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Get Emergent: Leadership Development, Improved Communication, and Enhanced Team Performance
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Transformation is hard. Get Emergent makes it a little easier. Presented by Emergent, this bi-weekly conversation explores the latest techniques and proven best practices to guide businesses and individuals through complex professional and organizational transformations. Creative leadership development strategies, improved communication techniques, enhanced team performance – on Get Emergent, we’re talking about it and providing critical insights that can help you achieve your goals. Subscri ...
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Blue Grit Radio: Better Cops, Police Leaders, Applicants, and Beyond (Mindset, Wellness, Team, and Development)
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Blue Grit Radio is about making better cops for a better community. Discussions and lessons are shared in how to become a cop (for the police applicant), be the best cop (on and off duty) you can be, and how to keep developing and growing in role and PURPOSE. It is founded on principles of ownership, leadership, building and positive team culture to make for a more resilient policing profession. Conversations feature insight, anecdote, experts in the industry from the front-line to the depar ...
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The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader: Make a Greater Impact by Creating a High Performance Team while Avoiding Stress and Overwhelm
Aid for Aid Workers
Are you a humanitarian or international development leader who wants to make a greater impact without the overwhelm and overwork? If you want to create a high performance team that meets the changing demands of the humanitarian and development sector without sacrificing your wellbeing, you're in the right place! In less time than it takes to drink your powdered milk Nescafe you will learn: - How to empower a diverse team to perform their best despite cultural and personality differences - Wh ...
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200: Lessons and Reflections on Growth, Purpose, Gratitude, and Dealing with the Haters (for cops, civilians, rookies, and vets alike!)
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Here we are.. Episode 200! It's crazy how far we've come (we certainly being you and I, those following along, joining in and sharing out). I'm grateful for how this whole Blue Grit project, podcast and all, have grown and how they have helped me and others grow as well. It's about elevating our community through learning and developing - whether i…
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by endless meetings and responsibilities as an NGO leader? What if saying "no" more often could actually help you make a greater impact? Many NGO leaders struggle with taking on too much, leading to burnout and inefficiency. In this episode, Pravat Gurung shares how learning to say "no" helped him reclaim his time, empow…
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199: How to Model Wellness in Police Leaders- the Deputy Chief Duo Julie Beard and Andy McCurdy
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I have often been complimented for being a police leader and sharing about vulnerability in the vein of first responder and police wellness and resilience. It's evokes a strange feeling, as I don't see why it matters more that I'm a "boss" and sharing it- as I feel much just "a guy" trying to support and invite others through this sharing of insigh…
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Marriage is hard. Police marriage is harder. Ok, the dynamics can be challenging.. but is it helpful to dwell on that- or do we lean into the facts and build awareness, connection, framework, communication, trust, and structures to SUPPORT those dynamics? (Hint: yes, that's what we aim to do!) Enter Rebecca Lynn, of Proud Police Wife. As the name a…
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197: The Need-to-Know on Pre-Hire Police Psychological Evals for Applicants w/ Doc Jena Casas
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The policing testing and hiring process is daunting enough.. and then you have to be evaluated by a psychologist? Intimidating to say the least! In this episode, I am joined by "Doc" Jena Casas. She breaks down what the psych eval and component are all about for applicants and agencies. We cover takeaways from the hiring perspective and how candida…
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When we (as an industry) fail we must not look away, but examine so we can learn from "our" collective mistakes. This stings at best and disgraces at worst. When so many of us are shedding our literal blood, sweat, and tears in the service of others and to elevate the badge, others would sully it. In this episode, ret. Capt. Bill Fraass (from Ep. 1…
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Are you struggling to balance empowering your team while navigating constant change as an NGO leader? Today my special guest Ross Coxon, Director of Client Delivery for Humentum, joins me in a joint discussion around what is needed to thrive as a modern NGO leader in today's complex environment. In this episode you'll learn: Gain insights on how to…
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Some time ago I asked who I needed to have on the show. One of you emphatically said DR. JODY! I’m pretty sure that’s how it was written with much other reflection! I wasn’t familiar, and started looking and finding how much work Dr. Jody has done to share and advocate for the first responder and police communities and how to ACTUALLY support not o…
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There have been a lot of Valley SWAT officers on this show, and it’s for good reason. When you have high cohesion and performance in team, it’s worth looking at the individuals that make it up. When local cops consider credible leadership in or out of SWAT, Eric Gordon’s name tops the list. Gordon shares on his background, getting into the military…
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193: Hiring Q&A for Police Applicants: Process, Bad Questions, College Majors, Difficulty, Timeline and More!!
