Burnt Pork-The First Responder Podcast-Police/Fire/EMS/Dispatch

In this conversation, Chubbs and Heath Crossland (4Cite Partners) discuss their extensive experiences in law enforcement, touching on themes of toxic leadership, mental health, and the evolution of police training. Heath shares his journey from patrol officer to chief deputy, his mission to combat toxic leadership, and the importance of mental health awareness, particularly regarding PTSD. They reflect on the challenges faced by officers, the need for empathy in leadership, and the shift towards requiring degrees for promotions in law enforcement. The conversation emphasizes the importance of cross-training and understanding different roles within the police force, ultimately advocating for better support and training for officers.law enforcement, toxic leadership, mental health, PTSD, career development, retirement, police training, leadership, employee well-being, organizational psychology

Chubbs sits down with Vinnie Montez. Vinnie is a cop turned stand up comic. He has been featured on the Heroes Off Duty Comedy Tour and has two specials on Amazon Prime Video "Vinnie-isms The Story of the Comedian Cop" and "Armed and Hilarious".

John is a retired firefighter and also a retired NYPD Detective. He talks about the tragic day of 9/11, what's it's like to be a cop in New York and several other things that Chubbs is curious about.

Michael Sugrue, author of "Relentless Courage", joins Chubbs for in depth look into his new book. A great read for all first responders.

Chubbs sits down with a long time military buddy, Pete, to discuss a critical incident Pete was involved in while working as a Police Officer. Pete was shot by the suspect but stayed in the fight.

Chubbs sits down with an old buddy that used to work at the same department. The topics include the current state of Law Enforcement in the U.S. and how policing differs from Texas and Florida.

Chubbs sits down with Chief Repka from the Smithville Police Department in Texas for some insight on how command staff operates, or should operate.

Chubbs takes on the ICE Bounties and talks about modern day stolen valor within police departments....

Chubbs gives his take on the Chicago PD Chief refusing to help federal agents and a New Mexico cop being given a new trial after his manslaughter conviction.

Chubbs opens up about his thoughts on modern day policing and the issues all men and women in blue face.

Chubbs is back!!! Newly retired and ready to talk about anything! No restrictions, nothing off limits. Retirement=Freedom.This episode talks about Charlie Kirk and Gavin Newsome's new idiotic mask ban for law enforcement. #lawenforcement

Season 2!!! Great interview with Robby who has done a lot of research in the application and use of the neck restraint for police officers. Thought provoking for sure.

Chubbs and Smokey welcome everyone back to the show. The boys had to take a break for some life events but the show must go on. Who loves pepper spray??

The shenanigans are back! We talk to our Aussie brother Ibis, our EMT sister from PA and a bunch of other randomness from your boys Chubbs and Smokey.

Wow what a fun and meaningful one! Great listener interviews with Lena and Alowicious Hogwaller. Lena talks about personal experiences in her career as a police officer and the devastating effects it had on her mental health. Alowicious gives some insight to the world of the volunteer fire service and has a good time with the boys. #police #firefighter #dispatchers #mentalhealth #lawenforcement #thinblueline

A look back at some audio we never released until now. Some outtakes from Chubbs beautiful wife doing her voiceovers, talking about kangaroos, and other randomness. Enjoy and share!

Chubbs and Smokey talk about the latest school shooting in Nashville. Also the boys talk about dealing with the traffic control and the dangers all first responders face when out on the road. #firstresponders #mentalhealth #cops #firefighters

Chubs and Smokey talk about things that most people outside the world of first respondin' aren't aware of.  This one is a lot shorter than the last one so keep your yappers shut all you whiners.......

The first studio episode with Chubbs and Smokey.  They sit down and talk about how mental health affects the lives of first responders worldwide.  

So Smokey is working the firehouse during a big ice storm while Chubbs gets to sit back and relax in the studio while sipping his adult beverage.  Chubbs gives Smokey a call to see what's shakin' at the firehouse during the ice storm.