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Ep. 70 - From Raleigh PD to True Crime Author: Cameron Santana on his law enforcement career and the Virginia Olson Cold Case. Cameron has 20 years in law enforcement. He started with Raleigh PD in 2005. In our conversation, we jump right in with his first call straight out of the academy – a violent murder scene. Cameron talks about what it's like hitting the streets with no real world LE experience, being surrounded by chaos and relying on the direction of his Field Training Officer. Then, within short two years, Cameron would go from having an FTO to being an FTO and later Taser Instructor. In all, he trained more than 30 officers.Cameron later joined Raleigh PD's Strike Team the goal of which was to aggressively address the city's problem areas through proactive policing. The unit's focus was on violent gang offenders, street level drug sales, and prostitution. The team also conducted surveillance during spikes in burglaries. After about 13 years on patrol, Cameron transitioned to School Resource Officer because the set schedule would allow him to spend more time with his family after his daughter was born with special needs. School Resource Officer was a role he never expected he would want, much less come to love. Throughout our conversation, Cameron shares funny, often wild stories of police work, as well as the painful calls that all of you respond to in this profession, calls that live with him to this day.Cameron has co-authored a true crime book with his brother Brian, an English professor. The book, “A Murder on Campus: The Professor, the Cop and North Carolina's Most Notorious Cold Case,” investigates the 1973 unsolved rape and murder of 19-year-old Virginia Olson, a student at University of North Carolina Asheville. It is the first book to thoroughly investigate her story and attempt to find answers to solve this now 52-year-old cold case. The book has led to Cameron's launching his own podcast “Santana True Crime” on the Failure to Stop network. As well as a podcast called “Free Daniel Holtzclaw” with Eric Tansey of Failure to Stop. Available on all podcast platforms. Links below.I want to thank Cameron for coming on the show, his commitment to law enforcement, and his mission to not only find justice for victims, but also to make sure the rest of us know the story of their lives beyond their incident. Santana True Crime on SpotifyFree Daniel Holtzclaw on SpotifyYou can find Cameron on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/santanatruecrime/https://www.instagram.com/santanabrotherstruecrime/https://www.instagram.com/freeholtzclaw/The book is available wherever books are sold. You can get it here on Amazon.Thanks for listening to On Being a Police Officer. YOU are what keeps me going.Find me on my social or email me your thoughts:Instagram: on_being_a_police_officerFacebook:

In this episode, we sit down with two distinguished leaders who have dedicated their careers to public service and community engagement. Steve Aronson, President and Founder of the Friends of the Ephrata Police Foundation, shares his extensive experience as a community volunteer. Prior to his leadership role at the Foundation, Steve served as Chairman of the Business Recruitment & Retention Committee for Mainspring of Ephrata and was active in various local organizations, including the Ephrata Visitor's Center, the Ephrata Cloister, and Ladies Lending Paws. A retired National Business Development Manager in the aerospace industry, Steve brings a wealth of knowledge to his volunteer work, focusing on supporting local causes like dog rescue and Toys for Tots.We're also joined by Chief Chris McKim, who has served the Ephrata community for over 30 years. Chief McKim, now the permanent Chief of Police, discusses his long career with the Ephrata Police Department, where he has held various leadership positions, including sergeant, lieutenant, and interim chief. With a background as a Field Training Officer, Hostage Negotiator, and Firearms Instructor, Chief McKim brings a wealth of experience and expertise in law enforcement. He also serves on several important committees, including the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association and the Lancaster County Chiefs of Police Association.Join us for a compelling conversation about community leadership, public service, and the important work being done to improve and protect Ephrata.

Creating lasting behavioral changes in the workplace by moving beyond consequence-based policies. Chris discusses the importance of aligning personal and company values, highlighting 'just culture' in EMS and its role in understanding motivations and systemic issues. The conversation covers leadership in EMS, focusing on the significance of fostering supportive relationships with staff and avoiding fear-based management. Additionally, Chris shares his journey from paramedic to Field Training Officer, offering advice on effective training and mutual support. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone in the EMS field aiming to enhance performance, commitment, and team dynamics. Don't forget to check below for further resources on just culture and motivational learning.   Guest/Cast/Crew information- Guest- Chris Pfingsten, Co-host of EMS 20/20 Host- Ross Orpet, Will Berry    Resources Other episodes you might like Ep. 72 From Errors to Excellence with Geoff Murphy, Master Your Medics Books Just Culture- https://amzn.to/4eOMN7w Crucial Conversations- https://amzn.to/3BRBnRI  YouTube Videos-  Why do Errors Happen? How can we prevent them? How can a system get organized for improvement?    Catch up with us after the show Instagram- @emscast Twitter- @ems_cast Website- www.emspodcast.com

Send us a textCaptain John Vik is a native of Lancaster County, Nebraska and began working in law enforcement through the military. He served in the 155th Security Forces Squadron of the Nebraska Air National Guard from 2001 – 2007 including time on active duty in support of Operations Noble Eagle & Enduring Freedom. He joined the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office in 2007 and graduated from the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center's 167th Basic Training Academy. During his career, Captain Vik has served in all sworn divisions within the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office, including assignments as a Patrol Deputy, Field Training Officer, Criminal Investigator, Crash Reconstructionist, and Instructor. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2013 and then to Captain in 2017.  Today, Captain Vik commands LSO's Patrol Division, overseeing uniformed patrol operations throughout Lancaster County.Captain Vik has a bachelor's degree in psychology from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. He is a certified instructor for Georgetown University Law Center's ABLE Program (Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement) and a graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia.Captain Vik's proudest accomplishments are his marriage and his fatherhood. He and his wife, Heather, live in Lancaster County with their four children.John Vik's LinkedIn902 PodcastSupport the showThis episode is sponsored by John Guilfoil Public Relations. From crisis communications to website development; visit our website JGPR.net or call 617.993.0003

Chief of Police is a title typically given to the head of a police department, but that simple definition gets very confusing very quickly. Sheriffs are the name we give to elected officials who preside over county law enforcement in the US, while Chief's of Police typically preside over municipal police agencies.Sometimes Chief's are elected. Sometimes they are appointed by a mayor or city council. Sometimes they are selected through the civil service act. Sometimes they are not called Chief's of Police at all.Police Commissioners are another term, frequently found in the larger metropolitan areas Chief,When we talk about the police chief's we are talking about the head of a municipal police department not affiliated with the local sheriff's office.What do chief's do?Sorry to make you laugh, it wasn't a trick question.Chiefs of police are typically responsible for operational oversight, budgeting, planning, discipline, direction, regulations, communications, and in smaller agencies general police work. All at the behest of a governing body, either mayor or city council.It's not an easy job.I rose to the highest levels of administration in my police department. I was third in charge, so while I didn't ever actually do the job, I did learn one thing.You can't pay me enough to do it.[Insert Intro]George Sippert spent 32 years serving the people of Flint Township Michigan. Flint township is located on the west side of the city of Flint Michigan. He took over as chief of police in 2004 an served until 2018. Throughout his career, Sippert also served in various roles including: Field Training Officer, Firearms instructor, School Resource Officer, Community Policing Division Commander and Motorcycle Unit Commander.He is also a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation's National Academy, a member of the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, Genesee County Chiefs Association, Central Michigan Chiefs Association, Genesee County 911 Advisory Board and the Flint Area Narcotics Group Advisory Board.I have had the pleasure of knowing and speaking with George on a number occasions and I couldn't think of anyone better to discuss the role of the police chief.

