Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 132 POCUA CEO, Ken Bator, wraps up season seven and talks up the association’s upcoming strategic planning meeting. To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/ To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/mortgage-tips/ …

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 131 Susan Lewis Simons, President and Founder of Under the Shield, joins us to talk about PTSI, sleep deprivation, and many other issues that face first responders today. More important she gives tips on how they can help themselves as she explains her “Garbage Can Theory”. Learn more about The Under the Shield at h…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 130 Randy Sutton, Founder of The Wounded Blue, returns to the show for a frank discussion on training for police officers as well as the upcoming Law Enforcement Survival Summit in Las Vegas in September 2024. Learn more about The Wounded Blue at https://thewoundedblue.org/ and register for the summit at https://www…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 129 Eddie Young, CEO of The Police Credit Union of California – the POCUA’s largest Police Credit Union, joins us to discusses the institution’s immense passion for serving law-enforcement families. Tips on using credit wisely as well as the importance of having a trust are shared. Learn more about The Police Credit…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 128 Jim Linquist, Marketing and Sales Support Manager for Kustom Signals, joins us to talk about state-of-the-art equipment for law enforcement. Learn more about Kustom Signals at https://kustomsignals.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/ To lea…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 127 In the continuation of our conversation with Lon Bartel, retired Police Officer and current Law-Enforcement Training SME for VirTra, we discuss the VirTra simulator as well as the necessity to provide real-world scenarios when training law enforcement. Learn more about VirTra at https://www.virtra.com/ To find a…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 126 Lon Bartel, retired Police Officer and current Law-Enforcement Training SME for VirTra, joins us for a two-part conversation. In Part One, we discuss what law-enforcement training should look like given today’s challenges. Learn more about VirTra at https://www.virtra.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to lear…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 125 Austin Glickman, President of LEO Weekend and active NYPD Officer, returns to tell us about the events they have planned for first-responder families in 2024 and beyond including an announcement on a brand new event in December! Learn more about LEO Weekend at https://leoweekend.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 124 The head of marketing for URBN_CHC, Jennifer Shimmel, joins us to discuss their luxury bulletproof bags that will not only keep you protected but also look good out in public. Learn more about their unique collections at https://urbnchc.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to htt…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 123 Aaron Zar, Founder and CEO of SLNT, joins us to discuss the safety and protection their products offer by blocking wireless signals. NO cellular, NO wifi, NO gps, NO bluetooth, NO rfid/nfc, NO connection. NO worries about bad guys stealing your data. Learn more about SLNT at https://slnt.com/ To find a POCUA Cre…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 122 Michael Julian, Chief Instructor and Founder of the A.L.I.V.E. Active Shooter Survival program, joins us not only to discuss the training but also to provide tips if you ever find yourself in that horrible situation. Learn more about A.L.I.V.E. at https://activeshootersurvivaltraining.com/ To find a POCUA Credit…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 121 POCUA CEO Ken Bator wishes everyone happy holidays and looks ahead to 2024 as Season Six comes to an end. To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/ To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/mortgage-tips/ And ch…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 120 The host of the popular Scams and Cons podcast, Jim Grinstead, joins us for an entertaining and revealing conversation about the show and how to avoid being a victim. Learn more about the podcast at https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-scams-cons-81562478/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the PO…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 119 Tony Jones, director and creator of the First Responder Program at Banyan Treatment Centers, joins us to talk about the specific recovery needs of public-safety professionals including the critical nature of aftercare. Learn more about Banyan Treatment Centers at https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com/ To find a …

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 118 POCUA CEO Ken Bator wishes everyone a happy and safe Thanksgiving, especially to all public safety professionals who will be working that day. To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/ To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://pol…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 117 Jake Wiskerchen - a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a National Certified Counselor, and owner of Zephyr Wellness – joins us for a frank discussion on “bridging the gap” between gun ownership and mental health. Learn more about Guns & Mental Health at https://walkthetalkamerica.org/podcast/ To find a POCU…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 116 Retired police officer and marine veteran, Brian Gillespie, joins us for a frank discussion on recovery for first responders. He offers details on Recovery Centers of America and other resources available. Learn more about RESCU at https://recoverycentersofamerica.com/substance-abuse-treatment/first-responders/ …

