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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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Do NYPD City Council Hearings Actually Accomplish Anything?
4d ago03:03:22Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, John, Eric & Marlon break down the final NYC Council Public Safety Committee hearing on the NYPD budget and ask one simple question: Did anyone actually offer solutions? From staffing shortages and recruitment challenges to overtime, crime, quality-of-life enforcement, counterterrorism concerns, and the future of public safety in New York City, council members spent hours discussing problems. But did New Yorkers hear any realistic plans to fix them? We'll examine: The biggest issues raised during the hearing The ongoing NYPD hiring and retention crisis Public safety concerns heading into summer 2026 The impact of budget decisions on cops and taxpayers How City Hall and the NYC Council are shaping the future of policing What was missing from the conversation If you care about public safety, police staffing, crime trends, and the future of New York City, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Sponsored by Kalshi On Kalshi, you're trading against peers in a live market — meaning there's no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get ten dollars when you trade ten. http://kalshi.com/r/FINEST K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade on anything. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory. #NYPD #NYCCouncil #NYCBudget #PublicSafety #Crime #Police #JohnMacari #TheFinestUnfiltered #ZohranMamdani #NYCPolitics #LawEnforcement #DefundThePolice #NYC ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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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New York State Attorney General Candidate Saritha Komatireddy Joins The Finest Unfiltered
6d ago01:42:16Tap to summarizeFormer federal prosecutor, national security expert, and Republican nominee for New York State Attorney General, Saritha Komatireddy, joins The Finest Unfiltered for an in-depth discussion about her campaign, her vision for New York, and why she believes public safety must be the top priority for the Empire State. Saritha has spent more than a decade prosecuting terrorists, cartel members, cyber criminals, fraudsters, and violent offenders. She served as a federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of New York and later as Chief of Staff at the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Her campaign is centered on public safety, combating corruption, enforcing the law, and restoring confidence in New York’s justice system. Topics Discussed: Public Safety in New York Crime, Prosecution & Law Enforcement The Role of the NYS Attorney General Government Accountability & Corruption Homelessness, Mental Health & Public Safety Her Vision for New York’s Future Why She’s Challenging Letitia James Learn More About Saritha Komatireddy Website: https://sarithafornewyork.com Donate To The Campaign: https://sarithafornewyork.com/donate Follow Saritha On Social Media: 𝕏 Twitter/X: https://x.com/SarithaForNY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarithaforny/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SarithaForNewYork Subscribe To The Finest Unfiltered ️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFinestUnfiltered Sponsored By Kalshi On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. And as the probability changes, you can buy in and out of your position. For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. http://kalshi.com/r/FINEST K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade on anything. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see kalshi.com/regulatory. #TheFinestUnfiltered #SarithaKomatireddy #NYAttorneyGeneral #NewYorkPolitics #JohnMacari #PublicSafety #LawAndOrder #NYPD #Crime #Politics #Election2026 #AttorneyGeneral #Podcast ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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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Mamdani’s Public Safety Narrative COLLIDES With Reality at Israeli Day Parade
1w ago03:00:11Tap to summarizeThe Finest Unfiltered breaks down the NYPD’s massive security posture at the 2026 Israeli Day Parade — and why it completely contradicted NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s rhetoric surrounding policing, counterterrorism, and public safety. If proactive policing, counterterror units, visible deterrence, and hardened security perimeters are supposedly unnecessary… then why did NYC deploy one of the strongest NYPD anti-terror operations of the year for this event? We’ll discuss: The NYPD’s anti-terror deployment at the Israeli Day Parade Counterterror realities in New York City Why visible policing still matters The contradiction between political rhetoric and operational reality The risks facing soft targets and public gatherings Whether NYC leaders privately understand threats they publicly downplay We will also discuss the latest developments surrounding NYC pension funds and Mayor Mamdani’s reported proposal to delay required pension payments. The Finest Unfiltered explains why delaying payments into NYC pension systems could negatively impact ALL New York City workers — active and retired — not just NYPD members. We’ll examine: Pension solvency concerns Long-term risks to municipal workers Potential impacts on retirees and future benefits Why several police unions are already sounding the alarm The broader fiscal implications for NYC taxpayers Today’s episode is sponsored by Kalshi. On Kalshi, you’re trading against peers in a live market — meaning there’s no house. As probabilities change, you can buy in and out of your position in real time. For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. http://kalshi.com/r/FINEST K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade on anything. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see #NYPD #IsraelDayParade #NYC #ZohranMamdani #CounterTerrorism #PublicSafety #NYCPensions #PensionCrisis #TheFinestUnfiltered #JohnMacari #LawEnforcement #NewYorkCity #BreakingNews #Police #Politics ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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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Mamdani Wants To Raid NYC Pension Funds
2w ago03:20:40Tap to summarizeOn this explosive episode of The Finest Unfiltered we break down the growing controversy surrounding NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani and his proposal to DELAY payments into city pension funds. Under the proposal, unions must vote to approve the plan and the stakes could not be higher for active and retired NYPD members. So far: The Patrolmen's Benevolent Association (PBA) and Sergeants Benevolent Association (SBA) have issued statements that they will vote AGAINST the proposal, arguing it is fiscally irresponsible and could threaten the long-term stability of pension funds. The Detectives' Endowment Association (DEA), Lieutenants Benevolent Association (LBA), and Captains Endowment Association (CEA) have still not publicly issued official statements. In this episode we explore: What delaying pension contributions could mean for the solvency of NYPD pension funds Whether NYC is facing a future pension crisis How this could impact active cops, retirees, and future hires Why some unions are refusing to support the proposal The political and financial implications for NYC taxpayers What happens if investment returns fail to meet projections Is this a smart financial strategy or a dangerous gamble with the retirement security of New York City workers? Join us LIVE as we break down the numbers, politics, and potential fallout. Subscribe to The Finest Unfiltered YouTube Channel for unfiltered discussions on NYPD news, NYC politics, public safety, police pensions, crime, and breaking stories impacting New York City. #NYPD #NYC #PolicePension #ZohranMamdani #PBA #SBA #NYCPolitics #PoliceNews #RetirementCrisis #TheFinestUnfiltered #JohnMacari ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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 Reasons Why Assaults On Police Officers Are Increasing - Dr. Travis Yates
2w ago02:31:10Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we sit down with nationally recognized law enforcement expert Dr. Travis Yates for a powerful conversation about modern policing, officer safety, leadership failures, use of force, and the future of law enforcement in America. Dr. Yates is a 30-year law enforcement veteran, founder of the FOCUS Risk Index, author of The Courageous Police Leader, and one of the nation’s leading voices on reducing officer assaults and improving police response through behavioral analysis and proactive leadership. Topics include: The warning signs that happen BEFORE attacks on police Why officer assaults are rising The truth about use-of-force controversies Leadership failures inside modern policing The psychological side of police encounters How departments can better protect officers and communities The future of policing in America If you care about public safety, policing, crime, leadership, and the realities officers face every day, this is an episode you cannot miss. Follow Dr. Travis Yates: https://www.travisyates.org/ https://www.instagram.com/courageous_leadership/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisyates1744/ Subscribe to The Finest Unfiltered YouTube Channel for more interviews, breaking NYC crime discussions, policing analysis, and unfiltered conversations. #NYPD #Police #LawEnforcement #TravisYates #UseOfForce #PoliceLeadership #OfficerSafety #TrueCrime #CrimeNews #TheFinestUnfiltered #JohnMacari ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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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Why Are NYPD Officers Throwing Gang Signs?
2w ago03:08:33Tap to summarizeNYC is spiraling deeper into chaos and contradiction. The Finest Unfiltered,breaks down the explosive controversy surrounding viral photos of NYPD officers allegedly flashing symbols linked to one of NYC’s most violent gangs. How does something like this happen inside the NYPD? What does it say about leadership, recruitment standards, morale and discipline inside the department? We also dive into the shocking case involving a NYC “violence interrupter” who is now reportedly the main suspect in a violent crime. For years NYC politicians claimed these programs were the future of public safety — but are taxpayers getting results or political theater? Topics Include: ️ Viral NYPD gang-sign controversy ️ Violence interrupter under criminal scrutiny ️ NYC crime & public safety failures ️ NYPD staffing crisis #NYPD #TheFinestUnfiltered #NYC #Crime #Police #ZohranMamdani #NYCCouncil #GangViolence #PublicSafety #BreakingNews #LawEnforcement #PoliceNews #DSA #ViolenceInterrupters ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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 Billionaire Cop vs. Socialist Mayor: The World Cup Overtime Crisis
