Posts

The Unseen Danger: The Hidden Cost of Policing

Image
    West Palm Beach, Fl -  Dangers in policing. People often imagine gunfire, high-speed pursuits, or life-and-death moments on the streets. But there's another, quieter danger, one that's claiming lives long after the sirens fade. The average life expectancy for American law enforcement officers is just 57 years, compared to 78 or 79 for the general population. "Many officers only live a few years into retirement," says John Jay Wiley, host of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast. "That's not just a statistic, it's a tragedy that reflects the immense pressure these men and women endure." In a Special Episode of his show , Wiley sits down with Eric Caron, a retired U.S. Special Agent and Diplomat, to explore what it really means to protect those who protect us. Together, they tackle one of the most overlooked aspects of public safety: the toll that policing takes on the human body and mind. The Hidden Cost of the Badge Behind every badge l...

The Bomb Squad and The Longest Prison Hostage Crisis: Prison and the State Police

Image
  West Palm Beach, Fl - When retired Arizona State Trooper Ken Emerson looks back on his decades of service, few moments stand out as vividly as the prison hostage crisis that shook Arizona and the nation.  A seasoned member of the Arizona Department of Public Safety Bomb Squad and the door-entry SWAT team, Emerson found himself on the front lines of the longest prison hostage crisis in U.S. history. This gripping special episode, titled Prison and the State Police: Bomb Squad in Arizona, is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website , and streaming on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube , and other major platforms. “It was unlike anything I’d ever experienced,” Emerson recalls in a special episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast. “We were trained for chaos, but nothing prepares you for a standoff that lasts fifteen days.” The Arizona Prison Hostage Crisis The ordeal began in January 2004, when two inmates at the Arizona State Prison Co...

Horses Saved His Life: A Former Police Officer’s Journey from PTSD to Purpose

Image
  West Palm Beach, Fl - After losing his partner and spiraling into despair, he discovered an unexpected path to healing, and a mission to help others, through the gentle power of horses. Nate Fisher still remembers the exact moment everything shattered. "I still remember the exact moment everything shattered." You can read more or listen to the interview posted for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website , also on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Youtube and most major podcast platforms. His police partner, a rookie he was training, was gone in an instant. The sight of the young officer’s lifeless body broke something deep inside Fisher. Years of accumulated strain from law enforcement and military service had already taken their toll, but this tragedy became the breaking point. His marriage began to crumble, and Fisher turned to alcohol and other destructive habits to numb the overwhelming pain. “I didn’t know how to cope,” he later admitted on the Law En...

A Powerful Story: Detective Shot Multiple Times

Image
  West Palm Beach, Fl - On a quiet day in Lakeside, California, a routine investigation turned into a life-threatening situation for Detective Ali Perez and Sergeant Craig Johnson. Both detectives with the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, they were met with unexpected violence during a confrontation. The Incident The detectives were investigating a report of alleged child abuse. According to the San Diego Sheriff’s Department, the situation escalated, and a 15-minute gun battle ensued. Perez was shot twice, and Johnson was also injured. A SWAT officer risked his life to pull the wounded detectives to safety. You can listen or read more about Detective Ali Perez’s story, for free, on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website , also available on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , Youtube and most major podcast platforms. A Near-Death Experience Perez has shared his account of the incident, describing a profound experience. "I saw my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ," ...

From Shelter to Service: Rescue Dogs Trained To Be PTSD Service Animals For Veterans

Image
 West Palm Beach, Fl -  From Shelter to Service: Rescue Dogs Trained To Be PTSD Service Animals For Veterans. In a powerful and emotional special episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast , listeners are introduced to an incredible story of transformation, one that gives second chances to both people and dogs. Host John Jay Wiley welcomes Brett Simon from Big Dog Ranch Rescue (BDRR) in Palm Beach County, Florida, to talk about how shelter dogs are being trained to become PTSD service animals for America’s veterans. “Every dog deserves a chance, and every veteran deserves help,” says Simon, a former Police K9 Handler and Military Combat Contractor. “When we connect the two, a rescue dog needing purpose and a veteran needing healing,  something extraordinary happens.” The full episode is available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website , as well as on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube , and other major streaming platforms. The story has a...

๐Ÿช– A Different Way To Treat PTSD? Combat Veteran Speaks on Healing, Faith, and Purpose

Image
  West Palm Beach, Fl - In a powerful Special Episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, listeners are introduced to a man whose life mission is transforming how people think about trauma, healing, and post-traumatic growth. Dr. Matthew Burke, a Combat Veteran, author, and Ph.D., opens up about his personal battle with PTSD, his journey toward recovery, and how he’s helping others reclaim their lives through an approach that challenges convention. His story raises an important question: Is this a different way to treat PTSD? One rooted in faith, purpose, and nature. ๐ŸŽง You can listen to the full episode for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify , YouTube , Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn . ๐ŸŒ From the Battlefield to Building a Mission Dr. Burke served 13 years in the U.S. Air Force, completing four combat deployments before his life took a drastic turn. The invisible wounds of combat left deep scars, not only on him but also on his family. “I didn’t ...

What Is a Podcast, What Is Your Show About and is it Free?

Image
  West Palm Beach, Fl - For many, the question still arises: “What exactly is a podcast, and what is this show really about?” This article explores both questions, revealing how a podcast and nationally syndicated radio program turned into one of the most powerful storytelling platforms in the country. In a world overflowing with digital noise, few shows manage to capture both authenticity and humanity. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast does exactly that, bridging the gap between true crime intrigue and deeply personal storytelling. A Nationally Syndicated Voice Reaching Millions Unlike many podcasts that begin as independent projects, The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show started as a podcast and quickly caught the attention of radio executives. Before long, it was airing on stations across the country. Today, it’s a nationally syndicated radio show broadcast on 146 commercial AM-FM affiliate stations throughout the United States. “We reach about 48 million combined ...