Off the Beaten Highway with Retired Oregon State Trooper Jeff Leighty

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!Chris celebrates his Polish pride amid Poland’s shifting political landscape. We dig into the Phoenix Police Department’s controversial adoption of AI to monitor officer behavior through body cam footage, and respond to a listener’s  concern about the lack of prosecution in a foster child abuse case. Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!Tegan Broadwater shares his journey from musician to undercover officer, revealing the risks, humor, and emotional toll of living a double life. He discusses earning trust inside gangs, working with the FBI, and his mission to support children of incarcerated parents through mentorship and awareness.Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!Scott hits Tempe for a ride-along with a good friend, a dive into the unknown and awkward truths of prostate cancer awareness and detection, and we finish at the intersection of open carry and cold cuts at a Florida Publix. Buckle up — it’s one of those episodes.Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!In this episode, we unravel the bizarre story of a fake school superintendent making waves in Des Moines—and the surprising lack of vetting behind it. Meanwhile, the Chicago Police Department faces scrutiny after being ordered not to assist ICE agents under attack, sparking a fiery debate about law enforcement boundaries. And across the political stage, some Democratic politicians seem less interested in policy and more focused on performance—hoping their next viral moment is their big break.Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!First up: A massive corndog recall rocks Scott to the core, and we discuss what’s behind the battered betrayal. Then we tiptoe into terrifying territory: The US is inching ever closer to civil war, and no, this isn’t just social media drama—it’s actual experts considering its potential. And finally, we head to Eastern Europe where Poland has suddenly become the Promised Land. Unfortunately, they aren’t accepting many applications.Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!We're joined by a listener and retired Oregon State Trooper, Jeff Leighty, to discuss his life and work as both a Coast Guardsman and a Cop in rural Oregon. Throughout his law enforcement career, Jeff has seen many roads and waterways that have been less traveled. Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!Scott and Shaun discuss some of the issues surrounding the murder of Charlie Kirk and what it may mean for all Americans. Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!The guys discuss the continuation of the federal government's immigration enforcement campaign, this time in the city of Chicago with Operation Midway Blitz.  Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!This week’s episode dives into the strange, the surreal, and the headlines you didn’t know you needed. We start with a Reader’s Digest sighting in the least likely of places: a casino floor. Then, we turn to Illinois politics, where state leaders are pushing back against federal offers of help in tackling rising crime. A story of forbidden love takes a bizarre turn when it’s caught on body cam. And finally, we explore how the “green sex toy phenomenon” is continuing to make shockwaves in the world of sports.Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!We’re joined by cybersecurity expert Eric O’Neill—a former undercover FBI agent, attorney, business owner, and author—to discuss cybersecurity and his new book, Spies, Lies, and Cybercrime.https://www.amazon.com/Spies-Lies-Cybercrime-Cybersecurity-Outsmart/dp/0063398176Eric’s webpage:https://ericoneill.net/Email: [email protected]: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=