What happens when a single incident changes the course of your life and career?

In this powerful episode of the Street Tales Podcast, the hosts sit down with Arthur “Rusty” Myers III, author of Tattered, to discuss the July 1, 2019, incident that sparked internal investigations, suspension, public scrutiny, and a long battle to clear his name.

Rusty shares the deeply personal story behind the events that led to losing his badge, the emotional toll of isolation, and the mental health struggles that followed. Through candid reflection, he opens up about navigating uncertainty, confronting self-doubt, and finding the strength to keep moving forward when it seemed like everything had been taken away.

This conversation dives into the realities many first responders face but rarely discuss accountability, perception versus truth, the impact of disciplinary processes, and the importance of seeking help before reaching a breaking point. Rusty also discusses how forgiveness, faith, resilience, and support from others helped him rebuild his life and ultimately return to law enforcement.

Whether you're a law enforcement officer, first responder, leader, or someone facing adversity, this episode offers valuable lessons about perseverance, mental resiliency, personal growth, and leaving the profession better than you found it.

If you've ever felt defeated, misunderstood, or ready to quit, Rusty's story serves as a reminder that your toughest chapter does not have to be your final chapter.

Contact Arthur W. "Rusty" Myers III

• Facebook: @Tatteredfb
• Website: https://www.rusty-myers.com
• YouTube: @tatteredpodcast
• Email: https://www.streettalesnetwork.com/

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In this powerful episode of the Street Tales Podcast, Dr. James Wittig joins host Tyler Martin and co-host Marine Corps Lt. Col. Adam Macaluso for an inspiring and deeply human conversation about resilience, purpose, medicine, and redemption.

A world-renowned orthopedic oncologist and pioneer in limb-salvage surgery, Dr. Wittig shares the incredible journey that led him into medicine, the emotional realities of treating patients battling sarcomas and rare cancers, and what it truly means to save not just lives—but quality of life. From high-stakes surgeries to unforgettable patient stories, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look into one of the most demanding and meaningful fields in medicine.

Dr. Wittig also opens up about his own personal health battles, the lessons learned through adversity, and how those experiences reshaped his perspective on life, leadership, and faith. Together, he and Adam explore the parallels between military service and medicine: sacrifice, discipline, teamwork, and the responsibility of serving others during their most vulnerable moments.

The conversation dives into:

• The evolution of limb-saving cancer surgery
• What makes orthopedic oncology unique
• The emotional weight of caring for patients and families
• Leadership lessons from medicine and the military
• Overcoming personal health challenges
• Purpose, perseverance, and finding meaning through hardship

This is an episode about strength, humility, and the stories that shape who we become.

If you’ve ever faced adversity, cared for someone fighting illness, or wondered what drives people to dedicate their lives to helping others, this conversation will stay with you long after it ends.

To contact us, grab your copy of Street Tales Volume One, shop Street Tales Network apparel (supporting Blue Cancer Connect), and gain access to all shows on our network: 👉 https://www.streettalesnetwork.com/

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In this episode, hosts Tyler and Mo break down two intense, back-to-back police reports from June 2015. The first details an aggravated battery involving a seven-month pregnant woman who declines medical attention and refuses to cooperate with authorities, raising difficult questions about victim autonomy. The second case spirals from a violent altercation into a debated kidnapping charge, complicated by conflicting witness statements, suspects fleeing the scene, and detectives revising charges in real time.

With candid commentary and personal insights woven throughout, Tyler and Mo explore how evidence, victim decisions, and police procedures can dramatically influence the direction—and outcome—of a case.

To contact us, grab your copy of Street Tales Volume One, shop Street Tales Network apparel (supporting Blue Cancer Connect), and unlock access to all shows on our network: 👉 https://www.streettalesnetwork.com/

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