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New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast
Hosted by John D. Macari Jr. & Eric S. Dym, Bleav · EN
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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The Gunfire Missing From The NYPD's "Record Low" Shooting Stats
Yesterday03:05:40Tap to summarizeThe NYPD has repeatedly celebrates historic declines in shootings — but what if a major category of gunfire isn't included in the shooting numbers being promoted to the public? Tomorrow on The Finest Unfiltered, we break down NYC Council Int. 935-A, legislation approved by the City Council requiring the NYPD to publicly report confirmed firearm discharges — including incidents where nobody was struck by gunfire. For years, the NYPD's publicly reported shooting-incident statistics have focused on incidents involving shooting victims. But when someone fires a gun on a NYC street and misses everyone, that gunfire does not necessarily appear in the shooting-incident numbers cited when officials announce declining shootings. Now NYC wants those confirmed firearm discharges reported separately. We break down: What Int. 935-A requires. The difference between a shooting incident and a confirmed firearm discharge Why shots fired where nobody is struck matter when measuring gun violence Whether the additional data could change how New Yorkers view NYC's historic crime reductions. And the biggest question: How much gunfire has been occurring that isn't reflected in the headline shooting numbers? Is NYC really experiencing historically low gun violence or have New Yorkers been looking at an incomplete picture?The Finest Unfiltered Sponsored by Kalshi Download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/FINEST #NYPD #NYC #NYCCrime #CrimeStats #Shootings #GunViolence #NewYorkCity #NYCNews #TheFinestUnfiltered Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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“Defund The Police" Mamdani wants Overseas NYPD Protection for his Wife
4d ago03:14:41Tap to summarizeMAMDANI CAUGHT IN THE ACT? Zohran Mamdani has been one of the NYPD’s most vocal critics but what happens when his own family wants the protection of the very police department he has spent years attacking? On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we break down the controversy surrounding an alleged attempt to secure an NYPD escort/security detail for Mamdani’s wife and the questions it raises about taxpayer-funded police resources, political privilege and who exactly is entitled to NYPD protection. Then we turn to a major case that could have consequences for cops across New York City: NYPD Officer Guilty Under NYC’s Chokehold Law A Bronx NYPD officer has been found guilty on all counts in what News 12 describes as a landmark case involving NYC’s prohibition on certain restraint methods. Prosecutors say the officer was convicted of second-degree strangulation, third-degree assault and unlawful methods of restraint. We break down the case, the controversial law, what police officers are actually permitted to do when physically restraining a resisting suspect, and what this verdict could mean for cops on the street. ON TODAY’S SHOW: • Mamdani and the NYPD security controversy • Should his wife receive NYPD protection? • Political hypocrisy or legitimate security need? • Who pays for the detail? • Landmark NYPD chokehold-law conviction • What the verdict means for NYC cops • The future of hands-on policing in New York City ️ New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered SPONSORED BY KALSHI Download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. Kalshi: https://kalshi.com/r/FINEST Check the offer shown during signup/Rewards for the current eligibility and promotional terms. #NYPD #ZohranMamdani #Mamdani #NYC #NewYorkCity #NYPDNews #NYCPolitics #Police #LawEnforcement #TheFinestUnfiltered Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Who’s Liable Now : Fauci or The NYPD ?
6d ago03:11:24Tap to summarizeDr. Anthony Fauci’s COVID-era guidance didn’t just shape national public-health policy — it influenced decisions that had enormous consequences for members of the NYPD. On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we examine the newly released Fauci communications and revisit what happened inside the NYPD during the vaccine-mandate era. Officers who questioned the mandate faced enormous pressure. Some lost careers, some lost much more. We discuss how the mandate affected officers health, their morale, overall retention retention, labor relations, religious accommodations, medical decisions, and trust in NYPD leadership. Then comes the bigger question: What happens legally if government agencies relied on public-health guidance while disregarding existing law, collective-bargaining agreements, departmental procedures, and employees’ constitutional and statutory rights? We break down: • Fauci’s newly released text messages and what they reveal about the COVID-era decision-making process • His presidential pardon and what it does — and does not — mean legally • His invocation of the Fifth Amendment in congressional questioning and the significance of that decision • How NYPD leadership implemented vaccine requirements • Officers who were terminated, forced out, disciplined, denied opportunities, or ultimately chose retirement • The damage to morale and the departure of experienced officers • Religious and medical accommodation battles • Whether NYPD policies and labor agreements were properly followed • Whether subsequent revelations could matter in existing or future litigation • And the ultimate question: Who is accountable when officers suffer the consequences of policies built around guidance that is later subjected to serious scrutiny? The pandemic may be over, but for many NYPD officers and their families, the consequences are not. The Finest Unfiltered asks questions others won’t. KALSHI Download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. Kalshi: kalshi.com/r/FINEST Subscribe and join The Finest Unfiltered for unfiltered discussion on the NYPD, policing, NYC politics and the stories impacting cops and New Yorkers. #NYPD #Fauci #AnthonyFauci #COVIDMandates #VaccineMandate #NYPDNews #NYC #Police #PoliceNews #FirstResponders #COVID19 #TheFinestUnfiltered Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Is Mike Lipetri Mamdani’s Next NYPD Police Commissioner? What Happens After Jessica Tisch?