Mark DeJong - Off Grid MedicDeJong retired Nationally-Registered Paramedic and founder of Off Grid Medic LLC, has over 30 years of experience in treating victims of trauma and sudden illness. Based out of South Carolina, Mark has a degree in Emergency Medical Services and holds an Advanced Wilderness EMT certification. As part of a military assignment, he spent two years providing remote medical care to the indigenous people of the Philippines, where his passions for medicine and primitive living fused together. He serves on the Advisory Council at the Appalachian Center for Wilderness Medicine, and has trained alongside elite members of the US Army and the US Marshals Service. Mark has served in several roles including field Paramedic, Field Training Officer, Director of Emergency Medical Services for a rural government EMS system, faculty at the Technical College System of Georgia, and Deputy Director of Emergency Management for a government agency. He considers himself a lifelong learner and, when not immersed in medical material, Mark continues to hone his outdoor skills. He is a proud graduate of the Pathfinder Advanced program and an original member of the Flint and Steel Primitive Skills Group. Mark has appeared on The Weather Channel, where he was featured on the series Uncharted Adventure. His teaching style is very interactive and informal, and he frequently uses personal experiences and humor to reinforce his material. Tune in as Mark DeJong Groff joins Bobby Marshall in the studio to discuss Off Gid Medic, saving lives, wildernesses first aid, wildernesses first responders, medics, flight paramedics, awareness, safety, how to identify common medical problems, and so much more. Please subscribe or like us on social media platforms for updates on shows, events, and episode drops. Sponsor Links:www.JockoFuel.comMountain Side listeners receive 10% off all Jocko Fuel products! Use Code TMS10 to save. www.ONNIT.comMountain Side listeners use Discount code TMS to receive 10% off ONNIT products! www.BulletProof.comMountain Side listeners Use Discounts code: MOUNTAINSIDE to receive 20% off all Bulletproof products! Other Affiliates Links

“Withdraw into yourself, as far as you can. Associate with those who will make a better man of you. Welcome those whom you yourself can improve. The process is mutual; for men learn while they teach.” – Seneca   In This Episode, We Get Stoic About:   The role of a Field Training Officer is crucial in helping new officers transition from the academic and theoretical aspects of police training to the practical and real-world scenarios they will encounter on the job. Unfortunately, for many rookies the only real world scenarios they encountered with an FTO was where to get a uniform discount at lunch time and the best place to catch a cat nap on duty. Let's talk about how we be better teachers while also learning.     Resources + Links:   Connect with Kristofor | www.kristoforhealey.com Connect with Kristofor on Instagram | @team_healey Subscribe to The Stoic Responder on Substack | https://thestoicresponder.substack.com Subscribe to The Stoic Responder on YouTube | The Stoic Responder Buy your copy of In Valor: 365 Stoic Meditations for First Responders, here! Buy your copy of Indispensable: A Tactical Plan for the Modern Man, here! Book Kristofor for a speaking event, here!   Takeaways:   Continuous learning and teaching are essential in the law enforcement and first responder professions. Seek out colleagues and friends who inspire and challenge you to become better. Build your own network of mentors and mentees. Never stop learning and teaching.   Until Next Time…out of role! 

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Keith Shibley is a twenty-year veteran of law enforcement. He is currently a K-9 handler at Metropolitan Washington AirportsKeith started his law enforcement career in 2002, graduating from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy as a patrol officer for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Department. In 2003 Keith left the Airport police and moved to Richmond Virginia where he was hired by the Richmond City Police Department where he served as a patrol officer. While in Richmond he recieved A Department Citation and Excellent Duty Citation.  In 2007 Keith moved back to Northern Virginia and once again became an Officer for the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Department. As a Patrol Officer, Keith served as a Field Training Officer, Evidence technician and a Firearms Instructor. He was awarded two lifesaving awards from the Loudoun County. While at the FBI Keith responded to several critical incidents to include the Navy Yard active shooter in 2013 where he received the Medal of Valor his actions taken that day.  In 2019, Keith started talking to other officers about his recovery from substance abuse and mental health. He now speaks at Police Academies, the FBI National Academy, first responder conferences and several in-service classes, giving his personal story to help other first responders who are suffering from mental health and substance abuse issues. In 2020 he received the Chief of Police award for giving his presentations. Find Keith ShibleyLinked inInstagramFacebookFind The Suffering PodcastThe Suffering Podcast InstagramKevin Donaldson InstagramMike Failace InstagramBuzzsproutApple PodcastSpotifyFacebookTikTokYouTubeThe Suffering Podcast FamilySherri AllsupToyota of HackensackPoPl Discount code TSP20Cubita CafeSupport the Show.The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram TikTok YouTube

On this episode of the Salience Podcast , we are exploring feedback and feedforward in the complex space of policing and investigations. We are joined in this episode by Lou Hayes, who is a 26-year veteran Police Officer & Detective for a suburban Chicago police department. Some of his assignments have included: Patrol, Field Training Officer, Criminal Investigations, Firearms & Tactics Training Unit, Crisis Intervention Team, and SWAT. His current roles are with a regional homicide unit, with a passion for multi-agency intelligence & technology.Lou has also developed and pioneered The Illinois Model - a non-linear, problem-solving process for police officers. The model prioritizes life, Constitutional objectives, incident strategy, and tactics in rapidly changing and high-stakes circumstances. Since its development, The Illinois Model has expanded greatly to serve as a pathway to human and organizational adaptability.We chat with Lou about and feedforward loops, and how these are important when training teams and conducting investigations.http://www.theillinoismodel.com/p/what-is-illinois-model.htmlhttp://www.theillinoismodel.com/p/the-illinois-model-summary.htmlFor more information about The Salience Podcast and Frontline Mind please visit our website at https://www.frontlinemind.com/the-salience-podcast/ You can also sign up for our newsletter here https://frontlinemind.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ff181d12c77d7cea5f19a2c48&id=fd7357f614

This show we invite Lee Weems of First Person Safety back on the show.  We discuss what a 2nd War of Secession would look like, and also on the current state of our republic.  And lastly we pay tribute to Lee's Great Uncle Howard, he was a WW2 hero killed in action March 29th 1945.  Lee Weems is the owner and operator of First Person Safety and is also staffed with Rangemaster LLC where he assist Tom Givens with their storied Instructor Development program. He has been a Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST) certified peace officer since 1999 having been sworn at the local, state, and federal levels and has served as a patrolman, field training officer, detective, supervisor, three terms as Chief Deputy, and currently as an agency training coordinator.  He served two terms as a member of the Board of Directors of the Georgia Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (GALEFI), and he teaches college classes in political science and criminal justice. He received the Distinguished Weapons Expert rating based on his scores in the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers' Firearms Instructor Training Program.  He is a Georgia POST certified general and firearms instructor and is a graduate of the FBI Police Firearms Instructor program and the FBI Law Enforcement Instructor School and has completed the Force Science Institute certification program as well as the FLETC Use of Force Instructor Training Program, Active Shooter Instructor Training Program, and the Basic Tactical Medical Instructor Training Program.  He also holds the Georgia POST Managerial, Supervisory, Field Training Officer, Advanced, and Senior Deputy certifications, and he has been recognized by GALEFI as a Master Firearms Instructor. For more information on Lee and his training schedule go to www.firstpersonsafety.com/ Intro and Outro Music by: The Tactical Twins, Jason Bieler and The Baron Von Bielski Orchestra and Tim Alexander/Fata Morgana Please subscribe and share our podcast with friends and family.  Visit our website for bios, future events and info at www.evosec.org  Like, follow and share us on Facebook and Instagram @evosecusa   Links below for upcoming training: EvoSec Ladies Pistol 1 Course - 4/27/24   WE ARE PUMPED TO HAVE A NEW AFFILIATE LINK FOR ORIGIN AND JOCKO FUEL!!!  Help support this show by purchasing any of your JiuJitsu gear, Jocko Supplements, books clothing and more... link below. Origin/Jocko Fuel – Bringing back American manufacturing, producing the best Jiu-Jitsu Gis on the market, Jeans, rash guards, and world class supplements to help you on the path.  Use EvoSec10 at checkout for 10% off, this helps us greatly.  EVOSEC Originusa.com AFFILIATE LINK Tenicor – www.tenicor.com they are educators, and innovators in the holster market.  They are firearms instructors themselves, pressure testing their gear in multiple force on force events every year.  We support those who do the work.   Please visit our new sponsor Training Ground at https://thetrainingground.life  Training Ground offers top notch trianing in Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Tang Soo Do and Firearms.  An environment where learning is paramount for both students and instructors.   Again, patronizing our sponsors helps us greatly. 

