In the Line of Fire with Gary Dillon

May 10 2024
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This podcast will share insights into the lives of public safety professionals who play a crucial role in society, often putting their own lives on the line to ensure the safety and well-being of their communities.
 Throughout the series, I'm sure you'll discover unique stories and motivations from each guest who bring their perspective and experiences to showcase the various reasons why they commit their lives to protecting others. I look forward to hearing these inspiring stories and learning more about the incredible work these individuals do.

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2024-10 - Dana Schrad - Va. Association of Chiefs of Police

May 10 2024 46 mins  
I'm interviewing Dana Schrad, the Executive Director of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. Dana has been in this role for many years. We'll talk about her start in media communications, her work with the Virginia Crime Commission and the good work that she does for Virginia law enforcement.

2024-09 - Cyber Security with VRSA's Karen Inman

Apr 26 2024 49 mins  
Karen Inman from VRSA discusses cyber security, newest trends criminals are using to steal your information, and helpful tips to avoid being a victim of a phishing attack.

2024-08 - Chief Amanda Behan, Winchester (VA) Police Dept.

Apr 12 2024 52 mins  
In this episode, I am interviewing Chief Amanda Behan, Chief of the City of Winchester Police Department. We'll talk about her early interest in policing, her path to chief, and some of the innovative programs she's initiated in Winchester.

2024-07 - Ronald Kessler, NY Times Best Selling Author & former Washington Post investigative reporter

Mar 29 2024 62 mins  
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2024-06 - Friend of the Family - Edgar Robb (FBI, Ret.) - Part 2

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Mar 01 2024 28 mins  
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Feb 16 2024 50 mins  
In this episode, I speak with Chief Tim Longo about his career and passion for law enforcement.

2024-03 - Elsie Mae Roane - Unidentified Remains, DNA, and an Exhumation

Feb 02 2024 48 mins  
Retired Chief Bobby Mawyer and I continue our discussion about the three suspects developed in Elsie Mae's disappearance, the discovery of skeletal remains in the early 1970's, and an exhumation to extract DNA to test against those remains and other potential items related to Elsie Mae. Do you have a tip or a suggestion to help with this investigation? Please send me a me

2024-02 - Chief Dan Eggleston (Albemarle County Fire-Rescue, Virginia)

Jan 19 2024 45 mins  
In this episode, I'm interviewing Albemarle County (VA) Fire Rescue Chief Dan Eggleston. We discuss many topics including his early start in volunteer fire service, his path to chief of a combination career/volunteer system, service as President of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), and what's next for the fire service.

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Jan 05 2024 50 mins  
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