Ask A Cop
Ask A Cop is live and unscripted. Each episode gives other officers and the community a window into a police officer's world and provides authentic community engagement with law enforcement professionals.Listeners can relate by asking questions, hearing some of their own struggles, and finding solutions. Despite preconceived notions, these men and women, who serve and protect, are approachable and eager to answer questions. This resource provides meaningful engagement for officers, their families, and the community. As chaplains, we have witnessed the immeasurable rewards of simply sitting down and having these positive conversations. Produced in partnership with Gods Way Radio.
Episodes
61 episodes
Bold Purpose: From Pain To Purpose - Darren Bennet
Darren Bennet traces how loss, betrayal, and burnout became a path toward purpose and a renewed call to serve first responders. We share raw moments, therapy tools, and faith practices that helped us get back up and keep moving forward when sta...
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Bold Witness: Taking The Good Message To Bad Places | Joe Hernandez
Joe Hernandez shares his journey from rubble to redemption, arguing that the disaster scene is holy ground and the work of care is a living sermon. Hard lessons from Oklahoma City to Surfside interweave with grief, quiet courage, and practical ...
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Bold Stewardship: Saving Money, Saving Lives | Chris Sierra
Chris Sierra connects financial discipline to real peace at home and on the job, showing how stewardship lowers stress, protects marriages, and builds a future you actually want. Pensions matter, but 457(b)s, HSAs, and a sober budget turn good ...
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Bold Legacy: Relationship Resiliency | Kevin Schroeder
Kevin shares how his marriage was on the brink of disaster was rebuilt through repentance, daily habits, and a hope that doesn’t expire. From the Marine Corps to patrol nights to the pulpit, the throughline is a legacy shaped by Scripture, pray...
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March Or Die | Jeremy Stalnecker
Jeremy Stalnecker shares how resilience is built before the crisis, why agency beats victimhood, and how “march or die” turns chaos into a clear next step. Stories from combat, Scripture, and hard-won lessons ground a simple call: pre-decide yo...
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Bold As Lions | Chad DePew
Chad DePew shares with us how we wrestle with the first responder identity crisis and lay out a path to move from wounds to scars, from constant vigilance to real rest. We share four identity traps and four steps to reclaim a life rooted in som...
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Finding Identity Beyond The Uniform | Jeremy Stalnecker
Jeremy Stalnecker shares with us about this experience from combat to ministry and the identity loss that followed, using Hebrews 12 to build a framework of cause, crowd, cost, and Christ. He offers us a clear path from isolation to hope.
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Rest: Essential For Survival | Razz Vazquez
Razz Vazquez shares with first responders and families about why true rest is essential, not optional. Scripture, story, and hard-won lessons show how to release what we carry, reset priorities, and return to the work with clear hearts and stea...
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047: What is Bleeding Blue doing now? - Danny Morales (Detective Miami-Dade Sheriffs Office)
Danny Morales shares the story of founding Bleeding Blue, an organization that supports officers injured or killed in the line of duty and addresses critical mental health needs of first responders. Since 2022, Bleeding Blue has distributed ove...
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046: Can Persistence Overcome 21 Law Enforcement Rejections? - Ellery Collado (Major Florida Highway Patrol)
Major Ellery Collado shares his journey from corrections officer to Florida Highway Patrol Troop Commander for Miami-Dade and Monroe County, revealing how persistence, faith, and mentorship shaped his 25-year career in law enforcement.•...
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045: From Stolen Hondas to Spiritual Growth - Michelle Verdin (Sergeant Miami Police Department)
Sergeant Michelle Verdin shares her 17-year journey with the Miami Police Department, revealing how faith, forgiveness, and mental health education transformed both her personal life and approach to law enforcement. Her story highlights the int...
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044: How Does One Officer's Career Evolved Beyond Retirement - Milton Montes de Oca (Ret. City of Miami Police, Sweetwater PD)
Officer Milton Montes de Oca shares his remarkable journey from Cuban immigrant to City of Miami Police veteran to mental health advocate at Sweetwater PD, revealing how life challenges transformed his purpose and mission.• Born in Cuba...
