The Blue on Blue Podcast

STOP scrolling. EVERY. COP. should listen to this episode. We dive into the split-second world of an officer-involved shooting the adrenaline, the chaos, and the aftermath. From the freeze-frame moment to on scene, home, and official procedures, our guest shares raw, honest insights on what it takes to process, recover, and move forward.  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

This episode is leadership from the street to the top. We break down the climb through the ranks, what it really takes to become a chief, lessons learned under pressure, and the realities of leading both a department and a SWAT team. Real talk on culture, morale, decision-making and leadership when it counts.  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

The Blue on Blue Podcast crew sits down to break down and review their recent NEMRT training experience with Echelon Front. Echelon Front, the leadership consulting and training company founded by Jocko Willink  and Leif Babin. In this episode we dive into the core principles of extreme ownership, discuss how the course translates to real world leadership and analyze its direct application to law enforcement. Tune in for candid takeaways, practical lessons and an honest assessment of the course from a cop's perspective.  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

The boys sit down with a swat team sniper and talk all things SWAT and their side business hustle.  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

This week the boys interview "Wonder Woman" to capture an inside look on the female cop perspective in the predominantly male profession.  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

Join us this week as we speak with the owners of Direct Action Training Application Group (DATAG) and Breach Point Training Group about their training groups and their thoughts on training in the LE world.  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

The legendary "Ze German" joins us this episode to discuss him and Foto's experience in the Adaptive Leader NEMRT course. Stick around for the laughs and banter as well as the always highly anticipated bourbon review. All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

Join us as we speak with not only one but TWO dispatchers who work/have worked in large dispatch centers!  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens

Its been a long hiatus but the boys are back. Join us to see what has been happening and the what the future of the BOBCast is. All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

On this episode of the Blue on Blue Podcast we welcome a guest speaker who is a member of their specific department's Tactical Unit. Listen in on what it takes to get into the position, what it entails, and how to do it successfully! Do not skip the BOBCast bourbon review war story at the end, YOU will not want to miss this one. This week the boys review Larceny (Barrel Proof). All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

Yup, we did it. We talked about our feelings! In this episode the boys sit down with a guest speaker whose Police Department is taking progressive steps towards mental health and wellness on and off the street. On today's episode we will be talking about dealing with mental health from the professional street level to battling mental health off duty.   Stop being sucha tough guy, CALL: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255 Invisible Wounds Project: 855-435-7497 Copline: 800-267-5463 Operation Shattered Stars: 866-267-8489   All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

Just da boys this week. We sit down and recap our year of guests, challenges, lessons learned and discuss the future of the Blue on Blue Podcast. It's been an awesome year, thank you to all of our listeners! This episode we review Weller Special Reserve (Green Label). All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.    

After a short hiatus we are back with another episode. We speak with ND a corrections officer who works in a large correctional facility. ND educates us on the daily operations of corrections and what life looks like as a member of an emergency response team. Stick around and maybe you'll get to hear a poop story or two! This episode we review 1792 (Gray Label) (Aged twelve years). All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.  

On today's episode we are talking about being a COPDAD. Yes, a dad, who happens to be a cop. We hope this episode resonates with listeners who are thinking about having a child, currently trying to have a child and are presently mom and dads! Follow and listen to our guy on Instagram, Youtube, Facebook @donut_dads / The Donut Dads Podcast. This week we are reviewing a CLASSIC, Donuts from the infamous Dunkin Donuts! All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.  

THUNDERCAT joins the boys this week to talk about a relevant hot topic in the law enforcement world today: "IS THE GRASS TRULY GREENER ON THE OTHER SIDE?". THUNDERCAT recently made the big jump from local to local municipality as a certified police officer and has had a hands on experience with the process. Today he shares his thoughts and insights with us! This episode we review Willett Straight Rye Whiskey Small Batch (Green Label). All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

After a short hiatus we are back with another book review. This episode we review The Courageous Police Leader by Travis Yates. This book explores 10 characteristics of cowardly police leaders identified by Travis Yates as well as the top 10 characteristics of courageous leaders. Travis Yates walks readers through on how to identify cowardly leadership and how to combat the lies and chaos that inevitably ensue. This episode we enjoy a very well crafted bourbon, Rio Brazos Distillery Single Barrel Texas Bourbon Whiskey.  All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

Officer German joins us this week to talk about health and fitness in the law enforcement profession. Ze German has lived a life full of fitness and health, from his high schools sports career to competing in various power lifting competitions to maintaining a healthy lifestyle while policing. Topics discussed are supplements, lifting myths, lessons learned and most important, accountability. The drink of choice this week is Rule One Orange Dreamsicle Whey Protein! All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

Officer K9 joins us this week to talk about what it takes to be a K9 officer, the challenges to overcome and his success in the K9 program. Officer K9 is soon to be leaving the law enforcement profession after 20+ years of service, 10+ years as a K9 officer. Officer K9 tells us about his vision for retirement and how he reached the light at the end of the tunnel. The drink of choice this week is Grape Pedialyte and Arizona Iced Tea! All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

Officer Slumdog joins us this week to talk about his beginnings as a Police Officer and his entrepreneurial success while juggling his police career, family life and day to day operations of a business. The drink of choice this week is Basil Hayden Toast Bourbon. Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Youtube at BlueonBlue_Podcast! All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.

The second guest on the Blue on Blue Podcast joins us, Officer DBag! DBag joins us to talk about his journey from college to local policing to federal policing. The drink of choice this week is Colonel Taylor Small Batch Bourbon. Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Youtube at BlueonBlue _Podcast! All topics, issues and stories expressed on the Blue on Blue Podcast are in fact based on real life events and experiences. The locations, specific names and identities will not be revealed for privacy concerns. The Blue on Blue Podcast does not have any affiliation to any police department or law enforcement entity nor do we represent any law enforcement entity in any way. These are our personal opinions and expressions broadcasted as private citizens.