Episodes
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Planting Roots: Our Campaign for a New Location
One year ago, Antioch Church was a vision. Today, it’s a growing family. In this episode, host Casey and co-host Ed look back on a year of church planting and share what God has been doing among us. They talk about our growing membership, including the young families with kids who have started...
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The Battle for Sheriff 2026
On this episode, Casey sits down with former Sheriff Alex Villanueva at a critical moment as we head toward the midterm elections. Los Angeles is at a crossroads. Our city is struggling, and the people of this city deserve leaders who will fight for the safety, stability, and future of every...
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Ruben Palomares / The Rampart Scandal Pt.2
We know you've been itching for the rest of the Ruben Palomares interview. Here you go. Make sure you comment as you finish each part of this interview. We'd love to hear your intake and any questions you may have. Share this episode. To support this podcast go to the link below: Zelle:...
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AJ7 Childhood Cancer Story
In this deeply personal episode, Casey sits down with AJ’s father, Ricky De La Torre, to honor the life and memory of his son. Together, they reflect on the moments that mattered most—the laughter, the strength, and the unbreakable bond they shared as a family. Ricky opens up about the long days...
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Ruben Palomares / The Rampart Scandal
Buckle up — this special three-part episode reads like a crime thriller. Casey sits down with Ruben Palomares, whose life jumps from U.S. Olympic boxing hopeful to LAPD officer to central figure in the Rampart scandal — a rise-and-fall saga that feels ripped from the silver screen. Ruben pulls…
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Back to the scene of the crime
The Spirit-filled life is not safe. It’s not predictable. It’s an adventure. One moment you’re going about your ordinary day—and the next, God steps into the scene and suddenly you’re standing in the middle of someone else’s story. A divine interruption. A holy assignment. You realize you’re…
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Running for Sheriff Brendan Corbett 2026
Todays episode features a sit down with Brendan Corbett, a retired Assistant Sheriff of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, who devoted more than 40 years to law enforcement, marked by integrity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to public safety. Born in Los Angeles and raised…
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A contractors Thanksgiving story
Life is full of twists, turns, and unexpected detours. In today’s episode, Casey sits down with Fernando Sandoval Jr., the owner of FS Builders Group, to revisit a story that began in the simple days of the early ’80s. Back then, Fernando was just a young boy fueled by adventure—running through…
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Ok I Will
In this episode Casey and co-host Ed discuss details from Casey's second published book titled "Ok I Will". Ed shares how sometimes even after meeting people in your circles you really don't know what sacrifice people have made, pain they have endured and hills they've had to climb. After reading...
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The Gospel in Public School
Most of us had no idea what was about to unfold on September 10, 2025. In this episode, Casey sits down with his son, Jacob, who shares how God — through a handful of Spirit-filled teenagers — moved powerfully at John Burroughs High School that day. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can God really...
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Charlie Kirk / Christian Hero
On September 10th 2025 we faced evil, we witnessed the wickedness of mens hearts as an assassin plunged a round into Charlie Kirks body, ending his life. Our country mourns, our country is heartbroken, our country is angry at the actions of depraved men. Tonight a wife sleeps alone, two children...
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Planting Seeds
You ever wondered; What else can I do for the kingdom? In this episode you will discover three different ways in which God has already prepared to get in the game. Your life has meaning, it has always had significance. Sometimes getting help in how we can contribute to the Great Commission is…
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When you die, what happens?
Casey and Ed are back at it with yet another bible study that came from many listeners asking; When we die, what happens? So they both dove in to this intriguing question. Using the bible Ed interviews Casey, and well I think a lot of the smoke cleared. This question resides in everyone thoughts,...
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Author Alex Villanueva
On this episode former Sheriff turned Author sits down with Casey to go over his newly released book titled Sheriff -Holding The Thin Blue Line In A Deep Blue State. What a great conversation they had on this episode. They talked about what it takes to write a book, what makes a book a good read,...
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Merry Christmas Gang
With the end of 2024 just around the corner, Casey and Ed want to encourage you to finish strong. To reflect on all the good that has happened, to look forward to opportunities still available. God is not done with you, your ups and downs are simply lessons we learn along the way on this journey....
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Breaking Bread
In this episode Casey and Ed catch up on what Casey has been up to. It's obvious he's been missing in action on the podcast! Don't tell him we said that, HA! Ed hijacks the episode by pretty much interviewing Casey on the new direction that God has him on. Casey is fully engaged in prison…
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Good on Paper with Lt. Hector Bravo
Casey has the opportunity to interview Lt. Hector Bravo of The Crisis Response Team in the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Lt. Bravo shares about the new California Model a.k.a. The Norway style of doing prison and why its endangering staff, CO's and inmates. This woke...
