Latest Episodes

Undercover Operations Broken Down

Lots of people do undercover work.  Some do it well, and less do it great.  Listening to this will give you the most basic steps in the right direction to establishing yourself as a successful undercover police-person!

June 06, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 14 • 28:56

Don't get Fired or Indicted

In this episode, I will be discussing some things to help you avoid disciplinary action.  These actions can range from counseling, written reprimand, suspension, termination, to indictment and anywhere in between.  If you're new, you ...

June 04, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 13 • 24:35

Pace yourself! Avoid burnout.

We've all heard that it's a marathon and not a sprint.  When I was 25, all I could think was what an old person thing to say that is.  Hopefully this episode will keep you from getting fired or indicted for trying to run too fast befo...

June 04, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 12 • 19:25

Traffic Stops 101

Traffic stops are the meat and potatoes of most proactive patrol officers.  Let's accept that we can all get better and we don't have it down to an exact science.  I hope that some seasoned professionals or motivated rookies drop me s...

June 04, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 11 • 25:16

Consent to Search - Avoid Suppression Issues!

Arguably this most challenged exception to the 4th amendment.  You can absolutely search someone's phone / house / car / person / Instagram / etc if you are given a VALID and VOLUNTARY consent.  Listen to this to expand your knowledge...

June 04, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 10 • 27:55

Fan Mail

enjoyed your undercover episode. The examples were really helpful, e.g., the robbery incident that ended up a gunfire situation. Just curious: Where did you get your podcast logo? Have you gotten feedback about the overall podcast from a female patrol officer you know well and if so what did she think from her perspective? Looking forward to my next listen!

Dale City, Virginia