In this episode of "The Ride Along" Detective Dave Sweet (retired) and journalist Nicole Mackay take you behind the scenes of the interrogation room and show you how the art of persuasion isn't just for salespeople. From building rapport to the practice of empathy, they will explore the unexpected insights that make or break a case. Tune in for some real talk about law enforcement, psychology, and the power of connection. Who knows? You might even pick up a trick or two to help you with your next tough conversation.

In this episode, join Detective Dave Sweet (retired) and journalist Nicole Mackay as they travel back in time to discuss Dave's years spent working in the dark reaches of the undercover experience.

Dave and Nicole dig into the idea of curiosity. Where it stems from, some unfortunate cases in Dave's career that have stemmed from it, and their own methods for dealing with the impact of curiosity in their own lives.

In the inaugural first episode, Dave and Nicole explore the meaning behind a life of service and share meaningful takeaways from the early days of Dave's career as a patrol officer in a large western Canadian police service.