Welcome to 3 Cops Talk. On this podcast, three active-duty police officers discuss behind the scenes stories and real-life accounts of what it's like to be a cop. Every episode, You'll get an inside look at the challenges and dangers they face on a daily basis, as well as the triumphs and inspirational moments that make it all worth it. If you want to understand more about the men and women who put their lives on the line for us every day, and what they are dong to mend the relationship between civilians and police, then this is the show for you!
Play Episode View episode detailsMarch 16, 2023
To honor Saint Patrick's Day, Scott and Shaun get together to talk about the longstanding Irish influence on policing in "Americay." So gather round and raise a pint to honor our Irish roots! Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Websi…
March 9, 2023
The most significant peripheral affect of the anti-police police movement has been reflected in the difficulties that municipalities are facing in recruiting and retaining quality police officers. On this episode, Scott and …
March 2, 2023
If you care about cops in any way, these episodes are a must listen! For Part 2 of this episode, 3 Cops Talk is again joined by clinical Psychologist, Dr. Jennifer Prohaska to discuss the concerning trends related to police …
Feb. 23, 2023
If you care about cops in any way, these episodes are a must listen! 3 Cops Talk is again joined by clinical Psychologist, Dr. Jennifer Prohaska to discuss the concerning trends related to police suicides. The good Doctor pr…
Feb. 16, 2023
On today’s episode, we’re joined by a retired veteran police detective, Resiliency Coordinator and yoga coach and podcast host, Wendy Hummell . Wendy has selflessly postponed her true retirement to help enhance first respond…
Feb. 9, 2023
On part two of this two-part episode, 3CT is joined by a unique former member of the mainstream media to discuss some of the other truths rarely covered from the George Floyd incident. Speaking the truth isn't always easy, b…
Police Officer & Podcast Host
A 1989 graduate of The Citadel and former United States Army Officer, serving in Germany & Operation Desert Storm. Police Officer since 2000, assigned to Patrol, Tactical, Narcotics, Honor Guard & Training Units. 17 years of SWAT experience. Duties involved community education, fugitive apprehension, directed enforcement & inter-departmental interdiction operations. Served as a narcotics & vice detective. Certified Trainer in Firearms, Less Lethal Weapons, Active Threat Response, Tactical Medicine & Peer Support.
Created & presented public education forums related to the impact of narcotics on the community. Developed a recruiting & retention model through an in-depth police officer internship program. Received numerous awards for individual & team performance. Awarded the Medal of Valor.
Police Officer, CEO and Host
Police Supervisor and Host
Scott is a graduate of Western Illinois University with a degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration. He was hired as a police officer in 2000 and has held various assignments including Field Training Officer, Patrol Tactical Unit team member, Narcotics Investigator, DEA Task Force Officer and Mobile Field Force Team Leader. Since being promoted to Sergeant in 2015, Scott has spent three years as a Patrol supervisor and four years as an Investigations supervisor overseeing various units including narcotics, criminal intelligence and special events. He has worked for over 15 years as an instructor for a suburban police academy providing classroom and scenario based training on crimes in progress, surveillance tactics and traffic stops.