In this holiday episode I do a bit of story time. Inspired by my sister to share "cool stories", I'll talk about some experiences I had while working in law enforcement while also expressing gratitude for those who commit themselves to public sector work. Whether it be cops, social workers, firefighters, EMTs, etc., those who try to tackle some of society's hardest problems have my gratitude. Perhaps once you hear some of the stories I'll tell you'll find some gratitude for the folks working to make society better in your life too.

Links:

Exploring: https://www.exploring.org/

LASD Explorers: https://lasd.org/explorers.html

DC Reserve Police: https://joinmpd.dc.gov/metropolitan-police/reserve-police-officer

Reserve Policing: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Auxiliary_police

Domestic Violence & Law Enforcement: https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/22/us/domestic-incidents-police-officers-danger/index.html

Police Pat Downs: https://www.fletc.gov/sites/default/files/imported_files/training/programs/legal-division/downloads-articles-and-faqs/research-by-subject/4th-amendment/terryfriskupdate.pdf

How Tasers Work: https://www.britannica.com/topic/TASER

Pepper Spray: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pepper_spray