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Real American Blue - Because Not Everything Is Black & White

Real American Blue is a Video Podcast to discuss the current trends, issues and everything else involving today’s Law Enforcement Community. Your host, Robert “Curly” Flanagan is a retired Arizona Law Enforcement Officer. Curly has 27 years in Law Enforcement, 23 plus years with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office retiring as a sergeant, moving on to Arizona Department of Transportation enforcing Commercial Vehicle Laws. During his time with MCSO, he was a Patrol Deputy, a Detective for 16 years working all types of cases like Burglaries, Robberies, Fraud, Sex Crimes, and specialized in Auto Theft Cases. He was promoted to Patrol Sergeant two years prior to retirement. The show will bring forward guests who range from Politicians, Victims, Law Enforcement Officials, and even an occasional “Bad Guy”

From the Front Lines to the Microphone: Real Insight with Rich Bricklin.

Rich Bricklin joins the show with over 25 years of public safety experience, including 18 years in patrol with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. A former Deputy of the Year and multi-time Life Saving award recipient, Bricklin served in the Criminal Intelligence Division's Counter Terrorism Unit and was a long-time member of the Hostage/Crisis Negotiations Unit. His diverse background includes working as a district detective, community relations officer, and a training instructor for verbal de-escalation and hostage procedures. Additionally, he holds advanced certifications in threat assessment and crime prevention. Prior to his law enforcement career, Bricklin spent eight years as a truck engineer and wildland firefighter for the Rural Metro Fire Department. He retired in late 2024 after a highly decorated 34-year sworn career protecting life and property.

Upcoming Shows and Events

September 6, 2026 - 3:00 PM EST

Dr Laura Fulginiti, PhD, Forensic Anthropologist Live Stream

Board-certified forensic anthropologist Dr. Fulginiti has 35+ years in the medical examiner system, served as AAFS President, & offers expert testimony.

MST

Fueled by the Fallen Live Stream

Founded by actor Kevyn Major Howard, Fueled By The Fallen honors military, police, & 9/11 heroes through tribute car displays to Never Forget.

September 10, 2026 - 3:00 PM MST

Longhorn Paranormal with Jenn Stoller Live Stream

Longhorn Paranormal (est. 2005) uses tech, history & intuition to explore hauntings & high-strangeness law enforcement encounters with ghosts, UFOs & Bigfoot.

September 13, 2026 - 3:00 PM MST

Arizona Governor Race: Teri Ann Hourihan and Angela Harrolle Mohan No Labels Party

Teri Ann Hourihan and Angela Harrolle Mohan for Arizona Governor and Lieutenant Governor No Labels Party. After winning her primary, Teri Ann has made inroads for her run. Considered a "Spoiler" she has gained ground traveling around the state meeting people.

September 28, 2026 - 12:00 AM PST

2026 National Law Enforcement Survival Summit to be held September 28-30, 2026, in Las Vegas, Nevada at the Palace Station Hotel & Casino!

Hosted by The Wounded Blue, the National Law Enforcement Survival Summit supports active and injured LEOs and families with education, connection, and healing.

Flock Camera's Move Over, Here Comes SignalTrace

Leonardo's SignalTrace pairs license plate readers with sensors to track Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and RFID pings from phones and devices inside cars.

--Robert Curly Flanagan

The World of Online Harassment

Online targeting and free speech create complex legal and operational challenges at the intersection of modern technology and Arizona's First Amendment limits.

--Robert Curly Flanagan

My Opinion on Flock Cameras

Flock cameras don't prevent crime—they help solve it. Surveillance is already everywhere; if privacy is your concern, advocate for laws to protect your data.

- Robert Curly Flanagan

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