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Street Tales

Street Tales Network

The Street Tales team is made up of law enforcement and military professionals dedicated to exploring diverse stories of people from different walks of life and professions. We do this by fostering open and honest discussions! You can reach us for all content, books, bookings for speaking engagements, support our sponsors, or be a guest on the show by going to Street Tales Network

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74:21

Ep. 74: Newpreneurship & Ghostwriting: Lil Barcaski’s...

Street Tales ·

2025/11/03

In this episode, Lil Barcaski — CEO of Ghostwriters Network and GWN Publishing — shares her journey from theater and music to ghostwriting and publishing. Lil discusses editing and producing books, coaching writers and actors, running a playwriting festival, and launching the Newpreneurship program to help first responders and entrepreneurs start businesses.Listeners will learn about Lil’s publishing process, practical advice for new authors, the value of dialogue and research in storytelling, and

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86:46

Ep. 73: Beyond the Uniform: How Cops Can Prioritize...

Street Tales ·

2025/10/30

In this episode, Mo and Tyler interview Katherine Boyle (the Lieutenant's Daughter), an advocate for law enforcement families. Katherine shares her upbringing in a Philadelphia police household, her journey from fashion in New York to founding Beyond the Uniform, and the lessons she learned about parenting, career choices, and family resilience.Through trainings, a workbook, and public speaking, Katherine helps officers and their families build stronger relationships, address the unique challenges

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82:07

Ep. 72: From Rock Bottom to Legacy: Marc Effron's...

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2025/10/27

In this episode, BJ and the host spend an hour with Marc Effron as he openly shares his journey from addiction and homelessness to sobriety, entrepreneurship, and community impact. Marc discusses his faith, family, and the intentional routines that sustain him, plus his work with Legacy Healing Center, the Marc Effron Foundation, and mentorship for young athletes.Through candid stories and practical lessons—about accountability, vision-setting, and leading by example—Marc reveals how faith,

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74:41

Ep. 71: SWAT Medicine, Training Truths & Tales from...

Street Tales ·

2025/10/25

In this episode Dr. Mike Simpson returns to the Street Tales podcast to dive deeper into tactical medicine and law enforcement training. He shares insights from a 32-year military career, his work as an emergency physician and SWAT physician, and the challenges of building realistic training programs for operators and medics. Dr. Simpson also discusses differences between military and civilian casualty care, international training work, his TV appearances and his books, emphasizing humility,

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65:49

Ep. 70: The Other Half: Veronica's Story of Love,...

Street Tales ·

2025/10/09

Veronica Palamara shares her journey from Southern California and a short stint in the Navy to life as the wife of an NYPD detective, mother of three, and partner in new ventures. This episode explores the challenges of supporting a law-enforcement spouse, the strain of shared sacrifices, the slow rebuilding of trust after retirement, and the transforming power of faith, community, and new projects like Living Blue Apparel, equine therapy work, and Jason’s book.To contact Veronica & Jason

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74:13

Jails, SWAT, and a 3,000-Mile Bike Quest: LA County...

Street Tales ·

2025/10/03

Retired L.A. County Sheriff Sergeant George Creamer recounts his 32-year career, from growing up in rural Wyoming to serving in county jails, patrolling Malibu and South Central, and joining the Special Enforcement Bureau (SEB/SWAT). He reflects on lessons learned—treating people with respect, continuous training, and teamwork—while sharing stories about full-time tactical operations, inter-agency training, and the challenges of high-risk warrants.Beyond policing, George describes a personal

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78:37

Behind the Badge: Alyse Martinez on Love, Cancer, and...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/30

Alyse Martinez, a mother, wife, and entrepreneur, shares her experience living with police officer Vic Martinez. She discusses their blended family, growing up in Paterson, and the choices they made to build a stable home while balancing demanding careers. The episode covers the challenges of being a law enforcement spouse: limited details about dangerous work, long hours, and the emotional weight of the job. Both Alyse and Vic faced serious health battles — Alyse with a rare histiocytosis and Vic

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66:24

From Radio Intern to NYPD Intel: NYPD Det. Lee...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/28

Retired NYPD Intelligence/Counter Terrorism Detective Lee Wittek recounts his journey from a globe-trotting childhood and radio career to joining the NYPD at 28. Early frustrations in the academy turn into purpose after a dramatic on-scene discovery, launching a long career in housing, plainclothes anti-crime work, and specialized intelligence and counterterrorism.The episode covers gritty patrol work, building cases like early ghost-gun investigations, the teamwork of special units, the demands on

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80:00

Trauma, Tactics, and Tales: Dr. Mike Simpson’s...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/25

Marine Corp Lt. Col Adam Macaluso (retired) and Tyler Martin interview Dr. Mike Simpson about his life from a Ranger in the 1980s to Special Forces (18D), med school, emergency medicine, and service with JSOC. He shares frontline stories, lessons from deployments, and his perspective on modern combat and medical care. Please tell people, I'm a soldier. I'm an 18 Delta. I'm a special forces medic that just happens to have some additional training. It was called medical school. I will always be an 18

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59:47

When Children See Too Much: Empathy, Screen Time, and...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/23

