No Ops Podcast
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsThe podcast where the opposition is the topic, but the resolution is the focus.
A refreshing multi-faceted platform where the inspirational stories and experiences of Black and Brown people can be highlighted while cultivating change in our communities.
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Episodes
Black Lives Matter
June 11, 2020 13:29 - 2 hours - 170 MBWe have experienced a great deal of pain since the last time we sat down in the studio to record an episode. A lot has changed in the world, from the COVID-19 pandemic to the blatant RACISM pandemic, to the death of George Floyd. No Ops Podcast asks that once you listen to any of their episodes, you share and comment as this helps the platform reach a larger audience. Another way to help them bring awareness is by showing your support via this link: https://anchor.fm/no-ops-podcast/support...
Irvington: Let's talk about it
April 09, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 201 MBTwo boys raised in the same neighborhood, yet chose different paths. One remained and decided to go through the trenches with his city while the other focused on working out what was best for himself and later re-appearing with new insight. Both are passionately frustrated with the crime happening in their small town. So, can they set aside their differences in order to cultivate change? No Ops Podcast asks that once you listen to any of their episodes, you share and comment as this helps t...
School of The Hard Knocks w/ John Day (Part 2)
April 02, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBRetired State Police Detective Lieutenant , John Day, brings us an uncut biographical playback on his life. Born and raised in Trenton, NJ - John is definitely a graduate of 'The School of Hard Knocks'. Giving us a powerful gut punch not even 10 minutes into our interview; we knew we were in for a ride. No Ops Podcast asks that once you listen to any of their episodes, you share and comment as this helps the platform reach a larger audience. Another way to help them bring awareness is by show...
School of The Hard Knocks w/ John Day (Retired State Police Detective Lieutenant)- Part 1
March 26, 2020 13:00 - 55 minutes - 128 MBRetired State Police Detective Lieutenant, John Day, brings us an uncut biographical playback on his life. Born and raised in Trenton, NJ - John is definitely a graduate of 'The School of Hard Knocks'. Giving us a powerful gut punch not even 10 minutes into our interview; we knew we were in for a ride. No Ops Podcast asks that once you listen to any of their episodes, you share and comment as this helps the platform reach a larger audience. Another way to help them bring awareness is by show...
Who is Detective Andres Lebron ( Part 2 )
March 19, 2020 13:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MBWho is Detective Andres Lebron? Since the first time Detective Andres Lebron entered our studio, he brought fire to topics most officers would be afraid to speak on. From the streets of the Bronx, NY to the battlefields and back to fighting crime in NJ... Detective Lebron has shown us that being honest and upright is all we ever really need in our community. No Ops Podcast asks that once you listen to any of their episodes, you share and comment as this helps the platform reach a larger au...
Who is Detective Andres Lebron ( Part 1 )
March 12, 2020 13:00 - 51 minutes - 118 MBWho is Detective Andres Lebron? Since the first time Detective Andres Lebron entered our studio, he brought fire to topics most officers would be afraid to speak on. From the streets of the Bronx, NY to the battlefields and back to fighting crime in NJ... Detective Lebron has shown us that being honest and upright is all we ever really need in our community. No Ops Podcast asks that once you listen to any of their episodes, you share and comment as this helps the platform reach a larger au...
Everything No Ops
March 05, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 167 MBIn this episode, you'll hear a casual conversation between Elijah and Nyeesha on Everything No Ops. During "Meet The Hosts" they both touch on the topic of 'Why No Ops Started', but now it's time to hear where No Ops Podcast plans to go. This is probably one of many episodes where you'll get to witness their organic relationship even with all its discrepancies and double-sided opinions. No Ops Podcast asks that once you listen to any of their episodes, you share and comment as this helps t...
The Roundtable (Part 2)
January 16, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBAs we prepare to close up Season 3, we sit down with a couple of our podcast listeners to hear their thoughts on our past episodes, what's happening in our community, and what they think about our 'tiny space". Take a listen as Officers Edward Pearce & Andres Lebron brings us into their world with their unfiltered, no-nonsense candor. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
The Roundtable (Part 1)
January 09, 2020 15:41 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBAs we prepare to close up Season 3, we sit down with a couple of our podcast listeners to hear their thoughts on our past episodes, what's happening in our community, and what they think about our 'tiny space". Take a listen as Officers Edward Pearce & Andres Lebron brings us into their world with their unfiltered, no-nonsense candor. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
When the odds were against me: Brian Snyder (Part 2)
January 02, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBWe met Brian during our debut photo shoot. After posting a casting call looking for men in our community, who were willing to stand alongside our officers, for the sake of solidarity; Brian reached out to our surprise. During the photo shoot, we heard snippets of Brian's story and knew that it was imperative for him to stop by the studio. . . . Sit back and listen closely as Brian takes us to a place where most men wouldn't dare to go. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti...
