On The Blue Line Podcast

Looking for Solutions to Mass Casualty Events (Part 1) | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 022    Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.   **NEW** We now have a Patreon Account. What is a Patreon Account? It is a way for you to join with our mission by pledging as little as $1.00 per episode ($4.00 a month) to help fund the content and programming that we bring to you each week.  If you are enjoying what OTBL has to offer and would like to join us, please click here: patreon.com/OnTheBlueLine.  We hope you will continue to enjoy the programming from OTBL and please continue to tell others about the mission of OTBL- Thank you so much for your support!   In this episode we discuss: This week we answer another question from our closed Facebook Group, On The Blue Line Guild. Be sure to join us! We discuss the recent tragedies involving Mass Casualties including an incident out

My Greatest Fear Starting Out | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 021    Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.   **NEW** We now have a Patreon Account. What is a Patreon Account? It is a way for you to join with our mission by pledging as little as $1.00 per episode ($4.00 a month) to help fund the content and programming that we bring to you each week.  If you are enjoying what OTBL has to offer and would like to join us, please click here: patreon.com/OnTheBlueLine.  If you are not in a position to help at this time, we hope you will continue to enjoy the programming from OTBL and please continue to tell others about the mission of OTBL- Thank you so much for your support!   In this episode we discuss: Each Podcast episode is now available on video on our YouTube Channel.  This week we answer another question from our closed Facebook Group, On The Blue Line Guild. Be sur

Find a Cure, not a Scapegoat | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 020  Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.   In this episode we discuss: Each Podcast episode is now available on video on our YouTube Channel.  This week we discuss disrespect towards law enforcement, specifically the water-throwing in NYC.  We contrast this with a Thank You note, I received this week from Thankful For Our Heroes in Blue and discuss the support from everyday members of the community for law enforcement.  We discuss the idea of finding a cure, instead of finding someone to blame when something goes wrong.  We consider this idea of taking responsibility and why people play the “Blame Game,” from an article by Dr. Susan Whitbourne in Psychology Today.  Finally, we encourage you to take responsibility when things go wrong and to work towards finding a solution and allowing the mistake to becom

Define Your Standard | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 019    Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.   In this episode we discuss: Each Podcast episode is now available on video on our YouTube Channel.  We mention the movie, The Patriot and a great scene from YouTube.  We discuss the article from the National Parks Service, Rally around the Flag.  We discuss the importance of identifying what is non-negotiable in your life.  We suggest five core values to consider when developing your personal code: Integrity Courage Discipline Patience Gratitude Finally, we encourage you to start this week to develop your personal code and the standard by which you want to live.    After the episode:  Join our exclusive closed Facebook Group, On The Blue Line Guild. Join our Email List for up-to-date information, Contests, and News. Leave us an iTunes rating and review! Conta

The Business of Outrage Culture | MONDAY MORNING ROLL CALL | Episode 018  Monday Morning Roll Call is released every week by On The Blue Line and provides a short overview of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. In this episode we discuss: We answer questions from Members of our closed Facebook Group, On The Blue Line Guild. Each Podcast episode is now available on video on our YouTube Channel.  We discuss the Starbucks incident in Tempe, Arizona.  We discuss the Apology from Starbucks corporate. We discuss the outrage on Social Media and insanity of it all. We discuss the Nike’s decision to forego the Betsy Ross Flag. We then discuss Nike’s sales post that decision. Finally, we advocate a common sense approach to the public square.    After the episode:  Join our exclusive closed Facebook Group, On The Blue Line Guild. Join our Email List for up-to-date information, Contests, and News. Leave us an iTunes rating and review! Contact us with any questions and concern

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 017 | A Time of Crisis A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: This week we discuss the weighty subject of law enforcement suicide and the phone call I received right before sitting down to press record on this show.  We talk about the importance of knowing your why, and understanding why we do what we do and what should be our thought process in times of crisis.  We talk about knowing that you are loved and that your life influences the lives around you. We then discuss the importance of knowing your resources, who do you call in a time of crisis? And do others know that they can call you in a time of crisis?  PLE

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 016 | What Freedom Demands! A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: This week we wish everyone a fun, safe Fourth of July with family and friends.  We discuss the Declaration of Independence and the lessons about Freedom that it contains.  We read the poem, Freedom, by Tye Bohls and discuss the true costs associated with Freedom. We discuss the fact that Freedom demands responsibility. Finally, we leave you with a quote by Benjamin Franklin about liberty and safety.  Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media you are listening to this show. Also, please feel free to email with any

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 015 | Are you Fit enough to Fight? A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: This week we discuss a news story out of Sacramento, California where an Officer was in the fight for his life. The incident lasted a minute and half and introduces the discussion of the level of fitness needed to survive a critical incident.  We talk about the book, The Passion of Command by Colonel B.P. McCoy, and the habit of Combat Conditioning. Find this book on Amazon.  We look at some expert articles from Police One that discuss the 11 components of proper police fitness and 4 keys for developing functional strength for on-duty enc

Welcome to The Interview Room | Episode 003 | The Importance of Friendship The Interview Room releases every other Thursday. In here, we interview leaders from all walks of life. These conversations are meant to provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for law enforcement officers and their supporters in their everyday lives.  After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode, we interview Kevin Casner: We talk about faith and the importance of relationship in our lives. We discuss The Barn, a ministry Kevin was instrumental in founding fourteen years ago, near Fort Mill, SC.  We have a conversation about being our authentic self and the elaborate “masks” that we create to only have “surface” relationships.  We talk about the strength of groups and the importance of being part of a Tribe for both support and for mental health. We also discuss doing things you love with others, such as hunting and fishing and the bonds that it can build.  We determine tha

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 014 | Hit the Reset Button A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: This week we discuss a news story out of Chandler, Arizona where Officer Aaron Little saves a man’s life by offering him a hug while he was contemplating suicide.  We discuss the importance of rest and taking a moment, no matter how busy we are, to hit the reset button. We conclude with realizing that life, not simply living, is the goal and determine that we must consciously make this choice. We refer to the great book, The War of Art, by Stephen Pressfield and discuss The Resistance and how it influences our ability to accomplish what we are inte

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 013 | Choose Courage A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: This week we discuss the story of Officer Bradshaw with the Sanford Police Department in Sanford, FL, and his decision to make the 10th birthday for a little boy a little more special.  We discuss a similar story out of the Oregon City Police Department where Officer Jason Lemons and Chaplain Mike Vermace make the day of a young victim of an auto accident who had lost his bicycle.  We discuss recent news stories about cowardice and its implications.  We determine that courage is not something specific to certain careers or callings, but rather can be dev

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 012 | United In Purpose A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: We take one last look at the month of May and the importance of Honor, Remember, and Thank.  We discuss the Florida National Cemetary in Bushnell, Florida and their yearly Memorial Day ceremony.  We remember the words of President Abraham Lincoln in his infamous speech at Gettysburg and the condition of this country at that time.  We talk about divisiveness, but emphasize the need for unity in our country. We are left with final thoughts as we close out the month for remembering those who have given all.  In this episode, Wreaths Across America and Ni

Welcome to The Interview Room | Episode 002 | Extra Duty Done Right The Interview Room releases every other Thursday. In here, we interview leaders from all walks of life. These conversations are meant to provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for law enforcement officers and their supporters in their everyday lives.  After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode, we interview Rich Milliman the CEO of Extra Duty Solutions: We discuss key considerations for officers when deciding to work extra-duty details. We talk about the many benefits for officers in working extra-duty details.  We caution officers on the seductive nature of extra-duty details and provide some examples to consider. We talk about officer pay and insurance concerns when engaged in work outside of the agency.  We layout things the agency should consider when creating an extra-duty detail program. Finally, Rich leaves us with some parting thoughts on what officers can do to help the

