The Best of Times
Police Stories: From Hogmany Celebrations to In-depth Reflections on Hillsborough and More
Episode 2 of the Crime Time Inc podcast, hosted by Crime Time Inc, titled "The Best of Times" was published on December 14, 2025 and runs 35 minutes.
December 14, 2025 ·35m · Crime Time Inc
Summary
Join Tom and Simon in this engaging conversation covering a range of fascinating topics. The discussion begins with light-hearted banter about the weather in Scotland and evolves into deeper tales of their experiences in law enforcement. They reminisce about the days when police officers and nurses shared camaraderie over hot rolls and coffee during night shifts, extend invitations to seasonal events in Edinburgh, and reflect on how emergency responses have evolved over time. The conversation also delves into historic incidents like the Hillsborough disaster, providing insights into the pressures and decisions faced by those in command. Covering themes of justice vs. vengeance, community policing, the importance of the Special Constabulary, and the changing dynamics of policing, this episode is a riveting listen packed with personal anecdotes and informed opinions on critical issues.00:00 A Friendly Catch-Up00:18 Weather Talk and Family Visits01:05 Health Issues and Hospital Memories02:06 Police and Hospital Collaboration03:11 Edinburgh Hogmanay Celebrations04:44 The Role of A&E in Policing06:15 The Evolution of Emergency Response10:05 Hillsborough Disaster Reflections18:53 Historic School Abuse Case19:28 School Punishments and Memories20:41 Changes in School Discipline21:04 Police Time and Historic Investigations21:37 Grooming Gang Inquiry21:51 Corporal Punishment Reflections22:45 School Environment and Discipline24:02 Police and Community Relations26:01 Jury Trials and Legal Principles27:36 Court System Challenges28:18 Police Station Closures32:04 Special Constabulary Importance34:09 Reflections on Policing35:08 Conclusion and Future DiscussionsAbout Crime Time Inc.Season 5 of Crime Time Inc. broadens its reach across two sides of the Atlantic.This season features cases from Scotland and across the wider UK — rooted in real investigative experience — alongside deep dives into some of the most infamous murder cases in American history.Hosted by former detectives Simon and Tom, with experience in both the UK and the United States, including time working alongside the FBI, the show strips away sensationalism to explain how crime and justice really work.Two crime worlds. One podcast.New episodes released regularly throughout the season.Our Website: https://crimetimeinc.com/If you like this show please leave a review. It really helps us.Please help us improve our Podcast by completing this survey.http://bit.ly/crimetimeinc-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode Description
Join Tom and Simon in this engaging conversation covering a range of fascinating topics. The discussion begins with light-hearted banter about the weather in Scotland and evolves into deeper tales of their experiences in law enforcement. They reminisce about the days when police officers and nurses shared camaraderie over hot rolls and coffee during night shifts, extend invitations to seasonal events in Edinburgh, and reflect on how emergency responses have evolved over time. The conversation also delves into historic incidents like the Hillsborough disaster, providing insights into the pressures and decisions faced by those in command. Covering themes of justice vs. vengeance, community policing, the importance of the Special Constabulary, and the changing dynamics of policing, this episode is a riveting listen packed with personal anecdotes and informed opinions on critical issues.
00:00 A Friendly Catch-Up
00:18 Weather Talk and Family Visits
01:05 Health Issues and Hospital Memories
02:06 Police and Hospital Collaboration
03:11 Edinburgh Hogmanay Celebrations
04:44 The Role of A&E in Policing
06:15 The Evolution of Emergency Response
10:05 Hillsborough Disaster Reflections
18:53 Historic School Abuse Case
19:28 School Punishments and Memories
20:41 Changes in School Discipline
21:04 Police Time and Historic Investigations
21:37 Grooming Gang Inquiry
21:51 Corporal Punishment Reflections
22:45 School Environment and Discipline
24:02 Police and Community Relations
26:01 Jury Trials and Legal Principles
27:36 Court System Challenges
28:18 Police Station Closures
32:04 Special Constabulary Importance
34:09 Reflections on Policing
35:08 Conclusion and Future Discussions
About Crime Time Inc.
Season 5 of Crime Time Inc. broadens its reach across two sides of the Atlantic.
This season features cases from Scotland and across the wider UK — rooted in real investigative experience — alongside deep dives into some of the most infamous murder cases in American history.
Hosted by former detectives Simon and Tom, with experience in both the UK and the United States, including time working alongside the FBI, the show strips away sensationalism to explain how crime and justice really work.
Two crime worlds. One podcast.
New episodes released regularly throughout the season.
Our Website: https://crimetimeinc.com/
If you like this show please leave a review. It really helps us.
Please help us improve our Podcast by completing this survey.
http://bit.ly/crimetimeinc-survey
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.