Episodes

Jan. 12, 2024

Murder by Numbers

Based upon a recent Gallup poll, the majority of Americans feel that crime had rapidly increased in 2023 despite FBI statistics currently indicating that many major cities in the United States have seen a historic drop in mu…
Jan. 3, 2024

A Most Trivial Pursuit

To start the year, check out our predictions for 2024…. With some of them considered through the topics of the famous board game, Trivial Pursuit . Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: htt…
Dec. 28, 2023

Closing Out 2023

On this episode, we thank our listeners, guests and families for their support and engagement of this podcast throughout 2023. HAPPY NEW YEAR from 3CT! Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: h…
Dec. 21, 2023

Christmas Ride Along 2023

As a cop working on Christmas, you are traditionally provided lower call volume and ideally, enforcement opportunities. So on this episode, join Scott & Shaun during their downtime for a Christmas ride along, where they can…
Dec. 14, 2023

A Non-Consensual Decree

With dozens of law enforcement agencies in the United States operating under Department of Justice consent decrees, many feel that a pattern and practice of poor results and premium legal fees has emerged for the politicians…
Dec. 7, 2023

Haunted by the Ghost of Christmas Present(s)

The guys get together to talk about the 2023 Holiday Season and some of the many things that they love about being a cop at Christmas.... Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://youtube…
Nov. 30, 2023

How to Rise from the Ashes without Burning It All Down with Attorney Bridget Truxillo

On this episode, we’re joined by former Sheriff’s Deputy, SWAT Officer, Narcotics Detective and current labor attorney, Bridget Truxillo, who candidly discusses how she came to be a lawyer that specializes in assisting first…
Nov. 23, 2023

Truly Thankful with Amber Climer

On an episode fitting for a Thanksgiving Day release, as two former narcotics detectives, Scott and Shaun are thankful to be joined by the Case Manager of Solutions of North Texas, and recovering addict, Amber Climber. Amber…
Nov. 16, 2023

Hate has a Dorm Room Here

In the wake of the recent graphic acts and of terrorism perpetrated by Hamas against Israeli civilians, we discuss the disturbing trend of antisemitic acts currently being practiced by many protestors on some college campuse…
Nov. 9, 2023

Nothing Too Serious

On this episode, we decide to take a break from all of the pressing topics to cover some things that are fortunately, not too serious. We have reason to believe that Chris may be a vampire. Scott provides us with a list of p…
Nov. 2, 2023

Addressing the Active Shooter "Blame Game"

In the wake of the latest mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine and the typical media-fueled blame game that regularly follows, we are joined by our good friend and regular contributor, certified clinical psychologist, Dr. Jennif…
Oct. 26, 2023

A Programming Update

Based upon an active threat situation in Lewiston, Maine, we provide some programming changes. Stay safe and please keep the people and First Responders in Lewiston in your thoughts. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https…
Oct. 19, 2023

Workin' The Police Desk

If you ask police officers what they fear most about the job, they'll likely tell you, "Having to work the police desk." To civilians, this fear may seem quite unexpected and perhaps even irrational, but after listening to t…
Oct. 12, 2023

Are You Paying Attention This Time?

The world can be a scary place and we’re often more comfortable with the social media distractions than the realities of the threats that we all face. On this episode, we discuss how recent world events should no longer rema…
Oct. 5, 2023

An Update on the Murder of Chicago Police Officer Ella French

Scott and Shaun provide an update to the criminal justice proceedings involving the August 2021 murder of Chicago Police Officer Ella French. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.com Website: https://www.3copstalk.com Youtube: https://you…
Sept. 28, 2023

Sex Trafficking Awareness with Heidi Chance of A Chance For Awareness

In the sex trade, it's been long said that "prostitution is the oldest known profession" and that "pimpin' ain't easy." However, both modern-day technology and mindset has definitely added to the demands placed upon its vic…
Sept. 21, 2023

Not So Speechless in Seattle

Do you wish you had a boss that had the guts to just tell it like it is? On this episode, Scott and Shaun are joined by recently retired veteran Seattle Police Lieutenant Jessica Taylor, to discuss her now infamous retiremen…
Sept. 14, 2023

ShotSpotter Technology with Thomas Chittum of SoundThinking Inc.

On this episode we're joined by Attorney and Retired Associate Deputy Director of the ATF, Thomas Chittum, who now serves as the Senior Vice President of Forensic Services at SoundThinking, Inc. We discuss how Tom's professi…
Sept. 7, 2023

The Enemy of My Enemy is My Friend with Scott Wisenbaker - Part 2

On Part 2 of this series, we continue our conversation with speaker, author, and founding Executive Director of Solutions of North Texas , Scott Wisenbaker, regarding his partnerships with law enforcement, the courts and cor…
Aug. 31, 2023

The Enemy of My Enemy is My Friend with Scott Wisenbaker - Part 1

This show is the first in a series of episodes we think you’ll find both motivational and emblematic of why we actually started this podcast. You’ll be introduced to Scott Wisenbaker, a man that suffered from addiction, witn…
Aug. 24, 2023

The Silence is Deafening

After nearly a decade of activism and civil unrest ignited by the often false narratives perpetuated by the corporate media and certain activist groups, we discuss why a recent, fact-based and particularly disturbing police …
Aug. 17, 2023

Trouble in Paradise

There’s no doubt that many seek Hawaii for its unique geographic beauty, as well as its isolation from the US mainland. On this episode Scott and Shaun discuss how some of those same factors could be negatively impacting th…
Aug. 10, 2023

Where Did All the Old Cops Go?

We are again joined by Police One and The Rural Badge columnist, Kathleen Dias, to discuss her most recent article, " Where Did All the Old Cops Go? " You'll find it a great conversation about some impacts of the financial d…
Guest: Kathleen Dias
Aug. 3, 2023

The Dreamer Police

Today, Scott and Shaun discuss how the seemingly clandestine, yet largely unanimous, legislative process in Illinois now allows non-United States citizens to serve as police officers within the state. Email: 3copstalk@gmail.…