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Aspects of HistoryThe Nazi Mind with Laurence ReesDuring Nazi rule it is estimated that 8 million Germans were members of the party, that’s around 10% of the population. The ideology they believed in was responsible for the deaths of 6 million jews, as well as gypsies, homosexuals and the infirm. Millions more were murdered via slave labour and in the invasions east and west.So what about the mindset of the people who carried out these crimes against humanity? Were they brainwashed by Hitler? Were they mentally ill, or were they simply all psychopaths? Joining the podcast today is author and broadcaster Laurence Rees to discuss hi...2025-02-1554 minAspects of HistoryThe Nazi Mind with Laurence ReesDuring Nazi rule it is estimated that 8 million Germans were members of the party, that’s around 10% of the population. The ideology they believed in was responsible for the deaths of 6 million jews, as well as gypsies, homosexuals and the infirm. Millions more were murdered via slave labour and in the invasions east and west.So what about the mindset of the people who carried out these crimes against humanity? Were they brainwashed by Hitler? Were they mentally ill, or were they simply all psychopaths? Joining the podcast today is author and broadcaster Laurence Rees to discuss hi...2025-02-1554 min
Faubourg 110Oliver Twist (2)Le dépôt de mendicité veut se débarasser d'Oliver, au motif qu'il a osé demander une ration supplémentaire de gruau - crime atroce ! Un ramoneur peu scrupuleux veut l'embaucher comme apprenti, surtout dans le but de récupérer la récompense promise par la paroisse. Que va-t-il advenir d'Oliver ?2024-04-2426 minFaubourg 110Oliver Twist (1)Oliver Twist est né dans un dépôt de mendicité. Sa mère est décédée juste après l'avoir mis au monde. Personne n'aurait misé un sous sur lui. Mais pourtant, le petit Oliver va se révéler étonnament solide.2024-04-1725 min
Protect and ServeWhen the interviewer becomes the interviewee - From Gypsy Hill to the outback of Australia with Fmr Sergeant Oliver Laurence.Join stand in host Rory Geoghegan in an insightful conversation with the host of the Protect & Serve Podcast and former police sergeant, Oliver Laurence. In this gripping episode, Oliver takes us through his remarkable journey from the police cadets at Gypsy Hill police station to patrolling the expansive outback of Australia.With candid storytelling, Oliver shares the pivotal moments and challenges that defined his career in policing, offering a unique perspective on law enforcement in both urban and remote settings. From heart-pounding encounters to moments of deep significance, this episode delves into the e...2024-03-111h 20Protect and ServeClosing The Door on a life of Crime - Sicarius McGrathThis week on Protect and Serve, join host Oliver Laurence, a former police officer, as he sits down with Sicarius McGrath for a gripping conversation. Sicarius shares his journey from a life entrenched in organised crime, dealing with firearms, drugs, and stolen cars, to a passionate advocate for change. Discover how Sicarius is turning his life around and now dedicates himself to supporting young people and advocating for solutions to tackle serious and violent crime in our nation. Tune in for a story of redemption and resilience you won't want to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...2024-02-191h 23Protect and ServeKnife crime in London - A-Jae Wright, Chad Miller, and DevanteWelcome to another compelling episode of Protect & Serve, where host Oliver Laurence engages in a thought-provoking conversation with our special guests, A-Jae Wright, Chad Miller, and Devante. In this episode, we dive deep into the pressing issue of knife violence in London and the immense challenges faced by young individuals who find themselves making the unfortunate choice to carry a knife.London, like many major cities, has been grappling with a surge in knife-related incidents, leaving communities shaken and families devastated. Join us as we engage in a candid and eye-opening discussion about the root causes...2024-01-221h 47Protect and ServeA lifetime of policing in The Metropolitan Police with Ret'd Commander Sue Williams QPMSue Williams retired from 40 years policing in MPS at the rank of Commander responsible for the Criminal Justice Portfolio working closely with a variety of stakeholders to deliver prosecutions and custody provisions in London. Previously Sue was responsible for Safeguarding and Public Protection Portfolio which had 14 areas of critical vulnerabilities for communities across London. As a Chief Officer, Sue managed risk, compliance, technology, innovation, audit, and stakeholder management as well as developing national policy. Sue was kind enough to sit down with me and look back at her remarkable career in UK policing.2024-01-021h 17Protect and ServeManaging the Media in a Crisis - Ret'd Chief Constable Andy Trotter OBE QPMAndrew worked for British Transport Police for 10 years from 2004, serving as Chief Constable and Deputy Chief Constable. Prior to this, he served more than 30 years in the Kent and Metropolitan police services, including six years as Deputy Assistant Commissioner with the Met.Andrew has been Chair of Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust for seven years and will continue in this role. The Trust delivers community and mental health services in south east London and prison health services in London and Kent. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-281h 13Protect and ServeHappy Birthday Protect & Serve - Thank YouWhat a year it has been! We can't thank everyone enough for the incredible support for the show, the wonderful comments' and feedback each week is what makes this show a joy to create.Thank you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-2135 minProtect and ServeSupporting The Police - The Police Chaplains Rev'd Dom JonesDom was born & bred in Cornwall, until moving to Hampshire in 2017, he is married to Hannah who is primary school teacher and they have 1 daughter who was born in lockdown 1 – May 2020. Ordained as an Anglican Priest in 2011 Dom spent 6 years in parishes in Cornwall before moving to Hampshire in August 17 to be the first ever Lead Chaplain to the Force. During his time in Cornwall Dom was a volunteer police chaplain with Devon and Cornwall Police based at Falmouth Police Station; whilst at Falmouth Dom became famous (in his station!) for always bringing in cake – something he has carried with...2023-08-1449 minProtect and ServeFollowing my father into a life of public service. The story of Graham McNulty QPM.Graham McNulty is a former Deputy Assistant Commissioner (DAC) in the Metropolitan Police and former Deputy Chief Constable of Hampshire Constabulary. In January 2023 Graham retired from policing after thirty years service to set up Orochi Solutions, a vehicle to offer his unique expertise and experience to the public and private sector. Much of Graham’s service has focused on tackling serious and organised crime (SOC). As the MPS lead for SOC he has engaged with law enforcement partners across the globe, targeting the most complex, determined, and dangerous organised crime groups. His international work was recently rew...2023-08-071h 22Protect and ServeThe greatest challenge was yet to come with Ret’d D/Sgt Craig SempleCraig Semple was a career Detective within the NSW Police Force for 25 years. Much of Craig’s career was invested in `high risk’ law enforcement including drug investigation, the investigation of outlaw motorcycle gangs and homicides. Craig has just completed his autobiography titled “The Cope who fell to earth”In this raw and unflinchingly honest autobiography he gives a rare insight into the difficulties and dynamics of criminal investigation. Crime scenes described in vivid detail provide a front-row seat to the challenges of trauma, while gripping narratives of covert operations shine a light on the sh...2023-07-3148 minProtect and ServeLaying the foundations with Ret’d D/Sgt Craig SempleCraig Semple was a career Detective within the NSW Police Force for 25 years. Much of Craig’s career was invested in `high risk’ law enforcement including drug investigation, the investigation of outlaw motorcycle gangs and homicides. Craig has