Tall Cop Says Stop™ - Boots On The Ground

In this episode of the Tall Cop Boots on the Ground™ Podcast, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Tall Cop Speakers Network Expert Rickey “Rico” Sanders for a conversation about his career in law enforcement and the experiences that shaped his expertise in gang culture.

Rickey shares his journey from working as a DJ to serving in corrections and narcotics in South Carolina, and eventually taking his knowledge and experience across the country. He gives insight into what he calls the “modern” gang business model and why today’s gangs can look very different from the traditional image of people gathering on a street corner to sell drugs.

Jermaine and Rickey explore how gangs can be organized, entrepreneurial, and deeply connected to the communities they operate in, and why they may not always be what they appear to be. They also discuss what schools, educators, and communities can recognize and do to strengthen prevention efforts and better understand the realities of modern gang involvement.

In this episode of the Tall Cop Boots on the Ground™ Podcast, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Nigel Wrangham to talk about his purpose: helping young people prevent substance use, build confidence, and become empowered leaders in their communities.

Nigel shares how he works with youth to create practical strategies, equip them to support their peers, build positive social norms, and develop the next generation of advocates. The conversation also takes a deeper look at substance use disorder and the importance of understanding the person behind the behavior. From the outside, it can be easy to see what someone is doing wrong, but understanding why substance use can feel as essential as eating or breathing can change the way we respond. For someone struggling, use may feel like survival. Jermaine and Nigel also discuss the importance of accountability, support, and consequences and why all three can play a role in helping someone move toward change and recovery.

In this episode of the Boots on the Ground™ Podcast, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway talks with Mitch Prager of Soberman’s Estate in Arizona about the realities of addiction, treatment, and recovery. They explore why treatment works, the challenges individuals face when battling substance use disorder, and the importance of taking responsibility for recovery while treating addiction as a disease.Jermaine and Mitch also discuss what separates a quality treatment center from the rest, including the tools, strategies, and individualized approaches that can help someone move forward one day at a time. Most importantly, they examine the impact of recovery and an important question for communities everywhere: What happens when we focus on treatment and recovery instead of incarceration?

What can we learn by looking at AI through the same lens we use to understand substance use? In the latest Boots on the Ground™ Podcast, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Ben Gillenwater of Family IT Guy and Tall Cop Speakers Network Expert for a timely conversation about artificial intelligence, one of the fastest-changing influences in the lives of today’s youth. They explore what parents need to understand about AI, what healthy and appropriate AI use looks like, and how technology companies use algorithms designed to keep users engaged and returning.

Join Tall Cop as he breaks down findings from his latest Texas drug trend scan and what it signals for the rest of the country in 2026. This episode explores emerging and resurging substances including Kava, Kratom, THCA, Nitrous Oxide, Phenibut, Ashwagandha, and over-the-counter medications, and why they’re gaining traction in communities and schools. Tall Cop connects the dots between what’s currently on the streets and what’s likely coming next, while also examining how new laws are impacting enforcement, regulation, and the ongoing challenge for states and local agencies trying to keep up.

In this episode, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway dives into the rapidly shifting landscape of kratom regulation across the United States. As more states, cities, and counties begin examining restrictions and outright bans, the conversation around kratom is changing fast. Tall Cop breaks down what drives these policy decisions, where regulations are emerging, and the growing concern surrounding 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-Hydroxy) a powerful compound increasingly appearing in kratom products.

Why should educators, communities, prevention professionals, and law enforcement pay attention? Because the kratom market is evolving quickly, and understanding these trends is critical. Buckle up for a fast-moving look at the who, what, where, and why behind the changing tides of kratom and 7-hydroxy regulation.

In this episode, Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with Tall Cop Speakers Network speaker Nigel Wrangham to explore how and when to talk with youth about making healthy choices. From toddler years through the teenage stage, they break down what age-appropriate conversations look like and why timing matters.

Nigel shares insights from his years of experience working directly with kids, explaining how young people are incredibly smart when it comes to connection but, not always in their choices. They discuss how parents are still the most influential voice in a child’s life and why kids truly want to hear from them.

This episode is packed with practical guidance for parents and educators who want to help kids navigate stress, peer pressure, and everyday challenges in healthy ways.

Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with fake ID expert Officer Mark Baxter to expose how today’s fake IDs are obtained, who’s really getting your personal information, and the long-term consequences most kids never see coming. From identity theft to lost job opportunities, this episode also explores shifting alcohol-use trends in the U.S. and what they mean for prevention and enforcement. Essential information for law enforcement, parents & prevention.

Tall Cop Jermaine Galloway sits down with retired DEA Agent and Tall Cop Speakers Network member Richard Grosfelt for an eye-opening and timely conversation on today’s drug landscape. Grosfelt shares insights from his extensive career in law enforcement, offering a firsthand perspective on the evolution of the opioid crisis and the challenges professionals face today.

Together, they discuss why educating youth is one of the most powerful tools for saving lives, what’s emerging in the poly-drug scene, and how substances once reserved for veterinary and surgical use—yes, even those used by zoo veterinarians—are now appearing on the illicit drug market.

Grosfelt also highlights the importance of prevention-focused education and why his work resonates so strongly with youth, law enforcement professionals, and adults alike. As a trusted voice in the Tall Cop Speakers Network, he brings clarity, experience, and urgency to conversations that communities need to be having now.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to staying ahead of emerging drug trends and protecting lives through awareness and education.

School Resource Officer Dave Gomez, a police officer with over 15-years of experience and Tall Cop Speakers Network member, joins Jermaine Galloway “Tall Cop” at the 2025 Emerging Drug Trends Conference for a powerful and eye-opening conversation about online safety and youth exposure.

Gomez, who reaches thousands each year through his online presence and speaking engagements, shares real-world experiences highlighting the very real consequences, good and bad of actions taken online. Together, they break down how popular platforms like Roblox allow countless ways for strangers to communicate with kids even when chat features are turned off.

The conversation digs into why Snapchat’s disappearing messages make it especially predator-friendly, how both Snapchat & Instagram’s live mapping can expose a child’s daily schedule, and how predators use these tools to gain access and trust.

Most importantly, Dave and Jermaine shift the focus to what parents can do right now to approach digital safety as a family team effort. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone working to keep kids safe in today’s rapidly evolving digital world.

Save the Date for the 5th Annual Tall Cop Emerging Drug Trends Conference on 11/12-13/2026!

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