Podcast Episodes

Mission Fields To Fireground: The Life Of Trevor Williams

Trevor Williams takes us inside the moments that reshaped his life and explains how surviving Haiti’s 2010 earthquake set the course for his career as a Los Angeles County firefighter and entrepreneu…

Published on 4 hours ago

We're Back: Solo Episode with T. Val

Episode 16

A lot can change in seven months. We’re back without theme music and a some thoughts behind my message. I share why I paused the show, what I’ve learned about mindset and accountability, and how intu…

Published on 3 weeks, 1 day ago

Law Enforcement & EMS: Bridging the First Responder Gap with Stacee

Tyra Valeriano opens a new chapter for the podcast by welcoming her first non-law enforcement, but first responder guest, paramedic Stacee. Though they once worked alongside each other without formin…

Published on 8 months ago

Tom Smith: 30 Years with NYPD to True Crime Podcasting

Episode 15

Tom Smith's 30-year career with the NYPD reads like a roadmap through the evolution of modern American policing. From his early years patrolling the streets during New York's high-crime era through h…

Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago

Robie Poynter: Breaking the Mental Health Stigma with Psilocybin

Episode 14

Ever wondered what happens when traditional mental health approaches fail our first responders? In this groundbreaking episode, I speak with Rob Poynter, a retired deputy sheriff, who took an unconve…

Published on 8 months, 3 weeks ago

Vincent Scotto: What 20 Years at NYPD Taught Me About Officer Wellness That No One Is Talking About

Episode 13

What happens when the badge comes off? In this powerful conversation, former NYPD officer Vincent Scotto takes us behind the blue wall of silence to reveal the deeply human struggles of life in law e…

Published on 9 months, 2 weeks ago

From Addiction to Advocacy: Alan and Amy's Story

Episode 12

What happens when a law enforcement officer confronts the demons of addiction and infidelity, and emerges with a mission to transform mental health support within the force? Listen to the compelling …

Published on 10 months, 1 week ago

Willie Bermudez: Financial Literacy and Balancing Life in Law Enforcement

Episode 11

Law enforcement officers face unique challenges that impact their financial and mental well-being. Willie Bermudez, a seasoned officer, shares his journey from personal debt to advocating financial l…

Published on 10 months, 2 weeks ago

Nathan Clark on Navigating Police Culture and Adapting to Civilian Life

Episode 10

Imagine transitioning from a high pressure law enforcement career to civilian life and carrying with you the emotional toll and mental challenges that come with wearing the badge. In this episode of …

Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago

David Smith: From SWAT to Wellness Advocate in Law Enforcement

Episode 9

What happens when a dedicated SWAT member decides to shift gears and focus on personal wellness and family? Join me for a interesting conversation with David Smith, a seasoned police officer from Vir…

Published on 11 months ago