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Video version: https://youtu.be/NAxN8-otdY8   De-escalation and tactical failure in the Sonya massey incident, featuring retired police officer and author, Ernie Stevens. Join Ernie Stevens and I as we break down some specifics of what led up to this horrible, and (in our opinion) unjustified officer involved shooting. We are talking about de-escalation and tactical avenues because they are crucial in hopefully preventing something like this from happening again.   The full video of the body cam footage can be found here on the YouTube Channel, Police Activity: https://youtu.be/U2rMB2fYjuY?si=RdocWXEPMSpBv4aw   The deputy who shot and killed Sonya Massey has been criminally charged.   Visit Ernie's website to learn more about mental health and de-escalation: https://erneststevens.com/   Disclaimer: The creator is not responsible for errors, omissions, or results from using this information. The views or opinions belong solely to the Creator. Information by the Creator is for Educational Purposes Certain Content herein is subject to the Doctrine of “Fair Use”

Introducing a captivating episode featuring Ernie Stevens, a retired member of the San Antonio Police Department, who unveils his remarkable journey in law enforcement and sheds light on the transformative wellness program he pioneered back in 2008. Through this episode, you'll gain a deep understanding of how Ernie's program revolutionized not only the police department but also his personal life. Discover how Ernie's journey led him to the creation of a groundbreaking wellness initiative that had a significant impact on law enforcement practices. With a focus on mental health and self-care, Ernie's program marked a turning point in how officers approached their well-being, ultimately contributing to enhanced community policing. Intriguingly, Ernie's story doesn't stop there. The acclaimed HBO Documentary, "Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops," brought his experiences to a broader audience, shedding light on the crucial role of mental health and de-escalation techniques in law enforcement. Ernie's passion and insights also found their way into the pages of his book, "Mental Health and De-escalation," which delves further into his philosophy and approach. As a vocal advocate for law enforcement officers' self-care, Ernie continues to emphasize the importance of officer well-being. His impact extends to his online presence, where you can connect with him on LinkedIn and Twitter, or explore his website for more information. To delve even deeper into his teachings, you can find his book, "Mental Health and De-escalation," available for purchase on Amazon. Don't miss this captivating episode as Ernie Stevens shares his inspiring story, discusses the evolution of his wellness program, and underscores the significance of mental health in law enforcement. Tune in now to gain invaluable insights from a visionary who's changing the narrative in policing.

“Ernie & Joe; Crisis Cops” is a multiple Award winning HBO documentary that follows two San Antonio police officers and their work to help persons experiencing a mental health crisis. It is estimated that 20-30% of a patrol officers' call load involves some sort of mental health crisis. Ernie Stevens joins us to share his journey from a “regular” cop to one of our nation's leading advocates for crisis intervention training for law enforcement officers. His book “Mental Health and De-escalation: A Guide for Law Enforcement Professionals" has reached #1 on Amazon. Ernie was initially not excited about the training. His entire attitude changed when a community member shared her story. Her adult son had schizophrenia and she feared calling the police because the police may shoot and kill her son during one of his violent episodes.  Her next statement really changed Ernie's life. “But if you do show up and shoot and kill my son, it's okay. Because you have a family to go home to and I want you to be safe. You will never understand what it is like for me to live inside my son's illness.” Ernie immediately became an advocate for establishing a formal Mental Health Unit. It took five years from the time he took the training before his Chief agreed assign two officers. When Ernie retired, the unit was up to 20 officers and more than 100,000 persons had been diverted. In 12 years with the unit, Ernie never once had to use force. Ernie says that an internal mental health unit doesn't only save lives on the streets. Establishing a better mental health understanding throughout departments can also reduce officer suicide rates. Joe Smarro, Ernie's partner in Crisis Cops is a Marine Veteran and also experience childhood trauma himself. TAKEAWAY: “Psychological trauma is a real issue for military and first responders. We have to normalize the conversation. If we don't talk about it we are failing each other. “  

