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Police Speak

Police Speak is a groundbreaking podcast that explores the psychological impact of critical incidents in law enforcement. Through compelling narratives that intertwine true accounts with thoughtfully crafted fictional stories, each episode takes listeners into the raw, unfiltered reality of what off...

Recent Episodes

She Didn't Say "We Need to Talk." She Said "Coffee."
March 26, 2026

She Didn't Say "We Need to Talk." She Said "Coffee."

FREE Critical Incident Recovery Protocol Episode 019 Peer support isn't just about formal programs and training manuals. It's about being there for each other when times get tough. In this episode, we dive into a real-life st...

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Just Show Up: The Power of Peer Support in Policing
March 12, 2026

Just Show Up: The Power of Peer Support in Policing

FREE Critical Incident Recovery Protocol Episode 018 Darnell Price's story is a powerful reminder of how the weight of our work can catch up to us, even the toughest among us. After years of being a detective in Special Victi...

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Noticing the Signs: How to Spot a Struggling Officer
March 5, 2026

Noticing the Signs: How to Spot a Struggling Officer

We gotta pay attention to our partners, folks. In this episode, we dive into the signs that indicate one of our own might be struggling. It's about noticing the small changes that can lead to big problems down the line. We sh...

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I Was Driving. That's It. That's the Whole Thing.
Feb. 26, 2026

I Was Driving. That's It. That's the Whole Thing.

Episode 016 FREE Critical Incident Recovery Protocol Brian Kowalski’s story hits hard. He survived a tragic car accident that took his partner Mike Hennessey’s life, and now he’s grappling with the aftermath. Four months late...

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A Good Shoot Can Still Mess You Up
Feb. 19, 2026

A Good Shoot Can Still Mess You Up

Episode 015 FREE Critical Incident Recovery Protocol Dale Pritchett's story isn't some dramatic rescue or heroic takedown—it's about the real weight we carry after a justified shoot. This episode dives into the nitty-gritty o...

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When Reporting Makes You the Problem: One Officer's Fight to Stay
Feb. 12, 2026

When Reporting Makes You the Problem: One Officer's Fight to Stay

Share Your Story FREE Critical Incident Recovery Protocol Episode 014: This episode dives deep into a tough but critical topic: the reality of facing assault from within the ranks. We're talking about Jessica Ramirez, a rooki...

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