just completed his autobiography titled “The Cope who fell to earth”In this raw and unflinchingly honest autobiography he gives a rare insight into the difficulties and dynamics of criminal investigation. Crime scenes described in vivid detail provide a front-row seat to the challenges of trauma, while gripping narratives of covert operations shine a light on the sh...2023-07-3146 minProtect and ServeThe Bus-Gate Scandal - Another Crisis for The MetIn this bonus episode, Oliver Laurence sits down with the founder of the Public Safety Foundation, Rory Geoghegan to review the incident in Croydon where officers from the Met Police detained a female after she refused to show her travel permit to TFL officers after getting off a London bus. Were the officers in the wrong? Or were they just doing their job and supporting another government agency who are employed to ensure those who use public transport in and around London pay for that privilege. All this, next on Protect and Serve. Hosted on Acast. See acast...2023-07-2752 minProtect and ServePolicing District 5 with Ret'd Milwaukee Sgt Patrick O'DonnellSgt. O’Donnell worked in one of the nation’s largest police departments for 25 years. He has been in charge of thousands of crime scenes and investigations, including homicides, sexual assaults, and robberies. Now an author, he’s here to help you write the best crime-related novel or screenplay possible.Patrick O'Donnell is the product of two young Irish immigrants. He was born and spent his early childhood in the great city of Chicago.He lives with his wife, kids, and 3 dogs. O'Donnell has published self-help books under different pen names and made Amazon's...2023-07-241h 04Protect and ServeMurder Investigation Team - Jack The Ripper Ret'd D/Insp Steven KeoghIn this bonus episode I sit down with Protect and Serve Podcast regular and favourite, Ret'd D/Insp Steven Keogh to talk about the release of his new and exciting book, Murder Investigation Team, Jack The Ripper a 21st Century Investigation. Get your copy here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-2142 minProtect and ServeThe Challenges of Leadership as a Chief Constable with Sir Peter Fahy QPMSir Peter Fahy served as a police officer for 34 years in 5 different UK police forces. After working in a number of operational, detective and command posts he served as Chief Constable of Cheshire for 8 years and then Chief Constable of Greater Manchester for 5 years. He implemented a number of major change programmes particularly on neighbourhood policing and serious crime. He was elected as Vice President of the Association of Chief Police Officers in 2011 and held a number of national policy positions including national lead for the Prevent counter-terrorist programme, race and diversity and workforce development. He wa...2023-07-171h 25Protect and ServeWhere to for The Met Part 2In Part 2 of my conversations about the challenges facing The Met. I sit down in this episode with Ret’d Flying Squad Detective, Jackie Malton, and former Metropolitan police officer and Special Advisor to the Prime Minister, Rory Geoghegan to get their views on the challenges facing Sir Mark Rowley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-151h 11Protect and ServeKidnap & Ransom with Ret'd D/Supt Sue Williams QPMSuzanne Williams is an Associate Fellow of Saïd Business School where she teaches on the Oxford Programme on Negotiation. She is an experienced and internationally renowned hostage negotiator.As a London senior detective Sue was the Officer in Charge of both the Kidnap and the Hostage Crisis Negotiation Units at Scotland Yard. At the highest-level Sue has been an active contributor to the UK Government's crisis response process in cases of kidnap or abduction overseas. She has regularly advised senior ministers as part of the Cabinet Office Briefings (COBRA), the Governments crisis management structure.2023-07-101h 07Protect and ServePolicing Counter Terrorism, & Mafia In the FBI with Richard FrankelRichard M. Frankel is a Senior Fellow at The Soufan Center and has previously worked for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He has served as the Associate Director of National Intelligence and Senior FBI Representative to the Office of the Director of National Intelligence with the responsibility for overseeing and managing domestic intelligence relationships. Mr. Frankel oversaw criminal investigations, as well as undercover and tactical operations, while actively working to lead organizational transformational efforts to transition to a threat-based, intelligence-led operating posture. A recognized authority in complex investigations, asset recovery, cyber issues and crisis management, Frankel also provides regular insight...2023-07-031h 30Protect and ServeWhere to for British Policing from here, with Steve Keogh and Iain DonnellyIn this bonus episode of Protect & Serve, Oliver is joined by Iain Donnelly, host of the Tango Juliet Foxtrot Podcast & Steve Keogh a retired Detective Inspector and writer of Murder Investigation Team & Murder Investigation Team: Jack the Ripper. The three discuss the challenges facing British policing, where to now for The Met Police and what three things they would consider if they were in Sir Mark Rowley's position. All this and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-301h 28Protect and ServeA day that changed New Zealand Forever with Bruce O'BrienBruce O'Brien is an Assistant Commissioner of the New Zealand Police. Currently, though he finds himself in his new and exciting role for NZ Police based in London as the Senior Liaison Officer for the United Kingdom, Europe, Middle East, and Africa. An exciting role contributing to keeping New Zealand safe from afar.In this episode of Protect and Serve, Bruce and talk about his career in policing thus far, from policing the streets of Auckland to country policing and the tragic day when New Zealand was hit by the worst terrorist incident i...2023-06-261h 03Protect and ServeSikhism and Success in British Policing with C/Supt Raj KohliRaj Kohli joined the Metropolitan Police Service in 1992. In 1999 he was promoted to Inspector and, in 2001, completed the Senior Investigators Course and moved to the Borough of Brent as the Detective Inspector in charge of pro-active operations. In 2006 Raj was promoted to Chief Inspector and was made the operational lead for the policing of South Brent. Shortly after, he moved into a central policy unit before being promoted to Superintendent and moving to Camden, where he oversaw a significant reduction in gang crime, youth crime, and gang-related violence. In 2012 Raj played a key ro...2023-06-191h 31Protect and Serve"Filling the void - From a life of policing, to a passion for writing", Ret'd C/Supt Simon Bowden.Simon Bowden retired from Thames Valley Police as a chief superintendent in 2018 after a busy career. He worked in numerous operational roles, from response officer to public order commander. Simon was the Local Police Area Commander for Bracknell before commanding the police in Windsor and Maidenhead and then moving on to be the commander at Slough and then to the National Police Chief’s Council, where he was based in thew Home Office. Simon now lives in Woolton Hill, near Newbury, Berkshire, where he is often out cycling or walking his dogs, always thinking about new sto...2023-06-121h 12Protect and Serve Policing Scotland - With Ret'd Supt Martin Gallagher Phd.Ret'd Supt Martin Gallagher held a variety of roles during his career including operational patrol, both as a Constable and Sergeant; Detective roles (DC and DS) including drugs interdiction, intelligence and as a serious crime investigator / Dep SIO; national resilience work, including crisis events, the London Olympics and COP26; Divisional level Co-ordination and Partnership engagement; Executive level research, support and advice on strategic issues. Martin completed a successful posting as Local Area Commander, leading a team of 200 staff in Scotland's largest town, Paisley. From this role he progressed to become Deputy and then Business Lead for M...2023-06-051h 12Protect and ServeA life in The Met with Ret’d Commander Simon Foy QPMHaving joined the Metropolitan Police Service in 1982, Simon was promoted to Commander in 2003 after 20 years