Rodrigo Pimentel

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Hello, I'm Rodrigo Pimentel, former BOPE captain, author of the renowned 'Elite da Tropa' I and II, and co-producer of the award-winning documentary 'Ônibus 174'. On this channel, I share in-depth analyzes and personal experiences in the fight against drug trafficking in the hills of Rio de Janeiro, offering a unique insight into the complex challenges of public security. My career has provided me with a unique perspective, which serves as a basis for the debates presented here about politics and crime, especially in the Rio context. Furthermore, as co-author of the book 'Elite da Gestão', together with Alexandre Castanhola and Maurilio Nunes, I address the importance of leadership in special operations at the executive level. Prepare yourself for a detailed analysis of security and justice issues in Brazil, with a critical eye and grounded in the reality on the ground.

1:46:21

The Brazil that Became a Land of Militias and Drug Trafficking, with Talita Galhardo | Papo de El...

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 65K views · 4 days ago

3:23:34

Segurança Pública: Eficiência, Sistema Prisional e Facções - Marcelo Freixo | Papo de Elite #016

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 608K views · 3 months ago

1:44:43

From RIFLES to CORPORATE: The New Face of CRIMINAL FACTIONS - Guilherme Derrite | Papo de Elite #040

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 171K views · 2 weeks ago

2:17:41

⁠A bet nunca foi jogo, sempre foi negócio - Witoldo Hendrich e ⁠Paulo Angelito | Papo de Elite #047

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 29K views · Streamed 3 days ago

2:10:43

O Que a Imprensa NÃO TE CONTOU Sobre a MEGAOPERAÇÃO - Coronel Menezes | Papo de Elite #033

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 81K views · 1 month ago

11:14

Lotteries vs. Betting Sites: Why This Comparison Sparks So Much Debate - Witoldo Hendrich and Pau...

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 9.2K views · 1 day ago

8:04

What Happens to Rich and Poor People Who Use Marijuana? @Rodrigo-Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 3.6K views · 6 months ago

10:01

Has Organized Crime Reached Barra da Tijuca? - Rodrigo Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 14K views · 3 months ago

10:01

How a Police Officer Created the Elite Squad Screenplay - Rodrigo Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 3.3K views · 3 months ago

8:53

What Happened to Tim Lopes? The Risks of Investigative Journalism - Rodrigo Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 313K views · 3 weeks ago

9:24

Faith in BOPE: The Untold Story - Rodrigo Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 3.5K views · 2 months ago

8:50

The Day BOPE Discovered Who Was Leaking Operations @Rodrigo-Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 146K views · 6 months ago

8:02

ELITE SQUAD: Did the lookout scene really happen? - Rodrigo Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 12K views · 1 month ago

5:17

Why did Captain Rodrigo Pimentel leave BOPE? @Rodrigo-Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 107K views · 1 year ago

1:48:18

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Bullying, and Domestic Violence with Kyra Gracie | Elite Talk #002

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 18K views · 4 months ago

9:11

Funk Parties and Organized Crime: What's Behind It @Rodrigo-Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 3.9K views · 5 months ago

9:22

Why Don't the Police Use Machine Guns in Helicopters? @Rodrigo-Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 32K views · 6 months ago

13:30

Can the ANTI-GANG LAW change PUBLIC SAFETY? - Guilherme Derrite

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 14K views · 2 weeks ago

10:35

How Do Drug Prices Stay the Same for Years in the Favelas? - Rodrigo Pimentel

Rodrigo Pimentel | Papo De Elite · 88K views · 2 months ago

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