Buckle up — this special three-part episode reads like a crime thriller. Casey sits down with Ruben Palomares, whose life jumps from U.S. Olympic boxing hopeful to LAPD officer to central figure in the Rampart scandal — a rise-and-fall saga that feels ripped from the silver screen. Ruben pulls back the curtain on moments no other podcast has captured, dropping jaw-dropping details and tense confessions that keep you on the edge of your seat. Plus, for the first time ever Casey brings in his best friend, recently retired LAPD Major Crimes Detective Kenny, and his loyal sidekick Ed — expect sharp insights, inside stories, and plenty of sparks. Press play and let the chaos begin.

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The Spirit-filled life is not safe. It’s not predictable. It’s an adventure.

One moment you’re going about your ordinary day—and the next, God steps into the scene and suddenly you’re standing in the middle of someone else’s story. A divine interruption. A holy assignment. You realize you’re being used for something bigger than your plans, greater than your comfort, more meaningful than you ever imagined.

This is what happens when God’s faithfulness and mercy collide with our willingness to say “yes.” He takes ordinary people and uses them to redirect eternal destinies.

In this powerful episode, Casey invites you into a real, unfiltered moment of obedience—what it looks like to drop everything and follow Christ on a mission. You’ll meet a young man named Emmanuel, and what you’re about to hear isn’t dramatized or embellished. It happened exactly as Casey describes.

This isn’t just a story. It’s an invitation.

An invitation to live ready. Ready in season and out of season. Ready to step into the hurting places. Ready to become the hands and feet of Jesus when the moment comes.

There is so much work to be done. So many stories waiting for someone to show up.

Will you be ready?

Prepare your heart. Step into the mission. Become a laborer for His Kingdom.

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Todays episode features a sit down with Brendan Corbett, a retired Assistant Sheriff of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, who devoted more than 40 years to law enforcement, marked by integrity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to public safety. 

• Born in Los Angeles and raised with strong Irish immigrant roots, his early life—shaped by the loss of his mother at a young age and his upbringing in Whittier—instilled determination and a deep sense of service inspired by his father’s distinguished public-sector career. 

• Joining LASD in 1985 as a member of Academy Class 228, Brendan built an illustrious career that included 15 years with the Special Enforcement Bureau serving on K-9 and SWAT teams, where he demonstrated exceptional tactical skill, leadership, and mentorship. 

• His service earned numerous honors, including a Meritorious Conduct Medal (Silver), three Distinguished Service Medals, the NYPD Detective Endowment Association Award (2018), and the Center for Health Justice Pioneer Award (2021), along with commendations for acts of courage such as saving a suicidal jumper. Holding a Bachelor of Science degree and extensive specialized training, Brendan consistently emphasized accountability, community engagement, and trust-building, leaving a lasting legacy of service, leadership, and dedication that continues to influence public safety and community relations.

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Life is full of twists, turns, and unexpected detours. In today’s episode, Casey sits down with Fernando Sandoval Jr., the owner of FS Builders Group, to revisit a story that began in the simple days of the early ’80s. Back then, Fernando was just a young boy fueled by adventure—running through the neighborhood with friends, searching for belonging, and longing for the presence of a father.

As childhood innocence gave way to the realities of life, the sacrifices of parents often went unnoticed, and attention drifted elsewhere. For Fernando, “elsewhere” meant the streets—gangs, dangerous influences, and friends who seemed to have his back but were steering him off course.

Join us as we dive into Fernando’s powerful journey—one marked by struggle, redemption, and a long road to success through Christ. This is a story you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode Casey and co-host Ed discuss details from Casey's second published book titled "Ok I Will". Ed shares how sometimes even after meeting people in your circles you really don't know what sacrifice people have made, pain they have endured and hills they've had to climb. After reading Ok I Will Ed gets a different perspective of Mical Pyeatt, Casey's business partner. They also discuss fatherhood, and Jacob Diaz's powerful testimony inside a Burbank public school.

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Most of us had no idea what was about to unfold on September 10, 2025. In this episode, Casey sits down with his son, Jacob, who shares how God — through a handful of Spirit-filled teenagers — moved powerfully at John Burroughs High School that day.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can God really use me?” — the answer is a resounding yes for every believer. As 1 John 5:14-15 reminds us, this kind of confidence in God comes when we’re all in. No half-hearted commitment. No looking back. Just both feet firmly planted in what matters most: the Kingdom of God.

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On September 10th 2025 we faced evil, we witnessed the wickedness of mens hearts as an assassin plunged a round into Charlie Kirks body, ending his life. Our country mourns, our country is heartbroken, our country is angry at the actions of depraved men. Tonight a wife sleeps alone, two children will no longer hear their dad pray and tuck them in for bed. All because they didn't agree with Charlies message of hope in Christ, and a love for his country.

Please pray for the Kirk family and for those that were so close to them. May you rest in the arms of Jesus whom you made known to teenagers, college student and adults in our nation. You will be forever missed.

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You ever wondered; What else can I do for the kingdom? In this episode you will discover three different ways in which God has already prepared to get in the game. Your life has meaning, it has always had significance. Sometimes getting help in how we can contribute to the Great Commission is just a matter of getting clarity. Casey and Ed help you do just that. By the time you finish with this episode God will have spoken to you as to what part God wants you to be active in.

Allow God to speak to you, get into a place of prayer from your heart, God's voice, God's word will confirm it. May the Lord who prepared you for His vineyard bless you, give you the courage to get into the field to Run The Play!

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Casey and Ed are back at it with yet another bible study that came from many listeners asking; When we die, what happens? So they both dove in to this intriguing question. Using the bible Ed interviews Casey, and well I think a lot of the smoke cleared. This question resides in everyone thoughts, and the bible makes it clear that God has placed eternity in mans heart according to Ecclesiastes 3:11. They discuss what happens with the human body when it dies, the rapture, purgatory and so many other questions that perhaps our listeners have carried unanswered. This episode will have you glued! Enjoy.

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On this episode former Sheriff turned Author sits down with Casey to go over his newly released book titled Sheriff -Holding The Thin Blue Line In A Deep Blue State. What a great conversation they had on this episode. They talked about what it takes to write a book, what makes a book a good read, the uphill battle to leadership. Plus you'll get just a sneak peak into his new book. Whether you're considering writing your own book but don't know where to start, this episode is just for you. Share this podcast with all your friends!

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