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Breaking Barriers: A Latina Colonel’s Fight Through Sexism, War, and the U.S. Military System | Lisa Carrington09 Dec 202500:47:59

00:00 – Introduction to Col. Lisa Carrington
Setting the stage: Latina trailblazer, combat veteran, and retired Air Force Colonel.

02:10 – Joining the military in 1980
What it meant to enter a male-dominated system with almost no women in leadership.

04:05 – First assignment: an all-male fighter squadron
Walking into a culture filled with harassment, discrimination, and zero support systems.

07:15 – The sexual assault she buried for decades
How it happened, why she stayed silent, and the emotional cost of pretending it didn’t exist.

12:40 – Military culture in the 80s: sexism normalized
Centerfolds on the walls, “good old boys” culture, and no channels for reporting abuse.

16:20 – Moving every 1–2 years as a commander
How command-track officers are uprooted constantly and how it affected her son.

20:00 – Her son’s struggle with friendships
The emotional damage of always leaving just as he formed connections.

23:10 – Pressure as a Latina woman
Why she felt she had to prove herself twice as hard — and why “coasting” wasn’t an option.

27:30 – Combat deployment: the psychological cost
Seeing death, facing threats daily, and the transition from warzone to everyday life.

31:40 – Coming home angry at the American public
The disconnect between people in combat and civilians living normal, unaware lives.

35:55 – Coping the wrong way
Her honest admission of turning to unhealthy coping mechanisms after deployment.

40:10 – Leadership lessons learned the hard way
What true leadership means in a broken system — and what she would tell young officers today.

46:00 – Why she started speaking publicly in 2020
The moment she decided to tell the truth and help others find their voice.

50:20 – Closing reflections
Resilience, identity, motherhood, and the cost of being a barrier-breaker.


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Inside the CIA: What Hollywood Gets Wrong & How to Make Yourself Impossible to Manipulate — with Rosanna Minchew01 Dec 202500:27:12

00:00 — Intro: Why the Hollywood version of the CIA is nonsense
Rosanna breaks down the biggest myths and why movies exaggerate everything, especially the obsession with explosions.

02:15 — What real intelligence work looks like
Planning, intel gathering, building trust, and long-term relationship management — not action-movie chaos.

05:40 — The truth about manipulation in the intelligence world
The actual reasons people “turn” and why coercion is a weak, unsustainable tactic.

08:10 — The skill that makes you nearly impossible to manipulate
Radical openness: exposing your own skeletons and removing leverage from anyone who might try to control you.

12:30 — How intel officers evaluate people and intentions
Behavior patterns, inconsistencies, and information gaps — not gut feelings.

17:45 — What instinct really means in CIA work
It’s informed pattern recognition, not mystical intuition.

22:00 — The psychology behind secrecy and vulnerability
How hiding your flaws creates leverage against you, and how transparency neutralizes that risk.

27:40 — Misconceptions the public keeps repeating
Why the general public romanticizes espionage and why that leads to wrong assumptions.

33:20 — Operational realities vs public fantasy
The tedious, detailed, methodical nature of actual intelligence operations.

40:00 — Final insights from Rosanna
How normal people can apply CIA thinking to everyday decisions, relationships, and self-protection.


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Breaking the Bureau: Lorena Sierra on Undercover Money Lanes, Kidnapping Cases & Being a Latina in the FBI25 Sep 202500:32:33

0:00–0:35 — Intro + show rank
• Host intro, thanks to listeners for pushing the show into Spotify’s top five.
• Guest introduced: Retired FBI Special Agent Lorena Sierra.

0:35–1:24 — What is a “special agent”? + how Lorena joined the FBI
• Clarifies there’s no difference — “special agent” is the official title.
• Lorena explains she was an accountant by training, joined the FBI during the 1980s hiring surge for financial expertise, and unexpectedly ended up at the Academy.

1:24–2:50 — Early expectations vs. reality
• Expected desk/accounting work; quickly reassigned to undercover/field because her profile (Latina female) was a tactical asset.
• Discussion of being shifted from bookkeeping to undercover roles.

2:50–5:22 — Paperwork and bureaucracy of investigative work
• Lorena highlights the massive load of reports and approvals required for fieldwork — “for every hour you’re out, you write many hours of reports.”
• Notes the Bureau’s bureaucratic structure and its impact on operations.

