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Talking with my brother Jeff.

Monday on Police Pod Talk hear the first of a three part conversation with my brother, Jeff, out of Michigan. Jeff and I will discuss our lives growing up in an all black neighborhood and then moving out into the suburbs into an all white neighborhood where a petition was started to have our family removed,  what it was like riding the bus to and from school and the impact it had on our lives to this day. We will also talk about what we learned from our parents and what we see going on with the issues all of us are struggling with at this time. 

Rob Snyder's YouTube Video

Tuesday on Police Pod Talk former Police Officer Rob Snyder talks about his YouTube video titled “To my Brothers & Sisters in the Thin Blue Line.” Rob explains his reasons for doing the video and why he feels Law Enforcement is under attack and by whom. Rob will also discuss why at this time there is a true threat towards anyone who shows support to the men and women in blue. Rob also shares his feelings towards Protesters and BLM members and what is needed to make things better.

Domestic Violence Update

During this pandemic and time of being quarantined with your family there comes a point where we can all start to get on each others nerves.  Before you know it things are said, words are exchanged and in some cases violence occurs with injuries and then someone is arrested. Cathy Maggart, the Domestic Violence Coordinator with the Allen County Prosecutor's Office, discusses the recent uptick in cases and arrests at this time.  Cathy will discuss different resources that are available while being isolated.  Tune in Monday to Police Pod Talk to hear more from Cathy on Domestic Violence.

A Conversation with Q

Monday on Police Pod Talk you will hear from a young man who talks about his life growing up with friends who were black, white, wore the Gothic style clothing, hip hop style clothing and some were, what most people refer to as nerds.  He will also explain why he feels he had an advantage of understanding both the black and the white race. He will share how he felt during and after the George Floyd incident and who helped him through it and why some of the activities that he always enjoyed doing prior to the incident now causes him fear and hesitation. He shares his unique solution on how we can all come together to heal as a community and as a nation.

Two retired Cops just talking

Monday on Police Pod Talk hear a conversation with two retired Police Officers as they discuss the issue of defunding Police Departments and whether it is a good or bad thing.  Also hear the discussion about the decision of a Sheriff in Florida banning his Officers from wearing face masks during this pandemic.  You decide if money needs to be taken from Police Departments and if it is worth the risk to not wear a face mask.

Madison EMT

Monday on Police Pod Talk we show our appreciation to the essential workers on the Front Lines during this pandemic. You will hear a conversation with EMT Madison as she describes a day in the life of an EMT and their partner as they continue to assist victims knowing there is a potential they could contract the virus. Madison talks about how she deals with the stress of the virus, helping her children with homework, working third shift and studying to become a paramedic. Madison will also provide all of us with tips on staying safe and healthy. 

Mallorie Schon

Monday on Police Pod Talk we continue our appreciation for our essential workers on the front lines of this pandemic with a conversation with Health Care Provider and Program Director for a Long-Term Care Nursing Facility, Mallorie Schon. Mallorie will take us through the days prior to the pandemic, some of the confusion during and all of the precautions that were put in place to protect our senior citizens. Mallorie will also explain how their staff has kept everyone safe and virus free. 

Nurse Jenni on the Front Lines

Monday on Police Pod Talk we continue showing our appreciation to our essential workers with a conversation with Nurse Jenni. Jenni is still on the front lines during this pandemic protecting our veterans who have protected all of us. Jenni will talk about the ways she is keeping herself, her family and the veterans safe from the spread of this virus. Jenni will also share her opinion on if and when kids should go back to school along with helpful tips to keep all of us safe.  

Nurse Heather Wood

Monday on Police Pod Talk we show our appreciation to the essential workers still on the front lines during this pandemic with a conversation with Nurse Heather Wood. Heather will talk about her life as a wife, mother and nurse during this difficult time and the new changes she and her family now deal with while having a loved one in the fight. Heather will talk about her concerns, fears, stress level and what we all can do to help slow the spread of this virus.  

Critical Incident Stress Management

Monday on Police Pod Talk, Retired Police Detective Matt Lewis will discuss his 25 years of service that has led him to be part of a special group of individuals that care for First Responders who have been involved in critical incidents.  Matt will share his knowledge of Hostage Negotiation and Mentoring skills that led him to what he truly believes is his passion for helping others.