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Ask and you shall receive! I am grateful to be able to contribute to bringing in new, bright and committed future cops! From my time in hiring and recruiting, as a trainer and supervisor- and being on both sides of the interview tables countless times, I answer your questions about the process and how to show up BEST! It's about showing up right, s…
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In this episode, we unpack the power of distinguishing facts from assumptions—a skill that’s not always intuitive but essential for reducing stress and making sound decisions. If you're struggling to lead with clarity, this conversation is for you. In this episode you'll discover: How to identify common mistakes that distort your perception of real…
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With all the new police applicants, candidates, recruits, and student officers aka ROOKIES (endearing tone) tuning it, I’m excited to showcase this panel of widespread and ranged experience. Each active officer is or has been an FTO: coming to us from both sides of WA State and the Midwest. Listeners will gain tons of valuable insight hearing about…
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When we think about how far we can go, it can be empowering to see how far we have come. Eddie initially reached out to have me on his podcast, and it has been my pleasure to get to know him better. In this episode, he shares his story of hardship coming up, military service, issues re-integrating and finding purpose, health, and resilience through…
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190: Everything Police need to know about Crisis / Co-Responder Units: the what, why, and how to start w/ Sgt. Jamie Ford and Susie Kroll (MHP)
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Crisis and Co-Responder units began popping up much more in recent years, as mental health and substance epidemics became some of the biggest discussed issues across the nation and beyond. In this episode, I’m joined by former partners: cop and mental health professional that worked in this exact capacity, and who speak and teach on these topics. W…
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How to Greatly Reduce Your Stress During Uncertain Times as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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As an NGO leader, you're already facing enough external challenges—funding cuts, humanitarian crises, and job uncertainty. But what if part of your stress is coming from how you're thinking about these challenges? In this episode, we’ll explore how your mindset may be adding unnecessary suffering and what you can do to break free from it. More spec…
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Often, we see police wellness as a checkbox. So what does it take to build a legitimate wellness approach- that goes beyond programs and policies but into actual culture? Chief Marcia Harnden appears to be walking the walk- in an iconic and positive way. I first learned about her work through an article by Chris Littrell in Police1- and her profess…
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Always looking for new health information, I came across a post by about signs of burnout. Some weren’t surprising, some perked my interest, and some were things that caught me off guard- and that I could see and feel in my own life! The post was by Cassidi Dye, who joins me in this episode, sharing why she came into working as a psychologist with …
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In this episode, I am joined by former LEO (corrections, sheriff's deputy, police) Shawn Barnes. We cover his career progress, lessons in empathy and caring for people- from inmates to those in crisis. Shawn now serves as the director for Stronger Families- promoting first responders' health and wellness through supporting the family. We cover why …
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Are you feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty in the humanitarian and development sector? As a leader in this field, you're no stranger to unpredictability. But when circumstances feel out of your hands, it can lead to paralysis, anxiety, and doubt about your next steps. In this episode, I share a powerful shift in perspective that can help you break …
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186: Police Leadership Concepts, Failures, and Scandals w/ Capt. William Fraass (ret.)
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1:07:09Bad cops in the news. It stings every time. So many men and women put their blood, sweat, and tears out on the line to rep the profession and serve the public. That is in a literal sense. And so, when our police leaders hit the front page with scandal, corruption, nepotism and cronyism, it feels like that much bigger of a gut punch. In this episode…
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We often talk about the grind and impacts of a first responder career- on our minds, bodies, families, and general outlook. Active cop/firefighter/trainer Dennis Pishock joins me for a raw, real talk dive into the importance of health routines- from high-intensity workouts to restorative meditation practices. His "why" and belief structures came fr…
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How Your “Caring” Leadership Style Is Hurting Your Well Being and What You Can Do About It as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Could your leadership style be the hidden cause of your stress and burnout? You may think you are leading in a way you feel is "caring" for your team and helpful, but in reality you may be impacting your wellbeing and theirs as well. This episode uncovers the direct link between your leadership approach and your overall wellness, offering practical…
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184: Career Advancement through Self-Work, Humility and Determination in Police w/ Chief Neil Dubord (ret.)
