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Roger Parrino

Roger Parrino
University of Albany
Roger Parrino

This edition will be dedicated to the innocent victims of gun violence in America, and will include an interview with retired NYPD homicide detective and hostage negotiator Roger Parrino. Awarded the Medal of Valor for his actions on 9/11, Roger was also the chief detective who re-investigated the infamous Central Park Jogger case and served as senior counsel to the Secretary of Homeland Security from 2014-2017. Roger will discuss the doctrine of "Run, Hide, Fight."

All Things Soul with Jeh Johnson is a part of WBGO's Rhythm and Song Weekend programming lineup, which includes the highly popular program Rhythm Revue with Felix Hernandez, as well as archival programs like Portraits in Blue and Blues Break.<br/>