EPISODE 313 : Running 4 Heroes!
This Week the Green Line Radio Show has Art Del Cueto talking about the hypocrisy of some in management and explains what frustrates him and the effects upon the eyes and ears of the agents. We learn of the tragic death of an Agent while on Duty, respects to the family of Agent Johan Mordan.
We have heard of the problems of some utilizing children to cross the border illegally and when caught because of the child they are released. Some of these with the children have been noted as having serious criminal records. Law Enforcement is discussed. Art brings us into his world and shares a story of the love for his Crocs.
Art has an Inspiring discussion with Zechariah who created Running 4 Heroes, a Non-Profit founded by the then 10-year old. We learn about why he started this and the mission to raise funds for our injured First Responders while paying tribute to our Fallen Heroes through running with this 501 (c)(3). You can find out more at https://www.running4heroes.org . Art shares what it means to those to have so much support from Zechariah.
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EPISODE 312: Frogman – Clark Impastato
Episode 312 – Frogman – Clark Impastato
For This Weeks the Green Line Radio Show Art Del Cueto is joined by special guest Clark Impastato. Clark shares his experiences in becoming a Navy Seal and the training that was required. Clark talks about his moving from Navy Seal to Military Contracting and then becoming a member of Phoenix Police Department. It is an insightful discussion about moving from Military to Law Enforcement. Clark is also host of The Good Vibes Podcast with Clark Impastato found on Spotify and other locations for Podcast.
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EPISODE 311 : The Murph!
For This Weeks the Green Line Radio Show Art Del Cueto is joined by Union Rep Jose Marrero and talks about how social media has become an extremely political platform and some have walked away from Twitter and other platforms. The guys talk about the protesting which has taken place after the murder of George Floyd during an arrest. The reminder is shared though there is a difference between the protesters and those that have chosen to be opportunistic with Looting and harming people and property. Art is not happy with the announcement of Border Patrol Management to send Agents to support against Antifa and the looters and rioters and feels they should not have made a point to make that announcement. Art explains why.
Art talks about how a CBP Air Unit tracked the person that ran over Law Enforcement in Buffalo. Mayor Romero and TPD Chief Magnus held a Press Conference regarding Civility which turns to negative comments on leadership at the White House. Art talks about comments as well via video from Polk County Florida Sheriff Grady Judd. Art and Jose talk about the subject of Race in Puerto Rico and how the Late Baseball player Roberto Clemente was shocked when he came to the United States at the division of people and thinking. The guys wonder is the state will see a spike in Covid 19 Positive test due to many congregating without social distancing guidelines.
What is going on with the AUSA, the Assistant to the United States Attorney offices? Lately more cases have been brought forth through arrest of those caught bringing drugs over the border only to not be prosecuted. Art feels these same reactions by the AUSA will apply to those caught looting and rioting. Art tells the story about Local News Anchor Dan Marries who was on the street during the first night of Rioting in Tucson and how he approached somebody breaking windows at El Charro. Art reminds Agents to be Vigilant when traveling on and off duty and tells a story why. This is a good opportunity to remind agents to stay in shape. All tells us about the “Murph” challenge in honor of Michael P. Murphy, Navy Seal who was killed in Afghanistan in 2005. Art tells us what happened when he completed it.
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EPISODE 310 : Porkchops!
In This Weeks the Green Line Radio Show Art Del Cueto talks about a recent visit to the Brian A. Terry Memorial with Clint Stoddard. One of Art’s passions is music and the guys talk about creating music, doing live shows and inspirations in music. Art also talks about his inspiration to become a Border Patrol Agent, Borderline the movie with Charles Bronson. Art talks about meeting Enrique Castillo who played Arturo in the 1980 Movie, his first film.
Art talks about becoming an Agent in the Border Patrol and what are the steps needed to take and some points to consider including having a good credit score. Art tells us why he doesn’t mind wearing a face mask through this pandemic. Art tells us about a recent story of Senator Chuck Schumer and other democratic leaders looking for investigations on conditions at ICE facilities due to Covid 19 and looks for these individuals to be released from the detention facilities into the United States.
With the Summer heat upon us, Art reminds the public of the humanitarian aspects of the Agents in the Field with the Border Patrol. The heat that illegal aliens are confronted with can be overwhelming which then have Agents trying to locate and in many cases perform life saving work. Andy questions the current situation in Brazil and wonders if there is concern of the high numbers of Covid 19 and that working its way up through Mexico into the United States.
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EPISODE 309 : A Bad Influence On The Beaver!
For This Weeks the Green Line Radio Show Art Del Cueto and Andy talk about the reopening of locations toward the end of the pandemic and wonders about those needing the nails and feet done. Art does miss going to the movies and is let down with the news of the next Fast and the Furious getting moved to release next year. The Guys talk about the impact on Drive Ins on their youth and how they have made a comeback. Art shares his experience going to a drive in that was setup in Oro Valley. Ken Osmond from Leave it To Beaver that was a Police Office in LA has passed away and the guys pondering the Bad Influence on the Beaver giving a ticket.
The Chief of Police for Tucson tweets on how wearing a face mask is good for everyone else’s safety and Art wonders shouldn’t the Chiefs thinking also apply to the Arrest of Illegal Aliens. We get an update from Art on the TOPD Leadership and a case which was brought to light recently.
