Gravity Podcast

This week, Tom & Jen Satterly join Chris on the podcast. Tom was a Command Sergeant Major in Delta Force for over 20 years. Jen was a filmmaker that worked with the special operations community. In this episode, Tom & Jen go beyond the battlefield and address the psychological trauma that they both experienced. They share the work they are doing through the All Secure Foundation in helping...

This week, Chris and Jaimie talk about lowering our expectations in marriage and life. Sometimes, we build up an event so big that it is almost impossible to meet our expectations. Instead, we should exercise the disciplines of dating and communication, knowing that it may not go perfectly. Be patient with the process. Consistently date your spouse. Consistently exercise good communication skills...

This week, the inspiration of the Netflix movie The Good Nurse,  Amy Loughren joins Chris to share her experience working with a killer. In 2003, Amy was working in the ICU at Parkfield Memorial Hospital when she met fellow nurse, Charlie Cullen. Charlie had a great personality and was very caring. Listen in as Amy shares what it was like being best friend with a killer.  Follow Amy on Instagram o...

On this bonus episode, Chris shares some thoughts on incorporating new disciplines into our lives. Habits are often formed without thinking. Most challenges in life come back to bad habits or failure to follow through on good habits. Living a disciplined life takes hard work, follow through, and accountability. Chris's challenge to the listeners is to identify one micro habit to begin in 2023...

This week, Chris and Jaimie unpack a conflict from last night. It has all the ingredients that any good fight is made of - some unmet expectations, a little miscommunication, a leaky faucet, and a little bit of humor. Wow! It's okay folks, no one had to sleep on the couch for the making of this episode. At the beginning of the episode, Chris highlights Coffee with Dan and 484 Hero. Check out...

This week, Chris is joined by his daughter, Danielle Littrell. She shares her perspectives of being part of a law enforcement family. Both good and bad experiences prepared Danielle for being a decision maker. This is the last episode of season 2. Thank you for listening. Connect with Gravity LinkedIn I Facebook I Instagram I YouTube I Website I MERCHANDISE Contact Chris or Jaimie at:  chris@gravi...

This week, fellow podcaster and retired law enforcement officer Patrick Fitzgibbons joins Chris on the show. Patrick is the host of the Criminal Justice Revolution podcast , a 23-year police veteran, author, and military veteran. Currently, Pat is serving as the National Outreach Liaison for FHE Health's Shatterproof program - a first responder / military only mental health and recovery progr...

This week, Chris & Jaimie unpack the times they have been apart, the challenges that these seasons created, and the intentional steps they took to protect their marriage. They share some great memories forged with amazing friends. They also offer some valuable disciplines that will get you through times of separation. At the beginning of the episode, Chris highlights Coffee with Dan and 484 He...

This week, Steve Gould joins Chris on the podcast. Steve is an active-duty police officer on the east coast and podcast host of Things Police See . Chris and Steve get into the job; moving across country with nothing but Cobra, a travel trailer, and a dream; and the pivotal moment when Steve accepted Jesus Christ as his savior. Powerful podcast with some good rabbit trails. Check out the Things Po...

This week, Chris and Jaimie share marital advice for newlyweds, provided by friends and listeners on their social media accounts. Inspired by a beach wedding at Cannon Beach, Oregon, the advice is foundational in having a successful marriage relationship. At the beginning of the episode, Chris highlights Coffee with Dan and 484 Hero. Check out their website . Socials Facebook I Instagram I LinkedI...

This week, Chris is joined by one of his old partners in detectives, prior police detective, turned stay-at-home mom, turned entrepreneur, Mary Taylor. Mary is the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of Taylored Living Magazine and Taylored Co. Work . Mary is a proud LEO wife. Check out more of her work at the social media links below. Connect with Mary Taylor LinkedIn I Instagram I Podcast Connec...

This week, Chris and Jaimie reflect on what made their first year of marriage successful. Getting married is easy; but staying married is really tough. Married at 19-years-old, Chris and Jaimie had an uphill battle. As they reflected on their first year, they identified some accidental and intentional steps they took to increase the chances of success. In the cover art photo, Chris and Jaimie have...

