Public Safety Talk Radio

The podcast for all of our heroes in public safety, including law enforcement professionals, firefighters, EMTs, corrections officers, healthcare workers, and more.

Public Safety Talk Radio is a government podcast hosted by Kenneth Bator, with 173 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Kenneth Bator hosts Public Safety Talk Radio, a government show with 173 episodes published.

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  First-Responder Trauma, Peer Support, and Recovery

  Sep 29, 202653 min

  Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 173 Retired Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office deputy Ryan Cleveringa joins Ken Bator for a candid conversation about the hidden toll of a career in public safety—and the courage it takes to ask for help. Ryan shares how repeated critical incidents, moral injury, isolation, strained relationships, and an early mismatch with therapy shaped his journey before he found a culturally competent clinician and the California Law Enforcement Assistance Program (CALEAP). He explains how CALEAP’s confidential, peer-driven seminars help law enforcement officers, firefighters, dispatchers, investigators, and their spouses recognize trauma responses, build trusted support networks, communicate more effectively, and rediscover hope. The discussion also explores why the right therapist matters, how spouses can become part of recovery, and why first responders should reach out before reaching rock bottom. Ryan’s message is simple and urgent: you don’t have to carry everything alone. Accept the hand that is offered, do the work, and be willing to leave behind what no longer serves you. Learn more about CALEAP at https://www.caleap.org/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net Learn more about our sponsors, the National Police Federal Credit Union at https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/ And Police Mortgage at https://policemortgage.com/ Also check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

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  The Financial Cop’s Guide to Getting Out of Debt

  Sep 22, 202640 min

  The Financial Cop’s Guide to Getting Out of Debt Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 172 Ken Bator sits down with Nick Daugherty—known as “The Financial Cop”—for a candid conversation about financial wellness for first responders. A retired sergeant and financial professional, Nick shares his own journey from heavy debt to financial freedom and explains why money problems are often less about math and more about behavior, discipline, and control. Ken and Nick discuss practical approaches to getting out of debt, including the debt snowball and debt avalanche methods, and why the best plan is the one a person will actually follow. They also explore how financial stress affects the emotional, physical, professional, and family lives of public safety professionals—and how taking control of a budget can create options, confidence, and long-term freedom. The conversation also covers common financial mistakes among young first responders, the importance of eliminating high-interest debt, and the value of building a “legacy go bag” so loved ones know where to find critical financial and estate information in an emergency. Nick emphasizes that wealth-building does not require perfection or a single guru’s system. It requires awareness, consistency, and a plan that fits real life. Listeners will learn: why budgeting is the foundation of financial wellness, how to choose a debt payoff strategy, why high-interest debt can hold back wealth-building, and how better financial preparation can protect both first responders and their families. Learn more about Nick Daugherty at https://financialcop.com/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net Learn more about our sponsors, the National Police Federal Credit Union at https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/ And Police Mortgage at https://policemortgage.com/ Also check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

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  Lady Law Shield: When First Responders Need Backup

  Sep 15, 202647 min

  Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 171 Bridget Truxillo - founder of Lady Law Shield and a former deputy sheriff with experience in patrol, narcotics, organized crime, and SWAT - shares how her law enforcement career shaped her mission to support first responders facing workplace challenges, legal uncertainty, and the mental strain that can come with feeling unsupported by their agencies. Ken Bator – Producer and Host of Public Safety Talk Radio - and Bridget discuss the value women bring to public safety, the realities of serving in high-pressure environments, and why communication, judgment, and emotional resilience can be just as critical as physical strength. Bridget also explains how Lady Law Shield fills a unique gap for first responders by combining employment law guidance with practical support, helping officers, firefighters, dispatchers, corrections professionals, and other public safety personnel understand their options before problems spiral further. The conversation also explores entrepreneurship, leadership, agency culture, due process, accountability, and what prospective first responders should consider before choosing a department. Bridget offers candid advice on researching agency culture, asking better questions during the hiring process, understanding benefits and policies, and preparing mentally for a career that demands both courage and self-awareness. Whether you are a current first responder, considering a career in public safety, leading a department, or simply interested in the people behind the badge, this episode offers an honest look at service, advocacy, leadership, and the importance of making private problems public when accountability is needed. Learn more about Lady Law Shield at https://ladylawshield.com/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

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  Never Forget: A Public Safety Reflection on 9/11

  Sep 8, 202610 min

  Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 170 In this reflective solo episode of Public Safety Talk Radio, host Ken Bator pauses the regular guest lineup to mark the September 11 remembrance week and honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001. Ken shares where he was that morning—the same day he launched Bator Training and Consulting—and recalls the confusion, shock, and heartbreak as the attacks unfolded. With special recognition for the first responders, families, survivors, and those still carrying physical, emotional, and mental wounds from that day, this episode is a call for remembrance, perspective, prayer, and gratitude. Ken encourages listeners—especially those too young to remember 9/11 firsthand—to revisit the history, understand its impact, and take time to reflect while continuing to live with purpose and appreciation. The show returns next week with another guest and a continued focus on the Soundness Initiative: supporting the physical, emotional, financial, and professional soundness of first responders. Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

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  Inside the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame

  Sep 1, 202629 min

  Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 169 Megan Stockburger, co-founder of the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame, joins us to talk about honoring the officers whose service goes far beyond the badge. Megan shares how a local Ohio recognition event grew into a national movement, why inductees are selected by their peers, and what “above and beyond” truly means in law enforcement. The conversation explores powerful stories of resilience, sacrifice, and service—from officers who transformed personal trauma into programs that support others, to K9 heroes and crisis negotiators whose work often happens outside the spotlight. Megan also talks about the Hall of Fame’s broader mission to become a trusted hub for resources that support law enforcement officers, families, and the organizations already doing meaningful work across the country. Learn more about The National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame at https://www.nationalleohalloffame.com/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

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