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 115 The hosts of the popular podcast, LA Not So Confidential, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott join us. In part two of our conversation we discuss the evolution of psychological support for law enforcement. Learn more about the podcast at https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more …

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 114 The hosts of the popular podcast, LA Not So Confidential, Dr. Shiloh and Dr. Scott join us. In part One of our conversation we dig into the creation and evolution of their show and discuss the crime data that is available today. Learn more about the podcast at https://www.la-not-so-confidential.com/ To find a PO…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 113 The owner of RescueMeds, Colleen Shields, joins us to highlight her unique business – a pharmacy that helps many public-safety heroes. Learn more about RescueMeds at https://rescuemeds.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/ To learn more about…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 112 The owner of TC Burton, Todd Burton, and their Business Development Manager, Kathy Sipes, joins us to discuss an innovative solution for law enforcement that can save lives. Learn more about TC Burton at https://www.tcburton.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.pol…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 111 Host, Ken Bator, wraps up Season Five with a look back at the recent Public Safety Business Summit and a look forward to the possibilities for the POCUA in 2024. To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 110 Host, Ken Bator, details the best options for law-enforcement families located in the Mountain Time Zone of the United States when it comes to financial services. The following are links to the organizations and their content mentioned in the episode: Rocky Mountain Law Enforcement FCU - https://www.rmlefcu.org/…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 109 The CEO and Founder of How 2 Love Our Cops, Vicki Newman, joins us to discuss how her organization supports law-enforcement spouses and families throughout the country. Learn more about How 2 Love Our Cops at https://www.how2loveourcops.org/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to htt…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 108 Host, Ken Bator, details the best options for law-enforcement families located in the Eastern Time Zone of the United States when it comes to financial services. He details long-standing members of the POCUA. The following are links to the organizations and their content mentioned in the episode: City of Boston …

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 107 The interview with Dr. Patricia Reyna continues with a discussion on the role of hope for families after a first-responder suffers a catastrophic injury. Learn more about Dr. Reyna at https://kayreyna.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 106 Dr. Patricia Reyna joins us to share her story of her husband being injured as a law-enforcement professional and the challenges of being a caregiver to a loved-one who has had a catastrophic injury. Learn more about Dr. Reyna at http://caregivingrecovery.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about …

Host, Ken Bator, details the best options for law-enforcement families located in the Pacific Time Zone of the United States when it comes to financial services. He details long-standing members of the POCUA: The Police Credit Union of California as well as the National Police Credit Union and Police Mortgage. The following are links to the organiz…

Chief Dave Robertson, founder of FIRE-EDGE, returns to discuss hiring first responders and creating a healthy culture within teams in part two of this two-part conversation. Learn more about Dave at https://www.fire-edge.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/…

Chief Dave Robertson, founder of FIRE-EDGE, returns to discuss hiring first responders with the right character for the job in part one of this two-part conversation. Learn more about Dave at https://www.fire-edge.com/ To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 102 Host, Ken Bator, details the best options for law-enforcement families located in the Central Time Zone of the United States when it comes to financial services. He details tow long-standing members of the POCUA: Police FCU of Omaha and Chicago Patrolmen’s FCU. Ken also discusses the content they provide to thei…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 101 Brandon Hall, an emergency 911 dispatcher for over two decades and host of the Music City 911 podcast, joins us to discuss the challenges of the profession and the motivation to launch the show. Learn more about Music City 911 at https://musiccity911.com/. To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the …

Episode 200 of Cool Culture Corner Host, Ken Bator, celebrates the 200th episode of Cool Culture Corner and announces his newest podcast coming soon, First and True. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategic planning or training session, or an MC for your next event? Then learn more about Bator Training &…

Episode 199 of Cool Culture Corner Founder and CEO of Light Internal, Marnie Vincolisi, joins us to provide guidance on how executives and entrepreneurs can find calm in a chaotic world. Among other tips, she guides us through a simple exercise to reorganize our to-do lists through meditation. Learn more about Marnie at https://lightinternal.com/, …

