Best Firstresponder Podcasts (2025)

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E1011 The Cost of Over-Accommodation in Law Enforcement: Calling Out PORAC 10:48

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores a common trap in both policing and leadership (Amazon Affiliate): the belief that you can be everything to everyone. While the intention often comes from a good place—wanting to serve, to represent, to protect—the reality is that spreading…

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Ep. 229 Damien Barbe Northern Territory Police Detective 3:27:52

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with former Northern Territory Police Detective Damian Barbe and host of the podcast Two Ordinary Cops. After leaving school Damien applied and was accepted into…

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SZN 9 EP 9 - Terry Moran w/ Vets Boats / Non-Profit Based in San Francisco / Improving Mental Health on the Water / 28 Years U.S. Navy / F-14 Tomcat Fighter Pilot 1:04:20

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Tuning in from the lovely Bay Area is Terry, who founded Vets Boats in 2014, with the intent to help our veteran community overcome the challenges of mental health by sailing on the water and working on experiential sailing, sail training, and restoration & events. Terry served honorably in the United States Navy as a fighter pilot with deployments…

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E1010 The Comfort in Chaos: Why Peace Feels Unfamiliar After Years of Law Enforcement 10:43

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores the hidden challenge many first responders face: learning to live in peace after years of running toward chaos. For those who thrive in adrenaline-filled environments, boredom, silence, or calm can actually feel unsafe. We dig into why you…

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E1009 What Stress Are You Handing Down? The Hidden Legacy of First Responder Parenting 10:52

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a raw look at what you may be passing down to your kids, without even realizing it. First responder stress doesn’t just stay at work (Amazon Affiliate). The silence, the discipline, the avoidance, and the constant tension of the job can quiet…

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Mike Richardson Interview - Episode 409 1:06:42

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In this episode, we introduce our viewers and listeners to Mike Richardson, our newest SAMatters Certified Master Instructor. Mike Richardson is a 39-year veteran of the military and the fire service. He served 28 years as a Firefighter, Company Officer, and Chief Officer with fire departments in New York, Florida and Kentucky. He most recently ser…

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E1008 Hostage to Retirement: Counting Down the Years in Uniform 10:46

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, digs into the mindset of “just making it to retirement (Amazon Affiliate).” For many officers, the countdown becomes a mantra—yet the years between can feel like being held hostage. From financial obligations to fractured relationships, we examine …

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Ep. 228 David Raymond BM APM Queensland Police K9 Unit - Author Vader: A Police Dog Story 2:15:47

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with David Raymond former Queensland Police K9 Unit. David Raymond BM APM spent 36-years in policing—26 of those years in the K9 Unit and 14 as the officer in ch…

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SZN 9 EP 8 - Thomas LaGrave / Prior U.S. Navy SEAL / BUDS Class 106 / Drug Addiction & Kicked off Team 1 / Motivational Speaker 31:51

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In this episode of the Overwatch Collective podcast, host Greg Grogan speaks with Thomas LaGrave, a former U.S. Navy SEAL who shares his journey from a troubled childhood and military service to overcoming addiction and finding purpose in helping others. Thomas discusses his experiences in the military, the challenges of transitioning to civilian l…

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E1007 The Good Parts of Being Off Duty: When Your Neighbor Needs a Cop 10:54

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a closer look at the unexpected perks of being a police officer (Amazon Affiliate) when you’re off duty. From helping a neighbor in crisis to stepping in at the right moment, we explore how the badge carries influence and responsibility—even …

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E1006 LIVE Interview With Ryan Woodruff, CEO of Clear Path for Veterans 26:36

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On a serene campus in Upstate New York, Clear Path for Veterans is helping veterans find healing, purpose, and connection, one dog at a time. Their flagship program trains and pairs veterans nationwide with service dogs, and the impact is life-changing (Amazon Affiliate). We’re honored to welcome Ryan Woodruff, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and CEO of …

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E1005 Uniformed and Undiagnosed: High-Functioning Mental Health Struggles in First Responders 10:51

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a candid look at the hidden mental health battles many first responders fight (Amazon Affiliate) while appearing perfectly fine on the outside. The discipline, structure, and professionalism that make them effective in the field often double …

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Ep. 227 Michael Yu Victorian Police - Athletic Performance Coach @YUPERFORM 2:59:40

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On todays Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with Michael Yu former Victorian Police Officer now Athletic Performance Coach @YUPERFORM Michael and his family immigrated from Hong Kong when he was 2 years old…

