Trigger warning: This episode discusses family violence/domestic violence and other difficult topics. October is both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so to begin the October episodes we wanted to discuss what domestic violence is, the different types of domestic violence, and more. We also interview one of our own here at Leander PD, Meghan Burse, on what to expect when calling 911 in these situations. This episode is dedicated to our beloved friend, Rowena Speight, who lost her life to domestic violence in 2021.

Trigger warning: This episode talks about Suicide prevention and awareness. If you need to talk to someone, call 988 the suicide hotline, or if you need immediate assistance, dial 911.

On this episode, we interview Dr. Tania Glenn, who is a clinical therapist who specializes in first responders and military, and the president of Tania Glenn & Associates. She is also an author of ten books! Listen along as we talk to her about trauma, resiliency, and more.

Trigger Warning: This episode continues our talk on Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

Please call 988 for the suicide hotline if you need to talk to someone or 911 if you need immediate assistance! On this episode, we interview Joe Bob Ellison about the Chaplain program here at Leander PD. We discuss how to become a chaplain, what chaplain's do/what scenes they respond to, religious help vs non-religious help, and more.

September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.

A very short introductory episode into who we are and why we are here! CRUcial Connection is a podcast to share resources and tools to help victims and family members in times of need. In this episode you will hear about the history of Victim Services and the history of it at Leander Police Department. You will also learn more about what this podcast is for and what to expect from it in the future! We hope you enjoy listening and cannot wait to share more.