Advertise on podcast: Blue Grit Radio: the Police Performance Podcast: Mindset, Wellness, Leadership

Many of you may have heard of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey.  I heard about it for years, and finally dove into it.  Not only did I find it impactfully relevant for high-performance, but specific takeaways from how we may approach a first responder and police career - along with our live dynamics out uniform. I share and break down the 7 Habits as described by Covey, along with my additional insights and some other key concepts explored by the book. One part book-review, other parts analysis and discernment, tune in to learn how you can up-level your own life with these key concepts. Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

Effective leadership isn’t about one thing or the other; it’s about applying a multitude of skills, capacities, intentions and holding tension between them. In this episode I’m joined by two leaders who carry authenticity and astute operational insights.  Sgt. Siobhan McTighe and Police Services Manager Chela Cottrell help discuss leading with people in mind, sharing and curating meaningful vision and impact, The Curve and the power of connecting with inspirational colleagues and peers. - Siobhan McTighe is the first female sergeant at Windsor Police Department in Colorado. She has over 18 years of police experience and spent 12 of those years working for the Crimes Against Persons Unit for Fort Collins Police Department. She is the proud mother of 2 boys, and a wellness advocate and speaker for First Responders. You can find her on LinkedIn. - Chela Cottrell is a 22-year law enforcement veteran. She is currently serving as the Police Services Manager of the Communications center and Operations division in the Citrus Heights Police Department. Recognized as a dispatch subject matter expert, PSM Cottrell has contributed to state-level curriculum and legislative development that enhances the professionalism of California law enforcement personnel and practices.  Her work can be found on various publications, and she may be reached via Linked-In at www.linkedin.com/in/chela-cottrell Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

The faster the world moves, the quicker we need to move with it… and that’s only feasible with emerging, effective technology.  Information is power… but only if we can actually compile, analyze, and apply it.   This is where information becomes actionable intelligence.  In this episode, I’m joined by Joel Ste. Marie and Paul Bailey with SoundThinking.  They help discuss how CrimeTracer helps agencies access and process data and dynamic updates from regional reports and bulletins.   This leads to more effective teams: from patrol officers with officer safety, to investigations and analysts connecting dots and developing cases.   - CrimeTracer® Gen3 is an agency-wide intelligence platform that helps law enforcement turn fragmented information into actionable leads. It brings key data sources into a single CJIS-compliant environment—including CAD/RMS, agency and partner records, and public records—so teams can quickly connect people, vehicles, locations, and incidents without switching between systems. The result is a clearer, shared view of what’s happening across the community. Gen3 also includes AI-powered tools that make daily work for patrol, investigators, analysts, and command staff more efficient. A voice-enabled chatbot lets officers search in plain language and refine questions on the fly, while AI summaries pull key facts from long narratives in seconds. Case folders keep related searches, summaries, and insights organized in one place, and dashboards support different roles—patrol gets shift-to-shift visibility, while analysts and command staff can track crime and intelligence trends. Together, CrimeTracer Gen3 helps agencies move from information overload to coordinated action with faster decisions, stronger leads, and improved situational awareness. Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

In this cross-platform episode, Sgt. Nathan Romas (The Quiet Professional podcast) and I reconnect once again in this - on police leadership today.  We discuss some of the challenges and dynamics of learning a new leadership role, grappling with "I don't know" and how to manage that tension. Nathan asks about the state of things with Blue Grit, which brings us right to into ways to think about routine, wellness, learning and development.  We talk about personal growth, career development, leadership progression and mentoring - in the job and with reflections of our social media and platform presence.   Finally, we talk about the critical dynamics of what we can control and influence; this is one that should get everyone's brains going in constructive directions!  Be sure to find Nathan on LinkedIn and at @tqp780 as well as his show on your favorite podcast platform. Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

In this special edition episode we discuss trends, challenges, and dynamics that our first responder professions are facing. Jon Vargas, active firefighter and host of the Grab Lives podcast, and I compare and contrast the pressures we are seeing in real-time and how they have evolved in our careers. We discuss how the challenges and lessons learned shaped our resolve and approaches, not just to the career but specific health and mental well-being practices and mindset shifts.  Jon shares much about his journey and insight through struggle and his learnings and reflections in consciousness as it related to everything.   If you want to do a deep dive into the mental, emotional, social, and spiritual facets - this is one you will not want to miss. Jon and his insights left me with many questions and quests to explore and research, and I'm very much looking forward to tackling more topics with him in the future. You can find him and his content at https://grablives.castos.com/ on IG and YouTube. Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

