Law Enforcement Life Coach / Sometimes Heroes Need Help Podcast

I had an amazing conversation with Joe Roberts, the Skid Row C.E.O. We talked about his mission of empowering people to realize their potential and the remarkable way he has gone about it. We discussed his heroin addiction, his interactions with law enforcement, and a conversation with a stranger that wound up changing his life. You never know the impact you can have on another life. Joe speaks of...

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Bryan Weight, the COO of Operation Light Shine. The partnership created between this organization and law enforcement provides resources, technology and a network of support that gets results. With multiple task forces being added to the mission, their commitment to keeping our children safe is far reaching. We discussed their mission, accomplishme...

This week I sat down with a friend, former four term sheriff of Saint John's County, David Shoar. David is running for Florida State Senate for Dist 7, which encompasses, Flagler, Saint John's, Putnam, and Volusia County. David and I discussed his life of service and his decision to enter the race for State Senate. We discussed leadership and getting back to a time of common sense govern...

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with licensed mental health counselor, Beth Salmo.  Beth and I discussed overcoming obstacles in getting help, the role sleep plays in our overall health and wellbeing and  some different modalities she utilizes when helping the helpers. Beth cares deeply about this community and has established herself as someone that not only wants to be part of the s...

This week I had the privilege of sitting down with Heidi Chance, a  woman who has dedicated the majority of her career protecting our children and other  vulnerable communities. Heidi has been  investigating and bringing to justice those involved in the human trafficking and exploitation. Join us for this eye opening conversation where we delve into the world of human trafficking and more importan...

  This week I had the pleasure of siting down with Donn Bradley, former police office turned first responder/veteran therapist. Donn and I discuss the struggles from within the mental health community in getting the resources in the hands of those who need it the most. Donn breaks down how we make that shift from a mere existence to becoming part of our own solution with the help and direction fro...

This week I received a gift, not one in a traditional sense, but in the form of an opportunity. I had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with  Jodie Baulkham, author of Choosing My Tomorrow. We talked about so many things, the importance of understanding self, having hope, and how we support those grieving a loss. I learned so much in our brief time together. She gave me the opportunity to ask...

You know when you meet someone for the first time, there's something about them that tells you they are special. Jay Scherr is that guy. I could list all of his professional accomplishments and you'd be impressed. The one thing that I cant's show you is the impact he will have on you by listening to him or if you're fortunate enough to be in his presence. Jay's gift is his...

I had a great conversation with Gene Reid, the author of "Police Leadership Redefined, The EQ Advantage, Transforming Law Enforcement with Emotional Intelligence" Gene does an amazing job of first, defining what emotional intelligence is, and then more importantly how we develop and nurture those skill sets. We discussed the four pillars of EQ:  Self -Awareness, Self-Management, Social A...

This past week I had the honor of presenting at the 2024 SEFTOA conference. Field training officers from around the country were in attendance. I sat down with Mike Schentrup from Advanced Police Concepts as we discussed each day in review. If we are going to change the culture of this profession it must start with those that are entering it and the first person they come in contact with to impact...

Chad Bruckner, a husband, father, veteran, retired police officer, author and friend  sat down with me this week to discuss life, leadership, and how we do a better job at being human. We discussed his latest work, "The Holy Trinity of Successful and Healthy Police Organizations", and the journey that brought him to this place. One of the most impactful quotes from his book came in the f...

Meagan McCarthy, a former San Bernardino County Sheriff's Deputy is grateful to be alive. A firearm malfunction  would keep the p.o.s. suspect from executing her. If processing that critical incident wasn't enough, the state of California would be there to betray her as well. In California,  jurors that have implicit bias against police officer are allowed to serve on juries. Her constit...

I had the honor and extreme pleasure of meeting Kevin Branzetti several months back at a  child trafficking and exploitation prevention conference in Jacksonville Fl. Kevin, served as a detective with the NYPD and the Manhattan DA's Office investigating terrorism and violent extremists that would do our country harm. Drawing upon his extensive experience in law enforcement, intelligence, and...

