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Badge to the Bone
by Denny and Al, Badge to the Bone
Badge to the Bone podcast is intent on bringing mental wellness and resiliency to the forefront of first responder discussions while addressing important issues facing public safety professions. Hosted by Denny and Al, with over 60 years combined public safety experience along with appearances from public safety professionals. We cover serious topics with a side of old fashioned “cop humor,” and antics. Email us at [email protected] views expressed during our episodes are strictly those of our hosts and guests and do not represent any specific agency or department.
Episodes
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S5, Episode 9, "Truly" Outstanding Perspective
Badge to the Bone speaks with Mo who shares his harrowing journey from Iraq to the United States, detailing his experiences growing up in a war-torn country, the trauma of witnessing violence as a child, and the challenges faced during his family's immigration process. He reflects on the…
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S5, Episode 8, A Long Break with Much to Unpack
Denny and Al are back after an unintended and extended break. A lot has happened since the last episode, and Badge to the Bone attempts to unpack much that has happened while addressing the stress it an bring.
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S5, Episode 7, We Are Getting Some Attention
Denny and Al have some discussion about recent attention drawn to the podcast. Reliable information has come forth that there are some agencies displeased with positions expressed on Badge to the Bone. Well, we call it as we see it and make no apologies. Take a listen to the shenanigans that some...
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S5, Episode 6, Our 50th Episode!
Badge to the Bone releases their 50th Episode! Apologies for the delay, but we've been busy busy. Denny and Al are joined by Thor, Kari, Rick, and Greg to recap five seasons and celebrate the 50-episode milestone. Badge to the Bone extends a heartfelt thank you to all our listeners and the…
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S5, Episode 5, Sleep is the Gateway
Badge to the Bone welcomes Jennifer Boileau to talk about her work instructing military and first responders in resiliency processes. Denny and Al focus specifically on Jennifer's outstanding training with sleep and relaxation techniques. Sleep is a key component of overall wellness and health…
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S5, Episode 4, Managing Your Stress
Marine and Police veteran, national speaker, 5x author, and creator of The 10 Code Mindset Podcast, Scott Medelin joins Badge to the Bone. Scott talks with Denny and Al about challenges facing law enforcement today. They also discuss Scott's new book, 101 Stress Busting Tips for First Responders....
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S5, Episode 3, Good to Be Back
Attorney Ken Good from Texas comes back on Badge to the Bone. Ken provides an update from his season two appearance regarding the assault on cash bail in Harris County Texas. Denny and Al also talk with Ken about the results we are seeing from anti-police and pro-crime agendas over the past few...
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S5, Episode 2, Demystifying It All
Former FBI Supervisory Special Agent and highly regarded news commentator Jimmy Gagliano joins Badge to the Bone for some outstanding discussion on today's law enforcement and its challenges. Jimmy was a former CNN and CBS law enforcement analyst and continues to provide commentary on a variety…
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S5, Episode 1, Is Meat Lovers Pizza Heart Healthy?
After a long break, Badge to the Bone is back for season 5. Denny talks about his recent medical emergency that delayed starting the season. A good reminder to assume nothing and pay attention to symptoms. They also discuss their excitement for the series of excellent guests lined up that you…
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S4, Episode 9, Season Wrap Up with Some Christmas Cheer
Thor joins Badge to the Bone again to close out the season with a little wrap up and some fun Christmas banter. Die Hard is absolutely a Christmas movie, and Denny can prove it! Badge to the Bone Podcast would like to wish a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of our first responders…
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S4, Episode 8, Treat Your People Like People!
Denny and Al talk with Jeanne Grubbs, widow of Cpl. Robert Wayne "Grubby," Grubbs. Cpl. Grubbs took his own life February 24th, 2021. Jeanne displays enormous resiliency in the wake of this tragedy. She shares her story with the hope of helping other first-responders. This story cannot overstate...
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S4, Episode 7, We're Gonna Keep it Light Today
After a string of serious and heavy episodes, Denny and Al decide to lighten things up a bit. Greg Podolak returns and joins Badge to the Bone for some good humored wellness discussion while partaking in Greg's favorite beverage.
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S4, Episode 6, Lets Unpack a Little
Denny and Al sit down to chat and unpack some baggage. They discuss some of the recent challenges impacting this season. Al opens up and talks about some personal struggles that have been weighing him down. They both speak honest and plain about how their mental wellness still faces struggles…
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S4, Episode 5, Part 2 of When the Agency Completely Fails You
The anxiously awaited part 2 of Josh's story. Josh continues telling his story about the events that left him with significant trauma and how his agency just tossed him away. A hard-hitting example of the stigma and fears first responders face when agencies fail to address mental wellness.
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S4, Episode 4, When the Agency Completely Fails You
Denny and Al speak with a former police officer who talks about multiple significantly traumatic events experienced at the onset of his career. His fatal shooting during field training, the response to the shooting of two fellow officers, and the chaos of full rioting left him with major trauma...
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S4, Episode 3, He Struck the Match
Denny and Al talk about their recent presentation at the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, First Responder Wellness Conference. They also provide their honest and unfiltered take on the recent controversy surrounding the traffic stop of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill.