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043: Finding Purpose After the Police Radio Goes Silent - Manuel Inguanzo (Ret. City of Miami Police)
Officer Manny Inguanzo reflects on his 31-year career with the City of Miami Police Department, sharing how faith sustained his marriage, guided career transitions, and prepared him for retirement. His journey from patrolling Miami's toughest n...
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042: From Military Service to Miami Lieutenant: Joseph Guell's (Lieutenant City of Miami Police)
Lieutenant Joseph Guell shares his personal journey from military service to a 31-year law enforcement career, emphasizing the emotional resilience required in the field. The episode highlights the importance of community connection, family sup...
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041: How Do Love and Faith Shape a Law Enforcement Partnership? - Carla and Ricky (Sergeant MDPD)
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040: The passion and dedication of a motorman - Lieutenant Humberto Herrera (Sweetwater PD)
This episode of Ask a Cop features Lieutenant Humberto Herrera from Sweetwater Police Department, who shares insights about the motivations behind law enforcement and the importance of community connections. He discusses the values of empathy, ...
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039: From Miami Streets to Sweetwater Leadership: Assistant Chiefs Frank Fernandez and Chief Diez (Sweetwater PD)
The episode delves into the vital role of community policing, highlighting the experiences and insights of Sweetwater's Chief Diez and Assistant Chief Fernandez. Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the personal motivations that drive these...
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038: How do chaplains offer hope and support during California wildfires? (Recorded from Chaplains in the field at the California Wildfires)
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037: 4 Chaplains Day - How do the heroic acts of Four Chaplains continue to inspire and shape the role of chaplaincy in crisis response today?
This episode discusses the significance of Four Chaplains Day and shares the story of the four military chaplains who sacrificed their lives during World War II. We explore the important role of law enforcement chaplains today, their experience...
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036: What is the mindset and approach to policing on a University Campus? - Alex Casas (Chief, FIUPD)
Chief Casas shares insights on the evolution of policing from traditional methods to community-oriented approaches, particularly in the context of academia. He highlights the importance of empathy, mental health awareness, and proactive engagem...
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035: A Journey from Law Enforcement to Ministry - Chaplain Ken Kerrigan's (Retired BSO)
Imagine transitioning from the high-stakes world of law enforcement to the heart-centered mission of ministry. This is the journey of Ken Kerrigan, a former Broward Sheriff's Office deputy and now chaplain for the Secret Service in Miami. With ...
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034: What is Bleeding Blue? - Danny Morales and Brandon Espinosa (MDPD)
Step into the inspiring world of law enforcement with Danny Morales and Brandon Espinosa, two Miami-Dade officers deeply influenced by their stepfather, a seasoned 31-year veteran of the Hialeah Police Department. You'll hear how Brandon got hi...
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033: Building a Ministry and Navigating Retirement- Jorge Alessandri (Ret. Miami Beach PD)
What if you discovered that the milestones in your career weren't just your doing, but part of a greater plan? Our guest this week opens up about his journey of faith within the law enforcement community. Raised in a non-traditional Christian h...
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032: Unyielding Spirit - Law Enforcement, Faith, and Miraculous Recovery - Carlos Rosario (Miami-Dade School Board Police, Retired FHP Trooper
What does it take to serve and protect your community with unwavering dedication? Join us as we welcome Officer Carlos Rosario, a seasoned law enforcement professional who has spent 18 years in various roles, from Department of Correction offic...
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031: Ever wondered what it's like to balance faith, family, and the demands of law enforcement? - Constant Rosemand (Sergeant Miami Police Department)
Ever wondered what it's like to balance faith, family, and the demands of law enforcement? Meet Officer Roseman, whose journey began in Brooklyn, New York, as a preacher's kid and led him through a remarkable 30-year career across multiple poli...
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