Street Cop Podcast

Episode 1007: Back in the Hot Seat: A Conversation with Kory Flowers

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kory Flowers is back, joining Dennis for another candid and insightful conversation.

Episode 1006: Building a Stronger Life — Fitness, Fuel, and the Mindset Behind It with Adam Davis

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dennis sits down with Adam Davis for a raw, practical conversation about something every cop—and every human being—needs to hear:...

Episode 1005: He Stopped a School Shooter: The Michael Collazo Episode

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Detective Michael Collazo, the Marine infantry veteran and Nashville officer who stopped the Covenant Schoo...

Episode 1004: Behind the Badge: Good Policing and Transparency with Brevard County’s Sheriff Wayne Ivey

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful conversation, Street Cop Training founder Dennis Benigno sits down with Sheriff Wayne Ivey of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office t...

Episode 1003: Secret Service Agent and Polygraph examinations: Brad Beeler Has Seen The Truth Revealed In Every Form Imaginable

04 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dennis sits down with Brad Beeler, a retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent whose 25-year career reads like a masterclass in credi...

Episode 1002: Recognition, Fulfillment, and Courage: Kory Flowers on Law Enforcement and Life

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Officer Kory Flowers shares his experience leading a new narcotics team, the pursuit of recognition in law enforcement, and the challenges of balancin...

Episode 1001: Surviving the Unthinkable — Complacency, Training, and Life After a Near-Death Encounter w/ Ryan Dunehew

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Officer Ryan Dunehew recounts his on-duty shooting, the dangers of complacency, and how training and fitness played a critical role in his survival. H...

Episode 1000: Choosing Life - Suicide, Forgiveness, and the Fight for Change w/ Brian Sizemore and Jared Murphey

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Sizemore and Jared Murphey reflect on the life and death of Brian’s son, Lucas Sizemore—an Atlanta police officer who died by suicide. They ...

Episode 999: The Legacy You Leave — Family, Purpose, and Change w/ Sean Murphy (Mr. Motivation)

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Sean Murphy, better known as Mr. Motivation, to unpack what it means to build a lasting legacy, both within...

Episode 998: Law Enforcement in Crisis — From Portland Streets to National Struggles w/ Oregon State Representative Jeff Helfrich

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Oregon State Representative Jeff Helfrich, a former police sergeant and U.S. Air Force veteran, brings a unique perspective to state leadership—draw...

Episode 997: Blue Light Lifestyle - Fixing the Force w/ Ian Cook

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former Police Officer and current Health Coach Ian Cook shares his journey from working within the law enforcement system to advocating for wellness, ...

Episode 996: It Takes One to Know One - Knowing when to make changes w/ Alicia Fitzpatrick

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former officer and current social worker Alicia Fitzpatrick shares the traumatic experiences that led her to change careers. She discusses embracing v...

Episode 995: When the Call Comes - Preparing for the Worst w/ Mike Collazo

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Officer Mike Colazzo was one of the primary responders who stopped the 2023 Nashville Covenant School shooting. He shares his firsthand account of the...

Episode 994: After the Injury - Survival, Recovery, and the Future w/ Colin Ledbetter

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Colin Ledbetter shares the story of his on-duty shooting that left him needing 39 pints of blood to recover. He discusses his family's reaction, c...

Episode 993: Life After the Spotlight - The Fortunes of Fame w/ Leland Chapman

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leland Chapman of Dog the Bounty Hunter returns to the Street Cop Training Podcast to discuss his life after his television career, his children's...

Episode 992: Beyond the Badge - Overcoming Obstacles w/ Paulie Lewis

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Medically Retired Police Officer Paulie Lewis shares his struggles after his on-duty injury, opening up about the physical and emotional toll of recov...

Episode 991: From Addict to Officer - Overcoming Drug Addiction w/ Craig Martin

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Officer Craig Martin shares his story of overcoming his drug addiction, navigating the road to recovery, and becoming a police officer for the West Ho...

Episode 990: Bullet Proof - The Anthony Elliot Story

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

San Diego Police Sergeant Anthony Elliot recounts his remarkable story of being shot in the head, surviving, and recovering. He also shares his though...

Episode 989: Exceeding Expectations - The Highs and Lows of Law Enforcement w/ Nick Perna

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Detective Sergeant Nick Perna shares his story of joining law enforcement, what makes a good supervisor, and his experiences working in the Street Cri...

