3 Cops Talk - Rebuilding Community Trust

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott checks in from Michigan from his “glamper,” which looks less like a campsite and more like a corporate boardroom. The guys reflect on the nation’s 250th anniversary, what it means to have spent nearly every Fourth of July working over the past 25 years, how far America has come, and how much work remains to preserve the greatness that m...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Retired Flint, Michigan Police Sergeant William Meyer returns to the show to discuss his new novel, The Deliverer: Living in the Shadows of Flint . Bill shares the path that led him into law enforcement and explains how becoming an author has provided a therapeutic outlet for processing the trauma, tragedy, and unforgettable experiences he wi...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! The guys compare Father’s Day gifts ranging from plastic surgery and a pack of new socks to an unexpected fascination with the biopic of the King of Pop. They also take a look at an upcoming film directed by Sean Penn that depicts the experiences of a United States Capitol Police officer during the events of January 6. Finally, they discuss a...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris is tied up with other obligations but still manages to make his presence felt on this episode. Scott ventures into Indiana, where he walks among some of his Children of the Corn. Meanwhile, Shaun casually reminds everyone that he’s apparently friends with an astronaut. From a midwest zeitgeist and unexpected connections to the usual off...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris checks in from memory lane in Chicago as the Bears may migrate east due to political climate change. Scott weighs in on Spam’s ambitious attempt to break into the hot dog market. Then it’s down to the Palmetto State, where a workplace dispute involving odorous microwaved fish nearly turns into a friendly-fire incident, and a newly signe...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A traffic stop for a hands-free device violation turns into a lesson in irony, an Indiana police chief gets caught with his hand in the evidence room cookie jar after allegedly selling seized firearms to pawn shops, and the Minneapolis police chief resigns amid allegations of “getting handy” with multiple city employees. It’s another episode...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Summer officially kicks off—and only in law enforcement can dropping a well-timed expletive both save a life and trigger an Internal Affairs complaint. Meanwhile, finances in major cities are spiraling in every direction. Mounting deficits, political dysfunction, and battles involving both public and private sector unions are leaving budgets...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Some artificial intelligence, artificial additives, and artificial breasts make for a surprisingly entertaining episode. Chris is back from business—and things go downhill fast. Shaun discovers that AI may understand him better than most humans. Scott returns from a family wedding in Wisconsin convinced he’s witnessed his own culinary Valhall...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A humorous yet insightful conversation covering Mother's Day gift ideas, the bizarre story of a small Georgia town's police department firing spree, and the importance of social media policies for law enforcement. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! DEI was sold as a cure for institutional dysfunction—but reality keeps delivering different results. This episode looks at the collapse of Spirit Airlines, fueled in part by government intervention, and the stunning indictment of the Orleans Parish sheriff in Louisiana—hit with 30 felony charges tied to her alleged role in the massive 2025 pr...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! “Mayday” has long been the universal call for help—so it’s fitting this episode drops on May 1st. Law enforcement remains under fire—despite what most Americans actually want. In major urban centers, activist mobs, emboldened criminals, media narratives, and political leadership continue to complicate efforts to restore order, creating an env...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! This episode gets a little… trippy. A courageous high school principal in Oklahoma inspires the guys to take a trip back to their own high school days—where expectations were low, guidance was questionable, and Top Gun was still in the closet.  Meanwhile, President Trump signs an executive order fast-tracking the review of psychedelics for me...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Internal Affairs—misunderstood inside and outside the ranks—gets a straight answer in this episode. Our guest, Marlon Marrache, is a retired LAPD sergeant and former lieutenant with 25+ years of experience (including a decade in IA), who breaks down the myths and realities of the Internal Affairs process. Having both prosecuted and defended o...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Vallejo PD’s latest anti-gun violence strategy? A phone call and a heartfelt “please don’t.” Teaming up with the Center for Urban Excellence, they’ll identify likely offenders and politely ask them to make better choices—backed by millions in grant money and a refreshing lack of measurable goals. Don’t worry, though- criminal accountability i...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Shaun’s dealing with a head cold, so naturally Scott prescribes an imagined magic elixir courtesy of his in-house “renaissance pest exterminator”—a guy who moonlights as a rock star with a homemade cocktail that allegedly kills bugs, germs, and possibly the drinker. Meanwhile, a “No Kings” protest takes Scott back to the old department, unloc...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott and Shaun sit down with retired firefighter John Sullivan to break down the unique mix of camaraderie and rivalry within the public safety family—one that’s grown tighter than ever as expanding responsibilities and shrinking staffing levels force those on the job to rely on each other like never before. John Sullivan’s Bio: John, a dedi...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Since the era of deinstitutionalization, police officers have increasingly been tasked with managing the most volatile and unpredictable individuals—often with limited support and few good options. While de-escalation training has become standard, its application has at times been distorted—prioritizing the appearance of restraint over the re...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! March gives Chirs and Shaun an excuse to take pride in a couple of legendary ethnic icons—Casimir Pulaski and Saint Patrick. They swap stories about their Polish and Irish roots, the odd traditions that come with them, and the Americanized versions they grew up with. Meanwhile, Scott realizes Norway didn’t exactly produce many holiday mascots...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A veteran Los Angeles cop takes the concept of “light duty” to new heights—literally—after getting busted for felony workers’ comp fraud when proof surfaces of him skydiving while supposedly too injured to work. Meanwhile, the guys revisit a strange 2024 fraternity "hazing" incident at the University of Iowa, proving once again that...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! The guys discuss how a 27-year police veteran in Detroit, Michigan finds herself fighting City Hall after being disciplined for a lawful police contact—one where she relied on federal authorities. We break down the incident, the lawsuit that followed, and what it says about command discipline, politics, and the narrowing room for cops who fol...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! The guys do absolutely nothing to shorten their stay in purgatory, despite their half-baked plans for Lenten sacrifice and redemption. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4aw Facebook: 3 Cops Talk | Facebook Instagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=Ym...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A promising trend is emerging as local law enforcement leaders publicly push back against the anti-law enforcement legislation, tactics, and ideologies championed by many blue-state politicians and activists.  Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4aw Facebook:...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott’s algorithms deliver hard truths to some Big Easy cops, alongside a cautiously optimistic—and heavily conditional—report on 2025 law enforcement deaths. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4aw Facebook: 3 Cops Talk | Facebook Instagram: https://instagram...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott self-medicates his cough with a treatment that would absolutely not pass the FDA, while we discuss two ex-cops involved in high-profile incidents who take a crack at clearing the air around their reputations—producing more smoke than answers. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/chan...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Shaun botches fashion advice while the Pacific Northwest somehow links Lewis & Clark, a brave sheriff, and a weepy police chief. Chris, meanwhile, is smitten with the shiny new tech that helped bag Maduro. Pierce County (WA) Sheriff Keith Swank’s recent comments: https://youtube.com/shorts/c39of6HhsNI?si=FCnsht1_o9bO3NIs Email: 3copstalk@...