Episode 97: Rep. Randy Weber
The show starts off this week with Shawn Moran and Art Del Cueto discussing the petition to designate Javier Vega’s murder as a line of duty death. Art also gives information on the death of Border Patrol Agent Manny Alvarez, one of Art’s academy classmates, who died last week in the line of duty in Casa Grande, AZ. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and co-workers. This week’s shows are dedicated to Manny Alvarez.
After the break, Rep. Randy Weaver joins the show to discuss pending legislation he is sponsoring to help secure the border and stop the flow of refugees from Syria. This legislation includes the POSSE Act and the No Resettlement Without Consent Act.
In the final segment, Shawn and Art discuss their producer’s inability to type or text and define what a “brushout” is after Dan Benavidez attempts to alter his texting history. They also discuss the sponsors, Breitbart News, Haix Boots, and Gerber.
Art thanks Senator McCain, Rep. McSally, Governor Ducey, Sheriff Babeu, and Tucson Sector management for all their help and support throughout the loss of Manny Alvarez.
Episode 96: RIP Manny Alvarez
This week’s episode sees Shawn Moran and Art Del Cueto hosting a very difficult show as they discuss the loss of Border Patrol Agent Manny Alvarez of the Casa Grande station. Alvarez died on duty in a motorcycle accident. This week’s episodes are dedicated to Manny Alvarez. The majority of this episode is a discussion on loss, the bonds of being a Border Patrol agent, and Art remembering his friend and classmate.
Listen to the radio show this weekend to hear our interview with Rep. Randy Weber of Texas and his proposed legislative initiatives.
Also, join us at the San Diego 9/11 Stair Climb on September 10th in San Diego. sandiegostairclimb.com
A Google alert shows the difference between Border Patrol and the Office of Field Operations.
We also discuss the final plan to interview the Commissioner. Art wants to know about his time conducting a Mexican symphony at a CBP event.
Finally, a plea for everyone to sign the petition to get Javier Vega a line of duty death classification. https://petitions.whitehouse.gov//petition/honor-fallen-border-patrol-agent-javier-harvey-vega-jr-his-sacrifice-line-duty-death-lodd-designation
Episode 95: Sheriff Joe Arpaio
Art Del Cueto again joins Shawn Moran to host the full episode of The Green Line. As the two year anniversary has passed since the murder of Border Patrol Agent Javier Vega Jr., Shawn and Art discuss the situation in depth. They start by recalling where they were when they heard the news of Javy’s murder.
Joining the show this week to discuss border security and how Clinton and Trump’s border and immigration proposals will affect local law enforcement on the border, is “America’s Toughest Lawman,” Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio .
He discusses his extensive background in law enforcement, including his arrest of Elvis Presley in Las Vegas. He talks about what he wants to see from the next presidential administration and about his support and admiration of Border Patrol agents.
Wrapping up the show, Art and Shawn discuss their sponsors: Haix, Breitbart News, and Gerber. The conversation then flows into fair journalistic practices and how some reporters shape stories about the Border Patrol.
Episode 94: Thoughts on Obama and the DNC
In this episode Shawn Moran talks about the upcoming San Diego Stair Climb to bene fit fallen fire fighters and honor those lost on 9/11.
He then goes back to discuss President Obama’s remarks at the funeral of five murdered police officers in Dallas and shares his thoughts on events at the DNC.
Episode 93: Jessica Vaughan
In this episode Art Del Cueto joins Shawn Moran for the entire show as Chris Cabrera is on leave.
172 days until January 20th and Kerlikowske is out of office.
728 Days Since Murder of BPA Javier Vega, Jr.
Shawn talks about the murder of a Travis County deputy sheriff whose murder was declared a line of duty death in just 12 hours. CBP could learn from some of these departments.
Shawn and Art also discuss the NY Times article about the border fence and AZ ranchers’ feelings about it. A fence or wall is necessary to stop drive-throughs and slow down illegal aliens from entering. It isn’t the total solution but it is a tool that Border Patrol agents use.
Art and Shawn also discuss Sen. Kaine’s pledge to deliver amnesty within 100 days of taking office, if elected.
Jessica Vaughan, Director of Policy Studies for the Center for Immigration Studies, joins the show for segments two and three to discuss the impact of past amnesties and the potential impact of Hillary Clinton’s immigration proposals.
In the final segment, Donald Trump’s words about Border Patrol agents from the Republican National Convention are heard. Both Shawn and Art were excited by his comments about including agents in a solution for border security.
They also talk about their sponsors: Breitbart News, Gerber, and Haix Boots. Shawn describes some of the violent messages being received by Brandon Darby at the RNC.
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Episode 92: The Whole Burrito
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This episode starts with the audio of Donald Trump speaking at the Republican National Convention and mentioning how he will include Border Patrol agents directly in helping to improve border security.
Art Del Cueto and Shawn Moran discuss the speech and how it has them pumped up to be able to do their jobs.
725 days since the murder of Border Patrol Agent Javier Vega, Jr.
Art discusses a case where he is representing an agent and the agency has failed to present the “evidence” they claim to have showing wrongdoing.
They discuss their sponsors and specifically about Brandon Darby of Breitbart News, who received multiple threats at the RNC.
On the radio show this week is Jessica Vaughan of the Center for Immigration Studies discussing the impact that Hillary Clinton’s immigration proposals will have.
Shawn and Art also discuss an Arizona Republic article about a border shooting where an agent responded from a few blocks away. They talk about how this is not unusual and the reporter is making more out of it than it warrants. They also talk about some strange legal moves in the criminal case regarding compelled statements.
Shawn and Art then give credit to agents who conducted rescues in Laredo, TX. These agents are heroes and this is the type of story that should be reported on by the mainstream media.
