The Steve Warneke Show

PTSD, Cumulative Trauma, and Law Enforcement Distress Syndrome. How the job of police officer is creating a divide in America. Simulcast live on WFTL and Facebook! This is the final episode in our 4 part series on Policing in America. If you want to find out more or hear past episodes, head to www.stevewarneke.com

Part 3/4 of Policing in America - The Existing Systems of Policing and Oversight. Today, we talk about police use of force. Who examines it? Who reviews it? What oversight is in place? Hear chilling police audio of a shootout and a breakdown of the current levels of transparency. To hear more of the Policing in America episodes, order your book, or learn more about Steve and his work, head to www.stevewarneke.com

Who are our police? Come inside the station with me. This is part of an on-going series on Policing in America on 850 WFTL from an award-winning author, Emmy winning producer, and police expert.

We look at the George Floyd case, Justice, reform, and gives a perspective much of America is not talking about...all from a retired sergeant. How do we move forward? This is part one of a four-part series on policing in America.

LISTEN UP: If it sounds too good to be true... IT PROBABLY IS! Thank you for coming to my Ted Talk. To learn more about how NOT to be a victim of a scam and why you should always agree to services from a tree-trimming company in WRITING, listen here! Originally aired on AM850 WFTL February 1, 2020.

Today's guest is Officer Jeremy Scharlow - ret. who will tell us about the gunfight that left him physically and mentally wounded. Scharlow bravely shares his story and the aftermath from the moment bullets went flying to how he copes with it today.

Police suicides are skyrocketing. The media is talking about cumulative trauma. This is for the police, their families, and anyone else interested in the REAL job of law enforcement. Ending police suicide starts NOW!

Join us today for Steve's personal examples of Law Enforcement Distress Syndrome, the difference between LEDS and PTSD, and how you can help Steve in his research efforts to HELP our police officers work through the unseen tolls of the job.

What's up, everybody!? Happy 4th! Wanted to tell of some crazy fireworks stories (spoiler alert - someone gets shot in the balls) and thank everyone for their help with my law enforcement research on Law Enforcement Distress Syndrome! Be Safe today and enjoy the podcast!

Did you know that about 50% of police officers feel that they can't talk to their loved ones about the stresses and difficulties of the job? The job can be just too violent for them to share. There is a HIDDEN COST law enforcement pays with prolonged exposure to crime and violence. In an effort to raise awareness, Steve identifies what LEDS is, and asks about YOUR experiences with symptoms of this psychological toll.

Come support a Denver detective who alleges sexual harassment by her mayor. Wait till you hear the story broke by Denver's 7 News. Don't let him get away with it again! See what you think. Is an apology enough? Does your apology even count when you are caught red-handed? Is this acceptable behavior for those we trust with great power to represent us govern?

Are messages of lawlessness and indifference creating a violent culture? Tomorrow, Colorado buries its third deputy in twice as many weeks leaving people to ask, "WHAT IS GOING ON? HOW DO WE STOP THIS?" Steve's here with his theory that reveals what he believes is the reason we are seeing more and more violence and less respect for the law and its' enforcers...#LODD #EnoughIsEnough

Contagious Shooting. It's another buzzword phrase coined by the media in regards to this "news story" of a police shooting in Denver, Colorado. But is it even worth your attention? Steve explains the REAL story behind the media hype of the false narrative against police.

You're on high alert, talking to a hostile man with a gun in his hand. Minutes seem like hours. Suddenly his gun comes swinging up at you, and you fire before he can hurt you or anyone else.    Ever wonder how the officers involved in a critical incident feel after pulling the trigger? What their family and friends go through? How long the investigation continues afterward? Not only are you affected by the event, but also by what could've been, the aftermath and the recovery.    Tonight, I have special guests Dustin and his wife Jenna, who have offered to share their story of Dustin's officer-involved shooting that occurred during his time on the job with the Denver Police Department.

Have questions about use of force and deadly force used by police officers? Sit down with ret. police sergeant and author of From Boy To Blue, Steve Warneke, as he explains the main reasons for use of force, and the five levels of the Use of Force Continuum.

Steve Warneke, author of From Boy To Blue, rants this week about Police worn body cameras. They were supposed to be the answer to all our problems ... what are we finding out? The answers will surprise you.

Mass Shootings. Unfortunately they seem to be more and more common. Steve walks you through mentally preparing yourself and practicing 6 steps in order to protect yourself or a loved one during any life-threatening situation.

Special guest former police officer Dustin Duff talk with retired DPD sergeant Steve Warneke about the best and worst times on the job, the move towards reactive police work instead of proactive, and how it's affected their lives after leaving the force... You won't believe what you hear!

