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President Steve Grammas and Director Daniel Coyne from the Las Vegas Police Protective Association will be discussing police issues locally and nationally along with some humor.

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    • Feb 12, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 6m AVG DURATION
    • 22 EPISODES


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    LVPPA Podcast Episode #22 : Navigating VA Disability Claims with Alex Dell

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 67:31


    In our latest **LVPPA Podcast Episode #22**, we had the pleasure of hosting **Alex Dell** from the **Law Firm of Alex Dell**. Alex and his team specialize in **helping law enforcement officers who have served in the military** by providing expert representation for **VA disability claims**.  During the episode, Alex breaks down **what a VA disability claim is**, who qualifies for benefits, and how his firm assists veterans in navigating the often complex claims process. He emphasizes the **importance of having the right information** when filing a claim and how his team works diligently to ensure that veterans **receive the benefits they deserve**.  If you are a **law enforcement officer and military veteran** looking for guidance on **VA disability claims**, this episode is a must-listen. Alex Dell provides valuable insights into the **entire process**, from **gathering documentation** to **filing an appeal if necessary**.  Tune in to **LVPPA Podcast Episode #22** to learn how Alex Dell and his team can **help you secure the benefits you've earned through your service**.

    #21 2024 Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2024 65:43


    In the latest episode of the Las Vegas Police Protective Association (LVPPA) Podcast, President Steve Grammas engages in a comprehensive discussion about the 2024 election with John Abel, Director of Governmental Affairs, and Adella Solano, Events Coordinator and Producer of the LVPPA Podcast. John Abel provides an in-depth analysis of Nevada's election landscape, detailing the LVPPA's legislative involvement and the rigorous process of endorsing candidates. He emphasizes the association's commitment to supporting candidates who align with law enforcement interests and public safety priorities. Adella Solano shares her personal journey into political engagement, highlighting the factors that sparked her interest in the 2024 election and her active participation in the political arena. Her narrative underscores the importance of individual involvement in the democratic process. This episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of law enforcement and politics, reflecting the LVPPA's dedication to advocating for its members and the community.

    #20 Standing Together Against NFL Biometrics & Officer Wellness Initiatives

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 71:01


    In this episode, we sit down with Chief Reggie Rader to discuss the NFL's recent push for biometric data collection from police officers. The LVPPA and LVMPD are united in their stance, refusing to sign any agreement that allows the storage and potential sharing of officer biometrics with the NFL's partners. Chief Rader explains the implications of this decision and the impact it could have on law enforcement.   We also welcome Dr. Tenney and CAO James Kilber from the LVMPD Wellness Bureau, who provide insights into the critical role of officer wellness and share exciting updates about the new wellness facility.   Finally, Steve Grammas introduces the newest member of the LVPPA Executive Board, Joel Blasko. Tune in for these important conversations affecting our officers and the community.  

    #19 Sheriff Kevin McMahill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 64:45


    Sheriff McMahill visits the new studio! He and LVPPA President Steve Grammas have candid conversations about his first 18 months on the job, the future of policing, artificial intelligence, the Police V Fire Football game, and so much more. LIKE FOLLOW SUBSCRIBE COMMENT!

    18 Undersheriff Andy Walsh

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 68:26


    Andy Walsh is in studio with Steve Grammas to speak about the new administration, the adjustments of new leadership, training, and the future. LIKE, FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, AND COMMENT!

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    #17 John Abel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2023 36:05


    In Episode 17 of the LVPPA (Las Vegas Police Protective Association) Podcast, the hosts had a special guest, John Abel, who serves as the Governmental Affairs Director. John provided a unique and behind-the-scenes look into the 2023 legislation session that took place in Carson City that year. He shed light on the various bills that were passed during the session and their direct impact on police officers. To gain firsthand insights into the legislative process and advocate for the interests of police officers, John moved to Carson City for a period of six months. He shares his experiences and challenges during this time, giving listeners a glimpse into the world of lobbying and policy-making. President Steve Grammas discusses  the controversial Jason Aldean song. The song in question appears to have sparked significant public outcry, and Steve Grammas addressed the reasons behind the uproar and provided the perspective of the LVPPA on the matter. Overall, Episode 17 seems to have provided valuable information on the legislation session's outcomes and the efforts made by the LVPPA to advocate for the interests of police officers. It also covered some intriguing controversies within the community, making it an engaging and informative podcast installment.

    #16 Bryan Peterson and Scott Nicholas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 89:34


    Director of SWAT/K9 Bryan Peterson stops by the studio to discuss his background and multitude of issues with PPA President Steve Grammas and PPA Vice President Scott Nicholas.

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    #15 Tierney Tomburo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2023 65:11


    Officer Tierney Tomburo stops by the studio to tell us about her upbringing and her OIS incident that made headlines last year. She tells the chilling story that became a life or death situation. Her bravery in this situation led her to be nominated as Nevada's Top Cop nominee at national police week in Washington D.C. This is not an episode to be missed. Make sure you LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE!

    #14 Police v Fire/Police Week Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 67:03


    Football Captains Sean Reilly and Dylan Hite are in studio to talk about the upcoming charity football game (May 6, 6pm, Bishop Gorman High School). Host President Steve Grammas also chats with Committee Member Seth Stokes and Sergeant at Arms Bryan Yant about the fundraising and community outreach regarding the charity football game and National Police Week in Washington DC.

    #14 (Undersheriff Andy Walsh)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2023 98:38


    The PPA Podcast is back! Hosts President Steve Grammas, Treasurer Dan Coyne, and Event Coordinator Adella Solano are here and we have a lot to catch you up on! We bring in the New Year with a special guest, Undersheriff Andy Walsh. We cover a variety of topics including the new and exciting changes from the new administration! LIKE, FOLLOW, SUBSCRIBE, AND COMMENT!

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    #12 (Remond Willis)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 68:10


    President Steve Grammas and Secretary Greg Stinnett are here hosting episode 12. We have a special guest, Remond Willis. Remond not only is a terrific officer, but also our leader on the field. He's here to recap the Police v Fire Charity Football Game and talk about some current events around the valley. This is not an episode to be missed. Make sure you LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, and SHARE!

    #11 Top Cops: Jeff Corbett and Tom Cognian (Live from D.C.)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 52:40


    PPA President Steve Grammas and Treasurer Dan Coyne host today's episode of the LVPPA Podcast. We are coming at you on location from Police Week in our Nation's Capital. Today we are recapping what the experience was like this week. Top Cops, Police Memorial, and the Candelight Vigil for fallen officers was an incredible event that is not to be missed. Our special guest are Nevada's Top Cop Finalists, Jeff Corbett and Tom Cognian, here to tell us more details about that fateful day. Their bravery and quick thinking were incredible to watch. Enjoy!

    #10 Live from Las Vegas Ballpark (Joe Lombardo and Jim Gemma)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 65:11


    For our 10th episode we took the show on the road. PPA President Steve Grammas and Treasurer Dan Coyne head to Las Vegas Ballpark, home of the Aviators, to meet with some very interesting people. First they chat with Jim Gemma, Director of Media Relations for the Aviators, to learn about how the stadium and the organization became one of the best clubs in all of Minor League Baseball. Then to close the episode Steve and Dan have a comprehensive conversation with Sheriff Lombardo about his background, campaign for Governor, and why the LVPPA voted to endorse him in the upcoming election. Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the PPA Podcast on all your favorite platforms!

    #9 Candidates for Sheriff (Stan Hyt, Tom Roberts, and Kevin McMahill)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2022 83:40


    President Steve Grammas and Treasurer Dan Coyne are back! We have a very special episode where we interview the three main candidates for the Clark County Sheriff Position. Stan Hyt, Tom Roberts, and Kevin McMahill are all in studio to talk about the biggest issues facing our officers and their upcoming campaign season. Please make sure you FOLLOW, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to our podcast!

    The PPA Podcast #8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 63:09


    In this episode President Steve Grammas and newly promoted Treasurer Dan Coyne return to cover an array of subjects. They breakdown current session and provide a contract update, analyze some OIS, talk thin blue line (and meaning), talk policing in school, answer some fan questions, and examine "15 Things Cops Wish the Public Knew About Policing." This is not an episode to be missed! Make sure you LIKE, FOLLOW, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE!

    The PPA Podcast #7

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 71:39


    Brian "BG" Grammas steps in and guests hosts this week's episode. BG and Steve talk about fallen officers, current events in politics, family life, and retirement plans. This episode talks about Dallas Harris Senate bill 212 police reform. Steve talks about the meeting he had with Vegas Golden Knights and his conversation with Ryan Reeves. This episode has a lot of important information and even more laughs. This episode has been dedicated to Officer Talley from Boulder Police Department. Make sure you LIKE, FOLLOW, and SUBSCRIBE!!!

    The PPA Podcast #6

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 59:51


    On this episode of the PPA Podcast Steve and Dan will be speaking with Washington National and their products and free college they are offering to PPA members, defund the police movement across the nation, Senator Dallas Harris Nevada police reform bills, Attorney General Aaron Ford NV AB58 bill, Kim Reynolds of Iowa Back the blue bill 1140 and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training with Chad Lyman. Chad will be breaking down some videos of police officers involved take downs of suspects. LIKE, FOLLOW, AND SUBSCRIBE!

    The PPA Podcast #5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2021 77:50


    #5

    Myron Hamm and John Abel

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2020 64:15


    On this week's episode we talk COVID health and safety, the vaccine, the potential dangers of "police free calls", analyze a dangerous OIS (Officer Involved Shooting), talk about the booking process, and we end the show with some humor. Our own John Abel eats one of the hottest tortilla chips in the world. This is not an episode to be missed! Please LIKE FOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE!

    COVID Exposures, LAPD Chief Survey, and 5 Stresses Officers Deal with

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 31:20


    PPA President Steve Grammas and Director Dan Coyne are back with another important episode of the PPA Podcast! They touch on COVID exposures and those testing numbers, LAPD Chief Survey, the stresses of the job, take questions from fellow officers, and there might just be a bet on a hot dog eating contest. Episode 3 is not one to be missed. Make sure you FOLLOW, LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE. We appreciate all the support so far!

    Frank Mir

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2020 63:11


    Former UFC Heavyweight Champion, Frank Mir, comes to the studio and gives us an amazing interview. It was really interesting to hear his perspective on modern policing, the mindset of a championship level fighter, and his experiences coming from a police family. This is not an episode to be missed! We also review some tape of arrests. Frank uses his experience to give us a play by play of physical arrests, and what officers can do to improve their technique! Please LIKE, FOLLOW, and SUBSCRIBE to our podcast on your favorite platform.

    Michele Fiore

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2020 71:35


    Las Vegas City Councilwoman, Michele Fiore, was gracious enough to drop by the studio to discuss our recent election cycle and the prospects of our city's future. President Grammas and Director Coyne also discuss this new world we live in, how we police during COVID-19, the "VGK Letter", Thanksgiving do's and don'ts, and we poke fun at some of the dumbest criminals youtube has to offer. Please LIKE, FOLLOW, and SUBSCRIBE!

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