Best Law Enforcement Transparency Podcasts (2025)

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The Aurora Gas Station Standoff 4:48

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On September 18, 2025, Aurora Police Department responded to an unprecedented 911 call where a 17-year-old male called emergency services on himself, threatening to "shoot up" a gas station at South Parker Road and East Mississippi Avenue and open fire on responding officers. In today's episode, we analyze the body camera and surveillance footage t…

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The Los Angeles Liquor Store Ambush 4:32

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On August 31, 2025, Los Angeles Police Department Officers Alicia Garcia and Marco Munoz were conducting extra patrol at a liquor store at 9th Avenue and West Jefferson Boulevard in the Southwest Area when they encountered 33-year-old Malik Salaah, who appeared to be concealing a firearm. As officers attempted to detain him, Salaah drew his weapon …

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The Tampa Officer Shooting & Pursuit 4:25

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On July 30, 2025, Tampa Police Department Master Police Officer Jordan Laupert was shot in the leg by 21-year-old Jaylin Greene outside the TPD District Two office. The incident occurred after what appeared to be a cordial conversation through a fence, where Officer Laupert provided Greene with directions to police headquarters. In today's episode,…

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The Orlando Scissors Confrontation 5:17

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On August 22, 2025, Orlando Police Department officers responded to a disturbance between roommates near West Amelia Street and Chatham Avenue. During the call, 46-year-old Benjamin Isaac Hale, who was not involved in the original dispute, launched an unprovoked attack on officers with a pair of scissors. In today's episode, we analyze the body cam…

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The Milwaukee Business Robbery Shootout 4:27

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On August 9, 2025, Milwaukee Police Department officers investigating a vehicle connected to multiple armed business robberies located it behind a home near 60th and Center Streets. The investigation led to a fatal confrontation with an armed 31-year-old male suspect. In today's episode, we analyze the body camera footage that captured this coordin…

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The Indianapolis Officer Ambush 5:02

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On July 29, 2025, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Officer Luis Renteria was ambushed and shot four times while attempting to detain vehicle theft suspects. In today's episode, we analyze the body camera footage that captured this harrowing incident—from the initial traffic stop of a carjacked vehicle to the moment Officer Renteria appli…

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Tech, Transparency, and Tough Calls 2:16:08

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Sirens aren’t the loudest thing in modern policing—the data is. We pull back the curtain on how real-time crime centers, body-worn cameras, license plate readers, and drones actually shape decisions on the street, and where strong policy stops powerful tools from becoming blunt force. From disabling bodycam muting at the admin level to logging ever…

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From Beat Cop to Congress: Brian Stahl's Journey 2:40:25

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From undercover narcotics operations to revolutionizing firearms training, Brian Stahl takes us through his remarkable 20-year journey in law enforcement and his unexpected pivot to politics. Brian's career path took many unexpected turns—from scholarship football player sidelined by injury to deep undercover narcotics investigator who faced down d…

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Lenny Nebretski: How Police Tech Saves Lives! 2:27:37

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When Lenny Nebretski began his career with the New Jersey State Police in 1993, detectives tracked organized crime connections with yarn on corkboards and case files thick as phone books. Today, as a leader in law enforcement technology, he's helping transform policing with solutions that turn hours of investigation into seconds of analysis. This f…

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The Hidden Cost of Policing: Navigating Law Enforcement's Ethical Tightrope 4:40:58

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This livestream from our YOUTUBE channel is about body camera reviews and our special guest Ryan Monteiro! What drives a 22-year-old Secret Service agent protecting the President of the United States to leave it all behind for the dangerous streets of Baltimore? In this riveting episode, Ryan Monteiro takes us through his extraordinary journey thro…

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Old School vs New School w/Ret. Freddy Gilbert 2:12:18

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Technology is fundamentally transforming how police work gets done, but some human challenges remain stubbornly consistent across generations. In this candid father-son conversation, current officer Erik Lavigne and his retired cop father Freddy Gilbert bridge the gap between old-school policing and today's tech-driven approach. The evolution is st…

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Episode 17: Public Nuisance Claims 18:39

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GT Shareholder Frank Citera joins host Greg Nylen for a discussion of public nuisance claims, which have taken center stage in mass tort actions.