When the odds were against me: Brian Snyder (Part 1)
December 26, 2019 18:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBWe met Brian during our debut photo shoot. After posting a casting call looking for men in our community, who were willing to stand alongside our officers, for the sake of solidarity; Brian reached out to our surprise. During the photo shoot, we heard snippets of Brian's story and knew that it was imperative for him to stop by the studio. . . . Sit back and listen closely as Brian takes us to a place where most men wouldn't dare to go. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti...
Say His Name: Jonathan Parham (Part 2)
December 19, 2019 18:00 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBJonathan Parham, attended the American Military University in Charles Town, West Virginia and Richard Stockton College of NJ. He is a recipient of numerous honors and awards, including: Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Resolution, a Letter of Commendation from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, a Letter of Commendation from the Union County Prosecutors Office, a Community Service Award from Acacia Lodge #23, a Service Award from Cop 2 Cop, and a Service Award from the National Allia...
Say His Name: Jonathan Parham (Part 1)
December 12, 2019 18:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBJonathan Parham, attended the American Military University in Charles Town, West Virginia and Richard Stockton College of NJ. He is a recipient of numerous honors and awards including: Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders Resolution, a Letter of Commendation from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, a Letter of Commendation from the Union County Prosecutors Office, a Community Service Award from Acacia Lodge #23, a Service Award from Cop 2 Cop, and a Service Award from the National Allian...
Going to Jail, as a Cop: Part 2
December 05, 2019 18:00 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MBBrandis Puryear has a story to tell and by the looks of things, it's a pretty interesting story. We tend to hear from many people how the justice system is un-just, but have you actually sat down and listened to a Cop tell their story about the moment they became an inmate? What about the moment they were released from jail and is now currently working tirelessly to protect and serve their community, even after everything? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 28, 2019 18:00 - 2 minutes - 2.14 MBTake a listen and hear some amazing people highlighted on this thankful day. It is because of the listeners. The followers. The family and the friends that support No Ops Podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Going to Jail, as a Cop (Part 1)
November 21, 2019 18:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBBrandis Puryear has a story to tell and by the looks of things, it's a pretty interesting story. We tend to hear from many people how the justice system is un-just, but have you actually sat down and listened to a Cop tell their story about the moment they became an inmate? What about the moment they were released from jail and is now currently working tirelessly to protect and serve their community, even after everything? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho...
Our Black Story: The life of a woman Captain (Part 2)
October 03, 2019 17:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBAmanda Koontz is a Law Enforcement and Security Officer Instructor specializing in SORA, Internal Affairs, De-Escalation Implicit, Explicit biases and Domestic Violence. 😳 . . Presently, Amanda is teaching entry-level law enforcement prep course, actively involved in the American Legion (Veteran's Organization), National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives and The Auxiliary Police Program. . . . . Listen in to hear how she managed to accomplish so much, no matter the adversit...
Our Black Story: The life of a woman Captain (Part 1)
September 25, 2019 17:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBAmanda Koontz is a Law Enforcement and Security Officer Instructor specializing in SORA, Internal Affairs, De-Escalation Implicit, Explicit biases and Domestic Violence. 😳 . . Presently, Amanda is teaching entry-level law enforcement prep course, actively involved in the American Legion (Veteran's Organization), National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives and The Auxiliary Police Program. . . . . Listen in to hear how she managed to accomplish so much, no matter the adversit...
Newark: A Public Service Announcement
September 19, 2019 17:00 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBNewark, also known as “Brick City” is the most populous city in the U.S state of New Jersey and the seat of Essex County. Although holding the title as one of the nation's major air, shipping, and rail hubs; the city holds a bad reputation by some residents of over 282,090 and many other surrounding states. In this episode we speak with LaMonica McIver about the steps taken to bring Newark’s reputation back. . . @LamonicaMcIver was elected in 2018, and has already made history as the younge...
