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Free Field Training

by Tommy Mottl

When it comes to Security and Law Enforcement Procedures, there’s no such thing as too much information. It doesn’t always come fast, but it’s ALWAYS FREE! Join veteran Police Officer Tommy Mottl and learn more about vital building blocks when it comes to security and law enforcement.

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Episodes

  1. Code of Silence (1985) – A Perspective Review

    Network Boss Note: The End of an Era: Who'd have thought that we'd only have ever formally reviewed ONE Chuck Norris-based tale at The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network across 20+ years of content? The bottom line is that Chuck didn't die - Death ran from him and well - we needed a Good Guy to take…

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  2. Tickets To Your Favorite Gun Show: The 686 from Smith & Wesson

    it seems like a lifetime ago, that my Pop was telling me about this "dude on YouTube, a cop, that was talking about" cool things that he knew I would be passionate about. You guessed it: NOTETAKING. But that's not important right now. What IS important is that it's time to talk to Officer Tommy -...

  3. The Fugitive (1993) – A Perspective Review

    A man - a famous one, a surgeon that’s murdered his wife - on the run. The city of Chicago. Law Enforcement on his heels for 2 hours and 10 minutes - non-stop. 1993’s “The Fugitive” starring Harrison Ford was one of the most popular movies that year and continues to satisfy to this day. But…

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  4. Stupid Things Old Cops Told Me

    One of the best instructors a cop can have, is history. The stories, guidance and perspective it provides helps to hone the craft of today's law enforcement professionals -- most of the time. It's time to take a look back at real-life things that were shared with Officer Tommy, as he shares…

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  5. Hang ‘Em High (1968) – A Perspective Review

    In 1968, an already 38-year-old Clint Eastwood was made a producer of a movie that was going to be the "bridge" back to the states when it came to the Spaghetti Westerns and Hollywood's at-all interest in the modern Western Feature film. A number of years later, a young 8 year old Canadian kid...

  6. Are Security Guards Doing Too Much?

    Personnel in the Security industry can always learn something new when it comes to interacting and working with members of the local police department when they arrive on-scene. You might think that the details are obvious but there's a lot more to making the experience beneficial for all. Check...

  7. Live Q&A: Now Is the Perfect Time to Become a Cop in the US

    While most modern-day newsfeeds would have you thinking that now wouldn't be the best time to become a police officer in the US - well - it IS. Now is the time to vault over many of the pre-existing hurdles to allow you to become a law enforcement officer in many police departments. Qualified...

  8. A Cop’s First Time…

    In police work we say there are some things you will see that you just can't unsee. Things that will change you, profoundly impact you, and the way you look at the world. Sometimes for the better, but often for the worse. I've seen many things over the years that I just can't unsee. But, nothing...

  9. Stress: Passing The POLICE Oral Board

    Testing. It's something that not everyone does well. When you consider that the people that are testing you are in charge of people that will be instituting the fundamentals of law enforcement to YOU, as you attempt to enter a truly special circle of responsibility - the stress compiles fast.…

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  10. How to Spot Police Impersonators (and What to Do…)

    There are few things more aggravating for those in security in law enforcement than those who take time to fake that they are one. The responsibility imparted to those in security and law enforcement isn't just "given" - it's earned. Check out what Officer Tommy provides you in identifying and…

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  11. Parking Tickets – How They REALLY Work…

    We've all gotten'em. We've all paid the fines associated with 'em - well, almost everyone. Are you curious about Parking Tickets? Wonder if the system is rigged against you or against those who are "poor?" Think there's a time a time of the month that they're issued more liberally? There's only…

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  12. Thieves in Law Enforcement – But Not the Ones You’re Thinking of…

    Being a new member of any law enforcement is already filled with perils of all kinds. Who'd have thought that you'd have to anticipate raising the shields from those around you? There are MANY reasons to be careful when it comes to thieves that get dollars in their eyes when they know someone…

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  13. Why Cops Use .40

    The debate is a regular one, but the details, numbers and statistics make the choice clear. Be sure to listen to this episode of The Free Field Training Podcast to learn why "Cops Use .40..." The Free Field Training Podcast Links Bar: Subscribe via iTunes | Subscribe via RSS Feed | Facebook Page…

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  14. Public Safety Representatives Unloading Guns…

    While you may think that unloading a gun (whether it be a revolver or semi-automatic variety, etc) is "easy" the fact is that you will eventually meet someone inside of the Public Safety Personnel crowd that do not know how to accomplish this. Check out some great tips, tricks and details on how…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

When it comes to Security and Law Enforcement Procedures, there’s no such thing as too much information. It doesn’t always come fast, but it’s ALWAYS FREE! Join veteran Police Officer Tommy Mottl and learn more about vital building blocks when it comes to security and law enforcement.

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When it comes to Security and Law Enforcement Procedures, there’s no such thing as too much information. It doesn’t always come fast, but it’s ALWAYS FREE! Join veteran Police Officer Tommy Mottl and learn more about vital building blocks when it comes to security and law enforcement.

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