Episode 159: From Patrol to the Ceremonial Unit, NYPD History, and Honoring Police Families with Tony Giorgio

Episode 159: From Patrol to the Ceremonial Unit, NYPD History, and Honoring Police Families with Tony Giorgio

On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-hosts Rory Capra and David Giordano for a conversation with retired NYPD Lieutenant Tony Giorgio, former commanding officer of the NYPD Ceremonial Unit. Tony reflects on his 36-year career, from patrol assignments in NSU-18, the 69 Precinct, the 20 Precinct, and the 19 Precinct to leading the unit responsible for promotions, Medal Day, family events, line-of-duty funerals, honor guards, press conferences, music programs, papal visits, ticker-tape parades, and major city ceremonies. He also shares powerful memories from 9/11, the creation of funeral protocols after the attacks, Superstorm Sandy relief efforts for NYPD families, working under multiple mayors and police commissioners, and the importance of honoring fallen officers and supporting their families with dignity and respect. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 158: Inside Child Abuse Cases, Medical Evidence, Timelines, and Prosecution, with Leigh Bishop

Kevin Schroeder is joined by guest co-hosts Rory Capra and David Giordano for a powerful conversation with Leigh Bishop , former Queens Assistant District Attorney, former director of the Babies and Toddlers Task Force with the New York City Medical Examiner’s Office, and current clinical instructor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Leigh discusses her path from Alabama to the Queens DA’s Office, working under Judge Richard Brown, homicide investigations, child fatality cases, abusive head trauma, shaken baby syndrome, medical evidence, autopsies, timelines, and the challenges of prosecuting cases involving infants and toddlers who cannot speak for themselves. The conversation also covers the importance of teamwork between prosecutors, NYPD detectives, doctors, medical examiners, ACS, and child protection professionals when investigating some of the most difficult cases in law enforcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 157: NYPD Narcotics, Organized Crime, the Manhattan DA Squad, & Life After the Job, with Michael McBride

On this episode, Kevin is joined by retired NYPD Detective Michael McBride for a wide-ranging conversation about his life, career, and work after the job. McBride reflects on growing up in Brooklyn, joining the NYPD, working Midtown North, Queen’s Narcotics, OSID, the Joint Firearms Task Force, organized crime cases, Intel, and the Manhattan DA Squad before beginning his second career in funeral service. He also discusses helping police families and 9/11 responders, his work with the NYPD Pipes and Drums, the New Hyde Park and Dellehanty funeral homes, and the creation of the Katie McBride Foundation in honor of his daughter, supporting the Ronald McDonald House and families with sick children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 156: Supporting Homeless Veterans, Shelter Conditions, Power of Community with Susan & Lonnie Sherman

On this episode, Kevin sits down with Susan and Lonnie Sherman, co-founders of General Needs, to discuss how their mission began by bringing underwear, socks, and T-shirts to homeless veterans at the Northport VA shelter and grew into a larger effort providing boots, coats, beds, furniture, dental care, home repairs, and dignity to veterans in need. Susan and Lonnie share powerful stories from shelters, explain the challenges veterans face when transitioning into housing, discuss their Welcome Home apartment project, work with police and fire departments, support from partners like P.C. Richard & Son, their upcoming General Needs gala, and the continued need for volunteers, donations, and community support to help veterans across Long Island, New York City, and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Episode 155: Remembering Captain Ed Mamet, NYPD Legend, U.S. Marine, and True Friend

On this episode, Kevin Schroeder is joined by retired Sergeant Rory Capra and Judge Richard Weinberg to remember the life, service, and legacy of Captain Ed Mamet. A proud United States Marine, 40-year veteran of the NYPD, dedicated investigator, public servant, and beloved co-host, Ed left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Kevin, Rory, and Judge Weinberg share stories about Ed’s remarkable police career, his toughness, loyalty, humor, love of America, dedication to law enforcement, and his deep connection to WABC Radio. From his years in the NYPD Detective Bureau to his work with the Police Athletic League, his passion for public safety, and his unforgettable personality, this episode honors a true New York legend. Rest in peace, Captain Ed Mamet. End of watch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]