Special Guest Episodes

We are again joined by Police One and The Rural Badge columnist, Kathleen Dias, to discuss her most recent article, "Where Did All the Old Cops Go?" You'll find it a great conversation about some impacts of the financial decisions that many police departments have made over the years in order to cut costs to tax payers. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4aw Facebook: 3 Cops Talk | Facebook Instagram: https:...

On this episode we’re joined by Sergeant and Author, Steve Sweeting to discuss how his recent book, Street Stoic, explores the ancient philosophy of Stoicism and how it’s principles can be applied to the many challenges facing modern-day law enforcement. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4aw Facebook: 3 Cops Talk | Facebook Instagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

On this episode, we step outside the hustle of the big cities and the monotony of the suburbs to talk with our guest, a rural policing advocate, Kathleen Dias, about some of the aspects of rural policing in America. You’ll find that she’s been aptly described as a “voice for the voiceless” in this often overlooked level of law-enforcement in the United States. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4aw Face...

Similar to the institution of policing, many in the United States are questioning the effectiveness of our current public education system. So on this episode, we are joined by accomplished Australian schoolteacher, Christian Williams, to discuss how he utilizes entrepreneurship as a way to inspire his students to not only learn and grow but to also give back to their communities. Christian’s path to teaching was just as unique as his proven approach to education- and it may be worth wider cons...

On this episode, we’re joined by an Ivy League educated attorney who discusses how his stint in one of the most infamous prisons in America has changed his perspectives on crime and society. It's a credible discussion regarding a system that is in dire need of reform, but perhaps not in the manner often promoted by the more extreme factions of our society and government. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4...

Chris and Scott are joined by Police Officer and trainer, Jason Lehman to discuss the four key points of his unique Why’d You Stop Me training program that strives to increase transparency and trust while reducing violent encounters between the police and the communities that we serve. Jason Lehman's Bio: https://wysm.org/founder-jason-lehman Why'd You Stop Me website: https://wysm.org/ Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerh...

Thanks largely to the effective application of CPR by trained and prepared personnel, American Football Player Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo Bills survived his very high profile cardiac arrest. On this episode, we are joined by Firefighter/Paramedic and CPR instructor, Billy Croft of the ACR Moon Shot Podcast to discuss this incident and the importance of knowing basic CPR. If you'd like to become CPR certified, please contact your local Fire Department, EMS Service or hospital to receive details...

For our first episode of 2023, we are joined by law enforcement ombudsman and truth teller, Major Travis Yates, to discuss one of his recent articles, How to Fix Law Enforcement. We cover his 5 "resolutions" for helping to improve the profession, with topics including leadership, training, media relations and federal funding. You'll find that these are some great resolutions to start the year and to aid in the continued improvement of law enforcement. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: http...

This episode is a two-for-one sequel! We are again joined by clinical psychologist, Dr. Jennifer Prohaska, to discuss some of the standard psychological screening processes (commonly referred to as "psych tests" by cops) that are used to hire and retain police officers. She answers our questions about the types of psychological screening tools, some of their pros and cons, and the overall effectiveness in these screening methodologies. For more perspective on this program, please download & li...

3CT brings back special guest and good friend, Garland Mays, to provide us with a different perspective on some of the State of Illinois Criminal Justice Reform legislation, the SAFE-T Act. It's a civil and productive discussion between on-the-ground players that have traditionally been on opposite sides of the criminal justice system- but see the need for it's improvement. To better understand Garland's unique perspective and commitment to criminal justice reform, check out episodes 13 and 19...

On this week’s show, Scott and Shaun welcome back Retired Chief Tony Pustizzi of the Coral Springs, Florida Police Department (see Episodes 58 & 84) to discuss the impact of a jury's recent, non-unanimous verdict to sentence convicted murderer, Nickolas Cruz to life in prison over the death penalty for his actions during the February 2018 Parkland (Florida) School shooting. Chief Tony Pustizzi (Ret.) began his career with the Coral Springs Police Department in 1988. Over his 30-year tenure, h...

On this week’s highly entertaining and informative episode, Chris and Shaun meet with Human Behavior Pattern Recognition & Analysis (HBPR&A) experts Greg Williams and Brian Marren of Arcadia Cognerati and the Left of Greg Podcast. Brian and Greg share their expertise on how individuals and organizations can make better sense of risk through effective mitigation, rather than management. Our guests are equally realistic and humorous trainers, educators and tacticians that share their experiences...

