Episodes

When the law falls heavy on those tasked with upholding it, what becomes of their hearts and minds? Jeremy Wade, a former Seattle police officer and now the guiding force behind Mission First Alliance , opens up about his tra...

Get ready to crack the code on law enforcement recruitment with our expert guest, Tom Sye, who brings two decades of police service and a mastery in marketing and recruiting to the table. Together, we dissect the symbiotic ye...

Discover the intricate balance between integrity and protocol in law enforcement as we welcome Kevin Davis to the show, a distinguished figure with 39 years experience in law enforcement and security along with an induction i...

We're confronting the elephant in the room: the real crisis in police recruiting isn't about numbers; it's about leadership. Police departments often mistake flashy websites and costly videos as a quick fix to their recruitme...

When the weight of the badge becomes a heavy burden, where do our law enforcement officers turn for support? Join us alongside Mark The Cop and Dr. David, esteemed voices from The Shield Within podcast, as we traverse the emo...

Every leader faces their own battleground, and who better to guide us through the trenches of leadership than Sergeant John Kelly, whose scars of experience shine as lessons in resilience. Our heart-to-heart with John is more...

Embark on a journey to the heart of law enforcement's high-stakes decision-making with retired police officer Danny King, as he lays bare the complexities of use of force and leadership. With a career spanning from the milita...

Have you ever stood at the crossroads of your career, torn between the comfort of the familiar and the allure of the unknown? This is the tale of Tom Rink, whose pivot from a 25-year stretch as a Tulsa police officer to a lib...

Ever wondered what it takes to lead with integrity behind the badge? Join us as we sit down with Steve Neal, a law enforcement veteran of nearly three decades, whose story of transformation from a young man on the wrong side ...

When life handed you a uniform and a badge, it didn't provide a manual on how to maintain health amidst the chaos. Today's episode is nothing short of a revelation, as Dr. Mark Sherwood, a retired police sergeant and beacon o...

When courage under fire translates from the battlefield to the streets, retired police captain and U.S. Army veteran Michael Howell steps into our studio to talk life, leadership, and the split-second decisions that make all ...

Have you ever stood at a crossroads, principles in one hand, the easy path in the other? In this episode, we tackle the silent crisis afflicting today’s society: a dire need for courage among leaders. Courage that demands we ...

When the rules of engagement change on the streets, what happens to the guardians keeping the peace? Sean Willoughby, president of the Albuquerque Police Officers Association, steps into the spotlight to shed light on the sta...

Join Travis Yates and his distinguished guest, retired assistant Chief Brian Baxter, for a deep and engaging discussion on the essence of leadership and trust within the law enforcement community. Brian, with over three decad...

Discover a transformative perspective on leadership as former police officer Chad is trailblazing path through his performance coaching and desire to see leadership in law enforcement improve. Venturing beyond his book, "Th...

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Hernando Arce brings more than just a keen eye for detail to our latest discussion; he carries the weight of truth from the frontlines of Texas border towns. As a citizen journalist, Hernando offers an unfiltered glimpse into...

Discover the timeless principles of Stoic philosophy as Air Force veteran and law enforcement professional Bryce Lee joins us to unveil the nexus between ancient wisdom and modern courage. Through the lens of his own experien...

Turk Gallagher isn't just another voice in the maze of law enforcement; he's a beacon of truth in a world where leadership can often falter in the face of adversity. Our latest conversation peels back the layers of command, r...

The How Many Stops Act legislation in New York City is the beginning of the end for effective policing in New York City. In this episode, Dr. Travis Yates discusses the recently approved legislation that's sparking fierce de...

When former police officer and Air Force veteran Dr. Olivia Johnson speaks, her words carry the weight of experience and a heartfelt dedication to an issue that's as complex as it is urgent: police officer suicide. In a rivet...

Could the simple mistake of failing to press 'record' cost a police officer 15 years behind bars? Dr. Travis Yates challenges you to consider the harsh realities of a legislative proposal that's sparking debate across Tenness...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to invigorate a community through leadership? Eureka County Under Sheriff Tyler Thomas joins us to share his groundbreaking work in organizing a leadership conference that is reshaping law...

Discover how federal consent decrees transform the landscape of law enforcement, with special guest Darrell Kriplean, President of the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association. We're taking a hard look at the often unseen conseque...