Father Trafficked Heroin : I Became An NYPD Detective

My father was a heroin trafficker who played cards with John Gotti in prison. I became an NYPD Detective.In this episode of Purpose Over Pension, I sit down with retired NYPD Detective Eli Slavkin to discuss one of the most ironic law enforcement stories you will ever hear. At 10 years old, Eli watched the DEA kick in his front door. He grew up visiting his father in federal prison and hated the police for most of his youth. Yet, he eventually took the oath and earned his gold shield.We dive deep into the internal conflict of policing, the temptation of corruption when you're broke, and how to find purpose after the badge. If you are a first responder looking for your "Plan B" or just love gritty true crime stories, this interview is for you.

🔥 In this episode, we cover:The trauma of a DEA raid from a child's perspective.The surreal experience of visiting John Gotti in prison.Why Eli hated 75% of the cops he worked with initially.

The "dirty cop" temptation: How close Eli came to taking a bribe.Navigating life and identity after retiring from the NYPD.

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