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Tennessee Underground

660 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratings

Media and law enforcement experts combine to discuss contemporary law enforcement issues, ongoing investigations, and cold cases.

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Episodes

CHIEF BOBBY SELLERS, MILAN TN. P.D.

February 20, 2024 01:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Chief Sellers talks about recent cases as well as the state of law enforcement with Jim Leach and Brad McCoy. To find Jim Leach's books visit Amazon Books or "booksbyleach.com" 

DAVID "SHANE" YOUNG

November 19, 2023 00:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MB

Davis Shane Young visits Jim Leach and recounts a great, true-life story of overcoming addiction.  You must hear this. It's a heartwarming account of the man who lived it. Christmas is the time for uplifting and inspiring stories.  Listen to David Shane tell his story. Merry Christmas! Try Jim Leach's new podcast, "Police Perspectives" at Apple Podcasts Mr. Leach's books can be found at www.booksbyleach.com

ROMANS, CHAPTER 2 SUMMARY

November 02, 2023 11:00 - 2 minutes - 2.09 MB

POLICE PERSPECTIVE

October 16, 2023 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.38 MB

Cases, Issues, Insight

CHAPTER 2, JOHN

October 16, 2023 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.68 MB

The Lord's instructions in the book of John

Chapter 2, Episode 2, Mark & Luke

October 10, 2023 00:00 - 3 minutes - 2.56 MB

CH. 2 MATTHEW

September 30, 2023 17:00 - 3 minutes - 2.32 MB

CHAPTER ONE REVIEW

September 10, 2023 22:00 - 4 minutes - 3.35 MB

GARY AZBILL, RETIRED TBI SPECIAL AGENT

September 10, 2023 22:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

Gary joined Steve Bowers and me (Jim Leach) years ago to discuss the problem of illegal drugs. S/A Azbill brings a broad range of experience in narcotics investigations to the table. It s interesting to listen to our discussion in 2016 and compare it to what we see now. Sadly, Gary passed on. We lost a great officer and an even greater friend. RIP brother. If you enjoy real-life law enforcement discussions, check out Jim Leach's new podcast, Police Perspectives, available on Apple Podcasts. 

JUDE & REVELATION

September 04, 2023 17:00 - 4 minutes - 2.9 MB

1&2 PETER, 1,2,3 JOHN

August 29, 2023 04:00 - 3 minutes - 2.4 MB

TITUS, PHILEMON, HEBREWS, JAMES

August 24, 2023 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.3 MB

RETIRED TBI SPECIAL AGENT ROGER WOOD

August 20, 2023 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Police Perspectives by Jim Leach is now available on Apple Podcasts!

FORMER U.S. MARSHAL JEFF HOLT

August 19, 2023 17:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Prior to serving as United States Marshal for the Western District of Tennessee, Marshal Holt was the Sheriff of Dyer County, Chief of Police in Bolivar Tn., Head Investigator for the Fayette County Sheriff's Department, and Tennessee State Trooper. He and Jim Leach began their law enforcement careers as well as a life long friendship, working as patrol officers at Safety & Security, UT Martin. 

FIRST & SECOND TIMOTHY

August 19, 2023 01:00 - 3 minutes - 2.67 MB

1&2 THESSALONIANS

August 14, 2023 02:00 - 2 minutes - 1.93 MB

JIM MEDLIN 8/13/23

August 14, 2023 02:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

Former THP/CID Investigator Jim Medlin joins The Investigator to talk about various police issues. Mr. Medlin is a nationally known expert in auto theft investigations. You can find Jim Leach's books at www.booksbyleach.com Coming soon a new podcast from The Investigator. Police Perspectives will bring about discussion of all kinds of law enforcement cases. Come and join us!

COLOSSIANS

August 08, 2023 23:00 - 2 minutes - 1.97 MB

PHILIPIANS

August 07, 2023 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.23 MB

EPHESIANS

July 21, 2023 17:00 - 2 minutes - 1.55 MB

GALATIANS 7/19/23

July 19, 2023 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.23 MB

DIRECTOR RANDY COYNE 26th Judicial District Drug Task Force 7/19/23

July 19, 2023 23:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MB

Coming 8/1/23. Police Perspectives! Check out www.booksbyleach.com

2 CORINTHIANS 7-11-23

July 11, 2023 23:00 - 3 minutes - 2.2 MB

FIRST CORINTHIANS

June 26, 2023 12:00 - 3 minutes - 2.59 MB

Former AUSA JERRY KITCHENS 6-26-23

June 26, 2023 12:00 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MB

General Kitchens worked with the FBI in Washington, the TBI all over the state, and as one of the most respected prosecutors in the U.S. Attorney General's office. 

SHERIFF BILLY GARRETT 6/17/23

June 18, 2023 22:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB

Haywood County, Tennessee Sheriff Billy Garrett shares his knowledge and experience gained from a lengthy career with the Memphis Police Department and as the Haywood County Sheriff. Enjoy this entertaining and enlightening interview!

THE BOOK OF ROMANS 6/11/23

June 11, 2023 23:00 - 4 minutes - 2.9 MB

WHO WERE THE APOSTLES? 6/6/23

June 06, 2023 22:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MB

CHAPTER TWO THE BOOK OF ACTS 5/29/23

May 29, 2023 22:00 - 7 minutes - 5.1 MB

THE GOSPELS PART ONE

May 14, 2023 13:00 - 7 minutes - 5.19 MB

Here are some things Jesus told us NOT to do

"a beginner's bible study" Introduction 5-9-23

May 09, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.74 MB

LARRY D. ANTHONY, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE 4/18/23

April 18, 2023 22:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Dr. Larry Anthony, PH.D. is not only an experienced law enforcement professional, but he is also an accomplished researcher and professor in many facets of criminal justice. He retired as a Captain with the Memphis Police Department, served as an Intelligence Analyst for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, and is currently an Assistant Professor in Criminal Justice for Liberty University. Listen and learn as this accomplished expert shares his views. Coming soon, "Police Perspectives" Po...

JACK BLACKWELL TBI/SAC 4/14/23

April 14, 2023 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MB

Jack Blackwell was a legend in law enforcement circles. His son Donny Blackwell followed in his footsteps, retiring as the leader of the Violent Crimes & Drug Enforcement Task Force.  SAC Blackwell also broke Jim Leach into the investigative business and was Leach's boss and mentor for many years. Listen as Donny and Jimmie swap stories and memories about Mr. Blackwell.  Coming soon, "Police Perceptions" by Jim Leach Check out "booksbyleach.com" 

TROY KLYCE

March 09, 2023 17:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MB

 Troy Klyce has served the people as Sheriff of Crockett County, Tennessee for twenty-four years. He was elected as President of the Tennessee Sheriffs Association. Listen to the Sheriff's views on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice. New Podcast Coming Soon, "A Police Perspective". Check out "booksbyleach.com"

DANNY WRIGHT

March 09, 2023 17:00 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MB

AFRICAN AMERICAN PIONEERS IN POLICE WORK 3/8/23

March 09, 2023 16:00 - 14 minutes - 9.75 MB

These are some of the first African American law enforcement in Tennessee. Each one shares his story with The Investigator, Jim Leach. Coming Soon!  "A Police Perspective" Check out - "booksbyleach.com"

CLAUDE I. JOHNSON 2/18/23

February 18, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Retired  Assistant TBI  Director Claude Johnson was the first African American State Trooper in Tennessee and the Southeastern United States. He was also the first Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Special Agent of color.  Listen as Claude shares his decades of law enforcement experience with  Gary Azbill, Aaron Chism, and Jim Leach.  This is truly a memorable conversation.  To see all of Mr. Leach's books, go to " booksbyleach,com " 

FORMER CHIEF J.D. SANDERS 2/18/23

February 18, 2023 19:00 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MB

Chief Sanders served in three southern states in his career.  You will enjoy his insight and candid comments! Coming soon! A different podcast experience called "A Police Perspective by Jim Leach."

THE "KEEP NINE" AMENDMENT

February 01, 2023 18:00 - 4 minutes - 3.2 MB

"TRAGEDY IN MEMPHIS", COMMENTS BY BOWERS & LEACH 1/31/23

February 01, 2023 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Steve Bowers and Jim Leach discuss several issues surrounding the murder of Tyre Nichols and the arrest of five former Memphis police officers for the crime. Visit our website, tugnews.com, for more podcasts and blogs by Bowers and Leach and other noted experts speaking to Criminal Justice, Politics, and much more. A new podcast coming soon! "A Police Perspective" tells it like it is!

U.S. MARSHALL DAVID JOLLEY

January 30, 2023 23:00 - 54 minutes - 25.1 MB

Marshall Jolley began his law enforcement career as a Special Agent with the TBI. He later became the U.S. Marshall for the Western District of Tennessee, and now serves as the U.S. Marshall for the Eastern District of Tennessee.  Get ready for a new podcast experience. "A Police Perception" by Jim Leach is coming soon!

THP MAJOR CHERYL SANDERS

January 30, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MB

Major Sanders worked her way up through the ranks of the Tennessee Highway Patrol, becoming the first female to achieve the rank of Major in the Enforcement Division.   Coming soon!  "A Police Perspective" by Jim Leach

JAMES B. "JIMBO" WEBB VISITS THE INVESTIGATOR

December 24, 2022 18:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Jimbo Webb presents a unique view of the Criminal Justice System. During the span of a 40 year career, he has served as a defense attorney, a prosecutor, and a judge. Join us as he shares his thoughts with Jim Leach.

BOBBIE ROGERS JOINS THE INVESTIGATOR

December 24, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MB

Retired Special Agent 3 and Team Leader with the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission draws on decades of successful law enforcement experience and he shares his police expertise with Jim Leach.

JEREMY CROCKER, FORENSIC LOCKSMITH

June 24, 2022 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

Mr. Crocker owns and manages Crocker's Locksmith, West Tennessee's leading locksmith service. He is a certified Forensic Locksmith and trains locksmiths nationwide. Jeremy visits The Investigator to discuss the best ways to protect your home and vehicles. You do not want to miss their candid conversation about children and vehicular heatstroke. What you can learn from  Jeremy could save a child's life. Jeremy Crocker can be reached at Crocker's Locksmith.com. You can find Jim Leach's guide...

ROGER FISHER, CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROFESSOR AND FORMER FBI S/A

June 20, 2022 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

The Investigator, Jim Leach, visits with his college professor Roger Fisher.  Prior to his 30-year career teaching Criminal Justice, Mr. Fisher served as a Special Agent in J. Edgar Hoover's FBI. If you enjoy law enforcement programs, you will really like this episode! You can find Jim Leach's latest work, " Murder's a Tough Business, The Pursuit of True Evil", along with his other excellent law enforcement books at Amazon.com  

CRIME-1-1: THE ALABAMA ESCAPES 6/13/22

June 13, 2022 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MB

Jim Leach (The Investigator) and "True Crime Junkie", Chuck Walker, discuss the escape of convicted inmate Casey White and his cohort jailer Vicky White. Listen as Chuck and Jim cut through the hype and get down to the REAL DEAL! Mr. Leach is the author of "Murder's A Tough Business, The Pursuit of True Evil"  which is available at Amazon.com 

Jackson Murderer Arrested, Alabama Escapee Caught, Missouri Nurse Indicted for Murder, and MORE!

May 12, 2022 19:00 - 10 minutes - 7.12 MB

Steve Bowers and Jim Leach enjoy their weekly update on current issues in Criminal Justice (5/12/22)

Bob Ney: Ohio Primary - An Indicator? Supreme Court Fires Up Democrats - Will That Work? 2022 What Are the Issues?

May 06, 2022 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

News Analysis May 6, 2022    Guest: Bob Ney   Host: Steve Bowers     Source: Blue Suede Forever Radio Show    Length:  19:08  

Tom Squitieri: After the Supeme Court Leak! Tactic Change in Ukraine & More

May 05, 2022 16:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

Topic: From the Pentagon May 5, 2022    Guest: Tom Squitieri - Pentagon Correspondent   Host: Steve Bowers    Source: Blue Suede Forever Radio Show   Length: 17:57