Diakonos: A Cop‘s Calling

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

Anthony sits down with Ret. Sgt. Manny Luciano to speak about his career in law enforcement and the military. Manny shares personal and emotional stories from his time in law enforcement and his multiple combat tours in the military. This includes a car stop with an uzi, the murder of a baby, and his military duties after the capture of Saddam Hussein. At the end of the episode Anthony addresses the 30x30 Initiative and why it is so woke it's broke. He also highlights the work of a local officer who worked through an assault and recovered multiple stolen guns during the KUtheDIP segment. Plus the story of Stephen in Acts 7 and why Jesus stands for those who confess and believe. TIME STAMPS: 05:14-Interview with Ret. Sgt. Manny Luciano 02:11:19-So Woke It's Broke Segment 02:39:38-KUtheDIP 02:43:42-Why did Jesus Stand for Stephen Diakonos ACC Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com The Lancaster Patriot: www.thelancasterpatriot.com Iron Shirt BBQ Co. www.facebook.com/Iron-Shirt-BBQ-Co-103465168925512 Free 30 Day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/diakonosacc Music and Sound Effects by 8er41, GeriArt and Frolickingdp1 on www.pixabay.com/

Gary and Anthony are at it again. You'll learn that Gary was a tennis star in high school and that he doesn't trim his chest hair. They also argue about the terrible communication problems in their friendship. In between all the banter they also look at a use of force incident out of Arkansas, Alec Baldwin pulling the trigger, inmates vs. incarcerated persons, criminals on dirt bikes and ATV's getting hit by cops and citizens, plus Gary's views on citizens taking pedophiles down. Diakonos ACC Podcast Website-www.diakonosacc.com The Lancaster Patriot-www.thelancasterpatriot.com Iron Shirt BBQ Co.-www.facebook.com/Iron-Shirt-BBQ-Co-103465168925512 Free 30 Day Audible Trial-www.audibletrial.com/diakonosacc Music by 8er41 on https://pixabay.com/

Ret. Sgt. John Mattingly joins Anthony to discuss who he is, what made him passionate about police work, and the truth about the tragic search warrant that ended with him getting shot and Breonna Taylor's death. This riveting conversation will challenge what you think you know about that raid. In addition John speaks openly about the on-going threats and lack of action against suspects. He also talks about the recent charges brought by the feds against other officers involved in this case. Included at the end of the episode is a So Woke It's Broke about growing activism in law enforcement, a KUtheDIP officer that recently stopped an active shooter at Dallas Love Field Airport, and how we can claim the promises of God by grace, through faith in Jesus Christ. Time Stamps: 05:12--Conversation with Sgt. John Mattingly 01:53:35--Anthony's Closing Thoughts from the Interview 02:01:47--So Woke It's Broke 02:10:45--KUtheDIP 02:17:01--Who Can Claim The Promises of God Diakonos ACC Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com The Lancaster Patriot: www.thelancasterpatriot.com Iron Shirt BBQ Co. www.facebook.com/Iron-Shirt-BBQ-Co-103465168925512 Free 30 Day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/diakonosacc Music and Sound Effects by 8er41, GeriArt and Frolickingdp1 on www.pixabay.com/

Gary and Anthony get after it again. We finally dive into and address the Uvalde school shooting and we talk about an officer involved shooting in Akron, OH. Other topics include a transgender prisoner impregnating female prisoners, 4 year olds shooting at and cursing cops, and protesters advocating for a criminal who tried to kill a mother and her children. Plus Anthony lays out a new pet peeve involving voicemail messages, Gary sings as good as John Hinckley Jr., and snakes vs. lions. Diakonos ACC Podcast Website-www.diakonosacc.com The Lancaster Patriot-www.thelancasterpatriot.com Iron Shirt BBQ Co.-www.facebook.com/Iron-Shirt-BBQ-Co-103465168925512 Free 30 Day Audible Trial-www.audibletrial.com/diakonosacc Music by 8er41 on https://pixabay.com/

Anthony and Gary plumb the depths of mediocrity as they address speeding, preferred torture methods, and why Gary doesn't want you to know he wears shorts. Anthony has his normal social media rant and Gary is established as the better swimmer. In between all the silliness Anthony goes scorched earth on Chicago PD's final draft foot pursuit policy, they break down the assault on an Illinois State Trooper, and Anthony gets personal about why a recent vacation reminded him of a fellow officers suicide. www.diakonosacc.com

Det. Jessica Higgins speaks to Anthony and Gary about her pro boxing career, a horrific bike accident, her career thus far in police work, and her take on women in law enforcement. Anthony discusses the incredible background and policies that led to the recall of San Francisco DA Boudin. He also highlights the KUtheDIP officer that stopped a murderer and addresses what God has said and how Jesus paid it all. Time Stamps: 09:50-So Woke It's Broke 27:30-Conversation with Det. Higgins 02:21:35-KUtheDIP 02:26:35-Did God Really Say? Diakonos ACC Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com The Lancaster Patriot: www.thelancasterpatriot.com Iron Shirt BBQ Co. www.facebook.com/Iron-Shirt-BBQ-Co-103465168925512 Free 30 Day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/diakonosacc Music and Sound Effects by 8er41, GeriArt and Frolickingdp1 on www.pixabay.com/

Gary and Anthony are back at it. A wide ranging conversation will assault your ears and includes topics all over the map. Gary believes he needs an advertisement. Anthony receives a lesson on the Latin saying "quid pro quo". Rhubarb, coaching soccer, and confrontation are also discussed. On the serious end of things they discuss the Uvalde school shooting and what humility has to do with processing it. They also discuss how Memorial Day is misunderstood and progressive DA Krasner's decision to charge a police officer with murder. www.diakonosacc.com

Retired NYPD Lt. John Macari joins Anthony on this episode to talk about how the senseless COVID mandates pushed him to early retirement. He also talks about his observations on crime in New York from when he was a child to the present day. John highlights some of the work he did with the NYPD, the pressure and politics of the job, and shares a riveting and gut wrenching story about the suicide of a fellow officer. Anthony highlights an officer who pressed on despite being stabbed in the neck in the KUtheDIP segment. In So Woke It's Broke he explains how Washington State has labeled the word "marijuana" as racist. Time Stamps: 08:19-Kicking Up the Dust In Pursuit (KUtheDIP) 16:57-Conversation with Ret. Lt. John Macari 02:15:06-So Woke It's Broke Diakonos ACC Podcast Website: www.diakonosacc.com New York's Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast: www.thefinestunfiltered.com The Lancaster Patriot: www.thelancasterpatriot.com Iron Shirt BBQ Co. www.facebook.com/Iron-Shirt-BBQ-Co-103465168925512 Free 30 Day Audible Trial: www.audibletrial.com/diakonosacc Music and Sound Effects by 8er41, GeriArt and Frolickingdp1 on www.pixabay.com/