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Interview with Patrick Gipson / CA Assembly District 40
In this last episode that closes 2023, Casey speaks with Retired Sheriff Deputy Patrick Gipson who is running for California State Assembly District 40. Patrick refuses to sit on the sideline and has a "put me in coach" approach in CA politics. He brings up the urgent need for better policies for…
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Meagan McCarthy & Nicole Castronovo
Hold on to your seats as you listen to this episode. Casey interviews Meagan McCarthy a medically retired San Bernardino Deputy and brings the heart wrenching moment where she fights for her life. In addition Casey also has special guest Nicole Castronovo who is a trial attorney and brings to…
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The CEOact with Kevin McNamee & Benny Bernal
Are you happy with the mishandling of funds from the public education system here in California? If your answer is NO, then this episode is a must to listen toad share. The Children's Educational Opportunity act just makes sense. Join Casey as he has a discussion about the CEOact with guest Dr....
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RAMP LA
Casey welcomes back former guest Raz & Joel whom he interviewed a few years back. In this episode they share what they have been up to and the new calling upon their lives to pour into young men who had previously been sentenced by the juvenile court system in California. They encourage and...
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Trust & Faith
This episode is great to share with anyone that you are trying to reach with the gospel or to those that have just came into faith in Christ. Ed joins Casey once again to encourage the studying of scripture and why this is something that takes time, discipline and commitment. For some it will be…
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A conversation with a Real Sheriff, Alex Villanueva
If you live in Los Angeles, then its difficult to unsee the problems that stare at us as we open our doors to work, school, or for just a night out in the town. Crime, drugs, psychotic behaviors, and homelessness just to mention a few. In this episode Casey sits in with Sheriff Villanueva and…
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Beyond Reasonable Doubt
In this episode Casey invites Ed once again to discuss the case for Christ's Resurrection, The Shroud of Turin, and the insurmountable evidence that Christ was truly raised from the dead. With so many witnesses, with date stamps, locations and even blood evidence submitted there is not a chance…
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Kids Not For Sale / with Kevin Malone
Casey sits in with former Los Angeles Dodgers General Manager Kevin Malone, but this episode is not about baseball. Kids Not For Sale is the initiative of the U.S. Institute Against Human Trafficking to establish Southern Nevada as a Trafficking Free Zone. Co-Founded by President & CEO, Kevin...
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Trafficked/The Sandy Esparza Story
In this gripping and eye opening interview Casey talks with Sandy Esparza on the horrific subject of Human Trafficking. Sandy lived it, and it's heartbreaking to hear her story of neglect, the broken foster care program, human trafficking and yet shines a light that there is still hope in Christ....
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On the death of Jesus; an in depth conversation.
On this episode Casey invites his good friend Ed to stop by and have a conversation on the Death of Jesus. So many folks really don't understand the magnitude of the trial, the sufferings, and the death of Jesus. Come join Ed and Casey as they unwrap this true story. It will prepare you to have a...
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Honoring Deputy Isaiah Cordero; The injustices that led to his EOW.
In this episode Casey talks about the failed policies that blue State leaders have pushed and caused the untimely death of Riverside County Sheriff Deputy Isaiah Cordero. Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco's statement rings true; that had the judge in William Shea McKay's case done her job...
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Only Hope Prison Ministries
This episode covers the hard work that takes place behind the closed gates of the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department Jails. Join Casey as he has a sit down conversation with Dave Vroman VP and Steve Borja Director of Re-Entry of Only Hope Prison Ministries. These guys are in the grime of…
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Pedophiles, they are called Pedophiles Miranda!
This is one of those heated episodes where Casey gets unglued and rightly so. Listen to this licensed therapist attempt to rename pedophiles to "minor attracted persons" because calling someone a pedophile is harmful and judgmental to the pedophile! you really cant make this stuff up. Hands off…
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Interview with Nick Wilson of The Resiliency Project
With so much drama in the...well just about Everywhere! In this episode Casey interviews Nick Wilson of The Resiliency Project and they get into an in depth conversation of the mental health and wellness of individuals in law enforcement. Nick works hand in hand with police officers across…
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Discipline, Do you have it?
On this episode Casey speaks on a subject that he personally struggles in. As much as you would like to see him as this man of God that is unshakeable in all thing faith, he will be the first one to say "I need help from God to change so many areas in my life". Discipline will always be an uphill...
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Interview with Cpt. Richard Meraz The Rampart Scandal
In this episode Casey has a very detailed conversation with Captain Richard Meraz of the L.A.P.D. Captain Meraz has since retired and now shares his story nation wide. He educates both veteran and rookie cops of what they truly signed up for as sworn officers. His story is one for the books. You...