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Walking Both Sides of the Justice System 2:40:33

2M ago2:40:33

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When a man who spent 30 years in prison for a crime he didn't commit sits down with law enforcement professionals, powerful conversations emerge. In this eye-opening episode, we welcome Oscar Parham, who transformed his wrongful incarceration experience into a mission to keep young people from entering the system in the first place. Oscar shares th…

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When Police Encounters Go Sideways: Officers Share Insights and Analysis 3:06:01

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What happens when experienced officers take a hard look at viral police videos? Raw analysis without filters, excuses, or pulled punches. In this riveting episode, we dissect controversial police encounters that have sparked heated debate online. From an officer throwing equipment at a fleeing vehicle to a lifeguard facing criminal charges after sa…

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When Policing Goes Wrong: A Conversation with John J Wiley on Law Enforcement Accountability 3:28:07

2M ago3:28:07

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What happens when policing goes wrong? This episode takes a hard, unflinching look at both sides of the badge as we welcome retired Baltimore Police Sergeant John J Wiley to discuss his experiences during the crack epidemic and analyze several troubling police encounters caught on body cameras. John shares how his career was cut short when a suspec…

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Street Justice: Tales from Both Sides of the Badge 2:48:00

2M ago2:48:00

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Raw, unfiltered, and occasionally uncomfortable—this episode delivers the candid police perspectives you won't hear anywhere else. Our panel of current and former law enforcement officers analyzes viral police videos, from high-speed pursuits ending in fatal shootings to controversial First Amendment audits, all while exposing the complex realities…

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Surviving a Shotgun Blast: Houston Gas's Remarkable Journey 3:21:33

2M ago3:21:33

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Houston Gas was just six months into his marriage when the unthinkable happened. While responding to what seemed like a routine domestic disturbance call, he opened a door and was met with a shotgun blast directly to his face at point-blank range. The catastrophic damage left him temporarily blind, with his chin hanging down to his collarbone, and …

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Shotgun to the Face Survivor: Dept. Houston Gass Remarkable Journey 3:21:33

3M ago3:21:33

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When a shotgun blast tears through your face at point-blank range, survival seems unlikely. But for former Deputy Houston Gast, surviving was just the beginning of an extraordinary journey. On a freezing January morning in 2015, Houston answered a domestic disturbance call that would forever alter his life. The blast from a 12-gauge shotgun shatter…

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Tequila & Truth: An Impromptu Deep Dive into Policing 5:43:49

3M ago5:43:49

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What started as an impromptu livestream with Erik enjoying some tequila while his family was away turned into a marathon five-hour exploration of policing, constitutional rights, and the complex gray areas of law enforcement. Joined by fellow former officer Banning Sweatland, the conversation takes viewers on a journey through real-world police enc…

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Behind the Blue Line: Qualified Immunity Exposed 3:18:37

3M ago3:18:37

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What happens when a legal doctrine meant to protect good police becomes a shield for official misconduct? In this explosive debate, we dive deep into qualified immunity with experts from both sides of the thin blue line. Force Science expert Von Kliem squares off against civil rights advocate Mr. BillFold in a passionate examination of whether qual…

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COPS Legend Jerry Worms Reveals Nunchuck Tactics and Policing Evolution 2:37:42

3M ago2:37:42

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From Hollywood producer to pioneering law enforcement reality star, Jerry Worms takes us behind the scenes of his remarkable career as the first officer ever featured on COPS. With disarming candor and decades of perspective, Jerry reveals how a documentary about the crack epidemic led to connections with the Broward Sheriff's Office, ultimately ch…

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Deep-dive on high-risk AI obligations: accuracy 11:19

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In this episode, we focus on the accuracy requirements under the EU AI Act for high-risk AI systems. Our discussion considers what "accuracy" means in the context of AI models, and different ways of thinking about how a model can be accurate or inaccurate in its outputs, as well as looking at different approaches that the Commission might take, in …

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Sean Paul Reyes “Long Island Audit” shows what accountability in policing really looks like 3:37:56

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In a groundbreaking conversation that bridges the gap between constitutional activism and law enforcement, Sean Paul Reyes (Long Island Audit) joins active police officers to explore the complex dynamics of First Amendment auditing and police accountability. Sean reveals his philosophy behind conducting "audits" – filming in public spaces to test o…

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Unmasking Police Accountability & Corruption 3:18:28

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When those sworn to uphold the Constitution can't recall its basic principles, who protects our rights? This gripping episode delves into four contrasting examples of law enforcement conduct that will leave you questioning the state of police accountability in America. We begin with a jaw-dropping deposition of Sergeant Joffrey, whose repeated clai…

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Badge and Burden: The Real Conversations Police Aren't Having 2:23:06

4M ago2:23:06

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We're joined by Nick from Nick Off Duty, whose YouTube channel documenting real police work has garnered over 200,000 subscribers. He shares insights from his 18 years in law enforcement and introduces his groundbreaking police recruiting app designed to revolutionize how departments find qualified candidates nationwide.Behind the badge lies a worl…

