🎥 Episode 135 In this gripping interview, retired NYPD detective Chris Delia (13 years on the force, ex-Marine) opens up about his brutal Bronx childhood—abandoned by his dad, fending off predators—and how it fueled his drive to protect the "little guy." From dodging death as an 18-year-old punk with a pellet gun, which almost got him killed by cops, to surviving the Marines and then later infiltrating drug rings as an undercover "street comedian," Chris shares unfiltered war stories: heart-wrenching child shootings, kidnapped kids he couldn't save, and mafia takedowns like Operation Big Shot.

Discover how trauma haunts even the toughest—coping with booze, black humor ("If we didn't laugh, we'd cry"), and unbreakable family bonds. Chris reflects on teaching his kids to fight back, spotting threats in crowds, and why he prays for fallen brothers daily. A must-watch for true crime fans, first responders, and anyone inspired by resilience.

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