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Interview with DDA Jon Hatami
The fight to gain a beautiful and safe Los Angeles is fierce. But what's the first step? Well if you're an Angeleno then your answer should be to Recall D.A. George Gascon. In this episode Casey sits in with DDA Jon Hatami who famously prosecuted the Gabriel Fernandez case and most recently…
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Pediatric Cancer The Ricky De La Torre Story
Hardship is never easy. In this interview with Officer Ricky De La Torre of the LAPD, we hear him shine the light on Pediatric Cancer, the role of a dad, combat, and his walk with Christ. Casey sits with Officer De La Torre and for two hours he shares his heart out. Those two hours were like 10...
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Abe Anaya Part 2
Yup he's back on The Shot Caller Podcast. On this episode we get to hear what happens to him after he makes parole and what he has been doing since. He discusses with Casey the importance of doing community together with other believers, choices in life, and the fact that doing something right...
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Hell, The end of all hope.
Happy New Year Folks! Casey is as pumped as you are to hit the ground running. With a new year at hand some changes have been made here at the TSC studio. One is that Casey will be bringing sermons along side his normal episodes of crime, prison, law enforcement interviews and politics. In this...
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Smash & Grab, It's getting ridiculous!
It's beginning to look a lot like A ROBBERY!!! While everyone is still trying to find some type of normality through all this "pandemic" now we have to be with a head on a swivel because these group of idiots decide to go into stores 20 -30 deep with mallets smashing glass Wrecked Ralph Style and...
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The Kyle Rittenhouse Trial
As America is at the edge of her seat anxiously awaiting the verdict in the Rittenhouse trail, Casey has a few thoughts of his own. We all have opinions, but in a court room our opinions don't matter, and they shouldn't. Facts matter. What the law says matters. In this episode Casey puts his two...
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Massive Walkout
We The People are starting to stand up. The vast majority of Americans are done with these mandates and now folks are walking out of jobs to protest these unconstitutional demands. In Southern California the LAUSD has a problem in their hands, yup, Parents and Teachers who will not put their...
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The Gabby Petito case. Let's help find her killer.
Nothing gets Casey more wound up than when there is a crime against children or women. Gabby Petito is Americas little girl who's life got cut off too soon at just 22 years of age. The person of interest is Brian Laundrie. Everyone has heard about the story and now its time we all come together…
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And you're still WOKE? How?
Yes Casey had a long recess but now is back with some more serious and hilarious episodes. On this one he actually shares a clip from Bill Maher slamming "Wokeness" as we all should. Check it out and share it with friends! Also Recall Newsom!!!
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L.A. County Jail Senior Chaplain Frank Mastrolonardo
This interview was awesome! Casey gets the opportunity to sit down and interview Senior Chaplain Frank Mastrolonardo of the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. Holy cow!!! They talk about Franks personal testimony of how he came to know the Lord. The work he is involved in as senior chaplain…
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Let's talk Dad stuff
The old man, the grunt, papa, boy there's a lot of names we carry but my favorite is simply DAD. To those listening to this episode, your dad is important, he really is. Take some time and just sit with him and ask him how he's really doing. Ask him anything if you feel like you could. And even…
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Interview w/ Author Mike Yorkey and his wife Nicole
In this episode Casey interviews Author Mike Yorkey. Mike shares how he got involved in writing Casey's story in book form. The adventures, the turns and twist, and capturing Casey's voice. Mike also gives some advise to those that have a dream of writing their own book at some point. But we all...
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Vaccine Incentives, It's a thing.
In this episode Casey unwraps the incentives. From offering a free Cheeseburger and fries ( I so wish I was kidding), lotto tickets and even a chance to win 1.5 Mil if you just get the vaccine shot, it's getting a bit ridiculous out there. Is anyone embarrassed? Listen if you got the shot, that's...
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Tough talk with our kids.
Warning! In this episode Casey addresses the importance of having a "Tough talk with our kids". In NO WAY is Casey suggesting that your child take a weapon on school grounds. That is a NO NO, and a crime. DON'T DO THAT!!! What he is saying is that they should have some type of devise that can…
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What is she talking about?
And in this episode Casey rips on AOC's view of crime and the aftermath of crime. Little crime eventually leads to big crime, it's how it works. He is definitely not a fan of hers. But then again neither is anyone that has survived a Slurpy brain freeze from 7-11. #facts
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Crime, let's really keep it real.
With so much drama in the...well everywhere now. Casey shares his thoughts of why prisons are still a solution to crime. Oh he's definitely going to to hurt some people feelings on this one. He's okay with that.
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What's going on?
In this episode Casey talks about the deafening sound of democrats as a young child is abandoned in a desert by smugglers. Children are at the mercy of adults. And these adults are horrible. This story will break you heart. He also talks about Tinhorn Flats in Burbank Ca. It's made big news.…
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About this show
Author of The Shot Caller, Casey Diaz and publishing expert, Joel Kneedler discuss the origins of Casey's story as well as interviews with many who share amazing stories of redemption through Christ.
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