Public Safety Talk Radio

Kenneth Bator

The podcast for all of our heroes in public safety, including law enforcement professionals, firefighters, EMTs, corrections officers, healthcare workers, and more.

  1. 4d ago

    Wellness Starts with Leadership

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 167 In this episode of Public Safety Talk Radio, host Ken Bator welcomes Conrad Weaver—filmmaker, speaker, founder of First Responder Wellness Solutions, and creator of the documentary PTSD911—for a conversation about wellness, trauma, and leadership in public safety. Conrad shares what he has learned about the cumulative stress first responders carry and why agencies must move beyond awareness to practical wellness solutions. They also explore how servant leadership and personal responsibility can help build healthier teams and stronger public safety cultures. From gratitude and courage to self-discipline and influence, this episode offers practical insight for first responders, agency leaders, families, and anyone committed to supporting those who serve. Learn more about Conrad at https://www.linkedin.com/in/conradweaver/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

  2. Aug 11

    Beyond the Gym: Real Wellness for First Responders

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 166 We welcome Yvonne Pyre, former U.S. Air Force security police specialist, entrepreneur, and founder of Trofholz Technologies and The Rising Zone. Yvonne shares how her military background, security work, and wellness journey shaped her mission to help first responders, veterans, and high performers build resilience. The conversation covers wellness beyond the gym, stress regulation, leadership, recovery tools, entrepreneurship, AI, and creating a vision for life beyond the badge or uniform. Yvonne also offers practical advice for first responders looking to improve their well-being, grow professionally, or launch a business while continuing to serve. Learn more about Yvonne at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonne-pire/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

  3. Aug 4

    Street Smarts in Cybersecurity

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 165 In this episode, Derek Slaughter shares his journey from 15 years in law enforcement to a new career in cybersecurity and fraud analysis. From street-level narcotics work and SWAT operations in Newton, North Carolina, to helping banks identify suspicious activity, Derek explains how investigative instincts translate from physical crime to digital threats. The conversation covers his unexpected path into policing, his work in narcotics and violent crime enforcement, the challenges that led him to leave law enforcement, and how fraud prevention now allows him to keep protecting victims in a new way. Topics Covered •             Derek’s transition from law enforcement to cybersecurity. •             The links between drugs, money, guns, fraud, and violence. •             How investigative thinking helps detect fraud and cybercrime. •             Practical ways consumers and financial institutions can reduce fraud risk. Learn more about Derek Slaughter at https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekslaughter/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

  4. Apr 28

    National Police Podcast Network

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 164 Host and producer, Ken Bator wraps up a great season of Public Safety Talk Radio. He also shares what is coming soon on the National Police Podcast Network including new episodes of Shielded, Your Next Objective, and the Blah, Blah, Blah…Something Wellness Podcast as well as a new season of Mortgage Beat and the podcast version of Randy Sutton’s latest book Rescuing 911: The Fight for America’s Safety.   Learn more about the National Police Podcast Network at https://nppn.live/ If you are a police officer in a mental-health crisis and in need of immediate help call (833) 892-8255 or text “Blue” to 877-810-0911 for 24/7 confidential support. Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net and https://nppn.live/ To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None. For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org Police Mortgage NMLS #268815

  5. Apr 21

    No Greater Honor: No Bigger Failure

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 163 Former law enforcement officer turned author, Kevin Grogan, joins us to talk about his latest book – No Greater Honor: No Bigger Failure. This is the third installment of what many refer to as Savannah’s True Crime Trilogy. Learn more about Kevin at https://www.amazon.com/No-Greater-Honor-Failure-Savannah/dp/B0GTF5BMMY Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net and https://nppn.live/ To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None. For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org Police Mortgage NMLS #268815

  6. Apr 14

    Building Effective Peer Support Teams

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 162 Former law enforcement officer turned psychologist, Stephanie Conn, PhD, joins us to discuss her amazing work driven by a deep passion for supporting the mental health and well-being of first responders.  With over 29 years of experience in the field—and a lifetime immersed in the first responder culture as the daughter and wife of police officers—she specializes in counseling and training those who serve on the front lines. Stephanie is the author of Increasing Resilience in Police and Emergency Personnel and Building Effective Peer Support Teams. A Guide to Creating Resilient First Responders. Learn more about Stephanie at https://firstresponderpsychology.com/ If you are a police officer in a mental-health crisis and in need of immediate help, call (833) 892-8255 or text “Blue” to 877-810-0911 for 24/7 confidential support. Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net and https://nppn.live/ To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None. For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org

  7. Apr 7

    Tightrope

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 161 Retired Deputy Chief Constable Jennifer Hyland offers a rare and unflinching look behind the badge in her book, Tightrope. She joins us to share some of the raw honesty and hard-won wisdom she offers in the publication. Jenn charts her twenty-six-year journey through Canadian policing—rising from a young recruit to one of the highest-ranking women in the profession—all while walking the fragile line between duty and despair, strength and vulnerability, silence and truth. Learn more about Jenn at https://www.jennhyland.com/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net and https://nppn.live/ To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None. For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org Police Mortgage NMLS #268815

  8. Mar 31

    Shielded

    Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 160 Lori Morrison returns as a guest to Public Safety Talk Radio during the launch of her brand-new podcast on the National Police Podcast Network, Shielded. Based upon the book of the same name, Shielded reminds first responders and security professionals that they matter. These weekly devotionals provide encouragement that doesn’t insult your intelligence and spiritual fuel for people who can’t afford to run on empty. Learn more about Lori at https://sheshepherds.org/ Access Shielded at https://nppn.live/shielded-podcast/ Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net. To learn more about the sponsor of this episode, go to https://policemortgage.com/ And check out Mortgage Beat on Spotify. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None. For licensing information, go to: www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org Police Mortgage NMLS #268815

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  • Creator
    Kenneth Bator
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    168
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2026 Public Safety Talk Radio
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