Episode 988: The Healing Process - Being the Best Version of Yourself w/ Rob Poynter

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Retired Deputy Sheriff Rob Poynter shares his experiences about healing from his parental issues, The S.I.R.E.N. Project, and learning how to be the b...

Episode 987: From Patrol to Practice - Knowing When to Get Help w/ Donn Bradley

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former first responder and current practicing therapist Donn Bradley shares his insights on coping mechanisms, reaching your breaking point, and findi...

Episode 986: Creating Community - Skating into the Spotlight w/ Craig Hanaumi

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Officer Craig Hanaumi of the Bellevue Police Department shares his experiences leading community engagement events, growing up in Hawaii, and expandin...

Episode 985: Rethinking Fitness - Navigating your Excuses w/ Ted Stern

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former First Responder and CEO of Fit Responder, Ted Stern, discusses the common excuses people make for avoiding fitness, reasonable individualized f...

Episode 982: Be Nice, No Judgment - The Mark of a True Professional w/ Capt. Kory Flowers

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Captain Kory Flowers returns to the Street Cop Training Podcast to discuss what it means to be a true professional, how to manage your priorities, and...

Episode 981: The Future of PTSD Treatment - New Frontiers in Recovery w/ Dr. Eugene Lipov

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Eugene Lipov, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of Stella, shares his insights on the neuroscience behind PTSD, who benefits most from SGB inje...

Episode 980: Entrepreneurial Insights - Growing Your Business w/ Leonard Stock

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Leonard Stock, creator of the Grappler Police Bumper, shares his experiences as a successful entrepreneur—from the device's conception, to its distr...

Episode 979: The Dispatcher's Perspective - Exceeding Your Responsibilities w/ Gaby Villegas

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Gaby Villegas runs the popular Instagram page @911itsgaby, sharing stories and memes from her experiences as a Police Dispatcher. In this episode, she...

Episode 978: Breaking Barriers - How to Make a Genuine Difference w/ Ryan Tillman

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Tillman, Founder of Breaking Barriers United, shares his experiences as a School Resource Officer, expressing his passion for transforming lives ...

Episode 977: A&Es "Ozark Law" - Reinforcing Local Agencies w/ Chief James Boren and Greg Henry

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chief James Boren of the City of Lake Ozark and Lucky 8 Co-President Greg Henry share their experiences developing their new show for A&E, "O...

Episode 976: Lessons in Leadership w/ former FBI Senior Executive Christopher Piehota

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Former FBI Executive Christopher Piehota shares his criticisms of the leadership within the FBI after 24 years of service. His book, "Wanted: The FBI ...

Case Law Short: Pennsylvania v Labron

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over Pennsylvania v Labron.

Episode 975: Embracing change - How to accept help w/ Dr. Brendan Guarino

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Brendan Guarino is a licensed counselor specializing in treatment for athletes and first responders at Baker Street Behavioral Health. He shares h...

Case Law Short: United States v Wong Sun

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over United States v Wong Sun.

Episode 974: Evolving in Law Enforcement: The Old Way Doesn't Cut It Anymore w/ Mike from CopVille

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Mike from the popular Instagram page CopVille shares his thoughts on his rise to social media stardom, flaws in modern police training, and the best r...

Case Law Short: California v Carney

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over California v Carney.

Episode 973: Changing the Course – Leland Chapman’s Story of Transformation

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode, Leland Chapman opens up about his journey from childhood to finding his own path in life. We dive deep into his relationship...

Case Law Short: Cardwell v Lewis

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over Cardwell v Lewis.

Episode 972: Take Back Control - How to Change Your Mind and Your Life w/ AK Dozanti

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno is joined by AK Dozanti for an in-depth discussion about mental health, emotional intelligen...

Case Law Short: Wyoming v Houghton

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over Wyoming v Houghton.

Episode 971: Making an Impact - The Conversations That Change Lives w/ Zach Zepeski

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno sits down with Zach Zepeski to discuss the lasting impact we have through the ...

Episode 970: How Do You Want To Live? W/ Capt. Kory Flowers

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this heartfelt episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno is joined by Cpt. Kory Flowers as they honor the memory of Greensboro Police Offic...

Case Law Short: United States v Johns (1985)

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over United States v Johns (1985...