3w ago03:25:26Tap to summarizeThe Finest Unfiltered breaks down the growing controversy surrounding the massive overtime costs tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup coming to New York City and why some are calling it a political and financial disaster in the making. As Mayor Zohran Mamdani pushes a socialist-style vision for NYC, critics argue the burden is once again falling on the backs of NYPD cops working endless overtime to keep the city safe during one of the largest global events in history. Will the NYPD be stretched beyond its limits? Who’s really paying for this? And is NYC leadership more focused on politics than public safety? The Finest Unfiltered exposes the hidden costs, political agendas, staffing concerns, anti-police rhetoric, and the real impact this could have on the men and women of the NYPD during the World Cup security operation. PLUS: Latest NYC crime news NYPD staffing crisis updates Overtime abuse vs. operational necessity Political battles shaping the future of policing in NYC Public safety concerns ahead of the World Cup If you care about NYC, policing, crime, politics, and the future of law enforcement, this is an episode you cannot miss. Like, Comment & Subscribe to The Finest Unfiltered for unfiltered conversations on crime, policing, politics, and public safety from those who actually lived it. ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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 Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing Time and Keeps Rank
3w ago03:01:42Tap to summarizeIn episode 65 of the Executive Perspective, Ron and Rob explore the recent case of NYPD Deputy Chief Richie Taylor, who pleaded guilty to stealing time. Remarkably, he managed to retain his job, avoid criminal charges, and even maintain his rank as a Chief. The duo will compare this executive’s treatment with a recent case involving an NYPD Lieutenant who faced criminal charges and termination for similar offenses. They will also delve into a recent NY Post article that sheds light on social media posts made by a supervisor of the NYC Civilian Complaint Review Board and several investigators. These posts appear to be biased and derogatory towards the very police officers they are tasked with investigating for potential misconduct. The discussion will question whether it is feasible to achieve a fair and just outcome for the rank and file members of the NYPD. Join us in the interactive Chat for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion. Link to NY Daily News article on Chief Taylor: https://www.nydailynews.com/2026/05/13/nypd-chief-transferred-for-stealing-time-pays-back-thousands-of-dollars-for-hours-never-worked/ Link to NY Post article on CCRB Investigators: https://nypost.com/2026/05/09/us-news/police-watchdog-prober-accused-pc-tisch-of-protecting-killer-cops/?utm_campaign=nypost&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter Find prior episodes of the Executive Perspective at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_YGTl92zUEtavc4-pl83mX4fjhVfv5xr Contact Ron and Rob: On X - @ExecPerspective email - theexecutiveperspective@gmail.com #NYPD #NYC #Crime #Politics #TheFinestUnfiltered #Police #NewYorkCity #TheExecutivePerspective #Corruption #CCRB #ChiefTaylor ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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 Much will LIABILITY INSURANCE for NYPD Cops Cost ?
3w ago02:45:37Tap to summarizeThe Finest Unfiltered breaks down a shocking NYC Council resolution pushing New York State to require police officers to maintain personal liability insurance. Will this protect the public… or financially DESTROY rank-and-file cops already struggling to survive in New York City? In this explosive episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we expose: The NYC Council resolution is tied to state bills S.3515/A.2220 How mandatory liability insurance could impact NYPD officers financially Why many cops fear this could force officers out of the job The potential effects on recruiting, retention, and proactive policing Whether this is accountability… or another attack on law enforcement The growing political war over policing in NYC As crime concerns continue across the city, critics warn policies like this could make it even harder to keep experienced officers on the streets. Is this reform… or the next step toward collapsing policing in NYC? SOUND OFF IN THE COMMENTS Should NYPD officers be forced to carry personal liability insurance? #NYPD #Police #NYC #TheFinestUnfiltered #LiabilityInsurance #PoliceReform #Crime #BreakingNews #JessicaTisch #ZohranMamdani #LawEnforcement #PoliceNews #NYCCrime #CopTalk ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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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Meet the Former Cop Pushing Mamdani’s Agenda
3w ago03:15:27Tap to summarizeOn this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, we break down the 180 of former NYPD officer Shamsul Haque, who is now running for New York State Assembly District 30 with the endorsement of Bernie Sanders and support from progressive political circles aligned with Zohran Mamdani’s agenda. We examine how a former police officer became connected to policies and political movements many critics believe are contributing to weakened public safety, anti-police rhetoric and radical changes across New York City. The finest discusses the future of NYC politics, criminal justice reform, policing, protest movements, public safety policy and whether Mamdani-style politics are rapidly expanding beyond city government into state politics. Is this the future of New York? From NYPD insight to NYC politics and crime analysis, this is the unfiltered conversation legacy media won’t have. LIKE • COMMENT • SUBSCRIBE Follow The Finest Unfiltered for the latest on: NYC Crime NYPD News Politics Public Safety Breaking News Police Reform NYC Elections #TheFinestUnfiltered #JohnMacari #ZohranMamdani #NYPD #NYCPolitics #BernieSanders #QueensNY #PublicSafety #Crime #Politics #Police #News #NYAssembly #LawEnforcement #Podcast ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 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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