BROS AND CONS

THE UNDERCOVER COP WITH A DEATHWISH | TODD MAGUIRE aka DONNY WILSON
What happens when a man who has lost everything begins taking risks that could cost him his life?
In this powerful episode of Bros and Cons, we sit down with former undercover police officer Todd Maguire, who operated under the name Donny Wilson and lived a life few people could ever imagine.
Behind the badge was a man carrying deep personal pain. In his mid-20s, Todd experienced the devastating loss of his girlfriend to suicide, a tragedy that forced him to question life, purpose and everything he once believed.
We explore the experiences that shaped him, his journey into the dangerous world of undercover policing, and the risks he took while operating in environments where trust can be the difference between life and death.
But this conversation goes far beyond policing and crime.
This is an emotional conversation filled with powerful messages, unexpected laughs and moments that will make you stop and think.
Despite the differences between the people on either side of the law, there are human stories that deserve to be heard. This is a rare opportunity to hear perspectives that are not often brought together in mainstream media.
Todd has also written a book about his experiences, with the possibility of the story making its way to the big screen.
From tragedy to purpose, from the world of undercover policing to an unexpected connection with former criminals this is a conversation about the human being behind the story.
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⚠️ CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of suicide, grief, mental health, violence, drugs and criminal activity. Viewer discretion is advised.
Timestamps:
00:00 INTRODUCTION
03:05 Book Donny Wilson
08:27 My partner Karen
30:35 LIFE after
36:00 looking for answers
40:00 life following traumatic event
41:30 Undercover police
42:22 my soul was gone
45:00 undercover cop with a death wish
47:00 a day in the office as undercover
52:50 “your a cop!”
56:00 views on drugs
57:20 buying guns “SETUP.”
01:02:00 corrupt detective
01:03:23 I left the police
01:03:55 Healing
01:08:30 New beginning
01:12:40 same team
01:13:00 helping people vs police
01:14:35 real man
01:15:20 similarities
01:19:00 Book by Todd Maguire
01:28:57 message
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rom prison to redemption. Jimmy Fanoa joins Bros and Cons to share his journey, the lessons that shaped him, and his transition into a new chapter of life.
We get into prison life, fitness, the mentality of time, Green Light Scaffolding, and the vision behind the Guildford Revival in Western Sydney. Jimmy also shares memories, advice, and the people who have played a part in his journey.
This is a conversation about discipline, growth, brotherhood, and turning your past into purpose.
CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Introduction
04:09 – G40: The Guildford Story
09:50 – Prison and Fitness
17:00 – Time Is Beautiful
26:09 – Prison Yarns
31:00 – Value of Time
34:00 – release
36:20 – Transitioning to a New Life
39:50 – The Guildford Revival in Sydney
42:00 – What’s Coming Up Next
46:00 – The Toughest Sessions
58:00 – Best Friend
59:24 – Advice for the Next Generation
01:00:30 – Where to Find Jimmy
01:01:00 – Announcement
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On this episode of Bros and Cons, we welcome a good old friend, Mario, to the podcast for a raw and honest conversation about friendship, the streets, and the journey that changed his life forever.
One question people often ask is: Do your old friends get upset when you change your life? Do they support what you’re doing, or do they prefer the person you used to be?
We open up about the reality of outgrowing your old life, the challenges that come with change, and what happens when the people who knew you before your transformation see you walking a different path.
To close out the discussion, Mario shares a powerful personal testimony about his experiences with demonic torment and his journey towards Jesus Christ. A real-life story of darkness, spiritual warfare, faith, and redemption.
Sometimes, the streets shape your past, but they don’t have to determine your future.
No matter how far you’ve gone, there is always hope in Jesus Christ. All glory to God. ✝️🙏🏽
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Justin Makhlouf joins Bros & Cons to break down what it really takes to become the LAST MAN STANDING in one of the craziest endurance races around.
We go behind the scenes of the race — the physical pain, the mental battle, the mindset required to keep going when your body is telling you to stop, and what it took to outlast everyone else.
But for Justin, it was about more than just running.
He opens up about his faith in God, what the experience meant to him spiritually, and how his faith helped carry him through the hardest moments. At one point during the race, a priest even prayed over him between sets, creating a powerful moment in the middle of an already incredible challenge.
We get into the preparation, the mindset, the breaking points, the faith, and what goes through your head when you know you still have another lap to run.
How far can the human mind and body really go?
This is the story behind the race, the man, and the mindset that made Justin Makhlouf the LAST MAN STANDING.
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This episode is one you don’t want to miss. 🏃🏽‍♂️🔥
William opens up about a defeat he experienced that he’ll never forget the and the moment his brothers refused to leave him behind and ran back to get him.
We talk about brotherhood, the power of coalition, and what it really means to have people beside you when things get tough.
From being released from prison to taking on his first marathon, William shares the journey, the struggles, the laughs and the lessons that came along the way.
A story of brotherhood, resilience, redemption and pushing through when you’re already running on empty.
Plenty of laughs. Plenty of inspiration. And a story you’ll remember.
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