Duty Beyond Duty

From the streets of Chicago to the sands of foreign lands, one man has stood at the crossroads of service and sacrifice. Army Veteran, Police Sergeant, Father, Husband, Brother and Leader. Behind the badge and beyond the uniform, Manny Guzman carries a story shaped by loss, defined by purpose and fueled by a mission to uplift those who have served. He created this podcast not for fame, but for healing. For every first responder who has fought a silent war. For every veteran who has carried a hidden wound. For every family that has felt the weight of sacrifice.

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  Episode #40

  Ep. 71 "SEASON 2, THANK YOU FOR THE JOURNEY"

  Jul 13, 202621 minS2

  <p>Season 2 comes to a close with Episode 40—and an incredible milestone: 71 total episodes of the Duty Beyond Duty Podcast!</p><p>We started this season with one simple message: thank you. Thank you to every listener, follower, guest, supporter, and friend who listened, shared an episode, or believed in our mission.</p><p>Season 2 brought unforgettable conversations with military veterans, first responders, police leaders, educators, doctors, radio personalities, actors, poets, singers, entrepreneurs, chefs, and community leaders. We celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week, honored our fallen and remembered Deputy Chief William Betancourt, recognized Memorial Day Week, celebrated our one-year anniversary, and pr...

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  Episode #39

  Ep. 70 Three Decades of Service: Richard Elias, Duty Beyond Duty

  Jul 6, 202649 minS2

  <p>In this episode of Duty Beyond Duty, host Manny Guzman sits down with an old high school friend and fellow U.S. Army veteran, retired Army Major Richard Elias.</p><p>Richard shares his incredible journey of more than 30 years of military service, from starting as an enlisted 14J Early Warning Systems Operator to becoming an NCO, instructor, paratrooper, and eventually a commissioned Air Defense Artillery officer.</p><p>His career took him around the world with assignments and deployments involving Haiti, Iraq, Qatar, Afghanistan, and the UAE, along with service in legendary units including the 10th Mountain Division, 82...

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  Episode #38

  Ep. 69 Bruce Mason – From Bloomingdale to the Big City and Back Again

  Jun 30, 202632 minS2

  <p>Deputy Chief Bruce Mason of the Bloomingdale Police Department shares his journey from starting his career in Bloomingdale, serving with the Chicago Police Department, and returning to lead his original department as Deputy Chief of Operations.<br>He talks about leadership, mentorship, resilience, and the lessons learned across two very different policing worlds.<br>🎙️ Duty Beyond Duty – Real Stories from Those Who Serve Beyond the Call.</p>

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  Episode #32

  Ep. 68 From Humboldt Park to Smash Jibarito: Joséan Irizarry's Chicago Rican Dream

  Jun 29, 202636 minS2

  <p>In this Chicago Rican Edition of the Duty Beyond Duty Podcast, host Manny Guzman sits down with Joséan Irizarry, founder of Smash Jibarito.</p><p>Joséan shares his journey from Chicago's Puerto Rican community to creating one of the city's most talked-about food concepts. We discuss family, culture, entrepreneurship, overcoming challenges, and the inspiration behind combining the legendary Chicago Jibarito with the smash burger phenomenon.</p><p>This episode is about more than food—it's about pride, perseverance, and representing your roots while building a dream.</p><p>Guest: Joséan Irizarry, Founder of Smash Jibarito<br>Host: M...

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  Episode #37

  Ep. 67 The Intelligence Behind Safety – Redefining Public Safety Through Data and Strategy”

  Jun 22, 202623 minS2

  <p>In this episode of Duty Beyond Duty, host Manny Guzman sits down with Joel Vargas, J.D. — a 30-year expert in data strategy, intelligence analysis, and public safety innovation. From his leadership at the Austin Police Department to his global advisory work with InterPort Police and the U.S. Intelligence Community, Vargas shares how AI, analytics, and vision can transform public safety and rebuild trust.</p><p>🎧 Tune in for a masterclass on leadership, technology, and the human side of intelligence.<br>Follow Duty Beyond Duty on Spotify, Apple Podcasts,Pandora music, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music.</p>

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