June 19, 2024

Police In Baltimore, Four Gun Fights. Impact of TV News. Special Episode

Police In Baltimore, Four Gun Fights. Impact of TV News. Special Episode

Police In Baltimore, Four Gun Fights. Impact of TV News. Special Episode. The intense and often misunderstood world of a Baltimore Police Officer. This episode sheds light on the trauma and realities faced by cops in Baltimore, debunking the myths spread by TV news and social media like Facebook and Instagram about police work in American cities.

In this special episode John J. Wiley sits down with Abby Ellsworth on her "On Being A Police Officer" podcast to share his harrowing experiences during his tenure with the Baltimore Police Department. Wiley recounts being involved in four officer-involved shootings: in the first two, he never returned fire, while the last two were prolonged, life-and-death gunfights that ultimately ended his career due to injuries. Be sure to connect with and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest and other social media platforms.

This episode also explores the significant impact of social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, as well as traditional TV news, on public perceptions and political discourse surrounding law enforcement. Wiley offers an insider's perspective on the challenges faced by police officers and the frequent misreporting of their use of force. Police In Baltimore, Four Gun Fights. Impact of TV News. Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

After retiring from the Baltimore Police Department, John Jay Wiley transitioned to a career as a radio personality, adopting the on-air persona "Ripley." In March 2017, he launched the Law Enforcement Today Radio Show and Podcast, which was rebranded in 2023 as Law Enforcement Talk Radio. This unique show blends true crime stories, law enforcement chronicles, and human interest tales, providing listeners with an unfiltered look into the lives of those who serve and protect. The interview is available as a free podcast in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms. We are all over social media we are on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest and other outlets.

Listeners can hear firsthand accounts from law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, and crime victims, sharing their deeply personal stories of trauma and recovery. The podcast offers a compelling exploration of the complexities and realities faced by police officers on the front lines. Police In Baltimore, Four Gun Fights. Impact of TV News. Available as a free podcast in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

Initially self-syndicated, the show is now nationally syndicated by Talk Media Network and airs on 116 affiliate radio stations across the United States, reaching a combined weekly audience of over 44 million. Episodes are also available on major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify our website and most major podcast platforms, approximately two weeks after airing on radio. Look for us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest and other social media platforms.

This special episode delves into the truths and misconceptions about police officers and their use of force, with special thanks to Abby Ellsworth for featuring John J. Wiley on her podcast, "On Being A Police Officer." Police In Baltimore, Four Gun Fights. Impact of TV News. 

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John J Wiley

Retired Police Sergeant, Music Radio Personality, Talk Radio Show Host, Podcaster and Producer

John J. Wiley is a retired Police Sergeant turned radio personality. He has been a full time FM Music Radio DJ since 2005. In 2017 he founded the Law Enforcement Today Podcast, in a partnership with Robert Greenberg of Law Enforcement Today. The show is now named the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast.
Within a couple months a radio station heard an episode of the podcast and asked him to create a radio version, which he did. It has been syndicated since the Spring of 2017 and has numerous affiliate radio stations across the US.

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