In this raw and insightful episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno sits down with Kory Flowers to discuss everything from life updates to the hidden flaws in law enforcement training. Kory opens up about the pressures of reputation and cliques within the force, and how often overlooked cultural issues impact the profession.

The conversation dives deep into the practical knowledge that’s missing from police training, why ego and a lack of self-reflection hold officers back, and how poor decision-making—particularly when it comes to alcohol—can derail careers. They also touch on the importance of physical fitness and how Kory developed his communication skills to become a more effective leader.

To wrap it up, Kory delivers rapid-fire advice for law enforcement officers looking to grow both personally and professionally. If you're ready for an unfiltered discussion about what’s really holding officers back, this episode is for you.

Timestamps:

00:00:00 :00 - 00:01:02 :06
Teaser

00:01:02 :06 - 00:05:20 :23
Intro

00:05:20 :23 - 00:07:30 :07
Life updates with Kory Flowers

00:07:30 :07 - 00:11:33 :06
Reputation & cliques

00:11:33 :06 - 00:23:04 :21
Practical knowledge missing from training

00:23:04 :21 - 00:26:15 :24
Culture

00:26:15 :24 - 00:31:13 :04
Ego & the lack of self reflection

00:31:13 :04 - 00:36:24 :08
Alcohol & poor decision making

00:36:24 :08 - 00:41:24 :13
Physical fitness

00:41:24 :13 - 00:43:30 :07
How Kory got his communication skills

00:43:30 :07 - 01:03:57 :15
Rapid fire advice

01:03:57 :15 - 01:04:52 :05
Outro