University of Miami. The South Beach shooting. Events like these have everyone talking about what they think use of force should be… is it justified? How severe should  it be? Well Steve is here to put an end to the debate, to tell you how department policy defines use of force that ultimately enFORCEs the laws we decided on! And how the police have a right to win the fight… No if's and's or buts about it.

Biggest Body Cam Study Exonerates Officers More Than It Incriminates Them! Why haven't we heard more about one of the most positive police stories this year? Steve discusses the study, the good, bad, and the ugly. What are your thoughts?

Discrimination. Bigotry. Prejudice.  How are we supposed to address racism, if everyone's too afraid to talk about it for fear of being called a racist? Is there any REAL evidence to support that the use of force in these instances of high profile police cases were actually "discrimination"? Or is it that you don't want to hear that race was a motivation?

Come meet the author and the important people in Steve's life and find out the inspiration behind his memoir. You'll hear Steve's beginning and why he's been so successful doing what he's doing.

Another police shooting ... This time after a cop was run over in South Beach Miami. Did the Miami officer who shot the reckless driver do the right thing? Steve breaks down department policy on shooting into cars, footage of the incident and more on The Steve Warneke Show.

There isn't anything we can't accomplish as a people. We've proven that with the amazing advances in modern technology, medicine, and so much more. Just how are we going to fix this mass shooting epidemic? What are you willing give up? Just what is the answer? Let's find out.

Do you know the FACTS? Following the days of protests after the acquittal of Officer Stockley from the murder of criminal drug dealer Smith, Steve Warneke is back to call out all the facts and details about the case that aren't on bumper stickers… 

FACTS! ALTERNATIVE FACTS! Everyone's got stats to support their cause, their theories on both sides of the chasm. BUT WHO DO YOU BELIEVE? Who CAN you believe? You're resident police expert Steve Warneke helps you sort out the "Statistics Nightmare".    Find out more by buying "From Boy To Blue: Becoming One of America's Finest" on Amazon or visit Steve at www.SteveWarneke.com!

Freedom of Speech IS your first amendment right. But whether you are a protester or counter protester, be prepared to face the CONSEQUENCES. So, what do you "stand" for? Find out more by buying the award winning "From Boy To Blue: Becoming One of America's Finest" on Amazon at http://amzn.to/2fBIkfO or visit Steve at www.SteveWarneke.com!

Most people seem to think that it's part of a police officer's job to endure taunting, heckling, screaming, and sometimes even physical harassment from citizens. Should that behavior be against the law? Or should cops just stand there and take it?  

It happens: We see someone on the news in a fight with police, getting hurt or killed, and we automatically think, "What if that were me?" But would YOU have even committed the crime that put you in that compromising position in the first place? Would you then escalate the situation by fighting the consequences? NEVER. Steve reminds listeners that as law-abiding citizens, you have nothing to fear... This Would Never Be You.

It's not what you think! #CopMode How do you turn it off? Balancing such a difficult, demanding and emotionally draining job with a life outside of work, doesn't come easily. Steve with special guest [title] Brandon share stories from their time on the job that have permanently changed the way they look at the world, and how their training prepares them to process a scene without emotion in order to get their job done.

We don't always recognize or appreciate that there is a good side of fear. From Boy To Blue: Becoming One of America's Finest author, Steve Warneke, discusses how fear can be beneficial to everyone from citizens, to cops, and to our country by making us safer!

DON'T BE THE VICTIM! As a former Identity Theft Detective, and a victim of identity theft himself, retired DPD Sergeant Steve walks you through how to avoid being susceptible, what the most common scams are, and what to do if someone does manages to steal your identity!

Another NYPD Officer has fallen. Specifically assassinated for her profession, which is to SERVE & PROTECT the citizens of her country. And yet the reaction from everyone from politicians, to the media is NOT the outrage you'd expect… Steve discusses the war on cops and how to bring the focus back to what matters…

Resident police expert Steve debunks common misconceptions of citizens believing officers are "above the law". He explains that with the power of enforcing the law, cops are allowed to break the rules, and for what reasons. I bet you'll be surprised to find out how many of the same things YOU the citizen can do also!

They can be gruff, paranoid, and they cut around the small talk. But Steve explains why even these reasons make cops the best kind of friend to have around! Not to mention, cops have the best stories! You'll never be bored...

Everyone's heard about the case in Minnesota where Officer Yanez has been acquitted from the charge of manslaughter against Mr. Philando Castile. Steve reminds us that there was a process behind this acquittal and it is ultimately THE PEOPLE who got to decide the officer's fate... Have faith in the system.

Why is there so much confusion about Stop and Frisk? What is it? What have the courts said about it? Why is it so controversial.  Author of From Boy To Blue, Steve Warneke, answers these questions and more in his latest podcast.