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E1004 Training Day vs. Trauma Day: Why Simulation Doesn’t Prepare You for the Emotional Fallout 11:14

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores the critical gap between the training ground and the reality of the field (Amazon Affiliate). While simulations sharpen technical skills, they rarely prepare first responders for the emotional aftermath of a traumatic call. We unpack why t…

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SZN 9 EP 7 - Chappy / U.S. Navy Veteran / Arizona Trail Program Veteran Engagement & Trail Stewardship / Operation Freedom March 55:29

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In this episode of the Overwatch Collective Podcast, Greg Grogan speaks with Michael 'Chappy' Chappell about his military experiences, the transition to civilian life, and his work with the Arizona Trail Association's VETS program. They discuss the importance of community support for veterans, the therapeutic benefits of nature, and the ongoing cha…

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E1003 The Badge and the Bottle: Is Alcohol Still an Unspoken Coping Tool? 11:09

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a hard look at the role alcohol still plays (Amazon Affiliate) in first responder culture. For generations, the badge and the bottle have been intertwined—used to unwind, to bond, and, for some, to bury the weight of the job. We explore why a…

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E1002 Your Family Didn’t Take the Oath, But They’re Still Serving 11:18

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, sheds light on the hidden sacrifices that first responder families (Amazon Affiliate) make every single day. While spouses and children never signed up for the job, they still feel the ripple effects of shift work, emotional strain, and the unpredi…

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Ep. 226 Zac Rolfe Australian Army and NT Police 4:44:05

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with Zac Rolfe former infantry soldier from the 1st Battalion Royal Australian Regiment and Northern Territory Police Officer. In 2010 he enlisted in the Austral…

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SZN 9 EP 6 - Ben & Cindy / U.S. Navy Corpsman / 11th MEU and Multiple Deployments / Building a Relationship while Depressed and Misusing Alcohol / Ibogaine Treatment in Mexico / Suicidal Thoughts Conversation ... 1:01:25

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In this episode of the Overwatch Collective Podcast, host Greg Grogan speaks with Ben and Cindy about their journey through military service, mental health challenges, and the impact of substance misuse. Ben, a former U.S. Navy Corpsman, shares his experiences with PTSD and the struggles he faced after leaving the military. Cindy provides insight i…

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E1001 Christiaan Hofman | Author & Creator of The Sport Naturel Method 23:51

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We’re excited to welcome Christiaan Hofman—Author of "To Meet Yourself, Think For Yourself", founder of Sport Naturel, and creator of The Sport Naturel Method—to the Tactical Living Podcast. 🎙️ Christiaan has spent years diving deep into over 100 years of psychology to distill it into clear, practical tools for understanding ego, identity, self-wor…

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E1000 The Shift Work Sleep Spiral: When “I'll Catch Up Later” Never Happens | Tactical Living Podcast 10:38

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, tackles one of the most overlooked threats to first responder health: chronic sleep deprivation. Check out these electrolyte hydration tablets (Amazon Affiliate) that I mentioned in today's episode 🔎 Episode Overview: Shift work isn't just exhausti…

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E999 Fear of Softness: Why Emotional Intelligence Still Feels Risky on the Job | Tactical Living Podcast 11:40

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On the job, strength is measured in grit, control, and composure under pressure. But behind the badge (Amazon Affiliate), there’s another kind of strength that’s often overlooked: emotional intelligence. Why does it still feel “soft” or unsafe to express empathy, vulnerability, or self-awareness on the job? In this episode, Ashlie and Clint unpack …

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Ep. 225 Harry Moffitt Special Air Service Regiment Australian Special Forces - Author - Psychologist 2:24:10

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with Harry Moffitt Special Air Service Regiment Australian Special Forces. He is an Author of Eleven Bats A story of combat, cricket and the SAS and The Fourth P…

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THE DEBRIEF #20 hosted by Zero Limits Podcast Matty Morris with Chris Katelaris aka Big Chocky and Scott Jones aka SCOJO 1:13:03

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. Today's debrief Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chat with Chris Katelaris aka Big Chocky and Scott Jones aka SCOJO These debriefs we touch base with a previous guest and check in on their lives and talk about a…

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E998 What Happens When You Hate Your Partner (but Still Do the Job Well) | Tactical Living Podcast 10:45

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a raw look at one of the most uncomfortable truths in first responder life: Sometimes, you just don’t like your partner (Amazon Affiliate) but you still have to do the job. 🔎 Episode Overview: For first responders, your partner is more than j…