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with a dear friend and neighbor, Steve Williams. Steve has had quite an an amazing life, a CEO, corporate influencer, Investor, musical artist, and extreme athlete. Steve turned 70 this year and continues to get after it. The aches and pains of age started to slow him down a bit, so he decided to do something about it. Steve and I discuss his research,...

I had a great time sitting down with Turk Gallagher, author of "Imposters on the Throne, Warriors in the Shadows....". he is also the host of the "Spinning Our Gears Podcast" We discussed culture, leadership, and how we  show up for each other. Turk is doing great things for our brothers and sisters in supporting and educating them as they navigate this profession. Sit back and...

I really enjoyed my time sitting down with former NYPD Homicide Detective and Retired Deputy Assistant Director of the  ATF, Pete Forcelli. Pete is the author of "The Deadly  Path: How Operation fast & Furious and  bad Lawyers Armed the Mexican Cartel's". You've heard about this case and then you didn't. Really an eye opening journey into how our own governments incomp...

 This week I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Tommy and Dianne McCollister. They are on a mission of adding value and transforming relationships. We discussed relationships and how we turn them around. His amazing wife Dianne shared her perspective on growth and what it takes to thrive as a couple. I really enjoyed my time together with Tommy and Dianne and know that after giving thi...

     This week I had the unbelievable  pleasure of sitting down with Monty Bynum, The Wealthy Servant! Monty has a background whose foundation is cemented in service. Monty has dedicated his life to educating, mentoring, and  providing the first responder community with the skill sets and knowledge needed to enter the world of becoming an entrepreneur.  Sit back and give this episode a listen and...

The week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Hi Nguyen. Former RCMP officer - Award winning Director and  Certified Leadership Coach. A really amazing individual who has dedicated this second chapter to helping others become better, more effective leaders. We discussed obstacles to effective leadership as well as some real time solutions that can be implemented immediately. Give this episode l...

**I am releasing this episode on Friday so that information concerning a "Family Readiness Workshop" being hosted by my guests Jay and Linda and their organization "Hope Beyond the Badge" can reach my fiends in the Weymouth Mass area.** This week I had the absolute pleasure and honor of sitting down with Jay Bailey and Linda Kokoros, developers of an organization called "H...

This week I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Dionnie Pfunde. To say the Dionnie is an immigration attorney doesn't do her or the work she's doing any justice, she is so much more than that! Dionnie is an advocate for the forgotten and downtrodden. She has developed a practice that focuses on legal immigration and how the process of entering this country should take place. W...

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Eric Tung, a 17 year veteran of the law enforcement profession, developer and host of The Blue Grit Wellness Podcast as well as a coach, guiding and mentoring the folks in our ranks to become a better version of themselves.  Eric is a gifted leader in that his emotional intelligence is extremely well developed. This development allows him the skill...

   This week I sit down with Autumn Clifford, a dear friend who has an amazing ability to empower women to be the absolute best versions of themselves. Autumn has developed a program that revolves around teaching women how"not to be an easy target" Providing them with the tools necessary to maintain situational awareness to avoid the confrontation all together. Autumn and I discuss her l...

This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dennis Nayor, retired multi agency chief and consultant. Dennis and I discussed leadership, culture, and how we become part of the solution. Dennis delivered so many great insights during our conversation. Sit back and give this episode a listen and come away better for it! Until next week, take care of yourself and each other, God Bless, John   ht...

   Help, Heal, & Hope. Nicole Ferry's journey is shared during this weeks episode. Nicole and I sit down and have a raw discussion of what happens when leaders stop taking care of themselves, when their caring about the team  completely overshadows their self-care. I met Nicole at the 2023 National C.O.P.S. Wellness and Trauma Conference this past November. Her  vulnerability and authenti...