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Operational Reset Podcast

by Joe Swanson

Real conversations on proactive police wellness, tactical resilience, and staying sharp on shift. Built for law enforcement officers who want to manage stress-load in real time, train their nervous system, prevent burnout, and perform at the highest level on the job and at home using the Operational Reset Stack.

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Episodes

  1. Know Fear: Why Fear Controls Your Performance | Tony Blauer | ORP Ep. 014

    Fear changes how you think, move, and perform—especially when the pressure is real. In this episode of the Operational Reset Podcast, Joe sits down with legendary self-defense and fear-management pioneer Tony Blauer, creator of the SPEAR System. They get into fear’s impact on performance, why...

  2. ORP ep. 013 | Jiu Jitsu, A cops best weapon. with Guest: Tommy Carchidi

    Welcome back to another episode where we talk to former police officer Tommy Carchidi. Tommy is a black belt in jiu jitsu, author, cancer survivor and more! Enjoy the show and share with a friend. @joeswansontactical ORSM the stack based performance system for you to access your full potential in...

  3. ORP ep. 012 | Bio-Hacking Your Leadership with Guest: Rich Lohman

    In this conversation with business coach Rich Lohman we talk about the importance of curiosity and frameworks in personal development. We dive into how one can find the gaps in their development and replace the gaps with clarity and direction. Joe also shares how to bio hack your performance in…

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  4. ORP ep. 011 | The Convenience Trap and ORSM™. Guest: Dr. Rob Carter

    This episode of the show dives into the stress response and how to use ORSM to interrupt it and gain access to peak performance. Dr. Carter also shares about his new book 'The Convenience Trap' being release this November. https://theconveniencetrap.com/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ If this episode...

  5. Police Ownership & Access to Skill. Guest: Anthony @Anthony_heroicindustries | ORP ep. 010

    Great conversation with active police officer Anthony from Heroic Industries about the current state of policing. The stoic mindset that gets him through, how to gamify workouts, and much more. This episode is about is about recognizing what is happening beneath the surface and finding a way...

  6. Highway Patrol Officer to Voice Actor. Guest: Eric Priessman | ORP ep. 009

    Eric Priessman went from a 20 year career as a CHP officer in California to a successful voice actor. He has consistently stayed busy voicing books including longer multi book series. Super fun conversation about what hard work, consistency, and systems will get you....

  7. When the blue line frays. Guest: Rusty Myers | ORP 008 - PART 2

    Arthur "Rusty" Myers III has spent more than 30 years in law enforcement as an officer, investigator, trainer, and executive leader. But this conversation isn't just about leadership. It's about what happens when everything you've built is suddenly on the line. In this episode, Rusty shares the...

  8. When the blue line frays. Guest: Rusty Myers | ORP 008 - PART 1

    Arthur "Rusty" Myers III has spent more than 30 years in law enforcement as an officer, investigator, trainer, and executive leader. But this conversation isn't just about leadership. It's about what happens when everything you've built is suddenly on the line. In this episode, Rusty shares the...

  9. COP GRIT, the power in optimized daily habits. Guest: Patrick Flannelly | ORP 007

    Myself and former Police Chief and still fitness fanatic talk about policing, crossfit, physical and mental regulation in this episode of the podcast. It was an eye opening conversation about what first responders can do to take care of themselves. Patrick dove into his own journey with staying...

  10. Day Trading Into Retirement. One Cops Journey - Guest: Sheperd Medrano | ORP Ep. 006

    In this episode of the Operational Reset Podcast, Joe talks with Central Texas law enforcement officer Shepherd Medrano about policing, corrections, emotional control, day trading, financial stress, and building a life beyond the badge. Shepherd shares how his background in corrections shaped his...

  11. Rise to the occasion! Real World Police leadership. - Guest: Michael McIntosh | ORP Ep. 005

    I spoke with Douglas County Division Chief Michael McIntosh about his rise to the top law enforcement spot in Adams County, Colorado. He speaks about handling ordinance on an aircraft carrier in the Navy learning his first lessons about the impact good and bad leadership can have on a team. To...

  12. What Real Police Wellness Actually Looks Like. - Guest: Katie Carlson | ORP Ep. 004

    Katie Carlson is one of the most direct and influential voices in law enforcement wellness today. As the Director of Wellness Initiatives for the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, she is building a culture where resilience, mental health, and performance are part of the job, not something addressed...

  13. Breaking Concepts and Creating Impact - Guest: Ryan Stonebraker | ORP 003

    Ryan 'Stoney' Stonebraker was all about breaking concepts... Definately pun intended here in the title. From Physical methods of arrest to keep officers more safe, to hanging out in tattoo shops and having visible tattoos, to leadership qualities that inspired his people, to now working with...

  14. The 4 Seconds That Changed Everything - Guest: Jay ‘Packy’ Dempsey | ORP Ep. 002

    Jay “Packy” Dempsey is a 25-year law enforcement veteran, SWAT commander, and K-9 handler whose career was defined by high-risk investigations, elite training, and real-world violence. In this episode, he breaks down the moment everything changed, a shooting that unfolded in just four seconds…

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  15. When the Job Finally Catches Up to You - Guest: Orion 'Bad Karma' Mata | ORP Ep. 001

    In this episode, we sit down with, Orion 'Bad Karma' Mata. A veteran law enforcement officer and detective with a deep background in tactical operations, federal task force work, and high level investigations. He shares the reality behind the job, from elite performance and career success to the...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Real conversations on proactive police wellness, tactical resilience, and staying sharp on shift. Built for law enforcement officers who want to manage stress-load in real time, train their nervous system, prevent burnout, and perform at the highest level on the job and at home using the Operational Reset Stack.

HOSTED BY

Joe Swanson

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Real conversations on proactive police wellness, tactical resilience, and staying sharp on shift. Built for law enforcement officers who want to manage stress-load in real time, train their nervous system, prevent burnout, and perform at the highest level on the job and at home using the...

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Operational Reset Podcast is created and hosted by Joe Swanson.
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