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Limited and Minimal Risk AI – transparency obligations 18:52

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In this episode, we turn our attention to the transparency obligations imposed on providers and deployers of limited and minimal risk AI systems under the EU AI Act. While these systems may not pose the same level of concern as high-risk AI, they are still subject to important requirements (particularly around informing users when they are interact…

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Policing California's Immigration Crisis: A Law Enforcement Perspective 2:46:11

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Former Sheriff Mark Lamb "America's Sheriff" and Friday's with Frank, Frank Sloup joins us! • Sheriff Lamb clarifies the critical difference between sheriffs and police chiefs – elected versus appointed – and why this matters for accountability • We explore the complex reality of body cameras, weighing their benefits against resource allocation cha…

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High-risk AI systems and exceptions overview 14:06

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In this episode, we examine high-risk AI systems under the EU AI Act and the specific exceptions that apply. We'll discuss the criteria defining high-risk categories, the compliance obligations for these systems, and the safeguards businesses must adopt. We also explore scenarios where certain high-risk requirements may not apply, clarifying how ex…

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AI and litigation 21:14

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In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence can generate litigation, in particular, in the field of data protection and cybersecurity. We discuss the use of personal data in training and deploying AI models, litigation arising from the alleged improper use of AI, cybersecurity threats and AI models, and AI as a litigation tool.…

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Deep-dive on high-risk AI obligations: risk management 26:04

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In this episode, we focus on the risk management requirements for high-risk AI systems under the EU AI Act. Our discussion highlights practical approaches in identifying, assessing, and mitigating AI-related risks while emphasising transparency, accountability, and compliance. We also explore how organisations can align their risk management framew…

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AI and employment 18:14

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In this episode, we explore how AI is reshaping the job market, with certain roles disappearing and new ones emerging. We discuss the evolving skill sets required and the risks of bias and discrimination in AI-driven recruitment. Emphasising the importance of compliance, we highlight the need for diverse data sets and responsible AI integration, en…

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Cops vs. Criminals: High-Stakes Confrontations Caught on Camera 2:14:34

5M ago2:14:34

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When a routine patrol suddenly becomes a life-or-death situation, what really goes through an officer's mind? In this riveting episode, former officers Erik and Banning deliver raw, unfiltered analysis of real police encounters caught on bodycam. The heart-stopping footage begins with an Indiana officer engaging a suspect who had shot his wife befo…

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Two Cops, One Raccoon: When Pets Take the Evidence 2:19:15

5M ago2:19:15

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Ever wonder what happens when a pet raccoon steals a meth pipe during a routine traffic stop? Or how officers balance crisis intervention with protecting potential victims? This eye-opening conversation with Ray Beshirs—23-year law enforcement veteran, defensive tactics expert, and founder of Blue Shield Tactical Systems—takes you behind the badge …

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Law Enforcement Leaders Discuss Training, Accountability, and Community Relations 2:35:14

5M ago2:35:14

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You've heard the debates about police training, accountability, and use of force - but rarely from the inside. This candid conversation brings together Chief Scott Hughes, Sergeant Eric Levine, Banning Sweatland, and rookie officer Trey to unpack what's really happening in modern policing. The numbers are shocking: barbers require 1800 hours of tra…

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Policing in the Modern Age: Between Constitutional Rights and Real-World Challenges 2:29:33

5M ago2:29:33

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What happens when a retired officer with 23 years of experience pulls back the curtain on modern policing? Copville joins us for an unflinching conversation about the realities of law enforcement today, drawing from his extensive career spanning narcotics, SWAT, and real-time crime center operations. The conversation quickly moves beyond surface-le…

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Cops and Auditors: Finding Common Ground 2:16:52

6M ago2:16:52

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Listen to the past LiveStream! When a frequent police critic agrees to join our show for a live debate on inventory searches, something unexpected happens—mutual understanding. Instead of the contentious exchange you might expect, our conversation with "Kingslayer" transforms into a fascinating exploration of Fourth Amendment rights during traffic …

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From Felony Charge to Police Badge How Did This Happen? Matt Thornton Story 2:16:29

6M ago2:16:29

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What happens when someone with a criminal record becomes the police officer sworn to uphold the law? Detective Matt Thornton's remarkable story challenges everything we think we know about the people behind the badge. Growing up in a rough neighborhood where police were considered the enemy, Thornton's path to law enforcement began with his own arr…

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Defying the Fat Cop Stereotype: A Conversation with Fit Responder Ted Stern 1:42:06

