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New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast

John D. Macari Jr. & Eric S. Dym, Bleav
NYPD
New York City
Eric Adams
Zohran Mamdani
Public Safety
Mental Health
Crime Rates
Andrew Cuomo
Curtis Sliwa
ICE
Law Enforcement
Civilian Complaint Review Board
Jessica Tisch
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Community Policing
Corruption
New York City Police Department
George Floyd
Donald Trump
Charlie Kirk

A podcast that explores the “Greatest Show on Earth” everyday life & politics of NYC and the NYPD. Explore the life & careers of our guests. Hear real unfiltered views & opinions from those who at one time policed the streets of NYC. Hear True Crime Stories like you never heard them before! THE FINEST UNFILTERED PODCAST

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On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, John Macari, Eric Dym, and Marlon Bethel break down the shocking violence that overshadowed the Bronx Dominican Day Parade, where the NYPD recovered 16 illegal firearms and made multiple gun-related arrests—i... more

On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, John Macari and Eric Dym break down the viral video showing two NYPD officers being relentlessly harassed by a social media influencer. Where is the line between protected speech, public accountability, and d... more

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On this episode of The Finest Unfiltered, John Macari, Marlon Bethel, and Eric Dym examine the brutal gang assault on an elderly man in Times Square, an attack captured on video that is renewing concerns over crime in one of the world's busiest touri... more

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Illegal Vendors, Stolen Medicine, Prostitution Markets & the Attack on 26 Federal Plaza

New York City's sidewalks are changing—and not for the better. On this episode of New York's Finest: Retired & Unfiltered, we examine the growing presence of ill... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Monroe
Detectives Endowment Association president, coalition organizer mentioned
NYPD Detectives Endowment Association
Episode: NYPD Cops Are Being Targeted for Clicks
Pat Donahue
Super chat supporter raising questions about air quality and unions
Listener/Supporter
Episode: NYPD Cops Are Being Targeted for Clicks
Zohran Mondani
City official linked to the City of Yes initiative
City of Yes / New York City government
Episode: What Caused NYC's High-Rise Structural Failure? Questions City Hall Must Answer
Lou Savillo
President of the Suffolk County Police Benevolent Association
Suffolk County PBA
Episode: Major First Amendment Ruling: Courts Rule NYPD Can Ban Cameras Inside Precinct Lobbies
Sean Reyes
YouTuber known as Long Island Audit
Long Island Audit
Episode: Major First Amendment Ruling: Courts Rule NYPD Can Ban Cameras Inside Precinct Lobbies
Stephanie Liggio
Author of a book on running for office, former New York Assembly candidate
Independent
Episode: Viral NYPD Confrontation Sparks First Amendment Debate: Sergeant Versus Activist
Tiffany Caban
City Council member known for confrontational questioning during hearings
New York City Council
Episode: Do NYPD City Council Hearings Actually Accomplish Anything?
Saritha Komatireddy
Candidate for New York State Attorney General; former federal prosecutor
Campaign for NYS Attorney General
Episode: New York State Attorney General Candidate Saritha Komatireddy Joins The Finest Unfiltered
Edwin Raymond
Former NYPD lieutenant, sheriff candidate, public safety figure
NYPD/Public Safety Sector
Episode: Mamdani Wants To Raid NYC Pension Funds

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 198 ratings
  • Still uploading

    I haven’t seen a new pod cast in a week?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    honkey Lippppps
    United States4 months ago
  • Great to see Eric on YouTube today.

    As the weight of the world is being balanced on Eric’s shoulders, I’m thinking of sweet young Derek and the family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolo13419
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thinking of Derek

    There are just no words to express the heartache felt for your family and your beautiful son Derek.

    Please know you will be thought about every single day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolo13419
    United Statesa year ago
  • Retired NYPD Deputy Chief Robert Lukach

    This was another terrific show! Chief Lukach was so genuine, dedicated, no nonsense and also good natured! He clearly loved his time in the department. He was so honest with his answers and was very forthcoming with his experiences.

    The three of you made for such an interesting show with years and years of experience and stories between you.

    The crazy part was him saying he’d applied for different jobs after he retired and never heard BACK about any of the jobs? I mean what part of his profe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lolo13419
    United States2 years ago
  • It’s what we went through.

    Great stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ed brit
    United States2 years ago

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Episodes often resonate with former and current law enforcement professionals and security-minded audiences who value candid discourse about leadership and accountability.
Listeners appreciate the unfiltered, no-nonsense breakdown of policing and policy topics.
The host duo's insider perspectives are repeatedly praised for providing practical context not found in mainstream coverage.

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#97
New Zealand/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#241
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New York State Attorney General Candidate Saritha Komatireddy Joins The Finest Unfiltered
Q: How would you address bail reform and its impact on public safety?
Give judges discretion in non-dangerous cases, allow consideration of dangerousness, and implement targeted reforms that protect the public while avoiding overcorrection that harms the vulnerable, thereby improving safety without undermining justice.
New York State Attorney General Candidate Saritha Komatireddy Joins The Finest Unfiltered
Q: What is the core role of the Attorney General in New York from your perspective?
The AG should be the Chief Law Enforcement Officer, ensuring safety and accountability, while balancing civil liberties and public rights, and using the office to support law enforcement and proper oversight of charities and programs funded by taxpayer dollars.
NYPD Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing Time and Keeps Rank
Q: Should a UMLS be put on force monitoring for excessive CCRBs even if dispositions are unfounded?
The hosts explain that force-monitoring decisions can be made based on CCRB history and related performance metrics, with COs having some discretion to influence monitoring when appropriate.
NYPD Chief Pleads Guilty to Stealing Time and Keeps Rank
Q: Does the NYPD pay double time for MOS for anything?
No, the panel confirms that there is no double-time pay for most MOS; some overtime rules apply, but not a blanket double-time policy.
Larry Sharpe for NY Governor | Libertarian Candidate Breaks Down His Plan for New York
Q: What is your stance on marijuana policy and how should it be regulated in New York?
New York will likely legalize marijuana, but the focus should be on hemp and other cannabis-derived products. We should regulate hemp, promote hemp-based products, and avoid heavy licensing that stifles farmers, while ensuring safety and proper regulation through FDA oversight where appropriate.

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The show consistently centers on policing, public safety, and New York City governance, featuring candid discussions with retired and active-duty law enforcement leaders, security professionals, and policymakers. Episodes often explore leadership, accountability, pension issues, and the politics surrounding policing, with sharp takes on reforms, union influence, and high-profile incidents. A notable strength is the unfiltered, first-person perspective from guests who lived or shaped NYC policing, which yields practical lessons, behind-the-scenes context, and provocative commentary that appeals to listeners interested in crime, public policy, and urban governance.

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1. Scott Monroe
2. Pat Donahue
3. Zohran Mondani
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5. Sean Reyes
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