Episodes

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Shaun’s dealing with a head cold, so naturally Scott prescribes an imagined magic elixir courtesy of his in-house “renaissance pest exterminator”—a guy who moonlights as a rock star with a homemade cocktail that allegedly kills bugs, germs, an…

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott and Shaun sit down with retired firefighter John Sullivan to break down the unique mix of camaraderie and rivalry within the public safety family—one that’s grown tighter than ever as expanding responsibilities and shrinking staffing lev…

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Since the era of deinstitutionalization, police officers have increasingly been tasked with managing the most volatile and unpredictable individuals—often with limited support and few good options. While de-escalation training has become stand…

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! March gives Chirs and Shaun an excuse to take pride in a couple of legendary ethnic icons—Casimir Pulaski and Saint Patrick. They swap stories about their Polish and Iri...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A veteran Los Angeles cop takes the concept of “light duty” to new heights—literally—after getting busted for felony workers’ comp fraud when proof surfaces of him skydi...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! The guys discuss how a 27-year police veteran in Detroit finds herself fighting City Hall after being disciplined for a lawful police contact—one where she relied on fed...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! The guys do absolutely nothing to shorten their stay in purgatory, despite their half-baked plans for Lenten sacrifice and redemption. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerh…

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! A promising trend is emerging as local law enforcement leaders publicly push back against the anti-law enforcement legislation, tactics, and ideologies championed by man...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott’s algorithms deliver hard truths to some Big Easy cops, alongside a cautiously optimistic—and heavily conditional—report on 2025 law enforcement deaths. Email: 3co...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott self-medicates his cough with a treatment that would absolutely not pass the FDA, while we discuss two ex-cops involved in high-profile incidents who take a crack ...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Shaun botches fashion advice while the Pacific Northwest somehow links Lewis & Clark, a brave sheriff, and a weepy police chief. Chris, meanwhile, is smitten with the sh...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris ignites the fuse on another tour of political incompetence in Minneapolis and greater Minnesota—the blast radius is… extensive. To our beloved North Star State lis...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! All three hosts are back to kick off 2026 with Chris surviving an economy cruise, Shaun discovering Turkish Star Wars (yes, really), Scott’s dogs getting publicly fat-sh...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! From five years of global download data to a major surge in 2025, we look at how the show has grown—and what the National Policing Institute says is coming for law enfor...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! On this Christmas-week episode, we cover lying and prayer. Menards’ deceptive rebate game, and two different police chiefs manipulating data and scripture to distract fr...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Special guest Deputy Chief Bob Christopherson of the Oak Brook, Illinois Police Department returns to the show to break down how his agency’s commitment to cutting-edge ...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! It’s Advent—the season of the one true King—yet somehow we end up with a judge who worshipped the King of Rock ’n’ Roll so hard it ruined him. And then there’s Scott: th...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! In this episode, we break down the saga of the ex–Jersey cop who went from accusing her department of harassment to committing several, violent domestic related crimes. ...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris and Shaun explore the similarities and differences between serving as a military veteran and a veteran of police work. They discuss how society perceives both prof...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! In this episode, we revisit some truly bold decision-making: • New York City decides Communism needed another chance through better marketing. • A courtroom virtual cameo featuring… no pants. • And a police pursuit where the getaway car (and d…

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! This week, Chris and Scott welcome longtime colleague and retired cop, Billy “Norm” Carlson and also introduce the show’s new Social Media Coordinator, Karah Sherwin! Billy reveals the details behind his one-of-a-kind law enforcement retiremen…

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Chris celebrates his Polish pride amid Poland’s shifting political landscape. We dig into the Phoenix Police Department’s controversial adoption of AI to monitor officer...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Tegan Broadwater shares his journey from musician to undercover officer, revealing the risks, humor, and emotional toll of living a double life. He discusses earning tru...

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text! Scott hits Tempe for a ride-along with a good friend, a dive into the unknown and awkward truths of prostate cancer awareness and detection, and we finish at the interse...