Two Cops One Donut

In this episode, I talk with Glenn Topping. He's been on cops, he is a veteran, his dad was in WWII, he guarded people like David Lee Roth and Johnny Depp. He has written four books. What a fun podcast. I hope you enjoy it.  #police #hostage #negotiation send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com Support the show Please see our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoCopsOneDonut   Joi...

In this episode, retired lieutenant Fred Gilbert (my dad) decided he wanted to interview me. So we decided to role with and have fun. It's always great talking shop with my old man. We might not have been bridging any gaps with the community on this one, just enjoying the father/son moment. I hope you enjoy it.  #fatherson #rolesreversed #familyfirst  send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo....

In this episode, I speak with entertainer/comedian/musician/television personality, Chad Prather. Chad ran for Texas Governor in 2022. We discuss his view on where policing is today, where it could improve, and what policing is doing well. I learned he was an international traveler working in the medical field before doing comedy. We discuss this and more over some nice Smoke Wagon bourbon. Please...

In this episode, we went off the rails. Austin, the host of the new Muster Room Podcast, convinced me to do a live podcast. It was my first. It was highly successful on social media. So, I backtracked, snagged the audio, and uploaded it here. If you get a chance to watch it, go to the YouTube channel and check it out. If you can't, you can listen here. We talk about his non-profit "Law E...

In this episode, I speak with a Construction worker, veteran supporter, and small business collaborator Tim Labatzky. Tim started a movement through his frustrations during the pandemic. He was able to get small businesses through social media to start supporting one another during a time many were closing. We discuss how business and police relations are key and vital to healthy cities. We discus...

In this episode, I talk with the founder of 221b Tactical, Suresh Madhavan. He is prior to law enforcement and started his own business while still working the streets on patrol. He has a tough conversation about internal conflicts he had with his old department, racism, and other things the public rarely gets to hear. This was a wild conversation as Suresh and I was friends long before this pod a...

In this episode of the podcast, I talk with retired Police Sgt. Michael Sugrue. Michael is an Air Force (Security Forces Raven!!) veteran. He was involved in an on-duty shooting that  caused incomprehensible PTSD issues that ultimately led to divorce, custody battles, lawsuits, health issues, and suicidal ideations. Michael survived his ordeal and wrote a book about it to help first responders and...

In this episode, I speak with Left of Greg Podcast crew, Greg Williams and Brian Marren. Greg is prior law enforcement out of the Detroit, Michigan area and a Behavioral Science expert. Greg is also an Army veteran with several deployments. Brian is a prior Marine Corp Sniper with several deployments himself. Both talk about the importance of recognizing signs and symptoms of human behavior to not...

In this episode, I speak with 67-year-old small business owner, William Miller. William owns a cowboy boot-making store called Way Out West Boots (https://wayoutwestboots.com/). This store is a pillar to Cow Town and Western heritage/culture. This family operation has roots that link back to the 1950s. We discuss the importance that police take the time to not just respond to calls to small busine...

In this episode, I talk with the lovely Latasha McDougle. She is a survivor of domestic violence. She took her circumstances and earned a couple of Master's degrees in social work and criminal justice. She has a non-profit called Cheryl's Voice. We hear her story and she discusses how she is bridging the gap between law enforcement handling of DV cases and rehabilitation of offenders/vic...

In this episode, I speak with the President of the non-profit organization "Brotherhood For the Fallen", Ofc. Jimmy Pollozani. Pollozani is also a Public Information Officer for his department. If you're interested in learning about how the loved ones, fellow officers, and community of fallen officers, are taken care of in the aftermath of a tragedy; this may be the episode for you....

In this episode, I interview School Resource Officer (SRO), Ethan Judd. He has been an officer since 2007 and has 10+ years of SRO experience. In the wake of the Uvalde tragedy, I thought it was vital to instill confidence in our parents on how a major department protects our children. If you want to skip the introductions and get to the meat and potatoes; fast forward about 60 minutes into the in...