We often talk about health and wellness and peak performance, but in those conversations, our brain health and optimization is often an afterthought. In this episode, Dr. Harp and I discuss this potential, I review some stand-out lessons from his book, and he details unique tips and strategies to prime and elevate our brain performance- thus our stress-reduction and a host of other benefits! -- Dr. Oscar J. Harp III is the founder and CEO of Brain Enhancement (BE) Mindful Therapy LLC. He is a licensed clinical psychologist and retired public-school psychologist in the District of Columbia. He has worked as a clinical psychologist with addictions, mood and anxiety disorders, and behavioral stress reduction at both outpatient and inpatient Military Treatment Facilities.  In 2025, Brain Enhancement (BE) Mindful Therapy earned the Nonfiction Silver Book Award in the category of Mental Health from the Nonfiction Authors Association and won the International Impact Book Award in two categories: Self-Help-Personal Development, and Alternative Medicine-Mind Body Medicine (Meditation, Yoga, Breathwork). In 2022, Dr. Harp received the Legacy Award for outstanding service in Clinical Psychology and Black Psychology from the Howard University Psychology Department and the D.C. Chapter of  the Association of Black Psychologists. https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Enhancement-Mindful-Therapy-possibilities/dp/B0DY5R4RNS Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

Cynicism is a slippery, tricky beast.  It sneaks in and suffocates our resolve, our purpose, our WHY.  When cops are complaining, we are playing the victim.  We feel like a meaningless cog, because the difference we can make isn't so easy to be seen. A key to effectiveness is ensuring we remember the real victims- those calling 911 for help and those who are too afraid to do so.  Joining me in this episode is Raven Buckingham Aae, wilderness lover, mountain climber, bear hunter, stalking survivor, partner of police and public safety, and champion for protecting those who cannot protect themselves.   Raven shares her story, resolve, and I am honored to help share it in an attempt to help us all remember who we are doing this job for- and to not forget how critical it is.  Raven details and teaches on gender-based violence, from statistics to characteristics, and key lessons so we can help ensure the suspects and predators don't play us and manipulate police to avoid investigation and accountability. One of the greatest things I appreciate about getting to know Raven better is to share in opening our minds to possibilities in ourselves and in the groups, systems, and culture we are a part of.  This is a valuable episode for new officers to seasoned veterans, as we can all benefit from these reminders and lessons. -- Raven Buckingham Aäe is the founder of Haliruna Consulting and a Commissioner on the Washington State Gender and Justice Commission. As a political strategist, she specializes in rural democratic systems, public safety innovation, and access to justice, bringing a public health lens to gender-based violence and institutional reform. She enjoys innovative professional partnerships with Sheriffs Offices, agencies, Prosecutors, advocates, legislators, school districts, and judges nationally, all working toward rural democratic excellence. Raven co-authored Washington’s bipartisan 2024 legislation declaring stalking a public health epidemic and co-created the budget proviso with WASPC and the state legislature that established the state’s first law enforcement training units on stalking.  You can connect with her on LinkedIn. Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

Sometimes the hardest mission is when you have to adapt to a new role.  Identity is a tricky thing to grapple with when we take on this "job" which is more than that, more than a career, and even lifestyle.  My guest, Greg Furnia is a retired Special Operations supervisor with a background in the US Border Patrol.  He is now a personal and professional development coach who helps first responders and their families navigate transitions and challenges with purpose and clarity.   In this episode, we cover a lot of ground in topics surrounding identity, purpose, family connection and foundations, and how to stay grounded for resilience. -- Greg Furnia is a certified personal and professional development coach and the founder of Living the Good Life LLC, a coaching and training company dedicated to first responders and their families. He brings 26 years of law enforcement experience, including service as a Special Operations Supervisor and Course Developer/Instructor with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, along with frontline time in specialized units like K9 and horse patrol. Today, Greg helps first responders navigate the full career arc from their first day on the job through retirement—without losing sight of who they are at home. His programs include Retire Ready pre-retirement readiness and wellness training, a small-group Retire Ready cohort, and Built to Last, a proactive career and life development program for new and mid-career personnel. All of his work is rooted in a family-first, values-based approach that blends real-world experience, emotional intelligence, and practical tools. Greg also serves the community as a volunteer executive career coach with The Honor Foundation and a volunteer peer support provider with UCF RESTORES Blueline. His mission is simple: to help first responders build strong careers, strong families, and a version of “living the good life” that doesn’t require choosing one over the other. Learn more at LivingTheGoodLifeCoach.com Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

