A Tradition of Violence is a podcast about deputy gangs that operate within the LA County Sheriff’s Department. Host Cerise Castle wrote the history of deputy gangs in LA for Knock LA, exposing their 50-year reign of terror and murder.
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Signup to Generate a PitchA Tradition of Violence is a podcast about deputy gangs that operate within the LA County Sheriff’s Department. Host Cerise Castle wrote the history of deputy gangs in LA for Knock LA, exposing their 50-year reign of terror and murder.
Recent episodes include "Meet the Candidate: Mike Bornman" (31 May 2026, 55 minutes), "A Word from the Incumbent" (31 May 2026, 36 minutes), and "Meet the Candidate: Andre White" (30 May 2026, 48 minutes).
A Tradition of Violence publishes roughly daily, with episodes averaging 56 minutes across 22 episodes.
Booking probability for A Tradition of Violence is 38%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. A Tradition of Violence requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. A Tradition of Violence's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for A Tradition of Violence are Courts, Police & Public Safety.
A Tradition of Violence is a general show with 22 episodes published.
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Episode #5
<p>Retired Captain Mike Bornman served 36 years on the LA County Sheriff's Department. Mike worked a number of assignments ranging from the Firestone station to internal affairs, where he investigated misconduct claims...
Episode #6
<p>Cerise Castle speaks checks in with Sheriff Robert Luna in the midst of his re-election campaign. Luna discusses the department's current stance on deputy gangs, and why he believes a nuanced approach towards...
Episode #5
<p>Andre White is the youngest candidate in the race for LA County Sheriff. In this interview, he recounts retaliation he faced after reporting a supervisor. He says that current leadership is out of touch, and it is...
Episode #3
<p>Host Cerise Castle sits down with Palmdale Lt. Oscar Martinez, candidate for Sheriff of Los Angeles County. Oscar supports the constitutional sheriffs movement and believes there needs to be AI implemented throughout...
Episode #2
<p>Eric Strong recently retired after 32 years in policing after working at the Compton Police Department, LA Sheriff's Department and the Department of Probation. He is running to the left of Sheriff Robert Luna on a...
Episode #1
<p>A Tradition of Violence is back to cover the 2026 Election for Sheriff of Los Angeles County. Current Sheriff Robert Luna is facing a field of 8 challengers, including some familiar faces.</p><p>Cerise attempts to...
Episode #14
<p >Deputy gangs don’t seem to be going anywhere. In fact, their violence and influence seems to be growing. So, what is there to do to stop them? Doesn’t anyone care? </p> <p >A Tradition of Violence is hosted and...
Episode #13
<p>Deputy gang members aren’t the only ones who are responsible for violence and corruption. Actions of LA County Sheriff’s Department personnel have led to unlawful arrests, devastating injuries, and even deaths.</p>...
Episode #12
<p>LA is home to the entertainment industry. Police agencies work closely with writers, producers and executives to create programming that puts them in the best light. These television shows dominate network...
Episode #11
<p>The East Los Angeles Sheriff’s station has the most documented history of deputy gangs. Today, the station is dominated Banditos. Member activities allegedly include leaving dead rats for enemies and killing...
A Tradition of Violence
<p>The deputy gang story continues to unfold every day. Cerise is taking a much needed break this week from reporting. For now, a special bonus interview with Locatora Radio highlighting ongoing issues with the LA...
Episode #10
<p>Deputies tied to the 3000 Boys at Men’s Central Jail have made their way to the streets of Compton and formed a new gang. Their brutal tactics have captured the attention of the public.</p> <p >A Tradition of...
Episode #9
<p>Most people think of Los Angeles as a progressive county. But the Antelope Valley has a long history of white supremacist violence, sometimes helped along by deputy gangs.</p> <p>The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s...
Episode #8
<p>Deputies are caught lying in court and fired, but get their jobs back through an appeal. Evidence of misconduct is suppressed with the help of local district attorneys.</p> <p>We want to hear from you. If you have a...
Episode #7
<p>Outside the eyes of the public, violence inside Los Angeles County jails at the hands of the 3000 and 2000 Boys deputy gangs went unchecked. But the efforts of incarcerated people eventually brought down the sheriff...
Episode #6
<p>Deputy gang members have risen to the top of the department. Employees are told to 'work in the grey', and killings become frequent. </p> <p >A Tradition of Violence is hosted and executive produced by Cerise Castle...
Episode #5
<p>Today in Los Angeles County, ballots are being counted in one of the most watched races for sheriff in the United States. Former Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna makes the case for why he should replace Alex...
Episode #4
<p>Currently, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is headed by Alex Villanueva. He’s billed himself as a progressive democrat, but his administration has denied the existence of deputy gangs existence, defied...
Episode #3
<p >In the early 1990's, the LA County Sheriff's station in Lennox was the birthplace of a new deadly deputy gang: The Grim Reapers. </p> <p >A Tradition of Violence is hosted and executive produced by Cerise Castle...
Episode #2
<p>The Lynwood Vikings terrorized Los Angeles resident's and other deputies who resisted their brutality. One man died trying to bring them down. </p> <p >A Tradition of Violence is hosted and executive produced by...
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