NOFC Podcast

In this episode, Jason Mulcahy shares his extensive law enforcement career, from military service to police work, and his insights on police evaluations, leadership, and the evolution of specialized units like ESU. Discover the realities of police training, career progression, and the importance of relationships within law enforcement. In this episode, Jason Mulcahy shares his extensive career in...

In this episode Jay interviews John Kakavas who immigrated to the United States in 1967. He talks about moving to NYC and what it was like growing up during those times. John goes on to speak about his childhood and what made him want to be a Police officer ,then more specifically a New York State Trooper.

summary In this candid solo episode, Jay shares his unfiltered perspective on his 21+ years with the New York State Police, highlighting both positive experiences and critical issues within the department. He discusses leadership, accountability, personal stories, and the importance of transparency in law enforcement. There are plenty of experiences that I have left out, some of which are intentio...

The conversation covers Dave Olney's transition from mechanical engineering to law enforcement, his experience in county jail and road patrol, as well as his involvement in special programs such as the drone program and Narcan implementation. It also explores his leadership style and approach to empowering and trusting team members. The conversation covers topics related to leadership and decision...

In this episode, Marty Hansen shares his extensive law enforcement career, from growing up on Long Island to becoming a New York State Trooper and rising through the ranks to Major. He discusses leadership, the importance of treating people with respect, and lessons learned along the way. In this in-depth interview, Marty Hansen shares his extensive experience in law enforcement, his family's lega...

In this in-depth interview, Seth Armstrong shares his 30+ years of experience in fire and police services, discussing his career progression, key fire safety insights, memorable calls, and the importance of family and mental health support for first responders.

In this episode I speak with Orange County Sheriff Paul Arteta. We talk about his background , his career and career highlights. We wrap up with talking about the Orange County Sheriffs and what they consist of and their job description actually consists of.

In this episode, Amanda Reif shares her harrowing journey from a promising law enforcement career to surviving a life-altering shooting incident. She discusses her early aspirations, the challenges she faced during her recovery, and the impact of PTSD on her life and family. Amanda emphasizes the importance of seeking help and the need for support systems for first responders dealing with trauma....

summary In this episode, we explore the journey of Pete Cirigliano, a 22-year veteran of the New York State Police, who transitioned from a NYSP Captain to the Commissioner of Orange County Emergency Services. Pete shares his experiences in law enforcement, the importance of mentorship, and the impact of leadership on community safety. He discusses significant cases, the value of peer support prog...

We speak with Retired City of Neburgh Detective Erik Eltz about a number of topics , then we settle into speaking about his passion... Firearms or better yet firearms instruction. You can literally hear the passion spilling out as he speaks.

Retired New York State Police Investigator Phil "Sal" Salinardi speaks to us about Mental Health , Police Officers identity and the potential effects of PTSD.