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E997 When the Job Becomes Your Religion | Tactical Living Podcast 10:32

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores a powerful question: What happens when your profession becomes your only source of meaning (Amazon Affiliate)? When the badge replaces your beliefs, rituals, and identity—what gets lost? For many first responders, the job isn’t just what t…

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SZN 9 EP 5 - Marty & Chris w/ Trident K9 Consulting / Training Officers and K9's in Northern California / Stress a K9 Handler Experiences / Liability of Sending the Fur Missile / K9 Getting Injured / Officer ... 51:42

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Listen in as Marty and Chris give a full breakdown of Trident K9 Consulting, which was founded in 2015 and provides a plethora of training with several agencies in Northern California in addition to auditing across the Country. We talk about the stress of training they provide to new Officers as they transition into K9 handlers on the road and at t…

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E996 Andrew Serra | Retired FDNY Captain & Historical Novelist 22:26

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Inside the mind of a firefighter-turned-author who survived 9/11 and now writes to heal, remember, and educate. We're honored to welcome Andrew Serra, retired FDNY captain and the powerful voice behind Hell’s Hundred Acres and Finding John, to the Tactical Living Podcast. After 25 years on the front lines of New York City’s Fire Department—includin…

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Ep. 224 Alex Prestney Victorian Police - Brother Josh also serving cop was killed in the 2020 Eastern Freeway Incident 2:13:05

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with Alex Prestney Victoria Police. Growing up on the Eastern suburbs of Melbourne with his older brother Josh, and after leaving school with a couple of years o…

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E995 The Invisible Competition: Rank, Resentment, and Rivalry in the Ranks | Tactical Living Podcast 10:26

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Not all competition is healthy—especially when it’s happening behind the badge. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton pull back the curtain on the unspoken rivalries, silent resentment (Amazon Affiliate), and morale issues that creep into first responder culture when rank becomes personal. If …

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E994 Is Your Humor Hiding Hurt? The Dark Side of First Responder Banter | Tactical Living Podcast 11:02

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Laughter is a survival skill in this job (Amazon Affiliate) but sometimes, it’s also a shield. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the fine line between coping and covering up, showing how sarcasm, dark humor, and constant banter can signal unprocessed pain beneath the surface. 🔎 Epi…

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E993 De‑Escalation Tactics: From the Street to Your Marriage | Tactical Living Podcast 10:24

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You’re trained to defuse tension on the job (Amazon Affiliate)—so why does a simple disagreement at home turn into a standoff? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton bridge the gap between professional de‑escalation skills and healthy conflict resolution in marriage, showing how the same mindse…

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SZN 9 EP 4 - Jesse Catches Up / Fundraiser Information 11:05

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If you are wondering about the fundraiser, take a listen as I broke it down for ya! If you are wanting to hop on a podcast with Mike and I, reach out to us and we can make that happen! Support the showBy The Overwatch Collective

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Ep. 223 Hamish Maclachlan New Zealand SAS and Australian SASR 3:08:45

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with Hamish Maclachlan New Zealand SAS and Australian SASR Hamish enlisted into the NZ defence force in 1997 as an infantry soldier posting to 2/1 RNZIR. Hamish …

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E992 From Trauma to Triumph With Retired Fire Captain, Rick Cheatham 23:02

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What happens when everything that once defined you—your marriage, your faith, your strength, your career—gets stripped away (Amazon Affiliate)? We’re honored to welcome Rick Cheatham, retired Anaheim City Fire Captain turned transformational life coach, to the Tactical Living Podcast. Rick's life story is not just powerful—it’s a roadmap for anyone…

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E991 Your Uniform Isn’t an Excuse for Avoidance | Tactical Living Podcast 10:44

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It’s easy to say you’re “too busy” or “too tired” because of the job. But what if the truth is… you’re hiding? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton dive into the hard truth about how the uniform can become emotional armor—and how some first responders use it to avoid dealing with what’s going…

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Goodbye For Now 12:36

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Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 142 The host and producer of Public Safety Talk Radio concludes this season with an announcement concerning the Police Officers’ Credit Union Association (POCUA). Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net/pocua To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://p…

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E990 The Slow Burn of Bitterness: When the Job Makes You Angry | Tactical Living Podcast 10:16

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It doesn’t happen overnight. But one shift, one betrayal, one broken promise at a time—and suddenly you’re angry all the time (Amazon Affiliate). In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton unpack the slow, corrosive build-up of bitterness in first responders—and how frustration with the system, lea…

