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Today's show takes us into the "real" Chicago P.D. with retired Detective Lieutenant Richard Rybicki!

The good lieutenant served for over 29 years on the Chicago Police Department where he worked as a Patrol Officer, Tactical Officer, Gang Crimes Specialist, Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, and Detective Lieutenant. His last assignment was as the Lieutenant/commanding officer of the Area Three Homicide/Sex/Gang Crimes unit.

If you want to know how the dedicated men and women of the Chicago Police Department actually solve crimes and what lingo and culture are specific to the Chicago P.D., this episode is for you! 

During this episode you will learn:

All of this and more on today's episode of the Cops and Writers Podcast!

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Is it hot in here, or is it my two special guests today who were both former firefighters, now romance authors?

In today’s episode, we will be discussing firefighting with my two special guests, Lolo Paige and Kaye Kennedy. Lolo was a wildland firefighter in Montana and Alaska and Kaye was a city firefighter in Long Island. Both give us insights into the culture and the everyday life of being a firefighter in these two different, yet similar fields of firefighting. 

Both of my guests are now successful full-time romance authors who share what is working well for them in their author careers, and what has not. 

During this episode you will learn:
• How Lolo Paige started her career in wildland firefighting and the training and equipment that she used to fight wildland fires.
• How Kaye, a third-generation firefighter started her career as a city firefighter and the training and equipment she used to fight fires.
• How both Lolo and Kaye’s experience in theatre and stage helped them with their author careers.
• What the biggest errors and misconceptions that authors make when writing stories about firefighters.
• The best book marketing tricks and practices they both use for success.

All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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On today’s show, we will be traveling to Nashville Tennessee! My special guest is no other than the totally awesome Honorée Corder!

Honorée is an executive and strategic book and publishing coach, TEDx speaker, and the author of more than 50 books including You Must Write a Book. Additionally, she is co-creator of The Miracle Morning book series with Hal Elrod. Honorée passionately helps business professionals and entrepreneurs write, publish, and monetize their books, boost their brands, and get much more business!

Today's show is for the writers and entrepreneurs out there. I think you are going to want to take notes. There is a lot of great information in today’s show.

During this episode you will learn:
• The importance of routines and what daily routines and habits Honorée practices to maximize her time and efficiency.
• How she was able to publish more than fifty best-selling books.
• The pros and cons of collaborating with another author.
• Why someone should write a book.
• The importance of mentors and the difference between formal and informal mentors.
• How Honorée got involved with the Miracle Morning books series and her role in that franchise.
• The importance of failure and how she celebrates the victories.

All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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Today's show takes us to sunny Southern California! My guest today, Courtney Fretwell is the host of the popular podcast Forensic Tales.

Courtney talks about her career working in the California Superior Court, this includes a behind-the-scenes look at what really goes on in a courtroom.

Courtney achieved her master’s degree in forensic psychology and is now working on her doctorate in forensic psychology.  Courtney’s specific field of study is the characteristics of someone who commits mass killings and how they can be prevented.

Ms. Fretwell is also the host of the popular Forensic Tales Podcast. She tells us how she started the podcast and some of her favorite case studies that were featured on her show.

During this episode you will learn:
• What a judge’s role is in the courtroom.
• All of the work that goes on behind the scenes in a courtroom.
• When a forensic psychologist would be brought into a case to testify and what their specific role is in the criminal justice system.
• How a forensic psychologist would be a part of someone attempting to use the insanity plea in a trial.
• How Courtney started a podcast with no podcasting experience and how she grew it has grown into a popular show that she monetizes.

All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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On today’s show, we are going to Texas! My guest is Chief of Police and author Ronnie Ashmore.  I believe that those of you who write cozy mysteries will find this episode especially valuable.

Chief Ashmore has been in law enforcement for of most his adult life and has been the chief of police in two small towns. Many writers have asked, “What’s it really like to be the chief of police in a small town?” Well, in today’s episode you will find out. 

Chief Ashmore is also a writer who has published both fiction and nonfiction books. He shares with us his love for writing and his writing routine.