working on murder and child abuse cases, and in some of the most challenging environments. From 2007 to 2012 he was the head of the Metropolitan Police Homicide and Serious Crime Command, dealing with the investigation of murder and serious crime in both London and (where called on) around the world. In 2009 he became the head of the new specialist crime teams dealing with the investigation of rape, and also the teams dealing with child abuse and paedophile activity. ...2023-05-291h 28Protect and ServePolicing & Politics - Have we crossed the line of impartiality?Harry Miller, a former police officer from Humberside, was investigated by police over a poem that he posted on Twitter.A “cohesion officer” from Humberside Police telephoned Harry and told him that, while his tweets had not broken any laws, he should not to engage in political debate on Twitter “because some people don’t like it”. The officer cited 30 ‘potentially offensive tweets’, but the police have so far refused to identify the tweets they deem to be offensive.Although no crime was committed, sharing the poem online was recorded as a hate incident.2023-05-221h 04Protect and ServeYou’re not dead until your identified formally. - Fmr D/Sgt Miles Manning P2For nearly 20 years Retired D/Sgt Miles Manning helped many families following the death of a loved one as a result of violent crime or mass casualty event. Working on The Tsunami he began to understand the complexities and complete lack of support to families of those who died abroad. Following the attacks in Sousse and Brussels he led the team of Family Liaison Officers deployed in country assisting the victims’ families. These were the most challenging but personally rewarding weeks of a 35-year career in the Military and the Police. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...2023-05-151h 03Protect and ServeA career path determined by turning right and not left... - Fmr D/Sgt Miles Manning P1For nearly 20 years Retired D/Sgt Miles Manning helped many families following the death of a loved one as a result of violent crime or mass casualty event. Working on The Tsunami he began to understand the complexities and complete lack of support to families of those who died abroad. Following the attacks in Sousse and Brussels he led the team of Family Liaison Officers deployed in country assisting the victims’ families. These were the most challenging but personally rewarding weeks of a 35-year career in the Military and the Police. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...2023-05-1546 minProtect and ServePt. 2 A young black man shot by police, a grieving family, and a community on the cusp of further public disorder- Borough Commander, Victor Olisa QPMVictor served as a police officer for 35 years. He joined Surrey Police in 1982 straight from university, where he obtained a BSc Biochemistry (Hons) degree. He transferred to the City of London Police in 1990 and worked in various roles that included Detective Inspector in the Fraud Squad. In 2003 he went on secondment to the Home Office to work on Stop and Search in the Office for Criminal Justice Reform. The work involved advising Ministers on policy and chief police officers on good practice in their officers’ use of stop and search. In 2005 he was award...2023-05-081h 13Protect and ServePt.1 Establishing myself in policing as the first black officer in Surrey ConstabularyVictor served as a police officer for 35 years. He joined Surrey Police in 1982 straight from university, where he obtained a BSc Biochemistry (Hons) degree. He transferred to the City of London Police in 1990 and worked in various roles that included Detective Inspector in the Fraud Squad. In 2003 he went on secondment to the Home Office to work on Stop and Search in the Office for Criminal Justice Reform. The work involved advising Ministers on policy and chief police officers on good practice in their officers’ use of stop and search. In 2005 he was award...2023-05-081h 01
Cops and Writers Podcast117 From the Outback to the Gold Coast, Australian Policing With Sergeant Oliver LaurenceSend us a textG’day mates! Today we are going to the land down under to speak with Oliver Laurence, who was a police sergeant in Australia! Oliver Laurence worked for the South Australian Police and the Queensland Police Service as a constable, senior constable, and was promoted to the rank of sergeant. During his career in law enforcement in Australia, he worked in a variety of positions and locations from the Gold Coast to the Outback. Upon retirement, he started his own secur...2023-05-081h 09Protect and ServeThere was more good, than there was bad in The Met - Ret'd Insp Chris Donaldson's StoryChris Donaldson spent three decades policing the streets of London, with substantial experience as a firearms and public order commander. Chris has also served as a Chair, Board Member, and youth mentor for a number of charities focused on serving young people in the inner city of London. In this episode of Protect and Serve, Chris walks us through the challenges of policing one of the most diverse and challenging cities in the country, London. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-011h 30Protect and ServeFrom guarding IRA Terrorist Coffins, to Investigating Football violence - Ret'd C/Supt Michael Layton QPMSince 1996 Mike has worked in Senior Management positions as either a Superintendent or Chief Superintendent in three Police Forces, namely the West Midlands Police, the Sovereign Bases Police in Cyprus, and the British Transport Police.In January 2003 he was awarded the Queens Police Medal in the New Years Honours List for services to the Police.Having concluded his service with the Police in the UK he was resident in Cyprus from 1.4.2011 but returned to the UK permanently on the 3rd August 2011.Throughout his career Michael has maintained an interest in...2023-04-241h 09Protect and ServeEp 2 - From Frontline Bobby to No.10 Downing StreetRory has spent more than a decade working on law and order, from fighting crime and disorder on the beat as a neighbourhood police officer in south London to advocating for anti-crime policies in the corridors of Whitehall and Parliament.Most recently, Rory served as Special Adviser to the Prime Minister on Justice and Home Affairs in the No10 Policy Unit. He is unique in having served as both a Constable and to have spent time at the very heart of Government. He has seen the reality of the frontline, the reality faced by victims of...2023-04-171h 08Protect and ServeEp 1 - From Special Constable to Regular Crime FighterRory has spent more than a decade working on law and order, from fighting crime and disorder on the beat as a neighbourhood police officer in south London to advocating for anti-crime policies in the corridors of Whitehall and Parliament.Most recently, Rory served as Special Adviser to the Prime Minister on Justice and Home Affairs in the No10 Policy Unit. He is unique in having served as both a Constable and to have spent time at the very heart of Government. He has seen the reality of the frontline, the reality faced by victims of...2023-04-171h 03Protect and ServeEp2. And the winner of the BAFTA for British Short film for 2022 is…For 26 years, G was a police officer in London's Metropolitan Police Service, where he came out as the UK's first openly gay Black police officer.During his service with London’s Metropolitan Police Service, G facilitated workshops as part of national initiatives, implemented by the National Police Improvement Agency, to increase D+I awareness and practices supporting both frontline and executive leaders. He also delivered bespoke leadership programs specifically designed for minority groups (The Positive Action Leadership Program).G delivers keynote presentations, workshops and coaches senior executives in one-on-one sessions on how to na...2023-04-1052 minProtect and ServeEp1. I joined because I didn’t want to be black anymore.For 26 years, G was a police officer in London's Metropolitan Police Service, where he came out as the UK's first openly gay Black police officer.During his service with London’s Metropolitan Police Service, G facilitated workshops as part of national initiatives, implemented by the National Police Improvement Agency, to increase D+I awareness and practices