Police Academy Podcast

Patrick Fitzgibbons is a retired law enforcement officer with approximately 23 years of experience. Patrick holds an MBA in business and an MA in organizational leadership and is a lifelong learner. Patrick is a part-time professor in higher education and is dedicated in coaching and mentoring the next generation of law enforcement professionals.Become a member of PAP Nation: patreon.com/policeacademypodcastTheBadgeLife.com is your source for awesome first responder apparel: Promo code Police Academy For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searchin

Our very own Mike the cop shares his thoughts and experiences as a police officer dealing with “Rona” (Coronavirus/COVID19) on the street. Stay tuned for “the fun part” or go over to patreon.com/policeacademypodcast to hear it right now! Welcome to the Cops Vs COVID series. All names have been removed to protect the identity of the officers brave enough to speak out on this sensitive topic. These episodes are all dedicated to uncovering how this global pandemic is being handled and experienced by our law enforcement agencies, from the chief’s office to the street level officer. It includes interviews and written responses from officers to questions I asked about how they are fighting COVID 19 and what the public should expect from our LE officers. Episodes will be released in real-time as these responses come in, so make sure you subscribe and don’t miss out. All opinions expressed are their own and do not represent the officers’ parent agencies.  Become a member of PAP Nation: patreon.com/policeacademyp

“…think about 100 people you like and pick the two you want to die.” - Sworn Police OfficerWelcome to the Cops Vs COVID series. All names have been removed to protect the identity of the officers brave enough to speak out on this sensitive topic. These episodes are all dedicated to uncovering how this global pandemic is being handled and experienced by our law enforcement agencies, from the chief’s office to the street level officer. It includes interviews and written responses from officers to questions I asked about how they are fighting COVID 19 and what the public should expect from our LE officers. Episodes will be released in real time as these responses come in, so make sure you subscribe and don’t miss out. All opinions expressed are their own and do not represent the officers’ parent agencies.  Become a member of PAP Nation: patreon.com/policeacademypodcastTheBadgeLife.com is your source for awesome first responder apparel: Promo code Police Academy For your free audiobook go to: http:

“…anyone who comes into the city has a mandatory 14 day quarantine.” - US Police OfficerWelcome to the Cops Vs COVID series. All names have been removed to protect the identity of the officers brave enough to speak out on this sensitive topic. These episodes are all dedicated to uncovering how this global pandemic is being handled and experienced by our law enforcement agencies, from the chief’s office to the street level officer. It includes interviews and written responses from officers to questions I asked about how they are fighting COVID 19 and what the public should expect from our LE officers. Episodes will be released in real time as these responses come in, so make sure you subscribe and don’t miss out. All opinions expressed are their own and do not represent the officers’ parent agencies.  Become a member of PAP Nation: patreon.com/policeacademypodcastTheBadgeLife.com is your source for awesome first responder apparel: Promo code Police Academy For your free audiobook go to: http://w

“I mean, seriously, all you have to do is STAY AT HOME.  How do we manage to fuck THAT up?” Welcome to the Cops Vs COVID series. All names have been removed to protect the identity of the officers brave enough to speak out on this sensitive topic. These episodes are all dedicated to uncovering how this global pandemic is being handled and experienced by our law enforcement agencies, from the chief’s office to the street level officer. It includes interviews and written responses from officers to questions I asked about how they are fighting COVID 19 and what the public should expect from our LE officers. Episodes will be released in real time as these responses come in, so make sure you subscribe and don’t miss out. All opinions expressed are their own and do not represent the officers’ parent agencies.  Become a member of PAP Nation: patreon.com/policeacademypodcastTheBadgeLife.com is your source for awesome first responder apparel: Promo code Police Academy For your free audiobook go to: 

There are so many variables when it comes to choosing a law enforcement agency to work for. Many focus too much on getting the job and not enough on whether the job or the agency is right for them. In this episode, we discuss an important aspect of an agency that everyone should be looking at before applying. For the full, ad-free version, go to patreon.com/policeacademypodcast For The Badge Life Apparel & Fitness Gear, go to thebadgelife.com promo code Police Academy For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clickin

Stereotypes are going to exist as long as humankind exists. In this episode, Terence talks about his approach to stereotypes and why it’s important to look at them with a critical eye. To become a Police Academy Podcast member, go to: https://www.patreon.com/policeacademypodcast For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clicking the reviews tabShare with friends and family through social media and everyday conversationDonate: This is a full-time job so any financial support helps out tremendously. Go to the website to donat

The PAP membership is live! Go check it out at: https://www.patreon.com/policeacademypodcast?fan_landing=trueYou can also find it by going to patreon.com and looking up Police Academy Podcast! For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clicking the reviews tabShare with friends and family through social media and everyday conversationDonate: This is a full-time job so any financial support helps out tremendously. Go to the website to donate directly to Police Academy. Even just a buck a show goes a long way toward keeping Police

Getting ahead in the hiring process is hard. Doing a ride along is one great way to test your metal and connect with officers you may work with in the not-too-distant future. This particular ride along definitely did all of that and more for PAP listener Raelynn Lopez. Enjoy! For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcastBlack Rednecks and White Liberals by Thomas SowellThe Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clicking the reviews tabShare with friends and family through social media and everyday conversationDonate: Thi

Thinking about taking your career to the next level but don’t feel like you have the time to go back to school? In this episode, Terence discusses the reality of taking college classes while working full time, especially in law enforcement. He also talks about different Master's degrees that might be beneficial for police officers outside the mainstream “Law Enforcement Management” lane. Book mentioned: Principles by Ray DalioFor your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clicking the reviews tabShare with friends and family through

