Episodes

Send us a text Join us for an engaging conversation with Chief Thomas Weitzel, a retired police chief with a profound 37-year career in law enforcement. Chief Weitzel offers a detailed account of his journey, from his early d...

Send us a text Join us for a compelling conversation with Chief Deputy Matt Thomas, a seasoned law enforcement deputy with a wealth of experience in training, narcotics, and investigations. Discover how a journey that began a...

Send us a text Prepare yourself for a riveting conversation with Zeek Arkham, a law enforcement officer unafraid to challenge prevailing narratives. Zeek unpacks his journey of courageously speaking out on social media to off...

Send us a text Hunter Rankin, an esteemed sheriff's commander from Arizona, joins us for an open-hearted conversation about his two decades in law enforcement and his personal struggles with the culture that often accompanies...

Send us a text Justin Carlson, a former detective turned private investigator, shares his gripping journey from the frontlines of law enforcement to the helm of his own firm, Carlson Solutions PI. Growing up in a family with ...

Send us a text Is it possible to foster genuine reform in law enforcement while managing public perceptions effectively? Join Travis Yates as he recounts a thought-provoking encounter with a woman discussing FEMA's response t...

Send us a text Steve Friend's story is one of transformation and resilience. From a planned career in accounting to walking the beat in Savannah, Georgia, Steve's journey took a pivotal turn when an encounter with NYPD transi...

Send us a text Can a single traffic stop alter the public's perception of law enforcement? Join us as we dissect the controversial encounter between NFL star Tyreek Hill and the Miami Police Department. Hill's reckless drivin...

Send us a text Discover the transformational journey from law enforcement to leadership and wellness with Brian Ellis, the Chief Experience Officer at the National Command College and MAGNUSWorx . Join Dr. Travis Yates as he ...

Send us a text What if spiritual wellness was the key missing element in effective leadership, especially within demanding professions like law enforcement? Join us for a profound conversation with Jeremy Wade, the Executive ...

Send us a text Discover the crucial traits every police chief needs with insights from Billy Grogan, retired police chief and founder of Top Cop Leadership . The author of " Guardians of the Community ," Grogan's career began...

Send us a Text Message. Can effective leadership transform law enforcement agencies from within? Join us as we sit down with Justin King, a retired DEA Special Agent now serving as the Chief Product and Strategy Officer for t...

Send us a Text Message. Are DOJ consent decrees doing more harm than good? Join Dr. Travis Yates as we dissect the controversial impact of these federal interventions on local policing. In this episode, we will take you throu...

Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered what happens when a federal agent blows the whistle on corruption and turns to ancient philosophy for guidance? Join us as Kristofor Healey, a former award-winning DHS special agent, shar...

Send us a Text Message. What happens when a medical issue derails a promising military career? John Benjamin Jones shares his remarkable story of resilience and adaptability, starting with his early graduation to join the Nav...

Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to modern law enforcement recruitment with Doug Larson, co-founder of SAFEGUARD Recruiting , as he joins us on Courageous Leadership with Travis Yates. Learn how to attract and retai...

Send us a Text Message. Imagine confronting a toxic colleague and losing your job for it. Pete Havel did just that, and it spurred him into a journey that transformed his career and countless workplaces. Join us as we talk …

Send us a Text Message. Is the Secret Service hiding a sinister plot behind the attempted assassination of President Trump? In this riveting episode, we pull back the curtain on a series of alarming security failures that sug...

Send us a Text Message. What if the political landscape as we know it is teetering on the edge of chaos? Join me on this special episode of Courageous Leadership with Travis Yates as we navigate through a momentous day …

Send us a Text Message. Retired Lieutenant Randy Sutton has a story that is nothing short of extraordinary. After enduring the heartbreaking loss of his mother, a debilitating stroke that ended his career, and a profound sens...

Send us a Text Message. What happens when a nearly two-decade law enforcement veteran steps into the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship? Jason Pearson, our guest with 20 years of experience in the Los Angeles County Sheriff...

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how the truth can become lost in the chaos of misinformation and political agendas? Join us on this episode of Courageous Leadership as we dissect the stark differences between s...

Send us a Text Message. Discover the transformative journey of Adam Boyd, a former SWAT officer turned holistic wellness trainer, and how his experiences have shaped his unique approach to resilience and wellness. Adam, the p...

Send us a Text Message. What happens when a decorated law enforcement officer decides to trade his badge for a pen? Join us for an intimate conversation with Jim McNeff, who shares how his early dreams of becoming a cop, …