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The Gray Line, The Story Behind The Blue Line Podcast

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Law Enforcement
California
San Diego Police Department
Kirk Johnson
Norco Bank Robbery
Ms-13
Los Mexicles
Murders Of Police Officers
Gun Policy
Charles Teyberg
Marion Bear Park
Homicide Investigation
PTSD
Riverside Sheriff's Department
Mexican Mafia
Los Angeles
Gang Violence
Drug Trafficking
Ernesto Alfredo Pinon De La Cruz
Law Enforcement Training

The Hosts of the Podcast are retired San Diego Police Detective Sergeant David Contreras, Retired San Diego Police Lieutenant Sean Murphy, Retired San Diego Sheriff's Detective Benny Cruz, and Retired Chief of Police for Calexico Police Gerardo "Chalo" Gonzalo. The hosts have over 150 years of experience in numerous topics. If you are a retired cop, former law enforcement, or like to hear real cop... more

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f you love God, Family, Country, Cigars, and Whiskey, “The Gray Line, the story behind The Blue Line” Podcast is definitely for you! Hear true legendary stories told by legendary gunslingers and legends! We are honored to welcome former DEA Agent and... more

In this episode, hosts David Contreras, Gonzalo "Chalo" Gerardo, and Benny Cruz sit down with Ramon Mundo Mendoza, a former Mexican Mafia (EME) member, who will provide insight into Las Reglas, the foundational internal rules of the Mexican Mafia pri... more

San Diego Police Detective Carlos Chacon passed on November 12th at 1 pm PST. Tonight's episode of our podcast will be dedicated to him and his family, serving as a tribute to his life. We will share his legendary stories and discuss the major cases ... more

We want to remind you that all our episodes are available on our YouTube Channel, The Gray Line: The Story Behind The Blue Line.

In this episode, titled Ash Wednesday, our hosts David Contreras, Sean Murphy, Bobby Arce, and Doug Collier sit down wi... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Feistle
Former DEA agent and author
Author of 'After Escobar'
Episode: Former DEA Special Agent & Author Chris Feistle shares his new book "After Escobar"
Ramon "Mundo" Mendoza
Former high-ranking Mexican Mafia hitman and defector, now a federal witness and author
Author of multiple books including 'The Mexican Mafia from Ultra Boy to Hitman'
Episode: Former Mexican Mafia (EME) Hitman Ramon "Mundo" Mendoza discusses the EME Rules also known as "Las Reglas."
Grant Gruber
Writer and reporter specializing in criminal justice topics and prison gang culture.
Episode: Inside the Aryan Brotherhood Prison Gang with Grant Gruber
Juan Cephas
Former San Diego Police officer and decorated army flight combat medic
San Diego Police Department
Episode: PHITPD Podcast Host former San Diego Police Detective Sergeant Juan Cephas joins us to discuss "How to Train to Survive on the Streets: Life on the Beat in San Diego."
Dan Jaramillo
Retired Phoenix Police Department Detective Sergeant
Phoenix Police Department
Episode: Retired Phoenix PD Detective Sergeant Dan Jaramillo shares the arrest of Sammy The Bull Gravano
Carlos Chacon
Retired San Diego Police Detective Sergeant and expert on the Mexican Mafia
Episode: Retired San Diego Police Detective Sergeant Carlos Chacon - One of the Last of the Gunslingers shares his stories of life on the streets
Johnny Vasquez
Retired Phoenix police detective with 31 years on the force.
Phoenix Police Department
Episode: Retired Phoenix Police Detective Johnny Vasquez shares some of his undercover operations and the dangers of working undercover.
Bob Lopez
Retired San Diego Police Officer, creator of the Alcohol Substance Abuse Program
San Diego Police Department
Episode: Retired San Diego Police Officer Bob Lopez shares how it was working in the 70s, 80s, and 90s in San Diego. Shares his battles with alcoholism and beating it.
Jim Dagenais
Retired correctional officer from Pelican Bay, experienced in training Afghan police
Former Pelican Bay Prison Guard
Episode: Pelican Bay Prison Guard Jim Dagenais, AKA Batman, shares his life living in a war zone, after the California Department of Corrections - Training Afghan soldiers and police overseas.

Hosts

David Contreras
Co-host and Retired San Diego Police Detective Sergeant with extensive law enforcement experience, sharing stories and insights from his career.
Sean Murphy
Co-host and Retired San Diego Police Lieutenant, discussing various police-related topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Don't put 3 min of music to start the show

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Lonesome God Outdoors
    a month ago
  • Outstanding podcast! Real gunslingers

    Full disclosure, I have been a guest on this podcast. But I never miss it if I can help it. You’re not gonna find a better podcast with real crime stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Smith from Hell
    United States7 months ago
  • Great pod, but monitor audio levels.

    Great podcast but tell the homie to monitor his audio levels, shouting into the mic constantly. Or just wa wa wa into the mics…when the level is red you need to adjust the pot or back off the mic.Chill boomer.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jhoman481
    United States7 months ago

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There are concerns regarding audio quality, with some feedback indicating the need for better audio management during recordings.
Listeners appreciate the authentic and engaging stories shared by retired law enforcement, making it a top choice for those interested in true crime.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Former DEA Special Agent & Author Chris Feistle shares his new book "After Escobar"
Q: What did the series get right?
The series accurately depicted the corruption faced by law enforcement in Colombia and some key operational events, but misrepresented timelines and certain character involvements.
Former Mexican Mafia (EME) Hitman Ramon "Mundo" Mendoza discusses the EME Rules also known as "Las Reglas."
Q: Do you think the respect that they had back in the 70s and 80s is different from the respect they have with each other now?
Mundo believes respect amongst gang members today is different, with younger members often showing less respect for authority compared to past generations.
Former Mexican Mafia (EME) Hitman Ramon "Mundo" Mendoza discusses the EME Rules also known as "Las Reglas."
Q: Can you explain why guys like Robot followed the line of the youngsters that came from YTS?
Mundo explains that greed influenced the reliance on younger members, as they started performing tasks that the older gang members could no longer handle.
PHITPD Podcast Host former San Diego Police Detective Sergeant Juan Cephas joins us to discuss "How to Train to Survive on the Streets: Life on the Beat in San Diego."
Q: What inspired you to start your podcast and what topics do you cover?
Juan aims to humanize police officers and raise training standards, sharing stories and insights from law enforcement to prevent future issues among officers.
PHITPD Podcast Host former San Diego Police Detective Sergeant Juan Cephas joins us to discuss "How to Train to Survive on the Streets: Life on the Beat in San Diego."
Q: Can you share your experiences with the hiring process and your time at the Academy?
Juan applied to the San Diego PD unexpectedly while assisting a friend, eventually becoming a cop after facing a unique, candid interview question regarding his partner's sexuality.

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1. Chris Feistle
2. Ramon "Mundo" Mendoza
3. Grant Gruber
4. Juan Cephas
5. Dan Jaramillo
6. Carlos Chacon
7. Johnny Vasquez
8. Bob Lopez

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