5:22–7:12 — Era context: rivalry between agencies
• Conversation about 1980s tensions (FBI vs NYPD) during major organized crime cases (Gotti era) and how dynamics varied by office.

7:12–11:00 — Casework focus: financial crimes and money laundering
• Lorena describes her progression into financial crimes, money-laundering investigations, and how complexity increased over time.
• Example: a shell “candy import” company used to launder drug money.

11:00–14:30 — Undercover money operations — methods & intelligence gathering
• Explanation of undercover “money lady” role: carrying/dropping cash, giving test amounts (e.g., $50k) to trace laundering methods.
• How staged transactions and escorts produced intelligence on structuring and movement of funds.

14:30–16:00 — Building trust and undercover roles
• The importance of relationships and trust to perform undercover buys, introduce “big guys,” and vouch for co-operators in operations.

16:00–20:00 — Most impactful cases — anti-kidnapping work in Mexico
• Lorena describes anti-kidnapping work: advising victims’ families on negotiations, staying emotionally detached while supporting families.
• Shares a particularly heart-wrenching case: a family lost their father; the case left a lasting emotional impact.

20:00–21:30 — Long-term impact: a life changed by one conversation
• A college student approaches an FBI booth years later claiming Lorena inspired him to join the Bureau after seeing how she comforted his sister during their worst days — demonstrates the human side and long reach of agents’ work.

21:30–25:00 — Would she recommend the FBI today? (culture & politics)
• Lorena reflects on changes in the Bureau over time: love for the job and camaraderie, but concerns about increasing bureaucracy, politicization, and management decisions.
• She expresses reservations about advising someone to join the FBI today, given perceived deterioration and politicization.

25:00–end — Final thoughts and emotional weight
• Reinforces the bittersweet nature of the work: the proud moments, the emotional toll, and the complexity of serving in a high-pressure, politically charged environment.


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Nobody Respects Police Anymore; Ex-Cop On Why America is a Lost Cause09 Sep 202500:17:51

In this episode, former NYPD officer and private investigator Steve Stanulis explodes over the viral DOJ scandal where federal executive Sean Charles Dunn assaulted a border patrol agent by hurling a sandwich then ran away like a sissy. This government corruption bombshell exposes America's two-tiered justice system where federal employees attack law enforcement without consequences while ordinary citizens face harsh penalties for lesser crimes. Steve drops his most controversial nuclear take, declaring everyone remains a far-left liberal until they get mugged, exposing how wealthy elites hiding in gated mansions with armed security push dangerous defund police policies while living under a completely different justice system. The shocking border patrol assault reveals the total collapse of police respect since Steve witnessed NYPD officers getting pelted with water balloons while unable to fight back. This explosive rant connects DOJ misconduct, two-tiered justice system corruption, and why progressive politics only survive behind walls while working Americans face the brutal reality of weakened law enforcement under government double standards.

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Dubai Princess Gets Bodyguard Fired After Wild Night Out03 Sep 202500:20:16

Former NYPD officer and celebrity bodyguard Steve Stanulis thought he hit the jackpot when assigned to protect an attractive Dubai princess during her stay at the Mandarin Hotel. What started as the perfect security gig quickly turned into a career-ending nightmare when his royal client's true reputation surfaced. In this episode of Bulletproof, host Steve Stanulis reveals why his experienced colleagues were secretly relieved they didn't get this particular assignment and the warning signs he completely missed. The princess' late-night bar visit, which spiraled into drunken confessions about arranged marriages, inappropriate questions about attraction, and shocking revelations about royal family secrets that no bodyguard should've ever heard. Eventually carrying a vomiting princess back to her hotel and facing the inevitable termination call the next morning, Steve shares the wild story of how protecting Dubai royalty became his most regrettable assignment. This lighthearted tale exposes the hidden dangers of high-end security work and why sometimes the most glamorous clients come with the biggest professional risks.

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JonBenét Ramsey Murder : 30 Years of Police Lies and Cover-Up Exposed26 Aug 202500:40:09

Investigative reporter Paula Woodward drops bombshells about the JonBenét Ramsey case that will shatter everything you think you know. In this episode of Bulletproof with host Steve Stanulis, Paula reveals how Boulder Police deliberately leaked false information for 30 years, including lies about no forced entry when there were actually eight signs of break-in, fabricated claims about no footprints in snow when the south side had no snow, and the shocking truth that DNA evidence cleared the parents but was hidden from prosecutors for weeks. Paula exposes how Denver Police offered help but were rejected, why the lead investigator who believed the parents were innocent was banned from testifying to the grand jury, and how 17 pieces of crime scene evidence remain untested despite having DNA technology that could solve the case today. She explains why the $118,000 ransom demand never actually matched John Ramsey's bonus, details the bizarre movie references in the 372-word ransom note, and reveals the real reason this case remains unsolved after three decades of deliberate incompetence and cover-ups.

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Deadly Reveal: Blonde Farm Boy's Murder Truth Haunts Expert After 30 Years22 Aug 202500:42:55

A clean-cut 19-year-old farm boy sits across from forensic psychologist Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski, explaining why he murdered his best friend in cold blood. The answer he gives will leave you speechless and has haunted Dr. Jeff for three decades. In this explosive episode of Bulletproof, host Steve Stanulis uncovers the chilling response that still keeps this criminal mind expert awake at night, plus the fatal psychological flaw that destroyed Luigi Mangione, Jeffrey Epstein, and P-Diddy despite their wealth and intelligence. Dr. Jeff unveils his secret interrogation techniques that trap criminals in their own lies, explains why modern technology has made crime virtually impossible, and shares his explosive story about being hired for an Epstein Netflix documentary that got mysteriously shut down when federal charges dropped. From high-IQ serial killers like Ted Bundy to celebrity predators who believe money grants immunity, Dr. Jeff reveals the psychological patterns that guarantee their destruction and why narcissistic arrogance becomes every criminal's ultimate death sentence.

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Politician Burner Phone Scandal EXPOSED12 Aug 202500:20:57

In this episode of Bulletproof, host Steve Stanulis reveals his most explosive true crime investigation involving a rising political star and a mysterious 2008 burner phone. When a prominent politician's wife walked into his office with cheating suspicions, what started as routine surveillance quickly escalated into federal corruption and campaign ethics violations. Steve discovered the politician secretly meeting his married senior policy advisor at boutique hotels while lying about campaign events. The real bombshell came when NYPD cyber investigators traced the ancient burner phone to off-the-record meetings with a shady real estate developer under federal investigation. The most shocking twist occurred when the wife showed zero reaction to the devastating evidence. Within one week, she quietly filed for divorce, and her husband resigned from politics for "personal reasons." This private investigation demonstrates how power and arrogance can destroy everything, and sometimes clients already know the truth.

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Why this SWAT Veteran would never join Law Enforcement Today05 Aug 202500:41:09


In this episode of Bulletproof, host Steve Stanulis interviews retired police officer Dr. Chuck Rylant, who declares he'd have "absolutely zero chance" of joining law enforcement today. After 20+ years in police work and now serving as an expert witness in police brutality cases, He exposes why police recruitment has collapsed nationwide. He recounts a domestic violence case where he saved a woman from being strangled, only to have the same victim attack him months later for arresting her abuser. This story explains the police officer mental health crisis and rising cynicism in law enforcement. His's bestselling book documents police shooting psychology and the gap between Hollywood police shows and street reality. His analysis of how police reform, body cameras, and lawsuits have changed police work serves as a warning about America's law enforcement crisis and rising crime rates.

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Ex-NYPD Steve Stanulis UNLOADS on Mamdani's Cop-Hating Agenda29 Jul 202500:20:13

NYC mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani once branded the NYPD "wicked and corrupt," demanding it be defunded and dismantled. Former NYPD officer Steve Stanulis calls BS on his convenient campaign flip-flop. In this explosive pilot episode, Steve unleashes a terrifying encounter with a PCP-crazed maniac who sliced out his own tongue and nearly killed multiple armed officers, his brutal reality check for Mamdani's delusional plan to replace battle-tested cops with bleeding-heart social workers. Steve's multi-generational law enforcement blood and years surviving the city's war zones give him the credibility to expose how privileged politicians like Mamdani peddle deadly fantasies from their safe spaces. With this radical ideologue about to control America's largest police force, Steve delivers a stark warning: Mamdani's anti-cop agenda will get people killed. No holds barred true crime starts here.


