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Episode 785: Improving with Interdiction with Nick Jackson
Mar 01, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis is joined by Triple I Solutions instructor, Nick Jackson. Nick works for a federal agency that focuses on working interdiction to find drugs that are being smuggled through the country. Today, Nick discusses the life of working interdiction, the importance of interdiction work and being pro-active, balancing interdiction with an agency, lessons in interdiction and asking the right questions to get drugs off the streets.
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Episode 784: Transforming Lives Through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with Ely Alfonso & Nick Manela
Feb 28, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis is joined again by Virginia Lieutenant and DT Instructor, Ely Alfonso along with Chief Instructor of Gracie Barra Princetion, NJ, Professor Nick "Turtle" Manela. Ely and Professor Turtle discuss Nick's background as a fighter and his first fights, kids taking karate vs taking BJJ, parenting your kids to defend themselves, defensive tactics and transforming lives through BJJ.
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Episode 783: The Grass Isn't Always Greener, Unless You're Standing in Mud with Dennis Benigno
Feb 27, 2023
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On this episode, Founder and CEO of SCT, Dennis Benigno gives his thoughts on the excuse of "the grass isn't always greener" and why it does not always apply if you are standing in the mud. Sometimes you need to reflect on your situation and weigh your options on whats bets for you and your career. Dennis gives his advise for officers stuck in this situation and the variables you need to consider to be the best officer you can be.
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Episode 782: Getting Through Tough Times with Aram Choe
Feb 24, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis has Aram Choe back on the podcast. Aram is Detective Sergeant, Educator and Entrepreneur. Aram started his career in 1999 as a Deputy Sheriff Trainee with the Los Angeles Co. Sheriff’s Dept. He has a large following on social media, with over 350,000 followers across the various social media channels as @911strong. Aram uses his online presence to combat the negative, anti-police rhetoric that has polluted the mass media. He has also made appearances on local and national media and his social media posts have millions of views. Aram's mission is to influence and mentor other officers via his reach to make positive change and promote de-escalation tactics through teaching communications and public relations techniques.
Today, Aram talks about getting through tough times, living for today, finding your purpose in life, believing in yourself and your faith and building your character everday.
Find out more about Aram here: http://911strong.com/
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Episode 781: Always Be Prepared with Michelle Mehr
Feb 22, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis speaks with retired police office of 27+ years and survivor of a violent attack, Michelle Mehr. Michelle started her career in 1995 in Texas and quickly rose through the ranks ending her career to assistant chief and national instructor with the FBI. On Aug. 10, 1997, Mehr, then a young officer with the Carthage Police Department, had just made a traffic stop. She knew there was over a pound of marijuana in the vehicle and the driver was on parole for aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon and he was prepared to do anything to avoid returning to jail. While attempting to take the man into custody, Mehr was blindsided. The man hit her multiple times in the face. Michelle suffered 17 major facial fractures, a crushed nose, a destroyed nasal cavity and massive brain swelling among her multiple injuries. What Mehr wasn't aware of was that the man was a Cuban national with an upcoming hearing with the Office of Immigration and Naturalization Services. The attack left her in coma for six days, with less than a five percent chance of survival. Mehr remained with the Carthage Police Department, rising in the ranks to assistant chief before taking a job as a national instructor with the FBI. It was that job that brought her to Jackson, where she met her eventual husband, Madison County Sheriff John Mehr.
Today, Michelle retells the story of how the incident unfolded, the injuries she sustained, overcoming her injuries both physical and mental, the process of getting cleared to go back to work, the lessons she learned and advice to officers about keeping distance, staying alert and always being prepared.
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Episode 780: What We Perceive is Reality with Lt. Kory Flowers
Feb 21, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis speaks with 22+ year law enforcement veteran, national law enforcement trainer and writer for police publications, Lt. Kory Flowers. Lt. Kory Flowers is a 22-year veteran with the Greensboro (NC) Police Department. Flowers trains law enforcement officers nationwide on various subversive criminal groups, leadership, and tactical communication. He is a frequent contributor to police and a true believer in great leadership, setting the right examples and supporting each other.
Today, Lt. Flowers discusses the truth of news outlets and media, the importance of morale in a police department, showing compassion when people make mistakes, finding the right people is the most important resource in law enforcement and the love for the job.
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Episode 779: Don't Call Me Papi with Tony Damiano
Feb 20, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis sits down with retired corporal and "Cops" TV Show Legend, Tony Damiano. Tony had an impressive career starting in 1988 where he worked patrol division as well as spending 18+ years in anti-crime unit. Tony is well known for his appearances on the TV show "Cops" back in 2003 where he coined his famous phrase "Don't call me papi!" Tony retired back in 2013 and now has his own PI business. He also works as a security officer in a local school protecting children.
Today, Tony shares some of his old patrol stories, his time on "Cops" and working as a private investigator.
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Episode 778: The Winning Mentality with Frankie Edgar & Dante Rivera
Feb 17, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis sits down with 3x UFC Champion Frankie Edgar and UFC Fighter and BJJ Legend Dante Rivera.
Frankie Edgar's amazing career began in Toms River, New Jersey, Frankie wrestled at Toms River High School East, making it to the New Jersey state championship tournament on three occasions, placing second as a junior and fifth as a senior. Edgar is the oldest of 3 children, Edgar went on to compete in the NHSCA Senior Nationals and placed second before he finished high school. He continued wrestling at Clarion University of Pennsylvania, where he qualified for the nationals all four years there. Edgar entered his first mixed martial arts fight with only a few weeks of training outside of his wrestling background. Edgar originally trained with Rob Guarino of Rhino Fight Team, but today he is part of the Gracie system under Ricardo Almeida in Hamilton, NJ, who is part of the Gracie Barra team. Since seventh grade Edgar has wrestled with Steve Rivera at Elite Wrestling NJ in Jackson, NJ. His boxing trainer is Mark Henry of Millstone, NJ. Edgar became the UFC Lightweight Champion at UFC 112 when he defeated BJ Penn by unanimous decision. In the history of the UFC, no fighter has spent more time in the Octagon, just under 6.5 hours. These days, Edgar is a New Jersey legend, raising his family in Toms River, not far from where he grew up himself.
Professor Dante Rivera is the Founder and Head Instructor at Dante Rivera Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy located in Freehold, New Jersey. Professor Dante Rivera is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt who studied under the legendary Ricardo Almeida, Renzo Gracie's first American Black Belt. The IFL & UFC veteran currently fights for Bellator and was a featured fighter on The Ultimate Fighter, Season 7. Dante Rivera is a multiple time Grapplers Quest and NAGA Champion, as well as a long time training partner of Ricardo Almeida, Renzo Gracie, Frankie Edgar, Tom DeBlass, Nick Catone and many other veterans. Professor Dante held the following titles: Ring of Combat, Combat in the Cage, Cage Fury, Reality Fighting, & N.A.B.C. 185-lb Champion. Dante was recently inducted into the New Jersey State Martial Arts Hall of Fame where he received the Pioneer Fighter Award.
Today, Frankie and Dante discuss their upbringing and history in the UFC, the transition from fighting to coaching, the effectiveness of BJJ training for DT, dealing with the haters, the best way to start training BJJ, importance of being in shape and having a winning mentality.
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Episode 777: Doing Things the Right Way with Sheriff Carmine Marceno
Feb 16, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis speaks with Sheriff Camrine Marceno of Lee County, FL. Sheriff Carmine Marceno was elected Lee County’s 13th Sheriff on November 3, 2020. He was appointed Sheriff of Lee County in 2018 by then-Governor Rick Scott. Marceno began his law enforcement career in Suffolk County, New York before moving to Southwest Florida where he joined the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. While with CCSO, he worked as a Patrol Deputy and was a member of numerous specialty units within the agency. He transitioned to a larger public liaison role in community policing, eventually serving as Executive Officer. He is the recipient of numerous awards and commendations. In 2012 he was awarded the Collier County’s Distinguished Public Service Award, given to the county’s top public servant. Sheriff Marceno joined the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in 2013, most recently serving as Undersheriff for more than two years. During that time, Sheriff Marceno assumed supervisory responsibilities for day-to-day operations as a member of Command Staff. Prior to his role as Undersheriff, he was a Captain, serving as the Executive Officer to Sheriff Mike Scott. In March 2017, Sheriff Carmine Marceno graduated from the prestigious FBI National Academy Session 267. The intense 10-week program is by invitation-only for law enforcement managers nominated by their agency because of demonstrated leadership. The grueling session includes course study, specialized training and physical challenges. On December 19, 2019, Sheriff Carmine Marceno was awarded the 2019 “Outstanding Law Enforcement Executive” award from the Southwest Florida Police Chiefs Association. Sheriff Carmine Marceno is also a member of the Board of Directors with The Lee County Horizon Council.
Sheriff Marceno talks about his journey of his career from New York and transitioning to Florida, standing for Law and Order, dealing with haters his position on proactivity, his thoughts on proper training and doing things the right way to succeed.
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Episode 776: Discipline Starts When Motivation Ends with Ricardo Almeida
Feb 15, 2023
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On today's episode, Dennis is joined by UFC and BJJ Legend & Champion, Ricardo Almeida. Ricardo has been practicing and teaching Jiu Jitsu 20+ years, he has competed all over the world and has coached and trained the highest level of athletes.
Ricardo competed for the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championships), Pride FC, won multiple titles in Brazil, won the Jiu Jitsu Pan American Championships, two times he was a silver medalist at the Abu Dhabi Submission Wrestling World Championships.
As a coach, he has helped Frankie Edgar bring the UFC title back to New Jersey, trained multiple professional MMA fighters, a few Ring of Combat Champions and coached multiple Jiu Jitsu World Champions. He is also a certified Mixed Martial Arts judge for theNJSACB – New Jersey Athletic Control Board. Ricardo has worked with thousands of students in dozens of industries — from tech start-ups to health + wellness businesses to fashion companies + lifestyle brands.
Today, Ricardo talks about migrating to America as a child and finding his passion for BJJ and MMA, living and training with Renzo Gracie, fighting in the UFC and coaching Frankie Edgar, the transition into opening a business and entrepreneurship and the importance of self educating and self improving in all aspects of life.
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