During this episode you will learn:
• What a “typical” day looks like for a chief of police for a department of five full-time police officers
• The relationship between his agency and other Texas law enforcement
• When the Texas Rangers would take over an investigation involving his agency
• When he would seek help from non-law enforcement, such as psychics
• How Ronnie has found success borrowing writing techniques from Steven King and James Patterson

All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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On today’s show, we will be going across the pond to England chatting with the one and only James Blatch!

Many of you know James from the Self-Publishing Show Podcast that he co-hosts with Mark Dawson. He is also partnered up with Mark Dawson for the Self Publishing Formula (SPF) that includes free writer resources and guides and the wildly popular courses for writers.

James also introduces us to his debut novel, The Final Flight!
James talks about his time as a war and street reporter for the BBC.

During this episode you will learn:
• How James became a reporter with the BBC
• How to look through the lens of a crime reporters’ eyes at a crime scene
• The relationship between the police and reporters, the answer may shock you
• How SPF started and the incredible value it is to authors
• How James’ father, a highly decorated RAF pilot, influenced his story in his debut novel, The Final Flight

All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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On today’s show, we will be talking fire investigations with retired Detective Jim Smith.

Jim is a friend of mine and we worked together for the Milwaukee Police Department back in the day. During Jim’s career on the force, he worked as a police officer and was later promoted to the rank of detective where he investigated violent crimes, officer-involved shootings, arson, and fires.

Jim also taught Defense & Control Tactics - Active Countermeasures - Weapon Control - Verbal Judo/Tactical Communication/De-escalation and Instructor Development.
After retiring from the Milwaukee Police Department, Jim investigated war crimes in the middle east.

During this episode you will learn:

      • What special training is required to become an arson detective.
      • What equipment an arson detective utilizes during the course of their investigation.
      • A step-by-step explanation of investigating a fire.
      • Evidence collection and documentation of a fire scene.

All of this and more on today’s episode of the Cops and Writers podcast.

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Would you sell your Christmas presents and plasma so you could afford to attend a writer's conference and an editor for a book you haven't published yet? My guest today, Jami Albright, did exactly that.

Jamie took a leap of faith and it paid dividends. She is now a successful indie author of Brides on the Run and The Small-Town Royalty series--fun, sexy, snarky, laugh-out-loud romantic comedies. If you don't snort with laughter, then she hasn't done her job.

Jami also shares with us how she continues her successful author career by publishing one book a year! So successful, she was able to leave her day job and become a full-time author.

How bad do you want to succeed as an author?

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On today’s show, my guest is a pilot, cop's wife, mom, retired math teacher, and author, Ann Parker!

Have you ever thought of getting away from it all and moving to a remote cabin in Alaska? My guest today did just that. Ann’s husband Shon, retired from law enforcement after a 27-year career in Texas. They sold almost all of their worldly possessions and moved to a remote cabin off-grid in the wilderness of Alaska.  Ann shares the joy and pain of living in the Alaskan wilderness.

Ann and I also talk about her life as a wife of a police officer. She lets us know how it felt to be the wife of a cop with all of the ups and downs they both endured throughout his career.

Ann started a devoted fan base with her Facebook page, “Follow Me to Alaska” where she shared interesting stories of her wildlife adventures. She did this before she wrote her book, Follow Me To Alaska! Ann truly dug the well before she was thirsty. She has sold over 10,000 copies of her book in one year without a newsletter or ads.

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My special guest today is Kevin Tumlinson!

Today’s show is definitely for the writers out there!

Kevin Tumlinson is an award-winning and bestselling thriller author, with more than fifty books in distribution worldwide. He is an accomplished podcaster, often referred to as "the Voice of Indie Publishing." He helps thousands of self-published indie authors every day through his podcasts and his work as the Director of Marketing and PR for Draft2Digital.

Kevin and I talk about his early career as a writer, very early. We also discuss his daily writing habits and rituals that afford him the opportunity to produce quality and consistent books. Kevin also shares what you can do to become a successful author.

Kevin shares tips and tricks on how you can become a more successful author in this value-packed episode!

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