Part 2/2! If we want Police and Policing to be seen as a legitimate Profession, must we focus on Professionalism - and what that truly means?  When we think of the word, some think of being courteous, others diligent. For some it is higher standards, training, formal education.   Joining me in this high-level conversation surrounding how we can elevate and evolve our profession are two leaders: Jeff Wenniger and Bill McAuliffe.  In this episode, they share their unique perspectives derived from first-hand experience in a multitude of roles. — Bill McAuliffe is a retired law enforcement Lieutenant with over 30 years of combined experience in military, law enforcement, and corporate leadership and understands the unique challenges public safety professionals face in today’s fast-paced world.  Specializing in emotional intelligence and leadership development, Bill is dedicated to empowering individuals to overcome burnout, conquer post-traumatic stress, and build resilience.  As a trauma-informed somatic coach, mentor, trainer, and business executive Bill leverages his deep expertise to help public safety professionals heal invisible injuries, re-engineer relationships, and develop long-lasting emotional wellness skills. Bill’s mission is to empower public safety providers to heal and develop transformational skills while allowing them to stay in service to their communities. https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-mcauliffe-a2b413149/ -- Jeff Wenninger is a retired LAPD Lieutenant and Founder & CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, brings over 33 years of experience to his work in improving police practices and public trust. As a nationally recognized expert in use of force, crowd management, and school safety, Jeff has testified in numerous criminal and civil cases.  His distinguished career includes high-profile dignitary protection with the Secret Service, elite LAPD units, and awards such as the LAPD Medal of Valor. Overcoming dyslexia and a speech impediment, Jeff excelled academically and athletically, earning degrees in sociology, psychology, and criminal justice. He remains committed to community service and is currently working on a book proposing actionable solutions for law enforcement.  Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

If we want Police and Policing to be seen as a legitimate Profession, must we focus on Professionalism - and what that truly means?  When we think of the word, some think of being courteous, others diligent. For some it is higher standards, training, formal education.   Joining me in this high-level conversation surrounding how we can elevate and evolve our profession are two leaders: Jeff Wenniger and Bill McAuliffe.  In this episode, they share their unique perspectives derived from first-hand experience in a multitude of roles. — Bill McAuliffe is a retired law enforcement Lieutenant with over 30 years of combined experience in military, law enforcement, and corporate leadership and understands the unique challenges public safety professionals face in today’s fast-paced world.  As a trauma-informed somatic coach, mentor, trainer, and business executive Bill leverages his deep expertise to help public safety professionals heal invisible injuries, re-engineer relationships, and develop long-lasting emotional wellness skills. Bill’s mission is to empower public safety providers to heal and develop transformational skills while allowing them to stay in service to their communities. https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-mcauliffe-a2b413149/ -- Jeff Wenninger is a retired LAPD Lieutenant and Founder & CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, brings over 33 years of experience to his work in improving police practices and public trust. As a nationally recognized expert in use of force, crowd management, and school safety, Jeff has testified in numerous criminal and civil cases.  His distinguished career includes high-profile dignitary protection with the Secret Service, elite LAPD units, and awards such as the LAPD Medal of Valor. Overcoming dyslexia and a speech impediment, Jeff excelled academically and athletically, earning degrees in sociology, psychology, and criminal justice. He remains committed to community service and is currently working on a book proposing actionable solutions for law enforcement.  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-wenninger-4247a854 Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