Today we wanted to share an episode from a little while back. We believe that it provides immense value and there are some new listeners, so we wanted to re-post it. On today's episode, Dennis talks with USMC Veteran and Texas Law Enforcement Officer, Ann Carrizales. Officer Ann Carrizales began her career in the Military with the United States Marine Corps. In 1997 Ann made history as she became the first female to represent the USMC in amateur boxing.  In 1999 she became the U.S. Women's National Champion in her weight division and was ranked #1 in the country. As a Sergeant, Ann attended Leadership Training at the Marine Corps Institute, served as a Criminal Investigator and a Field Training Officer, receiving multiple meritorious awards for superior achievement and performance. In 2010 Ann joined the Stafford Police Department working special assignments such as FTO, Rape Aggression Defense Instructor, Police Trainer and worked as a Crisis Negotiator on the East Fort Bend County Regional SWAT Team. On October 26, 2013, during a vehicle stop, Officer Carrizales found herself in a gunfight for her life.  Shot in the face and chest, Ann was not going to quit.  She shares her story with us as a role model and inspiration to Law Enforcement Officers throughout the country. Ann has received the LE Purple Heart, the Congressional Badge of Bravery, the IAWP Medal of Valor and many more awards for her heroic acts.  Ann goes in depth on her story of being in 2 officer involved shootings, the importance of preparedness, as well as aftermath of being in an officer involved shooting. If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps!

Today we wanted to share an episode from a little while back. We believe that it provides immense value and there are some new listeners, so we wanted to re-post it. On today's episode, Dennis talks with Vegas Metro LEO DT Coach, 3RD Degree BJJ Black Belt and founder of C4C PJJ, Chad Lyman. Chad graduated from Portland State University with a BA in Administration of Justice, with a special emphasis in Terrorism Studies.  He began his policing career 1998 where his patrol time was spent in high drug and crime areas on swing and night shifts.  It was during this time where Chad subdued and restrained numerous resistant and assaultive offenders that shaped the principles he teaches today.  Chad is a trained and certified SWAT operator, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Advanced Officer Survival trainer, Firearms instructor,  Field Training Officer and currently serves as a use of force expert for a  major metropolitan police department in southern Nevada. He also spent time serving in the Gang Crimes Bureau as a Detective. Since 1999, Chad has been training regularly in Mixed Martial Arts and currently holds the rank of Professor, 3rd degree Black Belt in  Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.  Chad has consulted with military professionals, high profile security guards, major police departments worldwide which makes him highly qualified in the area of police use of force training. Chad founded C4C Police Jiu Jitsu with the mission to teach BJJ based principles to effectively arrest offenders with little to no injury to both parties. Chad discusses defense tactics, how and when to transfer agencies, working on yourself to better others and how the job is still important. Follow Chad's Instagram: @C4C_Operator & @C4CPJJ Chad's YouTube: ChadLyman If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps!

Captain Myles Davis is an Intelligence Officer in the United States Air Force and an Assistant Professor of Aerospace Studies at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. In this episode, we talk about his career as an Intelligence Officer, his assignment, his deployment, his time as a Field Training Officer, and Black History Month. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at airforcerotcdet605@gmail.com

Lieutenant Steve Goard has dedicated 21 years to working in various law enforcement assignments. He has served as a patrol officer, Field Training Officer, sexual assault detective, SWAT Team Member, Assistant Team Leader for the Sniper Team, Press Information Officer, Range Instructor, and Reality Based Training Instructor. Currently, Lieutenant Goard is assigned to patrol as a Watch Commander. Additionally, he is the manager of the Force Options Unit and the Real-Time Crime Intelligence Unit within the agency.Lieutenant Goard became interested in the sauna, fasting, and cold plunge after sustaining multiple injuries while on duty and considering retirement due to the resulting pain.In 2018, he researched the benefits of saunas and infrared saunas, leading him to experiment and ultimately purchase his own. After experiencing the benefits, Lieutenant Goard expanded his wellness routine to include cold plunges. Since then, his pain has significantly decreased, and he has been able to continue pursuing his career.Nowadays, Steve shares his experience and has encouraged other officers to experiment to see if they have similar benefits.

In This Episode: In Silicon Valley, digital platforms have fueled a 30% rise in online human trafficking over three years, primarily via social media and online marketplaces. Despite national estimates of thousands of cases, only about 300 are reported annually in this region. Complicating matters, approximately 40% of victims are immigrant workers lured under false employment promises. This represents a complex and troubling scenario in the human trafficking landscape of Silicon Valley. Human Trafficking Problems Of Silicon Valley: Online Exploitation: Silicon Valley saw a 30% increase in online human trafficking over three years, primarily via social media and digital marketplaces.  Underreporting and Data Gaps: Despite national estimates of thousands, only 300 cases are reported annually in Silicon Valley, indicating major underreporting.  Exploitation of Immigrants: Immigrant workers, often lured by false job promises, make up 40% of human trafficking victims in Silicon Valley. About Sargon Badal: Detective Sargon Badal is a Police Officer for the San Jose Police Department in San Jose, California. In the eight years working as a police officer, Sargon has taught law enforcement courses and trained recruits in the San Jose Police Academy while working as a Field Training Officer for newly sworn police officers. Sargon is an undercover and plain clothes detective in the San Jose Police Department's Special Victims Unit Human Trafficking Task Force.  Before becoming a police officer, Sargon worked as a courtroom deputy with the Northern District of California Federal Bankruptcy Court and as a Senior Product Specialist in Google's X Labs, working on top-secret projects. Sargon's background in the tech sector and his civil service roles enabled him to work successfully with the diverse communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. Show Notes: Transition from Google's X Labs to Law Enforcement: A personal journey from aspiring to work in tech to fulfilling a lifelong dream in law enforcement. Discover why the shift was made and how family expectations were managed.  The Landscape of Human Trafficking in Silicon Valley: An exploration into the various forms of human trafficking prevalent in Silicon Valley, including sex trafficking, labor trafficking, and human smuggling, and how the tech capital's wealth fuels these activities.  Identifying Signs of Human Trafficking: Learn about the subtle yet telling signs that someone might be a victim of trafficking, emphasizing the importance of silence and nervous behavior as indicators.  Silicon Valley's Role in Human Trafficking: Discussing why Silicon Valley, with its vast wealth and technology, becomes a significant location for traffickers to exploit victims for financial gain.  Demographics of Victims: Debunking myths about the origins of trafficking victims in Silicon Valley, highlighting that locals are just as vulnerable as foreigners. Coercion Tactics by Traffickers: An insight into how traffickers lure their victims through false promises, social media glamour, and association with high-status individuals.  A Memorable Case Study: A detailed account of a memorable case handled by the human trafficking task force, showcasing the challenges and successes in rescuing victims.  Collaboration with NGOs and Community Solutions: How law enforcement works with non-governmental organizations to provide support and resources to trafficking victims, focusing on the partnership with Community Solutions.  The Role of Technology in Trafficking: An analysis of how traffickers leverage technology, social media, and online platforms to recruit and exploit victims, and how law enforcement adapts to combat this.  Community Engagement and Reporting: Emphasizing the importance of community vigilance and the role of ordinary citizens in reporting suspicious activities to help combat human trafficking.

While for many the holidays are a time filled with joy and family, for some, it can be the darkest, hardest, or loneliest time of the year. In this special episode of From Survivor to Thriver, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Ashley Ferris who is a beacon in the dark to anyone struggling with their mental health, especially this time of year.In 2021, Ashley reached her lowest point and was planning to take her own life after her shift as a police officer. During that shift, Ashley experienced a life-changing incident. Ashley nearly died that day, but thanks to the quick action of her fellow officers and the kindness and compassion she experienced following it, she found a new purpose in her life and a will to live. She is now passionate about helping others understand that no matter how dark it is, something amazing could be around the corner. You always have something to live for and you are worthy of any help you might need. Ashley Ferris was a law enforcement officer with the Lakewood Police Department in Lakewood, Colorado from January of 2018 to June of 2023. Prior to that, Ashley was an All-Source Intelligence Analyst with the United States Army and a project manager for a Denver area developer. During her tenure as an officer, Ashley was appointed to several leadership, mentoring, and instructing positions. Some of those positions included Field Training Officer, Crisis Intervention Coach, Public Information Officer, CPR and Tactical Medical Care Instructor, amongst others.  In addition to her role at UT as a Training Specialist and her current graduate program studies, Ashley travels around the country to share her experience and lessons learned following her critical incident. Ashley lives and loves to serve the community, her organization, and her friends and peers.   In today's episode, we cover: The mental health crisis Ashley was in and the incident at work that changed everythingHow you can always get help, no matter how bleak your options seemHow Ashley found a purpose to live forWhy the holidays are so challenging for so many peopleAshley's passion for crisis interventionThe signs that someone might be struggling with suicidal ideationsThe unique mental health challenges that first responders faceWhy cops continue to put everyone else first even when they need help The life-saving power of being vulnerableWhy first responders have to feel safe to get help in order for anything to changeWe hope you enjoyed our conversation with Ashley! If you want to learn more, make sure to visit the A Fighting Chance website! Thanks again for tuning in. We are so grateful to each and every one of you. Please remember to leave a rating and review of our show. It helps us grow and reach those who need it. Also, make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Links: Visit the A Fighting Chance websiteVisit our websiteFollow us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramGet in touch: amgits.reverse@gmail.comQuotes: “I served a purpose that day I got shot, and now I know that my survival is a guide to someone else. My struggle can help someone else.“ -Ashley “Don't wait for permission. Get right in there and help someone if you think it's needed.” -Marc“When it comes to having conversations around mental health,  what often holds so many people back is the fear of being vuln