1w ago03:01:56Tap to summarizeIs NYPD Chief of Department Mike Lipetri being positioned to become Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s next Police Commissioner? On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we break down why we believe Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch will eventually step down, what could trigger her departure, and whether Chief of Department Mike Lipetri is being positioned to become Mamdani’s next NYPD Police Commissioner. We’ll examine Lipetri’s rise through NYPD leadership, the politics surrounding the Commissioner’s office, and what a Lipetri-led NYPD could look like under the Mamdani administration. Also on today’s show: AI answering 911 calls in New Orleans — is this where emergency response is headed? NYPD blocker vehicles targeted by the left why the vehicles used to protect parades and major events are suddenly under fire. The latest NYPD, NYC politics & public-safety news Plus much more. KALSHI Download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. Kalshi: kalshi.com/r/FINEST Subscribe and join The Finest Unfiltered for unfiltered discussion on the NYPD, policing, NYC politics and the stories impacting cops and New Yorkers. #NYPD #MikeLipetri #ZohranMamdani #JessicaTisch #PoliceCommissioner #NYC #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety #TheFinestUnfiltered Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Mount Vernon Police Scandal Deepens: New Details on Jennifer Lackard & Family
2w ago03:04:03Tap to summarizeNew developments continue to emerge in one of the most shocking law enforcement stories in New York. In this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, John Macari, Eric Dym, and Marlon Bethel break down the latest information surrounding the arrest of former Mount Vernon Deputy Police Commissioner Jennifer Lackard and members of her family following allegations connected to a drive-by shooting investigation. The panel examines: The latest court filings and publicly available information. The timeline of the alleged events. The legal significance of the allegations against each defendant. Questions surrounding intent, planning, and the alleged getaway vehicle. Whether law enforcement status influenced any aspect of the case. What this means for public trust and accountability in policing. What questions investigators and the public are still asking as the case moves through the courts. As always, we separate verified facts from speculation and discuss the legal process while remembering that all defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court. Join the conversation in the comments: What questions do you still have about this case, and what should investigators or the public be paying attention to next? Download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. Sign up here: https://kalshi.com/r/FINEST Like • Subscribe • Share • Turn on Notifications #MountVernon #JenniferLackard #PoliceCorruption #CrimeNews #TrueCrime #LawEnforcement #NYPD #TheFinestUnfiltered #BreakingNews #NewYorkNews Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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POLICE COMMISSIONER TURNED GETAWAY DRIVER: The Wildest Story in New York Right Now! !