Case Law Short: California v Greenwood

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over California v Greenwood.

Episode 969: You Are Not Alone w/ Adam Davis

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode, Dennis Benigno sits down with Adam Davis, a former law enforcement officer and speaker, to discuss navigating life’s tough...

Case Law Short: Cady v Dombrowski

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over Cady v Dombrowski.

Case Law Short: United States v Forest

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this case law short episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over United States v Forest.

Episode 968: Navigating Life’s Transitions - Growing Through Change and the People Who Help Shape Us

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 968 of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno talks with Mike Giallombardo, a former military member turned entrepreneur with experience in...

Episode 967: Understanding Trauma and Building Resilience in First Responders with Dr. Shauna Springer

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, is joined by special guest host and Street...

Episode 966: How Julota Supports Law Enforcement in Crisis Situations – A Talk with Michael

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno sits down with Michael, the founder of Julota, a service provider software revolutionizing h...

Episode 965: Sherry Talks Mental Health in Law Enforcement - How to Break Free from the Patterns Holding You Back

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno sits down with Sherry, a mental health professional with a passion for healing and ...

Episode 964: Surviving the Odds and Shaping Law Enforcement’s Future with Technology – David Ly

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, talks with entrepreneur and innovator David Ly. Dav...

Episode 963: The Journey from Trauma to Healing in Law Enforcement

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 963 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno and Ely Alfonso sits down with Bev Perez to discuss her transformative journey through l...

Episode 962: Surviving the Worst: Courage, Reflection, and the Aftermath of an OIS

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this gripping episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno speaks with Matthew Baughman, a law enforcement officer who shares the harrowing de...

Episode 961: The Unfiltered Truth: Life, Ego, and the Missing Elements in Law Enforcement Training

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this raw and insightful episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno sits down with Kory Flowers to discuss everything from life updates to th...

Episode 960: Uncovering Medical Child Abuse: Cases, Impact, & Prevention Strategies

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, sits down with Mike Weber, a seasoned expert in med...

Episode 959: How the Standards and Perceptions of Law Enforcement Have Changed

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, is joined by Marique Bartoldus to discuss the ...

Episode 958: From Cop to Influencer - Life After The Job

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 958 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno and instructor Ely Alfonso are joined by content creator Stephanie Cavinder. They discus...

Episode 957: The Weight of Experience - How Training and Environment Shape Law Enforcement

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the complexities of a career in law enforcement. Join us as we explore John’s background and th...

Episode 956: Resilience and Purpose - Lessons from a Navy SEAL with Ray 'Cash' Care

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this compelling episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno sits down with Ray "Cash" Care, a Navy SEAL veteran turned team-building ex...

Episode 955: Cyber Crime - What Every Officer Needs to Know with Nate Nobel

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Dennis Benigno as he talks with cyber investigation expert Nate Nobel in this episode of the Street Cop Podcast. They dive into Nate's backg...

Episode 954: A Different Way of Thinking w/ Ely Alfonso & Mike Swirchak

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 954 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno and instructor Ely Alfonso sit down with Mike Swirchak, a former law enforcement officer...

Episode 953: Bravery in the Face of Chaos - John Ferriso’s 9/11 Experience

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno interviews John Ferriso, a dedicated NYPD officer, to explore his career and t...

Episode 952: Cops Are Severely Undertrained - But Why… And What Are The Consequences?

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, welcomes law enforcement expert Jeffrey Wenni...

Episode 951: What Truly Defines Success? w/ Daven Michaels

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dennis Benigno on this episode of the Street Cop Podcast as he welcomes Daven Michaels, a serial entrepreneur and New York Times Bestselling Auth...

Case Law Shorts: The Automobile Exception Part 2

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over The Automobile Exception (Part 2)

Case Law Shorts: The Automobile Exception Part 1

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training goes over The Automobile Exception.

Episode 950: Thinking of Starting a Business as a Police Officer...Here’s What You Need to Know

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 950 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno sits down with Abraham Pantoja to explore the intersection of law enforcement and entrep...

Episode 949: Navigating Police Culture, Emotional Intelligence, and Tough Choices with Capt. Anthony Price

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 949 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, sits down with the Capt. Anthony Price. This ep...

Episode 948: Building Community and Resilience in Law Enforcement with NYPD Officer and Founder of LEO Weekend

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 948 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno sits down with Austin Glickman, a dedicated member of the NYPD and the visionary behind ...

