Law Enforcement Episodes

Hear from law enforcement professionals discussing their experiences with addiction, the challenges they face, and their insights into combating substance abuse in communities.
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Sept. 3, 2026

Pilots Getting High? Why Dropping Marijuana to Schedule 3 Puts Public Safety at Risk

Jo McGuire, Executive Director of NDASA, delivers a powerful warning: rescheduling marijuana to Schedule III could end THC testing for pilots, bus drivers, truckers, and other workers who protect millions of lives every day. She shares the human cost of impairment on the job and urges the public to demand a federal safety carve‑out before tragedy strikes.
Pilots Getting High? Why Dropping Marijuana to Schedule 3 Puts Public Safety at Risk
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Pilots Getting High? Why Dropping Marijuana to Schedule 3 Puts Public Safety at Risk
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Nov. 27, 2025

Director Donnie Anderson Fighting the Chinese in Oklahome

**Ready for an inside look at the war on drugs in Oklahoma?** We're sitting down with **Donnie Anderson**, the **Director of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control (OBNDDC)**. With **over 30 years** on the front lines, Director Anderson is a true law enforcement veteran. From starting out at the Garvin County Sheriff's Office to leading the charge against major drug and violent crime task forces, he's seen it all. Before taking the reins at OBNDDC, he even served as...
Director Donnie Anderson Fighting the Chinese in Oklahome
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Director Donnie Anderson Fighting the Chinese in Oklahome
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July 24, 2025

Derek Maltz - Fighting Against Drugs Where it Counts

Get Ready for a Deep Dive Into Global Drug Enforcement and National Security Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Derek S. Maltz, a 28-year veteran of the DEA and one of the most influential voices in the fight against transnational crime. As the former Special Agent in Charge of the DEA’s Special Operations Division (SOD), Derek led over 500 personnel and helped coordinate the capture of cartel kingpins like El Chapo Guzmán. Maltz played a pivotal role in transforming global drug enfor...
Derek Maltz - Fighting Against Drugs Where it Counts
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Derek Maltz - Fighting Against Drugs Where it Counts
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Feb. 26, 2025

Dan Zsido - Educating on Narcan and Saving Lives 2025

Dan Zsido has had 15 years of narcotics investigative experience with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. He established and supervised the Strategic Diversion Task Force investigating pharmaceutical crimes, doctor shopping, fraud, trafficking and...
Dan Zsido - Educating on Narcan and Saving Lives 2025
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Dan Zsido - Educating on Narcan and Saving Lives 2025
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Oct. 18, 2024

Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland - Drugs at the Southern Border

Thaddeus’ service to this country began its course while proudly serving in the United States Air Force. He served on the Terrell County Independent School District School Board for eight years and as the Board President four of those years. His...
Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland - Drugs at the Southern Border
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Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland - Drugs at the Southern Border
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July 12, 2024

Rick Mountcastle and Ed Bisch Forcing the Sacklers to Admit Guilt

Ed Bisch's son died of an overdose of Oxycontin. Ed didn't sit by. He started researching Oxycontin and its manufacturer - Purdue Pharma; AND the family behind it - The Sacklers. He has been fighting this battle for years and doesn't see giving up...
Rick Mountcastle and Ed Bisch Forcing the Sacklers to Admit Guilt
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Rick Mountcastle and Ed Bisch Forcing the Sacklers to Admit Guilt
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March 15, 2024

Michael Gray Fentanyl and the Poisoning of America

Michael Gray is the CEO of Actus Analytical, Inc., which develops spectroscopy solutions for public safety compliance, illicit drug detection, agricultural productivity, and other applications. Michael and his wife Nancy founded The Actus Foundation,...
Michael Gray Fentanyl and the Poisoning of America
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Michael Gray Fentanyl and the Poisoning of America
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March 1, 2024

Ricki Friedman Stepping Away from Adderall

Ricki Friedman is a motivational speaker, visionary, educator, and podcaster who takes you on the walk with her as she embarks on a life-changing journey of growth, healing, and expansion. Her humor, way with words, wisdom, and vulnerability make you...
Ricki Friedman Stepping Away from Adderall
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Ricki Friedman Stepping Away from Adderall
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Feb. 17, 2024

Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland Drug Trafficking at the Southern Border

Thaddeus’ service to this country began its course while proudly serving in the United States Air Force. He served on the Terrell County Independent School District School Board for eight years and as the Board President four of those years. His...
Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland Drug Trafficking at the Southern Border
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Sheriff Thaddeus Cleveland Drug Trafficking at the Southern Border
351
Nov. 10, 2023

Nily Ilan Heartbroken Mom Teaching the Truth About Drugs

Nily Ilan lost her son 4 years ago to fentanyl poisoning.  He had become addicted to painkillers after a devastating car accident and even though he had tried rehab, he relapsed and bought what he thought was heroin.  However, it was laced...
Nily Ilan Heartbroken Mom Teaching the Truth About Drugs
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Nily Ilan Heartbroken Mom Teaching the Truth About Drugs
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Nov. 3, 2023

Ray Schall Savings Lives at Narconon Suncoast

I’m a native Floridian, born and raised in Sarasota. I had a very normal Floridian childhood, swimming and fishing in local ponds and lakes. Nothing extraordinary. I graduated Sarasota High School in 1982 and joined the United States Army. I served...
Ray Schall Savings Lives at Narconon Suncoast
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Ray Schall Savings Lives at Narconon Suncoast
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Oct. 20, 2023