In this episode, I speak with the Executive Vice President of the Non-Profit Organization "One Safe Place", Michelle Morgan. In this episode, we discuss where Domestic Violence survivors can go for help, some of the common problems both in law enforcement/the system, and the help available. We have an eye-opening discussion that I am humbled to be a part of. I hope you enjoy this one as...

In this episode of the podcast, I talk with retired DPS Texas State Trooper, Steve Oliver. Steve is a Marine Veteran, a father, a husband, and a survivor of an officer-involved shooting incident. Steve took a 7.62 round to the femur during an arrest. Hear his story of survival and what a career in DPS is like. It was a great talk, hope you enjoy. send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com Suppor...

In this episode, I talk about Community Policing, and how to make lasting impressions one person at a time. I also discuss how there is a balance between community policing and enforcement. If you lean too far one way or the other, it will fail. I ramble for about an hour because I am solo. I hope you enjoy it.  send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com Support the show Please see our Youtube c...

In this episode, medically retired Fire Fighter, Keith Hanks, discusses his struggles with PTI (Post Traumatic Injury)/PTSD. Keith talks about his several suicide attempts and his loss of identity when medically retired from fire fighting. Keith has his bottom and crawled back to the top by advocating for PTI awareness. Listen to his story, share this one, you may save a life.  send us a message!...

In this episode, I talk with use of force and de-escalation expert Jon Burke. He is a Royce Gracie Black Belt, owner of P4 and Next Level Combatives. We discuss how learning to grapple and fight actually lowers the chances for uses of force by police. It is a weird concept, I know, but I think it is key to training police and bridging the gap. Take a listen and judge for yourself send us a message...

In this episode, I have S. Florida police Commander, Joe Schaefer. He is also the author of the book "Police Fragility". Joe is trying to address a gap in police training and that is teaching the bad parts of where police came from. His view is we spend all our time teaching the good about police, starting with its history. However, neglecting to teach the bad history of policing is doin...

In this episode of the podcast, I have female firefighter Annette Zapp (AZ). She has her own business getting firefighters fit to fight called Fire Rescue Wellness. We discuss what the process is like getting hired to a fire department as a female and we also discuss the importance of health and wellness for a long-lasting career. It was a truly great episode and I had a lot of fun interviewing he...

In this episode,  I speak with retired Portland, Maine Officer, Michael Mercer. Owner of F3 Defense, Freedom From Fear podcast, Chairmen of the non-profit Wounded Blue, and survivor of TBI/PTSD from an on-duty-related incident. Michael discusses his time with community policing and his survival from a 40-foot fall on duty.  Enjoy send us a message! twocopsonedonut@yahoo.com Support the show Please...

In this episode of the podcast, I go solo for the first time. Unfortunately, I had some last-minute cancellations and I could not get a guest. So, I tried filling the time myself. I think it went better than expected. I discuss what it's like for a property crimes unit, what the unit is comprised of, what the detective/officer/sergeants' role is, and more. I hope you enjoy it because I d...

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Washington Bellevue Police Officer Craig Hanaumi. Craig is a Hawaiian native and an avid Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. We discuss using BJJ as a conduit for community policing, the benefits of having BJJ in police training, some of the pros and cons of implementation, the use of chokes for police and much more. Craig has amazing insight and is a tr...

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with 29 year  Fire Fighter Chris Moore. We discuss the process up the chain of command for Fire Fighters as well as his personal struggles with PTSD. Chris speaks at major events around the country speaking on this very topic. It was a great conversation and he was my first official hose-dragger. Celebrate episode 50!! with Chris and I. Enjoy! send us a mess...

In this episode, I talk with Officer Jake Bigelow. He is an Air Force and Army veteran, prior firefighter, prior medic, and now a police officer working for investigations. He has been involved in two separate on-duty shootings. We discuss those shootings, the process after, the cynicism and PTSD that lies beneath the surface, and hobbies to get the mind aligned. It was a great conversation and I...

On this episode of the podcast, I speak with a legend, retired LT. Randy Sutton. He has 34 years of law enforcement experience. Randy has been featured on the TV show Cops 14 times, he's been on America's Most Wanted, he's been in the movie "Casino", "Miss Congeniality 2", and "Fools Rush In". This man has written four books with a fifth on the way. He...