What is discretion in the context of police work and law enforcement? How is it used? Is discretion good or bad? Yes, discretion is a doorway through which bias and abuse of power can enter into the LE profession. However, it also allows for human decency and grace to infuse the cold and unbending nature of written law. Also, advice on how not to be a self-righteous asshole, which I mention in the episode, earning this one the “E” for explicit. Enjoy ;) For your free audiobook of “How to Win Friends and Influence People”, go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching

Are quotas really a thing? Do police agencies actually make more money by writing more tickets?  For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clicking the reviews tabShare with friends and family through social media and everyday conversationDonate: This is a full-time job so any financial support helps out tremendously. Go to the website to donate directly to Police Academy. Even just a buck a show goes a long way toward keeping Police Academy on the air and in the mix. Thank you; for your support, love and for some

Is racial profiling real and if so, when is it appropriate to use it? In this episode, we discuss two ways in which one could answer this question, the easy way and the hard way. Enjoy!  For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clicking the reviews tabShare with friends and family through social media and everyday conversationDonate: This is a full-time job so any financial support helps out tremendously. Go to the website to donate directly to Police Academy. Even just a buck a show goes a long way toward keeping Police A

Officer Kris Liberty joins us again to help answer a listener question about PEDs (performance-enhancing drugs). Specifically, we discuss the legality, wisdom, and morality of using such drugs before and/or during your career as a first responder. Listener quote: I am currently going through school, 2 more semesters and I can apply for the academy. I was wondering about Performance enhancing drugs. I am a powerlifter and compete in competitions. I have an uncle that is in the PD as a firearms instructor and he has shown me videos of guys lifting and he knows their on PEDs and work for the department. The PEDs don't affect me in any way which would interfere in my current job or home life. I am not an outrageous user but I use it to get the extra edge that will hands down can transfer to street work, having that extra edge cognitively and physically. Also they offer a cadet program I will apply for in the next month in hopes to get my foot in the door and let the department get to know me as a person which can

Kris Liberty is a U.S. Navy Veteran, a current Police Officer in Tennessee and the owner of CBDOPS.com. After serving 3 tours to the Persian Gulf, Kris went on to pursue a bachelor’s degree from Florida Atlantic University in Criminal Justice. After his studies, Kris started working for local government as a Police Officer in a large city of Tennessee. During his final months in the Military all the way to his beginnings as a Police Officer, Kris struggled with Anxiety and Panic Attacks. Finally, Kris learned about CBD and the potential benefits that it could have on his life. After being Anxiety/Panic Attack free, Kris went on to start his own CBD oil company specialized for First Responders and Veterans. Cbdops.com is a 100% THC FREE company designed for people with careers to keep their careers and see relief. You can follow them on all social platforms @cbdops or check out their website Cbdops.com  For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast 

A robbery in Coral Gables Florida, a police pursuit of a UPS truck, a hostage situation, a massive shootout on a busy highway, a tragedy. Did the police handle this situation appropriately or could they have avoided the deaths of two innocent civilians in the process of stopping these robbers? Listen in to find out. Frank Ordonez Go Fund MELocation of Robbery: Regent Jewelers at 386 Miracle Mile Time: Just after 4 p.m.Coral Gables Police Chief Ed Hudak: two armed suspects exchanged gunfire with a jewelry shop worker, with some bullets hitting city hall across the street.Audio Sources: NBC 6 Miami (Police Director Juan Perez audio)If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast.  Do Good || Be Strong || Fear Nothing

 “Can I be a police officer if I have anxiety?” “What if I struggle with depression? Will I even get hired by a police department?” Althea Olson, LCSW, and Officer Mike Wasilewski, LCSW, are here to help answer these important questions. Althea and Mike have been married since 1994. Althea is a social worker in private practice at Fox Bend Counseling in Oswego (Illinois). Mike works full-time as a police officer for a large suburban Chicago agency, and part-time as a social worker with Fox Bend Counseling. They write on a wide range of topics including officer wellness, relationships, mental health, morale and ethics. Their writing led to them developing More Than A Cop, and they have traveled the country as police trainers teaching “survival skills off the street.This episode starts with a focus on the prospects for those looking to get into law enforcement and who struggle with General Anxiety Disorder. We then move to a discussion on the prevalence of anxiety disorders and depression among police offi

Is your extra-duty (off-duty) program working efficiently? You’re about to find out. Rich Milliman is the CEO of Extra Duty Solutions, a service that helps law enforcement agencies administer their extra duty programs. Before Extra Duty Solutions, no service specifically helped law enforcement agencies with their extra-duty programs. In 2015, Rich realized there was an inefficiency in the way extra-duty was being administered and started Extra Duty Solutions with his colleague, Adam Bryan. It has grown to the largest extra-duty service company in the U.S. and is now active in over 60 departments across the country. These services include handling client interaction, scheduling client invoicing and collections, officer payment, feedback — all aspects of extra-duty program administration. Law enforcement agencies maintain control of all management decisions associated with the program - Extra Duty Solutions does the work and eliminates the financial risk. Feel free to check out their website or shoot Rich an e-

An amazing story of resiliency from the darker side of policing. Many have faced the same struggles with far different outcomes. Please share in hopes that some will avoid the same painful path. For your free audiobook go to: http://www.audibletrial.com/PoliceAcademyPodcast If you want to interact with me, ask questions, or stay in the loop, follow Police Academy Podcast on Facebook and/or Twitter. You can also find the blog at policeacademypodcast.com/blog and the YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/c/Policeacademypodcast. If you’d like to support Police Academy, there are 4 ways you can do so:Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube channelRate and review the show by searching it on iTunes and clicking the reviews tabShare with friends and family through social media and everyday conversationDonate: This is a full-time job so any financial support helps out tremendously. Go to the website to donate directly to Police Academy. Even just a buck a show goes a long way toward keeping Polic