This week I had the unbelievable pleasure of meeting and sitting down with Ernie Stevens, retired law enforcement professional and someone who has and continues to make a difference in the lives of so many. From founding San Antonios first mental health crisis unit to his latest position as the Deputy Division Director Law Enforcement for the Council of State Governments. Ernie continues to serve the most vulnerable with a mission that combines giving tools and resources to law enforcement with the compassion and understanding that is required to address the mental health crisis going on within this country. I absolutely loved our conversation and I know you will as well, sit back and give it a listen, and until next week , stay safe and healthy, John More About Ernie:In the last 28 years of law enforcement, I have had the privilege of serving in various roles throughout my career to include DWI task force, Tactical Response Unit (TRU), Street Crimes Assistance Team (SCAT), Field Training Officer. With this experience, it lead me to the development/ founding officer of the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit in 2008. I am the primary subject in the two time Emmy nominated award winning HBO documentary, Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. Emmy winner for best editing. I've had the privilege of being featured on ABC's Nightline with Byron Pitts and NBC documentary, A Different Kind of Force. I co-authored Amazon's Best Seller, Mental Health and De-escalation, A Training Guide for Police Professionals. Additionally, I'm a contributing author to the Amazon best-selling Mental Health category book, Police Mental Barricade. With my expertise, I am excited to announce my new position with Council of State Governments as their deputy division director of law enforcement. For inquiries, please e-mail: sapdernest@gmail.comFollow me: Twitter: @Estevens0845http://erneststevens.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernest-stevens-b4234a1b6?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3BRvtoxK9lS8i9TW8zCN3l7A%3D%3Dhttps://www.amazon.com/Mental-health-escalation-enforcement-professionals-ebook/dp/B09NRV83NCThank you for taking the time to give this podcast a listen. If you would like more information on other Law enforcement Life Coach initiatives, our "Sometimes Heroes Need Help" wellness seminar or our One-On-One life coaching please visit :www.lawenforcementlifecoach.comJohn@lawenforcementlifecoach.comAnd if you would like to watch the interview you can view it in it's entirety on the Law Enforcement Life Coach YouTube Channel : https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCib6HRqAFO08gAkZQ-B9Ajw/videos/upload?filter=%5B%5D&sort=%7B%22columnType%22%3A%22date%22%2C%22sortOrder%22%3A%22DESCENDING%22%7D

Ernest (Ernie) Stevens is a published author with a #1 best-selling book on Amazon titled: Mental Health and De-escalation: A Guide for Law Enforcement Professionals. Ernie was also a contributing author for, Police MentalBarricade. Ernie was a police officer for 28 years, serving 26 of those years with the San Antonio Police Department where he was a founding member of the Mental Health Unit.Ernie has been featured on the Emmy Award Winning HBO Documentary, Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. He has also been featured in NBC's documentary, A Different Kind of Force. Ernie was interviewed by ABC's Nightline's Byron Pitts and featured on officers trained to respond to mental illness calls. Ernie has been featured in over 27 publications and deemed an expert in Crisis Intervention Training. He is a graduate of Wayland Baptist University and holds a B.S. degree in Criminal Justice. He is married to his wife Lisa who he attended school since elementary school. He has two incredible children, Reed and April. Ernie continues to support law enforcement agencies around the nation by providing technical assistance and best-practice approaches to mental health crisis calls. Ernie currently serves as the deputy director of law enforcement for the Council of State Governments Justice Center.Erin Craw, Ph.D. earned her doctorate in communication from Chapman University in Southern California, emphasizing in health and interpersonal communication. Her research interests are at the intersection of health and interpersonal communication as it relates to social support, stigma, and resilience. Her dissertation explored police officers' preferences for support and factors influencing mental health-related disclosure decisions.She is particularly interested in translational research that improves access to needed support for underserved populations and those who face extensive barriers to gaining assistance. As the daughter of a police officer (36 years) and granddaughter of a firefighter (40 years), she has a true passion for research that informs mental health-related interventions for first responders, enhances communication surrounding mental health, and improves access to support.Erin's research has been published in Health Communication, the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, Communication Education, and the Journal of Applied Communication Research. She has also been invited to be a guest on several podcasts to discuss how her research can help enhance new approaches to improving mental health support and communication.At Youturn Health, Erin manages the public sector accounts, ensuring that clients successfully access needed support.https://erneststevens.com/https://www.amazon.com/Mental-health-escalation-enforcement-professionals/dp/B09QG55XM6https://www.hbo.com/movies/ernie-and-joe-crisis-cops

