Poorly Made Police Podcast

This podcast I speak to my good friend Ann. A former cop from the Midwest. She has very different reasons for leaving compared to those who I have had on the podcast before. She also had a different why, for entering the profession. We discuss working with the 80's cops, women in law enforcement, and shaking a bad reputation. She also shares a few stories from her career and shares her unique pers...

This episode I speak with an investigator from a State Agency. Prior to becoming an investigator with the state he was a street cop and was involved in an OIS. He gives his story about the shooting, which some of the details are pretty crazy. We speak about what to expect if you are involved in a shooting. We also discuss Garrity a little bit. Additionally we have a discussion about how the job ha...

A from from LA joins the podcast to discuss what it's like to be a cop in one of the countries largest agencies. Also joining is his wife who works in the jail for a local Sheriff's department. Topics include - Changes in the jails, Changes the last few years with LAPD, use of force, a new generation of cops, two man cars, pretext stops, and tons more.  Please support our sponsors who make th...

This episode I talk with a Police Captain from a larger agency in the south. A large part of the conversation we discuss the generations of different cops. We also dive into different perspectives of the issues within Law Enforcement. We didn't agree on everything but it was a good conversation and hoping the difference in opinions will give you something to think about.  There is also some l...

Can you believe it? One year. This podcast features some of the friends made over the year, and some lucky guests. This podcast is pretty much unedited. The first "recorded live" podcast. It was a lot of fun and I think you will enjoy. Again thanks to everyone who has made this possible. Hopefully year 2 is even bigger (that is what she said). Please support our sponsors who make this podcast poss...

This podcast I speak with Kelly, who is a Border Patrol Agent. We talk about the job and if he would encourage anyone to do it still? He talks about the changes he has seen, relationships with other agencies, and much more.  Please support the folks support these podcasts. This podcast is brought to you by V Development Group V Development Group is committed to being at the forefront for nich...

This episode Dr Ashley Massimino (AKA @the_staff_Assistant on IG) joins the podcast along with her partner Ali. Dr Massimino is a Clinical and Forensic Psychologist. I joined her podcast early this year and asked her to join my podcast. We talk cop mental health, social workers going to police calls, and a little bit of the history of mental health/addiction and our exploding homeless population.&...

This episode I speak with a cop out in South Dakota. He started out in the jail and made it out of the road. He shares his experiences. He is also a member of the national guard and takes about how that affects his policing career. We talk about SD related topics and even talk about fatherhood.  Big thanks to the folks that make this podcast possible.  Public Safety Services is full serv...

This podcast I speak with a Texas Cop who was involved in an OIS. We speak about his experiences and how he has managed. A big topic of discussion is FTO things. We also talk a lot of DUIs. Of course this podcast includes the now famous soap box, so come on down and enjoy the ride. In my mind one this one will be one of the classic episodes.  Please support our sponsors who make this podcast...

The gentlemen from Revelations training join the podcast for dare I say, a somewhat educational podcast. Lots of laughs and shit talking with some good information. We talk about how Idaho, Iowa, and Ohio are actually the same place, is the job coming back? True leadership, DV investigations, sex assault investigations, the future of policing, and of course staying sexy.  Your current trainin...

This podcast I speak with the fearless leader of Satire River City Police Department  Chief Sharris. We learn about the policing they have implemented that are changing not only their city but the world. Please support our sponsors who make this podcast possible. Sunday podcasts are brought to you by my friends over at OfficerPrivacy.com OfficerPrivacy has software that allows you to quickly...

This podcast I speak with a New Hampshire Cop for the first time (probably). Henry started in New York before migrating to New Hampshire. We learn about his experiences in the Marine Corps and working as a Highway maintenance worker prior to law enforcement. We discuss the brass messing with cops, poorly leadership, bidets, parking garages in Pittsburg, and so much more.  Check out the folks...

This week I speak with memewar runner up ten eight memes. Since our last conversation on the podcast he has left law enforcement and went to dispatch. We discuss his reasons and how he has dealt with trauma in his life. We also talk about the juice no longer being worth the squeeze for a lot of folks in law enforcement. We also discuss the high school atmosphere of social media.   Check...

