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Feb. 6, 2024

Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Leadership with Bryce Lee

Discover the timeless principles of Stoic philosophy as Air Force veteran and law enforcement professional Bryce Lee joins us to unveil the nexus between ancient wisdom and modern courage. Through the lens of his own experien...

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Feb. 2, 2024

Imposters Among Us with Turk Gallagher

Turk Gallagher isn't just another voice in the maze of law enforcement; he's a beacon of truth in a world where leadership can often falter in the face of adversity. Our latest conversation peels back the layers of command, r...

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Jan. 31, 2024

The Reimagining of NYPD Will Destroy Community Safety

The How Many Stops Act legislation in New York City is the beginning of the end for effective policing in New York City. In this episode, Dr. Travis Yates discusses the recently approved legislation that's sparking fierce de...

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Jan. 30, 2024

The 'Fatal 10' with Dr. Olivia Johnson

When former police officer and Air Force veteran Dr. Olivia Johnson speaks, her words carry the weight of experience and a heartfelt dedication to an issue that's as complex as it is urgent: police officer suicide. In a rivet...

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Jan. 26, 2024

Going To Prison For Failing To Turn On A Body Camera

Could the simple mistake of failing to press 'record' cost a police officer 15 years behind bars? Dr. Travis Yates challenges you to consider the harsh realities of a legislative proposal that's sparking debate across Tenness...

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Jan. 22, 2024

The Power Of One with Tyler Thomas

Have you ever wondered what it takes to invigorate a community through leadership? Eureka County Under Sheriff Tyler Thomas joins us to share his groundbreaking work in organizing a leadership conference that is reshaping law...

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Jan. 18, 2024

Phoenix, Consent Decrees, & The DOJ with PLEA President Darrell Kripl…

Discover how federal consent decrees transform the landscape of law enforcement, with special guest Darrell Kriplean, President of the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association. We're taking a hard look at the often unseen conseque...

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Jan. 16, 2024

Lies, Deception, & Minneapolis with Dr. J.C. Chaix

Travis is kicking off 2024 with a fascinating discussion with the writer and director of "The Fall of Minneapolis," Dr. J.C. Chaix. Dr. Chaix reveals the web of misconceptions surrounding strategic media and communication, p...

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Jan. 14, 2024

Phoenix PD's Bold Pushback Against DOJ Overreach

When the Phoenix Police Department stood firm against the Department of Justice's consent decree, they didn't just shake the foundations of federal oversight—they may have redefined the future of American policing. This groun...

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Jan. 12, 2024

Don't Feed The Trolls

Have you ever been caught between doing what's morally right and dodging public criticism? That's the tightrope of leadership we're walking on today's "Courageous Leadership with Travis Yates," where we dissect how narratives...

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Jan. 11, 2024

Recruitment Reimagined with Jake Peters

Prepare to unlock the secrets of innovative law enforcement recruiting with Jake Peters from SAFEGUARD Recruiting , whose fresh perspective on law enforcement recruitment is nothing short of revolutionary. Jake's journey from...

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Jan. 9, 2024

The Elijah McClain Case with Graham Judd

Join us as we sit down with Graham Judd, an expert in the field of paramedics and medical education, to address a topic that's sparking controversy across the nation: the criminal prosecution of paramedics. This episode peels...

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Jan. 6, 2024

Attitude Is Everything

This episode is a tribute to the legacy of leadership, a man whose positive attitude was a beacon to those he met. Montie Box was an influential figure, who taught that success in leadership is as much about uplifting others ...

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Jan. 1, 2024

Navigating Life Beyond the Badge with Jessica Flores

Imagine hanging up your badge after years of dedicated service, only to face the daunting question: what comes next? Jessica Flores, former law enforcement officer turned mindset mentor and transition coach, joins Travis Yate...

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Dec. 29, 2023

Leading Relentlessly with Stan Partlow

Join Dr. Travis Yates and the insightful Stan Partlow, as we navigate the turbulent seas of police leadership. Stan's lineage in law enforcement paints a vivid backdrop for our candid dialogue on the profession's current pred...

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Dec. 27, 2023

Leadership Lessons from the Elijah McClain Verdict

In this episode, Dr. Travis Yates examines the recent verdict in the Elijah McClain incident and the far-reaching implications to all first responders. The Paramedic Profession and all first responders should take notice tha...

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Dec. 22, 2023

Reforming The Reformers with Mike Brown

This episode of Courageous Leadership with Travis Yates features Mike Brown with Security Training Concepts . Mike is a former police officer, and owner of Security Training Concepts out of Chicago, Illinois. Mike is the auth...

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Dec. 6, 2023

The Last Stand with the Phoenix Police Department

DOJ Consent Decrees have been one of the most destructive actions against law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. While the federal government is Constitutionally prohibited from taking control of local law e...

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Dec. 4, 2023

Cops Going To Jail For Following Policy

In the days that followed May 25, 2020, major police organizations and thousands of law enforcement officials bought the narrative that that a white, black, and asian police officer murdered George Floyd in broad daylight. Ba...

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Nov. 29, 2023

Principled Leadership with Sheriff (ret.) Andy Hughes

Sheriff (ret.) Andy Hughes is a rare phenomenon in law enforcement leadership. His principled based approach to leadership combined with his unwavering faith in God has delivered him to four agencies over the last 30 years, l...

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Nov. 21, 2023

The Scam Called 'Recruiting'

Dr. Travis Yates has spoken extensively about the need for law enforcement to actually recruit and those that are taking advantage of the recruitment crisis in the profession. After a recent Courageous Leadership Seminar, Tra...

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Nov. 16, 2023

The Fall of Minneapolis with Liz Collin

The world changed in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd but what if all of it was a lie? What if instead of this being a police officer problem, it was a leadership problem? The only journalist to investigate the fact...

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Oct. 18, 2023

The DOJ Provides Recruiting Standards & They Are Dangerous

In this episode, Dr. Travis Yates expands on the recent Department of Justice recommendations on law enforcement recruiting and how it is designed to further destroy the foundation of policing. This is an episode that every l...

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Sept. 30, 2023

Consent Decree: Silence Is Violence

There may be nothing more weak than law enforcement leaders and organizations sitting back and not discussing the damage that Federal Intervention in local law enforcement is causing the profession and the communities that ar...

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