Best Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 19: Remembering TPD Sgt. Dale Green 18:45

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3h ago18:45

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In this episode, host John Creamer honors Sgt. Daniel "Dale" Green, a respected Tallahassee Police Department officer who was killed in the line of duty in 2002. His death forever changed the agency and those who served beside him, shaping new policies, training and procedures while inspiring a lasting commitment to honor the fallen. His legacy con…

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Episode 18: Leah Kaylor, Ph.D., MSCP 50:15

15d ago50:15

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In this episode, host John Creamer is joined by Leah Kaylor, Ph.D., MSCP, a licensed clinical psychologist for the FBI and best-selling author of If Sleep Were a Drug. Drawing on years of clinical experience with law enforcement, military personnel and first responders, Dr. Kaylor explains how sleep directly affects cognitive function, emotional re…

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Episode 17: Bonnie Eckman - Sensory Specialist 56:50

29d ago56:50

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with Bonnie Eckman, a mental health and addiction recovery professional with more than a decade of experience in trauma-informed care. With a background in occupational therapy, Bonnie specializes in sensory modulation techniques that help emergency responders navigate PTSD, trauma, nervous system dysregula…

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Episode 16: Capt. Joshua Bitsko (Ret.) 57:10

1M ago57:10

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On this episode, host John Creamer is joined by Captain Joshua Bitsko, who retired from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department after decades of service in K9, SWAT and leadership roles. Captain Bitsko and his team played an integral role during the October 1 Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting in Las Vegas, where a lone gunman opened fire on t…

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Episode 15: Matt Dunagan - Florida Sheriffs Association Executive Director 56:28

1M ago56:28

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with Matt Dunagan, executive director of the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA), the largest sheriffs association in the nation. Dunagan reflects on his path to the role, the importance of the elected sheriff to public trust and how FSA mobilizes during hurricanes and other crises. The discussion also highl…

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Episode 14: Major George Perera - Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office 55:12

2M ago55:12

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with Major George Perera of the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office. Major Perera serves as Commander of the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office's Cyber Crimes Bureau and leads the South Florida Cyber Crime Task Force—one of the largest in the nation. A nationally recognized expert on cybercrime and artificial intelligence…

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Episode 13: Capt. Kelly Burke, Tallahassee Police Department 56:13

3M ago56:13

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On this episode, host John Creamer talks with Capt. Kelly Burke about the vital role of law enforcement chaplaincy programs. Captain Burke served 25 years with the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD), working in investigations, operations and SWAT. Today, he is an ordained pastor and leads the chaplaincy program at TPD. Together, John and Kelly dis…

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Episode 12: Lt. Robbie Robinson 57:57

3M ago57:57

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In this episode, Lt. Robbie Robinson joins host John Creamer to share financial survival tips every first responder should hear. With 30 years at the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office, Robbie has made it his mission to help others "retire well" by reducing stress through financial literacy. His practical advice could save you money and help you ret…

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Episode 11: Podcast Rewind with Host John Creamer 40:27

4M ago40:27

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On this episode of A Tactical Pause, join host John Creamer for a summer rewind. He takes a look back at the first 10 episodes of the show and goes into more detail about some of the pressing issues facing law enforcement. You'll also get a sneak peek at upcoming guests and topics in the works. Don't miss this opportunity to catch up, reflect and p…

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Episode 10: Chief Chris Summers, Leon County Sheriff's Office 1:01:58

4M ago1:01:58

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with Chief Chris Summers of the Leon County Sheriff's Office. With over 40 years of experience in municipal, county and university law enforcement, Chief Summers shares insights from a distinguished career in leadership. Together, John and Chris discuss how to manage the monotony that can often stymie an in…

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Episode 9: David Odom - Consolidated Dispatch Agency 48:12

5M ago48:12

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with David Odom, director of the Consolidated Dispatch Agency in Tallahassee, one of the largest consolidated dispatch centers in Florida. Together, they explore the complex challenges of not only working as a telecommunicator in today's world but also leading those on the front lines of emergency communica…

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Episode 8: Miami Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz 54:25

5M ago54:25

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with Miami Dade County Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz, the first duly elected sheriff of Miami-Dade County in decades. In a candid and insightful conversation, Sheriff Rosie shares the successes and challenges she's faced—not only as a new sheriff but as a leader guiding the agency's transition into a constitu…

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Episode 7: Shelley Stevens, LMFT 54:08

6M ago54:08

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with counselor Shelley Stevens, LMFT. Shelley has been committed to and involved in recovery work for 20 years. Her passion is working with first responders and helping them finish their career strong. Shelley and John touch on some signs and symptoms that a first responder should recognize (within themselv…

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Episode 6: Doug and Karen Monda -- Survive First 45:38

6M ago45:38

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On this episode of A Tactical Pause, Host John Creamer is joined by Doug and Karen Monda, founders of Survive First. Survive First emerged from the personal journey of Doug Monda, whose own struggle with suicidal thoughts, leading to a failed attempt in 2013 ignited a deep realization about the mental health challenges faced by first responders. Ha…

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Episode 5: Dr. Michael Steele 52:26

7M ago52:26

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In this episode of A Tactical Pause, host John Creamer welcomes Dr. Michael Steele, Ed.D., a former U.S. Marine, retired Orange County deputy sheriff and current leader of a major Alabama school district. With a doctorate in leadership and organizational change, Dr. Steele shares insights into his concept of "OoRah Leadership" and the power of pers…

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Episode 4: Walton County Sheriff Mike Adkinson 1:01:35

7M ago1:01:35

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In this episode of A Tactical Pause, host John Creamer sits down with Walton County Sheriff Mike Adkinson to explore emerging technology trends in law enforcement. From typewriters and bag phones in the early '90s to today's cutting-edge, real-time crime centers and predictive analytics, Sheriff Adkinson reflects on the dramatic evolution of tools …

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Episode 3: Matt Walsh – FDLE Deputy Commissioner 49:48

8M ago49:48

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In this episode of A Tactical Pause, Host John Creamer sits down with Florida Department of Law Enforcement Deputy Commissioner Matt Walsh. DC Walsh and John discuss officer resiliency, peer support and a new program called PCIS (Post Critical Incident Seminar). DC Walsh shares his pathway to wellness after surviving several critical incidents thro…

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Episode 2: Larry Beresnoy - President of TacOps 15:16

8M ago15:16

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In this episode, host John Creamer speaks with Larry Beresnoy, president of TacOps, about the critical role of timely and relevant tactical training. They discuss the upcoming Florida Law Enforcement and Tactical Operations Conference—the first event of its kind in Florida—sponsored by the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association. This conference provid…

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Episode 1: FDSA Executive Director Keith Dean 40:25

8M ago40:25

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In this episode, host John Creamer sits down with Keith Dean, executive director of the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association, to explore the origins and future of FDSA. What began as an idea on a legal pad 16 years ago has grown into the largest deputy sheriff's association in the nation. We break down the "Four Pillars" of FDSA—legal protection for…