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CopThink Podcast explores current issues in policing and focuses on the question, “Why do police do what they do?” In each episode, host Brian Casey interviews a variety of guests from law enforcement... more
FAQs about CopThink Podcast:How many episodes does CopThink Podcast have?The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.
March 31, 2020CopThink Podcast Episode 13: Sleep expert Roxanne Prichard on the Necessity of Good SleepMarch 31, 2020 ▪︎ RUN TIME 52:44 ▪︎ 126.8MBRoxanne Prichard describes all the important functions sleep provides for the body and mind. She details how to create the best sleep environment and good routines (behaviors) that support restful and restorative sleep. Prichard also gives specific tips for shift workers....more53minPlay
March 10, 2020CopThink Podcast Episode 12: My Part in My Recovery with Eric Hagel and Ed ChionchioMarch 10, 2020 ▪︎ RUN TIME 1:08:08 ▪︎ 167MBMinneapolis police sergeant, Eric Hagel, and Ed Chionchio of Genesis House talk about their lives in recovery. Both describe themselves as thankful alcoholics and that life is progress not perfection. A healthy diet and exercise are integral elements of their sober life. Humility is willingness to listen and follow others who have been down this road before....more15minPlay
February 19, 2020CopThink Podcast Episode 11: Dan King and Brian Wanschura on Surviving an Ambush AttackFEBRUARY 19, 2020 ▪︎ RUN TIME 49:59 ▪︎ 119.9MBOfficers Dan King and Brian Wanschura recount an ambush attack and how their mental discipline prepared them for that night. They tell of the importance of preparing your mind as an officer and the mental exercises they practiced together on every shift. This ensured that they were “ready when the day chooses you”. King talks about his background as a paramedic, and how he always carried a tourniquet and used it that day to save himself....more50minPlay
February 05, 2020CopThink Podcast Episode 10: Coach Sok on the Role of the Master Police CoachFEBRUARY 5, 2020 ▪︎ RUN TIME 47:01 ▪︎ 112.8MBCoach Sok of Field Training Associates, an expert on field training, tells about the components of an interactive field training model. Sok also shares his point of view on suicide prevention, involvement with Badge of Life, and the benefits of peer support....more48minPlay
January 21, 2020CopThink Podcast Episode 9: Josh Lego on Use of ForceJANUARY 21, 2020 ▪︎ RUN TIME 1:06:44 ▪︎ 168.7MBCommander Josh Lego is an expert on use of force and human performance under stress. He discusses how the removal of value judgements can influence an officer’s perspective on use of force. Casey and Lego also discuss the impact of pre-arrival priming on an officer’s actions and the usefulness of tactical disengagement....more1h 7minPlay
December 03, 2019CopThink Podcast Episode 8: Kent Williams on the Five Strings of Law Enforcement CultureDECEMBER 3, 2019 ▪︎ RUN TIME 54:32 ▪︎ 104MBKent Williams talks about the difficulties that come with the five strings of law enforcement culture where officers become pessimistic, non-trusting, control freaks who fight change and assess blame. This leads to a problematic police perspective, and Williams talks about healthy ways to offset this culture....more55minPlay
November 13, 2019CopThink Podcast Episode 7: Andy Lewis on How Horse-Think Relates to CopThinkNovember 12, 2019 ▪︎ RUN TIME 1:06:21 ▪︎ 128.2MBAndy Lewis tells how he learned to understand, interact and work with horses as a mounted-police officer for over fourteen years. Lewis tells how he applies these same principles now while working out of squad car....more1h 7minPlay
October 24, 2019CopThink Podcast Episode 6: Yileng Vang on Lawn Care, Squirrel Hunting and Body-Worn CamerasOCTOBER 23, 2019 ▪︎ RUN TIME 54:29 ▪︎ 130.7MBVang and Casey discuss the benefits of hobbies and outside interests for police officers. Vang describes his interest in lawn care and squirrel hunting. Vang and Casey consider the impact of body-worn cameras on officer camaraderie....more55minPlay
October 05, 2019CopThink Podcast Episode 5: Chad Malmberg Compares his Police and Military ExperienceChad Malmberg explores the similarities and differences of his police and military experience. He recounts the events that led to him receiving the Silver Star Medal. Malmberg describes the commonality of sacrifice, courage and discipline that both the military and police life require....more52minPlay
September 19, 2019CopThink Podcast Episode 4: Chris Caulkins on Suicide Prevention Part 2Caulkins continues his discussion with Casey about suicide prevention, warning signs and protective factors. Chris models how to talk to someone you suspect is contemplating suicide....more1h 3minPlay
FAQs about CopThink Podcast:How many episodes does CopThink Podcast have?The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.