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Cop Life
by Cop Life Media
This is the show documenting the hard hitting truth about life as a street cop on patrol. What types of calls are worked during the week? What are the stresses and frustrations of being a police officer in this current climate? What are the rewarding parts of the job? How do I balance work, home, and play? Keith dives into these topics and gives a behind the scenes, or better yet, a behind the badge perspective of a Cop Life.
Episodes
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End Of The Line
Keith gives some updates since the last episode and shares a message for civilian listeners and police officers. Email: [email protected]
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In Defense of A Third Person
This month, Keith analyzes the Columbus Ohio Police shooting and how the backlash should send a chill down the spine of police and citizen alike. He also expresses how thankful he is at the contributions to police tactics and policies given by a professional athlete. A listener who recently...
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From The Frozen South?
In this month's episode, Keith gives an update on the strange frozen conditions that prevented the episode from being recorded last week. Also, Keith covers some news articles related to policing as well as calls he has worked since last month. It's a big milestone as he prepares to cross the…
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Pandemic Policing
Goodbye 2020! A sentiment we can all agree on as we look forward to better days ahead. In this first episode of 2021, Keith discusses what policing has been like for him during the pandemic. Masks vs No Masks, Vaccine....yes or no?, and how the virus has affected he and his co-workers. Keith will...
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Return of the Rookie (Pt 2)
Officer Kline is back for the conclusion of our interview! In this episode, we discuss how he's grown in the job and he shares some calls from his time in the gang unit. Also, prepare yourself because Keith finally addresses the dreaded C-word as several listeners have inquired about his thoughts...
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Return of the Rookie (Pt 1)
Keith is back and broadcasting from the brand new PERMANENT CLP Studio! So much has gone on since the last episode and many listeners have asked about his opinions of current events. All that is covered and Keith doesn't hold back on giving his blunt opinions as he always does. Also, Officer…
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Policing Across The Pond (Part 2)
In this conclusion to the interview with Police Constable Christopher Bayes-Walker from Lincolnshire, UK, Keith and Christ discuss training, a couple of myths regarding UK police, what a typical shift is like, and what it's like to be a police officer yet not carry a firearm. Also, Keith answers...
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Policing Across The Pond
On this final episode of 2019, Keith welcome's Chris Bayes-Walker to the show all the way from the United Kingdom. Chris is a Police Constable for the Lincolnshire Police and is stationed in Grantham. He will share his unique experience policing in the England and we highlight the vast…
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Catch-22
Between a rock and a hard place.......Damned if you do, damned if you don't...........Catch 22. Does it exist, or is there a way to avoid it? In this month's episode, Keith examines a recent shooting of an innocent homeowner that made national and international news. Could this situation have…
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PoliceWOman (Part 2)
In this conclusion to Keith's interview with R.D, she talks about being an instructor and training coordinator at the academy, an experience attending SWAT school, her interactions with male colleagues, and some of the interesting and yes, humorous calls from her career so far. (hint: Most of…
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PoliceWOman (Part 1)
In this month's episode, Keith sits down with "R.D.", a female police officer with over 31 years experience. R.D. has worked in numerous units in a large police department and is currently a Sergeant. Also in the studio with the two is a well known friend of the show and past guest, C.J. R.D....
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The Rural Cop (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our interview with rural police officer Seth, we talk about what equipment he has or doesn't have as well as some notable calls from his career so far. Keith looks a listener email and discusses calls from the past month including a voice from the past! You can follow the show on...
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The Rural Cop (Part 1)
What is it like to be a police officer in a rural environment? How does it feel when you approach that call knowing backup could be 45 minutes away? In Part 1 of this two part series, Keith talks with Seth, a police officer in a very rural area of Eastern Tennessee. Seth talks about his academy...
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Police Department Structure
4 Months! Yes, I know it's been that long. It's been a long Summer and in this latest episode of CLP, Keith talks about what's been going on this summer. We hear some listener feedback as well as questions and an example of another dumb and stupid move by a rookie officer on social media. To…
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Tales of the Tape II
Lots to talk about this month as Keith dives into some listener email and discussion description on a traffic stop last month. Keith then dedicates another episode to videos that show police officers doing the right thing in spite of outright lies and attempts to discredit them. Links from this...
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The Dumb and The Reckless
This month's episode addresses the dumb and the reckless on both sides of the badge. Keith will be taking a look back at calls over the last month as well as news involving police officers. He reads a few of the many emails received recently and answers listeners questions. As promised, a full...
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Body Cams, Back Pain, & Bridge Jumpers
In this month's episode, Keith talks about his experience with the new body camera. He also shares a couple of stories from calls, including one that focuses on one of the many "hats" that police officers are required to wear. Also within the last few months he discovered another hazard, or...
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K9 Life
In this episode, Keith invites CJ into the studio once again where the two discuss CJ's 15 years in as a K9 handler. What do departments look for in a K9 Officer? What kind of training is involved? Do K9 handlers really have a panic button on them to release the dog from the car? Keith and CJ...