In this episode, Dr. Rahul Mehra and the Street Tales team discuss how disturbing, widely shared violence and relentless screen time affect children’s developing brains, emotions, and sense of safety. The episode covers vision and limbic responses, the importance of human interaction, sleep and routines, the 6D risk factors (discussion, despair, depression, disengagement, drugs, denial), and practical parenting steps to build empathy and resilience. Dr. Rahul Mehra is a Board-Certified Child,

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68:18

Gridiron to the U.S. Secret Service: How Football...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/20

Marine Corp Lt. Col. (retired) Adam Macaluso interviews Tyler, creator of the Street Tales podcast, about his life from a military upbringing and college football to a long law enforcement career. Tyler recounts patrol work in Florida, Trooper life in Maine, an FBI academy setback, and years on Secret Service protection details.They explore mentorship, agency politics, the personal cost of the job, and the lasting camaraderie that shaped his career while capturing stories for his children. To

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79:43

From Rags to Readiness: Inside the Evolution of a...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/17

In this episode, Paterson New Jersey Police Sgt. Vic Martinez (retired) returns to discuss building an Emergency Response Team from scratch, the evolution of weapons, breaching and energetic (explosive) techniques, and integrating canine units into tactical operations. Vic and Adam also talk gear upgrades, leadership and training culture, callout intensity, and handling logistics and legalities for dangerous tools. They candidly share personal stories about balancing family, coaching, two bouts of

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63:57

Bombs, Brotherhood & Boundaries: A Cop’s Candid...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/14

In this episode two hosts sit down for a candid conversation about life after retirement, the choice to prioritize family, and how to separate personal identity from the badge.They share career lessons, advice for younger officers, and the realities of being a minority in law enforcement, plus surprising stories about bomb‑tech work and specialized roles. Practical takeaways include planning for retirement, staying true to your values, and the importance of representation and training in

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6:22

Street Tales: Real Conversations from Both Sides of...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/11

Street Tales Trailer! This podcast is dedicated to exploring the diverse stories within the law enforcement community, fostering open and honest discussions about the realities of policing from both sides of the law. You can reach us for all content, books, bookings for speaking engagements or as a podcast guest at www.streettalesnetwork.com

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77:49

9/11 at the Pentagon and a Soldier’s Second Chance:...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/11

In this episode U.S. Army Sgt. First Class (retired) Tony McFarland opens up about growing up in Ohio, joining the Army, being at the Pentagon on 9/11, multiple deployments, and the long road through grief, PTSD, and recovery. Tony shares raw stories about family, near-suicide after his mother’s death, and how counseling, love, and honesty helped rebuild relationships and find purpose. To contact us, book us for speaking events, support our sponsors, purchase Street Tales Volume 1, and see all of

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10:56

Street Tales Volume 1 - With the Street Tales Network...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/10

Street Tales Network presents a unique podcast-based book, Street Tales Volume 1, that highlights real-life stories from both sides of the law. Each chapter features a conversationally edited account of a person’s journey and includes a QR code to listen to the original podcast episode. Volume One shares transformative stories—addiction, crime, recovery, and what led each person into law enforcement—offering human perspectives that connect listeners and readers. Available on Amazon and

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66:49

Living Blue: Inside retired NYPD Det. Jason...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/09

Retired NYPD detective Jason (retired) Palamara recounts his fast rise from academy recruit pulled into the 9/11 response to a career investigating homicides and cold cases. He discusses the emotional toll on officers and families, the challenges of prosecution, and his path to recovery through faith, peer support, equine therapy, and advocacy. Palamara also shares his post‑retirement work — the book "Living Blue," Living Blue Apparel, and resources supporting veterans and first responders. Support

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77:35

USF PD Assistant Chief Meg Ross on Policing,...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/03

Host interviews USF PD Assistant Chief (retired) Meg Ross about her multi-decade law enforcement career — from records clerk to assistant chief — covering patrol work, academy training, digital transitions, accreditation struggles, and mentorship. The episode also focuses on first-responder mental health and the Hope Line support service, Meg’s retirement transition, and takeaways on leadership, resilience, and preparing for life after the badge. Hope

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76:02

K9s, Breaches & Brotherhood: Sgt. Vic Martinez’s...

Street Tales ·

2025/09/01

Retired Paterson Police Sergeant Vic Martinez recounts his journey from growing up in Paterson to 25 years in law enforcement — serving as a patrolman, ERT/SWAT operator, K9 handler and breacher. He shares training, teamwork, and vivid on-the-job stories. The episode also covers personal challenges and transitions: battles with cancer, his wife’s diagnosis, the strain of duty on family life, and the decision to retire and start a new career in civilian security. Expect candid memories, camaraderie,

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01:27:06

Grooming, System Failure, and Resilience: Inside Lisa...

Street Tales ·

2025/08/29

A raw, moving interview with Lisa Plumb, a licensed marriage and family therapist who shares her experiences of childhood sexual abuse, encounters with law enforcement, and the long path to healing. Lisa discusses identifying as a victim and survivor, the dangers of toxic positivity, the importance of trauma-informed care, how physical health and therapies like martial arts helped her recover, and where systems failed — and how they can do better.To contact Lisa Plumb: Website:

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