Episode Details

In today's episode, we are honored to have Ricardo Aviles join us as he shares his experiences as a military police officer. He provides a candid look into what it was truly like to arrest fellow soldiers and navigates us through the intricate world of the military legal process. Ricardo also reveals the fascinating journey that led him to establish an interpreting business that collaborates closely with law enforcement agencies, highlighting his unique career path and devastating cases that come with it.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:31 - The RICO Podcast and Learning from Life Stories

00:10:54 - Growing up in Puerto Rico

00:16:32 - Choosing to be a Cop

00:21:49 - Cultural Shock and Language Barrier

00:27:07 - Cultural Differences and Respect

00:32:37 - Prison and the Military

00:38:05 - The Ugliness and Realities of War

00:43:34 - Attacked while on duty

00:48:38 - Marine Corps and Military Investigations

00:54:03 - The Importance of Remaining Silent

00:59:25 - Conducting Search and Seizure Operations

01:04:48 - Frustration with Communication

01:10:31 - Jiu-Jitsu Stories

01:16:17 - Raising a Stand

01:27:20 - Encountering a Child Soldier

01:32:45 - A Compromised Interpreter

01:38:25 - The Reality of DV and Language Services

01:43:57 - Interpreting and the Importance of Awareness

01:49:30 - Learning Slang and Talking to Senoritas

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