Law Enforcement Today Podcast

Tina Jaeckle, Crisis - Critical Incident - Trauma Counselor for several law enforcement agencies is our guest. Tina talks about her Blue Ridge Heroes Haven retreats and mountain cabin rentals for first responders. She also talks about the need for continued growth of best practices policies for first responders when dealing with critical incident traumatic incidents. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin Hicks, a former EMT for the city of Louisville, Kentucky is our guest. Kevin talks about the physical injuries and debilitating PTSD that he suffered on the job. He also talks about how he has been abandoned by the City, his agency, the union and workers compensation. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kay Reyna, wife of retired NC State Trooper Umberto Reyna is our guest. Kay talks about the line of duty accident that caused her husband's permanent and severe traumatic brain injury. She also talks about the unbelievable way that the North Carolina State Highway Patrol have abandoned her and Umberto. In addition to the conversation regarding the care of a TBI family member, she discusses the shocking treatment by Workers Compensation. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Police Detective Mario Oliveira talks about the incident when he was shot 6 times, point blank and died twice during surgery. He talks about the struggles that injured law enforcement officers face after debilitating line of duty injuries. Mario also discusses how he tries to help others with the Violently Injured Police Officers Organization. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April Phillips, wife of retired Officer Richard Phillips is our guest. April talks about the line of duty accident that caused her husband's Traumatic Brain Injury. She also discusses, how her family struggles due to the repeated pattern of abuse and lack of care from Workers Compensation in Pennsylvania. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April Scherzer, widow of Officer Max Scherzer is our guest. April talks about her husband's suicide, PTSD and the factors that may have contributed. Plus, she talks about life for her and her children afterwards and what all of us should be doing. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Operation Devil Horns, the true story about the investigation that took down many members of MS 13. Ray Bolger, journalist and author of the book Operation Devil Horns joins us to discuss the Federal Investigation in San Francisco that took down many members of MS 13. He talks about Federal Agent Michael Santini's (pen name) determination and peristance in a sanctuary city to investigate and arrest these violent criminals. Plus, Ray talks about his new found respect for and changed opinion about Law Enforcement Officers. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The unbelievable but true way that Norwalk Ct. abandons their injured Police Officers. Police Officer Phil Roselle was accidentally shot during a training exercise. Debbie Roselle joins us to discuss the horrible way they are being treated by Norwalk Ct. This is a wife’s journey through the valley of despair. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rich Wistocki, retired Naperville Il. Police Officer talks about saving children from cyber predators both on the job and after with Roll Call Training. He also discusses how he uses Roll Call training to help Law Enforcement Officers and first responders struggling with PTSD and substance abuse problems. Theme song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Tomlin, retired Baltimore Police, former Chief of Police from another department in Maryland and Investigator for a State Agency, is our guest. Mark talks about the problems facing the Baltimore Police Department and other similar departments and Cities across the US. Theme song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Phillips a 30 year veteran of Law Enforcement and author of the book "Pig Tales" joins us for a candid look at his career in Law Enforcement. He also discussed his book, the inspiration, the unusual way to was written and the public's misguided perception of Law Enforcement Officers. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Law Enforcement Officers and First Responders need to be treated with respect by the courts, public and media. Lance LoRusso, former Law Enforcement Officer and Attorney, known as the Blue Line Lawyer is our guest. He is also an author, litigator and expert witness in Police use of force. He talks about the unreasonable demands put on Law Enforcement Officers today and what you can do to help. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Increasing Resilience In Police and Emergency Personnel with Dr. Stephanie Conn. Dr. Stephanie Conn, a former Law Enforcment Officer, Psychologist and author joins us to talk about the unique challenges of First Responder Pschology. Dr. Conn also talks about how her Law Enforcement Career influenced her mission to help First Responders deal proactively with traumatic stress. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Texas Highway Patrol Trooper Daniel Shaw and Melissa Shaw talk about the injuries he received after being shot by what is presumed to be Mexican Forces, from across the border. They talk about the lack of cooperation from the Mexican Government. Danny and Melissa talk about his paralyzing injury and their journey of recovery as a couple and family. Plus, the amazing way that Texas Department Of Public Safety has taken care of them. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death of Police K9 Baron inspired a charitable movement and organization. Debbie Johnson joins us on the show and explains how the death of Police K9 Baron inspired her to start K9s United. And more importantly, how you can help our K9 Law Enforcement Officers and their handlers. Background song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death of Oklahoma State Trooper Nick Dees and injury of Trooper Burch as told by Deputy William Wheeler who was at scene. Deputy Wheeler also talks about Nick's Promise Foundation to end distracted driving. Plus, his efforts to help first responders with P.T.S.D. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gunfight and murder of Police Detective Michael Lee Lane as told by his partner at the scene retired Police Sergeant Mike Willis. Mike, also a Vietnam veteran talks about the effects of repeated trauma during Police Work. Also Tom Berry talks about his career as a MP in the U.S. Army and the soon to be national Blue Alert System. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dub Gillum was shot at 10 times and left to die on the side of the road. After numerous surgeries his sight was restored and he still serves his Community as a State Trooper. Plus, former Officer Jennifer Hill from the Wounded Blue joins us to talk about Norwalk Connecticut's horrible treatment of Officer Roselle after he was shot in the line of duty. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amanda Coleman, the "Irish Angel" and Law Enforcement Today's Ambassador to Ireland talks about the similar struggles of Police Officers in Ireland and America. Plus, how our worldwide family of blue can learn from each other. Also, retired Police Officer Rocco Besednjak talks about life after permanent, career ending, line of duty injuries. Plus, how he finds purpose in helping other injured Officers. Theme song Hurricane is used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teresa Kondek joins us to remember her Husband Charles Kondek Jr., Tarpon Springs Fl. Police Department E.O.W. 12-21-2014. A powerful story about his murder, plus life for her and the family afterwards. The theme song Hurricane, is used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.