Parents of Murdered Children

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 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.

October 4, 2026 - 3:00 PM MST

Historic Pony Express Ride/Garry Cooper

Garry Cooper, Maricopa County Posse for over 28 years, A Detention Officer for MCSO, Scottdale Jaycees, 40 years with the Scottsdale Parada Del Sol Rodeo, in 2001 He became a Pony Express Rider up until 2011. Arizona History at its best

October 11, 2026 - 3:00 PM MST

Honor Flight

Honor Flight honors veterans with trips to national memorials, envisioning a nation where all veterans receive the gratitude, respect, and support they deserve.

October 18, 2026 - 3:00 PM MST

Gunsite Academy, a premier firearms training facility

Gunsite, a premier firearms training facility for military and law enforcement.

Parents of Murdered Children

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Real American Blue Talks

The National Organization of Parents Of Murdered Children makes the difference through ongoing emotional support, education, prevention, advocacy, and awareness. To provide support and assistance to all survivors of homicide victims while working to create a world free of murder. Parents Of Murdered Children, Inc. was founded by Robert and Charlotte Hullinger in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1978 after the murder of their 19-year-old daughter, Lisa, by a former boyfriend…