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Man shot by police in Chicago subway.

On Monday hear the Police Pod Talk Crew talk about the Chicago Police Officers working on the CTA system (Chicago Transit Authority) attempting to arrest a gentleman and during the struggle pepper spray was used along with a taser before shots were fired hitting the suspect twice. After hearing the full story you decide, was it justified or excessive force. In the "What were you Thinking Man" segment hear what happened when several Officers from the Bridgeport Conn. Police Department came across a vehicle that was on it's side and on fire.     

Teachers carrying handguns in school.

Monday on Police Pod Talk hear a conversation with four Professional Educators out of Indianapolis, Indiana as they discuss the hot topic of "Should Teachers carry handguns in the class rooms?" You decide what should be the teacher's responsibility, how far should they be required to go to protect your children.  

Church Security with Mitch McKinney

Monday on Police Pod Talk the Crew talks with Fort Wayne Police Captain Mitch McKinney about his career on the department from Patrolman to Sergeant then up to Captain. Also Capt. McKinney will discuss a program he and several Church Leaders have been working on to improve relationships and decrease violence in gathering sites. Hear Capt. McKinney talk about communication and awareness tips to decrease violence in churches and other large gathering sites in light of recent attacks on such places across the country.    

School Resource Officer in New Port Richey, Fla. threatening to shoot a student.

Monday on Police Pod Talk hear the Crew talk about a school Resource Officer who threatened to shoot a student and why. You decide if the Officer went too far or if the student was out of line for his response to the officer. In the "What were you Thinking Man?" segment hear how a traffic stop in Santa Rosa County, Florida turned into a drug bust all because of the labeling of a bag. 

Sound Bites for upcoming Special Segment on Teachers Carrying Handguns in School - March 23, 2020

Check out Police Pod Talk and hear the sound bites for an upcoming Special Show covering the question, should Teachers carry handguns in the class rooms? On Monday March 23, 2020 only on Police Pod Talk!! 

Baltimore Police "Eye in the Sky" surveillance.

Monday on Police Pod Talk the Crew will talk about Baltimore City Police Department's "Eye in the Sky" surveillance program and how it works. You decide, is it good, is it bad or is it another slippery slope just waiting for something to go wrong. Hear what the Police Commissioner and the American Civil Liberties Union of Maryland has to say. In the "What were you Thinking Man?" segment hear a Great story out of Tallahassee, Florida about a Trooper who just happened to be in the right place at the right time and how his sharp eyes helped save a 3-year old child.  

Chicago Police Officer body-slammed a man for spitting on him.

Monday on Police Pod Talk the Crew will discuss a story out of Chicago where an Officer used a mixed martial arts move to body-slam a man to the ground after the officer was spit upon. You decide if the Officer was out of line or if the spitter got what he deserved. In the "What were you Thinking Man?" segment hear a story about a Waynesboro, Georgia Police Officer who happened to be in the right Dollar General parking lot at the right time.      

Colorado Officer found drunk in his patrol car

Monday on Police Pod Talk hear the Crew talk about what happened to a Colorado Police Officer who was found passed out drunk in his patrol car. Then hear the reaction of the District Attorney after the decision was made on what to do with the officer. In the "What were you Thinking Man?" segment hear what happens to you if you are popping a "wheelie" on your bike through the intersection in Orlando Florida and then trying to get away from the Police.  

Affirmative Action

Monday on Police Pod Talk, have you ever wondered why you or someone you know didn't get into the Police Academy or get hired for that dream job then hear "Affirmative Action" may have played a role in the decision? Well before you start yelling about how unfair it was take a listen to an expert and consultant who specializes in helping companies build the ideal, balanced workforce using Affirmative Action. You will hear what Affirmative Action is and what it is not and then you decide if it is still needed. You will also hear what you can do for yourself to land that dream job next time.    

Enfield Police pursuit that ends in a crash killing the suspect.

Monday on Police Pod Talk the Crew will talk about when the Enfield Connecticut Police were involved in a vehicle pursuit that ended in tragedy for the suspect and an innocent bystander. You decide if officers should start a vehicle pursuit, who should call off the pursuit and is it worth the risk. On the "What were you Thinking Man?" segment, hear why a Boston Police Officer had to mail a ticket to an individual who was involved in a road-rage incident and in the long run who really paid.