Ep. 78: V3 Gundogs & Canine Academy: A Story of Survival, Second Chances, and Dog Training
In this episode, Mo and the host sit down with Jeremy Cormier, founder of V3 Gun Dogs and Canine Academy, to trace his path from volunteer EMT, police cadet and teen pilot to studying organized crime in Florence and serving ten years in law enforcement. After a personal crisis and attempted suicide, Jeremy rebuilt his life by turning a lifelong love of dogs into a rapidly growing training business.
Now training hundreds of hunting, competitive, military, law enforcement, and behavior dogs a year, Jeremy shares candid lessons on resilience, canine training, school and community programs, and building a nonprofit to donate trained dogs to agencies in need.
To contact Jeremy Cormier please visit: https://www.v3gundogs.com/
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Ep. 77: The Barefoot Professional: NYPD Det. (Retired) Lee Wittek on travel, policing, and laughs
In this episode, Vic Martinez and the host sit down with Lee Wittek, a retired NYPD detective known as "Stromboli" and the "barefoot professional." This lively, lighthearted conversation revisits Lee's global childhood travels, including visits to the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, and shares humorous and vivid stories from his NYPD career, from being the face of the department's suicide-prevention campaign to working in counterterrorism.
Lee reflects on cultural differences, memorable food experiences, and how travel shaped his perspective, while the hosts and guests trade jokes and personal anecdotes. The episode also includes shout-outs to sponsors and the Street Tales Network’s book and apparel.
To contact us, get your copy of Street Tales Volume One, shop our Street Tales Network apparel (all proceeds go to Blue Cancer Connect), and gain access to all the podcasts on our platform, please go to: https://www.streettalesnetwork.com/
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Ep. 76: Homefront Resilience: Mary McFarland’s Story of Love, Loss & Healing
In this episode, Mo and I sit down with Mary McFarland, the wife of Tony McFarland—a Bronze Star recipient who returned from service with PTSD and profound changes. Mary shares how they met, the arc of Tony’s military career, and how they raised a family through deployments and difficult transitions.
Mary also recounts her personal path: returning to school, earning her nursing degree and then a master’s in nursing, and now working with the VA to mentor and counsel veterans in crisis. Her story is a compelling blend of devotion to family, perseverance, and service to others.
We appreciate Mary’s time and insight—her passion for her husband and veteran advocacy shines through. We hope you enjoy this heartfelt conversation.
To contact us, get your copy of Street Tales Volume One, purchase your Street Tales Network Apparel (all proceeds go to Blue Cancer Connect, and gain access to all the podcasts on our platform, please go to: https://www.streettalesnetwork.com/
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Ep. 76: Homefront Resilience: Mary McFarland’s Story of Love, Loss & Healing
In this episode, Mo and I sit down with Mary McFarland, the wife of Tony McFarland—a Bronze Star recipient who returned from service with PTSD and profound changes. Mary shares how they met, the arc of Tony’s military career, and how they raised a family through deployments and difficult transitions.
Mary also recounts her personal path: returning to school, earning her nursing degree and then a master’s in nursing, and now working with the VA to mentor and counsel veterans in crisis. Her story is a compelling blend of devotion to family, perseverance, and service to others.
We appreciate Mary’s time and insight—her passion for her husband and veteran advocacy shines through. We hope you enjoy this heartfelt conversation.
To contact us, get your copy of Street Tales Volume One, purchase your Street Tales Network Apparel (all proceeds go to Blue Cancer Connect, and gain access to all the podcasts on our platform, please go to: https://www.streettalesnetwork.com/
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Ep. 75: Lucy's Fight — Cancer, Courage and Unexpected Comforts
This episode is an emotional tribute to Lucy Macaluso, with Marine Corp Lt. Col (retired) Adam Macaluso sharing memories of Lucy's childhood, the decision to become a father, and the everyday moments that made her unique.
They discuss Lucy's Ewing sarcoma diagnosis, the family's experience with treatment and caregiving, how friends and colleagues reacted, and the lasting impact of grief, loss, and community support.
To contact the Street Tales Network and get your copy of Street Tales Volume One please go to: https://www.streettalesnetwork.com/
The Street Tales team is made up of law enforcement and military professionals dedicated to exploring diverse stories of people from different walks of life and professions. We do this by fostering open and honest discussions! You can reach us for all content, books, bookings for speaking engagements, support our sponsors, or be a guest on the show by going to Street Tales Network
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