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Soon after I entered into the police wellness space, I learned about Chief Neil Dubord's leadership philosophy and style- which incorporated wellness concepts foundationally. I learned about his Bend, Don't Break podcast, which highlights these crucial health topics for officers to endure, maintain and build resilience. It was my sincere pleasure a…
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183: How Cops Should "WIN"/Earn Connection and Influence People (Friends, Peers, Suspects) w/ Trevor Wolcott
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1:03:26Leaders are Readers. And so much of leading is learning, trying, and staying humble. I had heard of "How to Win Friends and Influence People" many moons ago, but I didn't like the vibe of the title- as it felt manipulative. A wise leader I know and respect pointed out that all leadership is that in certain ways- and influencing/manipulating/compell…
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Adversity, challenge, issues, problems.. If we take a beat we can recognize the power of facing, battling and overcoming these items- not just because we CAN but because we GET BETTER. Many of your gritty, growth-minded individuals find ways to regularly lean into challenge. Some of us find ways to inject and inflate adversities with the goal of be…
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I received a question from one of you asking about my most satisfying arrest. It was hard to pick one, but I picked something that definitely stood out. As I went to record and talk about it- I ended up feeling a lot of things- and satisfied wasn't really one of them. I felt a bit sad about the whole thing. The victim. The circumstances, the commun…
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180: A.I. and Policing : Pros, Cons, and how to Effectively Use Artificial Intelligence w/ Abel Police
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A.I. is HERE, and like any other tool or technology, law enforcement needs to be aware of how to adopt it responsibly. When it comes to report generation, many agency leaders and officers recognize its potential, as well as hazards that can be detrimental toward policing, implementation, and prosecution. In this episode, I am joined by Daniel Franc…
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Feeling overwhelmed by the current state of the humanitarian and development sectors? You're not alone. In this episode, we're diving into what it really means to lead through uncertainty. As modern NGO leaders, it’s easy to get stuck in a cycle of anxiety and hopelessness. Funding cuts, policy shifts, and global crises can feel relentless. But wha…
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Often, we discuss loss, grief, and resilience in this first responder career. Too often, what we see and manage in our jobs collides with the stress and trauma of our personal lives. When is enough, ENOUGH? When is it all... just too much? Fellow former police sergeant, wellness advocate, author, podcaster, returning guest and friend Chris Littrell…
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Creating and Leading High-Performance Teams in Thailand https://newsbreaklive.com/2025/01/25/creating-and-leading-high-performance-teams Building and leading high-performance teams is essential for achieving organizational excellence in today's competitive business landscape. High-performing teams drive exceptional results and foster innovation, co…
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178: Small Town, Big City Police, & Countless Lessons Learned from Cops Nationwide w/ Sgt. Steve Gould (Things Police See Podcast)
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In this episode, I'm joined by active police sergeant and host/creator of Things Police See. I've been on his show and am glad to be able to have him here. He shares about his career, the podcasting journey and the negativity AND positivity of police culture. Steve Gould is a police sergeant currently working in Western Massachusetts and is on his …
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177: How to Improve Leadership in Police or ANY Organization, w/ Jonni Redick (ret. AC of CHP) and Oakland McCullouch (ret. Army LTC)
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Leadership principles are simple.. but execution with personalities, organizational culture, history, drama... that's where it gets really complicated really fast. In this episode, I have hard hitters in senior leadership from in and out of law enforcement. Welcoming back returning guest, Jonni Redick, retired as an Asst. Chief in the California Hi…
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Resilient Leaders: Training and Benefits https://www.changeworksltd.co.th/course/resilient-leader-one-day-program/ Program Overview In today’s ever-changing business environment, leaders face numerous challenges that require resilience and adaptability. Navigating growth in the VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous) world demands strong…
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176: A Word to Police Applicants & Active Officers, on the Hiring Landscape, the Career, and What Mindset you Need
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So much of my "why" is to help guide the next generation of cops, police professionals and leaders in the ways I can best. Much of that comes from sharing my experiences, missteps, and lessons learned. After many years in this career- there are many. In the episode, I paint the picture of the climate of law enforcement. While initially geared for n…