Crescent Lane: A Message from Us (Part 2)
September 12, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThere are sections within certain communities that are forgotten. Their voices are stripped, their homes are infested with drugs and their idea of protection doesn't come from the hands of police. Listen in to hear "Slope" give details about his run-ins with law enforcement and how he believes corruption always enters his community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Crescent Lane: A Message from Us (Part 1)
September 05, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBThere are sections within certain communities that are forgotten. Their voices are stripped, their homes are infested with drugs and their idea of protection doesn't come from the hands of police. Listen in to hear "Slope" give details about his run-ins with law enforcement and how he believes corruption always enters his community. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Gang Talk: My Life but Not My Story (Part 2)
August 29, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBVince is an official scholar of the "School of Hard Knocks". He gives us detailed insight on how life for him was growing up in the urban community. His story doesn't end there. Listen in on where he gets his next degree. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Gang Talk: My Life but Not My Story (Part 1)
August 22, 2019 17:00 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBVince is an official scholar of the "School of Hard Knocks". He gives us detailed insight on how life for him was growing up in the urban community. His story doesn't end there. Listen in on where he gets his next degree. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
African 2 American Dream: Part 2
August 15, 2019 17:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBBorn and Partially raised in Ghana, Africa., Addo brings a new spin on policing, corruption, and racism as an African man now living in Unites States. . . . We hope you're sharing Part 2 as well. :-) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
African 2 American Dream
August 08, 2019 17:00 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBBorn and Partially raised in Ghana, Africa., Addo brings a new spin on policing, corruption, and racism as an African man now living in the United States. . . . We look forward to sharing this story with you and hope that you'll find the time to share this story with others. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Our Black Mirror
July 18, 2019 17:00 - 46 seconds - 732 KBThank You's, What to Expect, & Shout Outs ...Our closing Episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Women in Law Enforcement (Part 2)
July 11, 2019 17:00 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBAccording to Bureau of Justice Statistics, women account for less than 15 percent of local police officers and only 3 percent of local police chiefs. Today's guest, Tifany Charles, comes in to talk gender roles, debunk myths, and share a few jokes about being a woman in a male dominated space. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Women in Law Enforcement (Part 1)
June 27, 2019 17:00 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBAccording to Bureau of Justice Statistics, women account for less than 15 percent of local police officers and only 3 percent of local police chiefs. Today's guest, Tifany Charles, comes in to talk gender roles, debunk myths, and share a few jokes about being a woman in a male dominated space. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
The Hood Speaks (Part 2)
June 20, 2019 17:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBLashawn "Suga Ray" Marston is a well known activist and city leader from Queensbrdige Projects in Queens, NY. He comes on set to re-tell his stories of how as he grew up in his community, he would witness cops harassing the residents, stopping and friskng and taunting them. Now "Suga Ray" speaks for his community, stand up against injustices and most importantly focuses on how to better himself so he can continue to show up where it matters the most. --- Send in a voice message: https://po...
The Hood Speaks (Part 1)
June 13, 2019 16:55 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBLashawn "Suga Ray" Marston is a well known activist and city leader from Queensbrdige Projects in Queens, NY. He comes on set to re-tell his stories of how as he grew up in his community, he would witness cops harassing the residents, stopping and friskng and taunting them. Now "Suga Ray" speaks for his community, stand up against injustices and most importantly focuses on how to better himself so he can continue to show up where it matters the most. --- Send in a voice message: https://po...
Black Men: Navigating through their truth (Part 2)
June 06, 2019 16:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBToday we sit down with two black men (father & son) and talk about PTSD, Triggers, and Community Responsibility. There are many times when we scream "we want change", but at what cost? Are we all willing to hold ourselves accountable? Is our community too afraid to open up? Are we even aware of the signs of self-care depletion? We talk about it all. The Resolution Presents Itself --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Black Men: Navigating through their truth (Part 1)
May 29, 2019 14:17 - 56 minutes - 52 MBToday we sit down with two black men (father & son) and talk about PTSD, Triggers, and Community Responsibility. There are many times when we scream "we want change", but at what cost? Are we all willing to hold ourselves accuntable? Is our community too afraid to open up? Are we even aware of the signs of self-care depletion? We talk about it all. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Meet the Hosts (Part 1)
May 08, 2019 20:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBEJ & NY introduce themselves the best way they know how... with comfort. As they sit back with a few drinks they both acknowledge one anothers skills, experiences, and travel down memory lane. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
Meet the Hosts (Part 2)
May 08, 2019 20:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBElijah & NY continue the conversation over more laughs, new understandings, and the talk on preparing the open the platform up for guests. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message
No Ops Trailer
May 01, 2019 15:01 - 54 seconds - 847 KBThe anticipation to share the inspirational stories and experiences of Black & Brown people really touches @NyeeshaD. You can hear the emotion felt when speaking on creating a platform for all listeners, but especially the black and brown community in this trailer. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/no-ops-podcast/message