222: Part 2: Katarina Szulc – Follow the money – How cartels stay rich 💰
In this explosive episode, Murph continues his discussion with investigative journalist Katarina Szulc to uncover one of the most powerful tools in the fight against organized crime — following the money.
Katarina dives deep into how targeting financial pipelines has become a crucial strategy in dismantling the power of violent cartels, focusing on CJNG’s operations within the United States. She reveals how money laundering, shell companies, and cross-border financial networks allow criminal organizations to grow stronger, and why cutting off those resources is often more effective than arresting foot soldiers.
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222: Part 1: Katarina Szulc – Inside Mexico's criminal underworld with a freelance journalist 🔥
In this gripping episode, Murph sits down with freelance journalist Katarina Szulc, whose fearless reporting has taken her deep into the heart of Mexico’s criminal underworld. From exposing organized crime to uncovering the harrowing realities of human trafficking, Katarina’s work shines a light on some of the darkest corners of our world.
She shares how her passion for storytelling began, the dangers of reporting in hostile environments, and the emotional toll of documenting crimes that few dare to confront. Katarina opens up about the power of integrity in journalism, the moral conflicts of covering corruption, and the courage it takes to stay true to the truth—no matter the cost.
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221: Part 2: Randy Wagner – An inside look at the global drug war 🔥
Murph continues talking with Randy Wagner about building trust with local law enforcement partners to leading complex investigations overseas. Randy’s stories reveal the grit, intelligence, and courage behind the badge. His time in Turkey offers a rare look at how cultural immersion and international cooperation drive successful operations — and how accountability within law enforcement keeps integrity strong.
The conversation also explores the shocking shift in Afghanistan’s drug trade, where poppy fields are being replaced by meth labs. Randy exposes the motivations, misconceptions, and global ripple effects of this transformation — a chilling reminder of how fast organized crime adapts.
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221: Part 1: Randy Wagner – From a local cop to DEA legend operating around the world 🇺🇸
Murph sits down with Randy Wagner, a veteran law enforcement professional whose journey from a local police officer to DEA Special Agent is filled with grit, humor, and heart.
Randy opens up about the real challenges behind the badge, sharing unforgettable moments from the streets to federal operations. You’ll hear hilarious stories from the criminal underworld, lessons from undercover life, and candid reflections on what it truly takes to protect and serve.
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220: Part 2: Britnie Turner – Fighting human traffickers AND cancer – can you say hero?!?
In this powerful episode, Britnie Turner shares her extraordinary journey of courage, purpose, and transformation. As the co-founder of Aerial Recovery, Britnie has dedicated her life to rescuing victims of human trafficking, rebuilding devastated communities, and restoring hope where it’s been lost.
From her early days as a driven entrepreneur to leading global humanitarian missions, Britnie reveals how faith, resilience, and family support became the foundation of her calling. She discusses her vision for creating healing spaces for survivors, her team’s relentless efforts on the front lines of disaster zones, and the collaboration required to fight the dark world of human trafficking.
Host Steve "Murph" Murphy (retired DEA Agent, featured in NARCOS on Netflix) takes you inside the most intense and fascinating true crime stories in the world. Real life tales from the most notorious cases everyone knows and some you've probably never heard of (until now) from those who broke the law and those who were sworn to enforce it. Murph asks the questions and gets into the true stories from the real life players in the biggest, baddest, most dangerous game of all -- the Game of Crimes.
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