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  • Episode 146: The Nancy Guthrie Case, Ransom Emails, DNA Evidence and Crime Scene Controversy with Peter Panuccio, Rory Capra and Dave Giordano
    2026/02/19
    On this episode of Cop Talk, Kevin Schroeder is joined by retired Sergeant Peter Panuccio, Lieutenant Rory Capra, and retired NYPD officer Dave Giordano for a roundtable discussion on the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. The panel breaks down the investigation from a law enforcement perspective, examining crime scene handling, canvassing procedures, the Walmart backpack and holster, ransom emails, DNA questions, and whether this case points to a true kidnapping, a burglary gone wrong, or a possible homicide. Drawing on decades of NYPD experience, the group discusses old school detective work, victimology, forensic strategy, leadership decisions, and the challenges of managing a high profile national case. A detailed and unfiltered analysis of a developing investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 分
  • Episode 155: Rising Through NYPD Ranks, Old School Detectives, Squad Culture, Political Run, and Modern Policing Challenges with Mike Sapraicone
    2026/02/11
    On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-host retired Manhattan DA investigator Judy Newton for a conversation with retired NYPD First Grade Detective Mike Sapraicone, who looks back on joining the job in 1980, rising through Transit and the NYPD, and what it took to earn the First Grade shield. He shares stories from Midtown, narcotics, and anti-crime, and explains how old-school interviews, informants, and squad culture drove investigations before modern technology. The group discusses the merger era, CompStat, leadership shifts, and how accountability reshaped policing, along with Sapraicone’s post-retirement success building a major security company, protecting financial institutions after 9/11, and later entering politics with a U.S. Senate run. They also weigh in on today’s law enforcement challenges, manpower shortages, and the need for stronger coordination between agencies, offering a firsthand look at policing then and now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 分
  • Episode 144: Manhattan DA War Stories, Crack Era Crime, and Body Cam Truth with Michael Scotto
    2026/02/04
    On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-host retired Manhattan DA investigator Judy Newton for a deep dive into New York City’s most intense crime years with former Manhattan ADA and Chief of Rackets Michael Scotto. Scotto shares what it was like entering the DA’s Office in 1989 during the height of the crack epidemic, when felony drug arrests and violent crime were at historic levels. He explains how prosecutors and police worked together, how wiretaps and street investigations were built, and how modern tools like DNA, surveillance video, and body cameras have changed trials and jury expectations. Scotto also discusses his transition from prosecutor to defense attorney, the types of cases he handles today, and larger criminal justice issues including bail reform, policing tools, and protecting officers and their families. A firsthand look at how the system worked then, how it works now, and what’s changed in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 分
  • Episode 143: Policing The Casinos And The Las Vegas Strip with Paul Page
    2026/01/21
    On this episode, Kevin Schroeder sits down with Retired Lieutenant Paul Page of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department for an in-depth conversation on his career in one of America’s most unique law enforcement agencies. Paul shares his journey from New York to Las Vegas, patrol on the Strip, work in organized crime and criminal intelligence, casino security operations, major cases, and crime trends in the city, as well as his transition into private investigations after retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 分
  • Episode 142: Manpower Crisis, Anti-Police Politics, and the Future of the NYPD with Peter Panuccio, Rory Capra, and David Giordano
    2026/01/14
    On this episode of Cop Talk, host Detective Kevin Schroeder is joined by retired NYPD veterans Peter Panuccio, Rory Capra, and David Giordano to discuss the new mayor’s relationship with Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, recent NYPD officer-involved shootings, anti-police rhetoric from City Hall, and the impact of protest politics on law enforcement. The panel also breaks down manpower shortages, retirement age issues, specialized NYPD units, and what these policies mean for officer morale and public safety. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 分
  • Episode 141: Responding to 9/11, Policing Midtown, and Solving Cold Cases with Keith O’Palik
    2025/12/03
    On this episode, Detective Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-host Joe Diamond as they sit down with retired NYPD Detective Second Grade Keith O’Palik, a 24-year veteran and author of Selfish Party. Keith shares how he landed in the NYPD, his experience policing Chinatown during 9/11, major cases from Midtown North, and his work on cold cases at the Manhattan DA’s Office. He also breaks down the inspiration behind his new book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    50 分
  • Episode 140: Inside the DEA Cartels Undercover Work and the War on Drugs with Lewis Rice Jr.
    2025/11/19
    On this episode, Kevin and Ed sit down with retired DEA Special Agent Lewis Rice Jr. to revisit a 26-year career on the front lines of the war on drugs. From undercover work in New York and Miami during the height of the cartel era, to serving as the youngest Special Agent-in-Charge of the DEA’s flagship New York office, Rice shares true stories from high-stakes narcotics investigations, international operations and major takedowns. He also opens up about preparing “American Gangster” Frank Lucas for federal testimony, his work with youth and community programs and life after federal service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 分
  • Episode 139: The Real Consequences of Anti-Police Politics with Hank Sheinkopf
    2025/11/05
    On this episode, Captain Ed Mamet and retired Sergeant Peter Panuccio speak with Hank Sheinkopf about crime in New York, prosecutors who refuse to prosecute, the loss of qualified immunity, and why so many experienced officers are retiring. They explain what happens if a new administration weakens the NYPD, how it affects everyday New Yorkers, and why public safety is at real risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 分