Denny and Al discuss the recently released DOJ report on the Uvalde, TX active shooter response. They highlight the many failures in the Police response and tremendous lack of leadership. A tragic incident that cost many lives and put another black eye on Law Enforcement as a whole.

Denny and Al sit down with local radio personality Jeff Katz from the Jeff Katz Show on WRVA in Virginia. Jeff talks gives an incredibly entertaining story on how he started as a police officer with the Philadelphia Police Department then moving to his career in radio. Jeff brings some great perspective on law enforcement today and why he is such a dedicated supporter.

For a final season 2 episode, Denny and Al have Thor and Rick come back for some entertaining and colorful banter. They recap season 2, talk about what's next for Badge to the Bone, and just have some good fun closing out the season. From the Badge to the Bone family we wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We will be back for season 3!

Rich Goszka with the Southern States Police Benevolent Association discusses with Badge to the Bone the critical state of the Law Enforcement profession today. Rich also talks about his role with the PBA and how the PBA supports our Law Enforcement professionals. If you are not a member of the PBA, Rich provides exactly why you should be.

Matt Griffin, best selling author of Journey to Midnight talks with Badge to the Bone about his LE career and discusses some incredibly difficult experiences that had a serious impact on his mental wellness. Just when he thought he was at the end, something amazing happened.

In the spirit of Halloween, Denny and Al speak with Paul Hope, author of Policing the Paranormal. There are so many experiences during a law enforcement career, but there are some that just can't be explained. Paul discusses several incidents during his time policing the capital in Richmond, VA that suggest the presence of something unexplained.

Badge to the Bone partakes in a fun conversation with retired POlice Sergeant and author Glenn Topping about his eclectic job experience and his LE career. Glenn is a retired Sergeant from the Broward County Sheriff's Office in Florida. He has written ten books including The Hurt, Look a Quarter! and The Making of a Monster. Glenn also discusses his current book in progress entitled, Fractured Mind which talks about suicide within the military and Law Enforcement.

Ryan and Scott talk about a fantastic program available for first responders and other professions dealing with trauma and PTSD. ReBoot is a cutting edge peer led program that helps in dealing with PTSD, trauma, and metal wellness issues. Ryan provides a great overview while Scott provides a solid personal testament to the success of ReBoot.

Sergeant Michael Sugrue, author of the best selling book, Relentless Courage comes on Badge to the Bone. Michael talks with Denny and Al about his background, his drive to smash the stigma surrounding mental health in first responders, and how this outstanding book came together. We cover some highlights of his book which reinforce why this is a must read. Listen in and you will understand why first responders and anyone connected to a first responder needs to read Relentless Courage.

Denny and Al speak with Police Chief Handley about leadership within law enforcement. A great discussion on where law enforcement executives are failing the profession, the negative impact it carries, and how it should be addressed. Chief Handley's leadership insight is well thought and quite encouraging.