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S4, Episode 2, A Different Perspective, Long Overdue
Former city Police Officer Trish joins Badge to the Bone and provides a long overdue perspective of women and minorities in policing and navigating DEI. A thought-provoking conversation that acknowledges progress made, but still so much more to be done.
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S4, Episode 1, From the Father of a Hero
Mark Wagner, father of fallen Wintergreen, VA Police Officer Mark Christopher Wagner II opens up season 4 on Badge to the Bone. Mark talks about great memories of his son, and discusses the importance of remaining positive after tragically losing him in the line of duty. Mark's strength after...
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S3, Episode 12, We "Truly," have Fun Closing the Season
Denny and Al have some fun closing out the season with former guests Greg and Kari. Al tries a Truly beverage, Kari gives an update on a non-profit organization she has co-founded, and Greg gives some updates on his law enforcement wellness initiative endeavor. A season 3 recap is thrown in with...
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S3, Episode 11, You have too many web browsers open
Licensed therapist Beth Salmo joins Badge to the Bone for some great conversation on mental health services for first responders and military and what has driven her to focus on being a provider for both. Beth also discusses some of the challenges she is seeing with first responders such as...
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S3, Episode 10, Self Destruction
Denny talks with AL about the history that brought upon the creation of Badge to the Bone Podcast. Denny and Al have a long overdue and real conversation about Denny's struggles that led to bad decisions, suicidal thoughts, and a near self-destruct in his personal and professional life. Denny…
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S3, Episode 9, The Brews Brothers
A local officer Will joins Badge to the Bone on location and talks about his experiences and the negative impacts that followed. Will provides encouragement with his resilience and his proactive efforts to help other first responders and military service members.
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S3, Special Edition, Mount St. Mary's University Visit
Badge to the Bone travels to Mount Saint Mary's University in Maryland to speak with students in the criminal justice program. Denny and Al give their "It's Time We Talk," presentation to several of the classes and record a question-and-answer session with students and faculty.
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S3, Episode 8, Go Out in Style
Former Tacoma, WA police officer Rob Hollingsworth discusses a shameful and malicious prosecution of two Tacoma officers driven by political expediency that prompted his transition out of law enforcement. Rob also discusses much needed support for LEO's transitioning out of law enforcement and…
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S3, Episode 7, Start the Conversation
Danny Coon, retired Sergeant from Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office and author joins Badge to the Bone to talk about his efforts on bringing the conversation on LE suicide to the forefront. After 30-years of service Danny has been inspired to dedicate his efforts towards making a difference in...
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S3, Episode 6, Stay In the Fight, Lt. Col. Grossman
Award winning author and trainer, Lt. Col. Grossman comes back to talk with Denny and Al about one of his most current books, On Hunting. As always, Lt. Col. Grossman brings another stirring and uplifting conversation that will resonate with all first responders. He truly provides a tremendous...
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S3, Episode 5, Inspiration or Desperation
Finally! Dr. Greenberg makes an appearance on Badge to the Bone. Doc Greenberg is not only a well-known and highly regarded Police Psychologist in our area, but he actually completed the full police academy and serves as a reserve Deputy. A great conversation with a mental health professional…
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S3, Episode 4, The First, First Responders
Deborah Green joins Badge to the Bone to talk about her 30-years experience as an emergency communications dispatcher in California. Her powerful and emotional story describes how she has been inspired to become a strong vocal mental health advocate for first responders.
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Radio Interview WRVA
Here's a short bonus recording. Denny and Al appeared on talk radio WRVA in Richmond, VA. Their season 3 opening guest Jeff Katz invited Badge to the Bone on The Jeff Katz Show to help promote the podcast. Jeff Katz is an incredible supporter and advocate for first responders.
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S3, Episode 3, That's a Wrap
Retired Police Chief Terry Nichols joins Badge to the Bone to discuss policing and the challenges impacting the profession. Terry also talks about his new venture with BolaWrap and how this new technology can help reduce use of force incidents and save lives by gaining compliance safely with a no...
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S3, Episode 2, Epic Failure in Leadership.
Denny and Al discuss the recently released DOJ report on the Uvalde, TX active shooter response. They highlight the many failures in the Police response and tremendous lack of leadership. A tragic incident that cost many lives and put another black eye on Law Enforcement as a whole.
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S3, Episode 1, From LEO to Radio with a sidebar of Wrestling
Denny and Al sit down with local radio personality Jeff Katz from the Jeff Katz Show on WRVA in Virginia. Jeff talks gives an incredibly entertaining story on how he started as a police officer with the Philadelphia Police Department then moving to his career in radio. Jeff brings some great...
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S2, Episode 14, Recap Gone Off the Rails, and the salted caramel is.......
For a final season 2 episode, Denny and Al have Thor and Rick come back for some entertaining and colorful banter. They recap season 2, talk about what's next for Badge to the Bone, and just have some good fun closing out the season. From the Badge to the Bone family we wish everyone a very Merry...