This week, Chris sat down with the founders of 484 Hero, sister and brother team Cierra McCartney and Daniel Gardner. Chris and Jaimie have been friends with Cierra since 2005/2006 when Cierra and Jaimie worked together at the Everett (WA) YMCA. Cierra's husband, Daniel McCartney was finishing his enlistment in the US Navy and had dreams of becoming a police officer. Daniel realized his dream...

In this BONUS episode, Chris shares his reflections of the past two weeks. He has been asked by various media sources how to solve the problems of juvenile delinquency, crime, and violence. Chris and Jaimie believe the solution starts with the family and continues in character developing activities.  Listen in to the uncommon inspiration for this episode, a music recital. Check out Coffee with Dan...

This week, Chris and Jaimie go back to their beginnings, meeting and dating in high school. We hope our story and our story telling puts a smile on your face. Socials Facebook I Instagram I LinkedIn I YouTube Website and stuff Purchase Merchandise https://gravityct.com/podcast chris@gravityct.com Music credit:  https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-news-corporate-8307/ 

This week, Marlon Marrache joins Chris on the Gravity podcast. Marlon served the community of Los Angeles for 24-years as a police officer.  His longest assignment was in the internal affairs (IA) division. Marlon advocates for transparency and police holding their own accountable. Since retiring Marlon has started BLU Consulting and just launched a video channel titled D-Tails "The Breakdown...

This week, Chris and Jaimie discuss getting through the daily grind and getting into a groove. Over the past 24 years, they have learned a few tricks to make this transition quicker and more manageable.  Blessings friends!! Socials Facebook / Instagram / LinkedIn Website and stuff Purchase Merchandise https://gravityct.com/podcast chris@gravityct.com Music credit:  https://pixabay.com/music/corpor...

This week, Chris is joined by 30-year police veteran, author, motivational speaker, and life coach, John Kelly. In his book, Surviving Self-Inflicted Wounds: A Deputy's Life of Redemption , John tells all. He shares the cumulative and vicarious traumas he experienced, serving his Florida community as a law enforcement officer. He fully discloses his abuse of alcohol, failures in marriage, and...

BONUS EPISODE:  Chris shares his story of being overwhelmed with an anxiety disorder that led to depression and a post-traumatic stress injury (PTSI). Chris eventually mustered up the courage to ask for help. Listen in to his story of brokenness, healing, and triumph. Do you need help? Suicide hotline: 988 Law Enforcement/Military Resources Cop Line:  1-800-COPLINE Code4Northwest:  425-243-5092 22...

This week, Chris and Jaimie reflect on the documentary Won't You Be My Neighbor.  Chris and Jaimie were impressed by the intentional, positive messaging layered into the program.  Fred Rogers used Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood to spread of message of love. He was willing to have tough conversations and express emotions.  As we discuss our foundations and maintaining gravity in a crazy world,...

This week, Chris is joined by long-time Whitworth University professor Dr. Jerry Sittser. He has written nine books, among them A Grace Disguised , The Will of God as a Way of Life , and Water from a Deep Well . Brazos Press just published his latest book, Resilient Faith: How the Early Christian “Third Way” Changed the World , which explores how the early Christian movement developed such a clear...

This week, Chris and Jaimie call out the elephant in the room - the impending storms that are guaranteed to come our way. They share their storms and those of podcast guests. They offer comfort and encouragement both in creating the right mindset to be ready and in taking small steps to move forward in life's storms. If storms are inevitable, let's learn to Dance in the Rain .  Pick up s...

This week, bestselling author and mental health advocate Pete Earley joins Chris on the podcast. Pete was an accomplished Washington Post journalist and author. Life was going well when his son suffered a mental breakdown. Pete worked tirelessly to navigate America's broken mental health system. Pete later authored Crazy - A Father's Search through America's Mental Health Madness ....

With the start of a new school year, Chris and Jaimie are feeling weary, worn out, and exhausted ! This has led to some stress responses that could cause problems in their marriage and in their parenting. In this episode, Chris and Jaimie unpack the causes of stress in this new season and identify stress management skills that are helping them respond in healthy ways. Marriage Monday Merchandise i...

This week, Washington State police officer, SWAT operator, leadership instructor, and emotional intelligence guru Matt Porter joins Chris on the podcast. Matt key point was our need to connect as human beings. Lack of connection leads to conflict in our homes, in our communities, and in our world. Matt offers some "tools for the toolbox" to help us connect in life. Connect with Matt on L...