About
Gary Reid Galbreath or “Reid” as his friends call him, is a former police officer and state investigator originally from California. He has worked on countless investigations in government, health insurance, and the private sector. He has over 17 years of experience in law enforcement, investigations, and security. During this time, he had the privilege of serving as a Terrorism Liaison Officer, Training Officer, and Lead Public Safety Officer.
Reid’s law enforcement career abruptly ended when he was fired for being a government whistleblower. Based on his own experiences, Reid is an advocate for whistleblowers who expose corruption, fraud, waste, and abuse. In addition to writing, he hosts a podcast called Whiskey & Whistleblowing.
Reid has worked with charities focused on assisting underprivileged, special needs, and terminally ill children. Reid loves sharing stories, especially while sipping bourbon from a rocks glass. Reid is a nerd at heart who collects unique liquor bottles and other memorabilia.
Featured Work
What Are the Odds: Blowing the Whistle on California's Lottery
Gary Reid Galbreath was born and raised in California and knew from a young age that he wanted to devote himself to the pursuit of justice. From donning his first seersucker suit at 4 years old like this idol Ben Matlock to his career in law enforcement, he was determined to seek out the truth and level the playing field for everyone.
Little did he know that seeking the truth and finding justice as a California State Lottery Investigator would get him labeled as a whistleblower. Fired and shunned by the very people he thought would support him in his quest for fairness, Reid, as he is affectionately known, shares his story of vindication and clearing his name.
"What Are the Odds: Blowing the Whistle on California's Lottery" recounts Galbreath's experiences as an investigator, how he came to be a whistleblower, and the ensuing fallout. This is a story about doing the right thing even if it isn't the popular thing.