Ed Bisch and Rick Mountcastle Taking the Opioid Fight to the Supreme Court

Ed Bisch's son died of an overdose of Oxycontin.  Ed didn't sit by.  He started researching Oxycontin and its manufacturer - Purdue Pharma; AND the family behind it - The Sacklers.  He has been fighting this battle for years and doesn't...
Ed Bisch and Rick Mountcastle Taking the Opioid Fight to the Supreme Court
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Ed Bisch and Rick Mountcastle Taking the Opioid Fight to the Supreme Court
344
Sept. 22, 2023

Dan Zsido Educating about Narcan Saving Lives

Dan Zsido has had 15 years of narcotics investigative experience with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. He established and supervised the Strategic Diversion Task Force investigating pharmaceutical crimes, doctor shopping, fraud, trafficking and...
Dan Zsido Educating about Narcan Saving Lives
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Dan Zsido Educating about Narcan Saving Lives
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Sept. 15, 2023

Thaddeus Cleveland Drug Trafficking at the US Border

Thaddeus’ service to this country began its course while proudly serving in the United States Air Force. He served on the Terrell County Independent School District School Board for eight years and as the Board President four of those years. ...
Thaddeus Cleveland Drug Trafficking at the US Border
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Thaddeus Cleveland Drug Trafficking at the US Border
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Aug. 18, 2023

Rev. Christian Janson - Unwavering Resolve to Recover

Rev. Christian Janson Step into the gripping world of redemption and resilience with Rev. Christian Janson, the indomitable power behind the awe-inspiring Most High Ministries. Brace yourself for a tale of triumph over darkness, as he emerges from the...
Rev. Christian Janson - Unwavering Resolve to Recover
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Rev. Christian Janson - Unwavering Resolve to Recover
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March 24, 2023

Bill Bodner DEA What the DEA is doing to Fight Drug Trafficking

William “Bill” Bodner, a 31 year veteran of the Drug Enforcement Administration, assumed the role of Special Agent in Charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration, Los Angeles Field Division in June, 2019. As the Special Agent in Charge, Mr....
Bill Bodner DEA What the DEA is doing to Fight Drug Trafficking
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Bill Bodner DEA What the DEA is doing to Fight Drug Trafficking
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Feb. 28, 2023

Derek Maltz former DEA. Details the Massive Rise in Fentanyl Deaths

Derek S. Maltz retired from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) after 28 years of dedicated service and is currently working for Pen-Link Ltd as the Executive Director, Government Relations. Mr. Maltz is also a National Security, Public Safety...
Derek Maltz former DEA. Details the Massive Rise in Fentanyl Deaths
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Derek Maltz former DEA. Details the Massive Rise in Fentanyl Deaths
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Feb. 17, 2023

Rev Fred Shaw the Shocking Over Medicating of our Children

Reverend Frederick Shaw is the Director of Public Affairs and Spokesperson for the Citizens Commission on Human Rights International (CCHR), a more than 50-year mental health industry watchdog. He’s also the Executive Director of the NAACP...
Rev Fred Shaw the Shocking Over Medicating of our Children
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Rev Fred Shaw the Shocking Over Medicating of our Children
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Aug. 5, 2022

John Brownlee - The Prosecutor Who Helped Bring Down Purdue Pharma

John Brownlee is a former federal prosecutor whose prosecution and conviction of Purdue Pharma, the manufacturer of the widely abused opioid, OxyContin, was portrayed in the hit Hulu series Dopesick, starring Michael Keaton, Rosario Dawson, and Jake...
John Brownlee - The Prosecutor Who Helped Bring Down Purdue Pharma
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John Brownlee - The Prosecutor Who Helped Bring Down Purdue Pharma
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July 8, 2022

American Cartel - Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz - Inside the Battle to Bring Down the Opioid Industry

In this podcast episode, we interview the courageous authors of “American Cartel-Inside the Battle to Bring Down the Opioid Industry” - Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz.  Scott and Sari give behind the scenes detail about their definitive...
American Cartel - Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz - Inside the Battle to Bring Down the Opioid Industry
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American Cartel - Scott Higham and Sari Horwitz - Inside the Battle to Bring Down the Opioid Industry
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June 24, 2022

Jeffrey B. Simon - Fighting the War Against Drug Addiction in the Courts

Jeffrey B. Simon is a legal commentator and founding partner of SIMON GREENSTONE PANATIER, PC.  Ranked as one of the Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney’s within America and Co-Chair of the National Opioid Litigation Conference, Mr. Simon is...
Jeffrey B. Simon - Fighting the War Against Drug Addiction in the Courts
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Jeffrey B. Simon - Fighting the War Against Drug Addiction in the Courts
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May 6, 2022

Michael Brown - Former DEA agent - The drug scene today

After College, Michael Brown was assigned to the DEA Detroit, Michigan Field Division Office. Director participated in several high-profile narcotics investigations and later volunteered for the first DEA Detroit Field Office Mobile Enforcement Team...
Michael Brown - Former DEA agent - The drug scene today
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Michael Brown - Former DEA agent - The drug scene today
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Feb. 18, 2022

Rick Mountcastle - the Real Hero behind Dopesick - the mini series

Rick Mountcastle served as a federal prosecutor for more than 32 years, first at the Department of Justice and later at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Virginia. As a senior trial attorney in DOJ’s Criminal Tax Enforcement...
Rick Mountcastle - the Real Hero behind Dopesick - the mini series
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Rick Mountcastle - the Real Hero behind Dopesick - the mini series
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Oct. 8, 2021

Dr. Stephen Gelfand - a Pioneer in Battling Opioid Addiction

Dr. Gelfand is a board-certified rheumatologist with over 40 years clinical and teaching experience. Over the last three years he was involved with patient care and teaching rheumatology to a new Internal Medicine Residency Program of HCA in Myrtle...
Dr. Stephen Gelfand - a Pioneer in Battling Opioid Addiction
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Dr. Stephen Gelfand - a Pioneer in Battling Opioid Addiction