Code 21
Code 21
Rory MacRae and Robert Moon
Visit policing in the Scottish Highlands during the nineties and noughties with Pc Robert Moon and Pc Rory McRae. One from the heated seat of a police BMW, one from a single manned remote village police office as they strive so hard and achieve so little with legislation they seem to have largely made up. Warning! This podcast makes extensive use of police dark humour and contains descriptions of death, suicide, crashes , murders and crime. In the words of our former divisional commander, it is the truth according to Robert Moon and Rory McRae and no fucker is going to believe you anyway.
Code 21 Season 2 Episode 11 And nothing like the truth
No one mentioned there’d be a part three... But as the saying goes: Put a rogue in the spotlight, and he’ll play the part of an honest man. In this train wreck finale to a twisted tale. Rory is still fuming, so in a well-intentioned but ultimately futile attempt to cheer him up, Rob sends an email recounting his own so-called heroic efforts of stumbling around inside a derailed train, frantically trying to save anyone he could find.  Predictably, this backfires spectacularly, plunging Rory even deeper into trouble with the higher-ups. Cornered and facing impossible odds in a web of treacherous power plays, Rory faces a crucial choice: play the game just one more time , or tell the truth...
Sep 6, 2024
1 hr 17 min
Code 21 Season 2 Episode 10 The whole truth
Welcome to part two of our thrilling conspiracy series! Rory, ever the master of subtlety, goes on an unhinged tirade to anyone within earshot. He rants about being promoted, demoted, convicted, evicted, and eventually banished to purgatory, left to contemplate his life, failing career, and, worst of all, his new daily routine—driving 80 miles, day and night, in Bob’s dad’s old Citroën Xantia. In a cover-up scandal reminiscent of Trump and Stormy Daniels, Rory becomes notorious throughout the force as "the phone guy," proving British Telecom’s old mascot Buzby's famous catchphrase, "It's good to talk," very, very wrong. But all is not lost. Rory unexpectedly finds love in a strange place, while Bob, well, Bob finds more ice cream.
Sep 2, 2024
1 hr
Code 21 Season 2 Episode 9 The Truth
The next two episodes see the boys take a deep breath and retell a truly staggering story, rivaling any recent Netflix true crime shocker. If true, it raises profound and difficult questions about Police Scotland, the Scottish judicial system, and how they treat those sworn to protect life and uphold the law. But don’t worry, it’s just another “ truth “according to Bob Moon and Rory MacRae and no one believes them anyway. Part one of "The Truth" introduces the tragic tale of four men drowning in one of Scotland's largest and most forbidding lochs. The aftermath forces Rory to confront astonishing police incompetence, cost cutting  and corruption as he fights desperately to save his job, reputation, and sanity.
Jul 22, 2024
1 hr 7 min
Season 2 Episode 8 Pride before a fall (and remembering what the episode was supposed to be about)
This latest episode of "Code 21" comes from Bob's house, in the spectacular shadow of Edinburgh Castle. Here, in Bobs kitchen we find Rory hiding out from the authorities after taking matters into his own hands when he observed a suspicious man lurking around his daughter’s schoolyard. Originally, the plan was to delve into the background of Rory’s unexpected departure from Police Scotland. However, with Rory still in vigilante mode, the discussion takes an unexpected turn as he recounts a recent visit to the Scottish Police College, unaware that it is June and therefore Pride Awareness Month. Rory’s confusion inevitably prompts the boys to reflect on their own understandings of pride and how it was rigorously instilled in police officers during the 1990s.
Jul 1, 2024
54 min
Code 21 Podcast Season 2 Episode 7 Hoovering up the Lasagne
Finding it hard to get into those awkward corners with your hoover? Rory gives helpful tips whilst the boys bemoan how things used to be, how they are and how they should be. On a serious note this episode is about domestics and if you feel relevant to your situation please do get away and seek help
May 21, 2024
54 min
Code 21 Season 2 Episode 6 -Out of the frying pan and into the furnace
In this gripping first installment of a two-part episode, Rory and Bob confront the intense challenges of responding to a domestic disturbance call.  Few scenarios in policing are as fraught with potential danger as domestic incidents. Unraveling the truth behind these allegations proves to be anything but simple. To highlight this complexity, the boys examine a captivating case involving the tragic shooting of a serving  police officer amidst allegations of burglary,arson and domestic abuse. Amidst the tension, Rory shares his definition of a "Rocket" while Bob recounts the harrowing escape of a detainee with antlers.
May 9, 2024
49 min
Code 21 Season 2 Episode 5 Love Islands (Hogtied on Slate)
Rob attempts to teach Rory basic communication skills with the assistance of dog training aids, as the boys fondly recall the days of survival on the island set of the Wicker Man,… This week's episode features a diverse range of events, including terrifying home intrusions, the more laid-back island policing methods, and even a subtle reference to the Royal family.
Feb 22, 2024
1 hr 2 min
Code 21 Season 2 Episode 4 Double trouble
An earnest and poignant exploration of a horrific fictional murder unfolds as Rory and Bob delve into the intricate dynamics of police officers grappling with personal regret and the stress of handling harrowing incidents. Additionally, Rory struggles with the memory lapse of one of his children's names. Listener discretion is advised due to distressing details and descriptions.
Feb 20, 2024
57 min
Code 21 season 2 Episode 3 The Attitude test (How to get away with stuff)
Bob unveils why Rory shamefully remained in hiding throughout November, leaving listeners without episodes. Rory, without any training, believes he can self-diagnose their emotional and psychological well-being. Eventually, amidst their trademark ramblings, the duo delivers a helpful guide on avoiding arrest when confronted by law enforcement. Caution: This episode includes distressing depictions of ice cream crime scenes, 32 tons of dead fish, and the consumption of hallucinogenic fungi.
Jan 11, 2024
1 hr 9 min
Code 21 Season 2 Episode 2 Bangsticks
Bob and Rory take a serious turn today, discussing the intriguing aspects of guns. Amidst attending shootings and a very peculiar game of “Supermarket Sweep,” the duo recounts experiences of being tasered, sprayed with CS incapacitant, and facing threats with knives. While the public may adore the Hollywood image, the reality for a cop pulling the trigger is markedly different.
Jan 11, 2024
59 min
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