Episode 947: An Interview With Police Officer Danielly DeAndrade About What It Was Like To Go Viral After A Press Conference

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 947 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno sits down with Hollywood, FL police officers Danielly and Andrew for an engaging convers...

Episode 946: The Difference Between Recruiting & Retaining w/ Matt Fagiana

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, as he dives deep into the world of law enforcement in this episode featuring Matt Fagiana...

Episode 945: From Police Officer to Entrepreneur—How Paul Espinoza Applied His Law Enforcement Skills to Achieve Business Success

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno sits down with the dynamic Paul Espinoza, a trailblazer in the world of entrepreneurshi...

Episode 944: A Follower Interviewing Dennis On Why He Started Street Cop Training

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, engages in a candid conversation with Sophia. They ...

Episode 943: Facing the Unthinkable - A Raw Account of an OIS Incident and the Crucial Role of Training and Resilience

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 943 of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, welcomes Patrick Vroman for a deeply personal and po...

Episode 942: The Correlation Between Inactivity & Poor Leadership w/ Cpt. Kory Flowers

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 942 of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, and Street Cop instructor Ely Alfonso sit down ...

Episode 941: From Law Enforcement to Entrepreneurship

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, we’re bringing you a special feature: Dennis Benigno’s guest appearance on The Level Up Podcast, hosted...

Episode 940: Inside the Breonna Taylor Case – John Mattingly's Unfiltered Perspective

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno and co-host Ely Alfonso welcome John Mattingly, the former Louisville Metro Police officer d...

Episode 939: The Silent Struggle & How To Begin Healing - You Are Not Alone

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno sits down with John Nuttall to explore the profound and personal challenges of PTSD. Jo...

Episode 938: From Boot Camp to Peak Performance - Creating a Long Term Training Program That Will Actually Work

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 938 of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, engages in a compelling conversation with Matt Hible...

Episode 937: Turning Setbacks Into Success

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 937 of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, sits down with Casey Roussel, the mastermind behind ...

Episode 936: A Conversation with One of the Best Attorneys - What You Need to Know

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, interviews Matt McNicholas, a seasoned expert ...

Episode 935: Embracing Change & Finding Support

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this compelling episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, sits down with Adam Davis to discus...

Episode 934: More Advice From One of The Country's Best Interdiction Officers

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dennis Benigno, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, in this episode featuring Nick Jackson, one of the country’s foremost experts in crimin...

Episode 933: Making Changes - Who To Trust, Psychopaths & Bad Advice

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on the Street Cop Podcast as we explore the intersection of psychology and law enforcement. Alyssa DiLeo, with her background in psychotherapy...

Episode 932: Care For Your Co-Workers w/ Capt. Kory Flowers

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dennis Benigno, founder of Street Cop Training, in a compelling conversation with veteran police Capt. Kory Flowers from the Greensboro Police De...

Episode 931: From Prison to Purpose: Damon West’s Journey of Redemption

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this deeply moving episode of the Street Cop Podcast, join Dennis, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, as he speaks with Damon West about his r...

Episode 930: Alan Baker, A Jiu-Jitsu Master

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Dennis Benigno, Founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, and Alan Baker explore the intersection of martial arts and law enforcement. ...

Episode 929: Why Do Officers Fall Into The Same Behavioral Patterns?

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In episode 929, Dennis and Dr. David Bonanno dive deep into the psychological impact of being a first responder. From the associations and conditionin...

Episode 928: Defining Moments In Your Career

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Dennis sits down with Andrew Stott, a resilient law enforcement officer, in this powerful episode of the Street Cop Podcast. Listen i...

Episode 927: From the Co-Host of the Dave Ramsey Show Dr. John Delony on Anxiety and Growing Up In a Cop Family

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Dennis as his sits down with co-host of the Dave Ramsey show and renowned mental health expert Dr. John Deloney. He’s a best selling author and...

A Person Is Not A Container When You Have Probable Cause To Search A Vehicle with Dan Foster

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Dan Foster speaks about K9 Alerts and what that means for searching occupants of a vehicle where you have probable cause to se...

Episode 925: Gear Placement and How It Can Fail You with Ely Alfonso

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Ely speaks about something simple and at times overlooked - and that's your gear. If you like what you are hearing and wa...