Under Too Long

In 2007, agents of the New York State Petroleum, Alcohol, and Tobacco Bureau (PATB) seized over half a million dollars in untaxed alcohol, drugs, and guns. This takedown, the largest in New York history, led to 87 arrests, the recovery of an unprecedented quantity of cocaine, crack, and marijuana, and captured the attention of law enforcement agencies all around the world. Under Too Long is the story of the PATB undercover team that led this investigation, as seen through the eyes of “Billy the Liquor Guy.” Billy’s twelve-year odyssey into the world of undercover operations led him to dine in the homes of the “bad guys, ” buy bombs from a man in Yonkers, travel to Tunisia to find an informant, and be hired as a hit man. But his undercover life took an enormous toll on Billy and his family, almost destroying them both. The only thing he could rely upon to get him through were his confidence, his sense of humor, and his team. This story combines true life investigation, graphic behind-the-scenes scenarios, and a personal tale about what happens psychologically to an agent when he’s undercover too long. This is the complete audiobook.

Episodes

Mar 21, 2025

26 min

Episode 1: Undercover OriginsMeet “Billy the Liquor Guy” as he’s thrust into a high-stakes undercover world of illegal alcohol, narcotics, and unexpected alliances. This gripping debut episode pulls you into real-life undercover operations, fast talk, and faster decisions—with danger always a step behind.

Mar 21, 2025

26 min

Mar 21, 2025

48 min

Episode 2: Earning the Alias Billy enters undercover training, where street smarts beat book smarts—and he’s got both. From classroom challenges to building “Operation Spirits,” this episode dives into deep cover tactics, unfiltered agency culture, and the birth of a bold new mission.

Mar 21, 2025

48 min

Mar 21, 2025

47 min

Episode 3: Street Names & Street Games As “Billy the Liquor Guy” earns his name, the operation grows bolder—mixing barroom charm, undercover hustle, and unfiltered grit. Meet Tony, Billy the Bear, and a cast of criminals who never see him coming.

Mar 21, 2025

47 min

Mar 28, 2025

53 min

Episode 4: Deepening the GameAs the operation intensifies, Billy navigates shifting alliances, suspicious eyes, and rising pressure from higher-ups. With bold moves, quick wit, and a knack for blending in, he pushes deeper into the criminal underworld—one risky step at a time.

Mar 28, 2025

53 min

Apr 4, 2025

48 min

Episode 5: Double Lives & Dangerous Deals New faces, bigger risks, and deals that test loyalties—Billy walks a razor-thin line between agent and outlaw. As the operation expands, so does the danger, with offers he can’t accept and warnings he can’t ignore.

Apr 4, 2025

48 min

Apr 11, 2025

46 min

Episode 6: Warnings, Weapons & Key West Threats heat up as Billy faces pressure from allies and enemies alike. From ominous warnings to sun-soaked surveillance in Key West, the mission takes unexpected turns—and the stakes have never been higher.

Apr 11, 2025

46 min

Apr 18, 2025

46 min

Episode 7: Explosives, Egos & Close Calls With bombs bought and tensions rising, Billy's crew plays a dangerous game of trust and deception. The operation grows louder—and riskier—as new players enter and the pressure to deliver escalates fast.

Apr 18, 2025

46 min

Apr 25, 2025

47 min

Episode 8: Bigger Parties, Darker Secrets As the operation expands, so does the chaos—new recruits, deeper criminal ties, and a dive into disturbing territory. Billy confronts the ugliest corners of the underworld, where every move could be his last.

Apr 25, 2025

47 min

May 2, 2025

35 min

Episode 9: Takedowns, Trauma & Twists The operation hits hard with major arrests, close calls, and moments that leave lasting scars. As Billy balances danger with dark humor, cracks begin to show—and the weight of undercover life starts to take its toll.

May 2, 2025

35 min

May 9, 2025

37 min

Episode 10: Close Calls & Cold Reality A million-dollar misstep and a showdown on the BQE push Billy to the edge. With tension mounting and trust wearing thin, the line between survival and disaster has never been blurrier.

May 9, 2025

37 min

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