🎥 Episode 133
Retired Lee County Sheriff's Deputy Mike Hollow shares his raw 17-year journey from high-stakes Boston EMS trauma calls to intense Massachusetts state police academy drills, Florida patrols, and elite K9 handling—including heart-wrenching child deaths and tactical pursuits. He dives into the mental toll of policing, why agencies are lowering hiring standards amid morale crises, the vital need for post-retirement support to combat officer suicides, and how blind luck led him to Southwest Florida.

Now co-hosting the "Lee County Unscripted" podcast with real estate partner Kim, Mike highlights nonprofits, human trafficking survivors, and community leaders while offering unfiltered advice for aspiring cops: fuel your passion, but know it's no TV glamour. Essential viewing for law enforcement veterans, recruits, and true crime fans exploring the human side of the badge.

View Mike's channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@BlueLineRealtySWFL

Welcome to our Channel Reasons We Serve, a podcast dedicated to exploring the motivations, challenges, and realities of working in law enforcement. We dive deep into the personal stories of officers, discuss different career paths, and break down the roles of various agencies—from local police departments to state and federal law enforcement.

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