Episode 198 of Cool Culture Corner Inclusivity and diversity can be valuable in all organizations but not if they create a different kind of marginalization. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategic planning or training session, or an MC for your next event? Then learn more about Bator Training & Consult…

Episode 197 of Cool Culture Corner Has the recent troubles at Southwest Airlines turned their culture into Southworst? Probably not but there is a difference in the customer experience. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategic planning or training session, or an MC for your next event? Then learn more ab…

Episode 196 of Cool Culture Corner Disney recently announced that employees are required to work at least four days a week in the office understanding that collaboration and creativity is best when people are there in person. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategic planning or training session, or an MC…

Episode 195 of Cool Culture Corner Organizations are embracing non-traditional teams comprised of executives and outside freelancers. They can be very effective but there are three aspects to keep in mind when building the team culture within this dynamic. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategic plannin…

Episode 194 of Cool Culture Corner What happened on Monday Night Football to Damar Hamlin was a tragedy on 1/2/23. Our prayers go out to him and his family. How the NFL handled the situation provides us with a learning opportunity for our own team building efforts. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategi…

Episode 193 of Cool Culture Corner What can we learn from high-profile cases of alleged toxic cultures such as those in major sports teams like the Washington Commanders and the Phoenix Suns? A lot including the need to not rush to judgement based upon the court of public opinion. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for yo…

Episode 192 of Cool Culture Corner What can you learn about culture building from your plumber? Ken Bator shares a recent experience that will give your team some insight. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategic planning or training session, or an MC for your next event? Then learn more about Bator Trai…

Episode 191 of Cool Culture Corner Ken Bator returns for season 10 and gives an excellent example of a positive culture from his recent stay at the Hotel Monaco in Chicago. Do you need a speaker for your next conference, a facilitator for your next strategic planning or training session, or an MC for your next event? Then learn more about Bator Tra…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 100 Host, Ken Bator, celebrates Public Safety Talk Radio’s 100th episode and shares that the Killed in the Line of Duty (KILOD) Insurance offered by most POCUA credit unions is now available for firefighters as well. The provider, AmTrust, will host the 2023 Public Safety Business Summit in New York in May to celebr…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 099 Crime Prevention Coordinator, Jennifer Danner, and Officer Matthew Roberson of the Seattle PD join us to talk about crime prevention. They share their expertise as well as discuss how the are reaching out to the community to forge long-term relationships. Learn more about the Seattle PD’s Crime Prevention progra…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 098 Sarah Ferris, co-host and producer of the Stop the Killing podcast, joins us to discuss what she has learned about preventing mass killings. She also talks about her many high-quality true-crime shows. Learn more about Stop the Killing at https://www.katherineschweit.com/podcast. To find a POCUA Credit Union or …

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 097 Kevin Lawrence, former law-enforcement professional and current Executive Director of the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA), joins us to discuss how the organization is supporting police officers in the second-most populated state in the US through training and legislation. Learn more about the TMPA at h…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 096 Michael Sugrue, US Air Force Veteran and retired Police Sergeant, joins us again as an expert guest. This time he introduces his groundbreaking book, Relentless Courage – a book every first responder should read. Learn more about Michael at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sgtmichaelsugrue/ To find a POCUA Credit Uni…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 095 John Aretos, CEO of Police Mortgage – a provider of Killed in the Line of Duty Insurance, joins us to discuss home buying specifically for first responders. To learn more about Police Mortgage, and why they are specifically for "First Responders that are Second to None," go to https://www.policemortgage.com To f…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 094 POCUA’s CEO, Ken Bator, gives a salute to first responders in the state of Washington after a recent trip and gives an update on the planning for the Public Safety Business Summit in 2023. To find a POCUA Credit Union or to learn more about the POCUA go to https://www.policecreditunions.com/…

Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 093 Lanie Hobbs, host of True Crime Cases with Lanie and co-manager of the True Crime Podcast Festival, joins us to talk about the importance of victim advocacy. She discusses how the needs of victims and survivors take precedence in her podcast and her events as well as why this code of ethics is necessary in the t…