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Feb. 9, 2025

Episode 219: The Suffering of Podcasting with Tom Smith

Send us a text Tom began his distinguished career with the NYPD in 1990, following his graduation from the Academy. He was assigned to the 30th Precinct in West Harlem, one of the busiest precincts in the department at the time. From 1996 to 1999, Tom served in the Bronx Narcotics Unit, where he was involved in multiple large-scale narcotics operations. One of his most notable cases was a joint operation with the DEA, which led to the seizure of 125 kilos of cocaine from Venezuela—still the lar...
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Feb. 2, 2025

Episode 216: The Suffering of a Cop's Parent with Barbara and Drew Oldrati

Send us a text Corporal Salvatore Oldrati from Mantua Township Police Department, Gloucester County, New Jersey, who has fully dedicated his life to protecting and serving the residents of his community. During the early morning hours of September 14, 2021, Mantua Township Police arrived first on the scene and were confronted with a man armed with a gun. Shortly after the shooting, an investigation was completed by the New Jersey State Police Shooting Response Team along with the Attorney Genera...
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Jan. 26, 2025

Episode 215: The Suffering of Peer Support with Nick Ricciotti

Send us a text Nick Ricciotti is a former law enforcement officer and served in the state of NJ for 6 years. After losing his job to substance abuse, he became an advocate for mental health and substance abuse awareness within the first responder community. Nick holds a masters degree in mental health and is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). He is also a Behavioral Change Specialist and is certified through NASM. In addition to his full time job as a therapist, Nick works with Reps for Respo...
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Jan. 19, 2025

Episode 214: The Suffering of More Fun with Mike Depalma and Tom Flynn

Send us a text As we travel along this journey to find stories of strength and resilience, it’s easy to get caught up in the sad sadness. Every once in a while, we need to bring ourselves back and show that life is beautiful and full of joy. There are no better people on the planet that exemplify the meaning of friendship then Mike DePalma, and Tom Flynn. On this episode, we gather together just to have a little bit of fun and show what makes life worth living. Find The Suffering Podcast The S...