Law Enforcement Today Podcast

In 2002 the deadly duo, known as The Beltway Snipers, kept the Country in a state of fear with their deadly killing spree. They murdered 17 and injured 10 others during their 10 month reign of terror. David Reichenbaugh, retired Maryland State Police Lieutenant and Author of the book joins us. He talks about the intense investigation that led to the arrest and conviction of the deadly pair. And the execution of one of the snipers. Background song Hurricane, used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joel Willis, retired police officer & retired school teacher is our guest. Joel talks about the night he and other Downey California police officers were ambushed, by a heavily armed and organized criminal gang. The gang was armed with rifles, soft body armor, radios and actively engaged in attacking 4 police. Joel, despite being shot multiple times, and the other officers although outnumbered and outgunned, bravely engaged and defeated the attackers. Theme song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police officer and filmmaker Patrick W. Shaver, director and producer of the film "Officer Involved", joins to talk about his new documentary "DINKHELLER". Deputy Kyle Dinkheller was murdered during a car stop, E.O.W. 01-12-98. Plus, retired police officer Houston Gass joins us to talk about his law enforcement career, the day that he was shot in the face with a shotgun. And his new mission to help injured officers and their families at Emergency Operations Proving Grounds. Theme song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandielee "Lee" Baker talks about Code 9 Project. Their mission and efforts to help Law Enforcement Agencies, families and Officers prevent traumatic stress related mental health issues. Learn about their S.H.A.R.E. workshops, training and how you can help. Theme song Hurricane used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Deputy Police Chief and now National Executive Director of C.O.P.S. (Concerns Of Police Surivors) is our guest. Dianne talks about the many programs that C.O.P.S. offers to support survivors of fallen Officers. She also talks about her Police career and the line of duty death that changed her. Theme song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tammy from New Hope Assistance Dogs in Warren Pa., is our guest. She discusses the New Hope Assistance Dog program. They train and provide PTS and other needs service dogs for Law Enforcement, First Responder and Military. They also provide and train service dogs for children and others with special needs. Plus, Army Veteran Meegan Dennis joins us to talk about her new service dog. Theme song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Quinn Cunningham an active LEO and SWAT team member talks about responding to an active Shool Shooter - Killer. He explains what it was like, how it changed him and his mission in life.  Plus, Jeff Brown a 35 year active LEO and foudner of Hometown Heroes Alliance joins us. He talks about how and why he, and others at Hometown Hereos Alliance try to help wounded heroes and their families. Theme song Hurricane, used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired NYC Transit Police Officer Christine McIntyre returns to the show. She talks about her long and successful recovery from P.T.S.D. after a near death knife attack. Plus, Peter Enns from CESail.com joins us to discuss their incredible First Responder Cruises for First Responders, their families and friends. Theme song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired Montgomery County Maryland Police Officer Tammy Hardy joins us on the Law Enforcement Today Radio Show. Tammy talks about the line of duty motorcycle accident that nearly took her leg. She also discusses how the more than 20 surgeries led to a demoralizing addiction to Opiate pain pills. Plus, how she is using her nightmare to help others. Theme song Hurricane is used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author and retired Sheriff's Detective Robert Rangel is our guest on the Law Enforcement Today Show. Robert was shot multiple times in an ambush. He talks about that horrible event and how it inspired his series of books. His books tell the stories of countless Law Enforcement Officers who were in extremely violent gunfights. Some of whom received horrific injuries and those that did not survive. Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired New York City Transit Police Officer Christine McIntyre is our guest. Christine talks about the brutal knife attack, the assailant slit her throat, that almost took her life. She explains her long and courageous struggle to recover physically, emotionally and mentally. Background song Hurricane, used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joey Rafferty a retired Sheriff's Sergeant talks about his life and recovery after hitting rock bottom as a result of PTSD and alcohol abuse. Joey talks about the program that helped save his life. Plus, his quest to help save the lives of First Responders and others that struggle with substance abuse and PTSD. Theme song Hurricane, used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police Officer Jim Kuzak was shot multiple times in an ambush, which caused paralysis. Cris and Jim talk about their "new normal" life as a couple, and a family after his catastrophic injury. They also talk about their passion for helping other individuals, including Police Officers and their families after critical incidents. Background song Hurricane, 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.

Shaun O'Gorman a retired Australian Police Officer,  recovering from PTSD. He is from Queensland is our guest.  He states that American media distorts the truth about gun violence and crime in Australia... it is still a problem. Do Police "Down Under" face the same problems and difficulties as American Law Enforcement? Plus, a frank conversation about P.T.S.D. It's a problem for First Responders and Military in Australia too. The Law Enforcement Today Radio Show theme song Hurricane, is used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Miami Gardens Florida Police Officer David Starling talks about surviving multiple gunshot wounds. He was targeted and ambushed for being a uniformed Police Officer. Plus Staci Goveia from Protecting K- Heroes talks about her mission to supply ballistic vests and Narcan first aid kits to K9 units across the United States and abroad. Learn how you can help their efforts by donating or by attending their Brothers In Blue Bash Chicago. Theme song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deborah Louise Ortiz shares her dramatic story about recovery from Law Enforcement related PTSD. Plus, she talks about Code 9 Project's focus on raising awareness about PTSD. They also provide education, support and viable self-help tools to all Public Safety Personnel and their families for the purpose of managing and reducing the compressive stress effects, such as PTSD and suicide.  Theme song Hurricane is used by 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.

Shaun Smotherman, retired Corpus Christi Police Officer discusses Traumatic Brain Injury. T.B.I. is a lesser known, but critical risk to the health of First Responders and Law Enforcement Officers. Plus, he talks about the difficulties of living with this life long disability caused by repeated concussions. Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Loomis - Police Officer and past President of the Cleveland Police Patrolmen's Association joins us on the L.E.T.show. Steve discusses how the D.O.J. Consent Decree is making Cleveland less safe. Is this a trend that will spread across the U.S.? Plus, he talks about politicians are damaging positive police interactions with their communities. Our theme song Hurricane is used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.