Lance Burdett - WARN International

Lance Burdett pops in for a Coppuccino with Constable Bryan and we discuss everything from mental health, covid lockdowns, PTSD how he copes with 'stuff' and what advice he would give to people plus I make him the minister of mental health to see what he would do to solve Aoteraoa's issues.Who is Lance Burdett ???After 20 years in construction, Lance spent 22 years as a cop becoming the lead crisis negotiator. Qualifying in NZ, Australia, and the FBI, he was described as “The most qualified and highly skilled negotiator within NZ Police”, training with the elite tactical units of Police, Corrections, Fire, Military, and the FBI.Qualified as a Personal Protection Officer, Lance oversaw the protection of the Prime Minister and those on the witness protection programme. He was the principal security officer at the Delhi Commonwealth Games and the London Olympics. Lance was also responsible for recruitment and training at the Police Emergency call centres.Lance has a Master of Arts Degree, (Terrorism, Safety & Security major), a Graduate Diploma in Business Studies, a Diploma in Policing, a Diploma in Positive Psychology & Wellbeing and a Graduate Certificate in Applied Management.The published author of three bestselling books – Behind the Tape; life on the police frontline, Dark Side of the Brain; adapting to adversity and Anxiety is a Worry; understanding & managing anxiety.Lance is a regular media and podcast guest and provides inspirational keynotes and coaching workshops.