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Game of Crimes

Host Steve "Murph" Murphy (retired DEA Agent, featured in NARCOS on Netflix) takes you inside the most intense and fascinating true crime stories in the world. Real life tales from the most notorious cases everyone knows and some you"ve probably never heard of (until now) from those who broke the law and those who were sworn to enforce it. Murph asks the questions and gets into the true stories from the real life players in the biggest, baddest, most dangerous game of all -- the Game of

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73:35

151: Part 2: Kevin Grogan – Taking on the gangs and...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/07/02

Murph interviews his friend and former police officer, Kevin Grogan. They discuss Kevin's military service and transition into law enforcement in the Savanah, GA area. While working in the Savannah area, Kevin describes how pro-active policing, working together as a team, and having the backing of leadership in their departments, the city and county governments, and the prosecutors at the federal and state level, resulted in successfully addressing gang violence and removing guns from the

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68:00

151: Part 1: Kevin Grogan – Taking on the gangs and...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/07/01

Murph interviews his friend and former police officer, Kevin Grogan. They discuss Kevin's military service and transition into law enforcement in the Savannah, GA area. While working in the Savannah area, Kevin describes how proactive policing, working together as a team, and having the backing of leadership in their departments, the city and county governments, and the prosecutors at the federal and state levels, resulted in successfully addressing gang violence and removing guns from the

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88:59

150: Part 2: Mike “Iron Mike” Thompson – Wrongly...

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2024/06/25

Murph interviews “Iron Mike” Thompson, a man who spent 45 years in the California Prison System for a double homicide he says he didn’t commit. Mike was involved in numerous physical altercations in prison, was shot and stabbed repeatedly by guards and inmates, then joined and later renounced the Aryan Brotherhood. Now, Mike shares his journey to redemption, and his work with Ramon “Mundo” Mendoza to educate and deter young people from entering a life of crime.

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62:52

150: Part 1 – Mike “Iron Mike” Thompson – Wrongly...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/06/24

Murph interviews “Iron Mike” Thompson, a man who spent 45 years in the California Prison System for a double homicide he says he didn’t commit. Mike was involved in numerous physical altercations in prison, was shot and stabbed repeatedly by guards and inmates, then joined and later renounced the Aryan Brotherhood. Now, Mike shares his journey to redemption, and his work with Ramon “Mundo” Mendoza to educate and deter young people from entering a life of crime.

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63:25

149: Part 2: Stories from the 2024 Southern...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/06/18

Murph gets together with John Mattingly (Ep. 79), Mike Collazo (Ep. 127), John Nores (Ep. 108), and Mike Martinez (Ep. 124) to pick their brains about their lives since their initial interviews. We’ll find out that none of them are sitting back and letting grass grow under their feet. All are still fighting the good fight!!

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62:07

149: Part 1: Stories from the 2024 Southern...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/06/17

Murph gets together with John Mattingly (Ep. 79), Mike Collazo (Ep. 127), John Nores (Ep. 108), and Mike Martinez (Ep. 124) to pick their brains about their lives since their initial interviews. We’ll find out that none of them are sitting back and letting grass grow under their feet. All are still fighting the good fight!!

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65:15

148: Part 2: Richard Rybicki – Chicago PD, Patrol to...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/06/11

Murph interviews retired Chicago police officer Richard Rybicki who shares his experiences as an officer and Detective in patrol, gang crimes, and as a homicide investigator and Commander. As Rick moves up the ladder in rank, they discuss the changes and challenges in law enforcement, the benefits and rewards of working in different units, and Rick’s transition to becoming a successful self-published author after retiring from 29 years with the Chicago PD.

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73:24

148: Part 1: Richard Rybicki – Chicago PD, Patrol to...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/06/10

Murph interviews retired Chicago police officer Richard Rybicki who shares his experiences as an officer and Detective in patrol, gang crimes, and as a homicide investigator and Commander. As Rick moves up the ladder in rank, they discuss the changes and challenges in law enforcement, the benefits and rewards of working in different units, and Rick’s transition to becoming a successful self-published author after retiring from 29 years with the Chicago PD.

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66:20

147: Part 2: Peter Lapp – FBI Agent and Spy Catcher

Game of Crimes ·

2024/06/04

Murph interviews Peter Lapp, former local police officer in PA, and retired FBI special agent. Pete discusses his military time, his decision to pursue a law enforcement career, and the importance of serving the community and his country. While in the FBI, they talk about Pete’s assignment to counter intelligence, and go into detail about the unveiling, arrest, and conviction of Ana Montes, a 17-year spy for Cuba and Fidel Castro. This includes Montes’ personality and motivations for spying

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59:14

147: Part 1: Peter Lapp – FBI Agent and Spy Catcher

Game of Crimes ·

2024/06/03

Murph interviews Peter Lapp, former local police officer in PA, and retired FBI special agent. Pete discusses his military time, his decision to pursue a law enforcement career, and the importance of serving the community and his country. While in the FBI, they talk about Pete’s assignment to counter intelligence, and go into detail about the unveiling, arrest, and conviction of Ana Montes, a 17-year spy for Cuba and Fidel Castro. This includes Montes’ personality and motivations for spying

