The Breonna Taylor Incident: The Truth with Ret. Sgt. John Mattingly
In this re-released episode of Lowe Expectations, originally recorded in August 2022 on Diakonos: A Cop's Calling podcast, host Anthony Weaver revisits a compelling interview with retired Louisville Metro PD Sergeant John Mattingly. Mattingly shares his first-hand account of the tragic Breonna Taylor incident that occurred in Louisville, Kentucky, in 2020.
Throughout the episode, Anthony and John discuss the mainstream media's portrayal of the case and explore the truths that were overlooked. Mattingly, a decorated 21-year veteran, offers insights into his career, his upbringing in a pastor's home in the inner city, and his experiences dealing with crime and violence as a police officer.
The conversation delves into the events of the night Breonna Taylor lost her life, the ensuing fallout, and the impact on those involved. John Mattingly also opens up about his faith and how it has helped him navigate the aftermath of the incident.
Tune in for an eye-opening and riveting discussion that challenges the narratives surrounding this high-profile case, and hear Anthony's closing segment, "So Woke, It's Broke," along with a message of hope and truth.
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Ofc. Terrence Sutton Is Sentenced and Justice vs. Mercy
In this thought-provoking episode, Gary and Anthony tackle the pressing issue of juvenile crime in America. They explore the alarming cases of young offenders, including a 12-year-old car thief in Maryland and a tragic incident in Denver involving a juvenile shot during a car theft. The hosts delve into the root causes of juvenile delinquency, highlighting the impact of fatherless homes and societal failure to instill consequences.
The discussion also revisits the controversial case of Officer Terrence Sutton, who was charged with second-degree murder following a pursuit of a gang member in Washington, D.C. Despite his commendable service record, Sutton's conviction raises questions about the judicial system's treatment of law enforcement officers.
Throughout the episode, Gary and Anthony emphasize the importance of justice and consequences, drawing parallels to biblical truths. They argue that a shift in societal values, where justice is owed and mercy is given, is crucial for addressing both juvenile crime and broader criminal justice issues.
Tune in for an engaging and insightful conversation that challenges conventional views on crime, punishment, and the role of law enforcement in today's society.
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A Follow-Up On Ofc. Marquette's Case And Murder Charges Against Ofc. Christopher Schurr
Anthony and Gary got some recent pushback about their breakdown of the charges against Decatur PD Officer Marquette. Did they get it wrong? They discuss the rumors and peripheral issues surrounding this case. Plus they dissect murder charges against Grand Rapids PD Officer Christopher Schurr. Ofc. Schurr was faced with an assaultive suspect who took his taser and was forced to make the decision to use deadly force to protect himself from serious bodily injury or death. That decision led to him being charged with murder. It also caused him and his department to be lambasted by a group of pastors. They bring their expertise and thoughts to another case involving murder charges against a police officer.
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Butter Knife Protection, Abandoned Post, 30x30, and a Violent Foot Pursuit
In normal fashion this episode hits on several topics.
-Gary tells a story about using a butter knife as protection just in case a sociopath decided to try and kill him.
-A Secret Service agent allegedly left her post to nurse her baby which leads to discussion about concerning aspects about the 30x30 initiative. It sounds nice but is it really a good initiative for law enforcement?
-Anthony and Gary provide some context and expertise to a Chicago PD foot pursuit that ended violently. (https://www.chicagocopa.org/case/2024-0005768/)
Was it justified? Why is only some video made easily available? Does a bad outcome mean the use of force was excessive? They answer these questions and more.
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Evil Only Fights Truth, Attempted Assassination, and Secret Service DEI
On this episode of Lowe Expectations Anthony and Gary discuss how the evil of our day points to the truth and encourages their faith. They also discuss the controversial shortcomings being brought to light in the attempted assassination of Trump and the role DEI seems be playing in the Secret Service drift off mission.
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A Man Walks Into A Mall Wearing A Jesus Shirt
Gary and Anthony dipped into the archives for this episode. This episode was initially exclusively released to patrons in early 2023. In it Gary and Anthony discussed an interesting case involving a man, a mall, and a Jesus T-shirt. It's a thought provoking episode with conversation driven by 1st amendment issues, their duties as police officers, and their Christian faith.
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Booty Bumping, Saving A Brown Person, and Ben Crump
Welcome to Episode 13 of Lowe Expectations! Join Gary and Anthony as they dive into a whirlwind of topics that will have you laughing, cringing, and shaking your head. Have you ever accidentally hurt your child? The hosts share their own parenting mishaps that are both relatable and hilariously painful.
