Responder Resilience

Law Enforcement Episodes

Jason Harney: Movies That Matter for Police and Their Families | S4 E7
Feb. 14, 2024

Jason Harney: Movies That Matter for Police and Their Families | S4 E7

In this episode of Responder Resilience, we delve into the world of impactful filmmaking with Jason Harney, a retired Police Sergeant turned Documentary Filmmaker.
Guest: Jason Harney
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Jason Harney: Movies That Matter for Police and Their Families | S4 E7
Jason Harney: Movies That Matter for Police and Their Families | S4 E7
David Berez—A Resilient Life: Thriving Beyond Trauma | S4 E1
Jan. 3, 2024

David Berez—A Resilient Life: Thriving Beyond Trauma | S4 E1

In this episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of interviewing David Berez, a retired Police Officer and Drug Recognition Expert with over 33 years of experience in Emergency Services. David shares his insights on Resiliency, Officer Mental Health, Transition into Retirement with Purpose, and…
Guest: David Berez
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David Berez—A Resilient Life: Thriving Beyond Trauma | S4 E1
David Berez—A Resilient Life: Thriving Beyond Trauma | S4 E1
Jason Palamara and Barbara Rubel —A Conversation on Living Blue | S3 E52
Dec. 27, 2023

Jason Palamara and Barbara Rubel —A Conversation on Living Blue | S3 E52

We dive into the world of law enforcement wellness with special guests Jason Palamara, a retired NYPD Cold Case Homicide detective, and Barbara Rubel, an acclaimed author and thanatologist. Their book, Living Blue, explores their personal experiences and evidence-based practices to improve officer …
Guests: Jason Palamara , Barbara Rubel, BS, MA, BCETS, DAAETS
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Jason Palamara and Barbara Rubel —A Conversation on Living Blue | S3 E52
Jason Palamara and Barbara Rubel —A Conversation on Living Blue | S3 E52
Clee Tilman—Breakdown on the Beat: Responder Divorce | S3 E49
Dec. 6, 2023

Clee Tilman—Breakdown on the Beat: Responder Divorce | S3 E49

🎙️ David and guest co-host Laura G. Hanson are joined by Clee Tilman, Podcast Host of Black & Blue and Law Enforcement Officer, who dives into the unique challenges faced by first responders in relationships.
Guest: Clee Tilman
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Clee Tilman—Breakdown on the Beat: Responder Divorce | S3 E49
Clee Tilman—Breakdown on the Beat: Responder Divorce | S3 E49
Chief John Monaghan—Breaking Free From "The Man Box" | S3 E48
Nov. 29, 2023

Chief John Monaghan—Breaking Free From "The Man Box" | S3 E48

Join us on this powerful episode as we sit down with John Monaghan III, a retired police chief with an inspiring story.
Guest: John Monaghan III
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Chief John Monaghan—Breaking Free From "The Man Box" | S3 E48
Chief John Monaghan—Breaking Free From "The Man Box" | S3 E48
Edie Darling—From Peace Officer to Ambassador of Peace | S3 E44
Nov. 1, 2023

Edie Darling—From Peace Officer to Ambassador of Peace | S3 E44

Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Edie Darling, a retired law enforcement sergeant and community leader. Discover how her commitment to service and compassion has made her the Ambassador of Peace.
Guest: Edie Darling
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Edie Darling—From Peace Officer to Ambassador of Peace | S3 E44
Edie Darling—From Peace Officer to Ambassador of Peace | S3 E44
Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42
Oct. 18, 2023

Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42

Join us in the latest episode of Responder Resilience as we sit down with guest Laura G. Hanson, a Certified High Performance Coach and wellness coordinator with the Virginia State Police. We delve into the world of first responders and their high-performance mindset.
Guest: Laura G. Hanson
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Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42
Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42
Michael Laidler—Thriving in Corrections and Beyond | S3 E41
Oct. 11, 2023

Michael Laidler—Thriving in Corrections and Beyond | S3 E41

Looking to level up your career in law enforcement or corrections? In this episode of Responder Resilience Podcast, we have a special guest, Michael Laidler, a Professional Speaker and Best-Selling Author.
Guest: Michael Laidler
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Michael Laidler—Thriving in Corrections and Beyond | S3 E41
Michael Laidler—Thriving in Corrections and Beyond | S3 E41
Voices of Resilience: Empowering Those Who Serve | S3 E39
Sept. 27, 2023

