The interview features retired DEA Supervisory Special Agent Jack McFarland, who shares his 32-year career highlights. He recounts early Philadelphia drug busts, his time training new agents at Quantico, and challenging international assignments in the Caribbean, including a "reverse undercover" sting. McFarland also discusses the personal toll of the job, including an assassination attempt on his agent's family and the loss of colleagues, reflecting on the dedication and sacrifices made in combating drug trafficking globally.
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00:00 - Start
00:17 - Guest Introduction & DEA Origins
10:25 - Undercover Operations & Major Seizures
21:26 - Quantico Instructor & DEA Tactical Training
36:47 - Caribbean Division & "Reverse Undercover" Sting:
52:00 - Targeted Assassination Attempt & Island Violence
1:00:00 - TSA Incident & Freighter Interception
1:08:59 - Risk vs. Reward in DEA Operations
1:18:50 - Honoring Fallen Agents & Personal Reflections

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DEA Agent Almost Shot on Operation | Jack McFarland | Ep. 353