supporting both frontline and executive leaders. He also delivered bespoke leadership programs specifically designed for minority groups (The Positive Action Leadership Program).G delivers keynote presentations, workshops and coaches senior executives in one-on-one sessions on how to na...2023-04-1040 minProtect and ServeThe challenges of international deployments - Jason Semple P2Jason Semple is a career cop. A guy who has faced down some of the biggest challenges that policing could throw at anyone. There is no greater challenge than lying on the footpath, bleeding to death and remembering about a book you read which trained the mind to relax, a book that Jason would agree probably saved his life. He has had an incredible policing career, both inside and outside of uniform, and we recall it all, during this chat on Protect & Serve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-031h 03Protect and ServeFighting for life, staying calm and losing your mates - Jason Semple P1Jason Semple is a career cop. A guy who has faced down some of the biggest challenges that policing could throw at anyone. There is no greater challenge than lying on the footpath, bleeding to death and remembering about a book you read which trained the mind to relax, a book that Jason would agree probably saved his life. He has had an incredible policing career, both inside and outside of uniform, and we recall it all, during this chat on Protect & Serve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-031h 03Protect and ServeEp 2 - The final chapter, justice for young Rikki Neave & his family.Retired Assistant Chief Constable, Paul Fullwood has demonstrated exceptional leadership, organisational ability, and intellectual capability, verified by having risen to senior executive level in one of the most demanding and complex organisations in UK policing. Paul has an exceptional record of thriving in the most sensitive and high pressure environments, able to drive performance, inspire confidence and engage in a diversity of settings. Throughout his policing career and beyond it, Paul has consistently delivered the highest level of integrity, professionalism and personal responsibility when overseeing any of his investigations and complex policing operations. In...2023-03-2759 minProtect and ServeEp 1 - The makings of a detective, the early years of Paul FullwoodRetired Assistant Chief Constable, Paul Fullwood has demonstrated exceptional leadership, organisational ability, and intellectual capability, verified by having risen to senior executive level in one of the most demanding and complex organisations in UK policing. Paul has an exceptional record of thriving in the most sensitive and high pressure environments, able to drive performance, inspire confidence and engage in a diversity of settings. Throughout his policing career and beyond it, Paul has consistently delivered the highest level of integrity, professionalism and personal responsibility when overseeing any of his investigations and complex policing operations. In...2023-03-2700 minProtect and ServeA policewoman's tale, looking for the dead and finding hope for the living - Sgt Gill Williams QPMRet'd Police Sergeant Gill Williams spent over 20 years as a professional police diver with Thames Valley Police, she was the first female to lead a dive team in the United Kingdom and is one of the most respected police divers of her generation. She has been involved in and led on hundreds of police diving operations. In this episode of Protect and Serve, Gill reflects on her career and recalls some of the most confronting dives she went on recovering sadly people that had been taken from their families in sometimes horrific circumstances. Gill is the...2023-03-201h 38Protect and ServeProtecting the Monarch - The Met's Elite Royal Protection Team - Simon Morgan - p2Having served as a Metropolitan Police Officer for 20 years, serving in SO14(2) Royalty Personal Protection, SO19 Force Firearms Command and The Territorial Support Group (TSG). Simon Morgan gained experience and knowledge in the Police Service at such events as Trooping of The Colour, The 7/7 Terrorist Attacks and the Paddington Rail Disaster. In this episode, we explore some of Simon's career highlights, the challenges he faced in his various positions which would shape his ability to be able to protect arguably the most famous family in the world, the British Royal Family. Hosted on...2023-03-131h 02Protect and ServePolicing the threat of terrorism in SO19 - Simon Morgan P1Having served as a Metropolitan Police Officer for 20 years, serving in SO14(2) Royalty Personal Protection, SO19 Force Firearms Command and The Territorial Support Group (TSG). Simon Morgan gained experience and knowledge in the Police Service at such events as Trooping of The Colour, The 7/7 Terrorist Attacks and the Paddington Rail Disaster. In this episode, we explore some of Simon's career highlights, the challenges he faced in his various positions which would shape his ability to be able to protect arguably the most famous family in the world, the British Royal Family. Hosted on...2023-03-131h 06
Protect and ServePaving the way for generations of woman in colour to follow. Ret’d ACC Kerrin Wilson QPM.Today we sit down with Ret’d ACC Kerrin Wilson QPM.Kerrin began her policing career in Northumbria Police before moving to Cleveland Police, then North Yorkshire and Durham Constabulary and completing this in Lincolnshire. She's had an incredible and varied career with extensive international experience working in conflict zones including Baghdad, Iraq to reviewing police responses to terrorism in Sydney, Australia. She's proudly worked with and supported numerous international law enforcement colleagues across the globe. Leading on diversity matters nationally within policing, especially in respect of Race and Gender. A former national po...2023-03-061h 53Protect and ServeRiots, Pursuits & Public order - Retired Police Sergeant Graham WettonRetired Police Sergeant Graham Wetton is a highly experienced Police officer with over thirty years service working in Central London dealing with critical incidents. He has been deployed at a majority of significant Public Order incidents over 30 years including Brixton 1981, Tottenham 1985 and G20 in 2009. He was a Police trained Class One driver, pursuit trained, Public Order trained and completed the public order command course. Throughout his career, Graham organised, co ordinated and managed police officers at major events in London and across the UK, he delivered briefings and presentations to police officers and the business community...2023-02-271h 13Protect and ServeIn the line of fire - Standing up against corruption and organised crime in Victoria. - Sir Ken JonesIn an interview with the ‘Protect and Serve’ podcast Sir Ken Jones, a former Chief Constable and President of the UK Association of Chief Police Officers talks about his time as Deputy Commissioner of Victoria Police in southern Australia. Sir Ken tells listeners his fascinating inside story of police corruption, the murder in custody of renowned criminal Carl Williams, and his struggle uncovering police wrongdoing regarding ‘supergrass’ Nicola Gobbo, formerly known as ‘Lawyer X’.But doing ‘the right thing’ can come at enormous personal risk. Sir Ken received death threats for his work exposing wrongdoi...2023-02-201h 08Protect and ServeFrom Country Lad to Chief Constable and all the important roles in-between - Sir Ken JonesIn an interview with the ‘Protect and Serve’ podcast Sir Ken Jones, a former Chief Constable and President of the UK Association of Chief Police Officers talks about his time as Deputy Commissioner of Victoria Police in southern Australia. Sir Ken tells listeners his fascinating inside story of police corruption, the murder in custody of renowned criminal Carl Williams, and his struggle uncovering police wrongdoing regarding ‘supergrass’ Nicola Gobbo, formerly known as ‘Lawyer X’.But doing ‘the right thing’ can come at enormous personal risk. Sir Ken received death threats for his work exposing wrongdoi...2023-02-2050 minProtect and ServeIts ok, not to be ok. The amazing work of PTSD999Following on from our chat with actor Graham Cole who played the iconic TV role of Tony Stamp on the British police drama 'the Bill', this week we sit down with the two men who founded the incredible charity that Graham supports, PTSD999.PTSD999 is the only organisation in the UK that supports all members of the emergency services, both serving and retired, voluntary, family and friends. PTSD999 is completely independent and funded by private donations, sales through the shop and service or products that they deliver.PTSD999 is unique in...2023-02-131h 11
