Mental Health Episodes

Her Police Husband Was Shot, The Impact on her. Special Episode. When Kelli Hill-Lowe received the call that her police officer husband had been shot, she was thrown into a nightmare. There were no immediate answers. Was he dead? Was he alive? Was his condition life-threatening? All she knew was that the man she loved had been ambushed in a premeditated act of violence while doing what he had always done, serve and protect. Follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Inst...

Police Sergeant Shot Multiple Times, Left Paralyzed And Leg Amputated. On November 11, 2016, Boise Police Sergeant Kevin Holtry’s life changed forever. What began as a tactical search for a dangerous fugitive in a quiet Boise neighborhood turned into a brutal ambush that would leave Holtry shot multiple times, paralyzed from the waist down, and ultimately result in the amputation of his left leg. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on our website, Apple ...

PTSD From Police Work Life and Death. A Hostage shooting incident where a suspect fired at at him and other officers with an SKS rifle, and a Fight for Life domestic violence call where the suspect beat up 2 Sheriff Deputies, and his mother.

Adrenaline Addiction From Trauma and His Police Career Led To Shock. In Wilder, Kentucky, Police Chief Chad Martin stands as a testament to resilience, transformation, and a fierce pursuit of purpose. His journey to the position wasn’t straightforward; instead, it was marked by intense challenges, personal struggles, and what he describes as a lifelong “addiction to adrenaline.” Growing up in a traumatic environment and later serving in the military, Martin developed a tendency for high-stakes s...

Kids Abused By Parents To The Extreme, Medically. He is an Accidental Expert in Investigating Munchausen by Proxy. Detective Michael Weber's journey into MBP investigations began unintentionally. During the latter part of his career, he was assigned to child abuse cases, including those related to MBP. Over the years, Weber has investigated more than 50 medical abuse cases, leading to 13 convictions, with several more pending trial. His work has earned him national recognition and allowed him to...

PTSD and Trauma in England: The Effects on Him. Special Episode. A 20 year police career in Birmingham, England, took it's toll on him. knows all too well the toll that trauma and violence can take. After a 20-year career with the West Midlands Police Force, the pressures of policing in some of the country’s most dangerous areas eventually became overwhelming. In his two decades on the force, he was exposed to violent crime on a regular basis, which had a profound effect on his mental health, ul...

PTSD and Trauma Among First Line Emergency Responders: Role of Mindfulness and Meditation. First responders—firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians—often face intense, life-threatening situations. Their jobs regularly expose them to traumatic events, such as car accidents, fires, violent crimes, and the deaths of colleagues or civilians. These experiences can lead to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), trauma, anxiety, depression, and burnout. This amazing...

Trauma and Stress Led to Poor Behavior and Tough Decisions: A Deep Dive into PTSD Among Police Officers. In this special episode, we look at the profound impact of trauma and stress on police officers, examining how these factors can lead to poor behavior and tough decisions. PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a significant concern within law enforcement, and its effects can ripple through both personal and professional lives. The entire interview is available as a free podcast on Apple...

Trauma and Repressed Memory From When He Was A Scout and His Life as an Adult. Boy Scouts were a big part of his young life. He was molested as a pre-teenager by a Scout Master. He was told by his abuser that it was part of an initiation that all of the other boys did. He repressed the memories until he was a Resident Assistant at St. Mary's College of Maryland, in St. Mary's City Maryland. Stay updated about his story and many others simply by following us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and m...

Most Watched Hallmark Movie Based on Her Health Nightmare and Amazing Life. Diagnosed with a fatal liver disease at 25 and told she only had months to live without a living donor, Heather Krueger faced a nightmare. Miraculously, a donor was found, and part of his liver was donated to save her life. They met, fell in love, and married. The Hallmark Channel turned their story into the movie "Once Upon A Christmas Miracle," said to be the most watched in Hallmark's history. The full interview is av...

Police In Baltimore, Four Gun Fights. Impact of TV News. Special Episode. The intense and often misunderstood world of a Baltimore Police Officer. This episode sheds light on the trauma and realities faced by cops in Baltimore, debunking the myths spread by TV news and social media like Facebook and Instagram about police work in American cities. In this special episode John J. Wiley sits down with Abby Ellsworth on her "On Being A Police Officer" podcast to share his harrowing experiences duri...