Every day, police officers step up to fill an irreplaceable role in the community, responding to neighbors in crisis. However, access to important and lifesaving training for officers is often limited—increasing the risk of excessive use of force and undermining officer well-being. How can federal, state, and local leaders foster more effective and ethical policing and crisis response strategies?Featured panelists included:Ernie Stevens, Deputy Division Director of Law Enforcement, The Council of State GovernmentsDr. Quintin Williams, Program Officer, Gun Violence Prevention and Justice ReformThe Joyce FoundationKate Trammell, Esq., Vice President, Advocacy, Prison FellowshipErnie & Joe: Crisis Cops follows two Texas officers who are changing the way law enforcement responds to mental health calls. Ernie and Joe have unique insight into that crisis response as part of the San Antonio Police Department's Mental Health Unit. This film examines Ernie and Joe's daily encounters with people grappling with mental and behavioral health challenges. The full-version of ERNIE & JOE CRISIS COPSis available on HBO for streaming. The film is also available free to all U.S. law enforcement and public safety personnel thru 2024. For more information, visit www.ernieandjoethefilm.com.Prison Fellowship's recently published, “Building Blocks of Trust”, complete with illustrations and data, this report looks at the history of police training, current training requirements, challenges of modern policing, and community-oriented solutions that promote public safety. To learn more, visit www.prisonfellowship.org/policetraining.Support the show

After almost 50 years, auctioneer Ernie Stevens is closing shop. Plus, Democrats choose a speaker of the House, the state seeks feedback on electricity regulation, and remembering Pete Sutherland.

People come to Ernie's auctions to buy the contents of whole houses, but they also come for good food and company. Soon this long-loved pastime will come to an end.

Good evening ladies and gentlemen! We are proud to host and moderate a serious debate and discussion about mental health, trauma and crisis. Nationally, mental health is at the forefront of our collective discussion. Tonight we are joined by a panel of experts and two special guests: Mr. Ernie Stevens & Mr. Joe Smarro. Both gentlemen are the subject of a riveting HBO documentary titled: Crisis Cops. Ernie and Joe are two San Antonio, Texas police officers who respond to mental health incidents and calls. In a masterful display of emotion, professionalism and reality the filmmaker Jennifer McShane gives the viewer an up close & personal view of their everyday life. Before the discussion registered participants of the webinar will view the 25 minute trailer. The recording of the discussion begins afterward and is presented in full here. Good Morning Aurora would like to extend our sincere appreciation to all parties who participated to make this event possible. Our panel of contributing experts includes: Jamie Mosser - Kane County State's Attorney Dr. Alexandra Tsang - Clinical Psychologist, Kane County Diagnostic Center Sgt. Anthony Rigano - Elgin Police Department Curtis Spivey - Moderator/Host, Good Morning Aurora Links & Information: Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops: Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops | a documentary by Jenifer McShane (ernieandjoethefilm.com) Kane County Diagnostic Center: Diagnostic Center (countyofkane.org) Kane County State's Attorney: Pages - (kane.il.us) Elgin Police Department: Police | City of Elgin, Illinois - Official Website The second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday to our FB Live from 8 am to 9 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora. Twitter: goodmorningaur1 Instagram: goodmorningaurorail Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora #positivevibes #positiveenergy #downtownaurora #kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #stcharlesil #saintcharlesil #elginil #northaurorail #auroraillinois #auroramedia #auroranews #goodmorning #goodmorningaurora #news #dailynews #subscribe #youtube #podcast #spotify #morningnews #morningshow #ernieandjoecrisiscops #HBO #wednesday --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/support

