True Blue Conversations Podcast Adam Blum

A momentous ANZAC Day 2024 with the launch of my interview with Matt Anderson PSM, an ADF veteran and the Director of the Australian War Memorial,
 
Matt discusses the current and future re-development of the war memorial, as well as what the memorial and the term ‘remembrance” means him. I remain inspired to hear Matt speak about the essence of what makes the war memorial a humbling and meaningful space to learn, commemorate, reflect, and honour the 103,000 men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
 
 
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Matt Anderson PSM
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Investigative Consultant: Adam Holloway

On this week’s podcast, I sat down with Detective Superintendent (Ret) Deb Wallace NSW Police veteran serving for 36 years. Deb joined the NSW Police in 1983 and quickly found herself gaining notoriety early in her career when she was involved in the investigation into the murder of 26-year-old nurse Anita Cobby. From this, she was invited to undertake Detective training which led to an extensive career commanding various specialist squads, including the South East Asian Crime Squad, Middle Eastern Organised Crime, and Strike Force Raptor. In the 90s she was a detective at Cabramatta fighting Asian street gangs, including the infamous 5T.  She has headed the Middle Eastern Crime Squad (MEOCS) which has been credited with dismantling the vicious Brothers for Life gang responsible for dozens of shootings in Sydney and then moving into Raptor, set up in 2009 targeting OMCG which disrupts bikie business with heavy-handed tactics.
 In 2019 after a 36-year distinguished career, Deb retired from the NSW police. In retirement, Deb is now the host of Million Dollar Murders which Aires on the Nine Network Deb is also working with the parole board of NSW and working with Grace’s Place the centre named in honour of Grace Lynch mother of Anita Cobby.
The primary purpose of Grace’s Place is to provide a unique place of healing and restoration for children who have lost a loved one to homicide.
 
Deb’s autobiography A Woman OF Force was published in 2020 and is available online and in bookstores.
 
 
 
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Deborah Wallace
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Investigative Consultant: Adam Holloway

On this week’s podcast, I sat down with Detective Superintendent (Ret) Deb Wallace NSW Police veteran serving for 36 years. Deb joined the NSW Police in 1983 and quickly found herself gaining notoriety early in her career when she was involved in the investigation into the murder of 26-year-old nurse Anita Cobby. From this, she was invited to undertake Detective training which led to an extensive career commanding various specialist squads, including the South East Asian Crime Squad, Middle Eastern Organised Crime, and Strike Force Raptor. In the 90s she was a detective at Cabramatta fighting Asian street gangs, including the infamous 5T.  She has headed the Middle Eastern Crime Squad (MEOCS) which has been credited with dismantling the vicious Brothers for Life gang responsible for dozens of shootings in Sydney and then moving into Raptor, set up in 2009 targeting OMCG which disrupts bikie business with heavy-handed tactics.
 In 2019 after a 36-year distinguished career, Deb retired from the NSW police. In retirement, Deb is now the host of Million Dollar Murders which Aires on the Nine Network Deb is also working with the parole board of NSW and working with Grace’s Place the centre named in honour of Grace Lynch mother of Anita Cobby.
The primary purpose of Grace’s Place is to provide a unique place of healing and restoration for children who have lost a loved one to homicide.
Deb’s autobiography A Woman OF Force was published in 2020 and is available online and in bookstores.
 
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Deborah Wallace
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Investigative Consultant: Adam Holloway

On this week’s podcast I sat down with Television Personality Johanna Griggs AM 
Before Johanna was on our television screens; she was a superstar Australian swimmer.
We spoke about Joh’s life growing up, representing Australia, and winning a bronze medal at the 1990 Commonwealth Games. We spoke about Joh entering the world of television at such a young age and how hard it is in the media industry. The highs and lows that come with being in the public eye. We also spoke about Joh’s passion the work she does as a director of Beyond Blue. Joh is a true professional, but what really sets Joh apart is her warmth and genuine interest in others what you see on TV is how she is in real life she is a star.
 
 
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Johanna Griggs AM
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Investigative Consultant: Adam Holloway

On this week’s podcast I sat down with former NSW Police Officer Andrew “Panda” MacFarlane We spoke about his life and serving for 21 years in the NSW Police Force. The roller coaster ride in policing that stretched from being a general duties officer, then moving to undercover roles in various agencies including the NSW Crime Commission NSW Drug Enforcement Agency, Being a tactical operator (high risk policing operations) CT Command and Australian Federal Police then finishing up in Dignitary Protection. We also spoke about the loss of colleges the toll of serving at the sharp end of policing. Andy faced what every first responder and veteran face when they transition from service finding purpose again after service. Andy has found purpose again and currently works in the mining industry. Thank you for your service Andy and to all your fellow brother and sisters who walk the thin blue line.
 
 
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Andrew MacFarlane
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Investigative Consultant: Adam Holloway

On this week’s podcast speak with former Royal Australian Army Medical Corps Warrant Officer from the 2nd Commando Regiment Michael "Slatts" Slattery.

Slatt’s enlisted in 1986 as a medic in the Australian Army serving 26years with multiple postings to different units. At the age of 36 Slatt’s attempted and passed the Commando Selection Training Course then completing the demanding Commando reinforcement cycle earning his beret qualifying as a special force’s operator. During his career he deployed on multiple operations including Iraq working alongside US medical doctors, nurses, and medics inside a role 2 medical facility. He also deployed to Afghanistan as the Special Operations Task Group CSM however found his way onto a US AME helicopter providing over 75 air medical evacuations. After 26 years Slatt’s discharged from the army and now works as a nurse and also     currently training director with SOTER International @soterinternational, Where he teaches all the experience he learnt in combat.
 
Presenter: Adam Blum
Guest: Michael Slattery 
Editor: Kyle Watkins
Investigative Consultant: Adam Holloway