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What if the greatest threat to a law enforcement officer isn't a violent suspect, but their own declining health? Ted Stern, former sheriff's deputy turned fitness coach, pulls back the curtain on the hidden crisis affecting police departments nationwide. From his raw account of struggling with depression while overweight to transforming into a fit…

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The Journalist and The Cop: An Honest Conversation About Police Accountability 2:44:53

6M ago2:44:53

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What happens when an independent journalist who questions police accountability meets two veteran officers willing to have honest conversations? The result is a rare window into the complexities of modern American policing that challenges perspectives on both sides. Damien Riggs brings his decade of journalistic experience to engage with our hosts …

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Cops Talk First Amendment Auditors 2:17:00

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Previous LiveSTREAM recording. We explore the complex world of First Amendment auditors and their interactions with law enforcement, diving into constitutional protections, police training gaps, and what happens when these worlds collide. • First Amendment auditors expose training deficiencies in police departments nationwide • Supreme Court has ru…

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The Interdiction Game: High-Stakes Hide and Seek 2:03:44

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What really happens when a state trooper pulls someone over on the highway? It might be a routine traffic violation – or it could be the first move in a high-stakes chess match between law enforcement and major criminal organizations. Retired Michigan State Police Trooper Jose Patino pulls back the curtain on his 26-year career, revealing how a sim…

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Cops, Cameras, and Criminal Trespass 1:31:57

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We break down law enforcement topics ranging from the proper use of language during tense encounters to the legal requirements for criminal trespass procedures. Our candid conversations reveal common misconceptions held by both police and the public. • Analysis of an officer-involved shooting video where escalating language preceded justified force…

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Episode 16: An Increased Interest in Credit Card Surcharges 22:23

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GT Shareholder Ed Chansky joins Greg Nylen to explore the evolving landscape of credit card surcharges in the U.S. From state-level quirks and disclosure requirements to recent regulatory developments, this episode delves into the legal complexities surrounding merchants' ability to pass credit card processing fees onto consumers.…

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The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Modern Policing 3:03:43

8M ago3:03:43

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Join us on an insightful exploration into the world of law enforcement with special guests Von Kleem from Force Science and Officer Jared Kosina, who brings his unique perspective as a reservation cop managing three jurisdictions. Discover the pivotal role social skills play in policing, as Jared shares firsthand experiences about defusing tense si…

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Implicit Bias or Racism? Exploring Law Enforcement's Underlying Problems 2:13:41

8M ago2:13:41

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This episode explores the pressing issues of implicit bias and systemic racism in law enforcement with insights from former Lieutenant Jim Glennon. He emphasizes the importance of accurate statistics, impactful leadership, and effective training as key factors that can shape police culture and community relations. • The discrepancy between public p…

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Exploring Emotional Intelligence in Law Enforcement 3:23:24

8M ago3:23:24

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This episode highlights the importance of emotional intelligence and social skills in policing, emphasizing how these traits can enhance community relations and improve law enforcement effectiveness. Through discussions on hiring practices, analysis of body cam footage, and audience engagement, the hosts explore the nuanced dynamics between police …

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Inside the Badge: Training and Transparency 2:15:41

8M ago2:15:41

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This episode dives into the multifaceted world of law enforcement as Erik Lavigne and Det Matt Thornton chat with new Two Cops One Donut member police officer Kat Clark, who shares her unique journey and experiences. The conversation spans humorous anecdotes, tactical training, community engagement, and the imperative role of communication amidst c…

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Balancing Law Enforcement Tactics and Trust 5:04:57

8M ago5:04:57

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What if the very platforms we rely on to connect with our audience turned against us? On this episode of the Two Cops One Donut podcast, we're joined by a dynamic panel featuring Banning Sweatland, Kat Clark, Daniel from Police Law News, and Trey Mosley, as we navigate the unexpected turbulence of a YouTube community strike. The ban was sparked by …

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Episode 15: Insights on Chemical Litigation As It Relates to PFAS, Heavy Metals, and Prop 65 14:48

8M ago14:48

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GT Shareholder Will Wagner joins hosts Adil Khan and Greg Nylen for a discussion on consumer claims related to chemical litigation, specifically focusing on false advertising and the nuances of Prop 65 enforcement in California.

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LIVE STREAMED! From Crisis to Communication in Law Enforcement 3:17:11

8M ago3:17:11

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Listen to this recorded LIVE STREAM or head to our YouTube Channel and watch along. This is about Police misconduct and accountability that take center stage as we cover a broad range of issues facing law enforcement today. The 9-5 workday is dead, and remote work is the future. Hear why experts predict this monumental shift will revolutionize the …