Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 162

Former law enforcement officer turned psychologist, Stephanie Conn, PhD, joins us to discuss her amazing work driven by a deep passion for supporting the mental health and well-being of first responders.  With over 29 years of experience in the field—and a lifetime immersed in the first responder culture as the daughter and wife of police officers—she specializes in counseling and training those who serve on the front lines. Stephanie is the author of Increasing Resilience in Police and Emergency Personnel and Building Effective Peer Support Teams. A Guide to Creating Resilient First Responders. Learn more about Stephanie at https://firstresponderpsychology.com/

If you are a police officer in a mental-health crisis and in need of immediate help, call (833) 892-8255 or text “Blue” to 877-810-0911 for 24/7 confidential support.

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net and https://nppn.live/

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

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Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 161

Retired Deputy Chief Constable Jennifer Hyland offers a rare and unflinching look behind the badge in her book, Tightrope. She joins us to share some of the raw honesty and hard-won wisdom she offers in the publication. Jenn charts her twenty-six-year journey through Canadian policing—rising from a young recruit to one of the highest-ranking women in the profession—all while walking the fragile line between duty and despair, strength and vulnerability, silence and truth. Learn more about Jenn at https://www.jennhyland.com/

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net and https://nppn.live/

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

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Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 160

Lori Morrison returns as a guest to Public Safety Talk Radio during the launch of her brand-new podcast on the National Police Podcast Network, Shielded. Based upon the book of the same name, Shielded reminds first responders and security professionals that they matter. These weekly devotionals provide encouragement that doesn’t insult your intelligence and spiritual fuel for people who can’t afford to run on empty. Learn more about Lori at https://sheshepherds.org/

Access Shielded at https://nppn.live/shielded-podcast/

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net.

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

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Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 159

Eric Strong, law-enforcement professional for over three decades and current candidate for Los Angeles County Sheriff, shares his vision for the department. He discusses his ideas on transparency and measurable outcomes, confronting mental-health crises and substance abuse, as well as recruitment, hiring, and retention reforms. Learn more about Eric at https://www.strong4sheriff.com/

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net and https://nppn.live/

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

Police Mortgage NMLS #268815

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 158

Jeff Morefield, retired law-enforcement professional and military veteran, joins us to talk about Next Phase Leadership. Jeff explores the realities of the transition from a first-responder career as well as details the leadership skills needed for the next chapter in order to move forward with purpose. Jeff Morefield is a featured speaker at the 1st Responder Conference in Santa Barbara, CA on April 13, 2026. Learn more about 1st Responder Conferences at https://www.1strc.org/ and learn more about Jeff Morefield at https://jeffmorefield.com/

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To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

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Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 157

Dr. Kelsey Loftus, Concentra Certified Athletic Trainer contracted with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue and Montgomery County Occupational Medical Services, returns for Part Two of our conversation. In this episode she details how sleep habits impact job performance, mental health, relationships, and injury risk. Kelsey also explains the importance of sleep health and equips first responders with practical tools to improve sleep quality and resilience. Dr. Kelsey Loftus is a featured speaker at the 1st Responder Conference in Ocean City MD on March 23, 2026. Learn more about 1st Responder Conferences at https://www.1strc.org/

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

NMLS #268165

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 156

Dr. Kelsey Loftus, Concentra Certified Athletic Trainer contracted with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue and Montgomery County Occupational Medical Services, joins us to discuss the physical nature of a first-responder profession. In part one of our conversation, she digs into injuries and the importance of tailored mobility and stability to prevent common injuries. Dr. Kelsey Loftus is a featured speaker at the 1st Responder Conference in Ocean City MD on March 23, 2026. Learn more about 1st Responder Conferences at https://www.1strc.org/

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

NMLS #268165

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 155

Dr. Jaymi Goetze, author of Bodies, Boners, and Bad Guys: Sexual Deviance and Homicide, shares details from her book and seminars that law-enforcement professionals need to know. Learn more about Dr. Goetze at Dr. Jaymi Goetze | LinkedIn and https://www.patc.com/

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

NMLS #268165

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 154

Diane Braun of Braun Counseling Services LLC joins us again to talk about domestic violence and what can be done about it. We discuss not only the help available for victims but also for perpetrators that realize they need and want to change. Learn more about Braun Counseling Services LLC at https://brauncounselingservices.com/ and if you are a victim of domestic violence call 800-799-7233.

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

NMLS #268165

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 153

Arthur Mogilevski, CEO of AM Healthcare, joins us for Part Two of a two-part conversation on their After Action program for first responders. This episode digs into their “two-week tune-up” and a “30-Day Reset” options. Learn more about After Action at https://amhealthcare.org/facility-near-me/first-responder-program/

Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net

To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/

And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878.

NMLS #268165

Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.