Paul Maleary's Ex-Job Downloaded Podcast
I served with Essex Police for 30 years, a chapter of my life filled with both haunting memories and exhilarating moments. Throughout my career, I had the privilege of interviewing a number of high-profile suspects—each encounter a vivid snapshot of human nature, revealing both darkness and resilience. The aim of this podcast is to delve deeper into the lives of former members of the Police and Military from across the globe. This is not just a collection of stories; it's a tribute to the extraordinary journeys of these remarkable individuals, often overlooked but never forgotten.
Our contributors hail from diverse backgrounds, each with a unique story etched into the fabric of history. Picture this: a soldier landing on the Normandy beaches, adrenaline pumping in a chaotic backdrop, recounting the camaraderie that emerged amidst the chaos. Or a military operative sharing a heart-stopping tale of survival after being shot by the Taliban, offering insights into not just the battles fought but the battles within. We’ll hear from the man who carried the radio at the 1966 World Cup Final, a moment that united a nation, and the manager of the mortuary following the devastating 7/7 bombings, who witnessed humanity at its most fragile. These men and women are heroes of our time, and their stories are committed to this podcast for eternity!
But there is also a narrative of transition—stories that weave through the fabric of public service into new realms of entrepreneurship and creativity. From authors penning the tales of their experiences to innovators launching successful businesses, the contributions of Police and Military personnel extend far beyond their uniforms. They are not one-dimensional figures; they are multifaceted individuals, and you will be amazed at the diverse lives they lead following their honorable careers.
With each episode, we aim to illuminate the profound impact these experiences have had on their paths. If you have a Police or Military background and would like to take part in this enriching journey, I invite you to connect with us. Please email [email protected]. Your story, like so many others, deserves a platform to be shared and celebrated. Join us as we explore courage, resilience, and the unbreakable human spirit, one story at a time. Together, we will honor these incredible journeys that shape not just the individuals but the very essence of our society.
If you have a Police or Military background and would like to take part in my podcast please email [email protected]
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- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 64 minutes
- Episodes
- 130
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Don Randall MBE - Listen To Your Mum!
Don Randal MBE was born in Dartford and joined the City Of London Police cadets. He loved his time as a cadet and recalls this time with fondness. His adventures with the cadets included a canoe race…
Trailer - Peter Baylis
Peter Baylis took a lot of the earliest photos of The Police in 1977. He photographed them at the Roxy on 1977-06-17 and then the following day at Covent Garden. His photos can be seen in L'Historia …
Peter Baylis - Photographer To The Stars
Peter Baylis is from the Metropolitan suburb of Bexley. He left school and pursued his career in photography by starting in a processing lab. He learned his craft by taking as many photographs as pos…
Ruth D'Alessandro - Calling WPC Crockford
CALLING SERGEANT CROCKFORD: The Story of a Pioneering Policewoman in the 1960s will be published by Welbeck on 1 March 2024.
CALLING DETECTIVE CROCKFORD: The Story of a Pioneering Policewoman in the 1…
Jackie Malton - Fighting Crime Since 1969!
Jackie is a former DCI with the metropolitan Police. She started her career in Leicestershire she now works within the true crime world. Whilst in the Police she advised some of the most iconic polic…
Tristram Hicks - The War On Dirty Money
Tristram Hicks was a member of the UK asset recovery committee from 2002 to 2012, directing the multi-agency strategy to implement the famous Proceeds of Crime Act. His strategic role was combined wi…
Tristram Hicks Trailer - The Murder Of Sgt Robertson
PS Derek Robertson was married with two young children. He had been an officer since 1973 and had been posted to South Norwood for three years.
Alerted by the wife of the postmaster at New Addington…
Peter Moule - Carrying The Queen Mother At Fish Mongers Hall!
Peter Moule joined the Police on 22nd December 1975. He went to Ashford Police Training College for his training and his first wage packet was £127 for the month. This was significantly lower than hi…
Simon Ovens - What is A Deputy Lieutenant ?
Simon Ovens was born in 1967 at St Georges hospital on Hyde Park Corner which is now the Luxury Lainsborough Hotel.
At 19½ Simon joined the Metropolitan Police and commenced his residential training. …
Andy Fairie - How the theft of a for sale sign changed his life!
Andy was born in Scotland and during his student days he had an encounter with the Police which inspired him to join West Midland Police. After 6 years he decided to transfer to Strathclyde Police. H…
Andy Petherick - The Fisherman who became a member of the Special Forces!
Andy Petherick is a keen fisherman from South Wales. He won a scholarship to Wycliffe College in Gloucester, his entrance exam included fishing and shooting. The Combined Cadet Force was run by Major…
Paul "William" Minter - Fighting the Taliban became normal
Paul was born in East London and played in the streets close to his beloved West Ham United. By the age of 8 he had already made his mind up that he was going to be in the military.
His first choice w…
Falklands Compilation
Sharon McCrossan - How the IRA nearly killed me
This interview contains graphic description of road traffic casualties. Sharon was born into a Scottish family. Travel was second nature as a child due her fathers work and lived in Hong Kong and Mal…
BBC Essex with Akylah Rodriguez
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David Burgess- Joyce - Why serving the community is so important
David always wanted to serve with the Police and in 1982, just after his 18th birthday he applied for and was accepted to the Merseyside Special Constabulary. He carried out all of the roles expecte…
Jan Szymczuk - How Do Police Artists Work?
Jan Szymczuk was born in the North East and is an ardent Newcastle United Fan. His parents were born in Poland and his father fought against the Nazis as a paratrooper.
He joined the Metropolitan Pol…