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59:02

146: Part 2: Heidi Chance, retired Phoenix Police...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/28

Murph talks with retired Phoenix Police Office Heidi Chance about her background and career in law enforcement. Heidi also talks about her work in human trafficking and the difficulties of investigating these crimes. She discusses the shift from viewing prostitutes as suspects to recognizing them as victims. Heidi provides insight into the dangers of the internet and social media in the context of human trafficking, and pitfalls to be aware of. She also talks about her book, 'Talk to Them:

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58:40

146: Part 1: Heidi Chance, retired Phoenix Police...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/27

Murph talks with retired Phoenix Police Office Heidi Chance about her background and career in law enforcement. Heidi also talks about her work in human trafficking and the difficulties of investigating these crimes. She discusses the shift from viewing prostitutes as suspects to recognizing them as victims. Heidi provides insight into the dangers of the internet and social media in the context of human trafficking, and pitfalls to be aware of. She also talks about her book, 'Talk to Them:

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64:01

145: Part 2: Seth Griffith survives 7 deployments in...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/21

Murph and Seth Griffith discuss his background, experiences in the military, including his time as a Tech P in the Air Force, and his deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq. He reflects on the stressors of military and first responder careers and how they can affect families. Seth discusses his journey to finding faith and the importance of seeking help and counseling. They go into the work of Aerial Recovery, a Nashville-based nonprofit organization that focuses on disaster relief, anti-human

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60:56

145: Part 1: Seth Griffith survives 7 deployments in...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/20

Murph and Seth Griffith discuss his background, experiences in the military, including his time as a Tech P in the Air Force, and his deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq. He reflects on the stressors of military and first responder careers and how they can affect families. Seth discusses his journey to finding faith and the importance of seeking help and counseling. They go into the work of Aerial Recovery, a Nashville-based nonprofit organization that focuses on disaster relief, anti-human

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60:24

144: Part 2: Jenna Griffith: Military and First...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/14

Murph interviews Jenna Griffith, a military spouse and advocate for the unsung heroes of military and first responder families. They discuss Jenna's background, her rebellious teenage years, her journey into motherhood, marriage, addiction, divorce, and finding love again. Jenna shares her experiences as a military spouse, the challenges she faced while her husband was deployed, and the impact it has on relationships. She shares her personal journey of healing and finding happiness, and the work she

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73:31

144: Part 1:Jenna Griffith: Military and First...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/13

Murph interviews Jenna Griffith, a military and first responder spouse, and advocate for the unsung heroes of military and first responder families. They discuss Jenna's background, her rebellious teenage years, her journey into motherhood, marriage, addiction, divorce, and finding love again. Jenna shares her experiences as a military spouse, the challenges she faced while her husband was deployed, and the impact it has on relationships. She shares her personal journey of healing and finding

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75:54

143: Part 2: Mike Chavarria - DEA border rat,...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/07

Murph interviews retired DEA Special Agent Mike Chavarria. They discuss Mike's background, his career in law enforcement, and his experiences in the field working as a “border rat” and his overseas experiences in Mexico, Bolivia, and Costa Rica. They also touch on topics such as martial arts, the challenges of being a federal agent, and the importance of mental health in law enforcement. And they discuss corruption in Mexico and their experiences with 'mordida' or bribery.

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71:14

143: Part 1: Mike Chavarria - "Border rat,"...

Game of Crimes ·

2024/05/06

Murph interviews retired DEA Special Agent Mike Chavarria. They discuss Mike's background, his career in law enforcement, and his experiences in the field working as a “border rat,” along with his overseas experiences in Mexico, Bolivia, and Costa Rica. They also touch on topics such as martial arts, the challenges of being a federal agent, and the importance of mental health in law enforcement. And they discuss corruption in Mexico and their experiences with 'mordida' or bribery.

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65:45

142: Part 2: Episodes 101-141 Recap and New Beginning

Game of Crimes ·

2024/04/30

In this episode, Morgan and Murph announce some changes to the podcast. Morgan shares that he will be leaving the show to focus on personal and professional commitments, including a new opportunity with a cybersecurity company and a potential TV show. Murph will continue hosting the podcast and plans to bring on more fantastic guests. They also discuss their recent trip to search for the lost clipper in Chuuk, Micronesia, where they found concrete with chicken wire and other artifacts.

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68:16

142: Part 1: Episodes 101 -141 Recap and New Beginning

Game of Crimes ·

2024/04/29

In this episode, Morgan and Murph announce some changes to the podcast. Morgan shares that he will be leaving the show to focus on personal and professional commitments, including a new opportunity with a cybersecurity company and a potential TV show. Murph will continue hosting the podcast and plans to bring on more fantastic guests. They also discuss their recent trip to search for the lost clipper in Chuuk, Micronesia, where they found concrete with chicken wire and other artifacts.

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