Criminal Justice Evolution

Retired Lieutenant Randy Sutton is a 34-year law enforcement veteran and founder of The Wounded Blue, an organization dedicated to supporting injured and disabled officers. After suffering a career-ending stroke while on patrol, Randy faced a battle over his benefits—but he refused to give up. Now, as Chair of The Wounded Blue’s Board of Directors, he leads programs that offer vital assistance to officers in need. Known for his media appearances and advocacy, Randy also champions Shatterproof to help officers find treatment and resources.

His story proves that when you’re down, the only way forward is up.

Every decision leads us to where we stand today. In this quick episode, I talk about how even the darkest paths can shift toward a brighter future once we choose to grow and move forward.

Retired law enforcement officer and academic leader Kelly Enos shares how first responders can leverage their unique skill sets in new careers. Discover how adapting, learning, and teaching others can open doors far beyond the badge.

There is never a right time to take the action you need to. The right time is now. Stop procrastinating with the things you want to do, and more importantly the things you know you need to do. Yesterday is gone, tomorrow isn't promised. All we have is now.

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A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe. 

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you.

Visit the site or call 303.960.9819.

Retired undercover detective Brent Cartwright was shot multiple times on the job – yet his will to survive never faltered. In this captivating episode, Brent reveals the mindset and perseverance that fueled his recovery, proving you can conquer any challenge if you truly believe you can. Find Brent on LinkedIn or visit his website to learn more.

Happy Monday and thank you for your patience. For the past few weeks, I've been setting up a new website behind the scenes. But I'm happy to announce that it's finally LIVE so back to normal programming. Stay tuned for more new episodes, guests, and interviews coming your way.

A special thanks to YOU, the criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe. 

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol. I was contemplating hurting myself. I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you.

Visit the site or call 303.960.9819.

Thank you for listening to the show. Please give us that 5-star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts we sure would appreciate it. 

A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe. 

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819.

https://fherehab.com/

https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/

Thank you for listening to the show. Please give us that 5-star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts we sure would appreciate it. 

A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe. 

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819.

https://fherehab.com/

https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/

So many times in life you feel down. You feel like you aren't good enough. Maybe you are feeling this now. Flip that script. Think of all the good you have accomplished in your life up to this point. You have the power to make the changes to make your life better. But, you have to do the work. No one is coming to do the work for you or save you.

There are people who love and care about you. People who will walk by your side on your journey, but you must do the work. It has always been this way and always will be. Life is an inside game. 

And you can do it.

www.cjevolution.com 

Stay tuned for more great shows.

Patrick

Thank you for listening to the show. Please give us that 5-star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts we sure would appreciate it. 

A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe. 

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I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819.

https://fherehab.com/

https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/

You don't want to hear this, but you have to. You have to learn to accept where you are right now. It might suck. Most of the time it does, but it's essential for your growth if you accept it. Once you accept you can move forward. If you don't you will stay in the cycle of anger, frustration, depression and all of the other stuff you are dealing with. 

Acceptance is the first step towards a better life.

Go out and conquer your day.

www.cjevolution.com

Patrick

Thank you for listening to the show. Please give us that 5-star Rating and Review on Apple Podcasts we sure would appreciate it. 

A special thanks to to everyone who has supported this show in 2024. Thank you very much.

A special thanks to YOU. The criminal justice / first responder professional. Thank you for what you do every day for our communities. Remember you are honored, cherished, and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe.

I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol.  I was contemplating hurting myself.  I finally decided to reach out and ask for help, and I am grateful I did. FHE Health and The Shatterproof Program saved my life. If you are struggling, you don’t have to stay there. We can and will help you. Reach out today at 303.960.9819.

https://fherehab.com/

https://www.cjevolution.com/shatterproof/

Is 2025 going to be your year? Is this going to be the year you go for that promotion, ask for that raise, start that business, write that book or ask for the help you need? It is entirely up to you. 

Sure bad shit happens to us all, but it's the way you react and move forward that is going to determine your trajectory for 2025. 

Remember the power you have.

Go out and conquer your day and week.

Happy New Year!!!!

www.cjevolution.com

Patrick