New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast

The NYPD Used Drones To Monitor Back Yard Parties during Labor Day Weekend 2023. Is it legal?

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss whether or not its legal for the @nypd to use drones to monitor back yards during Labor Day weekend in New York City. They walk through 3 different Supreme Court Rulings 1. Florida V. Riley 2. California V. Ciraolo 3. Kyllo V. United States and give their opinions about each ruling and how they relate to drones. To date there is no specific ruling on drones. Let us know what you think in the comments. To learn more about us please visit us at: Website: www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: @TheFinestUnfiltered Twitter: RetiredNYFinest Instagram: TheFinestUnfiltered Rumble: TheFinestUnfilteredPodcast If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfiltered-podcast-tee/ For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you.

9-11-2001: NYC Then Vs. NYC Now

n this episode John & Eric sit down with (Ret) NYPD Lieutenant Paul Manicone & Discuss 9-11-2001. They discuss where they were & how they viewed the world then VS.how they view the world now. This is a sensitive topic for everyone. This is not a memorial or tribute to those who served on that tragic day and in the months and years that followed both here and abroad, and especially to those brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice, this is merely us reminiscing and talking about an event that changed our lives, NYC & this nation forever. We Remember and Speak our truth. If anyone is offended by us discussing this topic, please understand this is not our intention, our only intention is to speak our truth and open our hearts & minds to you. Everyone grieves differently, this is how we grieve. This is how we remember. #TheFinestUnfiltered To learn more about us please visit us at: Website: www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: @TheFinestUnfiltered X : RetiredNYFinest Instagram: TheFinestUnfiltered If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfiltered-podcast-tee/ For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you. To see Paul's work please visit him at Youtube: @justrightPD Instagram: @justrightPD Twitter: @justrightPD

SURVIVING RETIREMENT: Finding Purpose & Fulfillment Beyond the Badge by Dr. Medina Baumgart

On this episode Eric & John sit down & with the Author of the new book, Surviving Retirement: Finding Purpose And Fulfillment Beyond The Badge, Dr. Medina Baumgart, PsyD, ABPP. Dr. Baumgart besides being a Great Human is also the wife of a law enforcement officer (LEO). We believe this gives her a great perspective on the psyche of law enforcement professionals. During this interview we discuss mental health issues experienced by many #lawenforcement professionals nationwide in retirement & while active in the profession. We discuss the effects that #Hypervigilance has on officers both physically & mentally. We were also joined by Retired @NYPD Sergeant Antoinette Henriquez for this interview. We at the @TheFinestUnfiltered recommend anyone in or around law enforcement read Surviving Retirement. Here is an Amazon link to purchase Surviving Retirement: https://a.co/d/bASYAHu To learn more about Dr. Medina Baumgart please visit her website www.MedinaBaumgart.com Follow Dr. Medina Baumgart on Instagram @ Dr_Baumgart To learn more about us please visit us at: Website: www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: @TheFinestUnfiltered Twitter: RetiredNYFinest Instagram: TheFinestUnfiltered Rumble: TheFinestUnfilteredPodcast If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfilt... For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you.

NYPD Sergeant Threw A Cooler At A Fleeing Suspect

On this episode Eric & John sit down & discuss the reaction from active police officers to a NYPD Sergeant throwing a cooler at a fleeing suspect on a moped, the suspect subsequently crashed causing his demise. To learn more about us please visit us at: Website: www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: @TheFinestUnfiltered Twitter: RetiredNYFinest Instagram: TheFinestUnfiltered Rumble: TheFinestUnfilteredPodcast If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfilt... For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you.

Dealing with Anxiety & Depression in the NYPD: A Retired Police Officer Shares Her Experience

On this episode John & Eric sit down with Retired NYPD veteran Michelle AKA Lady_Blue_NYC on instagram. Michelle walks us through her life, her career & her battles with anxiety & depression while on the serving as a New York City Police Officer from 2002-2019. To learn more about us please visit us at: Website: www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: @TheFinestUnfiltered Twitter: RetiredNYFinest Instagram: TheFinestUnfiltered If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfilt... For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you.

NYPD Vehicle Pursuit Policy: A Round Table With (Ret) Lieutenant Paul Manicone @justrightPD ​

On this episode John & Eric sit down with (Ret) NYPD Lieutenant Paul Manicone AKA @justrightPD & discuss the @nypd vehicle pursuit policy. To learn more about us please visit us at: Website: www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com Youtube: @TheFinestUnfiltered Twitter: RetiredNYFinest Instagram: TheFinestUnfiltered If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfiltered-podcast-tee/ For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you. To see Paul's Amazing work please visit him at: Youtube: @justrightPD Instagram: @justrightPD Twitter: @justrightPD ​

Judge Allows Sal Greco’s Lawsuit Against The NYPD To Proceed

On this episode Sal Greco Joins #TheFinestUnfiltered to give a lawsuit update as well as shed light to ever growing hypocrisy of NYC Mayor Eric Adams as well as the hypocrisy of those in NYPD management. If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfilt... To learn more about us please visit www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you To help support Sal Greco in his fight www.helpthisnycop.com

An Analysis of the Union Square Riot

On this episode Eric & John sit down to discuss the events surrounding the August 4th, 2023 riot in #nyc that occurred when twitch streamer #kaicenat had a console giveaway in union square. They discuss the level of preparedness by the @nypd, the response, what thee upper echelon of the NYPD are saying in regard and what is being done to prevent this from happening in the future. Also discussed is the visible absence of the NYPD's Police Commissioner Edward Caban in the media not only on the day of but also in the days following. If you are interested in purchasing a Finest Unfiltered T-Shirt please visit https://meyersuniforms.com/265-unfilt... To learn more about us please visit www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com For any financial or investment advice please contact LaidLaw Blue at 888-901-2583 (Blue) & tell them your friends at #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you

Analysis of NYC Mayor’s ”Blueprint for Community Safety”

On this episode John & Eric discuss #newyorkcity Mayor Eric Adams' Blueprint for Community Safety" and how that compares to his "Blueprint to End Gun Violence" @NYCMayorsOffice Also discussed is the RIOT in #nyc that occurred on 08/04/2023, a director for a violence intervention program that receives millions from NYC getting arrested for illegal firearms & drugs as well as the blatant nepotism & discrimination occurring in the @nypd www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

NYPD cop indicted by the Manhattan DA for punching a suspect, who suffered no injury

On this episode John & Eric explore the recent phenomenon of on duty @nypd cops being indicted for their actions during violent struggles while criminals face no consequences. We discuss the effects this has on public & officer safety. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

NYC is struggling to attract potential candidates to take the NYPD exam

On this episode Eric & John sit down & discuss a @nypost article on how NYC is struggling to find test takers to take the @nypd exam. Eric & John discuss in depth this article and the various reasons they believe this is occurring. They both offer solutions to retain seasoned employees, stop the exodus and attract new candidates. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com @FoxNews @NewsmaxTV ​

NYC Mayor Eric Adams stated ”The NYPD has an Image Problem”

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss the appointment of Edward Caban to the 46th NYPD Police Commissioner, the appointment of a the NYPD First Deputy Commissioner. John & Eric explore what impact these appointments will have on morale in the NYPD and what they will mean for Public Safety. They also discuss NYC Mayor Eric Adams comment that "The NYPD has an image problem".

NYC Mayor blames the media’s coverage of crime for the perception the public has of crime in NYC

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss NYC Mayor Eric Adams' message that "crime is down" and him stating the media is to blame for the public's "perception of crime". John and Eric give the actual crime #'s and put them into a common sense perspective. Also discussed is the police union's failures to protect retirees & their families as well as the @nypd 's chief of patrol media tour of the 600% increase in vehicle pursuits. @NYCMayorsOffice @nypost @FoxNews www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

NYC Mayor Appoints Edward Caban as ”Acting” NYPD Police Commissioner

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss Edward Caban being named the NYPD's "Acting" Police Commissioner, news that came out that vehicle pursuits are up 600% since the new Chief of Patrol was appointed & a 911 call stemming from an incident between a Police Officer and a NYPD District Surgeon. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

NYPD’s Chief of Transit’s Safety Advice to NYC Subway Riders as seen on FOX 5

On this episode John & Eric give their thoughts on a recent interview with NYPD's Chief of Transit on FOX 5 with Rosanna Scotto & Bianca Peters. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

NYPD Transit Police Officers are being overworked. How does this affect Public Safety?

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss how transit police officers are being overworked. They also explore all of the news coming out of the NYPD for the 6/23/2023 www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

Sal Greco’s Lawsuit Update

On this episode Eric is joined by Sal Greco who gives an update on his wrongful termination lawsuit as well as his thoughts on Keechant Sewell's resignation and possible replacements. Sal also has a message for NYC Mayor Eric Adams. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

NYPD Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell Abruptly Announces Her Resignation

@NYPD Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell announces her resignation after only 18th months. Eric & John give their opinions on this sudden announcement and explore her appointment, her tenure, her sudden departure and possible replacements. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

Interview of Comedian Nicky Santora aka @ShaolinsFunnyGuy

On this episode Comedian Nicky Santora aka @ShaolinsFunnyGuy (Former NYPD Auxiliary Officer) sits down with John & Eric. Nick walks us through his life, his struggles, how he got started in comedy, the lessons he learned along the way and his outlook on modern day NYC & the NYPD compared to his youth. He offers great insight into his thoughts on recovery and crime.

NYPD Announced It Will Enforce BBQ Sidewalk Laws & Regulations This Summer

On this episode John & Eric give their thoughts on the announcement that the NYPD will enforce sidewalk BBQ laws & regulations this summer. Sidewalk summer BBQ's are a tradition in lower income neighborhoods throughout NYC, as most people in who live in NYC do not have backyards. While these BBQ's are illegal and violence traditionally stems from large gatherings, John & Eric explore whether this will help build community relations, what will happen to officers who are directly involved in enforcing & what the political implications will be. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com