Anthony and Gary spend the bulk of the episode debating a local case where a Reading, PA police officer is under fire for punching a man during a noise disturbance call. They also shed some light on a New Mexico case that had law enforcement officers in a standoff with an armed 7 and 9 year old. Plus they give an update on the declared mistrial in …

What do severed fingers, mushrooms, and officer created jeopardy have in common...well a lot actually. On this episode Anthony and Gary open up the comments section to their content and share some laughs about some of the interesting feedback they've received. Plus they check in on the so called "experts" who have recently testified during the tria…

Gary and Anthony start the episode chatting about what Easter means to them and the Hope it gives to them even in the midst of all the madness in the world. That madness includes a Portland PD incident where a police leader has officers abandon their duty to protect the public, allowing a criminal to do as he pleased and literally deciding to do no…

On this episode Gary and Anthony take a look at a recent incident involving a suspect brandishing a chainsaw in a retirement home. The video demands a discussion on hesitation by officers that seems to be driven, in part, by a focus on de-escalation. Are trainers doing a disservice to officers in training when they don't better define de-escalation…

In this episode, Gary and Anthony dive into unhinged attacks on everything Tesla and the curious rise of swatting incidents targeting conservative figures. Additionally, they explore the swift justice system in El Salvador, contrasting it with the U.S. approach, and share some unbelievable reports about jurors that are driving motions by the defens…

A pardoned J6er was recently shot and killed by a Sheriff Deputy in Jasper County Indiana. Anthony and Gary discuss this case and the blanket pardons of J6er's by President Trump. They also point out the media bias on both the left and right, highlighting some recent comments from the Mayor of Boston that caused outrage. Stolen gold, the disbanding…

On this episode Gary and Anthony compile an update on the cases and trials against Ofc. Brad Lunsford, Ofc. Christopher Schurr, Ofc. Terence Sutton, and Ofc. Mac Marquette. These cases represent a sobering reminder that officers are being unjustly charged for crimes while doing a job the public has asked them to do. Reviewing these cases brings abo…

On this episode Gary and Anthony look at the case against Ofc. Brad Lunsford. The Soro's funded Attorney General of New Mexico ignored the reasonable officer standard for use of force incidents and charged Ofc. Lunsford with voluntary manslaughter in a complete miscarriage of justice. His trial is happening right now and we break down the incident …

On this episode we discuss some feedback about our last episode and clarify our thoughts on social workers in law enforcement. We also discuss our desire to not just be a podcast of outrage click bait and revisit the mission of why we get behind the mics for these episodes. In addition we discuss how the killers of Officer Allen Gibson Jr. have bee…

Season 2 of Lowe Expectations starts with a bang. Anthony and Gary tease the upcoming name change and give some updates on some past cases they discussed during Season 1. The guys debate the role of social workers in law enforcement and if it is contributing to mission drift in the profession. They also discuss 2024 stats related to officer involve…

It's the season one finale of Lowe Expectations! Gary and Anthony tease season two coming in 2025 and banter about the election outcome. In addition they provide an update on the Daniel Penny manslaughter trial. Much of the episode is focused on the dumpster fire that is Chicago and how it's affecting the police officers who work there. They highli…

In Episode 22 of "Lowe Expectations," Gary and Anthony dive into a lively discussion on Election Day, encouraging listeners to exercise their right to vote. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as they explore the complexities surrounding the Daniel Penny case, pondering the question, "What would you do?" when faced with challenging situations…

In this re-released episode of Lowe Expectations, originally recorded in August 2022 on Diakonos: A Cop's Calling podcast, host Anthony Weaver revisits a compelling interview with retired Louisville Metro PD Sergeant John Mattingly. Mattingly shares his first-hand account of the tragic Breonna Taylor incident that occurred in Louisville, Kentucky, …

**This episode contains mature subject matter** Gary and Anthony are back behind the mics for episode 20! Gary starts the episode doing his best to offend drone pilots and questioning the "pilot" title they give themselves. They again talk about the border mess as the presidential election looms. But the main part of the episode is spent discussing…

In this thought-provoking episode, Gary and Anthony tackle the pressing issue of juvenile crime in America. They explore the alarming cases of young offenders, including a 12-year-old car thief in Maryland and a tragic incident in Denver involving a juvenile shot during a car theft. The hosts delve into the root causes of juvenile delinquency, high…

Anthony and Gary got some recent pushback about their breakdown of the charges against Decatur PD Officer Marquette. Did they get it wrong? They discuss the rumors and peripheral issues surrounding this case. Plus they dissect murder charges against Grand Rapids PD Officer Christopher Schurr. Ofc. Schurr was faced with an assaultive suspect who too…

In normal fashion this episode hits on several topics. -Gary tells a story about using a butter knife as protection just in case a sociopath decided to try and kill him. -A Secret Service agent allegedly left her post to nurse her baby which leads to discussion about concerning aspects about the 30x30 initiative. It sounds nice but is it really a g…