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"Curtain Call 'Steve Stanulis': I'm Finally Ready to Talk About Hollywood's Criminal Underground"07 Jul 202500:06:10

Welcome to Bulletproof. I'm Steve Stanulis, and after years of keeping quiet about what I've witnessed in Hollywood, I'm finally ready to pull back the curtain on celebrity crime happening right now.
In this pilot episode, I share why I've decided to speak out after living a triple life that nobody could believe - simultaneously working as an NYPD officer, Chippendales dancer, and celebrity bodyguard. Recent events, including someone I used to dance with testifying in the Diddy case, changed everything.
You'll hear about my first private investigation case - going undercover as a male escort to catch a criminal extorting a high-powered woman. I literally put myself on escort websites and almost got plastic surgery to look like Ron Jeremy to nail this guy.
I'll also share what it was really like working with Kanye West, including having to listen to him defend Bill Cosby in my car. Spoiler alert: he's exactly what you think he is.
Unlike other true crime podcasts that rehash decades-old cases, Bulletproof focuses on active celebrity investigations happening right now. I'm not a retired cop telling old stories - I'm a licensed private investigator currently working celebrity crime cases and entertainment industry fraud.
This isn't a tell-all - this is an ongoing investigation into celebrity crime you won't hear about anywhere else.
Subscribe now and hit that notification bell for bi-weekly episodes exposing Hollywood's criminal underground. Follow me on social media @BulletproofTureCrimePodcast for exclusive content and reveals.

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True Crime Just Got Real: My Wildest Undercover Reveals07 Jul 202500:00:38

Big news! My first True Crime Podcast, BULLETPROOF, is coming soon! I'll share stories from my NYPD days, Hollywood security work, and cold cases. Listen to this preview about my undercover experiences as a male escort and other reveals. We're elevating true crime with my real-life insights! Catch us on all podcast platforms.


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Hunting Mafia Graves: Former FBI Agent Seamus McElearney Tells All18 Nov 202500:35:23

In this episode of the BulletProof Podcast, former FBI Special Agent Seamus McElearney shares his most unbelievable on-the-job experience — the hunt for three buried mob victims connected to the Colombo family.

Topics Covered:

  • How Seamus was assigned to run the Colombo family squad

  • The informant “Joe Caves” and his shocking proffer

  • The hunt for three murder victims buried miles apart

  • Why digging for bodies is more complex than people think

  • The FBI’s Evidence Response Team and the 8-day search

  • Press pressure, helicopters, supervisors, and nonstop stress

  • How lime was used by the mob to preserve bodies

  • Seamus’s track record of finding multiple homicide victims

  • What it takes mentally and emotionally to work high-stakes mob cases

  • Guest: Seamus McElearney

Podcast: BulletProof

Real FBI stories, real cases, real intensity.


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Inside the CIA: Gina Bennett on the Realities of Intelligence, Terrorism & Global Threats | BulletProof Podcast10 Nov 202500:32:46

  • Guest: Gina Bennett – Former CIA Senior Counterterrorism Analyst

  • Topic: Inside the CIA, counterterrorism strategy, leadership, and truth behind intelligence work

  • Key themes:

    • Life inside the CIA and intelligence community

    • The emotional and psychological cost of serving in national security

    • How intelligence operations actually work (beyond movies)

    • Women in intelligence and breaking barriers in a male-dominated field

    • Lessons from decades of experience in counterterrorism

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Inside Law Enforcement Leadership: Lessons from Police Chief Chris Hsiung03 Nov 202500:26:17

Key Discussion Points:

  • Chris Hsiung’s journey from officer to Chief of Police

  • The evolution of law enforcement in a rapidly changing society

  • Leadership under pressure: decision-making in life-or-death moments

  • Building community trust through transparency and empathy

  • Balancing accountability, integrity, and operational command

  • The importance of emotional intelligence in policing

  • How digital media and public perception have changed police work

  • Lessons learned from years of crisis response and incident management

Takeaway:
True leadership in law enforcement is not just about enforcing the law — it’s about building trust, leading with empathy, and adapting to a society that demands both protection and understanding.