British Murders with Stuart BluesInterview #24 | Oliver Laurence (Security & Intelligence Investigator and Former Police Constable)I welcome award-winning investigator Oliver Laurence to the show in this interview episode.Oliver spent over 12 years as a police officer in the Metropolitan Police, South Australia Police and Queensland Police Service.Since retiring from the police, Oliver has achieved great things as a security and intelligence investigator, including receiving the UK Investigator of the Year award in 2019.He is currently a managing partner of I-OnAsia, a global risk management company, and the host of 'Protect & Serve', a podcast that sees Oliver chat with various people in law enforcement.2023-02-131h 07Protect and ServeTony Stamp, not just a TV icon - Graham Cole OBEGraham Cole OBE, is best known as PC Tony Stamp in the ITV police drama The Bill, a role he played initially as a recurring character from 1984, and then as a regular from 1988 until 2009. Graham appeared in more episodes of the programme than any other actor, appearing in 1,202 episodes. He had previously spent 12 years in Repertory Theatre, and musicals.He presented and narrated the police video programme Police Stop!. He appeared regularly on Noel's House Party in sketches with Andrew Paul. Cole was gunged on the show, which was arranged by his mother-in-law. He has also...2023-02-061h 23Protect and ServeThe challenges & sacrifices of a Gold Commander & G20 - Ret’d Commander Robert ‘Bob’ Broadhurst - Part 2Bob served in the Metropolitan Police Service for 36 years, ending as Commander Public Order and Gold Commander for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. He was the Borough commander for the London Borough of Sutton and the deputy Borough commander in Lambeth. A long-standing member of the Met's advanced public order cadre, he covered every conceivable type of event and was the Gold commander for many iconic London events. He was also a hostage and crisis negotiator for 20 years, one of small group of officers who together saved hundreds of lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2023-01-301h 08Protect and ServeThe early years of policing London. - Ret’d Commander Robert ‘Bob’ Broadhurst - Part 1Bob served in the Metropolitan Police Service for 36 years, ending as Commander Public Order and Gold Commander for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. He was the Borough commander for the London Borough of Sutton and the deputy Borough commander in Lambeth. A long-standing member of the Met's advanced public order cadre, he covered every conceivable type of event and was the Gold commander for many iconic London events. He was also a hostage and crisis negotiator for 20 years, one of small group of officers who together saved hundreds of lives. Hosted on...2023-01-301h 08Protect and ServeA calling into a very special role and the challenges - Chief Supt Ret’d Karen Daber P1Retired Chief Superintendent Karen Daber spent over 30 years in British policing, leaving Cambridge Constabulary as the head of Crime. prior to taking up her position as the temporary Assistant Chief Constable (ACC) overseeing the implementation of the new National Code of Ethics, as directed by the then Home Secretary, The Honorable Theresa May MP. A code of ethics which would be the platform for senior officers to champion a new era of ethical framework for officers to adhere to when carrying out their duties in the office of Constable Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2023-01-2347 minProtect and ServeThe Great Jade Heist of Cambridge & Leaving a legacy behind - Chief Supt Ret’d Karen Daber P2Retired Chief Superintendent Karen Daber spent over 30 years in British policing, leaving Cambridge Constabulary as the head of Crime. prior to taking up her position as the temporary Assistant Chief Constable (ACC) overseeing the implementation of the new National Code of Ethics, as directed by the then Home Secretary, The Honorable Theresa May MP. A code of ethics which would be the platform for senior officers to champion a new era of ethical framework for officers to adhere to when carrying out their duties in the office of Constable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2023-01-2346 minProtect and ServeEnd of Season One Wrap UpWell thats a wrap on 2022 and Season one of Protect and Serve. In todays special episode we sit down and discuss some of our personal highlights from the year and say a big thank you, to you for listening to the show.We can't wait for more Protect and Serve in 2023.Happy New Year to you all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-3126 minProtect and ServeInvestigating a mum protecting her children - Perry BentonIn this episode of Protect and Serve we sit down with career investigator Perry Benton, a soon to be retired, Chief Inspector of the Metropolitan Police’s Trident task force. Perry has overseen hundreds of investigations into violent crime, and in this episode we explore a few of Perry’s more notable cases and career highs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-191h 17Protect and ServePolicing from the sky - Adrian BleeseAdrian Bleese was born and raised in the northwest of England before joining the Royal Air Force to fly on search-and-rescue and submarine-hunting missions. On leaving the RAF, he was stunned to discover that no one needed any submarines hunted and he was therefore forced to find a real job. Following some time working in advertising, he began working for Suffolk Constabulary and spent twelve years flying on police helicopters, attending almost 3,000 police tasks even though he was neither a policeman nor a pilot. He was one of only a handful of civilian air observers working anywhere in the...2022-12-1255 minProtect and ServeNepal's mega quake - A miracle among the ruble - Durga Kunwar - Part 2Policing across the world provides many challenges, none more so than in Nepal. Home to the famous city of Katmandu and the Mt Everest summit thousands of tourist flock to Nepal each year to experience its stunning scenery and explore its many mountain ranges. In this episode we sit down and speak with former Nepalese police commander Durga Kunwar (retd. DIG). He served in the Armed Police Force, Nepal, for 20 years and experienced more than his fair share of challenges during his career. From policing on the front lines of local terrorism in...2022-12-0553 minProtect and ServePolicing terrorism in Nepal - Durga Kunwar - Part 1Policing across the world provides many challenges, none more so than in Nepal. Home to the famous city of Katmandu and the Mt Everest summit thousands of tourist flock to Nepal each year to experience its stunning scenery and explore its many mountain ranges. In this episode we sit down and speak with former Nepalese police commander Durga Kunwar (retd. DIG). He served in the Armed Police Force, Nepal, for 20 years and experienced more than his fair share of challenges during his career. From policing on the front lines of local terrorism in...2022-12-0536 minProtect and ServeThe murder of a police officer and the fight for justice - John MurrayOn todays episode we speak with Retired police officer John Murray. John, like many, was a normal young man who wanted to join the police to make a difference. Little did he know the course of his life would change forever one day back in 1984.The murder of Yvonne Fletcher, a Police officer and close friend and colleague of John's, occurred on 17 April 1984, when she was fatally wounded by a shot fired from the Libyan embassy on St James's Square, London, by an unknown gunman. John and Yvonne had been deployed to monitor a demonstration against the...2022-11-281h 08Protect and ServeThe Thief Taker - Matt Trott - Part 1This week we sit down with Matt Trott, spending over twenty years working in British policing, Matt worked all over