EPISODE 290 : Don’t Eat The Baby!
In this Week’s The Greenline, Art Del Cueto talks about celebrating his birthday and what happens when you leave the phone behind and take on some two wheel therapy. Art talks about some new directives on facial hair allowances for Agents. We learn the story of the King Cake and why it has a special meaning to Art.
Art attends the Funeral for a Friend and Mentor Retired Agent Pete Grijalva while Brandon Judd attends the Funeral for Former Agent Luis Pena. Art talks about the risk of working outdoors and protecting yourself with sunscreen and proper attire against the sun’s rays. The subject comes up regarding child separation and Art talks about the understanding of the circumstances of breaking the law.
The Sentencing phase has occurred for the murder of Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry December 15th 2010. The sentence was Life imprisonment for Heracilio Osario-Arellanes. A jury found him guilty in Brian Terry’s death back in February. We learn of his flee from justice and arrest and subsequent trial. Statements made from the Attorney representing Osario-Arellanes angered Border Patrol Management, Agents and of course the National Border Patrol Council. We learn of those statements in this broadcast.
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EPISODE 289 : Prune Juice On The House!
For this Week’s The Greenline, National Border Patrol Council Vice President Art Del Cueto shares of the passing of a Border Patrol Agent who some years ago was involved in an On-Duty Vehicle Accident and became disabled as a result of this accident. Sadly Art passes the news of his passing.
“Experts in the field” while sounds catchy, it has lately been used to not truly represent what is happening on the border. A Tour of the Border and segments on media does not issue a certificate for continued “expertise” of the situation at the border.
Art tells us about the Tucson Shriners Organization and how they are coming together for a Motorcycle Toy/Poker Run coming up January 4th 2020. We learn more about the Shriners and how they provide comfort and medical solutions for children.
Art has a talk at an outdoor event with an Oro Valley Police Officer and how some of the drugs that make the way across the borders are affecting all areas of southern Arizona. Art shares some info on Drug Tunnels and lately the news of an uptick on discovering them. We learn some info on the complexity of some of these tunnels.
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EPISODE 288 : Nothing a Year In the Tropics Wouldn’t Fix!
In this Week’s The Greenline, Art Del Cueto talks about the loss of an inspiration who helped guide him to join the Border Patrol. Numbers of crossers from Countries other than South America are growing. A recent report shows many attempting crossings from Haiti and other countries. 70% of those crossing are from countries other than Mexico. Tucson Sector has seen a rise in number of captures versus those asking for asylum.
President of The National Border Patrol Council Brandon Judd visits the show to talk about the end of the year and the mission of the NBPC as we look forward to 2020. Art and Brandon talk about a recent article which attacks the NBPC which was published in the Washington Post. The sources behind the piece are questionable yet highlight the problems with former managers which attack those that protect the interest in the Men and Women Border Patrol Agents.
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EPISODE 287 ; Never Quit, No Ringing the Bell!
For this Week’s The Greenline, Art Del Cueto talks about the Mission of the National Border Patrol Council and what they are able to accomplish and have for The Men and Woman Agents. The Music sounds and Art talks about how the Mayor of Tucson has already began to join protest against the Border Wall along the southern border however Art has to ask how this affects The City of Tucson.
The GreenLine welcomes Special Guest to the show Veteran and Business Owner Eli Crane. We talk about his company BottleBreacher and how the company which made its appearance on ABC’s Shark Tank has become a success story. We learn about the story behind Bottle Breacher and the idea behind the company. Eli talks with Art about joining the Military and becoming a Navy Seal. The Training process is intense.
Bottle Breacher is a Veteran Owned company which employs Veterans and makes a great idea for a gift to Law Enforcement, Military and History aficionados. Eli Crane shares the process of going on Shark Tank and which Sharks joined together to make a deal. Be sure to take a look at https://www.bottlebreacher.com Art shares the desire he had growing up of joining the Military and why he couldn’t join the Navy. He shares a great story about his Father of Law and his service.
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EPISODE 286 : Photos on a Wall
For this Week’s The Greenline, Art Del Cueto shares a story about his lack of basketball skills and the coach that put direction in his love of sports. An Agent sent a photo in to art on the Wall of Leadership in Border Patrol, a harsh reminder of what Agents are dealing with. Some recent assaults on Agents serve as a reminder for Agents to be vigilant in their safety.
Art responds to a comment on the role of Management and how some should not have taken on the positions. Art also applauds some of the leaders which have performed in the best interest for the Men and Woman Agents of the Border Patrol. Art does not want Regina Romero to fail as the recently sworn in Mayor of Tucson, even though there is conflicting views, Art explains why.
Processing and Detention are discussed when it comes to those requesting Asylum. Art shares a story which Lee Smith found about the detention of a man and breaks down the story.
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EPISODE 285 : Never Forgotten – The Fallen Agents
In this Week’s Episode of The Greenline, Art Del Cueto tells about his recent appearance on Fox Business and the discussion of the issues at the Border. The segment focused on the recent call by President Trump to have the Drug Cartels based in Mexico to be identified as Terrorist Organizations.