They also discuss some of the AFGE leadership being at the Democratic National Convention, yet no one attended the Republican National Convention.
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Episode 91: J. David Cox
721 days since the murder of BPA Javier Vega, Jr. Still no classification as a line of duty death from CBP.
Good to see the Terry family continue fighting for their brother, Brian, at the Republican National Convention. Fast and Furious killed him and hundreds others by releasing rifles into Mexico.
This week’s shows are dedicated to the fallen officers of the Baton Rouge Police Department murdered this week in further violence against law enforcement officers.
Shawn Moran and Chris Cabrera discuss the latest article on the Border Patrol from Politico. Shawn sees it as another hit piece from the author, whom he believes played fast and loose with the facts.
Our guest this week is American Federation of Government Employees President J. David Cox, who talks about some of AFGE’s legislative goals, his background as a VA nurse, and his dismay on labor issues with the Obama administration.
AFGE President Cox speaks very passionately about the work of Border Patrol agents and the working conditions they encounter. He has been to the border and seen it with his own eyes.
Shawn and Chris start the final segment discussing two of the show sponsors, Haix Boots and Gerber.
They continue to discuss the Politico article and whether it was a fair representation of the Union and Border Patrol agents. Two claims that are patently false are Obama’s claims of being the highest level deporter as President and the claim that the Border Patrol has been the deadliest law enforcement agency since 2005.
They finish the show talking about AFGE and the interview with J. David Cox, whom they give a strong B+/A- rating as AFGE president.
Episode 90: Shoulder Rolls and Hood Slides
718 days since the murder of Border Patrol Agent Javier Vega, Jr. and CBP still has not made this a line of duty death. The fight for justice will continue! We are taking bets on whether the Commissioner will blow us off in Detroit, the odds are long but the payout could be great.
Glad to see the Terry family continue their fight for justice in the death of their brother, Brian, at the Republican National Convention.
Social media update with some emails and reviews.
The war on law enforcement continues as three police officers are murdered in Baton Rouge, LA. We dedicate this week’s episodes to the fallen officers in Baton Rouge. Shawn, Art, and Chris discuss the latest events and possible ways to solve this deadly problem.
Thanks to our primary sponsor, Breitbart News! http://breitbart.com
Check out the official knives of The Green Line! Next giveaway is this Tomahawk! http://www.gerbergear.com/Cutting-tools/Axes/Downrange-Tomahawk_30-000715
The trio discusses a recent article from Politico in which Chris is prominently featured. http://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2016/07/2016-donald-trump-mexico-us-border-patrol-immigration-undocumented-illegal-customs-texas-rio-grande-214060
Shawn asks Chris and Art what they thought the Border Patrol was prior to joining up. Art shares some stories from southern AZ and Chris talks about he was very unfamiliar with the BP prior to being hired. Shawn talks about he thought it would be all about yelling, “No time for back-up!” then doing a shoulder roll and sliding across the hood of a car!
Chris reminds listeners to contact us when they see shenanigans going on in terms of numbers or coverage.
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Episode 89: Gerber
Welcome to Episode 89!
Shawn and Chris start off by dedicating this week’s episodes to the fallen officers in Dallas, TX. This event hit home for Chris as he grew up in Dallas and now works in the same field as these officers. The thoughts and prayers of everyone at The Green Line go out to the fallen, their families, and the City of Dallas. A special recognition goes to Chief Brown for his leadership during this crisis.
Karrson Koivisto joins the show via phone after the first commercial break to discuss the history of Gerber and their current product line. Border Patrol agents can look forward to BP green as an option for knife handles and a new silent velcro. Karrson also discusses Gerber’s Pro Program available to Border patrol agents.
Congratulations to Matt Trombley of the Richford Border Patrol Station, the winner of the Gerber Propel Downrange Auto Knife! The next giveaway is the Downrange Tomahawk!
As the show wraps up, Art Del Cueto joins the show and discusses the official footwear of the show, Haix Boots. In the next few weeks Jim Gerien will be on the show to discuss the boots and the website through which agents can get a 20-30% discount.
Episode 88: Dallas PD
711 days since the murder of Border Patrol Agent Javier Vega, Jr. and CBP has not declared it a line of duty death. The Union will continue to fight to have his name on the wall in DC.
Shawn Moran, Art Del Cueto, and Chris Cabrera start off the show discussing whether the Border Patrol should have its own haka prior to heading out for patrol.
Shawn reviews their recent conference at Podcast Movement 16 and upcoming expansion to other platforms. The Green Line is now available on Otto Radio.
Don’t miss Karrson Koivisto from Gerber on this week’s radio broadcast of The Green Line, Sunday mornings at 7AM Pacific on KVOI 1030AM and KVOI.com We also announce the winner of the Propel Downrange Auto Knife.
Art reveals that he is one of the agents who has muster boots and field boots, but has raves for his Haix boots.
Coming up next week, AFGE President J. David Cox calls into the radio show to discuss the state of labor in the federal government.
In the social media update, the hosts discuss a critical review that points out some of the show’s shortcomings. It is a fair review and one which is being worked on to correct the problems.
Shawn provides an update on the latest round of the Nationwide Swap Program. Thanks to Robert Pepperdine for all his hard work on this issue.
While discussing the murder of 5 Dallas Police Officers, Shawn and Art give out information on two incidents that have occurred with Border Patrol agents that had the potential for conflict with suspected protesters.
The Texas Tribune and REVEAL have written several articles, the latest highlighting some of the shortcomings of Border Patrol leadership. The guys discuss the wake left by the past two Border Patrol chiefs.
Art and Chris gives a shout out to all our listeners and agents in Indio, CA and McAllen, TX. Also a shout out to our producer, Dan Benavidez, and his mom who faithfully listens on KVOI.
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