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 011 | The Heart of the Matter. A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: We discuss the heart-warming case of Officer Thompson with the Poteau Police Department and his eventual adoption of a young victim of child abuse.  We discuss the importance of heart when it comes to policing. We talk about strength and softness and how that if we are to help others, it must be from a position of strength.  We are encouraged to begin this week to use heart in our careers and in our homes.  Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media you are listening to this show. Also, please feel free to email

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 010 | A Promise Made. A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. Our Newsletter is just releasing and will keep you up-to-date with the podcast, writings, contest, news and more. JOIN TODAY! After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: We ask “Why be a Cop?” We go over the promise we make when choosing a law enforcement career and read the International Association of Chiefs of Police Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. We read the poem that appears to be called, The Trooper (Author Unknown), and say a special thank you to all those who serve as we continue to remember during this month of May.  Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media you are listening to this show. Also, please feel free to email with any questions that you would like dealt with in fut

Welcome to The Interview Room | Episode 001 | An Inside Perspective The Interview Room releases every other Thursday. In here, we interview leaders from all walks of life. These conversations are meant to provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for law enforcement officers and their supporters in their everyday lives.  After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: Sergeant Johnathan Mulder provides an overview of his experience at a Metro Corrections Facility. We spend a little time discussing the programs offered to inmates and the different approaches that are being taken to lessen recidivism.  We then talk about personnel shortages and the reasons why correctional facilities nationwide seem to struggle with maintaining employees. We talk about the mental toll of corrections on the officer and programs that are available and being developed to help law enforcement officers in the area of mental health.    Your opinion matters! Please leave comme

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 009 | Drafting a Legacy. A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: We tell the good news story of Chicago Officer Jennifer Maddox, who saw a problem in a community and took steps to start a program called “Future Ties” to give kids a safe place to go to after school. We discuss creating a Legacy and the importance of drafting a plan as to the legacy we want to leave. We then go over the three questions we can ask ourselves when we are considering the legacy we want to leave.    Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media you are listening to this show. Also, please feel free to email with any questions that you would like dealt with in future episodes. This show is for you the listener and we need your help

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 008 | May: A Month for Remembering.  A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: May is Memorial Month. Take a part in activities in your area as well as on the national level and take time to remember those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom and safety.  This week, we define true heroism and discuss the popularity of the idea of heroes in popular culture and at the movies.    We talk about the importance of small gestures of thanks and the meaning they can have for the recipient.  This week we are encouraged to Remember, to Live Heroically and to find small ways to Say Thanks.    Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media you are listening to this show. Also, please feel free to email with any

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 007 | Choosing to be Uncomfortable.  A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead. After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review! In this episode: We discuss the news story of Officer Roger Gemoules and his use of discretion to help a young man get a job.  This week, we discuss the role of comfort in our current society and what people believe it takes to live comfortably.   We talk about being uncomfortable and inconvenienced and what that can mean for us in our personal development. We discuss President Theodore Roosevelt and how his experiences on a North Dakota ranch helped to develop him into the man that he became.    Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media you are listening to this show. Also, please feel free to email with any questions that you would like deal

Welcome to Monday Morning Roll Call | Episode 006 | The Influence of the Badge.  A new Monday Morning Roll Call is released every Monday Morning and provides a short overview format of issues that matter to you and provides encouragement for the week ahead.  In this episode: We want to thank you for helping us get to our sixth episode, it has been an exciting journey and we hope you will continue to follow along. Please whether you love the show, hate the show, or are somewhere in between please go to iTunes right now and leave a rating and review.  We discuss the influence of the badge on our lives and the lessons that we have learned from law enforcement.  We discuss the 5 lessons that I have learned from law enforcement including: The Badge represents something greater than myself. You have a Voice, Use it! If it is not in the report, it never happened. True Strength is controlled Strength. It could all be over tomorrow.  Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media y