Pocket Sergeant Podcast

Hosted by former police officer and award-winning app creator Paul Cooper, this podcast explores the untold realities of frontline policing in the UK.

Each episode features honest conversations with current and former officers, legal professionals, experts, and those with lived experience – covering everything from policing culture and mental health to groundbreaking innovation and criminal justice reform.

Whether you’re a serving officer, aspiring recruit, or simply curious about life in uniform, the Pocket Sergeant Podcast pulls no punches and gives you the insight the headlines miss.

Inspired by the app that’s helped tens of thousands of officers in policing, this podcast continues the mission: supporting those who serve.

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Podcasting since 2025 • 22 episodes

Pocket Sergeant Podcast

Latest Episodes

Ben Dimmock | Why Wellbeing Matters: Building a Better Future for Police Officers | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 22

In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Ben Dimmock shares his extensive journey in policing, highlighting the importance of mental health and wellbeing within the police force. He discusses his personal experiences with depression and ...

November 16, 2025 • Episode 22 • 58:52

BONUS EPISODE | Ian Cook | Code Zero & The PSD U-Turn at North Yorkshire Police | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 21

Ian Cook from Blue Light Lifestyle returns for another powerful discussion.We kick things off with an update on Code Zero, the brand-new mobile app Ian is developing alongside Ben Pearson, designed to support those working in the emerge...

November 12, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 21 • 55:21

Claire Lilly | The Forcer Protocol: Turning Tragedy into Change | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 20

In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Claire Lilly shares the poignant story of her late husband, Alan Forcer, a war veteran whose struggles with mental health and addiction led to tragic consequences. Claire discusses the impact of A...

November 09, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 20 • 59:21

Hannah Bailey | Talking Trauma and Transformation | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep19

In this conversation, Hannah Bailey shares her journey from a police officer to a wellbeing coach, discussing the challenges of facing trauma, undiagnosed PTSD, and the impact of her cancer diagnosis. She emphasizes the importance of mental hea...

November 02, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 19 • 1:10:09

Catherine Davey | From the Beat to Channel 4’s The Inheritance | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 18

In this episode, Catherine Davey — star of Channel 4’s The Inheritance — shares her journey from joining the police at a young age to her experiences on the front line, the challenges she faced due to injury, and her transition t...

October 26, 2025 • Season 1 • Episode 18 • 59:55

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