In quiet, suburban neighborhoods, illegal marijuana grows can be hidden in plain sight - even in states that have legalized the plant. They also are sometimes connected to other nefarious activities, as Detective Nick finds in today's episode. Through dogged work, Nick and his team discover two substantial illegal marijuana operations and in so doing uncover a dark web of abuse that's far more insidious and inhumane.Guest detective: Detective NickDetective Nick has been a police officer for just over 10 years. He has served as a Field Training Officer, Arrest Control Instructor, and was a detective for 4.5 years before being promoted to the rank of corporal where he now serves in the patrol division. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monologue:Governor Abbot is a Bad AssMost searched Webster words in 2023AI Model makes $10K a monthAdopt a CopBeware when traveling in AustinPet Psychic or Scammer?Guest:Ben Gieselman's roots in Dripping Springs run deep. He grew up right here and he and his high school sweetheart started their family in Dripping Springs. Ben has always had a passion for service. This led him to join the Marines and serve four years before becoming a member of law enforcement. Ben says he will bring his expertise and integrity as Constable. He has served Hays County as a Patrol Deputy, Patrol Corporal, Criminal Investigations, Field Training Officer, Mobile Field Force Commander, Peer Support, and Firearms and General Training Instructor. Ben has the distinction of being the first law enforcement officer shot in the line of duty since 1879. Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Every episode features a local resident who's talent and past will make you want to know more about what draws so many unique people to this historical town. From ranchers to engineers, cowboys to entrepreneurs, bankers to bull riders. Join us every week for a new episode, where curiosity meets cutting-edge storytelling, and be inspired by the fascinating tales that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a beacon for the bold and the adventurous..Support the showThis show is brought to you by the Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Look them up when you are buying or selling real estate in the Dripping Springs or Austin area. Real Estate Done Right! Call them at 512-627-7018.This show is sponsored by the Lending Pros at Capital Farm Credit. Lending in Texas for over 100 years they can help you buy your dream ranch, ranchette or provide interim financing for construction for your land improvements. Call them at 512-892-4425.We are sponsored by M. Elliott Design. Tailored experience. Design as an investment. They can help you design for renovations, new construction or with the right furniture; each item is selected, tailored, and procured. Call Montana at 512-781-0224.Thanks for listening! Please follow us & leave a review. Apple PodcastsMallett and Michelle on InstagramOur Website - Sign up for latest updates. We love your feedback & comments. Email: mallettandmichelle@gmail.com

A desperate 911 call leads police to the home of a wealthy man and his live-in girlfriend. What they find is one of the most tragic scenes officers encounter, the death of a child. The adults maintain the death is a terrible accident, but investigators suspect something far worse. Officer Nick doggedly follows the trail of evidence until he's finally able to get Justice for Wilder.Guest detective: Officer NickOffice Nick has been a police officer for just over 10 years. He has served as a Field Training Officer, Arrest Control Instructor, and was a detective for 4.5 years before being promoted to the rank of corporal where he now serves in the patrol division. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 117 of The Hangar Z Podcast, brought to you by Vertical Helicasts.In this three part series, we sit down with Matt Szluka. Matt is currently employed as a State Trooper and Fixed-Wing Aircraft Pilot with the Illinois State Police in the Chicagoland area. Matt was born and raised in the Chicago area, and has lived in the city his entire life. Prior to joining the ISP Air Operations Bureau as a pilot, Matt was assigned as a K-9 Handler to the ISP Statewide Anti-Violence Enforcement Team and the District 15 Criminal Patrol Team. Outside his law enforcement duties, Matt works part-time as an instructor at a local college teaching aviation classes to aspiring pilots. Matt has 12 years of law enforcement experience at three different police departments in Chicago. Outside of being a Pilot and K-9 Handler, Matt has experience as a member of the ISP Chicago Region Crowd Control Team, K-9 Instructor, K-9 Crowd Control Instructor, Field Training Officer and Evidence Technician. Before Matt entered law enforcement he was an Airline Captain at a large regional airline that served cities across North America and the Bahamas. During his time in the airlines, Matt was a Human Factors Facilitator and Crew Resource Management instructor. Matt received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Illinois in Aviation Human Factors, which spurred his passion for human interaction with advanced technologies, particularly as it relates to aviation. Matt now focuses his efforts on supporting his fellow brothers and sisters on the ground utilizing aircraft and other technologies for criminal enforcement, especially in the City of Chicago, a place he has proudly called home for 42 years.In part two of this three part series Matt talks about his time working as an interdiction trooper with his K9 partner and how that helped to shape the tactics he is employing in aviation.Matt talks about how LPR technology helped him and the regional troopers recover a kidnapped 15 year old girl. Matt talks at length about some of the technology his agency is utalizing which includes license plate reading technology to make their aviation program a proactive airborne interdiction type unit.We also talk about the importance of stat keeping in your aviation programs.Thank you to our sponsors Metro Aviation, SHOTOVER and CNC Technologies. 

Part 2 of the discussion with Marc Hill. In this episode we get to know Marc and what shaped the firefighter/paramedic, Field Training Officer, and mentor he is today. Listen in to find out what tips and tricks Marc has developed over the years as an educator and firefighter. Marc Hill, a seasoned firefighter and paramedic who is best known as the author of "Two Dark Thirty." Marc is a highly sought-after educational consultant, lecturer, instructor, and mentor with more than 20 years of experience in both public school and emergency services. He has enjoyed a long career in public education, beginning as a social studies teacher and football coach in a high school before evolving into an administrator and college professor. Marc also climbed through the fire department's ranks to the position of full-time Chief, where he significantly impacted his departments. The Core Values Award, Teacher of the Year Award three times, and many more honors and accolades have been given to him personally. Marc has also written the companion workbook to go with "Two Dark Thirty". website twodarkthirty.com/about Firefighter/ Paramedic Marc Hill, City of Wausau Fire Department

Join co-hosts Richard Coyne & Bill Zahller as they interview guests who left successful careers to pursue a different path on the Road Less Traveled Show! In this episode, we spend time with Jamie Major!  Jamie is a former law enforcement officer who rose to be an executive in Human Resources.  Jamie later left Corporate America and is now a successful franchise owner and franchise consultant!   A bit more about Jamie: Jamie enjoyed a multifaceted career with metro Atlanta law enforcement. After many years as a Detective and Field Training Officer, Jamie shifted to working in Human Resources.  Jamie went to work in Corporate America where he served as an executive in Human Resources & Business Administration. Jamie left Corporate America to have more control over his time. Now, Jamie is a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee operating businesses in various industries. Jamie, his wife Melissa, and their 2 children live in Idaho. As a family, they can often be found on the ski slopes around Northern Idaho or watching football.  Jamie holds an MBA from Mercer University, a BA from Reinhardt University, and is a Certified Franchise Consultant. Contact Jamie: Email: jamie@franpathconsulting.com LinkedIn:  linkedin.com/in/jamiemajor   Contact Bill Zahller Phone: 828-275-5035 Email: Bill@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/billzahller   Contact Richard Coyne Phone: 404-245-9732 Email: Richard@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardjcoyne   If you would like to learn more about: How Park Capital Partners connects investors with passive income-generating opportunities through real estate, Our Park Capital Value-Add Fund (a 506c fund), Our latest multifamily acquisitions, or The Park Capital Partners Foundation, Inc. (a 501(c)3 non-profit).   Please contact Park Capital Partners LLC in the following ways:  Website: ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com Email us: info@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ParkCapitalPartners/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/park-capital-partners-llc/   Music by Aliaksei Yukhnevich/Jamendo. Audio and Video Production by Kerry Webb of KLAW Machine Media.   If you would like to be a guest on our show and have a “path change” story, please reach out to Richard at Richard@ParkCapitalPartnersLLC.com.  We would love to chat with you!

