Bombs, Brotherhood & Boundaries: A Cop’s Candid Confession
In this episode two hosts sit down for a candid conversation about life after retirement, the choice to prioritize family, and how to separate personal identity from the badge.
They share career lessons, advice for younger officers, and the realities of being a minority in law enforcement, plus surprising stories about bomb‑tech work and specialized roles.
Practical takeaways include planning for retirement, staying true to your values, and the importance of representation and training in communities and departments.
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Street Tales: Real Conversations from Both Sides of the Law
Street Tales Trailer! This podcast is dedicated to exploring the diverse stories within the law enforcement community, fostering open and honest discussions about the realities of policing from both sides of the law. You can reach us for all content, books, bookings for speaking engagements or as a podcast guest at www.streettalesnetwork.com
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9/11 at the Pentagon and a Soldier’s Second Chance: U.S. Army Sgt. First Class (retired) Tony McFarland
In this episode U.S. Army Sgt. First Class (retired) Tony McFarland opens up about growing up in Ohio, joining the Army, being at the Pentagon on 9/11, multiple deployments, and the long road through grief, PTSD, and recovery. Tony shares raw stories about family, near-suicide after his mother’s death, and how counseling, love, and honesty helped rebuild relationships and find purpose.
To contact us, book us for speaking events, support our sponsors, purchase Street Tales Volume 1, and see all of the podcasts on the Street Tales Network please go to www.streettalesnetwork.com
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Street Tales Volume 1 - With the Street Tales Network Team
Street Tales Network presents a unique podcast-based book, Street Tales Volume 1, that highlights real-life stories from both sides of the law. Each chapter features a conversationally edited account of a person’s journey and includes a QR code to listen to the original podcast episode.
Volume One shares transformative stories—addiction, crime, recovery, and what led each person into law enforcement—offering human perspectives that connect listeners and readers.
Available on Amazon and www.streettalesnetwork.com.
Check us out and support our team and our mission! Thank you!
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Living Blue: Inside retired NYPD Det. Jason Palamara’s Fight for First Responder Mental Health
Retired NYPD detective Jason (retired) Palamara recounts his fast rise from academy recruit pulled into the 9/11 response to a career investigating homicides and cold cases.
He discusses the emotional toll on officers and families, the challenges of prosecution, and his path to recovery through faith, peer support, equine therapy, and advocacy.
Palamara also shares his post‑retirement work — the book "Living Blue," Living Blue Apparel, and resources supporting veterans and first responders.
Support Living Blue @ www.livingblueapparel.com
For a full list of all shows on the Street Tales Network, Street Tales Volume 1, and to contact us please visit www.streettalesnetwork.com
This podcast is dedicated to exploring the diverse stories within the law enforcement community, fostering open and honest discussions about the realities of policing from both sides of the law. You can reach us for all content, books, bookings for speaking engagements or as a podcast guest at Street Tales Network
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