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A Veteran's Perspective (Pt 2)
In Part 2 of our discussion with 30yr veteran officer CJ, we take a deep look into his shooting. Also, CJ shares with us his experience on television show COPS and we look at some interesting and notable calls from his career. We also cover a few controversial topics including one rare example of…
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A Veteran's Perspective (Pt 1)
In this first half of an interview with a 30 year veteran police officer, Keith and CJ discuss the changes that have occurred in policing during that time. CJ, who worked all his career in a very large metropolitan police department will chronicle the various units he worked in which included…
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Social Media Snares
In this edition of CLP, Keith discusses the responsibility and the importance of police officers being extremely careful in their social media posts. Also, we do a little catch-up on some recent calls and Keith, being no stranger to talking about the hot topics of the day gives his analysis of…
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Things I Wish the Public Understood About Cops
In this episode of CLP, Keith discusses a list of things he wishes the public would understand about police officers and policing in general. Also, due to a recent large number of emails from listeners who are either applying for police jobs or interested in a career in law enforcement, Keith…
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Tales Of The Tape
In this edition of CLP, Keith takes a deep dive look at a couple of recent popular police videos and gives his analysis....both the good and bad. Also, he discusses a couple of interesting calls from the past couple of weeks and a very interesting conversation with a gentleman who has quite a…
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A Rookie's Perspective (Part 2)
This week's edition of CLP is the conclusion of Keith's interview with rookie officer Kline. He discusses some interesting and exciting calls he has worked thus far as well as his overall opinion of midnight shift. The two also talk about the importance of maintaining physical fitness and Kline...
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A Rookie's Perspective (Part 1)
In this episode of CLP, Keith sits down with rookie Police Officer Kline to discuss his experience and opinions of the academy, training, and that first year of solo patrol. Also, we hear an interesting conversation with an individual with a wild imagination that Keith met on a call. Two calls…
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De-Stress
It's common knowledge that simply based upon the nature of the job police officers do, there is a great deal of stress involved. Coping with that stress can be the difference between a healthy life with a positive outlook and a very dark and unhealthy existence. In this episode of CLP, Keith…
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Investigating Death
Police officers are also referred to as First Responders. When a death has taken place, whether it be natural, suicide, accidental, or murder it is police that are the ones who are called first and arrive first. There are a lot of responsibilities involved in that process. There is the protection...
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It's About Time!
Cop Life returns for a brand new year! In this episode, Keith gets caught up on a lot of listener email and Facebook messages and questions. Some of those emails include questions about applying for police officer positions and a unique medical condition. Also Keith answers a listener question...
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Rookie Blues
After two weeks of training a new recruit, Keith gives an update and even a glimpse inside the patrol vehicle for a couple of debriefs after the recruit made traffic stops. Life can be stressful for a new recruit learning the ropes and this episode is a real time update to all that's been going…
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Catching Up
Welcome Back! Yes it's been almost a month and in this episode Keith plays catch up on what's been going on. We will dive in to some listener email and then Keith is going to talk about two of the hot topics in the news right now: National Anthem Protests and the two recent police shootings in...
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Domestic Disturbance
Today Keith discusses....you guessed it....a very common and potentially dangerous type of call....the domestic disturbance! This happens to be one of his least favorite calls and he will explain why. Keith will also talk about a few memorable domestic disturbance calls that he has been on in his...
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Camera Craze
In this week's episode, Keith dives into the subject of cameras. These days everyone is carrying around a quality camera in their pockets and many of them are eager to use them to record the police. What is Keith's opinion of these people's actions? Also, Keith discusses some of the antics of...
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Aftermath
In the wake of the mass shooting of police officers in Dallas, Texas last week, I've experienced several things in the aftermath. This weekend, I'm doing an episode on what is typically an "off-week" for the show. I wanted to record and get this out while the memories and experiences are still...
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Police Under Attack
At 8:58pm on Thursday, July 7, 2016 during a protest and march in downtown Dallas, Texas, 12 police officers were shot by what was believed to be more than one gunman posted at elevated positions nearby. Sadly, 5 of those officers paid the ultimate price and lost their lives. In this week's...
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The Fear Factor
Fear. What is it? Is it a bad thing? Or can it be a good thing? On today's episode, Keith takes on a listener's question about coping with fear as a police officer. Keith discusses the benefits of fear and how it can be mastered and used as a benefit while working patrol. He also looks back at a...
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The Schedule
What is the work schedule like for the street cop? When someone says "Have a good weekend!", does that really mean anything to me? The life of a street cop on patrol involves working holidays and weekends. These days end up being like any other. Keith discusses this and more on this week's…
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So You Want to go to the Police Academy?
Is that you? Are you wanting to go to the Academy? Or are you just curious about what it's like? In today's episode of Cop Life, Keith gives and in depth look at both of his stints in the Police Academy. The first time was as a new recruit. The second time was as a mentor to the recruits. How…
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The Militarization of the Police
(This episode is a rebroadcast from June 2015) On June 13, 2015 an all out assault was launched against the headquarters of the Dallas Police Department. In this episode, I discuss that event and others similar to it in light of some of the recent concerns expressed about the police looking too...
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Training The Rookies
When a recruit graduates the academy, they come out with all kinds of head knowledge and physical training. However, there is a process for them to take what they've learned and apply it to real life and real calls on the street. Field Training Officers are the facilitators of this process. Keith...
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Cop Life: The Re-Launch!
Wow! It's been awhile. But Cop Life is back! The show went on a hiatus and I actually planned on ending it altogether. But, I really really wanted to bring it back so I’m going to fill you in on why we stopped putting out episodes and what you can expect moving forward. First of all…..I want to...
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Open Carry: Pro or Con
(This episode is a rebroadcast from June 2015) In Texas, Open Carry is a hot-button issue right now. In this episode, Keith dives in to the subject and gives his opinion of the practice. Also, we cover the infamous McKinney, Texas pool party incident that was caught on video and broadcast across...
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The Traffic Stop
(This episode is a re-broadcast from June 2105) You know that sinking feeling you get in your stomach when you see those red and blue lights flashing behind you???? Well, I still remember it as well. Believe it or not, I do sympathize and I'm not a big fan of writing tickets. Today, we are going…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This is the show documenting the hard hitting truth about life as a street cop on patrol. What types of calls are worked during the week? What are the stresses and frustrations of being a police officer in this current climate? What are the rewarding parts of the job? How do I balance work, home, and play? Keith dives into these topics and gives a behind the scenes, or better yet, a behind the badge perspective of a Cop Life.
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