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Warden's Watch

Warden's Watch

Auteur(s): Wayne Saunders / John Nores
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 This podcast brings you stories from Game Wardens across the world. Listen to their favorite cases, worst cases, what led them to their career, and what makes their job unique. Hosted by retired game wardens Wayne Saunders and John Nores.2022 Warden's Watch Science Sciences biologiques True Crime
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  • 159 Justice for Dave: A Poacher’s Reckoning

    159 Justice for Dave: A Poacher’s Reckoning
    Nov 11 2025
    In this powerful episode of Warden’s Watch, Pennsylvania Game Wardens Phil Bietsch & TJ Knash share the story of a career-defining poaching case tied to the tragic death of fellow officer David Grove on Veteran’s Day 2010. From building trust to securing confessions, this case is a masterclass in investigative work and emotional resilience. Listen now to hear how justice was served, and a legacy honored. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Hunt Regs WiseEye SecureIt Gun Storage XS Sights “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Maine's Operation Game Thief International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: · Phil and TJ were classmates at the Ross Leffler School of Conservation · Working as neighboring officers for four years, they’ve developed a strong investigative partnership · Emphasis on teamwork, rhythm in interviews, and rapport-building · Ryan Laumann is a known habitual game law offender · The case ties back to the tragic death of Game Warden Dave Grove in 2010, who was murdered by Chris Johnson during a poaching incident · Laumann was a passenger in the vehicle · Laumann “just went home.” · Johnson is now on death row · Equipment and training were improved · Laumann received a five-year license revocation · A tip from a former violator turned informant via Operation Game Thief · “I got away with it once, I can do it again.” · TJ took the lead · Keeping emotions in check · “Take your time.” · Officers conducted surveillance near Laumann’s residence · Multiple deer carcasses, gut piles, and antlers · Officers used rapport and strategic interviewing to gain Laumann’s trust · Jeff Baile’s interview and interrogation techniques were critical · Allowing the suspect to tell their version of the story · Laumann eventually confesses to killing multiple deer · From a good case to a great case · “Rapport is the foundation of everything.” · Laumann was charged with: 3 counts of illegal deer 3 tagging violations 3 counts of scattering high-risk parts 1 over-the-bag-limit charge · Final penalties: 5-year hunting license revocation and $2,800 in fines Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Warden’s Watch logo & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Threads YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 min
  • 158 Ricardo Grisolini – New York

    158 Ricardo Grisolini – New York
    Oct 30 2025
    Ricardo Grisolini, a New York State Environmental Conservation Officer with roots in northern Italy, brings a sharp eye and a sharp wit to wildlife law enforcement. From chasing down poachers to setting up decoy deer that even landowners can’t resist, his stories are packed with twists, laughs, and lessons. In this episode, Ricardo shares some of his most unforgettable and entertaining cases from two decades on the job. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Hunt Regs SecureIt Gun Storage XS Sights “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Maine's Operation Game Thief International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: · Growing up in Northern Italy’s “laces” · Raised and hunted birds from an early age · Slow cooked pulled turkey · “This job is not a job; it's a career.” · Working in Madison County is “a game warden’s dream.” · The charter captain’s Christmas fish and the Salvation Army police · Donating confiscated fish and meat · A VERY convincing decoy setup nets multiple charges · A substantial illegal baiting operation on private property · Poacher insists he used a crossbow · Trail cams tell a different story · “The point was out of respect for the animal.” · Social media can be a warden’s best friend · New York ECOs don’t wear a traditional badge Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Warden’s Watch logo & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Threads YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 min
  • 156 Bonus - The Killing Krew Klan: Consequences

    156 Bonus - The Killing Krew Klan: Consequences
    Oct 19 2025
    After the chilling revelations of Episode 156’s “Killing Krew Klan,” the question remained: how would the justice system respond? What consequences did these young trophy hunters face, and did the punishment fit the crime? In this episode, Investigator Patrick Kiely returns to walk us through the penalty phase of the case. Join us as we uncover the final chapter in one of Connecticut’s most disturbing wildlife crimes. Our Sponsors: Thin Green Line Podcast Don Noyes Chevrolet North American Game Warden Museum Hunt Regs WiseEye SecureIt Gun Storage XS Sights “A Cowboy in the Woods” Book Maine's Operation Game Thief International Wildlife Crimestoppers Here’s what we discuss: · Convictions for wildlife crime aren’t always a slam dunk · The prosecutor in the case was an outdoorsman · Original roadside stop netted only a suspended sentence · Paring down up to 30 charges: what will stick? · Group pled guilty to jacklighting · $500 fines and three years’ probation · Banned from hunting for ten years · Conspiracy to sell wildlife and a probation violation · Getting support from judges and prosecutors · “Any time you serve a warrant … you’re opening a Pandora’s Box.” Credits Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores Producer: Jay Ammann Warden’s Watch logo & Design: Ashley Hannett Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Google Waypoint Stitcher TuneIn Megaphone Find More Here: Website Warden’s Watch / TGL Store Facebook Facebook Fan Page Instagram Threads YouTube RSS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 min
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