Good morning and happy Cyber Monday! We are here with another great episode and interview for you. Our guest today is Mr. Marc Avelar who is a freelance writer for many policy and political topics. We'll be talking about the Worker's Rights Amendment and other issues. Let's get ready for a great show! Here's the news: - Wednesday the 30th from 6 to 7:30 pm an important viewing and discussion will take place online about mental health & law enforcement. Join our partners of the Kane County Sheriff's Office and the Pre-Arrest Diversion team for the film screening of the HBO Documentary: Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops. Ernie Stevens & Joe Smarro will detail mental and its impact in the law enforcement community. Impactful, heartfelt & sincere, this is an event you don't want to miss. Registration is required. Click here to watch the movie trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We30EJcXoRs To register click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1kJqWZdIRMC6GP0hwrwGjA - Round 2 of the Illinois Emergency Homeowner Assistance (ILHAF) is now open for applications. Up to $60,000 per household is available for eligible applicants. If you or someone you know is behind on mortgage please share this information. The deadline for applications is January 31st. For more information contact @The Neighbor Project at 630-906-9400 with any questions. - Today will be the monthly Alderman's Chat for Ward 3 with Alderman Ted Mesiacos. This will take place at Our Lady of Good Counsel (St. Francis Center), located at 620 S. Fifth Street. This will be from 7 to 8 pm. If you are a resident of Ward 3 show up! Have a blessed day and a fantastic rest of the week. See you Wednesday! Subscribe to the show on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodMorningAuroraPodcast The second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday to our FB Live from 8 am to 9 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora. Twitter: goodmorningaur1 Instagram: goodmorningaurorail Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora #positivevibes #positiveenergy #downtownaurora #kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #stcharlesil #saintcharlesil #elginil #northaurorail #auroraillinois #auroramedia #auroranews #goodmorning #goodmorningaurora #news #dailynews #subscribe #youtube #podcast #spotify #morningnews #morningshow #cybermonday #monday --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/support

Good morning and happy Friday dear friends! Yesterday was Thanksgiving and we hope you all had a beautiful day with family. We have news for you about Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry and Aurora Downtown. Let's get into it! Here's the news: - Saturday, December 3rd is the next Homebuyer Workshop hosted by The Neighbor Project. This event will be from 10 am to noon and will cover such topics as down payment, mortgages and loans. A housing counselor and loan officer will be available for questions. This will take place at Everlasting Word Church, located at 22 N. Highland avenue. For more information call (630) 906-1392. This event is free and open to the public! - Wednesday the 30th from 6 to 7:30 pm an important viewing and discussion will take place online about mental health & law enforcement. Join our partners of the Kane County Sheriff's Office, Kane County State's Attorney's Office and the Pre-Arrest Diversion team for the film screening of the HBO Documentary: Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops. Ernie Stevens & Joe Smarro will detail mental and its impact in the law enforcement community. Impactful, heartfelt & sincere, this is an event you don't want to miss. Registration is required. Click here to watch the movie trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We30EJcXoRs To register click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1kJqWZdIRMC6GP0hwrwGjA Have a great rest of the day and weekend. We will see you all Monday morning for more news and more Aurora! Subscribe to the show on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodMorningAuroraPodcast The second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday to our FB Live from 8 am to 9 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora. Twitter: goodmorningaur1 Instagram: goodmorningaurorail Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora #positivevibes #positiveenergy #downtownaurora #kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #stcharlesil #saintcharlesil #elginil #northaurorail #auroraillinois #auroramedia #auroranews #goodmorning #goodmorningaurora #news #dailynews #subscribe #youtube #podcast #spotify #morningnews #morningshow #friday --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/support

Policing the mentally ill is one of the biggest challenges facing officers today. Ernie Stevens of the movie Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops discusses how law enforcement can have a more positive outcome when responding to mental health calls. ⚡️Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops: https://www.ernieandjoethefilm.com/⚡️Mental health & De-escalation: A guide for law enforcement professionals (Real cops training) by Ernie Stevens: https://www.amazon.com/Mental-health-escalation-enforcement-professionals/dp/B09QFM8HD5/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1666885159&sr=8-3➡️ National Alliance on Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/HomeDoes your department need legal training? – Master the law, regain your confidence and transform your career with my legal mastermind courses: ➡️ http://policelegaltraining.com Watch this episode on YouTube:➡️ https://youtu.be/ItgI1_zIMA0Erik Scramlin is a former Chief Deputy District Attorney and owner of Tactical Legal Solutions, LLC. Courses and contact information available at http://policelegaltraining.com ⚡️ a copy of the Tactical Attorney Objections and Foundations Cheat Sheet here: https://www.subscribepage.com/tacticalattorney_copy DISCLAIMER: This is not legal advice. This content and all of Tactical Attorney's content is for informational purposes only. You should contact your attorney to obtain legal advice with respect to any particular issue. Nothing here should be construed to form an attorney client relationship of any kind.

