Shielded Voices: Part 2: Leanne, The Weight Behind the Badge #029

In this raw and powerful conversation, Leanne opens up about the realities she faced throughout her law enforcement career — from the lasting weight of traumatic calls to the invisible battles within her own department. She discusses the systemic challenges female officers often confront, the emotional toll of internal affairs investigations, and how workplace culture can undermine even the most well-intentioned efforts toward progress.Leanne’s story is one of resilience, growth, and ultimately, freedom. She walks us through the difficult decision to leave a toxic environment, the unexpected joy she discovered on the other side, and how her family’s support became her anchor in the storm.This episode is a reminder that healing is possible — and that peace can be found, even after walking away from a career that once defined you.