S4|E14: La Barbie

Skip Sewell, a former DEA agent renowned for tackling major drug operations in New Orleans, shares gripping tales from the trenches of the drug war. He dives into the violent rise of cartel boss Edgar Valdez Villareal, known as La Barbie, and the unexpected challenges faced by law enforcement. From undercover operations to the intricacies of tracking down elusive traffickers, Sewell reveals the stark contrasts between anticipated violence and actual outcomes. His reflections highlight the complexities of crime and punishment in the ever-changing landscape of drug trafficking.