19. Pig Latin: Naked Suspects, Pepper‑Spray Fails & Laugh‑Out‑Loud Police Tales with Cop‑Turned‑Author Eric Tansey

Veteran officer Cameron Santana—an 18‑year law‑enforcement veteran welcomes a special guest host: Abby Ellsworth, creator of the “On Being a Police Officer” podcast. Ellsworth launched her show in 2020 to give officers a national platform to share raw stories from the field and to help civilians understand the people behind the badge. A civilian interviewer with more than 14 years of experience, she brings a unique perspective to the conversation. Together they sit down with cop‑turned‑podcaster-author-comedian Eric Tansey to discuss his upcoming memoir Pig Latin: A Seriously Funny True Story of a Former Police Officer. Tansey joined the police force as an Army scout and Special Operations veteran but quickly discovered the gritty realities of policing. He shares unfiltered stories of everyday chaos—from tackling naked suspects and accidentally pepper‑spraying himself to confronting angry mobs and coaxing suicidal subjects off a bridge. Beyond the darkly funny anecdotes, Tansey explains how Pig Latin aims to build empathy for law‑enforcement professionals and remind officers they’re not alone in their fears and mistakes. Tune in for an insider’s ride‑along that will make you laugh, cringe and see policing in a new light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices