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On this episode of Warden’s Watch, we sit down again with Ohio’s Kevin Behr - this time joined by his
wife, Kathy - to talk about survival, recovery, and the purpose they’ve found after Kevin was shot in the
line of duty. Recorded at the International Game Warden Conference, this conversation goes beyond
the incident itself and into what happens after - for officers, spouses, families, and anyone navigating a
critical incident. A powerful update, an honest conversation, and a reminder that survival comes with
responsibility - and that even in the worst moments, purpose can still be found.
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Here’s what we discuss:
Kathy’s spouse‑focused training on critical incidents - and why she created it
“You don’t realize what you don’t have in place until it’s happening”
Navigating power of attorney, medical decisions, and legal realities mid‑crisis
Being Kevin’s voice while he was unconscious - medically and legally
Why law enforcement statements on medication can be problematic in court
The emotional toll on spouses and kids when an officer is critically injured
Kevin seeing purpose in survival: “We did - they didn’t, so we have work to do.”
Turning trauma into something meaningful, even when healing isn’t linear
Stubbornness as a survival trait (and yes, it helped)
Brain injury recovery, negativity, and recognizing the long road back
Living with permanent change and reframing it positively
“Any fool can get through this - I’m living proof.”
The power of humor in trauma recovery
Doctors who refuse to give up: “Nobody quits on my team. Not even you.”
Finding a new purpose when the old one can’t exist anymore
How Kevin’s experience now helps train officers, trauma teams, and agencies
The ripple effect of sharing hard truths so others can prepare
Sidebar conversations that matter more than the main stage
Why laughing, crying, and telling the story all matter
“Everybody’s the main character in their own story.”
Surviving isn’t the end - it’s the beginning of responsibility
Kevin and Kathy as resources for those walking similar paths
Miracles along the way - and choosing to keep them moving forward
Credits
Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores
Producer: Jay Ammann
Warden’s Watch logo & Design: Ashley Hannett
Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches
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On this episode of Warden’s Watch, we sit down again with Ohio’s Kevin Behr - this time joined by his
wife, Kathy - to talk about survival, recovery, and the purpose they’ve found after Kevin was shot in the
line of duty. Recorded at the International Game Warden Conference, this conversation goes beyond
the incident itself and into what happens after - for officers, spouses, families, and anyone navigating a
critical incident. A powerful update, an honest conversation, and a reminder that survival comes with
responsibility - and that even in the worst moments, purpose can still be found.
Our Sponsors:
Thin Green Line Podcast
Don Noyes Chevrolet
North American Game Warden Museum
Hunt Regs
WiseEye
SecureIt Gun Storage
XS Sights
“A Cowboy in the Woods” Book
Iron Skillet Seasonings
Maine Operation Game Thief
New Hampshire Operation Game Thief
Conservation Officers of Pennsylvania
North East Conservation Law Enforcement Chiefs Association
International Wildlife Crimestoppers
North American Wildlife Enforcement Officers Association
Here’s what we discuss:
Kathy’s spouse‑focused training on critical incidents - and why she created it
“You don’t realize what you don’t have in place until it’s happening”
Navigating power of attorney, medical decisions, and legal realities mid‑crisis
Being Kevin’s voice while he was unconscious - medically and legally
Why law enforcement statements on medication can be problematic in court
The emotional toll on spouses and kids when an officer is critically injured
Kevin seeing purpose in survival: “We did - they didn’t, so we have work to do.”
Turning trauma into something meaningful, even when healing isn’t linear
Stubbornness as a survival trait (and yes, it helped)
Brain injury recovery, negativity, and recognizing the long road back
Living with permanent change and reframing it positively
“Any fool can get through this - I’m living proof.”
The power of humor in trauma recovery
Doctors who refuse to give up: “Nobody quits on my team. Not even you.”
Finding a new purpose when the old one can’t exist anymore
How Kevin’s experience now helps train officers, trauma teams, and agencies
The ripple effect of sharing hard truths so others can prepare
Sidebar conversations that matter more than the main stage
Why laughing, crying, and telling the story all matter
“Everybody’s the main character in their own story.”
Surviving isn’t the end - it’s the beginning of responsibility
Kevin and Kathy as resources for those walking similar paths
Miracles along the way - and choosing to keep them moving forward
Credits
Hosts: Wayne Saunders and John Nores
Producer: Jay Ammann
Warden’s Watch logo & Design: Ashley Hannett
Research / Content Coordinator: Stacey DesRoches
Subscribe:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Amazon
Waypoint
Stitcher
TuneIn
Megaphone
Find More Here:
Website
Warden’s Watch / TGL Store
Facebook Fan Page
Threads
YouTube
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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