We live in a backwards world. Snoop Dogg is a weed smoking rap artist who loves to glorify the gangster lifestyle. Yet he cashes in on many endorsements and was a fixture during the recent Summer Olympics. Meanwhile Officer Mac Marquette faces murder charges for protecting his life, the life of fellow officers, and the life of a tow truck driver. W…

On this episode of Lowe Expectations Anthony and Gary discuss how the evil of our day points to the truth and encourages their faith. They also discuss the controversial shortcomings being brought to light in the attempted assassination of Trump and the role DEI seems be playing in the Secret Service drift off mission. Gary Lowe/Lancaster Leather P…

Gary and Anthony dipped into the archives for this episode. This episode was initially exclusively released to patrons in early 2023. In it Gary and Anthony discussed an interesting case involving a man, a mall, and a Jesus T-shirt. It's a thought provoking episode with conversation driven by 1st amendment issues, their duties as police officers, a…

Welcome to Episode 13 of Lowe Expectations! Join Gary and Anthony as they dive into a whirlwind of topics that will have you laughing, cringing, and shaking your head. Have you ever accidentally hurt your child? The hosts share their own parenting mishaps that are both relatable and hilariously painful. Next, they discuss a wild story from Portland…

In this episode of Lowe Expectations, Anthony and Gary dive into the intriguing concept of "time blindness," a term that's recently surfaced as a cognitive condition. They discuss its implications, how it differs from laziness, and the societal obsession with diagnosing everything. AI wrote the last sentence...ultimately they destroy the idea of ti…

This episode features a mash-up of recent current events, many of which are out of Chicago/Illinois. They include spending money to change the term "offender" to "justice impacted individual", an accused attempted murderer given a government job, a victim charged for chasing down his own stolen truck, and fake robbery crews that are helping illegal…

On this episode Gary and Anthony discuss the appeasement and pacification in law enforcement that is helping to drive mission drift in the profession. Anthony discusses when he first observed this happening in the early 2000's and how it has now led to law enforcement engaging in the appeasement and approval of evil. To prove the point they provide…

There is an ongoing war on cops happening on the streets of this country. But there is also a war being waged by SOME District Attorney's against officer who are simply doing their job. In this episode Gary and Anthony highlight cases in Alameda, CA and Washington DC where cops are being charged and convicted for simply doing their jobs. In fact th…

Anthony and Gary break down the recent Chicago PD officer involved shooting of Dexter Reed. Dexter Reed shot at police, shooting and wounding one of them before being shot and killed by officers. How can a shooting like this be controversial? Gary and Anthony discuss the fact that those who hate the police constantly try and invent narratives to cu…

On this episode of Lowe Expectations Gary and Anthony descend into their normal ridiculousness throughout the episode talking about languages studied but unknown, cleanliness, family photos on social media, and demands to dress a certain way for weddings. However, the main topics include a drunk chief interfering at an accident scene, a complex off…

In the latest episode of Lowe Expectations, Gary and Anthony start the episode with a morbid discussion about a recent investigation into a man who was caught eating a severed leg. This discussion morphs into a discussion of the morality of cannibalism during survival situations. They also discuss the case of an autistic teenager fatally shot by th…

Gary and Anthony dive deep into the complex realities of law enforcement officers under extreme stress. The episode begins with light-hearted banter including amusing anecdotes about the simple delights of everyday life – from the energizing drink, Celsius, to intriguing notes about oddball pizza-eating habits. Things take a turn towards the seriou…

In Part 2 Gary and Anthony clarify some use of force stuff from Part 1, discuss how the 3rd precinct in Minneapolis was given up, talk about some of their own experiences during 2020, and look at the state of Minneapolis right now. In addition Gary questions Anthony's mental health in 2020, gives him pointers on handling the English language, and t…

The death of George Floyd greatly impacted and affected police officers. The truth about the incident is not as clear as some want to believe. In this episode Gay and Anthony discuss the documentary called The Fall of Minneapolis. In part one they focus on the death of George Floyd and some of the shocking revelations this documentary brings to lig…

Gary and Anthony display some gallows humor as they discuss a 2009 case where a chimpanzee mauled and woman and was later found to be on Xanax. They also discuss whether or not an officer can fully tell the truth and nothing but the truth on the stand and why they often have to hold back testimony. Website: www.diakonosacc.com Twitter: https://twit…

Gary and Anthony kick off the very first episode of Lowe Expectations talking about how this podcast started, who they are, and the aim of the podcast. They give some predictions for 2024 and address a brand new Chicago Police Department policy redefining the term "youth" that makes it even more difficult for police officers to do their job in that…

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 yo…

Lowe Expectations is hosted by Anthony Weaver and Gary Lowe who have nearly 45 years of law enforcement experience between them. Anthony and Gary share a brotherhood and camaraderie forged on the job and most importantly through their shared faith in Jesus Christ. Lowe Expectations aims to entertain and educate as these two veteran cops banter abou…

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…

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 t…

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…

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 …

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 b…

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.diakonosac…

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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 fla…

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 Anto…

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 N…

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://yo…

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 Huss…

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. incarcera…

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 threa…

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…