Diary of a L.E.O
Welcome to Diary of a L.E.O. I'm your host, Sterling D. Brown. Join me as we dive into the complexities of law enforcement—exploring the challenges we face, celebrating the victories, and reflecting on the defeats, both big and small.
This podcast is about creating a dialogue that honors the bravery of those who put on the badge and the lives they touch every day. It is dedicated to all the men and women who make the courageous choice to serve and protect our communities. It’s a tribute to their dedication, resilience, and the often unseen sacrifices they make daily.
My hope is to continue bridging the gap between law enforcement and the communities we serve. Together, we can foster understanding and respect—moving beyond stereotypes and recognizing the humanity in one another.
Thank you for tuning in to Diary of an L.E.O.
Episodes
9 episodes
“They’re Not Fighting You… They’re Fighting The Uniform” This Is The Part They Don’t Train You For.
There’s a moment every officer remembers… the first time walking into a housing unit and realizing—this isn’t training anymore. This is real.In this episode of Diary of an L.E.O., Officer Morales opens up about...
Badge To Battleship – Former PO & CO Ofc. McGrew’s Path To Purpose⚓
In this powerful episode of Diary of an L.E.O., host Sterling D. Brown—a former police officer and now a correctional officer—sits down with former officer Rayshaun McGrew, whose journey takes him from the streets of Chic...
From Mandates to Missed Milestones: Why One Corr. Ofc. Walked Away
In this raw installment of Diary of an L.E.O., Sterling Brown sits down with J. Gueits, a former correctional officer who shares the road that led him into the county jail—and the hard lessons that led him out. Gueits talks frankly about the lu...
Breaking Barriers of BIAS: A Female Officer's Journey in Law Enforcement
In this powerful episode of Diary of an L.E.O., Sterling Brown welcomes Officer J, the show’s first female guest, for a raw look inside corrections from a woman’s perspective. With just two years on the job, Officer J breaks down how mutual res...
Correctional Ofc. Jaiden Dreogo: Corrections isn’t just a job — it’s pressure, accountability, and growth under constant scrutiny.
In this episode of Diary of an L.E.O., Correctional Officer Jaiden Droege sits down for an honest and grounded conversation about learning from past experiences, resisting destructive patterns, and choosing purpose behind the badg...
I Got The Money… But Lost The Moments | The Reality Of Corrections & Sacrifice
In this episode of Diary of a L.E.O., we sit down with a former correctional officer who shares the raw truth behind the badge—what it really costs to work inside the walls.From chasing money and long overtime shifts… to missing...
The Last Call: Honoring Ofc. Andrew Duarte
Sterling : 00:00Welcome to a special episode of Diary of an LEO. I'm your host, Sterling Brown. Today we set aside our regular content to honor the life, service and ultimate sacrifice of a brother in blue, officer Andrew Duarte. On Februar...
A Soldier’s Journey Into The World Of Corrections
In this candid episode of Diary of an L.E.O., Sterling Brown sits down with a correctional officer who shares his unique journey from military service to life behind the walls of a county correctional facility. With honesty and depth, he explai...