This podcast I speak with a Utah Cop and aspiring memelord. This podcast covers policing in Utah and of course a history lesson about Mormons. Topics include why cops lie, dog parents, and jump humping. The IG questions were great. This podcast is brought to you by C.M Congleton Knowledge. Experience. Objectivity. Whether you are representing plaintiff or defendant, one thing is certain - your exp...

This podcast I speak with a former Texas cop who was charged with a crime (2 in fact) after a use of force. I believe there will be a lively discussion after this podcast. We cover his career prior to the incident; the back story; the incident; the aftermath; the court case; and my guests future. Obviously I can't do a podcast without getting on my soapbox and having takes on unrelated items.&nbsp...

This podcast my good buddy, Boomer, from Ghost Patch joins the podcast. Boomer is a cop in Massachusetts and shares his knowledge of the wacky stuff they do in the Northeast. We answer the age old question if I would go back to my department or let Amber Herd take a #2 on my chest.  Boomer has experience as a Harbor master which is something I am completely unfamiliar with. We hit a bunch of...

This podcast I speak to a former Park Ranger. He has experience in two States, and actually had to attend the academy twice. He is able to talk about that experience. An interesting look behind the curtain of the park side of Law Enforcement. Of course, random rants. Please support our sponsors who make this podcast possible. Sunday podcasts are brought to you by my friends over at OfficerPrivacy....

My guest this podcast is a cop in Montana. He took a very unconventional path to Law Enforcement. We learn about his experience in wildland firefighting, EMS, security details, motor carrier safety, and his career now as a deputy. Fun conversation and he had a lot of funny stories. We also talk terry stops (hopefully I still got it haha).   As mentioned in the podcast our guests daughter has Leuke...

The podcast finally comes to the coal fields of West Virginia. I speak with a cop from the home of mountain momma's. We answer the age old question of what exactly is a mountain momma. Is John Denver full of shit? Why folks avoid the academy in WV and still have a policing career. Why is the twin and mother/daughter thing acceptable? How to make moonshine? and so so much more. One of my favorite p...

This week a New York State Trooper and his Stetson join the podcast. I learn about the different thoughts on police in the state, and how a few counties dictate the entire states policies. We discuss (among other things) - jurisdictional issues, bad dispatchers, meth explosions, and purple ties.   Please support our sponsors who make this podcast possible. Sunday podcasts are brought to...

Part 2 of the second law odyssey. Personally this is one of my favorite podcasts. We continue were we left off. We got more into some case law stuff, court room etiquette, tips on testifying, and we take a phone call from a young officer who is a mess and doesn't know how to be a cop, but we will help him.  My guest is long time and beloved PMPM friend Silent Bob. A former public defender tur...

PMPP legend Silent Bob joins the podcast again for part one of two of the second law odyssey. Bob is a former public defender turned reserve cop who shares his amazing insight and humor. The podcast goes all over the place pure the usual but topics include court room procedure, Miranda, poop stories, and we take some phone calls.  Please support our sponsors who make this podcast possible. Su...

Friend of the Podcast, Ben with Thoughts of a Patrol Officer on Youtube, joins the podcast. The main topic of this podcast is the 1st amendment and how it applies to off duty cops (and ahther Government employees). We talk about the N word, gerbils, moms, and so much more. We even take a phone call and Ben breaks down why Cops become so jaded.  The Article I referenced in the podcast is https...

This podcast is our first official trip to the jail. I speak with a state corrections Officer. It is an enlightening episode because I don't know much about the corrections world. We discuss why jails are short staffed, how pods works, prison food, becoming compromised, and so much more. Please support our sponsors who make this podcast possible. Sunday podcasts are brought to you by my friends ov...

My good buddy from Canada rejoins the podcast. We discuss a few things I forgot to ask in Episode 59 of Season 1. Topics include the trouble with body camera's, hockey, TPB, socks, creative edits, fancy food in Canada, and we even took a phone call. This episode was all over the place but a lot of fun. Enjoy. Please support the folks that make this podcast possible Bigfoot Holsters makes kydex hol...