Mental Health Episodes

Dreaded 911 Calls, Emergency Dispatchers Trauma. Diana Register a career 911 Dispatcher, who lost her police officer husband is our guest. Diana wrote the bestselling book, “Grief Life” and has also written numerous articles for Law Enforcement Today. Diana talks about the most dreaded dispatch calls and experiences. She speaks candidly about the death of her husband and the traumas associated with being a 911 dispatcher. Diana also discusses the lack of benefits and improper classification of d...

Murders and Death. Police Officer's Trauma, When It Becomes Too Much. Everyone working in Law Enforcement or as a first responder has a breaking point. Former New Orleans Police Officer Dylan Warter joins us to talk about his career in law enforcement and why he walked away. He talks about and remembers Officer Daryle Holloway, End Of Watch 06-20-2015. Dylan also discusses the after effects of experiencing so much violence as a Police Officer in New Orleans. If you enjoy the show, please tell a...

Nightmare Attack on a Police Officer Caused Him To Spiral Out Of Control. Former Janesville Wisconsin Police Officer Andrew Smith talks about the "nightmarish" assault, when his service weapon failed to fire. He talks about how his life began to spiral out of control afterwards, which eventually led to his resignation from the force. Andrew hopes that by sharing his story, he can help prevent other officers from going down the same path of self destruction. If you enjoy the show, please tell a ...

Amy and her husband Mark, founded The Unbridled Heroes Project based on their needs as a result of their military service and the after effects of a horrific crime. They took their experience as veterans, they found and developed a unique way, to help veterans and first responders by using rescued wild horses. The Unbridled Heroes Project has a unique way to help first responders and veterans heal from the traumas that they faced during their service. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enf...

Career Police Officer Jonathan Hickory talks about the stress of working in Law Enforcement and how that led to a dependence on alcohol. He discusses how that abuse spiraled into his own struggles with alcoholism. Jonathan details how his alcoholic condition nearly ended his career and marriage. Most importantly he talks about how recovery saved both his marriage and LEO career. In addition to policing Jonathan has written a book about his journey, to try to help others that struggle with alcoho...

Travis Browning is an active duty law enforcement officer and one of the members of Heroes Behind The Line. He talks about the mission of Heroes Behind The Line, which is first responders helping first responders. Their network provides peer support, critical incident debriefing and much more. Travis talks about the difficulties of being a law enforcement officer and first responder. He also discusses how he has learned to deal with the traumatic incidents they face. Be sure to check out our we...

Kevin Rouse a career Firefighter and EMT talks about the critical mass casualty incident that caused his physical lifelong injury. He also discusses the mental injury, PTSD, that he received from decades of horrific events. Plus, his ongoing battle with the local government to receive his pension. Don’t miss the details of how he and others were able to get their State to change the law for first responders with PTSD. Since his injuries, Kevin dedicates his life to helping injured First Responde...

Former Police Officers Working To Help First Responders. Kimberly DeFiori and Sara Laszaic join us to discuss their Law Enforcement experience. Plus, what they've learned in their police careers that dives them to help first responders. Learn about the Badges United Foundation and how they have dedicated their lives to increased wellness for all first responders. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, never more than 2 issues a w...

Dogs Helping Police Officers and First Responders with PTSD, Training. Jeff Gettings a professional life long dog trainer is our guest. Jeff talks about his organization, comprised of him and his team of professional dog trainers and active and retired Law Enforcement officers that train and provide service dogs to LEOs with PTSD. Jeff also talks about their mission to save shelter dogs and train them to be service dogs. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe...

Police Officers and First Responder Mountain Retreats. Trauma and Stress Treatment. 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. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enfor...

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. 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. Be sure to check out our website. ...

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. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk P...

Police Officer and Family Abused By Workers Compensation and their Government. 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. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter, never mo...

Police Officer Suicide, Max Scherzer. Told by His Widow. 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. 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. Be su...

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 is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Never miss out on an episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Podcast subscribe to our free email newsletter,...

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. Never miss out on ...

Police Officer Now a Psychologist talks about First Responder Trauma. 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 ...

Police Officer and First Responder PTSD Preventing Traumatic Stress Related Mental Health Issues. 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. Follow us on MeWe, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Never mis...