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S2, Episode 13, There's a Ripple Effect and We're Seeing It
Rich Goszka with the Southern States Police Benevolent Association discusses with Badge to the Bone the critical state of the Law Enforcement profession today. Rich also talks about his role with the PBA and how the PBA supports our Law Enforcement professionals. If you are not a member of the…
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S2, Episode 12, If Today Is A Good Day To Die, Then So Is Tomorrow
Matt Griffin, best selling author of Journey to Midnight talks with Badge to the Bone about his LE career and discusses some incredibly difficult experiences that had a serious impact on his mental wellness. Just when he thought he was at the end, something amazing happened.
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S2, Episode 11, Cats and Dogs Living Together, Mass Hysteria!
In the spirit of Halloween, Denny and Al speak with Paul Hope, author of Policing the Paranormal. There are so many experiences during a law enforcement career, but there are some that just can't be explained. Paul discusses several incidents during his time policing the capital in Richmond, VA...
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S2, Episode 10, The Great Meat Chase
Badge to the Bone partakes in a fun conversation with retired POlice Sergeant and author Glenn Topping about his eclectic job experience and his LE career. Glenn is a retired Sergeant from the Broward County Sheriff's Office in Florida. He has written ten books including The Hurt, Look a Quarter!...
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S2, Episode 9, Need a Reboot?
Ryan and Scott talk about a fantastic program available for first responders and other professions dealing with trauma and PTSD. ReBoot is a cutting edge peer led program that helps in dealing with PTSD, trauma, and metal wellness issues. Ryan provides a great overview while Scott provides a…
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S2, Episode 8, Time to Smash the Stigma
Sergeant Michael Sugrue, author of the best selling book, Relentless Courage comes on Badge to the Bone. Michael talks with Denny and Al about his background, his drive to smash the stigma surrounding mental health in first responders, and how this outstanding book came together. We cover some...
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S2 Episode 7, Where's the Chief's?
Denny and Al speak with Police Chief Handley about leadership within law enforcement. A great discussion on where law enforcement executives are failing the profession, the negative impact it carries, and how it should be addressed. Chief Handley's leadership insight is well thought and quite...
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Episode 6, Toxic Bosses, and Yep, You Have Them.
Former Police Captain Steve Neal and author of Toxic Boss Blues joins Badge to the Bone for some great discussion on toxic bosses within public safety. Badge to the Bone asks the tough questions of how we got here and how do we make a change. Most in public safety have experienced a toxic...
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S2, Episode 5, Jeepers! it's Back the Blue
Denny and Al discuss their trip to Dover, DE for the Jeepers Back the Blue event at the Dover Motor Speedway. They play some onsite interviews with Jim from Warrior Weekend and Mike from Veterans United. These are great people representing some fantastic organizations doing amazing work. Denny…
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S2, Episode 4, Mental Wellness Integration You Say?
Greg Podolak comes on Badge to the Bone and discusses his efforts to improve mental wellness within first responder agencies. He presents his idea with a program of integrating mental health professionals into the every day operations of law enforcement agencies. His idea is a progressive…
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S2, Episode 3, Lt. Col. Grossman, What is the Opposite of Evil?
Renowned author, public speaker, and first responders trainer Lt. Col Dave Grossman speaks with Denny and Al about the current state of law enforcement and careers of service. Lt. Col. Grossman presents some excellent perspective regarding murder rates, assaults on LE, and the fight against evil.…
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S2 Episode 2, Good Conversation, Court Chaos in Texas
Attorney Ken Good from Texas joins Badge to the Bone to talk about the unsettling assault on cash bail occurring in Harris County, Texas. This trend has caused a tremendous strain on the court system resulting in an unprecedented high rate of failure to appears and case dismissals. Ken Good has...
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S2 Episode 1, We're Back, you're welcome
Denny and Al discuss their summer break activities and some upcoming events and appearances. They also discuss the recent officer involved shooting in North Dakota.
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Season 2, Trailer 2
Another trailer for upcoming season 2.
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Season 2, Trailer 1
Season 2 coming soon.
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Episode 10, Drum Boobs, Christmas Trees, and the First Rule of Law Enforcement
Denny and Al celebrate their tenth episode with a fun show reflecting on some of the different cop shows and movies that sparked their careers. They bring on a new guest Kevin, aka Thor to partake in some good laughs. This episode also serves as a closer for season one as they take a summer break...
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Episode 9, Hello? 9-1-1? I only got nine chicken nuggets!
It's been a minute since our last episode, but Badge to the Bone has a great guest for this episode. Kari was an emergency communications dispatcher for 16 years, and she provides a much needed perspective regarding exposure to trauma within emergency communications. Unfortunately, we sometimes...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Badge to the Bone podcast is intent on bringing mental wellness and resiliency to the forefront of first responder discussions while addressing important issues facing public safety professions. Hosted by Denny and Al, with over 60 years combined public safety experience along with appearances from public safety professionals. We cover serious topics with a side of old fashioned “cop humor,” and antics. Email us at [email protected] views expressed during our episodes are strictly those of our hosts and guests and do not represent any specific agency or department.
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