Hello everyone and welcome back to The CJEvolution Podcast. A show created by a first responder for first responders. Welcome back everyone and thank you for supporting this show. Please share this episode and others with your family and friends. Give us that 5-Star Rating and Apple Podcasts. Prayers go out to the people of Florida and they face this devastating hurricane. Prayers also go out to the brave first responders who are serving and trying to keep people safe.  If you are struggling with addiction, mental health challenges, or both, please reach out. My life changed for the better when I took that step forward. I am so grateful for FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program for First Responders. Reach out at 844-650-1399 or contact me directly at 303-960- 9819.  https://fherehab.com/services/first-responders/ Check out my Criminal Justice Evolution YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdnSgwX_KYND8GGh7USv0tw  So excited to have my friend Ernie Stevens back on the show. In the words of Ernie:  In the last 28 years of law enforcement, I have had the privilege of serving in various roles throughout my career including the DWI task force, Tactical Response Unit (TRU), Street Crimes Assistance Team (SCAT), Field Training Officer. This experience, lead me to the development/ founding officer of the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit in 2008. I am the primary subject in the two-time Emmy nominated award-winning HBO documentary, Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. Emmy winner for best editing. I've had the privilege of being featured on ABC's Nightline with Byron Pitts and the NBC documentary, A Different Kind of Force. I co-authored Amazon's Best Seller, Mental Health and De-escalation, A Training Guide for Police Professionals. Additionally, I'm a contributing author to the Amazon best-selling Mental Health category book, Police Mental Barricade. Ernie and I have a great conversation about the state of law enforcement and how we can take care of ourselves better.  For inquiries, please e-mail: sapdernest@gmail.com Follow me: Twitter: https://twitter.com/estevens0845?lang=en  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ernest-stevens-b4234a1b6/ Find out more about Ernie here:  https://ernieandjoethefilm.com/ Stay tuned for more great episodes on The CJEvolution Podcast www.cjevolution.com Patrick 

Recorded live at the 2022 Men's Leadership Summit presented by Park Bank. Marquis Sanders, Nick Ivory, Adam Jackson, Kalvin Barrett and Ernie Stevens discuss how sports can be used for social good.

Episode VIDEO: https://youtu.be/rXDd_uP1nKY De-escalation techniques for police officers, with Ernest Stevens from "Ernie & Joe Crisis Cops".  **Mental Health and De-Escalation: https://amzn.to/3wNYjw8 Ernie's website: https://erneststevens.com/ Full Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRHtor0gHsE&t=101s ***Request Scott to come speak at your next police and/or first responder conference and/or department training about wellness: https://thescottmedlin.com/contact/ Resource and Merch: *Field Manuals: https://amzn.to/3q2w7BW *The 10 Code Mindset Merch: https://my-store-c431f4.creator-spring.com/listing/the-10-code-mindset ***Protect yourself and your family from being doxed: https://www.officerprivacy.com/refer1 and mention you were referred by The 10 Code Mindset ****Maximize your financial, social, emotional, physical, spiritual, and mental health: https://pathfinder-resilience.teachable.com/p/navigating-adversity   (USE PROMO CODE: 10 Code Mindset) Disclaimer: The content is created by L.E.O. Motivation LLC. The creator and/or guest are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for the results obtained from the use of this information The Views or Opinions belong solely to the Creator and/or guest Information by the Creator and guest/or is for Educational Purposes Certain Content herein is subject to the Doctrine of “Fair Use” This Disclaimer is a legally binding agreement between you and the creator and guest Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.  #The10CodeMindset

