Wish We Were Here, Episode 8: CSPD Black -- The True Story of COS' First African American Detective

Update: 2015-08-22

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On this episode of Wish We Were Here, we bring you the story of Ron Stallworth . In the 1970s , he became the first black detective ever to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. He's also the author of Black Klansman , a memoir about one of his most memorable investigations, which you'll hear about in this episode. Music in this episode is mostly from the amazing Free Music Archive . You'll hear pieces by Lee Rosevere, Sarin, Podington Bear, Deadly Combo, Chris Zabriski, Kevin McLeod, Antony Raijekov, and All Shall Be Well. You'll also hear music by the Budos Band.

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Wish We Were Here, Episode 8: CSPD Black -- The True Story of COS' First African American Detective

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Wish We Were Here, Episode 8: CSPD Black -- The True Story of COS' First African American Detective

Wish We Were Here, Episode 8: CSPD Black -- The True Story of COS' First African American Detective