Bonus Episode: Inside the Badge: Tom Smith's Journey from NYPD to National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame

Today, we are interviewing a retired NYPD detective Tom Smith. He shares insights from his law enforcement career, including his work with the Joint Terrorism Task Force and narcotics. Tom highlights the challenges of managing CIs and recounts experiences in Afghanistan. He also discusses a case where he helped prevent a school shooting and emphasizes the importance of situational awareness. We also talk about about his podcast, Gold Shields, where you can learn more about his experiences and insights.Tom's Podcast: https://thegoldshieldshow.com/For Exclusive Insights and Behind-the-Scenes Content, Become a Patron!Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining our Patreon community at patreon.com/HousewivesOfTrueCrime, or at podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/housewives-of-true-crime.Dive deeper into the intriguing world of true crime with us!Show Your True Crime Passion with Our Exclusive Merchandise!Visit https://shop.housewivesoftruecrime.com/ to check out our unique collection and grab your favorites today!Discover the Ultimate in Beauty with 5Crimes Cosmetics!Elevate your skin and hair care routine with our exclusive line of 5Crimes products.Visit us at https://fivecrimes.com/ to explore our range and embrace the beauty revolution with 5Crimes.Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@housewivesoftruecrimeFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/housewivesoftruecrime/?hl=enFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@housewivesoftruecrime?lang=enJoin our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/669722783461628/Clink Clink 🥂Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy