KSam Speaks Podcast

"With You" Founder discusses First Responder's Mental Health Aug 13, 2024

Summary In this episode, K-Sam interviews Allen Cormier, a law enforcement officer and the founder of the nonprofit organization With You. They discuss the importance of addressing mental health and wellness among first responders and their challenges in seeking help. Allen shares his journey of struggling with stress and anxiety and how it led him to create With You. The organization aims to provide a supportive community for first responders, where they can ask for help without stigma. They also discuss the impact of societal pressure on first responders and the need for honest conversations and peer support. Keywords #firstresponders, #mentalhealthwellness, #stress, #anxiety, #nonprofit, #WithYou, #support, #stigma, #culture, #peersupport, #family, #suicide, #riskybehavior, #community Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Weather Update 01:20 Introducing Alan Cormier and With You 08:30 The Stigma and Culture Around Asking for Help 12:37 Including Family Members in the Support Network 15:11 The Impact of Societal Pressure on First Responders 30:15 How to Get Involved with With You 30:50 Closing Remarks and Words of Encouragement

Step Into The Boots Jul 23, 2024

Summary

In this episode, K-Sam discusses the importance of stepping into the boots of law enforcement officers to understand their work and challenges. He addresses the contempt of cops and the need for respect for authority. K-Sam also talks about the priority of protecting individuals and families before one's safety and the misconception of police being militarized and viewing citizens as enemies. He emphasizes the importance of love and empathy in bridging the gap between law enforcement and the community. K-Sam concludes with a reminder to appreciate every moment in life.

Keywords

#lawenforcement, #respect, #authority, #protection, #safety, #militarizedpolice, #love, #empathy

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Officer Statistics

04:48 Discussing 'Police the Police' Video

08:37 Contempt of Cop and Respect for Authority

15:52 Police, Safety, and Misconceptions

29:10 Closing Remarks

"Oh,my cane!" Jul 03, 2024

In this episode, K-Sam shares a story about a shoplifting incident at Home Depot and discusses how criminals can manipulate the system to avoid going to jail or delay the process. He also highlights a case where a man faked a mental illness to avoid prison and the failures of the justice system in holding judges and doctors accountable. The episode ends with words of encouragement. -Criminals often know how to manipulate the system to avoid going to jail or delay the process. -The justice system needs to hold judges and doctors accountable for misdiagnoses and failures in assessing mental illness. -Victims and their families can be left without justice when criminals exploit loopholes. -It is important to be aware of the flaws in the justice system and work towards improving accountability. -If something doesn't bring peace, profits, or purpose, it's not worth your time, energy, or attention.

Perspective Shift Jun 10, 2024

Summary In this episode, K-Sam discusses a perspective shift in law enforcement and the importance of citizens engaging with the police. He shares a text message from someone who did a ride-along with him and had their perspective changed. K-Sam also talks about the budget cuts in the Denver Police Department and the impact they have on hiring new officers and providing necessary training. He expresses concern about the allocation of funds to address the migrant influx while neglecting the issues faced by US citizens. Takeaways Engaging with law enforcement can lead to a perspective shift and a better understanding of their role in the community. Budget cuts in police departments can hinder hiring new officers and providing necessary training. Allocating funds to address the migrant influx while neglecting issues faced by US citizens raises concerns. Choosing the right circle of people who celebrate growth rather than judge change is important. Keywords #perspectiveshift,#lawenforcement, #citizens, #ride-along, #budget cuts, #DenverPoliceDepartment, #migrantinflux Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Law Enforcement Statistics Update 02:47 The Ride-Along Experience: A Shift in Perspective 13:54 Understanding the Need for Multiple Officers

Mental Culpability vs Criminal Culpability May 27, 2024

In this episode, the host discusses the case of Officer Brianne Leath, who was killed in the line of duty in Indianapolis in 2020. The host highlights the high number of police officers being shot and the lack of media coverage on the issue. The host also explores the trial of the suspect, Elias Dorsey, who was found guilty but mentally ill on charges of reckless homicide instead of murder. The host raises concerns about the leniency given to criminals compared to law enforcement officers and the impact on officer recruitment and morale.

Takeaways

There is a high number of police officers being shot in the line of duty, but there is a lack of media coverage on the issue.
The trial of Elias Dorsey, the suspect in Officer Brianne Leath's case, resulted in a guilty but mentally ill verdict on charges of reckless homicide instead of murder.
The leniency given to criminals compared to law enforcement officers raises concerns about accountability and sends a negative message to law enforcement.
The impact of these cases on officer recruitment and morale is significant, as it becomes harder to attract people to become police officers.