As our Florida Police Officer, Chris, continues to work and live under the conditions created by Hurricane Ian, Scott and Shaun conduct another quick hit to share their perspectives on policing through the wrath of Mother Nature. They also examine some of the common natural disasters experienced in the United States and the unique challenges that both first responders and civilians may experience during these often terrifying events. To make a donation to Red Cross in support of those affected ...

After our new School Resource Officer, Chris, lets us in on a new lucrative trend related to “podophilia” (foot fetish), the boys continue their trip to the Pacific Coast with a born-and-raised California cop, Sergeant Jason Louis of TheBreifingRoom.com. Jason presents his thoughts on his twenty-plus years of service through policing in a state that is so ethnically, politically and geographically diverse. It’s a great discussion on police training, professional responsibility and Jason's missi...

On this week’s episode, Scott and Shaun are joined by retired Royal Canadian Mounted Police Sergeant, Laurie White, to discuss her biographical book, 10-33, An Officer Down Steps Back Up. Laurie covers her journey to and through the Mounties, and how losing her leg after being shot during the execution of a search warrant, became the path less traveled for both her and the RCMP. Laurie overcame many obstacles, both mentally and physically, through her grit, determination and humility during the...

The boys of 3CT talk with public relations and marketing expert, Tamrin Olden of TOC Public Relations and Law Enforcement Social , about the importance of controlling an impactful public safety narrative through effective communication with the public and the media. Tamrin also discusses her experience as a Public Information Officer for a California Police agency and guides us through some of the critical steps of crisis communications, often mishandled by law enforcement agencies. She also ex...

Scott and Shaun talk with Clinical Psychologist and University of Kansas Jayhawk, Dr. Jennifer Prohaska (Ph.D) about a police officer resiliency program that she developed to better treat the high number of police officers that experience mental health related issues throughout their careers. The program, known as Tactical Longevity, is unique in that it helps to address the omnipresent mental health related issues facing law enforcement through the incorporation and training of important stake...

On this episode, the guys speak with long time law enforcement professional, Chris Harvey of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council, about his unique experiences as the former Elections Director of the Georgia Secretary of State’s Office. Chris explains the path he took to effectively serve in a position that put him in the middle the electoral process that helped to determine the winner of one of the most contentious presidential elections in our nation’s history. He als...

The boys from 3CT are joined by professional mentor, Michael Sartain of Men of Action , for an extended episode covering many interesting and humorous topics. Michael discusses everything from growing up in Dallas, Texas, his employment as a strip club DJ, serving as a United States Air Force flight officer, and the success of his mentoring business. He also takes us on a deep-dive into human psychology, provides us with some feedback on how to effectively utilize social media to reach a target...

Scott and Shaun meet with Jen Lee, the host of the I Need Blue Podcast to discuss how she turned a physically and emotionally stressful experience as the victim of a violent crime into an opportunity become an empowered survivor. Jen provides us the details of the incident, its aftermath and how she has effectively coped with overcoming it. She also discusses how uses this event to show appreciation for the First Responders that assisted her and to provide hope and direction to anyone that may h...

3CT meets with a fellow cop that literally puts her challenging experiences as a police officer to aid the communities that we all serve. The guys have an entertaining conversation with Entrepreneur and Police Officer, Ariana Stone, about how she formed a clothing line that donates a percentage of its earnings to the mental health community. Officer Stone hopes to shed light on one of the longest-standing factors impacting our world by asking everyone a question common among cops; “Are You Good...

On this week’s show, Chris and Shaun welcome back Retired Chief Tony Pustizzi (Episode 58): https://www.buzzsprout.com/1342087/episodes/9698408 Chief Pustizzi discusses some of the reported leadership issues associated with the tragic school shooting that occurred at the Robb Elementary School on May 24th, 2022 in Uvalde, Texas. Chief Pustizzi’s shares his unique and unfortunate experiences in the realm of school shooter response to shed some better light on some of the crisis leadership that ...

On this episode, Scott and Shaun welcome to 3CT, mother, widowed police wife, writer, counselor and fellow podcast host, Rachel Flick. Rachel discusses her on-going inspirational journey through grief and emotional growth due to the loss of her husband, Deputy Sheriff Micah Flick of the El Paso County, Colorado Sheriff’s Office. Rachel also provides a realistic and frank example of resilience to anyone that has experienced any tragedy or hardship. Rachael tragically lost her husband of ten year...

Renowned police trainer, Dave Smith, rejoins 3CT to provide some perspective on the officer involved shooting of Patrick Loyoya in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dave discusses the need to consider all of the circumstances beyond the often inaccurate and harmful media narratives of policing and race in America. He helps to shed light on some of the possible issues that surround these unfortunate circumstances and what may be done to help avoid future police/civilian encounters of a similar nature. Fu...