New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast

In this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, we break down the sentencing of NYPD Sergeant Erik Duran and what it means for policing, accountability, and public safety in New York City.

Was this a justified sentenceor another example of the system turning its back on proactive police work?

Retired NYPD Lieutenants John Macari & Eric Dym along with retired NYPD Detectives Marlon Bethel & Mike Smith deep di...

In the Executive Perspective episode 59, Ron and Rob delve into the controversy surrounding New York State Attorney General Tish James’s prosecution of an NYPD officer for an off-duty fatal accident. The officer is accused of being under the influence of alcohol. The state has the authority to investigate and prosecute any law enforcement officer for offenses committed on or off duty, regardless of whether they are related to their...

Join us on New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered as we sit down with New York gubernatorial candidate Larry Sharpe to discuss his vision for the future of New York.

Sharpe, a Libertarian candidate and former Marine, breaks down his policies on crime, the economy, government overreach, and what he believes is needed to fix New York.

About Larry Sharpe:

Larry Sharpe is a businessman, entrepreneur, Marine Corps veteran, and poli...

Auto theft is surging across New York City and it’s not random. Organized car theft rings and reckless “car takeover” events are putting NYC residents, businesses, and police officers at serious risk.

Join John & Marlon on New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered as they break down:

The rise of organized auto theft rings in NYC
How illegal car takeovers are being coordinated
Why current policies are failing to stop repeat of...

In the Executive Perspective episode 58, Ron and Rob will explore the recent New York City Council bills that mandate the NYPD to establish 100-foot “security perimeters” around houses of worship, schools, and educational facilities. This move follows recent pro-Palestinian protests in NYC and Queens targeting synagogues.

Additionally, they’ll discuss the NYPD’s recent change in reporting requirements for hate crimes. These crimes ...

Corruption, chaos, and consequences in NYC.

Join The Finest Unfiltered as we break down the latest developments shaking New York City:

NYC Corruption Scandal — What’s really going on behind these migrant contracts?
️ The Diller Verdict — A decision that’s igniting outrage across the city
7-Month-Old Murdered — The devastating reality of gang violence
Public Safety Crisis — How leadership decisions are impacting the streets

This is ...

In this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, we sit down with retired NYPD Captain John Monaghan to break down his life, career, and mission after the NYPD.

From his time rising through the ranks in one of the toughest police departments in the world to becoming a Harvard Kennedy School graduate, expert witness, author, and founder of The Key, Monaghan shares the experiences that shaped his leadership and his con...

In the Executive Perspective episode 56, Ron and Rob explore Mayor Mamdani and Commissioner Tisch’s announcement regarding the codification of the Body-Worn Camera (BWC) policy. They examine whether this policy will enhance transparency and improve police-community relations.
Additionally, they discuss the recent NYC Council bill that would grant the Civilian Complaint Review Board independent access to BWC footage and the authorit...

HYPOCRISY ON FULL DISPLAY IN NYC

The so-called “No Kings” protests claim to stand against authority and power… yet the reality tells a very different story.

In this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, we break down the contradictions behind the movement, the dangerous political narratives shaping NYC, and how it all ties into the latest NYPD and City Hall decisions impacting public safety.

We cover:

The hypocris...

On this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Eric and Marlon discuss recent news of New York City declining to continue representing former Eric Adams officials Jeffrey Maddrey and Tim Pearson in their respective sexual harassment lawsuits. Was this entire ordeal a reflection of the NYPD leadership culture and political loyalties inside One Police Plaza?

In light of the recent news of NYC's oncoming fiscal difficu...

NYC Council is pushing policies that could weaken NYPD Counterterrorism operations and the consequences could be serious.

In this episode, we break down how new political decisions, protest restrictions, and anti-police legislation are impacting the NYPD’s ability to prevent and respond to terrorism threats in New York City.

At the beginning of this episode, we are joined by Retired NYPD Captain George Misfud of The Key, who breaks...

On this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Eric and Marlon discuss recent news of an off-duty NYPD Cop being involved in a shooting in the Kingsbridge section of the bronx. What's going on here and Why hasn't there been any updates from One Police Plaza? Was this even a good idea on the part of the officer?

Could there be some NYPD perception management here?

The Finest Unfiltered provides an inside perspective ...

In the Executive Perspective episode 57, Ron and Rob will delve into the recent New York Post article that highlights the significant number of NYPD members with over 20 years of service who are eligible for retirement. They will explore Mayor Mamdani’s plan to drastically reduce overtime, which could impact their pension totals and potentially force these officers to retire to secure their financial future.

Furthermore, they will ...

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On this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, John, Eric and Marlon break down NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s Department of Community Safety (DCS) , a new agency that could fundamentally reshape how 911 calls are handled.

Here’s what you need to know:

Over 4.3 million 911 calls handled by the NYPD in 2024

More than 123,000 emotionally disturbed person (EDP) calls

Now, City Hall wants to shift responsibilities away fro...

A terrorist attack was narrowly avoided at a protest in New York City on Saturday after two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were deployed but failed to detonate.

The incident has raised serious questions about public safety, protest security, and the NYPD’s response posture at mass gatherings.

In this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, John, Eric & Marlon breaks down the facts surrounding the failed att...

On the Executive Perspective episode 55, Ron and Rob delve into the NYPD’s preparedness and response to the ISIS-inspired improvised explosive device (IED) attack in New York City over the weekend. They scrutinize the limitations imposed on the NYPD by the 2023 Protest Settlement Agreement signed by Mayor Eric Adams and now enforced by Mayor Mamdani. They question how these limitations hindered the NYPD’s ability to maintain public...

On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, retired NYPD Lieutenants John Macari and Eric Dym sit down with former New York City Councilman Bob Holden to discuss the wave of legislation passed over the last several years that many believe has weakened the NYPD and undermined public safety in New York City.

Holden, one of the few voices in the City Council who consistently pushed back against anti-police legislation, breaks down how l...

On this episode of New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered John, Eric and Marlon break down the alarming incident in which an explosive device was thrown during a protest in New York City.

Thankfully the device failed to cause mass casualties, but the incident raises serious questions about crowd control, protest security, and whether the NYPD was properly prepared to handle a potential terrorist-style threat in one of the busi...