Behind the Badge: Realities of Policing and the Aftermath of Critical Incidents

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This was a LIVE STREAM: Be Sure to head to our Youtube to check out the entire episode or the clips. Have you ever stood at the line where duty meets decision, where a split second can ripple through a lifetime? Join me, Erik Lavigne, as we pull up a chair with Banning Sweatland, Dominick Izzo, and "The Suffering Podcast" host Kevin Donaldson to scrutinize the life behind the badge in "Two Cops One Donut." We kick off with a raw look at body cam footage, parsing out the intricate dance of real-time policing with our collective expertise in defensive tactics and canine operations, among others, to bring you insights that are as diverse as our backgrounds.
The journey from the streets to the sergeants' office is fraught with laughter, rivalry, and the kind of stories that could only come from a life in uniform. Throughout this episode, we share our personal paths in law enforcement from the perspective of those who've walked the beat. Host Erik Lavigne recaps a previous episode with Bruce Anderson talking about his battle with PTSD, and together, we tackle the aftereffects of critical incidents, from the adrenaline-fueled takedowns to the quiet struggles that follow. In the rich tapestry of our conversation, we weave in the significance of camaraderie and the acknowledgment that sometimes, the hardest part of the job is coping with the choices we're forced to make.
As our episode unfolds, we dissect the mechanics of a gas station takedown, navigate the hazards of high-speed pursuits, and scrutinize the impact of prior behavior on current confrontations. Kevin Donaldson's creation of 'The Suffering Podcast' speaks to the heart of our dialogue, offering a lifeline to those adrift in adversity. We wrap up with sincere gratitude to our listeners and a gentle nudge to join our ranks by subscribing — your support is the handshake that crosses the divide, bringing closer the worlds of law enforcement and the communities we serve.

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Chapters

1. Behind the Badge: Realities of Policing and the Aftermath of Critical Incidents (00:00:00)

2. Discussion on Law Enforcement Experience (00:00:09)

3. Transitioning From Officer to Leader (00:11:33)

4. Tactical Decision-Making in Knife Incidents (00:20:33)

5. Understanding Use of Force and Training (00:32:47)

6. Police Shooting and Aftermath Discussion (00:38:37)

7. PTSD Treatment for Law Enforcement (00:45:17)

8. Coordinated Takedown in Close Quarters (00:56:03)

9. Police Officer Engages in Intense Shootout (01:03:52)

10. Police Pursuit and Use of Force (01:16:37)

11. Jail Arrival and Public Trespassing Issues (01:32:04)

12. Gangster Disciples and Prison Dynamics (01:44:15)

13. Law Enforcement Podcast Humanizes the Badge (01:56:00)

14. Importance of Subscribing/Following for Support (02:03:13)