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
34 episodes
What lessons can be learned from military, law enforcement and other life transitions?
What drives a high school athlete to enlist in the Marine Corps at 17? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Officer Chris from the Miami-Dade Police Department, as he shares his remarkable journey from the football field to the battlefiel...
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How did two brothers find their individual journey in faith and as career first responders?
What drives someone to leave behind a promising career in architecture for the unknown world of law enforcement? Join us as we sit down with brothers Jose and Luis, first responders whose life stories are nothing short of inspiring. From Luis's...
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026: Does the pain of losing your legendary dad and MPD motors officer ever go away?
Detective Matt Williams' journey in the Miami Police Department has been both inspiring and heartfelt. Imagine balancing a high-stakes career in law enforcement with family life, all while honoring the memory of a father who lost his life in th...
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025: Does God still do miracles and are we doing enough to take care of our officers?
Have you ever wondered how faith can intersect with law enforcement? Jonathan, a 15-year veteran of the Chattanooga Police Department and Hamilton County Sheriff's Office, is here to weave together his personal journey from the pulpit to the pa...
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024: Can a marriage between officers survive job pressures and a near death experience?
Navigate the dynamics of marriage while working in a high-pressure field like law enforcement has proven to be a challenge. We sat down with Captain Sean Raven and Lieutenant Patty Raven, a married couple with an impressive history in the Davie...
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023: How does humor and Christ play huge role in a current lieutenant and previous undercover police officer?
Lieutenant Robert Valdes of the Miami Police Department brings to light the power of laughter and humor as essential tools in police work. With a rewarding career spanning over 24 years, Lt. Valdes shares fascinating stories and ins...
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022: What makes a retired successful business man decide to dedicate his life to serving our First Responders?
Join us as, Al Eskanazy, Bronx-born philanthropist unfolds his remarkable journey through the civil rights era, paralleling a career in insurance with an unwavering dedication to community service. Al opens up about his deeply personal ve...
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021: How does the power of faith plays a role in the most difficult patrol situations?
Strap in as we embark on a journey that spans decades, tracing the path of a man called to serve. Meet Master Sergeant Mario Rojo, who committed 36 years of his life to safeguarding the streets of Miami Beach. From a young age of 13, Mario felt...
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020: How important is respect in Law Enforcement?
Timestamps0:02:38 - A Conversation with Chief Frank Fernandez0:04:18 - Respect for Law Enforcement0:10:55 - Mutual Respect Between Officers and the Community0:15:50 - Working with Fellow Officer Who Is Not Resp...
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019: Can a blended law enforcement career and a blended family come together?
Timestamps0:02:22 - Officer David Cruz Discusses His Career Path and Public Service0:12:21 - Qualities Needed to be a Law Enforcement Agent0:16:38 - Heading: Coping with Stressful Situations in Law Enforcement0:19:46...
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018: How did the Miami Dade County Chiefs of Police Association, officer wellness initiative begin?
Our guest on this episode is Chief Rene Landa from the South Miami Police Department. In this episode we review the progress of the Miami Dade County Chiefs of Police Association officer wellness initiative. Over 18 months later and...
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017: What is the nature of the attack on our first responders and their families?
Summary/Abstract We have two guests today: Jim Bontrager, the president elect of the International Conference of Police Chaplain (ICPC) and founder of Warrior on the Wall Ministries, and Jenny Lason, how2loveourcops.org. Jim and Jen...
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016: What can the Billy Graham Law Enforcement Ministry offer me?
We were privileged to have once again David Rutledge is a retired law enforcement officer from the foothills of North Carolina. He worked for the Asheville Police Department for 30 years, and seven of those years were spent running major cases....
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015: Who is a Fire Fighter and Urban Search and Rescue Team Member's hero?
Welcome to our episode with Yendy Gonzalez, a firefighter
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014: What is it like in the life of a 911 call taker?
Police Call Taker with Aquil RobertsThe number of emergency calls received by the police every year is staggering. In fact, there are hundreds of thousands of emergency calls received in police call centers that require immediat...
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013: How do you make a turnaround from tremendous tragedy?
Give your Life a Turnaround from a Tragic Experience with officer Jose Rodriguez (Medley Police Department)Life is a cycle, and we will all hit rock bottoms in our sojourn on earth, whether it is the loss of a job, a divorce, th...
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012: How does navigating the challenges of a police career help shape the vision for University of Miami Police Chief?
Navigating the Challenges with Chief David Rivero (UMPD)Law enforcement officers do a crucial job of protecting citizens. This demanding career comes with a ton of challenges and traumatic scenes. A normal human being will see o...
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011: Ask A Cop - What is it like having your son and husband in Law Enforcement?
Get to know a true hero. Mom and Wife to a Miami Police Officer talks about her journey. Find inspiration from do's an don'ts she has learned along the way.
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Ask A Cop Extra - Live at 2023 LEO Appreciation Lunch
Retired from NYPD, Pastor Carlos Aviles was our guest for an annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Lunch we host every year. This year we were able to host a live Podcast during our lunch with about 17 police agencies and over 160 people in atten...
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010: Why would I become a police officer, if I thought the police officer was the boogie man?
The Miami-Dade School Police Department is the largest school police departments in the nation. On this episode we get to join a heart felt conversation with the youngest Chief of Police of MDSPD. Personally Chief Edwin changed his perspective ...
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Ask A Cop Extra - Why does the Holiday Season impact our officers?
The Holiday Season is a time of joy and celebration, but it can also present unique challenges for our first responders. Due to the shift work, the increased crime and other difficult factors, law enforcement are especially burdended during thi...
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009: What is harder, flying a helicopter or waiting on God?
What is harder, flying a helicopter or waiting on God. We get to join the journey the store of officer Mario getting into law enforcement and eventually becoming a helicopter pilot for Miami Dade Police Department.
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Ask A Cop Extra - How was hope lost and how do we get it back?
In today's episode we talk about how help for law enforcement professionals, first responders, and soldiers, the warrior class, must be different. The models of the recent past have in large part failed to bring hope, and instead trapped ...
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008: How does faith guide your dreams to become your reality?
In this episode, Sergeant Dennys Fernandez joins us. He describes how his desire to become a police officer became reality after he had worked 10 years for UPS. Moreover, Dennys gives us insight on how faith has guided and helped him, how his t...
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Ask A Cop Extra - How important is being vigilant during the Holiday Season?
We are joined by Sweetwater PD Executive Officer Arche and Chief Placido. Dolphin mall is within SPD jurisdiction and attracts millions of visitors every year. Chief Placido reminds us if we see something, say something. With ...
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