Voices of Resilience: Empowering Those Who Serve | S3 E39

We're excited to have Shawn Thomas, Founder of 1st Responder Conferences, on our podcast! Join us as we explore this multifaceted two-day mental health and wellness seminar and networking event.
Guest: Shawn Thomas
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Voices of Resilience: Empowering Those Who Serve | S3 E39
Voices of Resilience: Empowering Those Who Serve | S3 E39
Fixing Recruitment and Retention | S3 E38
Sept. 20, 2023

Fixing Recruitment and Retention | S3 E38

Responder Resilience sits down with Chad Michael Bruckner, Motivational Speaker/Author, to discuss his new book, "The Holy Trinity of Successful and Healthy Police Organizations: Improving Leadership, Culture & Wellness."
Guest: Chad Michael Bruckner
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Fixing Recruitment and Retention | S3 E38
Fixing Recruitment and Retention | S3 E38
Unbreakable Spirits: Overcoming Post 9/11 Trauma | S3 E37
Sept. 13, 2023

Unbreakable Spirits: Overcoming Post 9/11 Trauma | S3 E37

🇺🇸 🎙️ On this special 9/11 episode of Responder Resilience podcast, we speak with A Badge of Honor's Samantha Horwitz and John Salerno sharing their first-hand experiences as 9/11 First Responders.
Guests: Samantha Horwitz , John Salerno
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Unbreakable Spirits: Overcoming Post 9/11 Trauma | S3 E37
Unbreakable Spirits: Overcoming Post 9/11 Trauma | S3 E37
From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32
Aug. 9, 2023

From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32

Join us on the Responder Resilience Podcast as we delve into the power of proactive peer support. Our guests, Dr. Stephanie Conn and Craig Deardorff, share valuable insights on the EMDR/ASAP protocol and how to choose the right clinician for your agency.
Guests: Stephanie M. Conn , Craig Deardorff
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From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32
From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32
The Leader's Playbook: Insights from the Experts | S3 E31
Aug. 1, 2023

The Leader's Playbook: Insights from the Experts | S3 E31

Responder Resilience podcast is hitting a major milestone with our 100th episode! 🎧🔥 "The Leader's Playbook" brings together 11 inspiring leaders and chiefs sharing their wisdom to help you become the best leader possible.
Guests: Nick Paproski, LP, EMS-I, DICO-C , John Lynch , Cristian Hinojosa , Bobby Halton , Rommie Duckworth , Jonni Redick , Neil H. Gang , Albe Bassett , Tom Rizzo , David Ogden , Oakland McCulloch
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The Leader's Playbook: Insights from the Experts | S3 E31
The Leader's Playbook: Insights from the Experts | S3 E31
Grit and Grace: Driving Positive Change in Law Enforcement | S3 E27
July 5, 2023

Grit and Grace: Driving Positive Change in Law Enforcement | S3 E27

Join us on Responder Resilience Podcast as we chat with Chief David Ogden, veteran law enforcement executive, diving deep into the critical topics of organizational health, overall wellness, resilience, adversity, and leadership.
Guest: David Ogden
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Grit and Grace: Driving Positive Change in Law Enforcement | S3 E27
Grit and Grace: Driving Positive Change in Law Enforcement | S3 E27
Emotional Warrior: Building Resilience for Recruitment and Retention | S3 E26
June 27, 2023

Emotional Warrior: Building Resilience for Recruitment and Retention | S3 E26

The episode features motivational speaker and author, Chad Michael Bruckner, as he discusses leadership, culture, and wellness as the answer to fixing recruitment in the law enforcement profession.
Guest: Chad Michael Bruckner
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Emotional Warrior: Building Resilience for Recruitment and Retention | S3 E26
Emotional Warrior: Building Resilience for Recruitment and Retention | S3 E26
FinancialCop—Take Control of Your Financial Wellness | S3 E23
June 7, 2023

FinancialCop—Take Control of Your Financial Wellness | S3 E23

Are you a first responder worried about your financial future? 🤔💰 Managing finances and retirement is not an easy task, especially for first responders. But don't worry, we've got you covered! Tune in to our latest podcast episode featuring Nicholas Daugherty from FinancialCop.com and learn about b…
Guest: Nick Daugherty
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FinancialCop—Take Control of Your Financial Wellness | S3 E23
FinancialCop—Take Control of Your Financial Wellness | S3 E23
Copikaze — Managing Mission Impossible | S3 E22
May 31, 2023

