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Anthony Weaver and Gary Lowe are creating a new podcast called Lowe Expectations...a direct spin-off of the Lowe Expectation episodes on this podcast. On this new podcast we aim to entertain and educate as we banter about all things police work, current events, and life in a confused culture. Subscribe to Lowe Expectations wherever you listen to your podcast. Music by Lemonmusicstudio and 35285074 on Pixabay  

On this episode Gary and Anthony talk warriors in Nashville, flying sniper rifles, embarrassing moments, why we don’t use Buddha’s name in vain, shoulder checking cops, men taking over women’s history month, Robbers in church and why you’re a racist if you drink coffee, Plus much more in this...the final episode of Diakonos: A Cop's Calling Podcast.   Gary Lowe/Lancaster Leather:   https://instagram.com/lancasterleather?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com Music by Lemonmusicstudio on  Pixabay

Michael "MC" Williams from The Centurion Law Enforcement Ministry joins Anthony to talk about his career and share his testimony. They scratch the surface of his 35+ year career. He's held many different ranks and positions and has been wounded in the line of duty. They also talk about being a Guardian vs. Warrior, the code 3 urgency MC holds for those who have not repented and surrendered to Jesus Christ, servant leadership, and the challenges being faced by the profession. After their conversation Anthony shares an update about the podcast, highlights two people in a very personal KUtheDIP, and closes out the episode with Acts 16:31. TIME STAMPS: 01:40-Conversation with MC 01:40:20-Update about the Podcast 01:43:52-KUtheDIP 01:49:32-Acts 16:31 The Centurion Law Enforcement Ministry: https://thecenturionlawenforcementministry.org/ Diakonos ACC Website: www.diakonosacc.com Music by Lemonmusicstudio and SergeQuadrado on  Pixabay

Anthony and Gary talk National Anthem, Man Bun Assassins, DA Gascon’s evil love of criminals, De-Escalation with violence, the talk, a murdered baker, shooting down science projects, and one of us is exposed as a Rhianna fan. Gary Lowe/Lancaster Leather:   https://instagram.com/lancasterleather?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com Music by Lemonmusicstudio on  Pixabay

Retired NYPD Lt. Eric Dym joins me on this episode. He is known as the most complained cop on the NYPD but few have taken the time to hear his story. He is also the co-host of New York's Finest: Retired and Unfiltered Podcast. We have a broad ranging conversation about his career, leadership, and the Civilian Complaint Review Board in New York and how they are weaponizing punishment against good cops. Plus I highlight the work of 2 Philadelphia PD officers who faced off with an armed suspect and then I close out the episode talking about the Author of Truth and why knowing Him can bring peace and salvation. TIME STAMPS: 01:55-Interview with Ret. Lt. Eric Dym 01:55:50-KUtheDIP 02:09:12-The Author of Truth Diakonos ACC Website: www.diakonosacc.com Music by Lemonmusicstudio and SergeQuadrado on  Pixabay

On this episode Gary and I share a unique perspective on the arrest and death of Tyre Nichols in Memphis, the odd video depicting the attack on Nancy Pelosi’s husband, lawsuits and the police, armed citizen vs. a robber, extra cheese to face punches, Lancaster Leather, and shock therapy for filler words. Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com Music by Lemonmusicstudio on  Pixabay

Gary and Anthony kick off Season 3! They discuss the last officer of 2022 and the first officer of 2023 to pay the ultimate sacrifice. Also discussed are officers being charged criminally, SAFE-T act essential movements for criminals, arsonists who light themselves on fire, and slurs you can use against white people. Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com Music by Lemonmusicstudio on  Pixabay

The Diakonos: A Cop's Calling Podcast aspires to encourage and promote law enforcement while also helping others to better understand the profession and those that answer the call to serve.  Anthony Weaver, the host, has over 21 years of law enforcement experience and uses his faith, experience, and interviews with retired and active police officers along with others that have connections to the profession to challenge what you think you know about the police.  In addition each month Det. Gary Lowe and Anthony also address current events and bring a law enforcement perspective to what you see in the news. TO LEARN MORE GO TO: www.diakonosacc.com Music: The Rebel by Lemonmusicstudio on www.pixabay.com.    

Henry "Hollywood" Morris, the creator of Support Our Shields and the Critical Conversations podcast, joins Anthony on this episode. He shares his riveting story and how that led him to boldly support law enforcement. He openly talks about the level of violence and heartache in his home and neighborhood. He shares his journey, highlighted with a flawed father, and how that relationship along with those he had with teachers, coaches, and police officers shaped who he is today. Hollywood lays out why he now boldly supports the police and is critical of those pushing a woke agenda. At the end of the episode Anthony highlights an incident where three officers were ambushed in Bristol, Connecticut and then he closes out the episode talking about smashing idols. Support Our Shields:    www.supportourshields.com Diakonos ACC Podcast Website:                   www.diakonosacc.com Free 30 Day Audible Trial:          www.audibletrial.com/diakonosacc Music and Sound Effects by 8er41, GeriArt and Frolickingdp1 on www.pixabay.com/

As always a must listen episode to get caught up on some law enforcement current events. On this episode: 1) Virginia politician that wants to criminally charge parents that don't affirm or allow their children to change their gender 2) School Administrators that left masked armed gunmen into their school 3) An officer involved shooting in San Antonio and 4) Lawlessness in Seattle. Plus we talk about emojis that are hurting people and Gary once again helps Anthony with his English. Music by 8er41 on www.pixabay.com/

North Las Vegas PD Officer Nick Quintana speaks with Anthony on this episode. Nick was a Kicking Up the Dust In Pursuit (KUtheDIP) standout earlier this year when he and his wife took in 5 children after he responded to a murder scene. Nick tells that story and his story, detailing a childhood around drugs, abuse, gangs, and violence. Anthony and Nick discuss forgiveness, faith, and the journey Nick took to get hired as a police officer. Anthony has a brand new KUtheDIP standout officer who despite being shot was able to stop the threat from the ground, shooting and killing the suspect that was trying to kill her. Anthony closes out the episode explaining what the Gospel has to do with Jeffrey Dahmer.

Gary and Anthony address some illegal immigrations issues, break down two officer involved shootings in Tacoma and Tucson, and get a bit heated about an officer who posted an unacceptable rant on TikTok. Plus Gary tells of his love of capybaras and provides a lesson on chickens roosting in trees. Video Link/OIS in Tucson/Warning Graphic: https://youtu.be/zMVg7zkejXA Video Link/OIS in Tacoma: https://youtu.be/JrCrjSPwfVU