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We're proud to release a special new episode of GOLD SHIELDS – recorded LIVE from the legendary Don Roberto's Italian Restaurant in Staten Island during an unforgettable Cigar Charity Night! 🍷🍝💨

🎤 An Epic Collaboration:

This exclusive evening brought together Joe Imperatrice, Founder of Blue Lives Matter NYC, and the Legendary Chazz Palminteri, supporting his heartfelt cause, The Child Reach Foundation. 💙👮‍♂️🎭

✨ We were honored to be invited to broadcast our show LIVE from this incredible event – where cigars, charity, and conversation lit up the night! 🔥

🎙️ INSIDE THE EPISODE:

A one-on-one interview with the iconic Chazz Palminteri – actor, director, and passionate philanthropist

Powerful stories from Law Enforcement advocates, a legendary artist, the owner of Don Roberto's, and much more.

Behind-the-scenes access to one of Staten Island's most exclusive fundraising events

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📍 www.childreachfoundation.org

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📍 www.donrobertonyc.com

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💔 Lucas' story is not just heartbreaking — it’s a call to action.

⚠️ Every 57 hours, a Police Officer dies by suicide in the U.S. — a stat we cannot ignore.

🔵 This episode we delivers one of the most emotional and important interviews we’ve ever recorded. This is a MUST-WATCH for anyone in Law Enforcement, with family on the job, or simply concerned about the unseen battles our heroes face.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brian Sizemore, father of Lucas Sizemore, a dedicated Police Officer whose tragic and heartbreaking death by suicide shook his family, community, and the Law Enforcement world.

Brian courageously shares Lucas’ story — not just the pain, but the purpose that rose from the tragedy: Lucas Crusade, a movement built to fight the rising epidemic of Police Officer suicides and the stigma surrounding mental health in Law Enforcement.

Joining us is Jared Murphey, Acting Deputy Assistant Director of HSI (Homeland Security Investigations), who brings deep insight into the systemic issues facing officers today , and his vital role in Lucas Crusade.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
00:50 The Importance of Wellness in Law Enforcement
01:49 Introducing Lucas Sizemore and His Journey
02:57 Lucas's Career Aspirations and Internships
04:09 Life as a Police Officer in Atlanta
05:08 The Day Everything Changed
05:55 The Aftermath and Establishing the Foundation
34:08 The Call to Action: Honoring Lucas
37:12 Reflections on Loss and Support
38:20 Transforming Tragedy into Purpose
42:44 Understanding the Mental Health Crisis in Law Enforcement
45:44 Introducing Lucas's Crusade: A Mission for Change
52:26 Building a Supportive Community for Officers
55:30 The Relay Run: A Symbol of Unity and Awareness
01:00:53 Continuing the Conversation: A Call to Action

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In Episode 138, we sit down with retired FBI Special Agent Mark Sewell, the man who led one of the largest Mafia investigations in U.S. history—the explosive takedown of The Gold Club in Atlanta.

💥 The Gold Club Case wasn't just about a strip club—it was a multimillion-dollar criminal empire involving organized crime, public corruption, money laundering, sex trafficking, and celebrity clients. From mobsters and athletes to powerful businessmen, The Gold Club was a front for decades of illegal operations—until Mark Sewell and the FBI shut it down.

🔎 In this high-impact true crime episode, Agent Sewell reveals exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, from wiretaps to undercover ops, exposing how sex, money, and power created a criminal dynasty—one that collapsed under the FBI’s pressure.

🎖️ PLUS: Don’t miss his insights on Stolen Valor cases, where fake heroes are exposed and justice is served.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
03:00 Mark Sewell's Background and Transition to the FBI
06:01 The Formation of the Organized Crime Squad in Atlanta
09:03 The Gambino Crime Family and the Gold Club Case
12:01 The Unique Landscape of Atlanta's Strip Clubs
15:00 Criminal Activities at the Gold Club
17:54 Credit Card Fraud and Other Crimes
20:54 Prostitution and High-Profile Clients
25:53 The Gold Club Investigation Begins
28:01 Money Flow and Organized Crime Connections
30:39 Informants and Trial Strategies
34:30 Marketing Tactics of the Gold Club
35:02 Drug Use and Management's Negligence
36:16 Deciding When to Take Down the Case
39:02 The Grand Jury Process and Arrests
41:08 Defense Strategies and Legal Challenges
44:01 Credibility and Testimony in Court
47:51 The Rise of Stolen Valor Cases
54:54 Investigating Military Impersonation
01:01:10 The Impact of Stolen Valor on Society
01:05:55 Mark Sewell's Journey and Insights

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