We learn on the Gym workouts at the stations and how agents can work out. Illegal Aliens arrested while attempting to travel towards population in Southern Arizona have been found with face masks issued to them on previous arrest. Smuggling is still at high numbers with a recent attempt to smuggle ammunition across the border. Art shares with us another story about a guy using a wheelchair to conceal drugs.
Art begins his search for Terminal List from Jack Carr
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EPISODE 308 : The Team of Green
On This Weeks the Green Line Radio Show Art Del Cueto gives us an update on the latest from the story reported on last week involving an Agent and TOPD. Art shares his love for music during the dinner hour and how he has found new ways to irritate his family.
Joining the Show for this week is Retired Agent Clint Stoddard, former and the first PAIC of 3 Points and Former Bortac Agent with the Patrol. We learn about the background of Stoddard and how much has changed since his days of joining the Border Patrol. We learn a little of the process of joining to be a Bortac Agent and what it takes. Andy makes an error drawing a comparison between Borstar and Bortac which draws a good laugh from Art. It taps into a rivalry between the two. Why didn’t Art try out for Bortac?
Clint shares some advice for Agents in getting through the day to day on the line. Keeping Focus is one of the best points to remember. We talk about Retirement and enjoying his passion for cars. We also learn about his favorite Pizza which is Little Caesar’s of course! Tune in for the fun discussion on this Week’s The Green Line
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EPISODE 307 : Dirty Handed Dealing
This Week’s The Green Line Radio Show is one that will have your Jaws Drop. The guys discuss a case we have heard about before yet new revelations unveil some dirty handed dealings from members of the Tohono O’odham Police Department. While not a overall discussion about the Officers at the TOPD, it is surprising to hear of some of those involved in pushing towards “Sticking it to the Border Patrol.”
Before we get into the meat of the show Art Del Cueto shares some info on the Gator masks he was able to get for Union Members of the 2544 yet now push-back comes from Sector regarding being able to wear these for added protection on the Line. In the Media there has been lots of talk about these Murder Hornets, the guys break down what they are all about and what they taste like?
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EPISODE 306 : Lessons Learned!
Episode 306 – Lessons Learned!
For this Week’s The Green Line Radio Show, Art Del Cueto talks about how some media outlets twisted and turned recent statements from President Trump in regards to Covid19 science and possible treatments. Last weeks The Green Line ruffled some feathers in regards to a watch commander in Tucson and Art shares why this info he shared could and should be used to make a better work environment towards Agents. Art Del Cueto reminds us that Life is in itself a lesson for those that want to learn. Art shares some of life’s important lessons he picked up while working as a corrections officer. Art shares an amazing story that opened his eyes to what people can be capable of.
An Illegal Alien was captured trying to cross into the United States with a group of others. It was determined after testing this Indian National was positive for Covid19. Art highlights another reason why the mission along the border is important to the health and security of the residents of the United States. This attempting to cross into the United States which may be ill is concerning to how it affects agents that must do the work in the arrest of this subject. Art talks about Side Action Apparel that he has Gator Mask from for Union Member Agents.
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EPISODE 305 : That’s a Bozo No No Kid!
For this Week’s The Green Line Radio Show, It is a trying time for Agents as the Agency deals with problems along the border and the effects of Covid19 on operations.
Art attends a Muster and wanted to speak to a watch commander after the muster only to be told to wait. The conversation between that watch commander and supervisors is pointed towards and belittling of agents and after about a thirty minute wait he told Art he had no time to talk with him. That didn’t sit well with Art. The situation reeks of this Watch Commander being a bully. Should this type of attitude from the Watch Commander be allowed? How could this in any way help the morale of the Agents?
Art reminds us of his availability to Agents with concerns in operations of their duties. The situation at Musters doesn’t provide the best practices for Social Distancing and Art offers some suggestions and solutions for the safety of the Agents and their families. Art and Andy talk about the current situation along the Southern Border and highlight numbers can’t always represent due to Getaways.
Art shares a story about Border Patrol being requested by the Marcela Taracena of the ACLU not to be in public spaces such as hospitals or Covid19 Testing Facilities out of fear of possible illegal aliens by passing health services. Tucson Sector U.S. Border Patrol Chief Roy Villareal answers the article perfectly. Art also shares info on a facility that was built by CPB in Tornillo Texas. Could that Money have been better spent towards training and supplying for the needs of Agents?
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EPISODE 304 : The Right Thing To Do!
In this Week’s The Green Line Radio Show Art Del Cueto and Andy chat about how The Corona Virus has changed the way we celebrate special occasions. Art tells us about a demonstration that took place in Eloy with the goal to get Detainees that have violated the border laws released. Why this would be a terrible idea, Art shares the concerns.
Brandon Judd, National President for the Border Patrol Council visits the show to talk about the conditions facing Agents of The Border Patrol. Brandon shares how managers thank the Council often for the work they do yet this is the case until they make a error in management. Art talks about the Chart for Agents under Weather and Safety Leave and how this was not released when it should have been instead leaving the Agents in the dark. Brandon shares how the council and its operations are answering the call to service during this time.
Art shares how Laredo Sector has been addressing the concerns of Agents in dealing with Covid 19. Hector Garza shared an open letter with those thoughts and demands for the agents. Art share with us the definition of the term “Got Away”. We also get a recent story of Mexican Law Enforcement found on US Soil, yet another example for the need of a better barrier. Art shares his fashion statement with a face mask, electing to go with the LuchaLibre Wrestling Mask. Brandon Budlong has some fun with Photoshop, Where did he put Art?
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