the country in units responsible for the management of human sources and even carrying out covert operations to gather evidence against some of the UK's most dangerous gangs. We discuss Matt's transition from the army to the front lines of policing in the west midlands as an operational police officer and to becoming a detective sergeant. Later we will discuss Matt's work managing human sources and the dangers associated with these high risk environments, as well...2022-11-2144 minProtect and ServeInjury at full time. Policing football fans - Matt Trott - Part 2This week we sit down with Matt Trott, spending over twenty years working in British policing, Matt worked all over the country in units responsible for the management of human sources and even carrying out covert operations to gather evidence against some of the UK's most dangerous gangs. We discuss Matt's transition from the army to the front lines of policing in the west midlands as an operational police officer and to becoming a detective sergeant. Later we will discuss Matt's work managing human sources and the dangers associated with these high risk environments, as well...2022-11-2143 minProtect and ServeShots fired, hostages taken, S.W.A.T en-route - Charles Joh Part 2Welcome back to Protect and Serve. In todays Episode we it down with former LAPD S.W.A.T officer Charles Joh.Charles Joh is a former LAPD SWAT officer who spent his entire career policing the streets of Los Angeles. From being selected to work on specialised robbery and burglary squads, to mounted policing on horseback on Los Angeles famous Rodeo Drive and Hollywood Boulevard, Charles has seen it all. The pinnacle of his career was his twelve years serving on the world renowned LAPD Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) for over 12 years. Charles...2022-11-1457 minProtect and ServeLife in Los Angeles in the L.A.P.D - Charles Joh Part 1Welcome back to Protect and Serve. In todays Episode we it down with former LAPD S.W.A.T officer Charles Joh. Charles Joh is a former LAPD SWAT officer who spent his entire career policing the streets of Los Angeles. From being selected to work on specialised robbery and burglary squads, to mounted policing on horseback on Los Angeles famous Rodeo Drive and Hollywood Boulevard, Charles has seen it all. The pinnacle of his career was his twelve years serving on the world renowned LAPD Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) for over 12 years. Charles...2022-11-1445 minProtect and ServeMurder in the outback, beyond reasonable doubt - Greg LameyIn this episode of Protect and Serve we sit down with former Detective Inspector Greg Lamey of the NSW Police force. Gregory is a former detective inspector in the NSW Police Force. He has worked in both Sydney metropolitan and country/remote areas of NSW. As a senior detective, he was responsible for major criminal and administrative investigations, leadership of many strike forces and the training of investigators. He was also an accredited police negotiator.As a commissioned officer, he had senior management responsibilities including policy development, financial management, audit, professional standards, human...2022-11-0732 minProtect and ServePolicing Western Sydney in the Noughties - Greg LameyIn this episode of Protect and Serve we sit down with former Detective Inspector Greg Lamey of the NSW Police force. Gregory is a former detective inspector in the NSW Police Force. He has worked in both Sydney metropolitan and country/remote areas of NSW. As a senior detective, he was responsible for major criminal and administrative investigations, leadership of many strike forces and the training of investigators. He was also an accredited police negotiator.As a commissioned officer, he had senior management responsibilities including policy development, financial management, audit, professional standards, human...2022-11-0737 minProtect and ServeThe Evolution of Technology & Rules of Engagement - Colonel Len Wassell Part 3Today on Protect and Serve we sit down with Colonel Len Wassell BSc (Hons), MSyI (Ret'd) former Deputy Chief Officer, Royal Military Police.An expert investigator and Senior Leader with experience across investigations, intelligence, insider threat, leadership and management. Len served over 38 years in the Royal Military Police predominately with the Special Investigation Branch. He completed his service as the Deputy Provost Marshal with responsibility for investigation and professional standards. Len has held appointments on UK national policing bodies for homicide and the criminal use of firearms.In this interview we discuss Len's ex...2022-10-3126 minProtect and ServeRepatriation in the theatre of war. Colonel Len Wassell Part 2Today on Protect and Serve we sit down with Colonel Len Wassell BSc (Hons), MSyI (Ret'd) former Deputy Chief Officer, Royal Military Police.An expert investigator and Senior Leader with experience across investigations, intelligence, insider threat, leadership and management. Len served over 38 years in the Royal Military Police predominately with the Special Investigation Branch. He completed his service as the Deputy Provost Marshal with responsibility for investigation and professional standards. Len has held appointments on UK national policing bodies for homicide and the criminal use of firearms.In this interview we discuss Len's ex...2022-10-3135 minProtect and ServeDuty & Responsibility - Colonel Len Wassell Part 1Today on Protect and Serve we sit down with Colonel Len Wassell BSc (Hons), MSyI (Ret'd) former Deputy Chief Officer, Royal Military Police.An expert investigator and Senior Leader with experience across investigations, intelligence, insider threat, leadership and management. Len served over 38 years in the Royal Military Police predominately with the Special Investigation Branch. He completed his service as the Deputy Provost Marshal with responsibility for investigation and professional standards. Len has held appointments on UK national policing bodies for homicide and the criminal use of firearms.In this interview we discuss Len's ex...2022-10-3132 minProtect and ServeThe Valley's Darker Side after nightfall - Roman Quaedvlieg Part 1In todays episode we chat with Roman Quaedvlieg about his remarkable career.A career police officer, Roman served as a sworn member of the Queensland Police for 15 years, where he performed duties in a range of positions investigating and managing serious and organised criminal activity. In 2005, Roman joined the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and assumed the position of Manager Economic Operations, with responsibility for financial and economic investigations including money laundering, large-scale fraud against the Commonwealth, proceeds of crime recovery, identity crime enforcement, and the management of the Oil-for-Food Task Force.2022-10-2436 minProtect and ServeThe Greatest Challenge Yet - Tackling the people smugglers - Roman Quaedvlieg Part 3In todays episode we chat with Roman Quaedvlieg about his remarkable career.A career police officer, Roman served as a sworn member of the Queensland Police for 15 years, where he performed duties in a range of positions investigating and managing serious and organised criminal activity.In 2005, Roman joined the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and assumed the position of Manager Economic Operations, with responsibility for financial and economic investigations including money laundering, large-scale fraud against the Commonwealth, proceeds of crime recovery, identity crime enforcement, and the management of the Oil-for-Food Task Force.2022-10-2447 minProtect and ServeMy life on the line in the outback, tackling organised crime - Roman Quaedvlieg Part 2In todays episode we chat with Roman Quaedvlieg about his remarkable career.A career police officer, Roman served as a sworn member of the Queensland Police for 15 years, where he performed duties in a range of positions investigating and managing serious and organised criminal activity. In 2005, Roman joined the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and assumed the position of Manager Economic Operations, with responsibility for financial and economic investigations including money laundering, large-scale fraud against the Commonwealth, proceeds of crime recovery, identity crime enforcement, and the management of the Oil-for-Food Task Force.2022-10-2436 minProtect and ServeFrom jubilation to devastation on the streets of London - Eric Stuart QPM Part 2In todays episode we're joined by Eric Stuart QPM - After a 33 year police career with firearms, helicopter and covert deployments, Eric retired in 2012 after delivering the largest national event in the history of policing, the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay over 70 days and 8,000 miles.He holds FdA and BA hons in Crowd Safety Management and now delivers training in crowd and events safety in the UK, US and Canada. He also plans and delivers crowd and event safety plans, working in these roles throughout the year. He is preparing for his third major presentation at the...2022-10-1745 minProtect and ServeRioting at the Broadwater Farm and the ultimate sacrifice - Eric Stuart QPMIn todays episode we're joined by Eric Stuart QPM - After a 33 year police career with firearms, helicopter and covert deployments, Eric retired in 2012 after delivering the largest national event in the history of policing, the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay over 70 days and 8,000 miles.He holds FdA and BA hons in Crowd Safety Management and now delivers training in crowd and events safety in the UK, US and Canada. He also plans and delivers crowd and event safety plans, working in these roles throughout the year. He is preparing for his third major presentation at the...2022-10-1732 minProtect and ServeThe challenges & emotions of complex investigations 'shaking baby syndrome' Russell is a very experienced, now retired senior homicide detective. He worked as the senior investigating officer in over 100 major crime enquiries; not only homicides but also International kidnapping cases and large-scale paedophile enquiries. He has received fourteen commendations from judges and Chief Officers for some of these cases.His work now almost entirely consists of safeguarding advice, scrutiny and reviews which are either CSPRs (recently part of the National Panel's review team for Arthur and Star's cases) or DHRs.He is best known both nationally and Internationally for his work in relation...2022-10-1025 minProtect and ServeThe most complex crime scene in British history - Detective C/Supt Russell Wate QPMThe most complex crime scene in British history - Detective C/Supt Russell Wate QPMRussell is a very experienced, now retired senior homicide detective. He worked as the senior investigating officer in over 100 major crime enquiries; not only homicides but also International kidnapping cases and large-scale paedophile enquiries. He has received fourteen commendations from judges and Chief Officers for some of these cases. His work now almost entirely consists of safeguarding advice, scrutiny and reviews which are either CSPRs (recently part of the National Panel's review team for Arthur and Star's cases...2022-10-1038 minProtect and ServeAssistant Commissioner Neil Basu QPM - Part 2Our next guest on Protect and Serve is Assistant Commissioner Neil Basu QPM, the highest ranking ethnic minority police office in the United Kingdom and the metropolitan police service. In 2016 he was awarded the Queens police medal for distinguished service. Assistant Commissioner Neil Basu, has been a prominent figure on British television over many years as he has lead the countries counter terrorism response as the senior national coordinator. Later being promoted to assistant commission, specialist operations. In the six years that he was in his post he, his collogues and other important government agencies disrupted 29...2022-10-0340 minProtect and ServeAssistant Commissioner Neil Basu QPM - Part 1Our next guest on Protect and Serve is Assistant Commissioner Neil Basu QPM, the highest ranking ethnic minority police office in the United Kingdom and the metropolitan police service. In 2016 he was awarded the Queens police medal for distinguished service. Assistant Commissioner Neil Basu, has been a prominent figure on British television over many years as he has lead the countries counter terrorism response as the senior national coordinator. Later being promoted to assistant commission, specialist operations. In the six years that he was in his post he, his collogues and other important government agencies disrupted 29...2022-10-0343 minProtect and ServeInvestigating Medical Serial killers - Bruce Sackman Part 1This week we chat with former veteran affairs special agent Bruce Sackman. When veterans hospital patients on the road to recover start dying unexpectedly in increasing numbers its up to Bruce to find out why. His shocking discovery tears open the terrifying world of what goes on behind the bedside curtain when a killer medical practitioner like Harold Shipman in the uk or Dr Michael Swango in the us decides a patient must die. In this episode we talk with Bruce about the dark and sinister world of medical serial killers, Dr's and nurses who murder...2022-09-2642 minProtect and ServeInvestigating Medical Serial killers - Bruce Sackman Part 2This week we chat with former veteran affairs special agent Bruce Sackman. When veterans hospital patients on the road to recover start dying unexpectedly in increasing numbers its up to Bruce to find out why. His shocking discovery tears open the terrifying world of what goes on behind the bedside curtain when a killer medical practitioner like Harold Shipman in the uk or Dr Michael Swango in the us decides a patient must die. In this episode we talk with Bruce about the dark and sinister world of medical serial killers, Dr's and nurses who murder...2022-09-2642 minProtect and ServeCash in transit armed robberies - Tony Long Part 2Police services around the world arm their police, some to every day officers, others to specialist units, like that of the Metropolitan Police's SO19 firearms unit. We ask these brave men and women to run at the most confronting, dangerous and terrifying threats to keep us safe. In doing so, these highly trained men and women make split second decisions to stop these threats, to prevent loss of life and serious injury.In today's episode we speak with retired S019 officer and author of 'lethal force' Tony Long. In his career Tony fatally shot four people, a...2022-09-2046 minProtect and ServeThe final - attack, attack, attack... Tony Long - Part 3Police services around the world arm their police, some to every day officers, others to specialist units, like that of the Metropolitan Police's SO19 firearms unit. We ask these brave men and women to run at the most confronting, dangerous and terrifying threats to keep us safe. In doing so, these highly trained men and women make split second decisions to stop these threats, to prevent loss of life and serious injury.In today's episode we speak with retired S019 officer and author of 'lethal force' Tony Long. In his career Tony fatally shot four people, a...2022-09-2044 minProtect and ServeThe Northholt Siege. Tony Long Part 1Police services around the world arm their police, some to every day officers, others to specialist units, like that of the Metropolitan Police's SO19 firearms unit. We ask these brave men and women to run at the most confronting, dangerous and terrifying threats to keep us safe. In doing so, these highly trained men and women make split second decisions to stop these threats, to prevent loss of life and serious injury.In today's episode we speak with retired S019 officer and author of 'lethal force' Tony Long. In his career Tony fatally shot three people, a...2022-09-2044 minProtect and ServeInvestigating the 7/7 London Bombings - Steven Keogh P1In today's episode we speak with former detective inspector, Steven Keogh joined London's Metropolitan Police in 1991. He spent the majority of his 30 year career as a detective, investigating serious crimes.He joined Scotland Yard's elite Anti-Terrorist Branch in 2002, where he spent three years investigating terrorism. In 2005 he received a commendation from the then Commissioner, Sir Ian Blair for the work he carried out on the London 7/7 Bombings. In 2009 he joined Scotland Yard's Murder Investigation Teams where he remained for 12 years, building up a vast knowledge of what it takes to catch killers and...2022-09-1237 minProtect and ServeA very high profile murder - Steven Keogh P2In today's episode we speak with former detective inspector, Steven Keogh joined London's Metropolitan Police in 1991. He spent the majority of his 30 year career as a detective, investigating serious crimes.He joined Scotland Yard's elite Anti-Terrorist Branch in 2002, where he spent three years investigating terrorism. In 2005 he received a commendation from the then Commissioner, Sir Ian Blair for the work he carried out on the London 7/7 Bombings.In 2009 he joined Scotland Yard's Murder Investigation Teams where he remained for 12 years, building up a vast knowledge of what it takes to catch killers and...2022-09-1222 minProtect and ServeProof of life, the challenges of hostage negotiation. P1 - Peter SpindlerOur next guest on Protect and Serve led the metropolitan police's investigations team that gave a voice to victims, victims who suffered immeasurable pain at the hands of Jimmy Saville, Rolph Harris, Gary Glitter and Max Clifford. Men in positions of power and influence, men who deceived and groomed a generation, so as to avoid detection of their offending. Former Commander Peter Spindler's career has been dedicated to investigating some of the most abhorrent and predatory offenders in our society. From his negotiation skills, which aided in the safe release of an eleven year old child...2022-09-0532 minProtect and ServeUncovering the evil of Jimmy Saville - P2 Peter SpindlerOur next guest on Protect and Serve led the metropolitan police's investigations team that gave a voice to victims, victims who suffered immeasurable pain at the hands of Jimmy Saville, Rolph Harris, Gary Glitter and Max Clifford. Men in positions of power and influence, men who deceived and groomed a generation, so as to avoid detection of their offending. Former Commander Peter Spindler's career has been dedicated to investigating some of the most abhorrent and predatory offenders in our society. From his negotiation skills, which aided in the safe release of an eleven year old child...2022-09-0528 minProtect and Serve"All of a sudden his arm was outstretched and I heard a bang" - Helen Barnett P2Helen Barnett spent twelve years as a police office in the metropolitan police. She had what can only be described as an incredible career, one filled with immense challenges. Helen was the first mother to serve in the SO19 Armed Response Unit of the Metropolitan Police. During the course of her career, she was stabbed, caught up in not one but two IRA explosions and was also shot. She was awarded The Queens Commendation for Brave Conduct. As a result of these incidents, she was medically discharged with PTSD. Since leaving the Police...2022-08-2935 minProtect and Serve"I looked down and my white shirt had turned red with blood" - Helen Barnett P1Helen Barnett spent twelve years as a police office in the metropolitan police. She had what can only be described as an incredible career, one filled with immense challenges. Helen was the first mother to serve in the SO19 Armed Response Unit of the Metropolitan Police. During the course of her career, she was stabbed, caught up in not one but two IRA explosions and was also shot. She was awarded The Queens Commendation for Brave Conduct. As a result of these incidents, she was medically discharged with PTSD. Since leaving the Police...2022-08-2931 minProtect and ServePolicing the police - The pressure of tackling corruption - Roy McComb P2Roy McComb is a former senior detective with the Police Service of Northern Ireland (the Royal Ulster Constabulary), who subsequently became Deputy Director for the National Crime Agency. In 2015 he was appointed to lead the investigation into long-standing allegations of police corruption in relation to the original Stephen Lawrence murder inquiry.Roy started his career in policing in Northern Ireland during 'the troubles'. A highly volatile time when police not only had to deal with the everyday duties of normal policing but also faced the daily threat of terror attacks. Roy and his colleagues spent their d...2022-08-2230 minProtect and ServePolicing the bombs and bullets of the IRA from the 'Rocket Truck' - Roy McComb P1Roy McComb is a former senior detective with the Police Service of Northern Ireland (the Royal Ulster Constabulary), who subsequently became Deputy Director for the National Crime Agency. In 2015 he was appointed to lead the investigation into long-standing allegations of police corruption in relation to the original Stephen Lawrence murder inquiry. Roy started his career in policing in Northern Ireland during 'the troubles'. A highly volatile time when police not only had to deal with the everyday duties of normal policing but also faced the daily threat of terror attacks. Roy and his colleagues spent their d...2022-08-2231 minProtect and Serve "I emptied the wallet and recoiled in horror" - Matt Calveley P2Today's episode of Protect and Serve is Part two of our chat with former Metropolitan Police Sergeant Matt Calveley.In Matt's over thirty-year career he found himself and the forefront of some truly horrific crime scenes. Matt was a police officer that would never shy away from the more challenging situations.After the tragic events of the 7/7 terror attacks in London, Matt was one of the first to put his hand up to specialise in 'Disaster victim identification office' skills he would sadly put into action after the 2015 Tunisian terror attack. Matt is a...2022-08-1531 minProtect and Serve"I thought he was dead and then he lifted his head" - Matt Calveley P1In today's episode of Protect and Serve we chat with former Metropolitan Police Sergeant Matt Calveley.In Matt's over thirty-year career he found himself and the forefront of some truly horrific crime scenes. Matt was a police officer that would never shy away from the more challenging situations.After the tragic events of the 7/7 terror attacks in London, Matt was one of the first to put his hand up to specialise in 'Disaster victim identification office' skills he would sadly put into action after the 2015 Tunisian terror attack. Matt is a true representation o...2022-08-1524 minProtect and Serve"I walk in and see a guy asleep with an AK47 next to him" - Wes Wong P1Welcome to episode one of Protect and Serve where we sit down with retired FBI agent Wesley Wong. Wesley's had what can only be described as an incredible career in law enforcement. As someone who never saw themselves working in this field, Wes found himself fresh out of FBI training and straight into the world of the Mafia. Working undercover with the same team as Joe Pistone AKA 'Donnie Brasco', Wes would be instrumental in helping the FBI lock up some of America's most feared leaders, from one of the world's most secretive criminal organisations....2022-08-1538 minProtect and Serve"This is not how I thought my life would end" Welcome to part two of our chat with Retired FBI agent Wesley Wong.September 11 2001, was like any other day for Wes, in fact as he puts it, It was an incredibly beautiful, sunny day in New York City. He was getting ready to start his workday as normal, little did he know this day would be anything but. In a few hour's time, he would be fighting to not only save hundreds of fellow New Yorkers from the biggest terror attack on US soil but also fighting to save his own life, as he found himself tra...2022-08-1549 min
Protect and ServeProtect and ServeMy name is Oliver Laurence, I spent over twelve years as a police officer, serving in some of the harshest environments Australia has to offer. Now working as a Senior Investigator - Security, Intelligence and Crisis Management expert in London, I’ve had the chance to meet and speak with some of the men and women of law enforcement who've found themselves at the frontline of the world’s most infamous investigations.From the underworld of bikie gangs and the mafia to terrorist attacks of unthinkable magnitude, In this series, I’ll sit down with these brave m...2022-07-0202 min
OTwithOliverLaurence Bowers- MU BBALL Tiger GreatLaurence: What did we learn: Grew up in Memphis, Memphis surprisingly to MU. Kansas victories, Braggin' Rights, Elite Eight, friendships, championships, Big 12-SEC, Norfolk State. The NIL role he now plays in Columbia.... good guy, good talk.2022-03-3156 min