Cops, Kids, and Trust: A Path to Heal Policing

Can empathy and education rebuild trust in policing? Hosts Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley join Patrol Sergeant Jordan Morris to explore how School Resource Officers connect with kids to prevent crime early. Morris shares the human side of officers, urging better police training to bridge divides. From tackling racial tensions to rethinking political priorities, this heartfelt episode offers hope for a justice system that unites communities through shared humanity. Timestamps:(00:00) Hope Through Connection: How empathy can transform policing.(00:18) Cops in Classrooms: The power of School Resource Officers to build trust.(02:55) Kids, Not Criminals: Why early intervention prevents crime cycles.(04:29) Hope for Justice: Stories like Quan’s inspire systemic change.(06:23) Officers Are Human: Jordan’s plea for civilians to see cops as people too.(08:28) Political Barriers: How politics stifle police reform progress.(09:13) Together We Grow: Jerremy’s call to unite for a better justice system.(11:22) Lessons Learned: Jerremy and Dave reflect on drug policy and training gaps.🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X