In today's episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, we delve deep into an emerging trend that's reshaping police departments across the nation.   The New Officer Wave: With seasoned officers opting for early retirement or stepping back due to the evolving challenges in law enforcement, departments are increasingly populated with younger recruits. But what's the larger implication when the balance tips towards inexperience?   Stepping Up as FTOs: Traditionally, becoming a Field Training Officer was a rite of passage after years on the beat. However, the modern police landscape sees younger officers stepping into these pivotal roles sooner than ever.   Understanding the Challenges: A younger force means fresh energy and new perspectives, but it also presents potential challenges in training consistency, departmental dynamics, and public trust. How are agencies adapting?   Capitalizing on the Youthful Energy: The influx of young officers can be an asset. Their adaptability, tech-savviness, and often, a more recent and relatable training can bridge gaps with communities. How can police departments harness these strengths while maintaining rigorous training standards?   Voices from the Frontline: We'll bring in experienced officers and training gurus to shed light on their strategies to guide and mentor these young minds, ensuring they're equipped for the challenges ahead.   Envisioning the Future: As we grapple with this youthful shift, what can we anticipate for the future of policing? How can agencies foster a harmonious blend of wisdom and vigor?   Tune in as we dissect the multifaceted implications of this youth-driven transformation in our police departments. And, fellow officers and tactical living enthusiasts, don't forget to hit subscribe for more episodes tailored to our unique lifestyle and challenges!   ⩥ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⩤ https://bi3xbvVont.ly/   CLICK HERE for our best-selling products: https://amzn.to/3xaG3xw and https://rdbl.co/3DIQVUC   CLICK HERE to join our free Police, Fire, Military and Families Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/38w2e7r   Check out our website and learn more about how you can work with LEO Warriors by going to: https://www.leowarriors.com/   Like what you hear? We are honored. Drop a review and subscribe to our show.    The Tactical Living Podcast is owned by LEO Warriors, LLC. None of the content presented may be copied, repurposed or used without the owner's prior consent.   For PR, speaking requests and other networking opportunities, contact LEO Warriors:   EMAIL: ashliewalton555@gmail.com.   ADDRESS: P.O. Box 400115 Hesperia, Ca. 92340   ASHLIE'S FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement   ➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤ This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something by clicking on one of our links, we'll receive a small commission.  

Graig Erenstoft, known as Officer E, is the digital safety expert for Connected Class. He has been presenting to parents and students for over 24 years and is currently a police lieutenant in Florida. In this episode, Officer E and host Ross Romano talk about: Defining digital safety for kids and its critical importance in the connected world The “Take Three for Digital Safety” video series for parents Common questions parents have about digital safety Facilitating parent-child conversations The fast-shifting digital landscape Mental health challenges from social media Tips to foster good, safe habits On Thursday, November 9 from 7-8 p.m. Eastern, Officer E will present a free webinar for parents and educators. If you'd like to attend, RSVP below:Take Three for Digital Safety: Tips for Keeping Your Child SafeRSVP Here or at https://connectedclass.com About our guestOfficer E serves as the digital safety expert for Connected Class. He hosts the series “Take Three for Digital Safety” which provides valuable resources and tips to help parents navigate the challenges presented by the latest technology and social media trends. He has been presenting to parents and students for over 24 years and is currently a police lieutenant in Florida. Prior to his law enforcement career, Officer E worked as a youth director for 12 years before making the leap into law enforcement. As a law enforcement officer, he has served as a School Resource Officer, Field Training Officer, and among other duties, as a leader in the youth Police Athletic League. He enjoys engaging with students and parents to provide them with tools and resources to make good choices and stay safe. Officer E uses his training and experience as a police officer, husband, and father of two boys to relate to the challenges parents face each day in an ever-changing world on optics such as bullying, drugs and alcohol, and technology and social media. About today's hostRoss Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies LLC. He hosts The Authority Podcast, on which he interviews leading authors from the education world and beyond to draw out their invaluable insights on leadership, culture-building, transformation, and student & educator success. Listen here: https://authoritypodcast.net Ross is a leadership development and performance coach for professionals in a range of industries and consults with organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry to help communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano and LinkedIn

JP Dinnell and Echelon Front Instructor Danny Ziem talk about the importance of leadership in your business and home. Danny talk about rigors of SWAT team selection processes, how he exploded his tailbone (yup) and bouncing back from a business venture that nearly ruined his marriage. More from JP Dinnell: https://www.jpdinnell.com/ Join the conversation on instagram Danny Ziem: https://www.instagram.com/dannyziem343/ JP Dinnell: http://instagram.com/jpdinnell/ Lucas Pinckard: https://www.instagram.com/lucaspinckard JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Director of Experiential Leadership Training Programs. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel. Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three's Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War. He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership. Upon his return, J.P. again worked directly for Jocko as a training instructor at Naval Special Warfare Group One Training Detachment, where he orchestrated realistic and challenging training scenarios for Special Operations Urban Combat training and Close Quarters Combat training to better prepare SEAL units for the real-world battlefield. He also served as a Combatives Instructor, Marksmanship Instructor and earned his Master Trainer Specialist qualification while helping Jocko rebuild and enhance these training programs into the highly effective platforms they are today. J.P. brings exceptional experience and frontline leadership perspective from the winning mindset and culture of Task Unit Bruiser. Danny Ziem is a former Firefighter Paramedic and is currently a Leadership instructor and speaker for Echelon Front. Danny Spent over 16 years in public service and has served in roles including emergency medical services, firefighting, clinical education, technical rescue, honor guard, and special operations group SWAT Medic. Danny brings a unique perspective for leadership in high-stress environments and has led others as a Field Training Officer, Preceptor, and Instructor Cadre. Danny served on his special operations group as part of the leadership core and helped to facilitate the successful rollout of Extreme Ownership principles to his team and upper leadership. Danny's ability to build relationships in multi-agency settings has given him an intimate understanding of the cover and move principle as well as the ability to recognize opportunities for implementation of the other laws of combat leadership. Danny joined Echelon Front full-time in October of 2021 and currently serves as the Experiential Programs Coordinator, speaker, and First Responder Training Coordinator. 

In this episode, host Phil Tower welcomes GRPD's newly named Deputy Chief, Joseph Trigg. Incoming Deputy Chief Trigg has held additional duty assignments as a Field Training Officer, a member of the department's Board of Awards, and an advisor to Grand Rapids Police Explorer Post 1871, working with young people who are interested in learning more about policing as a profession; he is a member of the department's Peer Support Team. Online: Grand Rapids Police Department  

Alex Darelli is the co-founder of the Children's International Rescue Foundation and has been working in an undercover capacity to bring traffickers to justice for over 6 years. He has collaborated on numerous cases with Libertas International in some of our most influential cases, such as Project Kashmir and Project Eternal Spring. In this podcast, Alex details his journey into anti human trafficking and the founding of CIRF. He talks about cases that are close to his heart and the emotional and physical toll that undercover work can bring. He also discusses some of his numerous accomplishments such as two medals from the Colombian government and the "Corazon Verde" award from the Colombian National Police. Alex bio reads as follows...Alex holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and currently serves as a Sergeant in a municipal Police Department, bringing 15 years of Law Enforcement experience. Throughout his career, he has held various roles, including Patrol Officer, Detective, Field Training Officer, S.W.A.T. Team Officer, Public Order Unit member, School Resource Officer, and Color Guard. Additionally, Alex has expertise in conducting Forensic Child Interviews for child abuse victims and collaborating with the District Attorney's Office on case screenings. In tactical environments, he has planned operations, executed search warrants, and utilized firearms and special weapons. Alex has also served as an Operations Manager and Coordinator in non-profit organizations, overseeing Latin American operations and establishing government relations in eight countries. Notably, he successfully coordinated and trained a team of over 50 undercover operators for child rescue missions.For more information about CIRF check out their website. https://www.childrensinternationalrescuefoundation.org/For a news report about a recent case of his please check out the link below. https://www.childrensinternationalrescuefoundation.org/post/operation-redemption-2-children-rescued-ecuadorTo support our work at Libertas International, please visit libertasfreedom.org*We had a few mic issues during this episode but the conversation still comes across. 

