This week on The Denise Ilitch Show, Denise welcomes Dean Simpson—former New York City police officer, Army veteran, and now an accomplished author. In this compelling episode, Dean opens up about the moments that shaped his remarkable journey. He shares what he's most proud of from his years in uniform, offering an unfiltered look at what it was really like to police New York during some of its most challenging times. Dean also reveals how facing darkness and adversity ultimately led him down a path of healing and personal reinvention. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about resilience, transformation, and the power of never giving up.