Copikaze — Managing Mission Impossible | S3 E22

On the next episode of Responder Resilience, we’re joined by Tom Rizzo, Investigations Division Commander and author of the #1 Amazon Best-Seller "Copikaze: A Crucible to Manage Mission Impossible". Listen in as Tom shares his principles of self-discipline and how they can positively impact others.…
Guest: Tom Rizzo
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Copikaze — Managing Mission Impossible | S3 E22
Copikaze — Managing Mission Impossible | S3 E22
Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17
April 26, 2023

Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17

Looking to enhance your well-being and job performance? Meet Wendy S. Hummell, a retired Detective, podcaster and Sheriff’s Office Wellness Coordinator who has been teaching yoga, mindfulness, and resilience to First Responders for the past six years. Her mission is to support them with the resourc…
Guest: Wendy Hummell
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Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17
Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17
Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16
April 19, 2023

Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16

Join us on Responder Resilience as we welcome former SWAT Operator and keynote speaker Laura G. Hanson. As the only female on the full-time SWAT Team in Virginia Beach for over 4 years, Laura has a wealth of experience to share. She'll discuss her memoir "Why I Went In," her work as CEO of Brain Bu…
Guest: Laura G. Hanson
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Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16
Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16
Second Impact: Understanding Brain Injury | S3 E15
April 12, 2023

Second Impact: Understanding Brain Injury | S3 E15

👁️‍🗨️ First responders face many dangers on the job, including the risk of traumatic brain injury from assaults, vehicle crashes, falls, and explosive forced entry. Tune in to our latest episode, where we'll be discussing Second Impact Injury with former professional boxer Ray Ciancaglini and veter…
Guests: Ray Ciancaglini , Chris Belair
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Second Impact: Understanding Brain Injury | S3 E15
Second Impact: Understanding Brain Injury | S3 E15
Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 2) | S3 E13
March 29, 2023

Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 2) | S3 E13

In the second part of this mini-documentary, Responder Resilience continues the deep dive into the topic of first responder retirement. We are joined by a panel of twenty one retired or active first responders and resilience experts, representing law enforcement, the fire service, EMS, dispatch, an…
Guests: Mike Grasso , Ray Connors , Anne and Mike Gagliano , Matt Domyancic , Dan Welch , Steve Zagami , Ernie Stevens , Patrick Fitzgibbons , Edmund Russell , Adam A. Meyers , Scott Medlin , Jonni Redick , John Kelly , Denise Beard , Dr. Olivia Johnson , Kasey Brainerd , David H. Ferris Jr. , Gordon MacCalla , Peter Marengo , Angela Matthews , Jeff Ward
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Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 2) | S3 E13
Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 2) | S3 E13
Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 1) | S3 E12
March 22, 2023

Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 1) | S3 E12

In this two part mini-documentary, Responder Resilience does a deep dive into the topic of first responder retirement. We are joined by a panel of twenty one retired or active first responders and resilience experts, representing law enforcement, the fire service, EMS, dispatch, animal control, and…
Guests: Ray Connors , Anne and Mike Gagliano , Matt Domyancic , Dan Welch , Steve Zagami , Ernie Stevens , Patrick Fitzgibbons , Edmund Russell , Adam A. Meyers , Scott Medlin , Jonni Redick , John Kelly , Denise Beard , Dr. Olivia Johnson , Kasey Brainerd , David H. Ferris Jr. , Mike Grasso , Gordon MacCalla , Peter Marengo , Angela Matthews , Jeff Ward
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Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 1) | S3 E12
Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0 (Part 1) | S3 E12
Family Matters: Managing the Psychological Costs of the Job | S3 E11
March 15, 2023

Family Matters: Managing the Psychological Costs of the Job | S3 E11

We’re joined by Giovanni Rocco, retired LEO and FBI covert operative and author of the book “Giovanni’s Ring: My life Inside the Real Sopranos”. Giovanni talks about the toll the job takes, and the unwitting sacrifices our spouses and children make as a result of the first responder profession. Gi…
Guest: Giovanni Rocco
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Family Matters: Managing the Psychological Costs of the Job | S3 E11
Family Matters: Managing the Psychological Costs of the Job | S3 E11
Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10
March 8, 2023

Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10

In this episode, Stacy and David speak with Dr. Olivia Johnson, Founder of the Blue Wall Institute www.bw-institute.com about police officer suicide. We do a deep dive into the root causes of law enforcement officers taking their lives, and examine Dr. Johnson’s “Fatal 10” of suicide contributing f…
Guest: Dr. Olivia Johnson
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Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10
Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10