Dexter Reed Episode May 03, 2024

In this episode, K-Sam discusses the incident involving Dexter Reed, a young man who was shot and killed by law enforcement in Chicago. K-Sam highlights the increasing number of officers being shot daily and the high number of officer deaths in the line of duty. He also pays tribute to a sheriff's deputy who took his own life. K-Sam emphasizes the importance of mental health support for law enforcement and the need for accountability on all sides. He addresses the arguments made by Reed's family's attorney and questions the narrative of racial injustice in this particular case. K-Sam concludes by urging compliance and empathy in interactions with law enforcement. #DexterReed, #lawenforcement,#officershootings, #officerdeaths, #mentalhealth, #accountability, #compliance, #racialinjustice Chapters 00:00 Addressing the Increasing Number of Officer Shootings 08:39 The Details of the Dexter Reed Case 12:50 Critiquing the Narrative Pushed by Reed's Family 31:04 The Reality of Life-Threatening Situations Faced by Law Enforcement

Pay Day Apr 13, 2024

In this episode, K-Sam discusses various topics, including the recent eclipse, the number of police officers shot in the line of duty, the difference between federal and state jail time, the case of the Mississippi Goon Squad, the shooting of Officer Jonathan Diller, and the scandal involving Laverne police officers. K-Sam emphasizes the need for appreciation and support for law enforcement and highlights their challenges. He also shares words of encouragement and concludes the episode.

#eclipse2024, #totaleclipse2024, #policeofficers, #MississippiGoonSquad, #OfficerJonathanDiller, #LaverneTnpoliceofficers, #community, #police, #education

Takeaways

Don't ever accept failure - the meaning behind the brand 'deaf' The hype and excitement surrounding the recent eclipse The alarming number of police officers shot in the line of duty The difference between federal and state jail time The case of the Mississippi Goon Squad and the severity of their sentences The shooting and death of Officer Jonathan Diller The scandal involving Laverne police officers and the subsequent lawsuit settlement The importance of appreciation and support for law enforcement

Mississippi Goon Sqaud Apr 01, 2024

In this episode of the KSAM Speaks podcast, the host discusses the Mississippi Goon Squad incident and highlights the importance of addressing officer suicide rates and the number of officers shot and killed in the line of duty. The host emphasizes the need for resources and support to prevent officer suicides and calls for harsher penalties for those who attack law enforcement. The Mississippi Goon Squad incident is described, where white police officers abused and assaulted two black men, leading to their conviction and imprisonment. The host expresses frustration with the lack of attention given to officers shot and killed and calls for unity and change in the country.

African Americans in Law Enforcement Pt. 2 Feb 26, 2024

As I continue to spotlight African Americans in law enforcement for Black History Month, I spoke with Sgt. Holmes on his experience as an African American in law enforcement.

African Americans in Law Enforcement Feb 13, 2024

As part of celebrating Black History Month, let's take a journey down the history timeline of African Americans in law enforcement.

#lawenforcement #police #community #education

KSam Speaks Podcast- Episode 34 The Rebrand Jan 23, 2024

This episode is the first episode of the rebrand of the podcast that was formerly known as "Speak On It Podcast." Statistics from the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) on Officers Shot in the line of duty.

Episode 33- With You Sep 25, 2023

One of the founders of the newly formed non-profit organization, "With You" joined me to discuss his struggles with his mental health and what made him take action to help fellow first responders beat the stigma of not asking for help.

#lawenforcement #police #community #education

Episode 32- The Human Element Sep 08, 2023

In this episode, I discuss the human elements that go into the job of a police officer and how society, the media, and activist groups are working to change those elements within the profession.

Episode 31- Recruiting Struggles in Law Enforcement Jul 19, 2023

This episode discusses how the struggles in law enforcement recruiting can cause police departments to lower their hiring standards and settle for quantity rather than quality.

Episode 30- Teens, Cellphones, & Social Media Jun 13, 2023

Discuss the dangers of teens with cell phones and their full access to cell phones, the internet, and social media.

Episode 29- Consistency in the Work May 29, 2023

Episode 29 discusses recent events in the last year of my life that caused me to focus more on some things than others. I discuss being consistent in things we do in life, National Police Week, and Mental Health Awareness Month (May). SHARE SHARE SHARE

Episode 28- No Color to the Badge Feb 24, 2023

Myself and Sgt. Holmes discusses how police departments can regain the trust of their community after a critical incident like in Memphis, TN. What can police reform look like and how do these incidents affect us as black officers?

Episode 27- Breakdown on Tyre Nichols Incident Feb 01, 2023

Sgt. Holmes and myself breakdown the incident involving Memphis Police Department and Tyre Nichols.

Episode 26- Police Accountability Jan 13, 2023

Special guest "JT" joins me as we discuss different cases when the police were held accountable for their actions. Also discussed is how has cellphone video hurt and helped society during law enforcement encounters.

Episode 25- Mental Status Pt. 2 Dec 25, 2022

In this episode, retired Sgt. Michael Sugrue joins me as we discuss mental health within law enforcement. Sgt. Sugrue discusses his newly released book "RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma" and how this book is actively saving lives, marriages, and relationships for officers.

