cartagena EOW:1/11/21 Agent Luis X. Salamán-Conde. EOW:1/11/21 In addition, this podcast ...
Claudia Moreno, former police officer with Fresno PD, co-hosts an interview with Chaplain Wilson Rios. Chaplain Wilson started the nonprofit, Policia TSU, an organization that is committed to remember, honor and immortalize the memory of fallen officers in Puerto Rico. https://www.facebook.com/groups/535728907448061/ We end the podcast with a song by Natalie Blue, who will perform an acoustic set for an upcoming Bluecoat Foundation Fundraiser. https://www.natalieblue.com/ ...
Chief Ruben Moyeno is the Chief of Police of the Municipal Police of Carolina Puerto Rico with 37-years of experience. I had the absolute honor to talk to him and talk about his life, experience, his role as a police chief and about the 3 fallen officers that were in his command. We are joined by a special co-host, Claudia Moreno, who is a former police officer for Fresno PD in Central California. (Due to connectivity issues, some portions at the beginning of the podcast are sh...
Officer Pezzulo was a police officer for the Port Authority Police Department in New York. He was a school teacher before he became an officer. Just one year into his career change, he died in the line-of-duty on 9/11 when the World Trade Center towers collapsed. We interviewed Officer Pezzulo's friend and fellow teacher, Offiicer Joe Cirrito, who then became a police officer on the LAPD with a mission in mind to keep Officer Pezzulo's memory alive.Officer Cirrito shares some great memories of his friend and tells us who Dominick Pezzulo was as a person, a teacher, a cop and as a friend.
On this episode we bring together two former guests of our podcasts. Claudia Moreno and Joel Ruiz honor their parters, Officer Jonathan Diaz and Officer Ricardo Lizarraga. They met during a particularly emotional moment at Bluecoat Foundation's Inked in Honor 2021. Through this meeting they have formed a strong bond. They come together here to remember their partners and to offer their own experiences to help others.
Officer Michael Lee Edwards was killed in the line-of-duty on May 11th 1974 at the age of 25. His case remains unsolved to this day. Officer Edward's tour of duty was 5 years and he is survived by his wife and two children. We interviewed his daughter, Tobie Edwards, and her sister, Brandi Edwards live at 2021's INKED IN HONOR. They received matching tattoos which read, "Elvis Lives" in his honor.
Deputy Hudnall died in the line-of-duty on Tuesday November 14th 2006 by way of a traffic collision with a drunk driver. His tour of duty was 9-years. He was 43-years old and is survived by his wife, four children, one grandson, two sisters, and his mother.We interviewed his son, Chancellor Hudnall, who was 2-years old at the time of the incident.
On this episode we honor Deputy Jerry Ortiz of the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department. Deputy Ortiz died in the line-of-duty on June 24th, 2005. We talk to his brother, Art Ortiz, about who Deputy Ortiz a person and as a deputy. Art shares how he got through the toughest times of this tragedy by his faith and by the support of his family and friends. We also want to honor Art's brother-in-law, Officer Manuel Gonzalez who was a California Corrections officer. Officer Gonzalez died in the line-of-duty 6-months prior to Deputy Ortiz passing away. May they both rest in peace. As Art puts it, they are both "Eternally on Watch."
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