Episodes

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott scores another vintage vehicle on Facebook Marketplace—this time from a seller who has a lot more in common with him than he’s accustomed to. A Connecticut police officer finds himself the suspect in a workers’ compensation fraud investigation after taking a physical fitness test for another agency while out on injury leave. And in Florida, retired police K-9s finally get some well-earned recognition, as a new program provides thei...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott attends another police retirement party and wonders why so many officers resist recognition for decades of service—and why so many police managers accept that reluctance without examining their own role in possibly creating it. Then, the guys discuss the brief introduction—and subsequent removal—of a new Conducted Energy Weapon: the G.L.O.V.E. (Generated Low Output Voltage Emitter), which was deployed for school resource officers in ...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris returns with positive press for his security company, but a mention of a client leads the team into a nostalgic discussion of the now-defunct Backpage.com and the coded language once used in the sex trade. A Michigan police chief advises residents to avoid protesting political activists he views as inflammatory, sparking debate over First Amendment rights, the role of public safety, and the limits of police leadership. While vacati...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! After some back-to-school talk, the guys turn their attention to the growing bipartisan paranoia, misinformation, and even criminal activity surrounding the nationwide expansion of Flock cameras. Are they effective crime-fighting tools or an unnecessary surveillance network ripe for government abuse and overreach? And with Americans already willingly surrounded by cameras, smartphones, apps, and other tracking technology, the guys ask ano...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott and Shaun recap their summer adventures, with Scott returning from a trip to Norway and Shaun sharing highlights from seeing Rush in concert. The conversation then shifts to Ohio, where a newly enacted law makes it a crime to come within 15 feet of a police officer who is lawfully performing official duties after being ordered to stay back. The guys discuss the intent behind the law, the practical challenges of enforcing it, and wh...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris and Shaun examine the rise in vehicle-related assaults on law enforcement and the often tragic collateral damage that follows. They discuss the general lack of accountability for offenders, whether officers are adequately trained to respond to these evolving attacks, and how attorneys and the media can shift attention away from the assault itself. The discussion is framed by the recent death of an innocent child during one such inc...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! What starts as a routine family road trip through Tennessee quickly takes a turn when Shaun’s journey intersects with Chris’s role as a School Resource Officer, setting the stage for a story that’s anything but ordinary. A stop in the Volunteer State sparks a candid—and cautionary—conversation about temptation, accountability, and what happens when no one’s watching. As the guys make clear, exercising good judgment is only half the battl...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Hate to say we told you so… Scott’s many trips to now–weed-legal Michigan set the stage for a discussion on the unintended consequences and mismanagement of legalized cannabis in several states across America. Oh, and somewhere along the way, Taylor Swift got married. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4aw Facebook: 3 Cops Talk | Facebook Instagram: http...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott checks in from Michigan from his “glamper,” which looks less like a campsite and more like a corporate boardroom. The guys reflect on the nation’s 250th anniversary, what it means to have spent nearly every Fourth of July working over the past 25 years, how far America has come, and how much work remains to preserve the greatness that made the country worth celebrating in the first place. Meanwhile, Shaun expresses his ongoing re...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Retired Flint, Michigan Police Sergeant William Meyer returns to the show to discuss his new novel, The Deliverer: Living in the Shadows of Flint. Bill shares the path that led him into law enforcement and explains how becoming an author has provided a therapeutic outlet for processing the trauma, tragedy, and unforgettable experiences he witnessed during decades of living and policing in Flint. It’s an honest conversation about resilien...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! The guys compare Father’s Day gifts ranging from plastic surgery and a pack of new socks to an unexpected fascination with the upcoming biopic of the King of Pop. They also take a look at an upcoming film directed by Sean Penn that depicts the experiences of a United States Capitol Police officer during the events of January 6. Finally, they discuss a recent article by Travis Yates examining the growing belief that de-escalation training...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris is tied up with other obligations but still manages to make his presence felt on this episode. Scott ventures into Indiana, where he walks among some of his Children of the Corn. Meanwhile, Shaun casually reminds everyone that he’s apparently friends with an astronaut. From a midwest zeitgeist and unexpected connections to the usual off-topic detours, this episode delivers the stories, observations, and questionable insights you’ve c...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris checks in from memory lane in Chicago as the Bears may migrate east due to political climate change. Scott weighs in on Spam’s ambitious attempt to break into the hot dog market. Then it’s down to the Palmetto State, where a workplace dispute involving odorous microwaved fish nearly turns into a friendly-fire incident, and a newly signed law provides greater protections for the four-legged canine and equine partners who serve and p...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A traffic stop for a hands-free device violation turns into a lesson in irony, an Indiana police chief gets caught with his hand in the evidence room cookie jar after allegedly selling seized firearms to pawn shops, and the Minneapolis police chief resigns amid allegations of “getting handy” with multiple city employees. It’s another episode filled with questionable decisions, professional self-destruction, and a reminder that sometimes th...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Summer officially kicks off—and only in law enforcement can dropping a well-timed expletive both save a life and trigger an Internal Affairs complaint. Meanwhile, finances in major cities are spiraling in every direction. Mounting deficits, political dysfunction, and battles involving both public and private sector unions are leaving budgets stretched thin and bills unpaid. And as the money dries up, patience—and polite language—goes right...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Some artificial intelligence, artificial additives, and artificial breasts make for a surprisingly entertaining episode. Chris is back from business—and things go downhill fast. Shaun discovers that AI may understand him better than most humans. Scott returns from a family wedding in Wisconsin convinced he’s witnessed his own culinary Valhalla. Meanwhile, in the world of public safety: roughly 200 offenders on electronic monitoring are r...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A humorous yet insightful conversation covering Mother's Day gift ideas, the bizarre story of a small Georgia town's police department firing spree, and the importance of social media policies for 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=

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! DEI was sold as a cure for institutional dysfunction—but reality keeps delivering different results. This episode looks at the collapse of Spirit Airlines, fueled in part by government intervention, and the stunning indictment of the Orleans Parish sheriff in Louisiana—hit with 30 felony charges tied to her alleged role in the massive 2025 prison escape that unfolded under her watch. When ideology replaces competence, the consequences eve...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! “Mayday” has long been the universal call for help—so it’s fitting this episode drops on May 1st. Law enforcement remains under fire—despite what most Americans actually want. In major urban centers, activist mobs, emboldened criminals, media narratives, and political leadership continue to complicate efforts to restore order, creating an environment where chaos isn’t just tolerated—it’s amplified. And the consequences are no longer abst...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! This episode gets a little… trippy. A courageous high school principal in Oklahoma inspires the guys to take a trip back to their own high school days—where expectations were low, guidance was questionable, and Top Gun was still in the closet. Meanwhile, President Trump signs an executive order fast-tracking the review of psychedelics for mental health treatment, particularly PTS—opening the door to promising new options for those ...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Internal Affairs—misunderstood inside and outside the ranks—gets a straight answer in this episode. Our guest, Marlon Marrache, is a retired LAPD sergeant and former lieutenant with 25+ years of experience (including a decade in IA), who breaks down the myths and realities of the Internal Affairs process. Having both prosecuted and defended officers, he delivers an unfiltered, all-sides perspective. Now the founder of BLU Consulting and h...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Vallejo PD’s latest anti-gun violence strategy? A phone call and a heartfelt “please don’t.” Teaming up with the Center for Urban Excellence, they’ll identify likely offenders and politely ask them to make better choices—backed by millions in grant money and a refreshing lack of measurable goals. Don’t worry, though- criminal accountability is in there somewhere. Just not up front. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstal...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Shaun’s dealing with a head cold, so naturally Scott prescribes an imagined magic elixir courtesy of his in-house “renaissance pest exterminator”—a guy who moonlights as a rock star with a homemade cocktail that allegedly kills bugs, germs, and possibly the drinker. Meanwhile, a “No Kings” protest takes Scott back to the old department, unlocking a flood of emotions and memories… including a few that can’t be unseen. The Flyover: https:/...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott and Shaun sit down with retired firefighter John Sullivan to break down the unique mix of camaraderie and rivalry within the public safety family—one that’s grown tighter than ever as expanding responsibilities and shrinking staffing levels force those on the job to rely on each other like never before. John Sullivan’s Bio: John, a dedicated family man alongside his wife Terese, is a career fire service professional and communicati...