Please join us with our two part discussion with Marc Hill. In this episode we get to know Marc and what shaped the firefighter/paramedic, Field Training Officer, and mentor he is today. Listen in to find out what tips and tricks Marc has developed over the years as an educator and firefighter. Marc Hill, a seasoned firefighter and paramedic who is best known as the author of "Two Dark Thirty." Marc is a highly sought-after educational consultant, lecturer, instructor, and mentor with more than 20 years of experience in both public school and emergency services. He has enjoyed a long career in public education, beginning as a social studies teacher and football coach in a high school before evolving into an administrator and college professor. Marc also climbed through the fire department's ranks to the position of full-time Chief, where he significantly impacted his departments. The Core Values Award, Teacher of the Year Award three times, and many more honors and accolades have been given to him personally. Marc has also written the companion workbook to go with "Two Dark Thirty". website https://twodarkthirty.com/about Firefighter/ Paramedic Marc Hill, City of Wausau Fire Department

Shooting After Effects Almost Ended His Life. As a Deputy Sheriff he was involved in a deadly shooting. He talks about the call for service, what happened, what led up to his shooting, the investigation of the shooting. Although he survived the shooting, his life began to change and spiral out of control from the traumatic effects of that incident combined with all the others in his law enforcement career as a deputy sheriff. Alcohol abuse, depression and other symptoms of PTS caused his life to spiral out of control and ended his 15 year law enforcement career. Regan graduated a top of his 35-member Police Academy Class of 2000.  He was expeditiously hired by the Brevard County Sheriff's Office in October of 2000 and began his decorated career helping the community that he had grown up in.  Regan worked as a Road Deputy for his first three years of service and then steadily made progress, advancing his career within the Agency. Regan held the following titles during his tenure; Field Training Officer, Corporal, General Crimes Agent, K-9 Deputy/Handler and Career Development Field Agent. He continued his advanced training in law enforcement by routinely attending accredited furthering education classes to ensure he was an asset to the Agency; Line Supervision, Stress Management Techniques, Homicide Investigations, Drug Investigations and Leadership 101 to list a few. During his esteemed 15-year career, he also received numerous associations and awards; to include 5 Precinct Deputy of the Month Awards, 2-time Agency-wide Deputy of the Month Awards, 2 Merit Bars, 4 Commendable Service Awards and the Medal of Valor in 2010.  He is determined to earn a degree in Psychology and continuing to find ways to help those first responders and the mental balance between career and personal life. As President and Co-founder of T-6 Advanced Training and Career Development Group, Regan now has the remarkable opportunity to change for the better, the lives of first responders and their families while using his training, education and first-hand experiences. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or three about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an email to the host and producer of the show jay@letradio.com. Follow us on MeWe, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, never more than 2 issues a week sent out. Click here and scroll down about halfway. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Be sure to check out our website.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  Get your Challenge Coin! https://train.americanwarriorsociety.com/home   Rich's Book, "On Violence and Varietals" (Use Discount Code: "AWS") https://www.therichbrown.com   Rich's Book, "On Violence and Varietals," on Amazon! https://a.co/d/g7STwy9     On today's Coffee with Rich, we will be joined by John Czerwinski. John is a retired 27 year Law Enforcement Veteran of both major city and semi-rural jurisdictions. John has served as a Special Assignments Officer, Field Training Officer, SWAT Team Member, Team Leader, and Assistant Commander. John was the lead firearms instructor for his department for over 15 years and a SWAT and Tactical Response instructor for over ten years. John is also a U.S. Army Veteran. While working for a Police Academy he was a Master Firearms Instructor and a Master Tactical Response Instructor as well as an instructor in defense and arrest tactics, professional communications and emergency vehicle operations. John also assisted the Wisconsin DOJ Law Enforcement Standards Board in teaching their tactical updates for several years and assisted the writing of the State's firearms manual. He is a current Adjunct Instructor at Waukesha County Technical College in their Law Enforcement Division and owns his own company, Reality Based Training Firearms & Tactics. Training can be scheduled directly with John or via open classes that are posted at rapiddefensewi.com. This business targets the civilian market with realistic based training and not fantasy camp activities. John also collaborates with other like-minded training companies: Critical Impact Group at criticalimpactgroup.com, Spartan Tactical Training Group teamspartan.com, and Team One Network at teamonenetwork.com. If interested in a class, please contact John at Czerwinski.John65@gmail.com   Coffee with Rich Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/rhodieusmc/videos American Warrior Show: https://americanwarriorshow.com/index.html SWAG: https://shop.americanwarriorsociety.com/ American Warrior Society please visit: https://americanwarriorsociety.com/

Years of Service: 2001-2023Mynde began her career with the Twin Falls Police Department in 2001. Mynde started on patrol and then worked as a School Resource Officer, a Field Training Officer, and then as a detective in the Narcotics Unit. Mynde also worked as a detective in the ICAC unit which is the Internet Crimes Against Children program. In 2018, Mynde was hired by the Bellevue Marshal's Office. As explained during the interview, the Bellevue Marshal's Office is essentially a police department but is called the Bellevue Marshal's Office because of the initial founding of the department dating back to the 1800s. Mynde eventually became the Marshal running the department while still conducting her patrol duties until 2023 when she retired.

On today's episode, Dennis speaks with newest SCT Instructor of Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations, Chance Cooper to discuss his class and the skills you will learn. Instructor Chance Cooper is the Chief Operations Officer for G & P Armory LLC and Sergeant with the Bates City Missouri Police Department. He obtained his undergraduate at Boise State University with BS in Criminal Justice. Was a part of the Criminal Justice Honors Society Alpha Phi Sigma as a board member. He began his career in a municipality in the Kansas City, MO Metro, lateralled to the Sheriff's Office where he served in a myriad of capacities. He was active in Patrol, Field Training Officer, Proactive Street Crime Unit, Judiciary/Personal Security Liaison, SWAT Team Assistant Team Leader/Instructor, Task Force Officer/Case Agent for the United States Marshal Service/FBI Career Criminal Task Force, Kansas City Metro Counter Terrorism Response Board Member/Instructor and co-founded Holistic Solutions Group LLC. A majority of Instructor Cooper's career was centered around vehicle operations. From patrol stops to counter terrorism operations, his experience and knowledge reaches both spectrums of the Law Enforcement realm. The foundation of what the Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations curriculum is based on the simple phrase “there is no magic!” Concepts, Tactics, Techniques, and Principles will be broken down so the simplest level of answering a call for service, then showing how, if foundations are laid correctly, Officer's will apply those same ideas to major critical incidents they might be faced with. The Law Enforcement Vehicle Operations 1 Course showcases foundational thinking/habits/approaches to increase your situational awareness while conducting daily tasks involving vehicles. There will be multiple discussion points, critical analysis of bodycam/dashcam footage, practical exercises/walk throughs, and foundational teaching points you can take back to your agency/squad/partners to apply in the real world. You'll be introduced to the concepts of Task Organization, and best practices related to Tactics – Techniques – Procedures (TTP's) for patrol response utilizing vehicles to maximize your advantages. Whether one week out of the academy or getting ready for your final day on-the-job, much of our time is spent in and around vehicles. Whether responding to hot calls for service, proactive patrol car stops, or complex-planned operations we have developed habits that need to be addressed in how we view, plan, conduct, and process critical incidents. It is inevitable that during the course of your career you will have a critical incident in some capacity involving a motor vehicle. Will you be prepared? Check out Chance's class here: If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/    or    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

What if we told you that one law enforcement officer uses social media to spread positivity and create a support system for his peers? Join us as we sit down with Sergeant Eric Tung, who's making waves with his uplifting content and commitment to mentorship in the challenging field of law enforcement. With 16 years of experience, Eric shares his journey through various roles, including K9 officer, Field Training Officer, and his current position overseeing hiring and recruiting.Stress and trauma are unavoidable aspects of a police officer's career, but Eric believes that vulnerability and peer support can make all the difference. We delve into his experience with an officer-involved shooting, discussing the importance of having a solid support system to navigate the aftermath. Eric also emphasizes giving ourselves, and others grace in this demanding profession.As our conversation unfolds, we learn about Eric's passion for using social media as a platform for positivity and connection within the law enforcement community. He shares his experiences with self-experimentation in nutrition and fitness and how it has impacted his career. Eric's dedication to mentorship and fostering a supportive environment is truly inspiring – don't miss this insightful and motivating discussion with one of law enforcement's brightest faces.First responders play a critical role in keeping our communities safe. However, the stress and trauma of the job can take a toll on their mental health. Peer support and mental health professionals play a critical role in supporting first responders and addressing the stigma and shame associated with seeking help. If you're interested in peer support training, contact Jerry Lund at 435-476-6382 with The Complete First Responder Trainings or visit www.completefirstrespondertrainings.com. Let's work together to support our first responders and ensure they have the resources they need to maintain their mental health and well-being.