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Inside the Mind of a Psychic Investigator: Ginnette Lucas on Solving Crimes Through Intuition27 Oct 202500:27:30

  • Host: Steve Stanulis

  • Guest: Ginnette Matacia Lucas, Psychic Investigator & Dowser

  • Topics Covered:

    • How psychic investigation works in real-life missing person cases

    • The Texas case that could have been solved sooner

    • Using dreams and symbols as investigative tools

    • Balancing psychic insights with law enforcement collaboration

    • The emotional toll and responsibility of working with victims’ families

    • Myths, misconceptions, and what it really means to be a “psychic detective”

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When the Badge Breaks: PTSD, Survival & Healing in Law Enforcement | Bullet Proof Podcast with Veronica LaRue & Patrick Kreuzer21 Oct 202500:29:34

Veronica LaRue — Former Detective, Gilbert Police Department (Persons & Violent Crimes Unit); PSB Administrative Investigator at MCSO; Co-Founder, CEO, Podcast Cohost & First Responder Advocate of After Watch Foundation.

Patrick Kreuzer — Marine Corps Veteran, Retired Police Patrol Officer & Field Training Officer at Mesa Police Department; Co-Founder, After Watch Foundation.

Topics Discussed:

The hidden cost of serving: PTSD, stress, and trauma in first responders

Veronica’s 14-year career in law enforcement and the impact of a mass homicide case

Patrick’s experience with child death scenes and the emotional aftermath

How the After Watch Foundation was born and how it helps first responders nationwide

Why stigma still prevents officers from seeking help

The importance of peer support, community, and immediate post-incident resourcesSteve’s own NYPD experiences during 9/11 and reflections on trauma

How humor, camaraderie, and denial play a role in coping with trauma

Practical steps for officers and veterans to seek help confidentially

Resources Mentioned: AfterWatchFoundation.comAfter Watch Foundation on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedInWeekly Peer Support Groups (In-person & Virtual)

24-Hour Crisis Line for First Responders


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From Victim to Voice: The Night a Stranger Broke In — Jami Rice’s True Crime Awakening14 Oct 202500:28:35

Introduction
Steve welcomes guest Jami Rice and sets the tone for a deeply personal true crime conversation.

Early Fascination with Crime
Jami talks about watching trials, reading serial killer books, and her curiosity about criminal psychology from a young age.

The Night Everything Changed
She reveals the chilling story: a stranger spotted her at the grocery store, followed her home, and broke into her bedroom.

Women’s Safety Reality Check
Jami explains how that experience made her hyper-aware that violence can happen anywhere — no matter the neighborhood.

From Trauma to Purpose
She shares how fear turned into a drive to tell stories, seek justice, and advocate for victims.

Final Insights
A reflection on safety, awareness, and why personal experiences often lead people into true crime media.


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The Untold Truth of Jeffrey Dahmer — Anne Schwartz Reveals What She Really Saw Inside His Apartment | Bulletproof True Crime Podcast07 Oct 202500:30:54

In this gripping episode of the Bulletproof True Crime Podcast, host Steve Stanulis sits down with Anne Schwartz, the first reporter to ever cover the Jeffrey Dahmer case. Anne takes listeners inside the chilling reality of Dahmer’s apartment and reflects on the day that changed her life — and crime reporting — forever.

She opens up about what it was like to stand just feet away from evidence of Dahmer’s crimes, how the case unfolded behind the headlines, and how it felt watching the world rediscover her story through Netflix decades later.

This is a raw, emotional, and deeply human conversation that strips away the sensationalism — revealing what truly happens when journalism collides with horror.


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Inside the Mind of a Prosecutor: Jarrett Ferentino on Crime Scenes, Justice & High-Stakes Cases30 Sep 202500:29:34

In this episode of the Bulletproof True Crime Podcast, host explores the realities of frontline prosecution with seasoned district attorney Jarrett Ferentino. He shares gripping insight into:

🔹 Key Topics Covered:

  • Entering homicide crime scenes alongside detectives

  • Viewing the victim firsthand and assessing the scene

  • Collaborating with investigators, forensics teams, and law enforcement

  • Drafting affidavits and warrants on the spot

  • Managing adrenaline while preparing for long legal battles

  • Reconstructing the crime a year or more later in court

  • The emotional weight of holding people accountable

🕒 What to Expect:

Jarrett explains how every chaotic crime scene becomes a box of evidence in his office—and ultimately a fight for justice in the courtroom. His firsthand experience offers an intense, authentic look at how the process really works behind the headlines.

🎙️ Guest: Jarrett Ferentino
🎧 Podcast: Bulletproof True Crime Podcast


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