Police, The Truth and Trauma, Scars and Protecting Victims.

Life For Police Officer's Families, His Badge, My Story. Life for police officers and their families, their spouses is a very unique journey, filled with both joy and hardship. The traumas and dangers of the job can have a profound impact on the officer, the family and their spouses. Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts or most major podcast platforms. Vicki Gustafson is our guest, married to Jay, a dedicated law enforcement officer in Texas, this life has been her story, her book, her tes...

Murder of Police Officer Garrett Hull and the Group that Helps After. The tragic murder and loss of his former teammate and close friend, Officer Garrett Hull. Police Officer Hull was fatally shot on September 14, 2018, while bravely attempting to apprehend three serial robbers. Police Detective Mitchell Ellis joins John Jay Wiley, he is a detective with the Fort Worth Texas Police Department reflects on Garrett Hull. Describing Hull as not only a colleague but also a brother, Detective Ellis r...

PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission. Special Episode. This retired Deputy Sheriff from the Orange County Sheriff's Office talks about the impacts of her law enforcement career. The violence and trauma, plus the profound impacts of the drowning deaths of two children. In addition to all the violence, she talks about the drowning deaths of children and the impact it had on them. Donna "D.A." Michaels joins John Jay Wiley. Donna is a retired Orange C...

Traumas as a Disptacher, a Call Where a Deputy was Killed, Led to her CPTSD. Her profound journey, navigating through the challenges of multiple officer-related shootings and coping with the ensuing post-traumatic stress. Her narrative touches upon her diagnosis of CPTSD and recounts a pivotal incident during her time as a dispatcher, where she experienced the loss of a deputy firsthand. The toll of her demanding role on her and her family underscores the importance of mental health awareness, t...

Grief Life After The Sudden Death Of Her Husband

Police Officers Killed, Violence, Trauma During His Career. His Police Career involved a lot of violence and murders of Police Officers. As a Seattle Police Officer, pervasive violence and trauma accompanied Officer Jeremy Wade. In the early stages of his career, a fellow officer met a tragic end, and their trainee was left wounded by gunfire. A month later, a sinister ambush claimed the lives of four Lakewood Police Officers in a coffee shop. Tragically, a Deputy from a neighboring agency also ...

Do Police Have Compassion? Yes, It's Rarely Reported. He talks about compassion during a SWAT call out. Compassion for the family member of the suspect that was shot and killed. Plus compassion for the sniper officer that was forced to shoot to save lives. Compassion in Law Enforcement has been an integral part of the job. It has been part of the decision making and handling of calls for all police officers, sheriff's, constables, troopers across the Country. #Free #Podcast #Radio In exploring ...

SWAT Police Shot On Call, He Barely Survived. Special Episode. Reflecting on his journey, Schoolfield revealed the immense physical and emotional toll of the incident. Shot six times, with three bullets penetrating his armor, he faced critical injuries that required nine surgeries and ongoing physical therapy. The hope of regaining use of his right arm and hand is a challenging journey, and his future in law enforcement remains uncertain. #Free #Podcast #Radio On September 17, 2017, Sergeant Ma...

Police Chase Shooting and Crash, Abandoned By Government. Special Episode.

Warriors, Police, Veterans and Others Help Each Other.

Alcohol Abuse by Police, From PTSD. After The Badge. In the aftermath of a career in law enforcement, officers often grapple with unspoken dangers and damage that extend beyond the visible challenges of the job. Patrick Cullinan, a retired law enforcement officer, sheds light on the rarely discussed aftermath of police and sheriff careers, issues ranging from alcohol abuse to the shadows of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Alcohol abuse by police and PTSD after the badge take center stage ...

Police Officer Viciously Assaulted, Learned Jiu-Jitsu or BJJ a style of JiuJitsu. His story. Special Episode. Explore the Influence of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Policing through the experiences of Freddy Trillo. In the initial phase of his 30-year tenure as a Miami-Dade Police Officer, Freddy encountered a life-threatening assault that profoundly altered his approach to law enforcement. This brutal incident unfolded during his early days as a rookie, involving an assailant who not only incapacitated Freddy but also stripped him of his radio by flinging it away. He tells the story of when he was a rookie Police Officer and was Assaulted leading him to JiuJitsu