Episodes

Deputy Sheriff Survived a Gunfight then Spiraled Out of Control. Brian Regan, a former Brevard County Florida Sheriff’s Deputy talks about an incident that ended in a deadly shootout. He talks about the shooting, the immediate events afterwards and how is life eventually began to spiral out of control. The effects of the trauma from the event, led to the end of his career and had profound effects on his mental health. Brian also talks about his mission to help First Responders, Law Enforcement O...

Police Sergeant's Death By Suicide And The Shocking Response From His Department. He was a Sergeant with the Kansas City Kansas Police Department, where he served for more than 15 years. His name was Brett Doolittle and he died by suicide. Lindsey, his widow, talks about the police related stress and symptoms that lead to his death, the incident and the shocking response from the Department. Lindsey also talks about the book she wrote about suicide and her mission to help others. Interested in ...

With the recent violence at so-called protests in American cities, and the threats of increasing violence from groups like Antifa, normal protests can turn into life and death battles quickly and without notice. Neil Pollock, is a retired Constable and Public Order Management Trainer and Tactical Advisor from The Metropolitan Police in London, UK. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an email to the host and producer of the show jay@letradio.com. Follow us...

Patrick Welsh is a Lawyer and retired Law Enforcement Officer. He was working as an assistant County Prosecutor before becoming a Police Officer in Dayton Ohio. His career in the Dayton Police Department spanned 26 years, during that time he worked in Patrol, Narcotics, and Investigations Division. He retired at the rank of Major. After retiring he joined the Colorado Springs Police Department for a few years working undercover investigating Human Trafficking cases. Interested in being a guest,...

Deputy Sheriff Shot, Lost An Eye And Needed A Miracle Transplant To Save His Life. Sheriff Sgt. Davd James talks about the attack when he was shot 5 times by a 16 year old. He lost one eye, much of the vision in the other eye and in addition to his other injuries he developed kidney failure. His first transplant failed after a few years. He received his life saving transplant under miraculous and heroic circumstances. Plus, he talks about his mission to help first responders. Interested in bein...

Law Enforcement Agencies Forcing Out Injured Officers. Former Ventura County Sheriff’s Deputy Travis “TJ” Miller talks about his career ending injury. One of the most common in Law Enforcement and simple things that departments can do to decrease the frequency of these injuries. He talks about the lack of support that he and others receive from their agency. Plus, the surprising and successful career options he found after Law Enforcement. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising...

Sheriff's Deputies Retired, Now ID Channel TV Stars. Retired Sheriff J.B. Smith and retired Detectives Pamela Dunklin and Joe Rasco went from Law Enforcement Officers to stars of the new television show Lone Star Justice, on the Investigation Discovery Channel. They talk about their unique bond and history in Law Enforcement, plus the challenges of presenting an accurate as possible portrayal on the television show. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an e...

Stress in Police Officer Family, Movie "American Sniper" Inspired Their Foundation. She was an EMT, and her spouse is a Police Officer. She is part of a first responer family and talks about the stresses, both emotional, physical and financial that first responder families face. When her EMT career was cut short by health problems, she watched the movie "American Sniper" with her police officer husband. Watching the movie and seeing how the stress impacted their marriage she decided to do someth...

Investigating Homicides, Serial Killers and Baby Murderers. Doyle Burke, who witnessed his first murder at age 9, later became Ohio’s pre-eminent homicide investigator. He joins us to discuss the difficulties and misconceptions about investigating homicides. He also talks about two extreme murder cases, one involving a woman who murdered her baby with a microwave and the other was a group of serial spree killers. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportunities send an emai...

Blue Line Holistic Doctor, Dr. Gabbriella A.G. "You protect me, my job is to protect you." Have you heard the old song "Put The Lime In The Coconut" by Harry Nilsson? In the classic tune a mixture of Lime and Coconut would make you feel better. Have you heard of Bulletproof coffee? The old saying you are what you eat holds true.In this special episode of the Law Enforcement Today Radio Show and Podcast Dr. Gabbriella gives simple tips on how eating differently can help combat the high stress of ...

Police Officer Shot, Blinded In A Gunfight, He Tells His Story. Retired Police Officer Robert DeNapoli got a call for an armed robbery at a jewelry store. When he arrived he was met by two suspects, one of which opened fire on him. Early in the gunfight Robert was blinded and his gun hand was injured. He wasn't able to see the felon, who continued to shoot him. Retired Officer DeNapoli stayed in the fight, he survived to help other police officers catastrophically injured by violence. Intereste...

State Trooper Brother Killed, Remembering Christopher Shea. US Marine Corps Veteran Timothy Shea talks about the line of duty death of his brother Delaware State Trooper Christopher Shea. He discusses the similar problems that Military Veterans and Law Enforcement Officers face. Timothy also talks about his non profit and his extreme running that promotes awareness about PTSD and suicide prevention for Law Enforcement Officers. Interested in being a guest, sponsorship or advertising opportuniti...

Police Officer Stabbed and Her Throat Was Slit, with 911 Audio. Retired Police Officer Tells Her Story. Hartford Police Officer Jill Kidik was stabbed multiple times, her throat and trachea were slit and one of her tear ducts was ripped out during a sudden and totally unexpected assault. It was a routine call for service that left her in a fight for her life. She talks about the attack, her near death experience, the physical and emotional recovery and her valiant efforts to try to return to ser...

Deputy Sheriff Survived A Murder Attempt, Only To Fight His Agency and County. Retired Sheriff’s Corporal Eddie Richardson talks about the incident where a suspect tried to murder him with a motor vehicle. He survived but the suspect did not. He talks about the permanent devastating injuries that caused his retirement. Eddie also discusses the lengthy battles he had to fight with the agency and County that he worked for and almost died for. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or...

Unspoken Dangers And Damage of Police and Sheriff Career. Drinking, depression, divorce and the dark days. Patrick Cullinan, a retired law enforcement officer, talks about his struggles from the often unspoken effects experienced by many working in a Law Enforcement career. He also discusses how he overcame those serious life threatening problems and how his work at Southern States PBA helps other LEOs. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or three about it. If you are able to le...

Newlywed turned Police Officer's Widow. Sherry Graham - Potter talks about how her husband was killed in the line of duty, how she was notified and all that encompasses the departmental funeral. She discusses the emotional hardship that she and her two sons endured. Sherry elaborates on how a chance encounter with another law enforcement officer widow, helped her through the grieving process, to find their new normal. She also discusses her life today and how she dedicates much of her time to he...

Died Twice, Sheriff's Deputy Shot Left Paralyzed And Still Serves. Detective Dan Brite was shot by a heavily armed and suicidal man on a SWAT call out. The high power rifle round entered through the side of his vest, causing catastrophic, life threatening injuries. He died twice during emergency treatment, the trauma medical team brought him back from death. Dan was left paralyzed from the waist down. Dan talks about the incident, the struggle to survive and recover and why he feels it is so imp...

Dr. Robert E. "Bob" Douglas Jr, is our guest. Prior to his 25 year career in Law Enforcement he was a US Marine Corps veteran who served in Vietnam. He has a Masters degree in Criminal Justice, continued his education to get his Doctorate, became a Pastor and dedicates his life to preventing Law Enforcement and First Responder suicides. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend or two, or three about it. If you are able to leave an honest rating and, or, review it would be appreciated. Inter...