Art feels that some in management at sectors have lost direction. Are these decisions for the good of the Agents? The month of December is a busy month for the Council and Art talks about some other great events he is also involved in with The Shriners. An Upcoming Hot Rod Car event takes place on the 7th at the Shriners Club.
The guys talk about some recent smuggling attempts along the southern border with the arrest of individuals trying to bring Fentanyl across.
The Federal Asylum Officers have a Union and Art talks about recent statements from the regarding Asylum seekers. Art also talks about the Asylum process and how the call for some asylum seekers could be sent to Mexico to await a hearing. Who would this affect?
Special Guest to the show Local NBPC 2554 President Mike Matzke visits the show to tell us about the Fallen Agents Fund and how they help the children of Fallen Agents. Agents or Listeners that want to help out can visit https://www.fallenagentsfund.org or for Agents CFC is 75034. We also learn a little of what is happening in El Centro.
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EPISODE 284 : I Wanna Speak To The Manager!
Episode 284 – I wanna speak to the Manager!
For this Week’s Episode of The Greenline, Art Del Cueto returns to the studio to discuss the latest in news from the border. Art runs into a former Agent now working for HSI and is complemented on the show and how it gets the truth out on what is happening on the Border. The latest news on the numbers of families requesting asylum at Sasabe has continued to flow. Art tells us the process of what is happening with the processing of these people. In a recent appearance on Fox News Art Del Cueto comments on how some were questioning the deportation amounts under the previous administration versus the current amounts. He explains that distortion and where it is misunderstood.
Art is frustrated with the Problems still existing with management distorting the new CBA. With only five changes to the agreements, Art is astonished it is taking so much for management to understand how this new CBA works for the Agents. Art shares a theory on training which could be optimized.
Art talks about a recent event he attended and getting the opportunity to talk with Donald Trump Junior and Jared Kushner. Art shares his thoughts on the discussion.
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EPISODE 283 : Zero Guidance
For this Weeks The GreenLine Radio Show, Art Del Cueto is on the road with the show taking place in El Paso and Washington D.C. HBO did a show which covered the 10-15 Facebook page, comments were made on the show from Mark Morgan regarding punishments that would be handed down to Agents which may have participated in the page. Art does question the thinking in how these will be handed down and shares the Punishment Should Fit the Crime thought and believes that any disciplinary action should also attach managers and supervisors. Some Agents may have also been added to the page by fellow agents or not participated in page activity, should they also be disciplined?
With the new contract in place, Art tells us about the Zero Guidance in respects to management and the agents. The differences are made between those that are managers and those that are leaders.
Art talks about the division in politics and how it shouldn’t affect personal of business relationships. At the End of the Day, it should be about respect.
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EPISODE 282 : Happy Little Pine Cones
In this Week’s Episode, Art Del Cueto shares some of the messages he has received in his inbox poking fun at his fondness of The Lone Ranger. Right into business, Art talks about the horrific killings which took place south of the border, about 70 miles south of Douglas Arizona. Art shares the info on La Mora that he has learned of over the years. While the investigation in these brutal killings continues, what we do know at airtime, Art shares some of the facts.
The tragic situation can serve as a reminder for the need fo Border Security. Art tells us about a recent shootout between rival cartels in Agua Prieta. Another situation that should also be considered is the firepower of the Cartels in the release of El Chapos son. Guns are outlawed in Mexico and Art and Andy consider how the situation would be different if the citizens in Mexico were allowed to own weapons? The United States has offered to help. Andy asks the question, for anybody thinking about traveling south into Mexico, should people be taking that trip? An easy answer..No.
Art reminds Agents they need to remain vigilant of the dangers while serving close to the border. The recently initiated CBA is discussed with the focus on supervisors following the agreement. The question still has arisen regarding the newly allowed beards for agents. Some have resorted to using diagrams to explain length and shape of the beards? Art shares with us the latest in numbers from the southern border regarding apprehensions.
Art talks about Daylight Savings and shares a proverb which has us thinking? He also talks about his recent appearance on the Freemason Podcast and why he was invited to be on the show.
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EPISODE 281: The Amazing Chia Head
In this Week’s Episode, Art Del Cueto talks about his talk at the Walk Away event in Chandler. Art tells us about the attendees and why these people have come together for the event. Congressman Andy Biggs was in attendance as well, Art tells us why he respects and is thankful he is a Representative.
Art discusses the lack of direction from management in regards to the Now in Effect CBA. We learn some of the adjustments that should be happening for Agents according to the CBA. Art has a theory that the weighted collars of management may have a shield to common sense in dealing with Agents.
Rumors should never be spread, Art tells us a story about comments made during a presentation to Agents based on Rumors and why it had to be addressed. A Movie is on YouTube which is a false narrative of the mission of the Border Patrol yet the credits in the film thanks Douglas Station and Tucson Sector of the Border Patrol for Assistance in the film. Didn’t they check the content or message of the film? Art is not a fan of the Mayor of Douglas and shares his reasons. Art shares some great advice given to him from the Late Dan Benavidez in decisions to do interviews.
Art shares some tragic news with the death of a fellow.
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