# @thebrightersideofbluepodcast on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=bzNU-92cTsM
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68850829-thebrightersideofbluepodcast-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2026-08-04T11:00:03.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** The Brighter Side of Blue (@thebrightersideofbluepodcast) — https://gondola.cc/thebrightersideofbluepodcast

## Caption

Our featured interview (47:50) This week on The Brighter Side of Blue, we're joined by SLMPD Officer Matt Tesreau, a 20-year veteran whose career has taken him from patrol to the Rapid Deployment Unit, SWAT, and now the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.

Matt sits down with Tommy, JJ, and John to share stories from two decades of police work, including what it's like tracking violent fugitives across the country, serving high-risk warrants, working alongside federal agencies, and how technology has transformed modern policing. He also discusses the teamwork, patience, and investigative work that goes into finding some of the region's most dangerous criminals.

Along the way, you'll hear unforgettable stories about SWAT operations, nationwide manhunts, cutting-edge equipment, close calls on the job, and why—after 20 years—Matt still approaches every shift with the same enthusiasm he had on day one.

If you've ever wondered what happens after a violent suspect goes on the run, this is an inside look at the men and women dedicated to bringing them to justice.

Before we sit down with Matt, the boys are back around the table with another fun and unpredictable opening. This week, Tommy shares stories from his trip to Newfoundland, the crew discusses a bizarre new crime trend, recent developments in the St. Louis officer ambush investigation, an incredible teenage lifeguard rescue, the latest on Sophie Cunningham and the WNBA, upcoming SLPOA events, and JJ closes with another thought-provoking Zen. As always, expect plenty of laughs, good-natured ribbing, and the conversations that make The Brighter Side of Blue more than just another law enforcement podcast.

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## Tags

behindthebadge, schickerford, thebrightersideofblue, truecrime, fugitivetaskforce, stlouis, policepodcast, podcast, slmpd, matttesreau, lawenforcement, publicsafety, backtheblue, usmarshals, thinblueline

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