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A Tradition of Violence

A Tradition of Violence
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Deputy Gangs / Tattoos
Immigration Enforcement
Deputy Gangs

A Tradition of Violence is a podcast about deputy gangs that operate within the LA County Sheriff’s Department. Host Cerise Castle wrote the history of deputy gangs in LA for Knock LA, exposing their 50-year reign of terror and murder.

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Latest Episodes

Retired Captain Mike Bornman served 36 years on the LA County Sheriff's Department. Mike worked a number of assignments ranging from the Firestone station to internal affairs, where he investigated misconduct claims that led to dozens of convictions.... more

Cerise Castle speaks checks in with Sheriff Robert Luna in the midst of his re-election campaign. Luna discusses the department's current stance on deputy gangs, and why he believes a nuanced approach towards department members with affiliated tattoo... more

Andre White is the youngest candidate in the race for LA County Sheriff. In this interview, he recounts retaliation he faced after reporting a supervisor. He says that current leadership is out of touch, and it is time for the department's younger ge... more

Host Cerise Castle sits down with Palmdale Lt. Oscar Martinez, candidate for Sheriff of Los Angeles County. Oscar supports the constitutional sheriffs movement and believes there needs to be AI implemented throughout the department. He doesn't believ... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Bornman
Candidate for Sheriff of Los Angeles County, retired captain
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (former)
Episode: Meet the Candidate: Mike Bornman
Andre White
Detective for Operation Safe Streets, candidate for LA County Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department - Operation Safe Streets
Episode: Meet the Candidate: Andre White
Oscar Martinez
Lieutenant at Palmdale Station running for sheriff
Palmdale Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Episode: Meet the Candidate: Oscar Martinez
Eric Strong
Candidate for LA County Sheriff running on a progressive platform
Sherriff candidate, Civil rights advocate
Episode: Meet the Candidate: Eric Strong
Karla Carranza
Sergeant at the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and candidate for sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Episode: Election Special 2026: Meet the Candidates
Sonia Montejano
Former department member and candidate for sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Episode: Election Special 2026: Meet the Candidates

Host

Cerise Castle
Host of the show, interviewer

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 861 ratings
  • Knowledge is Power

    Fantastic deep dive. Great investigative work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kozmo 702
    United Statesa year ago
  • 8 episodes in…

    and I’m still waiting for an explanation on why nearly every example case was settled. I’d like to hear the details of a case that brings actual evidence to trial and guilt is proven in court. The series has ended by now, but I agree with some of the less-positive reviewers that this is a biased podcast. And I can’t help but wonder if the lawyers are recommending settling their cases out of greed or exasperation. It’s a shame because these tales are truly horrific and I feel terrible for the vic... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ghukker
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this show

    Love the show. Very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shane9972
    United States2 years ago
  • Vindication

    This podcast series feels like vindication of the public that have been complaining about police for decades.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Venely
    United States2 years ago
  • Cowards

    Love this podcast. These “men” and “officers” are nothing more than COWARDS. Hopefully everyone of them involved, suffer in the worst ways and get what they deserve.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bevo227
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Feedback highlights the importance of accountability and transparency in law enforcement.
Listeners praise the rigorous investigative approach and willingness to tackle tough topics.
Critics worry about sensationalism or focus on sensational cases over broader systemic analysis.
New listeners often cite the clarity of discussion on deputy gangs and reform priorities as a reason to subscribe.
Some listeners feel coverage is biased or one-sided, calling for more balance or alternative perspectives.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Election Special 2026: Meet the Candidates
Q: How would you eradicate deputy gangs and handle leadership tattoos that signal past affiliations?
Carranza advocates zero tolerance, external/internal investigations, reassignment or removal of problematic personnel, and not promoting based on appearance alone but on demonstrated conduct and integrity.
Election Special 2026: Meet the Candidates
Q: What are the things that you would address immediately should you be elected?
Karla Carranza emphasizes leadership change, budget transparency and audits, cracking down on deputy gangs, independent investigations, and ensuring promotions are merit-based.
A Word from the Incumbent
Q: I would love for you to speak to what you see the Sheriff's Department role is in immigration enforcement and collaboration with federal agencies.
Luna emphasizes balance with federal partners, notes his personal family immigration history, and describes ongoing efforts to document and communicate with the community and immigration advocates to avoid harming public safety.
Meet the Candidate: Eric Strong
Q: Should you be elected sheriff, what would you do to curb shootings of people in those situations?
Strong emphasizes training, accountability, de-escalation, and non-escalation, plus revising how officers are evaluated and disciplined for use-of-force, aiming to reduce unarmed or questionable shootings.

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A hard-hitting investigative series focused on deputy gangs within a major urban sheriff's department, examining culture, accountability, and reform through long-form interviews with sheriff candidates and law enforcement insiders. Episodes explore topics like budget transparency, jail reform, use-of-force policies, mental health and wellness, internal investigations, and community trust, often highlighting systemic issues, whistleblowing, and calls for independent oversight. Noteworthy traits include sustained, policy-driven conversations paired with personal anecdotes, a willingness to challenge uniformed leadership, and a clear emphasis on transparency and reform within a historically insular institution.

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1. Mike Bornman
2. Andre White
3. Oscar Martinez
4. Eric Strong
5. Karla Carranza
6. Sonia Montejano

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