On this episode John & Eric give their thoughts on the announcement that the NYPD will enforce sidewalk BBQ laws & regulations this summer. Sidewalk summer BBQ's are a tradition in lower income neighborhoods throughout NYC, as most people in who live in NYC do not have backyards. While these BBQ's are illegal and violence traditionally stems from large gatherings, John & Eric explore whether this will help build community relations, what will happen to officers who are directly involved in enforcing & what the political implications will be. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

On this episode Eric & John describe in detail what courtesy cars are, how they are used and their opinions on the use of them. They also give their opinions of traffic cops, quotas, the unions, the management, the lawsuit and the claims made from what the press reported. Eric & John are pretty sure their opinions on the various topics surrounding this topic will leave everyone offended. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

On this episode Tsahi Shemesh, the founder of KRAV MAGA EXPERTS, the premier self defense school in NYC, joins Eric & John to discuss the mindset and philosophy of Krav Maga. Krav Maga is an Israeli martial art. It was developed for the Israel Defense Forces, it is derived from a combination of techniques used in aikido, judo, karate, boxing and wrestling. Krav Maga is known for focusing on real life scenarios. Tsahi breaks down the difference between training KRAV MAGA vs. other forms of martial arts. To learn more about or to get some hands on experience visit www.KravMagaExperts.com tell them #TheFinestUnfiltered sent you. They have schools in Manhattan & Brooklyn. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

The Police Commissioner is being praised by the #NYPD Police Unions for announcing that she will revamp the NYPD's Disciplinary Matrix. This announcement came after #TheFinestUnfiltered did an in depth analysis of it & exposed how harsh the penalties officers receive for minor issues. Eric & John both argued the disciplinary matrix is a major contributing factor behind the mass exodus that is occurring in the NYPD. Now the actual changes to the matrix have been made and are open for public comment. Eric & John once again review the proposed changes. You will not hear this analysis anywhere else. If you enjoy our content please subscribe to our YouTube channel @TheFinestUnfiltered as well whatever audio platform you listen to podcasts on. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

"Greater Love Has No One Than This, Than To Lay Down One's Life For His Friends" John 15:13

On this episode Eric & John sit down & analyze Eric Adams plan to "Crackdown on Shoplifting in NYC". Although this episode is filled with laughter & jokes the key components to this plan are not satire even though a reasonable person would believe they are. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

On this episode John & Eric interview NYPD Police Officer Franklin Valdez. Franklin walks us through his life, his career and tell us why he decided to run for NYC PBA Transit Trustee. Franklin pulls back the curtain and gives a behind the scenes look into his experience with presenting issues & asking questions to union leadership. Franklin also tells us why he was "disqualified" from the ballot in the upcoming PBA election. Franklin also discusses his appeal which was denied. He depicts perfectly the challenges insurgent candidates face when attempting to enter the upper echelon on NYC unions. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

On this episode John & Eric sit down with NYPD Police Officer Derek Andrews who is a insurgent candidate for the NYC PBA's Transit Bureau's Financial Secretary. After more than questionable disqualifications for other positions the NYPD's Transit Financial Secretary is currently the only position that an election is being held for. Derek is the only non union endorsed candidate to have been deemed 'qualified" to get on the ballot leaving all other positions uncontested.Derek shares his life, his career, his campaign platform, why he decided to run as well as the issues he feels affect the modern day police officer. This is definitely an episode you will not want to miss. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss the unusual series of events that took place prior to Daniel Penny's arrest. They ask the many questions that remain unanswered and explore the law in regards to self defense as well as the use of deadly physical force. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com

On this episode John & Eric sit down and discuss why they believe there is only 1 contested election & how guys got nominated & disqualified in less than 24 hours from the Citywide Trustee & Transit Trustee. Also discussed is Daniel Penny's indictment for Manslaughter, CCRB updates & why you don't talk in the car when you have prisoners. www.TheFinestUnfiltered.com