Mental Health Episodes
This category highlights discussions around mental health challenges faced by law enforcement officers and first responders, emphasizing the importance of well-being and recovery strategies.
596
March 3, 2024
Grief After The Sudden Death Of Her
Grief Life After The Sudden Death Of Her Husband
Guests: John J Wiley , Heidi Dunstan
588
Feb. 4, 2024
Police Officers Killed, Violence, Trauma During His Career
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 ...
Guests: John J Wiley , Jeremy Wade
584
Jan. 21, 2024
Do Police Have Compassion? Yes, It's Rarely Reported.
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 ...
Guests: John J Wiley , Andy Hughes
579
Jan. 3, 2024
SWAT Police Shot On Call, He Barely Survived. Special Episode.
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...
Guests: Matthew Schoolfield , John J Wiley
578
Dec. 31, 2023
Police Chase Shooting and Crash, Aband
Police Chase Shooting and Crash, Abandoned By Government. Special Episode.
577
Dec. 27, 2023
Warriors, Police, Veterans Help Each Other. Special Episode.
Warriors, Police, Veterans and Others Help Each Other.
574
Dec. 17, 2023
Alcohol Abuse by Police, From PTSD. After The Badge.
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 ...
566
Nov. 19, 2023
Police Officer Viciously Assaulted, Learned
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
Guests: John J Wiley , Freddy Trillo
565
Nov. 15, 2023
Police Officer Military Veteran's Journey
Police Officer Military Veteran's Journey To Recovery. Special Episode. Many don't talk about the suicide epidemic with our Police Officers, and Military Veterans. Trauma, PTSD, Depression and the effects it has on our first responders is a subject that is still taboo for many people.
Guests: John J Wiley , Matt Griffin
559
Oct. 25, 2023
Alcohol and Police Trauma Took Him To The Edge.
Alcohol and Police Trauma Took Him To The Edge. The Perils of Police Trauma and Alcohol: A Journey from Despair to Hope. The weight of police trauma, coupled with alcohol abuse, pushed him to the brink of despair, ultimately leading to a suicide attempt. This harrowing ordeal marked the end of his law enforcement career and left his overall mental health in shambles. Today, he shares his story of loss and resilience, aiming to offer hope and support to others. Alcohol and police trauma take cent...
Guests: John J Wiley , Richard Odom
558
Oct. 22, 2023
PTSD Life for Cops, Military and First Responders
PTSD Life for Cops, Military and First Responders. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental health condition that affects individuals who have been exposed to or witnessed traumatic events. It transcends boundaries and can affect anyone, but it disproportionately affects certain professions where individuals are regularly confronted with traumatic situations. PTSD Life for Cops, police officers, military personnel, and first responders, including firefighters, paramedics, a...
Guests: Jessie Holton , John J Wiley
531
July 30, 2023
Health of First Responders and Others Too, Game Changer?
Game Changer For The Physical Health of Everyone, Especially First Responders?
Guest: John J Wiley
523
July 5, 2023
Police PTSD Trauma Aftermath of Police Career-Ending Injury.
Police PTSD Trauma Aftermath of Police Career-Ending Injury. A powerful interview with retired Nashville Metro Police Lieutenant Joe Towers, who devoted over two decades of his life to serving his community as a dedicated law enforcement officer. In this revealing episode, Joe candidly shares the truths of policing in America, recounting his career, filled with the constant presence of violence, danger, and trauma. In this powerful episode, we explore the reality of Police PTSD and the lasting T...
Guests: John J Wiley , Joe Towers
521
June 28, 2023
Police Shot In Ambush. Fight To Survive
Police Shot In Ambush. Fight To Survive and Life After. His story. Special Episode. The chilling account of Police Sergeant Charles Lowe, who faced a life-altering ambush while courageously donning his police uniform in the streets of St. Louis. He shares the heart-wrenching story of a night when he became the target of a malicious attack solely for wearing the badge of a law enforcement officer. In this gripping Special Episode, we share the Survival Story of a Police Sergeant, Charles Lowe, wh...
Guests: John J Wiley , Charles Lowe
517
June 14, 2023
Trauma Special Forces Sniper In Combat In Afghanistan.
Trauma Special Forces Sniper In Combat In Afghanistan. Post Traumatic Growth. Join us in a special episode featuring the story of a Canadian Special Forces sniper who encountered intense combat situations in Afghanistan. This seasoned sniper shares his experiences, highlighting the violence, high-pressure scenarios, and the harsh realities of warfare, including the profound impact it had on him and those around him. He bravely delves into the chaos of combat, mayhem, and the heart-wrenching spec...
516
June 11, 2023
NYPD Police Problems. Morale, Should We Be Alarmed? Special Episode
NYPD Police Problems. Morale, Should We Be Alarmed? Special Episode. Are you alarmed by the plummeting morale among the New York City Police Department (NYPD) officers? Join us for this special episode, where we dissect the pressing issue of morale and its far-reaching implications. We're honored to have retired NYPD Detective David Chianese as our guest, shedding light on the complex factors contributing to this concerning trend. In this Special Episode, we take a deep dive into the growing Pol...
Guests: John J Wiley , David Chianese
499
April 12, 2023
Police Officer And Military Trauma, First Day
Police Officer And Military Trauma, First Day Back Took a Terrible Toll. From daily rocket attacks in Iraq, to a murdered baby on his first day back as a Police Officer began to affect him. The traumas from both Military Combat and Policing had a terrible impact on his marriage. Fortunately, they were able to reconcile and now he provides support to Police across the Country. Jason Scalzi is a retired Police Officer and former Marine. He deployed to combat as a member of a reserve unit and face...
Guests: John J Wiley , Jason Scalzi
495
March 29, 2023
Police Officer's Shooting, PTSD, Alcohol Abuse and DUI Arrest. Surprise By His Agency.
Police Officer's Shooting, PTSD, Alcohol Abuse and DUI Arrest. Surprise By His Agency. Trauma during his police career and a Shooting, Led to PTSD, Alcohol Abuse and a DUI Arrest. Jeff Stoval talks about the shooting, how police trauma led to PTSD, his marital problems and self medicating with alcohol. This led to him being arrested for DUI. Instead of firing him the department and peer support helped him get back on track and return to a successful law enforcement career and healthy life. The ...
Guests: John J Wiley , Jeff Stoval