It’s our 2-year anniversary at Colombo’s Café in Dogtown, and we’re celebrating with a heavy hitter. After some bar-banter and dispatch center stories, we sit down with veteran homicide
From the basement studio at Colombo’s Café & Tavern in Dogtown, we kick off with a powerful true story from JJ—about spotting a familiar face from his childhood, Tim Osborne, living under a
They worked the streets. They built the cases. In this episode of The Brighter Side of Blue, retired narcotics legends Tommy Murphy and Det. Leo Rice join the crew to reveal their picks for the top
The Brighter Side of Blue crew—Danny, Tommy, JJ, and Producer John—teed up a phenomenal sit-down with retired STL legends Tom Carroll and Jeff Stone. Partners for ~18 years (with at least 16 in
Retired SLMPD Sgt. Tom Lake and Detective Jeff Stege walk us through the chaotic 24 hours that began with a South City carjacking, a murdered locksmith, and a suspect named George Bush—and ended
An interview with Tammy Sorocko-Benjamin, who at age 14, was the youngest victim of the southside rapist and FOUGHT HIM OFF. Hear her incredible story of courage and determination
The capture of Dennis Rabbitt, the notorious serial rapist that terrorized south St. Louis. From the view of Detective Randy Sassenger who was responsible for the identification of Rabbitt as the
Clips from upcoming from guests of upcoming shows. Brentwood Chief of Police Joe Spiess, Former DEA Deputy Administrator Jack Riley. Former Major Harry Hegger, and more. Hear from the youngest
33 year veteran and recently retired Sergeant of St. Louis County PD Jen Williams details her experience going undercover to catch a rapist. To watch this episode on video:
Harry shares stories about many of his investigations including legendary gangsters Sam Petty, Lorenzo Petty, Jerry Lewis-Bey. The arrests of of "dirty" cops and much more. Producer John's "I
Joe talks about the National Food Store murders, the deadliest mass shooting in St. Louis history. Also talks about an unsolved murder in South St. Louis and more
Legendary cops vs legendary mobsters. Joe Spiess Sr., the last living member of the legendary Hoodlum Squad, shares his stories of investigating some of St. Louis' notorious mobsters. Stories
Happy New Year to all. Our new weekly feature of "I thought it was a good idea..." An entertaining story about a train crossing gone wrong. Thanks to all our listeners and what's coming up in
The movie "The Negotiator" was derived from the facts surrounding this case. We hear from Producer John, his brother Joe Frank, and HRT (Hostage Response Team) member retired Sgt. Tony Lachenicht
We visit with retired Lt. Col. Jerry Leyshock and talk about his work with St. Louis Cardinals. Jerry also talks about his involvement in the annual Guns n Hoses event, as well as other St. Louis
Great police investigation by the Sunset Hills and Crestwood PDs, with the assistance of the US Marshals. Positive results since Gabe Gore's tenure as the Circuit Atty of the City of St. Louis.
We visit with retired SLMPD Major Harry Hegger tells the story of the arrest of serial killer Maury Travis. Major Hegger also recalls the a case where parents with terrorism ties kill their own
Also a quick visit with Tammy Sorocko-Benjamin. The story of the deadly plane crash of Governor Mel Carnahan. A story of great police work done recently by SLMPD Mobile Reserve Unit. JJ quits
The movie "The Negotiator" was derived from the facts surrounding this case. We hear from Producer John, his brother Joe Frank, and HRT (Hostage Response Team) member retired Sgt. Tony Lachenicht
We speak with Melissa Daus, the niece of Nancy Brannon. Melissa tells the story of her Aunt Nancy who went missing November 25, 1986. Melissa and her family want to bring closure to the case,