2w ago03:09:37Tap to summarizeHow does a veteran police executive allegedly go from leading a police department to being accused of helping plan a gangland shooting? In this episode of New York's Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, John Macari, Eric Dym, and Marlon Bethel break down the shocking federal allegations against former Mount Vernon Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety Jennifer Lackard and her husband. Prosecutors allege the couple helped their son plan a retaliatory Bronx courthouse shooting, with allegations that Lackard texted tactical advice and later served as the getaway driver. The crew examines the indictment, what investigators say happened, how the alleged plot unraveled, and the serious questions it raises about leadership, accountability, and public trust in law enforcement. They also discuss what this case could mean for police agencies across New York and whether warning signs were missed. Don't miss one of the most unbelievable law enforcement stories of the year. Support the show & get up to a $500 bonus: https://kalshi.com/r/FINEST (Code: FINEST) Like • Comment • Subscribe #NYPD #Police #Crime #BreakingNews #MountVernon #Bronx #LawEnforcement #TrueCrime #TheFinestUnfiltered #PoliceNews #NewYork Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How Progressive Ideology Has Infected NYPD Leadership
2w ago03:17:38Tap to summarizeHas progressive political ideology infiltrated the NYPD's leadership ranks? John, Eric, and Marlon examine how concepts such as DEI, equity initiatives, identity politics, and public perception have influenced leadership decisions, promotions, discipline, and policing priorities within the department. The discussion explores whether these changes have affected accountability, officer morale, recruitment, retention, and public safety and asks whether NYPD leadership is prioritizing politics over policing. In this episode: Has ideology replaced merit in leadership decisions? DEI, promotions, and executive appointments. The impact on officer morale and retention. Public safety vs. political messaging. What this means for the future of the NYPD. Support the show with Kalshi! https://kalshi.com/r/FINEST Use code FINEST for up to a $500 bonus (terms apply). #NYPD #Police #PublicSafety #LawEnforcement #DEI #Woke #NYC #Politics #TheFinestUnfiltered #PoliceLeadership Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Terrell Anderson NYPD Chief Promotion: Reward or Damage Control?
3w ago03:18:12Tap to summarizeDid the NYPD just reward controversy—or was Terrell Anderson's promotion simply the next step in his career? John Macari, Eric Dym, and Marlon Bethel examine the promotion of Terrell Anderson, the questions surrounding NYPD hiring practices, and whether the timing raises legitimate concerns about accountability, leadership, and public confidence. The crew breaks down the known facts, separates evidence from speculation, and discusses what this promotion could mean for the future of the department. Also in today's episode: Dr. Anthony Fauci's latest congressional testimony, the biggest moments from his appearance, and why his comments continue to fuel debate years after the COVID-19 pandemic. Presented by Kalshi Trade smarter with Kalshi and receive up to a $500 bonus when eligible. https://kalshi.com/r/FINEST ️ Use code: FINEST Like • Comment • Subscribe for more NYPD, NYC politics, and public safety analysis. #NYPD #TerrellAnderson #AnthonyFauci #TheFinestUnfiltered #NYC #LawEnforcement #PublicSafety #Politics #Kalshi #YouTubePodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Has the NYPD Lost Control of the Bronx ?
3w ago02:39:20Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, John Macari, Eric Dym, and Marlon Bethel break down the shocking violence that overshadowed the Bronx Dominican Day Parade, where the NYPD recovered 16 illegal firearms and made multiple gun-related arrests—including one involving an alleged assault-style rifle—as violence unfolded around the event. The hosts examine what happened, how the NYPD responded, and what these arrests say about the ongoing challenge of keeping major public events safe. The crew also covers all of the week's biggest NYPD stories, including major crime developments, department news, police policy, politics impacting public safety, viral incidents, and everything you need to know. Sponsored by Kalshi Get up to a $500 bonus promo when you sign up using our link and promo code: https://kalshi.com/r/FINEST Promo Code: FINEST Like • Comment • Subscribe #NYPD #Bronx #DominicanDayParade #JohnMacari #EricDym #MarlonBethel #TheFinestUnfiltered #NYCNews #CrimeNews #PublicSafety #BronxNews #Police #BreakingNews #Kalshi Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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NYPD Cops Are Being Targeted for Clicks
3w ago02:45:09Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, John Macari and Eric Dym break down the viral video showing two NYPD officers being relentlessly harassed by a social media influencer. Where is the line between protected speech, public accountability, and deliberate interference with police officers? What does this incident say about the current climate facing law enforcement in New York City? The conversation also turns to the heartbreaking Bronx shooting that claimed the life of the 12-year-old son of a retired NYPD sergeant. John and Eric discuss the devastating impact of violent crime on police families and the broader questions surrounding public safety in New York. Join us for honest analysis, real-world policing experience, and the stories the mainstream media often misses. Sponsored by Kalshi: Sign up using our link and take advantage of the up to $500 bonus promotion when eligible. Visit http://kalshi.com/r/FINEST and use promo code FINEST. Like • Comment • Subscribe #NYPD #Bronx #Crime #Police #LawEnforcement #TheFinestUnfiltered #JohnMacari #EricDym #NYC #PublicSafety #TrueCrime #News #ViralVideo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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