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The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast

The Hosts of the Podcast are retired San Diego Police Detective Sergeant David Contreras, Retired San Diego Police Lieutenant Sean Murphy, Retired San Diego Sheriff"s Detective Benny Cruz, and Retired Chief of Police for Calexico Police Gerardo "Chalo" Gonzalo. The hosts have over 150 years of experience in numerous topics. If you are a retired cop, former law enforcement, or like to hear real cop stories, this channel is for you. You will listen to real-life events told by the people who lived and

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75:33

New York State Trooper Ross Falisi talks about his...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/31

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode (ASH WEDNESDAY), hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier interview former New York State Trooper Ross Falisi. Ross Falisi is a former New York State Trooper and police officer, now serving as the Chief Operating Officer of VRP Group, an anti-terrorism and force

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64:41

Colorado DOC Lt. Steve Lucero shares mob stories in...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/31

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz interview retired Lieutenant Steve Lucero of the Colorado Department of Corrections, who will make a return appearance on The Gray Line: The Story Behind the Blue Line podcast. Those who listened to our interview with him two

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62:02

Former Navy Seal Operative and Instructor Juan...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/31

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode (ASH WEDNESDAY), hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier interview retired Navy SEAL Juan "Gonzo" Gonzales, who has widely shared his life story, which details his path from a troubled childhood to serving in special operations and finding a new purpose as an

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5:09

Former EME Hitman Ramon 'Mundo' Mendoza shares...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/20

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz interview former EME Hitman Ramon 'Mundo' Mendoza, who shares "Convicts & Cops" & discusses EME member Raul Leon.

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5:11

San Diego Police Detective Sergeant Wayne Spees...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/20

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, (ASH WEDNESDAY) hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier interview San Diego Police Detective Sergeant Wayne Spees, who shares his experience with the SWAT, Gang Suppression Team, Joint Terrorism Task Force, and Hostage Negotiations Team.

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5:11

Retired Colorado State Prison Lieutenant Steve Lucero...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/20

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz interview Steve Lucero, who is iconic to the Department of Corrections in Colorado. Lucero, in his younger years, was a leader and member of the Brown Berets in Pueblo, Colorado. Listen, watch, or do both for this episode. Enjoy

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5:12

Pastor Lorenzo Fresques, also known as Rev Renz will...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/20

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, (ASH WEDNESDAY) hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier interview Pastor Lorenzo Fresques, AKA Rev Renz. Pastor Renz is a former Salt Lake City gang member who gave his life to the Lord several years ago. Pastor Renz was present when the Los Angeles gang, the

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5:08

Tina Rowe – Retired Denver PD & U.S. Marshals Service...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/08/20

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz interview Tina Rowe, who tells the story of Denver women in the 70s as they became policewomen—the evolution of law enforcement. After a distinguished career with the Denver Police Department, Tina became the appointed US

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5:06

Former CIA Operative and Author Ric Prado shares his...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/07/17

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, 'The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line.' Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, AshWednesday, hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier discuss with retired CIA Agent Ric Prado. Prado was a paramilitary officer in the CIA's special operations force and was the first CIA officer embedded within the Contra camps in Central America. He also ran

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70:36

Retired Pinellas County Sheriffs Lieutenant shares...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/07/17

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz discuss with retired Pinellas County Sheriff's Lieutenant Rachel Hughes serial killers that operated in the Florida area. In the 1990s, the Tampa Bay Area in Florida was plagued by James Michael Randall, a serial killer who

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81:55

Navy SEALs Master Chief Kirby Horrell shares his most...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/07/17

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, 'The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line.' Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, Ash Wednesday, hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier discuss with retired Navy SEAL Master Chief Kirby Horrell his career as a Navy SEAL. Kirby Horrell is a highly regarded retired U.S. Navy SEAL Master Chief with a long and impactful career spanning nearly 47

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76:10

Yard Down Author Johnny Rey shares his CDCR Prison...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/07/17

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz discuss prison gangs with retired California Department of Corrections Correctional Officer Johnny Rey. Johnny Rey was assigned as an IGI Investigator (Institutional Gang Investigations unit). Rey's duties included investigating

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75:58

Former Navy SEAL Jeff "Bram" Bramstedt shares his...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/07/04

Former Navy SEAL Jeff "Bram" Bramstedt shares his life story and memorable deployments – A TRUE AMERICAN WARRIOR!If You Love God, Country, Family, a great Cigar, and Whiskey, this Podcast is for YOU! This is a Podcast where you can enjoy a Cigar and Whisky with Bobby, Sean, Doug, and David. While watching and listening to true American Heroes and Legends share their stories! In this episode, former Navy SEAL Legend and American Hero Jeff "Bram" Bramstedt joins us. Jeff spent 13 years in the

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70:05

CATCHING CRIMINALS - The New Era of Forensics and DNA...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/07/04

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, 'The Gray Line: The Story Behind The Blue Line.' Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, retired San Diego Police Crime Scene Investigator and Forensic DNA Expert, Tami Newquist, joins us. Tami is an experienced DNA Criminalist, skilled in Forensic DNA analysis, Courtroom Testimony, Firearms Handling, Public Safety Training, District Attorney Training, Law Enforcement, and

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69:31

Retired CDCR ISU Sergeant Mike Alvarez discusses...

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2025/06/29

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, 'The Gray Line: The Story Behind The Blue Line.' Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, We Investigate Crime in a California Prison. Ret. CDCR ISU Sergeant Mike Alvarez explains it all. Retired CDCR ISU Sergeant Mike Alvarez. Sergeant Alvarez began a career in May 1986, when the institution was a Level I-3 facility. CMC housed low-level offenders and inmates who were unable

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72:24

IS THERE FREEDOM OF SPEECH IN MEXICO? Mexican...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/06/13

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, 'The Gray Line: The Story Behind The Blue Line.' Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz discuss the on-air firing of Gustavo Macalpin, a well-known figure in Baja California, particularly for his roles as a television news anchor and political commentator.He hosted the show "Ciudadano 2.0" on Canal 66 in

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73:02

Former Phoenix PD Kidnapping Team Detective Dominguez...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/06/13

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, 'The Gray Line: The Story Behind The Blue Line.' Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, Ash Wednesday, hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier discuss with retired Phoenix Police Detective Rudy Dominguez his assignment to the Phoenix PD's Kidnapping Unit. Phoenix, Arizona, has been referred to as the "kidnapping capital of America." This distinction

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87:12

Retired San Diego Police Lt Ray Shay shares his...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/05/31

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, AshWednesday hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier discuss with San Bernardino Police Sergeant Eric Bennet, who describes the 2015 San Bernardino Regional Center Terrorist Attack and gun battle. This podcast lets you enjoy a cigar and whisky with Bobby, Sean, Doug,

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75:13

Tren de Aragua TDA - How it started in Colorado by...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/05/31

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz discuss El Tren de Aragua, a Venezuelan prison gang that operates in the United States. Joining us is former Maryland State Police Sergeant Andy Eways, a sergeant in the Denver metropolitan area in Colorado. In this episode, you

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87:14

San Bernardino Police Sergeant Eric Bennet describes...

The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast ·

2025/05/26

We want to remind you that our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line. Each episode begins with an introductory video featuring our guests. In this episode, Ash Wednesday hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier discuss with San Bernardino Police Sergeant Eric Bennet, who describes the 2015 San Bernardino Regional Center Terrorist Attack and gun battle. This podcast lets you enjoy a cigar and whisky with Bobby, Sean,

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