Welcome back! In the N8V-T Youth Podcast Series, we interview and learn from women who are at the forefront of innovation and community care. N8V-T [pronounced Native Tea] is a youth-led Podcast series by our daughters who have participated in our Daughters of Tradition [DOT] mentorship group. This is a Social Justice-focused Podcast Series collaborating with local women leaders. We are publishing this series during the month of March to commemorate Women's History Month. We recognize and celebrate that women and the feminine should, and must, be celebrated and uplifted all year. In this episode, we learn from and connect with Cheryl Stevens about her lifelong work for the Oneida Nation community, and journey as a mother and grandmother. To learn more about Cheryl, continue reading below. Hosts: Daughters of Tradition [DOT] Ella S. and Ella R. Join DOT and the HIR Wellness Institute team as they interview and engage in meaningful conversation with current and emerging women leaders and we will get the opportunity to hear Indigenous youth perspectives. Together we will build pathways to empower our young feminine voices and advocacy. Learn more about the Podcast and how to support us here: https://www.hirwellness.org/n8vt-podcast Support the DOT to Washington D.C. https://www.mightycause.com/event/Dot Cheryl Stevens is a member of the Oneida Nation in Wisconsin. She has worked for the Oneida Nation for the past 31 years. For 30 of those years, she worked within the Oneida Grants Office, writing and obtaining Federal, State, and private external funding for the Nation. She was promoted to the Grants Office Director position in 1993 and currently holds that job title today (28 years). She oversees the operations of the Oneida Nation's Grants Office in the development of grant applications, including grant compliance for the pursuit of external funding for all programs within the tribe. Cheryl also carries the responsibilities as Executive Manager of the Oneida Youth Leadership Institute, a tribal mechanism for fundraising utilizing the tribe's 7871 tax-exempt status. The purpose of Oneida Youth Leadership Institute is to operate and support programs and activities which promote leadership qualities in Oneida youth. Cheryl graduated High School from the Institute for American Indian Arts in 1977. She further earned a Certification of Accounting from Haskell Junior College in 1983 and a Bachelor's in Business Economics from Mt. Senario College in 1991. She is married to Ernie Stevens, Jr. Chairman of the National Indian Gaming Association. Together they have 5 children and 17 grandchildren! She was a 3-sport Collegiate athlete, High School volleyball and basketball Coach, volunteer Badger State Games Coach, and a volunteer Pom Pon Coach to a group of 50 young girls. She continues to be an avid volleyball player, and her and her family are active volunteers in their Oneida Nation community.

In almost three decades of law enforcement, Ernie Stevens served in various roles throughout his police career, including the DWI task force, Tactical Response Unit (TRU), Street Crimes Assistance Team (SCAT) and Field Training Officer but perhaps his most important role was to develop the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit in 2008; a concept which was so effective and successful that HBO created an Emmy award winning documentary (Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops) about the work he and his partner did. This was an important and inspirational conversation but I will let you know that parts of our chat might be confronting for some.

Ernie Stevens retired this year from almost 30 years in the San Antonio Police Department.  The latter of which years his role within the specialised mental health unit (an area and direction of policing which Ernie himself pursued and established) lead to a multi award winning documentary, in which he also starred.  Just quietly this is my favourite law enforcement chats to date!  Ernie shares how this forward-thinking method of law enforcement evolved and how not just Ernie but also the civilian community and policing community somewhat began to evolve as a result.  I feel like (not like I would actually know) but I feel like it's unlikely that we often take an approach that explores the mental health and likely trauma behind the behaviours that land on the police door step..  Ernest and his team took a brave and beautifully empathetic approach to stepping one foot out of their lane and joining forces mental health professionals and paramedics to introduce a new approach to being of service to the community. An incredible human and an incredible conversation that got me thinking differently about law enforcement and hopefully may do the same for you. EPISODE SPONSOR | Accord Conveyancing Website:  www.accordconveyancing.com.au TIFFANEE COOK Linktree: https://linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches Website:  www.rollwiththepunches.com.au LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tiffaneecook/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/rollwiththepunchespodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/rollwiththepunches_podcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/tiffaneeandco --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/roll-withthepunches/message

Today, our topic is first responders and behavioral health. More specifically, we're diving into an amazing documentary called Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops. As you're about to hear, documentary filmmaker Jenifer McShane spent years following the work of two members of the San Antonio Police Department's Behavioral Health Unit. Viewers of the film walk in their shoes, as well as in the shoes of the people that these officers are assisting. It is nothing short of powerful filmmaking regarding a transformational approach to mental health crisis response - and we should note that this film exists thanks to significant support from Arizona's own David and Lura Lovell Foundation. In this episode you're going to hear directly from Jen and officer Ernie Stevens. At the end of this podcast, we're going to give you information on how to stream Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. And more importantly, how all first responders nationwide can experience this fantastic film for free right now. So let's get to it: It's time to talk about first responders, the people they're called upon to help, the connection and empathy that is central to a better outcome, and much more, as of June 14, 2021. Links: Ernieandjoethefilm.com The David and Lura Lovell Foundation