Years of Service-1985-2015Chris began his law enforcement career in 1985 with the Caldwell Police Department. Chris started on patrol with the Caldwell Police Department when there were 22 officers compared to today where there are currently 70 officers. As Chris rose through the ranks of the department, he often shifted between patrol and detective and then into supervisory roles. While at Caldwell Police Department Chris was a member of the SWAT Team, a Field Training Officer, an EVOC Instructor, and an OC spray instructor. Chris rose from a patrol officer to corporal, sergeant, lieutenant, and captain until 2007, when he was promoted to Chief of Police for the Caldwell Police Department. Chris served as chief until 2015 when he retired. After retirement, Chris was a member of Caldwell's City Council and currently is a House Representative for District 11 in the Idaho Legislature.

This episode I pulled in Shane Ginnan, retired Police Chief and Director of Public Safety as well as Pete Olson, retired Town Manager and Director of Government Services to talk with Cumberland Police Chief Suzanne Woodland about Organizational Leadership. Chief Woodland goals with Organizational leadership is making sure that her department has all of the tools they need to properly complete their responsibilities including updating policies, such as light duty policies, recruitment and retaining employees. Chief hopes that by working on organizational leadership that when she decides to leave this post she has left it better than when she found it. Prior to becoming Chief, Woodland served as Commander of Investigations & Administration Divisions and was the top detective for CMPD, being at the center of many major cases. Woodland also served as a Field Training Officer, Certified Instructor, CIT Officer, Patrol Supervisor, and several other responsibilities at CMPD. Woodland comes from a large police family where her father, brother, uncle, and grandfather have all served either Indianapolis and/or Cumberland. Chief Woodland is also a graduate of the IMPD Leadership Academy (2016) and of the 283rd Session of the FBI National Academy (2022). Chief Woodland has maintained the goal of ensuring CMPD is one of the most professional and dedicated law enforcement agencies in Central Indiana to provide the absolute best police services to the Town of Cumberland. Shane has over 25 years of law enforcement experience and conducts security and safety assessments for our clients. Shane uses crime prevention through environmental design concepts to make facilities safer for staff, clients and visitors. Shane is a former Chief of Police, FBI National Academy graduate, ALiCE & Stop the Bleed instructor and uses his knowledge of violent critical indents to help staff have a plan to react properly. Pete Olson is focused on positive outcomes for all entities by creating impactful relationships with elected officials, residents, and stakeholder. He recently retired from public service after more that 20 years of experience in local government and enjoys utilizing various techniques to vision, implement, construct, and operate projects and government services that lead to successful communities. Utilizing his skills as a veteran high school football official, he is able to overcome conflicts while seeing both sides of the situations. Chief Woodland is a huge fan of Prince and even has even toured his estate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode, Dennis speaks with OIS survivor, Ryan Frank. Ryan Frank began his law enforcement career with the Tehama County Sheriff's Office, in northern CA, in 2011. During his career Ryan has held collateral assignments as a K9 handler, SWAT team member, Field Training Officer, Defensive Tactic's Instructor, and Detective. In July 2018, Ryan was working patrol and had his wife Hayley, who is a communications dispatcher, was doing a ride along with him. Ryan, contacted a subject during a suspicious vehicle contact. During that contact the suspect attempted to flee in his vehicle. Prior to fleeing the suspect fired 71 rounds from an AK-47 rifle, shooting both Ryan and Hayley multiple times. Although Ryan was seriously wounded he was able to return fire prior to the suspect leaving the scene. The suspect later crashed and died from gunshot wounds he received during the exchange of gunfire with Ryan. Ryan fully recovered from the injuries he sustained and is still a full time police officer today. In 2020, Ryan lateralled to the Redding Police Department, where he is currently employed. Ryan is outspoken about the importance of continual training in law enforcement. Ryan is an instructor on Officer Survival Tactics and shares his story of survival so other cops can learn from his experiences.   Today, Ryan shares his OIS story, talks about the dangers of complacency, and the importance of training to be the best cop you can be. If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/    or    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

On today's episode, Dennis is back with USMC Veteran and Texas Law Enforcement Officer, Ann Carrizales. Officer Ann Carrizales began her career in the Military with the United States Marine Corps. In 1997 Ann made history as she became the first female to represent the USMC in amateur boxing.  In 1999 she became the U.S. Women's National Champion in her weight division and was ranked #1 in the country. As a Sergeant, Ann attended Leadership Training at the Marine Corps Institute, served as a Criminal Investigator and a Field Training Officer, receiving multiple meritorious awards for superior achievement and performance. In 2010 Ann joined the Stafford Police Department working special assignments such as FTO, Rape Aggression Defense Instructor, Police Trainer and worked as a Crisis Negotiator on the East Fort Bend County Regional SWAT Team. On October 26, 2013, during a vehicle stop, Officer Carrizales found herself in a gunfight for her life.  Shot in the face and chest, Ann was not going to quit.  She shares her story with us as a role model and inspiration to Law Enforcement Officers throughout the country. Ann has received the LE Purple Heart, the Congressional Badge of Bravery, the IAWP Medal of Valor and many more awards for her heroic acts. Today, Dennis and Ann discusses her mission while doing speaking events across the country, their life mission and the legacy they want to leave behind, doing something instead of nothing, finding your purpose, handing stress and fear, Ann's journey and how it effected her family, understanding you "opponent" in life and being able to surrender to win. Listen to Ann's previous episodes here: Episode 696: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515?i=1000580095897 Episode 735: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515?i=1000589203294 Episode 752: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515?i=1000592474282 If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/    or    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

On this episode, Dennis speaks with Training Supervisor and Officer with Faulkner County Sheriff's Office, Arkansas, Landon Rappold. Commander Rappold was raised in Bigelow, AR, and he spent much of his youth and young adult life in Faulkner County. He has made his home in Faulkner County for decades, and he always wanted to serve this community. He has accrued 11 years of Law Enforcement experience with North Little Rock Police Department, Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, and Faulkner County Sheriff's Office. During his tenure in law enforcement, he has held several specialty assignments including the following: SWAT Operator & Sniper, Water Patrol Team, Rescue Diver, Training Unit Team Member & Supervisor, and others. He has attended trainings with the Department of Homeland Security, FBI, and several other federal, state, and local agencies in Arkansas and beyond. He has also trained with the Arkansas National Guard Counter Drug Unit and numerous civilian organizations. Commander Rappold is a certified instructor in multiple areas including case law, constitutional law, physical fitness, firearms, patrol operations, combatives, de-escalation tactics, and community oriented policing. He has served as a Field Training Officer for many years, and he prides himself on having trained numerous deputies that have gone on to successful careers in law enforcement. Today, Landon talks about his career and beginnings in law enforcement, the importance of recruitment and retention in a department, supporting and putting your men and women first and how to create a winning culture to continue doing pro-active police work. If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/    or    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

On today's episode, Dennis speaks with SCT Instructor of Criminal M.A.P.P Training, Mike Vaccaro. Michael Vaccaro is a Law Enforcement Officer currently assigned as the supervisor of an Interdiction Unit. Earlier in his career, while a Field Training Officer in a Patrol Unit Vaccaro was quickly recognized for his skills and abilities related to interdiction. Vaccaro has been personally responsible for the seizure of more than two million dollars in the United States currency, numerous kilograms of illegal narcotics, and over fifteen hundred pounds of Marijuana. His interdiction skills and abilities led to numerous significant seizures and arrests. Today, Mike discusses how he got into law enforcement, his experiences and stories while in the field, what all cops should be looking out for while working interdiction and the most common ways drugs, guns and other illegal items are smuggled. Check out Mike's new class here: https://www.streetcoptraining.com/courses/criminal-m-a-p-p-training/ If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/ or https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

