New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast
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
The Finest Unfiltered
Hosted By (Ret) NYPD Lieutenant John D. Macari Jr & (Ret) Lieutenant Eric S. Dym - The NYPD's Most Complained About Cop
Episodes
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
On this episode Eric & John discuss the Corey Grable interview & the events surrounding it. Also discussed is NYPD Top Brass taking a Long Island Chief test, Karen Bass's statement on lowering standards in policing to combat white supremacy as well as the NYPD Police Commissioner's appointment to the CCRB. To learn more about us please visit www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
On this episode Corey Grable joins John & Eric to discuss his career, his platform & why he decided to run for NYC PBA President against long time President Patrick Lynch. Corey joined the department in 1992 & is a 31 year member of the NYPD. He currently serves as the Transit Bureau's Financial Secretary. To learn more about Corey visit www.votecoreygrable2023.com To learn more about this Podcast visit www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com
Saturday Feb 18, 2023
Saturday Feb 18, 2023
On this episode Eric & John sit down with Retired NYPD Detective Michael J. Alcazar. Many of you may know Mike as he has appeared on almost every major television news network as well as is often quoted in major publications as well, where he provides his expert opinion & weighs in on Police related events. Mike is also an Adjunct Professor at John Jay College. Mike walks us through his life, his career & his continued advocacy for the profession he loves. Also discussed his Police hiring standards & a video depicting several young man confronting a police captain while exhibiting violent & tumultuous behavior. Visit us at www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com
Monday Feb 13, 2023
Monday Feb 13, 2023
On this episode Eric & John sit down with Retired NYPD Detective Michael J. Alcazar. Many of you may know Mike as he has appeared on almost every major television news network as well as is often quoted in major publications as well, where he provides his expert opinion & weighs in on Police related events. Mike is also an Adjunct Professor at John Jay College. Mike walks us through his life, his career & his continued advocacy for the profession he loves. Also discussed his Police hiring standards & a video depicting several young man confronting a police captain while exhibiting violent & tumultuous behavior. Visit us at www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
On this episode Eric & John sit down & discuss the recent event of NYC Mayor dropping the mandate & give their analysis on the leaked document that will be distributed to all who were terminated or forced to resign or retire. John had 16 days left to give NYC his answer but he explains the effects the mandate had on him & so many & he gives his decision here. #TheFinestUnfiltered #FidelisAdMortem www.TheFinestUnfiltered.Com
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
Tuesday Feb 07, 2023
On this episode Eric & John sit down to discuss the discovery law & the effects it is having on public safety but we open up speaking about mental health of NYPD officers.
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
On this episode John sat down with Anna Belfiore-Delfaus. Anna is a wife, a mom, a NYC public school teacher, the founder of the movement & Facebook page "Thank You NYPD" & now a candidate for NYC Council District 47. Anna walks us through her life, career, why she started "Thank You NYPD" and began her advocacy for the #nypd . Anna also walks us through her platform & why she decided to run. Follow Anna on twitter @AnnaBD4NYC #TheFinestUnfiltered #NYCOUNCIL #District47 #ThankYouNYPD #police #lawenforcement #nycschools
Monday Jan 30, 2023
Monday Jan 30, 2023
On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss the entire set of events leading up to the death of Tyree Nichols. They give an analysis of the body camera video as well as the failures of the Memphis Police Department & law enforcement "Managers" that is dividing cops & Communities further. Please forgive the pause in audio in beginning we played a silent clip of the body camera for our video version which can be viewed on our Rumble or Youtube Channels. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com
Friday Jan 27, 2023
Friday Jan 27, 2023
On this interview Eric & John sit down & discuss an #nypd Sergeant who is suing over the punishment received for wearing a Trump patch. Also discussed is the events leading up the release of the Memphis PD body camera video. #TheFinestUnfiltered
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
On this episode John sits down with Pastor Jerone Davison. Pastor Jerone is a former Arizona State University student athlete and NFL player who travels the country sharing inspiration, passion, and faith. He recently ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Arizona's 4th Congressional District committed to protect freedom, combat corruption, organize action, and to spiritually uplift and unite the people. His unifying speeches full of truth, faith, and freedom of this country are memorable and moving. Frequently, as Jerone talks to youth, he retells his story and his example of how the American Dream can be achieved. #TheFinestUnfiltered #TheGreatestPoliticalAdEver #nypd #nyc
Sunday Jan 22, 2023
Sunday Jan 22, 2023
On this episode John & Eric sit down with Mike Simonelli. Mike is an active 22 year year Law Enforcement Professional & a 30 year Combat Decorated Veteran. Mike has written many fact based news paper articles in support of law enforcement across the nation as well as he authored the book "Justified Deadly Force & the Myth of Systemic Racism. Purchase Mikes book at www.jdfinformation.com. All profits go to law enforcement charities. Follow him on Twitter @JustifiedForce & Instagram @JDFInformation #TheFinestUnfiltered www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
On this episode Eric & John discuss the events of a January 3rd, 2023 where the cousin of #BLM Co-Founder died in the hospital 4 hours after an encounter with the #LAPD where he was fleeing from the scene of an accident, acting irrational & running into traffic. The individual was subsequently tasered when refusing to comply with officers directions. We discuss the messaging from Politicians, the media, critics & the Police management. We provide an unfiltered, expert perspective not heard anywhere else. #TheFinestUnfiltered #lawenforcement #police #nypd
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
On this episode Eric & John sit down with an NYPD Legend (Ret) Detective Randy Jurgensen the Author of the bestselling book Circle of Six. Randy walks us through his life, career & the events surrounding the murder of Police Officer Philip Cardillo on April 14th 1972. #TheFinestUnfiltered #RememberCardillo
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
Thursday Jan 05, 2023
On this episode John & Eric sit down & discuss an incident that occurred in the Nypd's 121 Precinct where officers responded to a 10-34 assault in progress where 2 juveniles were assaulting 1 girl. Upon arrival officers placed one of the girl attackers under arrest when another 14 year old girl attempted to intervene. An officer pushed the girl back & the girl punched the officer 2 times in the face. A 9 second video clip emerged showing the officer attempting to bring the suspect to the ground while hammer fisting the suspect while the suspect is actively resisting & throwing punches. In relation to the 9 second clip NYC Mayor stated "I did not like what I saw". The suspect was arrested & brought to the hospital where it was determined she sustained no injuries. The officer was immediately suspended following the incident. #TheFinestUnfiltered
Monday Jan 02, 2023
Monday Jan 02, 2023
On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss NYC Mayor Eric L. Adams 1st year in office. Also discussed is his NYPD career, his mayoral campaign and his “Blueprint to end Gun Violence” #TheFinestUnfiltered
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
On this episode Eric & John sit down & discuss the #NYPD Disciplinary Matrix & a New York Post article regarding the current Police Commissioner statement to that she would revamp the disciplinary matrix. They walk through the document and break down changes they believe should be made and give an each give an overall assessment of the matrix. #TheFinestUnfiltered #TheFinest #nyc #lawenforcement #police #newyorkpost #newyorkcity
Monday Dec 19, 2022
Monday Dec 19, 2022
On this episode John & Eric sit down with Retired NYPD Police Officer Christopher S. Messina. Chris who is under 30 years of age and a 5 1/2 year veteran of the Force explains why he left the NYPD for another department. He brings us through his life, career and his thoughts on the current state of the NYPD & NYC. Also discussed is the continuing mass exodus.
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
On this Episode John & Eric interview Daniel Caridi the CEO & CO-Founder of Homefield as well as Billy Blanks Jr, who is the President & Head of Content. We felt it important to present to our listeners a low cost, online fitness platform that focuses on people with disabilities. Homefield is a transformative platform that is born from the heart of volunteer work. HomeField is taking the fitness world by storm and is a great fitness platform for people with all abilities as well as a great family fitness option. Homefield offers weekly livestream classes as well as a huge library of on-demand classes ranging from dance, martial arts, general fitness, yoga, boxing and more. They even have on demand losing classes with Mike Tyson and many other big names that have came aboard to help keep everyone moving, being active & feeling great. Check out HomeField.Fit Today!
Monday Dec 12, 2022
Monday Dec 12, 2022
On this episode John & Eric sit down & discuss the platform the current PBA leadership ran on to get elected. We discuss which if any of those promises were fulfilled.
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
Sunday Dec 04, 2022
On this episode John & Eric sit down and provide a analysis of the new YouTube show "NYPD True Blue" episode #1. Also discussed are the new executive promotions in the NYPD.