Next, they discuss a wild story from Portland, Oregon, where a well-meaning woman tries to "save" a man based solely on his skin color, leading to a cringeworthy and eye-opening conversation about modern-day bias.
And if you thought that was crazy, wait until you hear about "booty bumping"—the latest, and most bizarre, harm reduction strategy for drug users. The hosts break down what it is and why it's making headlines.
Finally, they analyze a recent officer-involved shooting in Fort Wayne, Indiana, dissecting the tactics and decisions made during the intense encounter and how Ben Crump is jumping into the fray as he represents the family of the deceased suspect.
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Diagnosing Time Blindness And FBI Marching For Pride
In this episode of Lowe Expectations, Anthony and Gary dive into the intriguing concept of "time blindness," a term that's recently surfaced as a cognitive condition. They discuss its implications, how it differs from laziness, and the societal obsession with diagnosing everything. AI wrote the last sentence...ultimately they destroy the idea of time blindness which actually appears to mean a lack of discipline.
The conversation extends to the role of law enforcement in social movements, particularly the participation of FBI agents in a pride parade. They analyze the potential erosion of public trust when police departments engage in social ideologies while in uniform.
Additionally, they touch on the shocking expenses of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's hair and makeup, totaling $30,000 in a year, and the ramifications of such expenditures on taxpayer trust.
Tune in for a critical and thought-provoking discussion on societal trends, law enforcement neutrality, and the importance of personal responsibility.
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Chicago Insanity By Justice Impacted Individuals
This episode features a mash-up of recent current events, many of which are out of Chicago/Illinois. They include spending money to change the term "offender" to "justice impacted individual", an accused attempted murderer given a government job, a victim charged for chasing down his own stolen truck, and fake robbery crews that are helping illegal immigrants get permanent residency.
In addition we talk hiking, Memorial Day, the very first Lowe Expectations Cornhole Invitational, and the DEA Agent who accidentally shot himself in a classroom several years ago.
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Is Law Enforcement Drifting Off Mission By Appeasing Evil
On this episode Gary and Anthony discuss the appeasement and pacification in law enforcement that is helping to drive mission drift in the profession. Anthony discusses when he first observed this happening in the early 2000's and how it has now led to law enforcement engaging in the appeasement and approval of evil.
To prove the point they provide examples. One example discussed is the Denver, Colorado migrant crisis and the other is the transgender law in CA that is moving males into female prisons. This is a hard hitting episode that we hope will motivate critical thinking and desire for truth. As usual Gary also has to talk about how he wants to cook a chicken and they provide a public service announcement on old man ear hair to keep some levity in the midst of some heavy topics.
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Are Some DA's Waging War on Cops?
There is an ongoing war on cops happening on the streets of this country. But there is also a war being waged by SOME District Attorney's against officer who are simply doing their job. In this episode Gary and Anthony highlight cases in Alameda, CA and Washington DC where cops are being charged and convicted for simply doing their jobs. In fact the DA in Alameda County (Pamela Price) is opening up cases on officer involved shooting deaths as far back as 2007 that have already been cleared and labeled as justified by her predecessors. Gary and Anthony discuss how officers are facing pressure from numerous fronts and how it is affecting the ability for agencies to retain and hire officers. This is highlighted by recent exit interviews from Seattle PD officers. They talk about the overwhelming need for strong servant leadership and offer encouragement and hope for officers facing unprecedented dark days within the profession.
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The Dexter Reed Shooting
Anthony and Gary break down the recent Chicago PD officer involved shooting of Dexter Reed. Dexter Reed shot at police, shooting and wounding one of them before being shot and killed by officers. How can a shooting like this be controversial? Gary and Anthony discuss the fact that those who hate the police constantly try and invent narratives to curb them from doing their job. In this case they can't claim racism and the suspect wasn't unarmed so the reason for the stop is being called into question. What happened during the incident? What is a pretext stop? What is COPA and how are they involved? Anthony and Gary dive into all of this and more during this episode.
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A Drunk Chief, El Paso OIS, and CPD Race Lawsuit
On this episode of Lowe Expectations Gary and Anthony descend into their normal ridiculousness throughout the episode talking about languages studied but unknown, cleanliness, family photos on social media, and demands to dress a certain way for weddings.
However, the main topics include a drunk chief interfering at an accident scene, a complex officer involved shooting in El Paso, and a CPD officer who is suing to change his race. Gary and Anthony break down the details and provide their insights and opinions on each topic.
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