On today's episode, Dennis is back with USMC Veteran and Texas Law Enforcement Officer, Ann Carrizales. Officer Ann Carrizales began her career in the Military with the United States Marine Corps. In 1997 Ann made history as she became the first female to represent the USMC in amateur boxing. In 1999 she became the U.S. Women's National Champion in her weight division and was ranked #1 in the country. As a Sergeant, Ann attended Leadership Training at the Marine Corps Institute, served as a Criminal Investigator and a Field Training Officer, receiving multiple meritorious awards for superior achievement and performance. In 2010 Ann joined the Stafford Police Department working special assignments such as FTO, Rape Aggression Defense Instructor, Police Trainer and worked as a Crisis Negotiator on the East Fort Bend County Regional SWAT Team. On October 26, 2013, during a vehicle stop, Officer Carrizales found herself in a gunfight for her life. Shot in the face and chest, Ann was not going to quit. She shares her story with us as a role model and inspiration to Law Enforcement Officers throughout the country. Ann has received the LE Purple Heart, the Congressional Badge of Bravery, the IAWP Medal of Valor and many more awards for her heroic acts. Today, Ann discusses the true pain of being shot in the line of duty both physically and mentally, the aftermath stresses involved with an OIS, importance of training your mind and being prepared for these incidents and overcoming fear. Listen to Ann's previous episodes here: Episode 696: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515?i=1000580095897 Episode 735: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515?i=1000589203294 If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/ or https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

On today's episode, Dennis talks with USMC Veteran and Texas Law Enforcement Officer, Ann Carrizales. Officer Ann Carrizales began her career in the Military with the United States Marine Corps. In 1997 Ann made history as she became the first female to represent the USMC in amateur boxing. In 1999 she became the U.S. Women's National Champion in her weight division and was ranked #1 in the country. As a Sergeant, Ann attended Leadership Training at the Marine Corps Institute, served as a Criminal Investigator and a Field Training Officer, receiving multiple meritorious awards for superior achievement and performance. In 2010 Ann joined the Stafford Police Department working special assignments such as FTO, Rape Aggression Defense Instructor, Police Trainer and worked as a Crisis Negotiator on the East Fort Bend County Regional SWAT Team. On October 26, 2013, during a vehicle stop, Officer Carrizales found herself in a gunfight for her life. Shot in the face and chest, Ann was not going to quit. She shares her story with us as a role model and inspiration to Law Enforcement Officers throughout the country. Ann has received the LE Purple Heart, the Congressional Badge of Bravery, the IAWP Medal of Valor and many more awards for her heroic acts. Today, we start where we left off on Part 1 on Episode 696. Ann goes into detail of what was like in the trauma center after the incident, having her blue line family there to support her, and what it means to be chosen. If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/ or https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

In the conclusion of One Dark Night, Detective Justin has identified his suspect in the senseless murder of Larry, who provided security for a community garden in Justin's small town. As Justin closes in on the suspect, the stakes couldn't be higher when the suspect makes clear he will not be going quietly.The detective: Detective Justin is approaching his 15th year in Law Enforcement. Currently a Major Crimes Detective, Justin has also worked patrol, been a K9 Handler, and is a Team Leader on SWAT. He previously served as a Field Training Officer, was on Bike Patrol, and has been a Firearms Instructor since 2014. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Pt. 1, Detective Justin gets an early morning call to respond to a community garden where a man's body is found slumped over at the base of a tree. The first assumption is this is a tragic, but all too common suicide. But the evidence starts to tell a different story, and soon Justin finds himself hot on the trail of a murderer. Pt. 2 drops tomorrow!The detective: Detective Justin is approaching his 15th year in Law Enforcement. Currently a Major Crimes Detective, Justin has also worked patrol, been a K9 Handler, and is a Team Leader on SWAT. He previously served as a Field Training Officer, was on Bike Patrol, and has been a Firearms Instructor since 2014. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a split second, your entire life can change. Detective Aaron is a school resource officer. As he does his daily patrol, he stops a man who appears out of place near the local high school. Indeed, this routine stop turns dangerous as the man, who is found to have warrants and is carrying weapons, runs directly onto school property. A confrontation outside classrooms forces Aaron in a split-second decision.The detective: Detective Aaron started in law enforcement 24 years ago. His current duties include property crimes investigations, firearms instructor, and member of the SWAP team. He spent 15 years on patrol and eight years as a school resource officer before moving over to detectives. He's also worked as a Field Training Officer and a member of the bicycle-mounted crowd control team. Before joining the police force, Aaron served in the US Army Airborne division from 1994 to 1998. He lists “spending as much time as I can with my kids” and hiking as his hobbies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, Vegas Metro LEO DT Coach, 3RD Degree BJJ Black Belt and founder of C4C PJJ, Chad Lyman joins us again on the podcast. Chad is a trained and certified SWAT operator, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Advanced Officer Survival trainer, Firearms instructor, Field Training Officer and currently serves as a use of force expert for a major metropolitan police department in southern Nevada. He also spent time serving in the Gang Crimes Bureau as a Detective. Since 1999, Chad has been training regularly in Mixed Martial Arts and currently holds the rank of Professor, 3rd degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Chad has consulted with military professionals, high profile security guards, major police departments worldwide which makes him highly qualified in the area of police use of force training. Chad founded C4C Police Jiu Jitsu with the mission to teach BJJ based principles to effectively arrest offenders with little to no injury to both parties. Chad discusses defense tactics, how and when to transfer agencies, working on yourself to better others and how the job is still important. Today Chad discusses the changes in training and use of force in the past 20+ years, what the academy looks like vs what it should look like, policy progression, the importance of controlling your target with positioning and "choosing your hard". Follow Chad's Instagram: @C4C_Operator & @C4CPJJ Chad's YouTube: ChadLyman If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps!

On today's episode, Dennis talks with Vegas Metro LEO DT Coach, 3RD Degree BJJ Black Belt and founder of C4C PJJ, Chad Lyman. Chad graduated from Portland State University with a BA in Administration of Justice, with a special emphasis in Terrorism Studies. He began his policing career 1998 where his patrol time was spent in high drug and crime areas on swing and night shifts. It was during this time where Chad subdued and restrained numerous resistant and assaultive offenders that shaped the principles he teaches today. Chad is a trained and certified SWAT operator, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Advanced Officer Survival trainer, Firearms instructor, Field Training Officer and currently serves as a use of force expert for a major metropolitan police department in southern Nevada. He also spent time serving in the Gang Crimes Bureau as a Detective. Since 1999, Chad has been training regularly in Mixed Martial Arts and currently holds the rank of Professor, 3rd degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Chad has consulted with military professionals, high profile security guards, major police departments worldwide which makes him highly qualified in the area of police use of force training. Chad founded C4C Police Jiu Jitsu with the mission to teach BJJ based principles to effectively arrest offenders with little to no injury to both parties. Chad discusses defense tactics, how and when to transfer agencies, working on yourself to better others and how the job is still important. Follow Chad's Instagram: @C4C_Operator & @C4CPJJ Chad's YouTube: ChadLyman If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps!

On today's episode, Dennis talks with USMC Veteran and Texas Law Enforcement Officer, Ann Carrizales. Officer Ann Carrizales began her career in the Military with the United States Marine Corps. In 1997 Ann made history as she became the first female to represent the USMC in amateur boxing. In 1999 she became the U.S. Women's National Champion in her weight division and was ranked #1 in the country. As a Sergeant, Ann attended Leadership Training at the Marine Corps Institute, served as a Criminal Investigator and a Field Training Officer, receiving multiple meritorious awards for superior achievement and performance. In 2010 Ann joined the Stafford Police Department working special assignments such as FTO, Rape Aggression Defense Instructor, Police Trainer and worked as a Crisis Negotiator on the East Fort Bend County Regional SWAT Team. On October 26, 2013, during a vehicle stop, Officer Carrizales found herself in a gunfight for her life. Shot in the face and chest, Ann was not going to quit. She shares her story with us as a role model and inspiration to Law Enforcement Officers throughout the country. Ann has received the LE Purple Heart, the Congressional Badge of Bravery, the IAWP Medal of Valor and many more awards for her heroic acts. Ann goes in depth on her story of being in 2 officer involved shootings, the importance of preparedness, as well as aftermath of being in an officer involved shooting. If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps!