The Black House on the Corner

"Months have gone by, and still no new episodes?!!" Well, you can't say that anymore? Nate talks about some updates with the family and some thoughts on the turmoil going on with his current employer! What is your "WHY"? Why do you serve? Why did you choose to be a cop? Nate's reason can be articulated in one quote, and he shares that quote in this episode. "Love Your Folk"

Nate talks about the podcast funk & wanting to produce quality over quantity episodes. We dive in to living with a purpose and having goals, specifically Nate's leadership goals. Then we dive deeper and talk God, Spirituality and what we're figuring out for us.

Matt and Josh are back and we are trying to establish a title for the episodes when the three of us get together and talk about random stuff. Today we talked about getting feedback from others, Christmas traditions, cooking, leadership, and currents events in Salt Lake County. 

Part 2 of Ego and Empathy in Law Enforcement. Is an Ego essential in life to succeed? Nate and Jess talk about  Ego in life and how we can elevate our lives and help you in your Level Up journey!!

Nate and Jess sit down and drop Part 1 of the comparisons between an Empath versus the Ego in us all. We discuss the reason for people for getting into being a police officer versus the reason they stay in the industry and how promotions and rejection can hinder our success if we are not careful with a PURPOSE. 

Nate shares some quick thoughts on how he is trying to level up in life as a husband, dad, leader and how we can be aware of how others perceive us. 

Eric Densley, a retired United States Marine and retired Police Officer sits with Nate and talks about boot camp, being a sniper for the USMC, going to Kuwait in the Gulf War, and his role in the military. Eric also talks about his time as a prison guard, a detective, a member of SWAT, and a patrol officer for multiple police departments. 

Josh Wash and Nate talk about getting eliminated from the playoffs for Youth Football, season 2022 with the Mountain Ridge Mity Mite Black team.  They discuss the lessons learned and what can be improved upon for next year as coaches and players. Thanks for all the learning this year, Josh Wash!

Det. Geoff Clark shares some of his stories on the podcast. He talks about some of his cases he investigated as a Detective. He shares a story about being a Motor Officer, his time spent as an investigator with the Attorney General's Office, as well as time with the High Risk Victim's Unit. He also talks about his experience in a critical incident in 2018. Geoff shares some very raw and emotional experiences dealing with mental health in law enforcement. 

Det. Geoff Clark shares some of his stories on the podcast. He talks about some of his cases he investigated as a Detective. He shares a story about being a Motor Officer, his time spent as an investigator with the Attorney General's Office, as well as time with the High Risk Victim's Unit. He also talks about his experience in a critical incident in 2018. Geoff shares some very raw and emotional experiences dealing with mental health in law enforcement. 

Matt and Josh came back to share stories from their hunting experiences in the Utah wilderness. They talk about some near-death experiences they have endured, and funny tales about being in the mountains with their families. 

Maz stopped by the Black House on the Corner and he and Nate talk about leadership, the ever changing system of policing, communication, and he tells a little about his career and the assignments he has had. 

Det. Jerry Valdez and Nate talk about giving back to the community, mental health of police officers, and how to manage work, life, and family. 

Corey and Nate put an impromptu episode together and talk about some of Corey's history in law enforcement and some crazy stories while on SWAT.  Check it out! 

We talk about boot camp, Zach's time in Hawaii and the Philippines. Dan shares some short stories about his time in the Marines and his leadership roles in "the sandbox". 

Matt "Wanneschlitten" S. and Josh Stilson visit Nate and talk about their experiences in law enforcement and some insight on leadership. 

Nate talks about the concept of F*CK that GUY and F*CK the Rest, too!

The coaches sit down, watch some film, and we talk about a big win on Saturday against Northridge. 54-6 was the final score, but we believe the score should have been 60-6 because of a missed call by the referees. 

Ret. Lt. Manny Lassig joined Nate and Jess on the Podcast to talk about his career and some of the amazing things he did in his 41 year career. We only scratched the surface on what was an outstanding career in law enforcement. Thank you, Manny Lassig, for sharing your time with us. 

Nate and Jess talk about more of Nate's issues with breaching his comfort zone. We also talk about potential guests coming onto the Podcast to share their stories.

Coaches Josh Bailey and Josh Washington are back on the podcast and we talk about week 1 in Mighty Mite Football. We played Cedar Valley and won 19-8, but there is still a lot of work to be done in order to repeat last year's undefeated Championship record. 

Kooper talks about her 9th Birthday and all the fun things she has done so far on HER DAY! Dad and Mom share how much she means to our family. 

Kooper shares here success as a goalie and as a  FORWARD in the Adidas Cup today. Kooper also answers a serious question about her thoughts on her dad being a Police Officer. 

Nate and Jess talk about 14 years of marriage and ask each other questions that were listed "controversial". 

*THIS EPISODE CONTAINS LANGUAGE THAT MAY OFFEND SOME PEOPLE*Josh Bailey and Josh Washington join Nate to talk football, youth coaching, and the obstacles that come with coaching kids and building relationships with their families. 

Nate and Jess talk about the process they went through to build their home, and the obstacles they faced during that time period. 

Nate and Jess talk about the Lord family experience in coaching the kids in sports (mostly football).

Dax and his cousin Trystan jumped on the Podcast to share some funny stories. They ask each other "juicy" questions, and their answers are hilarious.  

Dax hosted his own show and had his real good friend on the podcast with him. They talk about girls, hot tubs, lying, and basically just laughed together while they make crazy conversation. Enjoy! **Thanks to the parents of both kids for letting everyone enjoy their crazy innocent minds for a half hour. 

Nate talks solo about the 4th of July and Standing on the Shoulders of GIANTS. What does a mentor mean to you once you are successful?

The introduction of Slick Rick on our last remote episode at the Lucky 7 Ranch. 

Kooper and her cousin, Ben, talk about their fun times at the ranch. This is a quick one, but fun to listen to how they talk with each other .

Remote Episode at the Lucky 7 Ranch. Some of Jessica's family joined us for a fun episode.

Nate shares stories about 11 years in law enforcement, promotions, incidents, SWAT, and other stuff.

Jess and Nate talk about Father's Day and Nate's reason for wanting to be a good dad. 

Kooper tells her dad some jokes on Father's Day. 

Dax talks with Mom and Dad about his goals for the next 6 years. 

Kooper gives her perspective on life from an almost 9-year-olds eyes. She is very articulate and does a great job while being very silly at the same time. 

Nate talks about D-Day and the example set by The Greatest Generation for future generations and how that has an impact on his decision to be in law enforcement.

Dax sits down with his mom and dad and talks about the end of his baseball season.

Nate talks about the statement "I don't care what people think about me". 

Dax tells us about the cops getting called on him as an 11-year-old an answers some fun questions from his dad. 

This was a **** show to start. We tried to have an episode with three generations of ladies in my family and it turned into a chaotic session. Grandma from down south showed up as a special guest.

We talk about the initial purpose of the podcast, our kids, our marriage, and laugh together.

Dax has some thoughts about the struggles of an 11-year-old boy and the peril of not everyone getting along with each other. 

Kooper and her Dad talk about her last days at school for 3rd Grade. 

Nate alone in his thoughts about Monsters.

Dax had a quick talk with his Mom (Jess)  and Dad (Nate) about a sleepover at a friends, his first kiss, and lying.