Ernie Stevens has spent 28 years in  law enforcement, he has served in various roles throughout including the DWI task force, Tactical Response Unit (TRU), Street Crimes Assistance Team (SCAT), Field Training Officer. He talks to me today about his development of the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Unit in 2008.Ernie Stevens is the primary subject in the two time Emmy nominated award winning HBO documentary, Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. Emmy winner for best editing. He has been featured on ABC's Nightline with Byron Pitts and NBC documentary, A Different Kind of Force. Also he has is a contributing author to the Amazon best-selling Mental Health category book, Police Mental Barricade. For inquiries, please e-mail: sapdernest@gmail.comFollow me: Twitter: @Estevens0845

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In episode 46, Benjamin, Ty, Zac, and special guest Joe Smarro discuss the HBO documentary called Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops, the importance of maintaining mental health, effective communication, coping with trauma, painting, TedX, and the blue octopus! Joe Smarro is a retired police officer who worked for the San Antonio Police Department in the Mental Health Unit. An HBO documentary titled "Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops" was then created by Jenifer McShane. The documentary follows Ernie Stevens and Joe Smarro as they go about changing the way police approach individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Joe is presently a public speaker and owner of Solution Point Plus, LLC. WATCH THIS INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/3V_WULgwQoA FOLLOW JOE SMARRO!! @JOESMARRO - INSTAGRAM @JOESMARRO - TWITTER @SOLUTIONPOINTPLUSLLC - INSTAGRAM @SOLUTIONPPLUS1 - TWITTER https://linktr.ee/joesmarro FOLLOW BLUE FALCON RADIO!! @BFALCONRADIO - TWITTER @BLUEFALCONRADIO - INSTAGRAM @BLUEFALCONRADIO - FACEBOOK @BLUE_FALCONRADI - SNAPCHAT https://linktr.ee/bluefalconradio REPRESENT AND SUPPORT THE SHOW WITH BFR MERCH! www.teespring.com/stores/blue-falcon-radio-store E-mail your questions to be aired on the show to BLUEFALCONRADIO@GMAIL.COM Also, visit our Patreon page at WWW.PATREON.COM/BLUEFALCONRADIO where you can support BFR for as little as $2 a month! Thank you to our producers, Ellis Donaldson, Tammy Frye, Nick Roussel, Samantha Bosse, Kara Acino, Aussie Dan, Shaun Paciorek and Brock Schank! Support Blue Falcon Radio by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/bluefalconradio Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/bluefalconradio/1d0ecbf8-fb19-45ca-b7bf-e5facc8dd8bb

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Ernie Stevens joins us for a conversation about mental health and law enforcement. Ernie was instrumental in changing the way the San Antonio Police Department handled calls dealing with citizens who have mental health issues.   BIO Ernie Stevens started his law enforcement career in 1992 when he joined the Terrell Hills Police Department; he then transitioned to the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) in 1994. Ernie has been assigned to a wide variety of units throughout his 28 year career, helping him gain a deeper understanding of the unique struggles police encounter on a daily basis. He has served with the Patrol, DWI, Tactical Response, and Field Training units, and he's currently assigned to the Mental Health Unit where he has been for 12 years. Ernie was one of the founding members of SAPD's Mental Health Unit where he pioneers innovative training to provide law enforcement with a deeper understanding of citizens living with mental health diagnosis and the real-world skills necessary to assist them.  Ernie is an advanced instructor and has been certified by the FBI in hostage negotiation. He has served on the board of Directors of The National Alliance On Mental Illness. He holds a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and is currently enrolled in Graduate school. In 2019 Ernie was featuring in the EMMY®-Award Winning HBO Documentary, Ernie and Joe: Crisis Cops. He's also appeared on a number of television programs including: NBC's A Different Kind of Force and ABC's Nightline. Ernie is dedicated to continue the effort to find better ways for law enforcement and the community to connect with each other. He has been married for 16 years and has two children.   +++++ The First Responder Friday Podcast is a production of ConjoStudios, LLC as a part of the PTSD911 Documentary project. Visit our web site for more info about the film. www.ptsd911movie.com Host/Producer: Conrad Weaver Please support our film: https://www.thefilmcollaborative.org/fiscalsponsorship/projects/ptsd911 Copyright ©2020 ConjoStudios, LLC All rights reserved.     