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3 Tips for Dealing with the Stress of Uncertainty as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Uncertainty—it’s an inevitable part of life and an ever-present reality for humanitarian and development leaders. But how we respond to it is what defines us as NGO leaders. In this episode we dive into how you can transform uncertainty from a source of stress and anxiety into a catalyst for growth and resilience. More specifically you're going to …
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175: Do YOUR Job, Old School vs. New School Police Academy and Patrol Dynamics w/ Sgt. Brian Anderson
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1:02:21If everyone just did their jobs, wouldn't this whole police work, leadership, culture, morale thing be a little too easy? In this episode, one of my old academy mates and regional cop leader, Brian Anderson joins me to discuss back in the day, and that culture does and doesn't sync with certain aspects of current law enforcement culture. We go down…
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174: Improving Cops with Tools, Info, Attitude w/ School Resource Officer Devonta Richardson (Welcome to the Street)
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In this episode, my guest School Resource and SWAT Officer Devonta Richardson and I discuss huge topics that are necessary for EVERY member of the rank and file in police departments (and any org. really)... - how to encourage a proactive, positive patrol culture - how to find the information and resources you need - the huge impact school resource…
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Essential Leadership Qualities to Meet the Changing Demands of the Humanitarian and Development Sectors - Part Two
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What are the leadership qualities needed to keep up with an evolving humanitarian and development sector? This is the second part of a two part series in which Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken and I explore what types of qualities leaders need to meet the changes happening in the humanitarian and development sectors. In this episode you’ll discover: Whic…
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There are a host of episodes on Blue Grit Radio focused on hiring, for prospective applicants and police candidates. In fact, most of the episodes have tangible insights and advice that any applicant can learn from and put into practice in their lives and hiring process immediately! However, when it comes to the specific processes that agencies use…
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It is January, and Human Trafficking Awareness Month. In this episode, we explore this crucial topic that should be focused upon not just for police, but all members of the community and our shared society. When it comes to human trafficking, it often starts young. The crime knows no bounds; it truly affects every neighborhood and every demographic…
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171: 12 protein snacks recommended by Harvard and my thoughts for first responders / cops on patrol
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It's January- and many of us are resetting and focusing on some healthy habits. Life is hectic, but shiftwork for first responders, cops on the street, getting called in... is even more so! In this episode I go back to my roots in where Blue Grit started.. giving advice and insight I learned through countless hours of research and self-experimentat…
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How to Navigate Nonprofit Change with Confidence as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader - Part One
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What’s the real cost of change for NGOs in a rapidly evolving global landscape? In this two part series special guest Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken shares over three decades of experience in change management, which she often discusses on her own podcast "NGO Soul and Strategy". In this first part we discuss some practical ways you can navigate change…
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You all know I’ve been preaching about recruiting and development for our police teams. Many agencies across the country are still struggling with their numbers, which impacts everyone’s wellness, and truly their ability to do their job. This is what intrigued me about the focus of Performance Protocol- focused on addressing recruiting by truly inv…
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New Years morning was a devastating one for many of us who awoke to the tragic news. Another mass casualty attack on our own soil. Lives taken and shattered. I found myself frustrated, dejected, and then motivated. We as first responders, protectors in profession and life have much we can do- that we will do- and shall do. Each day, week, month, an…
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168: Off-Duty Challenges, Work/Home Balance, Hypervigilance, Boundaries and Destress for Police and First Responders
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1:10:52In this panel episode, we hit a crucial number of topics that I'm frequently getting questions and feedback about. Work and home life balances and stress management are hard for average working folks.. but inject in a first-responder, police, fire, EMS, etc career? Hypervigilance, Compassion Fatigue, Cynicism.. oh my! I'm joined by experts from dif…
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