OFF THE CUFFS With Kimbrough

It’s not the most wonderful time of the year for everyone - it’s a stressful and challenging time of the year for many people. Sheriff Kimbrough has a candid and intimate conversation with behavioral therapist Will Eads (NCFBPPC) about depression and suicide. In 2017, suicide was the 2nd leading cause of death among individuals ages 10-34, and the 4th leading cause of death for individuals ages 35-54.

Domestic violence incidents actually increase in number around the holidays. “I don’t call myself a victim. I’m a survivor – it’s a situation I did leave. I’m a mother and I don’t want my kids to be raised up in an environment like that.”  Tichina shares her personal story with Sheriff Kimbrough and Kenya Thornton of Eliza’s Helping Hands discusses the cycle of domestic violence and resources available in our community.

Garland Wallace, a Navy veteran, recounts how he began his career at the FCSO in the Detention Center. Despite being tied up during an inmate escape only 3 weeks into the job, he returned to work the next day and continued his career, eventually retiring at the rank of Major. A mentor to countless officers and community members alike, Major Wallace shares his story with Sheriff Kimbrough.

11/11 is the anniversary of (now retired) Captain Rowley's officer-involved shooting. A follow-up to our documentary Valor on Vance Road (available on our Facebook and YouTube), Sheriff Kimbrough and Captain Rowley candidly discuss not only the events but the lasting impact and powerful lessons of that day.

Guest Sheriff McFadden of Mecklenberg County talks frankly about the death threats he has received after taking his controversial stance on immigration, the betrayal of those he thought to be loyal friends, and his continued commitment to the community. ​

“My mother was actually a victim of domestic violence by the hands of my father. Now, he never put his hands on my sisters or I. And we never saw him put his hands on my mother. But we did hear it. There are many people who say ‘I grew up in a house like this and I can’t rise above it.’ I’m here to tell you that you can.” October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. Winston-Salem Police Chief Catrina Thompson joins Sheriff Kimbrough at the table to discuss her personal journey from a child in Detroit to the leader of a large law-enforcement agency in the South.

Chaplain Glenn Davis and Sheriff Kimbrough discuss the role of a Chaplain in an agency, and how a Chaplaincy program helps first responders and families during their worst times.

Captain Tommy Bowman and Sheriff Kimbrough discuss the personal cost of being a law enforcement officer and the effects it has on officers outside of the work environment.

Max Maxwell speaks with Sheriff Kimbrough about law enforcement in the 21st century. They discuss how its changed, and what needs to be done to make interactions with the public better.