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SZN 9 EP 3 - Jonah & Rene / U.S. Coast Guard Members / Balancing Civilian Life While in The Military Reserves / PSU 308 Member Died By Suicide / Advice for Our FR & MIL Community 1:15:47

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Tune into a fun and random in person podcast with Jonah and Rene, two fellow U.S. Coast Guard service members. This episode was recorded in a hotel room while on the East Coast on active duty orders so the audio/video may not be the best, but the topic of conversation is all we care about. Jonah and Rene share some great insight on what life is lik…

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E989 From Shift to Shelter: Why Officers Bond So Deeply with Their Pets | Tactical Living Podcast 10:39

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You may never open up to a therapist… but your dog already knows how you’re feeling (Amazon Affiliate). In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the deep emotional connection between first responders and their pets—and why animals often become silent partners in the journey through trauma…

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E988 The Echo Chamber Effect: When Everyone Thinks Like You | Tactical Living Podcast 10:26

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Surrounding yourself with people who “get it” feels safe—but what if it’s also keeping you stuck (Amazon Affiliate)? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the Echo Chamber Effect—how always being around fellow first responders can unintentionally limit your growth, reinforce unhealthy …

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Walking With the Wounded 50:15

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Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 141 The new Executive Director of The Wounded Blue, Jesse Watts, joins us to talk about the upcoming Law Enforcement Survival Summit in Las Vegas from 9/22/25 to 9/25/25 and the new WB100. As a recently retired sheriff, he knows intimately how The Wounded Blue has helped and continues to help many law-enforcement fa…

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E987 Over-Sanitizing the Job: Is Hiding the Truth Hurting Us? | Tactical Living Podcast 9:57

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“We can’t let the public see this.” But what if keeping it all behind the curtain is doing more harm than good? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton dive into the uncomfortable reality of over-sanitizing the job—and how hiding the full weight of what first responders experience may be limitin…

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Ep. 222 Matt Nicholson Australian Army Reservist and NSW Police Officer 3:03:48

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast host Matty Morris chats with Matt Nicholson Australian Army Reservist and NSW Police Officer After leaving school Matt joined the Army reserves and into the Royal Australian Artillery c…

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SZN 9 EP 2 - Max Garcia / U.S.M.C. Sgt. Maj. (Ret.) / Motivational Speaker / CPR in Back of Humvee After Gunshot Wound / Losing Marines to Suicide as Senior Enlisted Personnel / PTS Diagnosis Out of Nowhere ... 54:12

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Coming to you from Sydney Australia is Retired Sergeant Major Max Garcia, who served honorably in the United States Marine Corps for 24 years. Sgt. Major shares some wild stories from his combat deployments, gives us a different perspective on mental health coming from higher enlisted, and honors a few friends and Marines who unfortunately died by …

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E986 When Retirement Feels Like a Breakup | Tactical Living Podcast 10:00

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You turned in your gear. You walked out the door. But why does it feel like something died? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore why retirement from law enforcement (Amazon Affiliate) or fire service often feels like heartbreak—and what it takes to rebuild a new identity, purpose, and…

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E985 The Emotional Toll of Missing Holidays in Uniform | Tactical Living Podcast 10:28

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You signed up to serve. But no one warned you how much it would hurt to miss the moments that matter most. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the hidden emotional cost of working holidays year after year (Amazon Affiliate)—and how it slowly chips away at connection, tradition, and e…

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Mother of Invention 33:39

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Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 140 Brian Quittner, retired law-enforcement professional and current entrepreneur, joins us to talk about what are arguably the best high-performance hands-free LED lights for first responders in the world. The Founder and CEO of QuiqLite, Inc. shares the story of how and why the original light was created. Brian al…

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E984 When Your Spouse and Your Law Enforcement Career Clash | Tactical Living Podcast 11:13

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You’re married to the badge (Amazon Affiliate)—and to each other. But what happens when those two worlds start pulling in opposite directions? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the tension that builds when your law enforcement career starts to conflict with your marriage—and how to…

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Ep. 221 "Mort" United States Marine Corps & Ukraine Foreign Fighter 2:02:12

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Send us a text however note we cannot reply through these means. Please message the instagram or email if you are wanting a response. On today's Zero Limits Podcast I chat with “Mort” former United States Marine Corp veteran and Ukraine Foreign Fighter. Before heading over to the Ukraine Mort spent 4 years in the United States Marine Corps however …