Do you ever wonder why people go into law enforcement? Does being in law enforcement change your views of the public over time and how does being an officer affect your family? This podcast explores these questions as well as discusses different careers and the functions of various law enforcement agencies including local, state and federal agencies. The episodes include interviews with retired and active-duty law enforcement officers.
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Do you ever wonder why people go into law enforcement? Does being in law enforcement change your views of the public over time and how does being an officer affect your family? This podcast explores these questions as well as discusses different careers and the functions of various law enforcement agencies including local, state and federal agencies. The episodes include interviews with retired and active-duty law enforcement officers.
From Franciscan to Hunter: DEA Pioneer Craig Chretien’s Undercover Secrets and Drug War Chronicles
Reasons We Serve
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1 month ago
From Franciscan to Hunter: DEA Pioneer Craig Chretien’s Undercover Secrets and Drug War Chronicles
🎥 Episode 137 Step into the adrenaline-fueled world of retired DEA Special Agent Craig Chretien, who traded seminary robes for a badge in 1972, rising from gritty LA undercover ops to Chief of Intelligence and International Operations. From busting Hollywood coke rings and black tar heroin networks to spearheading takedowns in Peru and Bolivia, Chretien reveals raw tales of moral dilemmas, family sacrifices, and debunking CIA crack cocaine myths. This gripping documentary uncovers the human side of the War on Drugs—undercover mind games, high-stakes jungle raids, and the unbreakable bonds forged in shadows—delivering insider intel on America's longest battle against narcotics.  Welcome to our Channel Reasons We Serve, a podcast dedicated to exploring the motivations, challenges, and realities of working in law enforcement. We dive deep into the personal stories of officers, discuss different career paths, and break down the roles of various agencies—from local police departments to state and federal law enforcement.
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Reasons We Serve
Do you ever wonder why people go into law enforcement? Does being in law enforcement change your views of the public over time and how does being an officer affect your family? This podcast explores these questions as well as discusses different careers and the functions of various law enforcement agencies including local, state and federal agencies. The episodes include interviews with retired and active-duty law enforcement officers.
