Veteran of the US Coast Guardsman and 20+ year US Border Patrol Agent, Thane Gallagher, has seen a few things. Join us in this wide ranging conversation and you might just learn something too ;).

Culture, Cages, and Combat with Thane Gallagher

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Why are martial arts becoming an ever-growing part of police work today in the United States? Dr. Jeremy Butler joins the show to discuss the benefits this type of training can bring to our officers, communities, and law enforcement agencies. Other topics discussed include defund the police, abolish the police, growing up on Chicago’s south side, how Dr. Butler avoided becoming involved in gangs as a kid, and much more. 

Links: 
-	Book -- Stop Resisting: The Law Enforcement Officer’s Guide to Proven Control Tactics, Less Lawsuits, and Building Community Trust Through Martial Arts
-	Jeremybutlerphd.com

The Best Martial Arts for Cops - Dr. Jeremy Butler

Police unions are loathe to accept any sort of physical fitness standard for their agency. So the fact that the Texas Troopers have recently implemented a new physical fitness standard should be a good thing... right? Listen in to this episode to find out why their new standard is missing the point. 

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Waist Size is a DUMB Fitness Standard - Here's Why

A professional radio broadcaster turned cop, Sheriff Scott Rose has a wide variety of experiences to share in today's episode. He also produces and hosts the Officer Down Memorial Podcast, a phenomenal show which honors the lives and stories of our fallen officers. Go check it out at https://www.officerdownmemorialpodcast.com

Sheriff Scott Rose - Officer Down Memorial Podcast

Find true success in law enforcement and in life by applying this powerful practice. 

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#2 Key to Success in Police Work and Life

What are cops thinking out there in the crazy world of social justice and COVID 19? This letter from a 23-year-old female rookie cop has some insights.

Culture, Cages, and Combat with Thane Gallagher

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