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Brighter Side of Blue Episodes

July 27, 2024

#37 - Looking For An Angel Told By Andrew Winnington

Andrew, a Warren County Sheriff comes on the show to detail the murder case of a young boy, Christian Ferguson in 2003.
July 20, 2024

#36 - Ferguson Riots - From The Police Perspective

Steve Dodge comes on to talk about the Missouri Ferguson riots and the impact it made on the city.
July 13, 2024

#35 - Seizing $1.8 Million In Crack Bust

The fellas from The Brighter Side Of Blue talk about the 4th of July chaos in downtown St. Louis, interview Ron Klier about his police memorabilia, and talk about a $1.8 million crack bust. Timestamps: 14:50 - Fireworks war …
July 6, 2024

#34 - Hoodlum Barber To King Of Fashion With Gus Torregrossa

Gus Torregrossa comes on the show to talk about his old fashion store, Gus's Fashion and Shoes. We also talk about what downtown St. Louis looked like in the 1960's along with stories about the one and only, JTM.
June 29, 2024

#33 - Losing A Close Friend In The Line Of Duty With Brad Owens

Brad Owens comes on the show to detail his perspective on the death of his close friend, Nick Sloan. He also discusses his time riding with JJ and recounting some lighter police stories.
June 22, 2024

#32 - Inside Details On The Futo Family Murders With Retired Detective Chris Pappas

Chris Pappas joins the podcast to give details on the Emory Futo murders in South St. Louis City. This is a great episode to get a behind the scenes look at what the detectives were discovering after the Emory Futo had commi…
June 15, 2024

#31 - Losing A Father At 7 Years Old - Joseph McCulloch

Joe McCulloch is an experienced trial attorney with a broad range of experience in criminal law ranging from traffic offenses to homicide. McCulloch came to the practice of law after serving as a police officer for 20 years.…
June 8, 2024

#30 - From R*pe Victim to Cop - Rebecca Smith

Becky Smith's story is one of courage and transformation. Learn how she turned a personal tragedy into a mission to support and protect others in this episode.
June 1, 2024

#29 - Jim Glennon

Welcome Jim Glennon owner of Caliber Press, a premier law enforcement training company, as he takes us through his career and the critical elements of police training and leadership. Learn about his unique approach to teachi…
May 25, 2024

Episode 28 - The Significance of Good Partners As A Police Officer - With Ron Martin & Jimmy Long

This week Ron Martin comes on to talk about his career as a police officer & the death of Michael Langsdorf amongst other things. Jimmy Long also comes on to talk about his time as JJ's partner and some of their stories ridi…
May 18, 2024

Episode 27 - Sweetie Pie's Murder, Giving Closure To Mourning Families, & The Cicada Invasion - Full Episode

Detective Dave Rudolph, a 19 year veteran of the SLMPD, was the lead investigator in the 2016 murder of Andre Montgomery, from the show "Sweetie Pie's." He comes on the show to detail the investigation. We also are introduci…
May 11, 2024

Episode 26 - A Halloween Murder - Told By Eric Lanham

Eric Lanham talks about the murder of Sgt. Mike King being on Halloween in 2008. Sergeant Michael King as he sat in his patrol car at the intersection of Leland Avenue and Delmar Boulevard.
May 4, 2024

Episode 25 - The FULL Story of Billy Armentrout

After an unsuccessful attempt to kill his father, drug user Charles "Billy" Armentrout later murdered his grandmother and was sent to prison for life. Billy McDonough comes on the show to talk about the documentary "I Am A K…
April 27, 2024

Episode 24 - Murderer Teams Up With Police - Told by Joe Spiess

Police Chief Joe Spiess of Brentwood, Missouri comes in to tell the story of a murderer turned informant and how his connection with him turned led to numerous arrests as well as a lifelong friendship.
April 19, 2024

Episode 23 - "I'm Shooting It Out With The Police"

John Hefele comes on to tell a collection of stories from his time working as a police officer.
April 12, 2024

Episode 22 - Finding A Decapitated Child

Celebrating his 30 year career, now retired Sergeant Brian McGlynn and former St. Louis Cardinal Eli Marrero come on the show.
April 5, 2024

Episode 21 - The Torry Miller Manhunt

Live from Barney's on Chippewa! A very special show including JJ's ever popular Zen quote, Tom's barfight at Barney's, the officer of the week as well as the Torry Miller manhunt.
March 29, 2024

Episode 20 - Everything You Need To Know About Meth

Jason comes on the show to detail everything he learned being on the forefront of the fight against meth in America.
March 22, 2024

Episode 19 - Former DEA Deputy Administrator Breaks Down The Border Crisis

Former DEA Deputy Administrator Jack Rileyand Former ASAC Joe Cronin, DEA Counter Narco Terrorism Operations join the podcast to talk all things El Chap, the border crisis, the opioid crisis, and more.
March 15, 2024

Episode 18 Pretending To Be A Dirty Cop

Interview with Detective Shane Monnig who tells the stories of some of his investigation. Also, Former Lt Al Moore talks about his career and his undercover role as a dirty cop.
March 8, 2024

Episode 17 Popes, Presidents, & Princes

Intro 0:00 JJ’s Zen moment 9:54 Upcoming sponsored events: 11:18 Hijacking/car chase story 13:22 Social media updates 16:46 Blue Line Round Table 19:41 Tommy’s Pope Story 23:08 When MO changed it’s plates 30:45 President Cli…
March 1, 2024

Episode 16 Exposing Pedophilia At A Massive Scale

Nikki Badolato details her time leading the FBI's Child Exploitation Task Force.
Feb. 23, 2024

Episode 15 Disturbing Case Of A Mother Murdering Her Children

The Godfather of homicide Joe Burgoon details some memorable cases that have come across his desk. Timecodes ⏰ 0:27: Expanding listener base, particularly in Singapore, with plans for global reach. 6:24: Discussion on horn e…
Feb. 16, 2024

Episode 14 Untold Story - Tragic Death Of Bob Stanze

Chief of Police in Sunset Hills Steve Dodge recounts the tragic incident when his partner Bob Stanze was shot and killed in the line of duty during an arrest in St. Louis City on August 8, 2000. Joe Crews details stepping up…