The industry that is Crisis Negotiation has been shown in many different television programs, feature films and streaming media - for a LONG TIME now. One question remains:

Did they get it right?

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Depending on how old you are, you may not remember 1974, but you know who does? William Kidd, aka Billy the Kid. Why does he remember 1974? Because that's the year the San Francisco Police Department created their first crisis negotiation team. And Bill was there from the beginning. Since that time, Bill has built a legacy that has been undeniable in the field of crisis negotiations.

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00:00 William "Billy the Kid" Kidd, a founding member of San Francisco's first crisis negotiation team in 1974, shares his story on the Crisis Cop Podcast.

08:52 We learned from other agencies' successful handling of incidents, benefiting from their experiences in unexpected situations.

14:45 They strongly opposed using third-party intermediaries, which often backfired during incidents.

16:33 Debriefs grew in popularity for incident discussions, focusing on context, actions, and outcomes. Active listening was underutilized until the late '80s.

25:01 NYPD's approach in the 60s-80s, focusing on communication over confrontation, was revolutionary in handling challenging incidents.

31:55 Botched robbery at Petrini Plaza, San Francisco led to a hostage situation and standoff with Law SF agents.

33:22 In 1979, a mentally ill man caused an incident in a San Francisco high-rise.

42:47 A significant incident involving an employee's death highlighted the importance of awareness and learning from others' experiences, influencing the speaker's outlook on life and career.

48:03 Experience with negotiation teams has diminished the drama and entertainment for me, but a positive aspect is the involvement of behavioral science professionals i...

It's a blistery winter night in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

SWAT operator Gary McDougall is sitting in waist high snow right now. He's contemplating his career decisions.

As he knows there's negotiators sitting warm and cozy, drinking coffee in a trailer.

It's time we learned Gary's transition from SWAT operator to negotiator and hear about his storied career.

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00:00 Gary McDougall's Transition to Conflict Solutions

03:50 Transitioning from SWAT Officer to Negotiator Role

08:28 Listen, Don't Advocate, in Crises

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12:21 The Power of Active Listening Skills

13:09 Active Listening: Cornerstone of Successful Relationships

17:51 Empathy, Rapport, and Crisis Negotiation Outcome

22:40 Crisis Negotiation Teams and Key Roles

23:42 Distinguishing Intelligence from Information in Negotiation

28:34 Expert Negotiators: Veterans and Fresh Perspectives

32:07 Cialdini's Influence: Social Psychology Explained

34:23 Using Google Alerts for Negotiation Updates

36:26 Man Plots Disturbing Revenge Scheme

39:25 Balancing Humor in Delicate Interactions

46:02 Using Empathy in Crisis Conversations

49:11 Negotiation Success Beyond Outcome

50:35 Avoid Witnessing Potential Trauma Scenes

53:01 Experienced Crisis Negotiation Course Speaker

 

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What factors led Gary McDougall to transition from a SWAT operator to a crisis negotiator? How did his background in SWAT influence his approach to negotiation?

Gary McDougall talks about the importance of lifelong learning in crisis negotiation.

It's 1973. The location is Brooklyn, New York.

Four armed men are involved in a botched robbery at the John and Al Sporting goods store. What people don't realize as this incident is the birthplace of hostage negotiation.

One of the architects and godfathers of this new concept is Dr. Harvey Slosberg.

In this episode, we're going to explore his legacy and career via a visit with his wife, Dr. Toni Collarini Schlossberg - as we launch The Crisis Cop Podcast on The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network via WhatCopsWatch.Com...

 

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00:00 "Writing Police Training Grant for Mount Vernon"

05:14 Spy Fears Block Class Attendance

09:35 Chemistry Background Aids Psychologist's Career Shift

10:21 "Journey from Chemistry Major to Psychology Passion"

15:27 Harvey's Far-Reaching Educational Influence

20:18 "Using Dialogue and Donuts in Policing"

21:43 "Enhancing Police Work Through Negotiation Skills"

27:02 "Avoid Using Mothers in Hostage Crises"

29:11 "Enhance Your Podcast with Perpetual Ads"

34:11 "Journey to Create Hostage Negotiation Documentary"

35:22 Shift in 1970s Police Culture

39:53 History's Lessons: Law Enforcement's Impact

43:16 Evolving Strategies in Police Negotiation Skills

48:28 Cultivating Negotiation Skills Through Diverse Experiences

52:10 Harvey's Negotiation Focus: Save Lives Through Dialogue

55:00 Inspiring Police Recruits for Positive Legacy

56:35 "Life-Saving Focus: The Crisis Cop Podcast"

 

Questions Answers Inside This Episode of Cops and Robbers Talk:

How did the botched robbery at John and Al Sporting Goods become a pivotal moment in the history of hostage negotiation?

Discuss Dr. Toni Collarini Schlossberg's recollection of her husb...