Link for the book on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/RELENTLESS-COURAGE-Winning-Against-Frontline/dp/1736824414/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HZGXOG9F40ZM&keywords=relentless+courage+book+michael+sugrue&qid=1671957727&sprefix=relentless+co%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-1

Episode 24- Voice on the Other Side Oct 31, 2022

Dispatch supervisor Monica gives us an inside view of what it is like being a 911/police/fire dispatcher. She also gives us a story on one of her funniest 911 calls.

Episode 23- Safer Schools w/ Ret. Police Chief Perry Gallow Sep 27, 2022

In this episode, I discuss the Uvalde, Tx school shooting with Retired Police Chief Perry Gallow.

Episode 22- Voice of Educators Jun 19, 2022

Educators Chelsee Allsion and Mayria Ledet join me via Zoom and discuss school shootings and their concerns and thoughts as educators.

Episode 21- The Youth May 23, 2022

This episode is about an incident that took place in Syracuse, NY involving the police and an 8-year-old boy. Below are the links to all the videos that were played in this episode.

https://cnycentral.com/news/local/father-of-8-year-old-taken-into-custody-in-viral-video-says-police-mistreated-my-son

https://www.kktv.com/2022/04/20/8-year-old-detained-by-police-new-york-caught-video/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wku1onZlAl0

https://youtu.be/zyq1q5mjJfs

https://www.syracuse.com/crime/2022/04/experts-syracuse-police-stop-of-boy-caught-on-video-could-have-gone-better-but-had-good-moments-too.html

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbJ74kbnjac

Episode 20- Who To Trust Mar 28, 2022

In this episode, I discuss multiple ambushes against police that have taken place across the country within the first 2 1/2 months of the year 2022. Often it is discussed how the community can trust law enforcement, but now I ask the question of how can law enforcement trust the community?

Episode 19- What Made Me Walk Away (Pt. 1) Jan 31, 2022

In today's society, law enforcement can be mentally & physically demanding. I wanted to interview three individuals who had to make the tough decision to walk away from the law enforcement profession. In this episode, my first special guest Tristan Brown gives insight into his decision to walk away from the law enforcement profession. Tristan was an officer in the North Texas area where we met in the police academy.
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Episode 18- Mental Status Jan 14, 2022

In this episode, I interviewed a special guest who is a retired Sargent with a police department in the San Fransico Bay area, Sgt. Michael Sugrue. Sgt. Sugrue discusses how after a fatal officer-involved shooting, his life spiraled downward drastically until he finally had enough strength and courage to ask for help.

Episode 17- Year End Review Dec 22, 2021

In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the year 2021 and what issues it brought to law enforcement and the community.

Episode 16- Kyle Rittenhouse Trial Nov 30, 2021

In this episode, Attorney Sam Milledge joins me again as we break down and discuss the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse. He gives a solution to the community on how we can get involved in these sorts of trials to ensure that justice is being served and the verdicts are fair.

Episode 15- Systematic Views Oct 29, 2021

Episode Sponsors: JSPC Repairs, DEAF Clothing, & Legendary Cigars In episode 15, I have special guest Samuel Milledge II join the show to discuss how the criminal justice system works and the issues that are within the system. Samuel is a criminal defense attorney where he's over the federal & state criminal law division at the Milledge Law Firm. In this episode, Samuel talks about the 5 purposes of the Criminal Justice System which are 1) Punishment, 2) Deterrence, 3) Retribution, 4) Rehabilitation, 5) Restitution. He also makes a point of how the criminal justice system has just been a criminal system without the justice and how can that issue be fixed. The last point Sam touches on is how law enforcement and the community needs to repair the bridge between both side rather than "rebuilding" the bridge that is already there. Motto: We are not trying to change the entire world, but reach the heart of one person at a time. Be Real. Be Transparent. Bridge The Gap Facebook & Instagram: speak.on.it_podcast

Episode 14- The 40-Year Veteran Oct 17, 2021

On this episode we had special guest Sgt. Holmes come in studio and discuss his 40 years and counting journey in law enforcement. Sgt. Holmes is from New Orleans, La where he began his law enforcement career in 1981. He served is the United States Marine Corps for 4 active years before returning to civilian law enforcement. He is still serving the community in a growing North Texas suburb.

Episode 13- Is Training the Issue Sep 28, 2021

In Episode 13, we discuss the different aspects of police training that Buck and I went through during our police careers. During recent times, law enforcement training has been at the center of attention on policing issues. But the question that is being asked is Is Training the Real Issue? Take a listen as Buck and I give our thoughts on this matter. Also, we spotlight National Suicide Prevention Month.

Motto: We are not trying to change the entire world, but reach the heart of one person at a time.

Be Real. Be Transparent. Bridge The Gap