Street Cop Podcast

Brian Sizemore and Jared Murphey reflect on the life and death of Brian’s son, Lucas Sizemore—an Atlanta police officer who died by suicide. They open up about Lucas’ childhood, his service in law enforcement, and the lack of apparent changes in his behavior. Through raw honesty and deep reflection, they explore grief, guilt, and the urgent need to talk about mental health in policing—and how we c...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Sean Murphy, better known as Mr. Motivation, to unpack what it means to build a lasting legacy, both within your family and your community. Sean shares his personal journey, the importance of feeling chosen, and how the impression we leave on our children shapes the future. We dive deep into the concept of tactical empathy , the systemic failures in physi...

Oregon State Representative Jeff Helfrich, a former police sergeant and U.S. Air Force veteran, brings a unique perspective to state leadership—drawing from decades of frontline experience in law enforcement and public service. In this episode, he reflects on the evolution of policing, the challenges of recruitment and retention, and what it will take to support the next generation of officers. --...

Former Police Officer and current Health Coach Ian Cook shares his journey from working within the law enforcement system to advocating for wellness, purpose, and reform. He discusses the mismanagement he witnessed, the creation of Blue Light Lifestyle, and how improving health and performance can reshape lives—on and off the force. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:09:11 Teaser 00:01:09:11 - 00:02:10:06...

Officer Mike Colazzo was one of the primary responders who stopped the 2023 Nashville Covenant School shooting. He shares his firsthand account of the experience, the gaping holes in the law enforcement promotion process, and how to mentally and physically prepare yourself for the worst. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:13:15 Teaser 00:01:13:15 - 00:02:19:11 Intro 00:02:19:11 - 00:05:50:21 Mike’s backgro...

Colin Ledbetter shares the story of his on-duty shooting that left him needing 39 pints of blood to recover. He discusses his family's reaction, collecting his pension, and his hopes for the future. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:23:19 Teaser 00:01:23:19 - 00:01:54:03 Intro 00:01:54:03 - 00:04:37:18 Colin’s background 00:04:37:18 - 00:15:04:10 Colin’s on-duty shooting 00:15:04:10 - 00:16:08:15 The...

Leland Chapman of Dog the Bounty Hunter returns to the Street Cop Training Podcast to discuss his life after his television career, his children's perspective on his career, and the loss of Beth Chapman. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:02:15 Teaser 00:01:02:15 - 00:01:34:12 Intro 00:01:34:12 - 00:06:25:23 Leland’s ongoing case in Mexico 00:06:25:23 - 00:07:39:17 Andrew Luster 00:07:39:17 - 00:17:50:...

Medically Retired Police Officer Paulie Lewis shares his struggles after his on-duty injury, opening up about the physical and emotional toll of recovery, the isolating reality of life after the injury, and the pressure of representing law enforcement on social media. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:21:06 Teaser 00:01:21:06 - 00:03:05:17 Intro 00:03:05:17 - 00:10:26:02 Paulie’s injury & representing...

Officer Craig Martin shares his story of overcoming his drug addiction, navigating the road to recovery, and becoming a police officer for the West Homestead Police Department. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:21:06 Teaser 00:01:21:06 - 00:02:24:05 Intro 00:02:24:05 - 00:39:17:05 From Addict to Officer: Craig’s story of addiction and recovery 00:39:17:05 - 00:39:41:08 Midroll 00:39:41:08 - 01:10:18:08 Su...

San Diego Police Sergeant Anthony Elliot recounts his remarkable story of being shot in the head, surviving, and recovering. He also shares his thoughts on working patrol, the culture conflict within law enforcement, and the difficulty of policing from state to state. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:26:12 Teaser 00:01:26:12 - 00:02:53:09 Intro 00:02:53:09 - 00:24:38:08 Anthony’s near-death headshot 00:2...

Detective Sergeant Nick Perna shares his story of joining law enforcement, what makes a good supervisor, and his experiences working in the Street Crime Suppression Team with the Redwood City Police Department in Northern California. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:25:23 Teaser 00:01:25:23 - 00:01:50:08 Intro 00:01:50:08 - 00:05:55:18 Nick’s background 00:05:55:18 - 00:17:41:23 The highs and lows of wor...

Retired Deputy Sheriff Rob Poynter shares his experiences about healing from his parental issues, The S.I.R.E.N. Project, and learning how to be the best version of yourself to the ones you love the most. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:14:13 Teaser 00:01:14:13 - 00:01:30:14 Intro 00:01:30:14 - 00:08:16:07 Rob’s background 00:08:16:07 - 00:18:47:05 Parental issues & damaging your family 00:18:47:05...

