We Can Disagree, Really! | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 031

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• This week, we talk about President George W. Bush and Ellen DeGeneres's response to attending the football game together.
• We discuss the response from Hollywood elites in reference to Ellen's plea for kindness.
• We mention the song, Hard Times, by the great Don Edwards.
• We make a plea for kindness and civility with those with whom we disagree, but also for simply listening to others.
• We also make an argument that we should have principles and know why we believe what we believe.
• Finally, I mention Ellen DeGeneres and state that even though we likely disagree on about everything, it would be an honor to have a cup of coffee, because that is how conversations get pushed forward.

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A Patrol Sergeant's Perspective | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 004

The Interview Room releases weekly. In here, I interview leaders from all walks of life creating strong and meaningful conversations to provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for the listener.

In this episode, I sit down with Patrol Sergeant Keith McCarthy:

• We discuss the changes in law enforcement over the years and engaging, training, and mentoring younger deputies.
• We discuss a variety of topics including gun control, faith and always having wanted to be a cop.
• We point out the difference between an idealist and a realist.
• Finally, we point out the importance of community in our personal lives.

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It's Crazy Out There | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 030

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• This week we highlight some "bizarre" stories from law enforcement around the world. (Credit: most of these stories were obtained from https://www.policeone.com )
• Story out of California where a pony is clipped by a hit and run driver.
• Story out of Missouri where law enforcement is providing a PSA to not leave grenades laying around.
• Story out of Oregon of 5 healthy bulls being found dead and the speculation around it.
• Story out of Dallas where a man shoots a would-be Burglar, but then goes back to bed.
• Story out of Florida where a women explodes in a porta- potty.
• Story out of Scotland, where man is charged with repeatedly passing gas during a strip search.
• We tell these stories in order to discuss the fact that law enforcement, never knows what they may respond to during any given shift.

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Lessons from the American West | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 029

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• This week we discuss lessons that can gleaned from the spirit of the American West.
• We discuss the history of the poem, America The Beautiful by Katharine Lee Bates.
• Finally, we want you to be encouraged by the Spirit of the West and the Spirit of this Great Country and to allow the positive lessons to motivate you this week.

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Finding Significance | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 028

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• Another tragic loss of a hero, due to 9/11 related illnesses.
• We consider the idea of significance in our life story.
• We talk briefly about ways to find our purpose and conclude with the understanding that true significance in life is found in helping others.

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Do We Really Remember? | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 027

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• September 11 passed this last week, where we looked back and remembered the tragic events of September 11, 2001. However, only a few days later we find ourselves asking, do we really remember? Did we truly "never forget?" When we consider our daily actions, our politics, what we say we stand for in this country, we find ourselves asking, Have we forgotten?
• We mention the song, Imagine, by John Lennon.
• We mention Democratic Candidate Beto O'rourke's comments at the Democratic Debate September 2019.
• Lastly, we read a beautiful, moving poem by Lt. Dan Marcou, called, That Day in September. This work outlines not only the unfolding of the tragic events on that fateful morning, but it truly honors and remembers those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

We want to say thank you and remember all those who run towards danger in the service of others, no matter the cost, no matter the stakes- you are the true heroes!

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Dealing with Disappointment | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 026

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• This week we discuss disappointment that we all will face at one time or another and what tools and resources we can use to overcome it.

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• Contact us with any questions and concerns.
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On The Blue Line was founded and is operated by active-duty law enforcement to fulfill the mission of providing guidance, resources and community for law enforcement officers, first responders, and military personal in their off-duty lives.

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Are You Prepared? | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 025

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• This week we discuss the possibility of Hurricane Dorian striking the state of Florida and extend this question to the broader, more important question of whether you are prepared in life for whatever may come your way.

After the episode:

• Get your On The Blue Line Decals, today!
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Please, Don't Be a Cop! | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 024

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• This week we discuss a story out of Harrisonville, Missouri and the team that decided to wear Thin Blue Line Flag uniforms this year.
• We then discuss San Francisco, California and their attempts to redefine things, yet again, this time they eye the Criminal Justice System.
• Lastly, we read an article that first appeared in August 2018 on the radio station, New Jersey 101.5. The article titled, "Please, Son, don't grow up to be a cop" asks great questions on why get into law enforcement now and what will this career be like in another 10, 20, or 30 years.

After the episode:

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Looking for Solutions to Mass Casualty Events (Part 2) | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 023

Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.

In this episode we discuss:

• This week we answer another question from our closed Facebook Group, On The Blue Line Guild. Be sure to join us!
• This is Part 2 to this conversation, if you missed last week's podcast you will want to go back and listen to that episode first. In there we lay the groundwork for this week's conversation.
• This week, we discuss the intent of our founding fathers and the importance of seeking the intent of the early framers of the Constitution and its Amendments when we try to interpret freedoms through a "modern" lens.

After the episode:

• Each Podcast episode is now available on video on our YouTube Channel.
• Join our exclusive closed Facebook Group, On The Blue Line Guild.
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HONOR | EDUCATE | DEFEND