223: Part 1: Dutch McAlpin – Small town crime chaos – Big time lessons

Murph sits down with Dutch McAlpin, a seasoned law enforcement officer with more than 20 years of boots-on-the-ground experience. Dutch takes us deep inside the world of small-town crime, narcotics investigations, corrections work, and real-life policing, sharing stories that are equal parts humorous, intense, and deeply human.

From his humble beginnings in a small Iowa community to becoming a respected figure in patrol and narcotics enforcement, Dutch reveals the grit, danger, and emotional toll of police work—along with the camaraderie and purpose that keep heroes like him going. He explains how networking, community relationships, and trust can make or break an investigation, and why every cop—big city or small town—faces moments that test their courage, judgment, and resilience.