Former first responder and current practicing therapist Donn Bradley shares his insights on coping mechanisms, reaching your breaking point, and finding the courage to seek help. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:34:19 Teaser 00:01:34:19 - 00:02:00:25 Intro 00:02:00:25 - 00:03:32:26 Don’s background 00:03:32:26 - 00:07:49:14 Reaching your breaking point & knowing when to get help 00:07:49:14 - 00:14:1...

Officer Craig Hanaumi of the Bellevue Police Department shares his experiences leading community engagement events, growing up in Hawaii, and expanding his online presence through skateboarding. ------ 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:18:27 Teaser 00:01:18:27 - 00:01:49:09 Intro 00:01:49:09 - 00:02:43:21 Craig’s background 00:02:43:21 - 00:06:13:09 Transferring agencies 00:06:13:09 - 00:09:29:22 Moving from Ha...

Former First Responder and CEO of Fit Responder, Ted Stern, discusses the common excuses people make for avoiding fitness, reasonable individualized fitness programs, and what people can do to change their fitness level. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:27:19 Teaser 00:01:27:19 - 00:02:43:07 Intro 00:02:43:07 - 00:04:12:05 Ted’s background 00:04:12:05 - 00:18:37:12 Parenthood 00:18:37:12 - 00:20:47:07 St...

Captain Kory Flowers returns to the Street Cop Training Podcast to discuss what it means to be a true professional, how to manage your priorities, and the 2025 Street Cop Training Conference. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:07:05 Teaser 00:01:07:05 - 00:04:29:00 Intro 00:04:29:00 - 00:10:27:23 Police Week 00:10:27:23 - 00:17:58:20 Pursuing your calling & feeling crushed 00:17:58:20 - 00:25:06:23 Tol...

Dr. Eugene Lipov, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Stella, shares his insights on the neuroscience behind PTSD, who benefits most from SGB injections, and how innovative therapies—including psychedelics like ibogaine and ayahuasca—are reshaping recovery. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:24:24 Teaser 00:01:24:24 - 00:03:26:11 Intro 00:03:26:11 - 00:08:54:03 How Dr. Lipov ultimately chose to study P...

Leonard Stock, creator of the Grappler Police Bumper, shares his experiences as a successful entrepreneur—from the device's conception, to its distribution, to the tribulations of owning a business. ------ 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:10:29 Teaser 00:01:10:29 - 00:01:52:03 Intro 00:01:52:03 - 00:18:52:10 Leonard’s background & his groundbreaking invention: the Grappler Police Bumper 00:18:52:10 - 00:22...

Gaby Villegas runs the popular Instagram page @911itsgaby, sharing stories and memes from her experiences as a Police Dispatcher. In this episode, she and Dennis discuss life as a Dispatcher, the culture between Officers and Dispatchers, and how to maximize your effectiveness. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:09:29 Teaser 00:01:09:29 - 00:03:16:16 Intro 00:03:16:16 - 00:05:32:23 Gaby’s background 00:05:3...

Ryan Tillman, Founder of Breaking Barriers United, shares his experiences as a School Resource Officer, expressing his passion for transforming lives and changing the narrative around law enforcement. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:19:12 Teaser 00:01:19:12 - 00:02:17:18 Intro 00:02:17:18 - 00:08:32:14 Ryan’s background 00:08:32:14 - 00:15:20:12 Ryan’s early experiences with the police 00:15:20:12 - 00:...

Chief James Boren of the City of Lake Ozark and Lucky 8 Co-President Greg Henry share their experiences developing their new show for A&E, "Ozark Law". They discuss the challenges of bolstering local police agencies, recruitment versus retention, and the best ways to engage with the public. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:30:18 Teaser 00:01:30:18 - 00:02:44:28 Intro 00:02:44:28 - 00:05:06:...

Former FBI Executive Christopher Piehota shares his criticisms of the leadership within the FBI after 24 years of service. His book, "Wanted: The FBI I Once Knew", is available both in print and digital. ------ 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:26:08 Teaser 00:01:26:08 - 00:02:09:03 Intro 00:02:09:03 - 00:08:54:10 Chris’ background 00:08:54:10 - 00:11:12:23 The reception to Chris’ criticisms of the FBI 00:11:12...

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over Pennsylvania v Labron.

Dr. Brendan Guarino is a licensed counselor specializing in treatment for athletes and first responders at Baker Street Behavioral Health. He shares how to help those experiencing mental health problems & how to embrace help. ----- 00:00:00:00 - 00:01:13:01 Teaser 00:01:13:01 - 00:02:18:17 Intro 00:02:18:17 - 00:06:18:29 Brendan’s background 00:06:18:29 - 00:09:42:05 What did Brendan find inte...

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over United States v Wong Sun.