Frances Martinez, 960th Cyberspace Wing Director of Psychological Health, discusses suicide and mental health with Ernie Stevens, a police officer who works in the San Antonio Police Department Mental Health Crisis Unit, Oct. 29, 2020, at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas. (U.S. Air Force audio by Samantha Mathison)

On this episode of THESNS I sit down with Ernie Stevens, a member of the San Antonio Police Department's Mental Health Unit and subject of the Emmy nominated HBO documentary “Crisis Cops”. Episode Notes: The Saturday Night Synopsis is a weekly podcast for those craving information about the wonderful world of Corrections with a focus on fighting and highlighting the emotional damage and psychological dangers that officers encounter while working behind the walls. Each week a guest and I tackle topics like trauma and the toll that it can have on an Officer's mental health and emotional well-being. The mission is to shatter the stigma that is often applied to Officers when they reach out and seek help. Subscribe to the The Saturday Night Synopsis Podcast! New episodes will be released every Saturday. Listen to THESNS at https://anchor.fm/wllmyoung or on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Breaker, Pocket Casts, and RadioPublic. Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/20yDSmbyyWikJgTuFjQeH5?si=eNZS6b6JShqSfir_XADKTw Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8yZjk1MTgyOC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Support THESNS at https://anchor.fm/wllmyoung/support Listen and leave a rating or a review at Watch THESNS on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/rutscreamer My book, “When Home Becomes a Housing Unit” is available for purchase on Amazon or through the publisher at https://desertwaters.com/?page_id=10344 Follow Me: Twitter: @Wllm_young Facebook: www.facebook.com/wllmyoung Instagram: wllm_young_author YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/rutscreamer Contact me at justcorrections@gmail.com Links to articles, appearances, and interviews: Is Your Fellow Correctional Officer Struggling after a Traumatic Event? https://intime.com/blog/leadership/fellow-correctional-officer-struggling-after-traumatic-event/ Has the Correctional Environment made me a Monster? https://intime.com/blog/entertainment/correctional-officer-made-me-a-monster/ On this episode of Tier Talk, I sit down with Anthony Gangi and discuss PTSD in Corrections https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o7sGMWqZXKU. This is my first appearance on Tier Talk where I was interviewed about my book, “When Home Becomes a Housing Unit”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3mXERgwaT7w I appeared on The Roll Call Room Podcast to discuss the Correctional profession https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roll-call-room/id1485182773?i=1000488190022 My appearance on the RuckUp Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ruckup-podcast/id1461631223?i=1000485844184 Be smart, stay safe, stay sane, and we'll talk soon!

Please watch. Mental health, anxiety, panic, police officers, counselors and talking how it all effects you. Great view as a police officer and also from a personal standpoint as well. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/copingconvos/support

America's criminal justice system - and police norms in particular - are under the public microscope. Ernie Stevens and Joe Smarro are cops from San Antonio's police department who have played a pivotal role in seeding a more humane culture there, with ripple effects emanating out into the broader community. In this episode, they share all that they've learned and would like to see as the country wrestles with “Defund the police."

The lessons in todays podcast come from a documentary about mental health called Ernie and Joe. Part of the San Antonio Police Department's ten-person mental health unit, Ernie Stevens and Joe Smarro are putting compassionate policing practices into action. Ernie & Joe chronicles their daily encounters with people in crisis, showing how their innovative approach to policing – which takes mental health into account – is having a dramatic effect on the way police respond to these challenges. If you are seeking help please reach out to a professional. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) The Samaritans: (877) 870-4673 (HOPE) National Teen Dating Violence Hotline – Concerns about dating relationships 1-866-331-9474 or text “loveis” to 22522 Boys Town National Hotline – Serving all at-risk teens and children 800-448-3000 Child Help USA National Hotline – For youth who are suffering child abuse 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) Trevor Project Lifeline – Hotline for LGBT youth 866-488-7386 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app