Behind the Badge with Garry McCarthy

By: Fox 32 Chicago
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  • In "Behind the Badge," former Chicago top cop Garry McCarthy offers a rare look into the inner workings of one of America’s most-scrutinized police forces. Beyond breaking down the latest crime trends and the policies that shape strategies, McCarthy and seasoned law enforcement officials share what it really means to wear the badge—revealing both the challenges and rewards of serving on the front lines.
    2025 Fox 32 Chicago
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Episodes
  • 9/11 through the eyes of the NYPD

    9/11 through the eyes of the NYPD
    May 3 2025
    In this episode of "Behind the Badge," host and former NYPD Deputy Commissioner Garry McCarthy, along with his former colleague Stephen McAllister, offer a personal glimpse into the traumatic experiences of police officers responding to the events of September 11th, 2001. From the fear and uncertainty as the towers fell to the intense stress that followed in the days after, McCarthy and McAllister open up about the bravery and resilience of the NYPD's finest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • How NYPD football team creates brotherhood. Plus, other cop stories

    How NYPD football team creates brotherhood. Plus, other cop stories
    May 2 2025
    On this episode of “Behind the Badge,” we look at how the NYPD Finest football team has fostered lifelong relationships among officers. Host Garry McCarthy sits down with former teammate Steve McAllister, now police commissioner in Floral Park, as they share stories from their time on the team. From funny nicknames like "Veal" to the team's experiences with tragedy, they discuss the intense highs and lows that officers encounter every day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Ella French's mom, Officer Carlos Yanez Jr. help cop families cope with trauma

    Ella French's mom, Officer Carlos Yanez Jr. help cop families cope with trauma
    Apr 26 2025
    On this episode of "Behind the Badge," we remember Ella French, a Chicago police officer killed in the line of duty in 2021. Ella’s mother, Elizabeth French, and officer Carlos Yanez Jr., who was shot alongside Ella, joined host Garry McCarthy to share memories of her life and the kind of person she was — both on and off the job. Yanez and Ella's mom now help cop families cope with trauma through the “Light The Line” nonprofit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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