Denny and Al have some fun closing out the season with former guests Greg and Kari. Al tries a Truly beverage, Kari gives an update on a non-profit organization she has co-founded, and Greg gives some updates on his law enforcement wellness ini

S3, Episode 11, You have too many web browsers open

16 days ago 1h 21m

Licensed therapist Beth Salmo joins Badge to the Bone for some great conversation on mental health services for first responders and military and what has driven her to focus on being a provider for both. Beth also discusses some of the challen

S3, Episode 10, Self Destruction

29 days ago 1h 17m

Denny talks with AL about the history that brought upon the creation of Badge to the Bone Podcast. Denny and Al have a long overdue and real conversation about Denny's struggles that led to bad decisions, suicidal thoughts, and a near self-dest

S3, Episode 9, The Brews Brothers

May 15th, 2024 1h 41m

A local officer Will joins Badge to the Bone on location and talks about his experiences and the negative impacts that followed. Will provides encouragement with his resilience and his proactive efforts to help other first responders and milita

Bonus

S3, Special Edition, Mount St. Mary's University Visit

May 2nd, 2024 1h 23m

Badge to the Bone travels to Mount Saint Mary's University in Maryland to speak with students in the criminal justice program. Denny and Al give their "It's Time We Talk," presentation to several of the classes and record a question-and-answer

S3, Episode 8, Go Out in Style

Apr 29th, 2024 59m 15s

Former Tacoma, WA police officer Rob Hollingsworth discusses a shameful and malicious prosecution of two Tacoma officers driven by political expediency that prompted his transition out of law enforcement. Rob also discusses much needed support

S3, Episode 7, Start the Conversation

Apr 15th, 2024 1h 19m

Danny Coon, retired Sergeant from Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office and author joins Badge to the Bone to talk about his efforts on bringing the conversation on LE suicide to the forefront. After 30-years of service Danny has been inspired to

S3, Episode 6, Stay In the Fight, Lt. Col. Grossman

Apr 1st, 2024 1h 6m

Award winning author and trainer, Lt. Col. Grossman comes back to talk with Denny and Al about one of his most current books, On Hunting. As always, Lt. Col. Grossman brings another stirring and uplifting conversation that will resonate with al

S3, Episode 5, Inspiration or Desperation

Mar 18th, 2024 1h 27m

Finally! Dr. Greenberg makes an appearance on Badge to the Bone. Doc Greenberg is not only a well-known and highly regarded Police Psychologist in our area, but he actually completed the full police academy and serves as a reserve Deputy. A gre

S3, Episode 4, The First, First Responders

Mar 4th, 2024 1h 5m

Deborah Green joins Badge to the Bone to talk about her 30-years experience as an emergency communications dispatcher in California. Her powerful and emotional story describes how she has been inspired to become a strong vocal mental health adv

Bonus

Radio Interview WRVA

Feb 26th, 2024 19m 27s

Here's a short bonus recording. Denny and Al appeared on talk radio WRVA in Richmond, VA. Their season 3 opening guest Jeff Katz invited Badge to the Bone on The Jeff Katz Show to help promote the podcast. Jeff Katz is an incredible supporter a

S3, Episode 3, That's a Wrap

Feb 19th, 2024 1h 26m

Retired Police Chief Terry Nichols joins Badge to the Bone to discuss policing and the challenges impacting the profession. Terry also talks about his new venture with BolaWrap and how this new technology can help reduce use of force incidents

S3, Episode 2, Epic Failure in Leadership.

Feb 5th, 2024 1h 17m

Denny and Al discuss the recently released DOJ report on the Uvalde, TX active shooter response. They highlight the many failures in the Police response and tremendous lack of leadership. A tragic incident that cost many lives and put another b

S3, Episode 1, From LEO to Radio with a sidebar of Wrestling

Jan 29th, 2024 2h 4m

Denny and Al sit down with local radio personality Jeff Katz from the Jeff Katz Show on WRVA in Virginia. Jeff talks gives an incredibly entertaining story on how he started as a police officer with the Philadelphia Police Department then movin

S2, Episode 14, Recap Gone Off the Rails, and the salted caramel is.......

Dec 18th, 2023 1h 18m

For a final season 2 episode, Denny and Al have Thor and Rick come back for some entertaining and colorful banter. They recap season 2, talk about what's next for Badge to the Bone, and just have some good fun closing out the season. From the B

S2, Episode 13, There's a Ripple Effect and We're Seeing It

Dec 4th, 2023 1h 22m

Rich Goszka with the Southern States Police Benevolent Association discusses with Badge to the Bone the critical state of the Law Enforcement profession today. Rich also talks about his role with the PBA and how the PBA supports our Law Enforce

S2, Episode 12, If Today Is A Good Day To Die, Then So Is Tomorrow

Nov 19th, 2023 1h 16m

Matt Griffin, best selling author of Journey to Midnight talks with Badge to the Bone about his LE career and discusses some incredibly difficult experiences that had a serious impact on his mental wellness. Just when he thought he was at the e

S2, Episode 11, Cats and Dogs Living Together, Mass Hysteria!

Nov 6th, 2023 1h

In the spirit of Halloween, Denny and Al speak with Paul Hope, author of Policing the Paranormal. There are so many experiences during a law enforcement career, but there are some that just can't be explained. Paul discusses several incidents d

S2, Episode 10, The Great Meat Chase

Oct 25th, 2023 57m 19s

Badge to the Bone partakes in a fun conversation with retired POlice Sergeant and author Glenn Topping about his eclectic job experience and his LE career. Glenn is a retired Sergeant from the Broward County Sheriff's Office in Florida. He has

S2, Episode 9, Need a Reboot?

Oct 16th, 2023 1h 15m

Ryan and Scott talk about a fantastic program available for first responders and other professions dealing with trauma and PTSD. ReBoot is a cutting edge peer led program that helps in dealing with PTSD, trauma, and metal wellness issues. Ryan

S2, Episode 8, Time to Smash the Stigma

Oct 9th, 2023 1h 1m

Sergeant Michael Sugrue, author of the best selling book, Relentless Courage comes on Badge to the Bone. Michael talks with Denny and Al about his background, his drive to smash the stigma surrounding mental health in first responders, and how

S2 Episode 7, Where's the Chief's?

Oct 2nd, 2023 1h 24m

Denny and Al speak with Police Chief Handley about leadership within law enforcement. A great discussion on where law enforcement executives are failing the profession, the negative impact it carries, and how it should be addressed. Chief Handl

Episode 6, Toxic Bosses, and Yep, You Have Them.

Sep 25th, 2023 59m 38s

Former Police Captain Steve Neal and author of Toxic Boss Blues joins Badge to the Bone for some great discussion on toxic bosses within public safety. Badge to the Bone asks the tough questions of how we got here and how do we make a change. M

S2, Episode 5, Jeepers! it's Back the Blue

Sep 18th, 2023 56m 20s

Denny and Al discuss their trip to Dover, DE for the Jeepers Back the Blue event at the Dover Motor Speedway. They play some onsite interviews with Jim from Warrior Weekend and Mike from Veterans United. These are great people representing some

S2, Episode 4, Mental Wellness Integration You Say?

Sep 11th, 2023 57m 56s

Greg Podolak comes on Badge to the Bone and discusses his efforts to improve mental wellness within first responder agencies. He presents his idea with a program of integrating mental health professionals into the every day operations of law en