On today's episode, Dr. Delery and I discuss trauma response from a biological and psychological perspective. I also talk anecdotally regarding some traumatic events and then I break down the importance of understanding grief. This is an important topic for all of you in first responders and helping fields, you do not want to miss this one!

Welcome back to Punk Rock Cops! Today's episode is all about pop-punk and emo. So put on your skinny jeans, dye your hair black and get ready to go as Justin, Robyn and Ten discuss their favorite pop-punk and emo bands.

This week's episode we talk with Danny, a police officer from Washington state. We learn about his career and his upbringing and how it formed who he is today. I also read the list of the fallen officers from the year 2022 and Capt. Tom Rizzo graces us with a recording of "The Man in the Arena"... you don't want to miss this!

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On today's episode, my favorite doctor in the world and I discuss the science behind sleep, how to get better sleep and what poor sleep can do to you. Check it out!

On today's episode, Frank (the founder of Reps for Responders) talk about his "hero's journey" to get through his own struggles to where he is now. I also talk about the importance of having your "crew."

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Today's episode we speak with retired police chief turned speaker, Kristen Ziman. Amazing conversation about a lot of important topics facing our law enforcement officers! Check it out!

It's my honor to have on the show today the owner of First Responder's Coffee Company, former Delta Force/Green Beret member Brett Tucker. We talk about all the things happening in our world these days and what drives him to get out of bed daily. Check this one out!

Today's show we talk to the owner of Thin Vine Wines. We talk about his career in dispatch lead him to wanting something more, how he has pursued real estate and wine to make businesses to support law enforcement officers and how you can start your own business too. I also discuss how to start a business and imposter syndrome. Check out all of my sponsors; TOC Public Relations, Fit Responders, Jiu Jitsu Five 0 and Thin Vine Wines!!! Check out my merch store also!

What does it take to be a great and successful police officer? What if I told you the same core skills and beliefs mirror into success in business and other aspects of life? Grit, determination, desire to win. All this and more on our episode today in which my guest, Jamil Syed (a former cop turned entrepreneur) explains how he was able to turn his life around into something amazing! This is a great episode and it is so inspiring! Check it out!