Mirrors and Windows with Katrina Campins
Join Katrina Campins—single mother, Apprentice reality star, Fox News contributor, and host of Mansion Global on Fox Business—in a quest for “real.” In a world of polarity, divisiveness, and endless categorical boxes, Katrina and her guests push beyond shame, fear, and pride to facilitate authentic, heart-led conversations about the joys and struggles of our crazy human lives.
From Shark Tank moguls to hip hop legends—gold medalists, Hollywood actors, business leaders and FBI agents—Campins breaks down barriers both with humor and heart. By tapping into the wisdom of personal, lived experiences, she sweeps listeners into a place of openness and authenticity, inviting them to use others’ stories as both mirrors and windows into their own human experiences.
Taboo-shattering candidness meets the edgy, no-holds-barred style in this conversation-based podcast with heart, vulnerability, and relatability. Featuring NBA all-stars on the struggles of parenting, first ladies on subtleties of prejudice, and CMT superstars on rediscovering their faith while working the music industry, be prepared to laugh, cry, and possibly hurl your listening device across the room.
In other words, get ready for all the feels. Because the window into someone else’s world might just be a mirror to your own.
Mirrors and Windows with Katrina Campins
Life as an FBI Agent: David Solis's True FBI Tales
In this episode, David shares his extraordinary journey into the FBI, beginning with his passion for service during high school and college. After an initial rejection in 1990, a reapplication post-9/11 changed his life, landing him in Washington D.C. He discusses the unexpected challenges of working with violent gangs like MS-13, the importance of informants, and the emotional intelligence required to connect with them.
David also highlights his experiences with undercover work, human trafficking, and crimes against children. His heartfelt stories of gratitude from former gang members and the struggles of balancing professional danger with personal life, including his family's sacrifices and prayers, provide a profound insight into the complexities and rewards of a career in the FBI. David's narrative underscores the theme of empathy in law enforcement and the evolving nature of policing in today's world.
01:07 Joining the FBI: A Journey of Persistence
03:57 Assigned to Violent Gangs: A New Challenge
04:36 Inside MS-13: Structure and Operations
06:27 Building Trust: The Role of Informants
15:13 Human Trafficking and Crimes Against Children
20:58 Undercover Operations: The Dark Side of the Internet
23:21 Undercover Work: The Realities and Challenges
24:03 Undercover Operations: The Party Sting
26:39 The Tragic Tale of Brenda Paz
30:07 Empathy and Vulnerability in Law Enforcement
33:37 Balancing Family and Dangerous Work
39:11 Modern Challenges in Law Enforcement
43:11 Safety Tips for Women
45:26 A Personal Story of Fear and Relief
47:29 Reflections on a Rewarding Career
With Gratitude, Respect + Love,
Katrina Campins
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