I am joined by my colleague and friend in this first responder wellness/leadership/how to improve our culture space, Chris Littrell.  In this IN-PERSON conversation, we explore much of what our people and profession are struggling with : availability, vulnerability, stigmas, and what to do about it all. This episode is being also being aired on his show: Gravity, Two Feet on the Ground.  You can find more conversations with Chris in eps. 71, 177, 179 and 216. -- When Christopher Littrell pinned on his badge, he believed his mission was clear: protect the innocent, stop the dangerous, and serve his community with courage. But what he could not anticipate was how the streets would shape him, scar him, and eventually force him to confront the cost of wearing the uniform. Over years of service, Christopher investigated crimes that tore families apart, witnessed tragedies that no one should ever have to see, and walked into danger when others ran away. The weight of those experiences didn’t stay at work—they followed him home, echoing into his marriage, his role as a father, and his own identity. Echoes from the Street is more than a police memoir. It is a deeply personal journey into the unseen battles first responders fight long after the sirens fade.  https://christopherlittrell.com/book-overview/ Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

New Year, unlocked and upleveled version of YOU! Whether you like to think of it as building and developing, or shaving away what's not serving you, the New Year is the perfect time to reflect and craft a strategy to live your life most optimally.  In this episode, I share some quick and effective tips that span different health aspects and pillars: from nutrition and movement to habit-building and boundaries. Listen in for concepts you can integrate TODAY - and things you can personalize for your specific goals.  For more, don't forget to subscribe to the free newsletter at bluegritwellness.com . You can also find out more about the Get Gritty on-demand video course, along with solo and group coaching to actualize the best leadership, health, and goals for you in 2026! Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

In this episode of Blue Grit Radio, we dive into what it really means to step up your mental game — beyond motivation and mindset buzzwords. Drawing on the psychological insights of Carl Jung and James Hollis, we explore how true growth requires looking inward, owning your story, and facing the shadows that hold you back. This episode connects ancient wisdom with modern policing, leadership, and personal development — reminding us that resilience isn’t about suppressing pain or struggle, but transforming it into strength and self-awareness. Be sure to listen to the 2-part episode with returning guests Matt Domyancic and Anthony Shefferly: Mental Beasts- Psychology for Police Officers, the themes pair with the breakdown presented in this episode!   Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

One of the most critical responsibilities and efforts of police is trust.  Trust is built through connection, understanding - it is built through KNOWING. In this episode, my guest Scott Lowry discuss how knowing how our officers are doing on a call-to-call basis helps us fully.  We can identify what's going well, what we can work on, and it allows us to recognize and elevate our officers with the great work they are doing.  Scott details real world solutions for engaging our communities, getting tangible data, and enhancing community trust, relations and partnerships. -- At Know Your Force, we’ve built a simple way for community members to share post-contact feedback after every interaction, turning those day-to-day moments into early intervention data that actually supports officers and leadership instead of just checking a compliance box. From Utah’s early intervention requirements to the agencies we serve across the country, it’s been powerful to see chiefs use this insight to recognize great work, spot stress early, and keep good officers on the path to retirement. knowyourforce.com Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic

In this episode, I share key takeaways that don’t only apply to money - as the book title infers - but all aspects of health, career and life.  These concepts are tenets of human nature, and I run through how we may apply these lessons in a multi-faceted approach.   In The Psychology of Money, Morgan Housel makes a compelling case that success with money has far less to do with intelligence or technical knowledge and far more to do with behavior, perspective, and patience. One of the core takeaways is that outcomes are shaped by how we manage risk, emotion, and time - especially when things feel uncertain or uncomfortable.  The Psychology of Money isn’t just a guide to financial wisdom; it’s a reminder that sustainable growth in any domain comes from patience, self-awareness, and aligning behavior with long-term values rather than short-term pressure. Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line! To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content: Subscribe to the FREE newsletter at on bluegritwellness.com ! Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow. Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show. Need help with entry-level OR promotional testing? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide: bluegritwellness.com/shop Email me at [email protected] ! ------------------------------------- Want a discount on the best value high-quality supplements? I've legitimately used Nutricost products easily for a decade. Whey isolate, plant proteins, collagen, vitamins, etc...?? Promo Code: BLUEGRIT - 10% off Affiliate link: https://nutricost.com/discount/BLUEGRIT -----------——————————- *the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies. music credit: Drive by AShamaluevMusic