Thriving Inside the Thin Blue Line Podcast

Monica Crawford

I'm your host Monica Crawford. I am an author, public speaker, nutrition and fitness coach for female first responders, and the owner of Five-0 Fierce and Fit. Based on my book, "Stand Tall & Take No Sh*t" (on Amazon), I take a deep dive into highlighting three themes: We rise by lifting others, but first we must lift ourselves; You're one decision away from a totally different life; What does it mean to you to thrive inside the "thin blue line?" - This can apply to anything related to thriving inside of your own life and career. Let's RISE together.

  1. May 1

    More Than a Badge: Female Leadership, Mental Health & Trust in Hettinger County w/ Kennedy Pippenger

    In this episode, Kennedy Pippenger opens up about her run for Hettinger County Sheriff (North Dakota). She shares her vision for rebuilding community trust through transparency, integrity, and showing up for her people. Kennedy gets real about the lack of mental health resources in the county, what female leadership actually looks like on the ground, and why investing in your people is the foundation of everything. This is a conversation about what it means to lead with purpose, stand beside your community, and do what you say you're going to do. An important lesson for all leadership. Wishing her the best of luck in the upcoming election for Hettinger County Sheriff! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573312349480

  2. Jan 9

    "We all have gifts but we don't have all of the gifts." - with Erin Davis

    If you're a woman who feels like you're running into brick wall after brick wall in your career, it's time to create your own building blocks to climb over the damn wall for good. On this week's episode we meet Award-Winning Inclusion Strategist & Global Speaker, Erin Davis. Erin discusses how thriving inside of her career means leading others well by bringing those with diverse backgrounds, making sure all voices are heard, and improving the systems inside of an employer to ensure all employees are valued, supported, and respected. I couldn't agree more with her strategy to lift others in a way that encourages a positive environment for all. --- Erin Davis (she/her) helps organizations move beyond performative DEI efforts to build future-ready, resilient, and inclusive workplaces. An award-winning strategist and expert in equity, diversity, inclusion (EDI), and the future of work, she is the Founder and Lead Inclusion Strategist of Erin Davis Co., where she partners with executive teams, boards, and HR leaders to embed inclusion into governance, leadership, and talent strategy—ensuring organizations don’t just talk about inclusion but achieve stronger performance, innovation, and belonging.Recognized nationally and globally, Erin has contributed to international dialogues on gender equity and leadership at the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, and is a sought-after keynote speaker on cultural competence, leadership effectiveness, and inclusive innovation. She also hosts Unapologetic with Erin Davis—a platform for bold conversations and quiet truths that spark thought leadership and community-building around leadership, inclusion, and the future of work. https://www.erindavisco.ca https://www.instagram.com/erindavis.co https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-davis-co/

  3. 09/26/2025

    The Empowerment Lens with Boudoir Photographer, Liz Hansen

    Liz Hansen is the owner and empowering woman behind the lens at, Chicago Boudoir. She is an incredible force stepping up to create a safe space inside of her studio where women feel confident, worthy, and empowered in their own skin. Not only that, she tells her story of how she got started, the challenges she navigated as a female entrepreneur, and her story of success in reshaping how women see themselves in a more positive light. She encourages all women to step outside of their comfort zones and consider doing their own boudoir shoot at a local studio so you too can walk into your confidence as you are. Liz was also featured as a TedX speaker! (link below). Contact info: https://chicago-boudoir.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chicagoboudoir VIP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VIPChicago  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicago.boudoir/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagoboudoir LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-hansen-9aab35173/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChicagoBoudoirPhotography TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9bkhCXpmIE Free e-book: https://chicago-boudoir.com/free

  4. 09/12/2025

    Fight Back and Create Change with Bridget Truxillo

    Consider this your FREE consult call with attorney Bridget Truxillo. It's worth its weight in GOLD. On this episode I discuss my story in "Thriving Inside the Thin Blue Line" and the specific challenges I faced in my career with attorney Bridget Truxillo of Lady Law Shield. Bridget focuses her efforts in employment law and helps first responders navigate the all too common issues they face in the career field. Her message is to Fight Back and Create Change, and I couldn't agree more. She's gone before you so she can help you navigate what's not right, resolve it, and help you to navigate your career. About: Bridget was a Deputy Sheriff in Florida, and after spending time in patrol, she transferred to the Narcotics and Organized Crime Unit (NOCU) and joined the SWAT team. Bridget knows the challenges law enforcement officers face, both outside and inside their agencies, based on her experiences with her agency and with the public. Although Bridget loved serving the public, she realized she wanted to serve the law enforcement community in a different way, so she left and went to law school as a means to glean the knowledge and skills necessary for this purpose. Bridget launched Lady Law Shield to help law enforcement officers and first responders alleviate legal worries. Contact: website: www.ladylawshield.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-truxillo-j-d-former-law-enforcement-13787b8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladylawshield/ Get your copy of "Thriving Inside the Thin Blue Line" here: https://a.co/d/1jRY9qB

  5. 07/11/2025

    What Are You Doing When No One Is Looking? with Leslie Hocker

    Leslie Hocker is a lifetime trailblazer of women in male-driven fields. Starting with being a woman on the men's swimming team at the University of Oklahoma (pre Title IX) to working in the oilfield industry, and building several successful businesses, beauty products, and beyond. She is currently a business coach who empowers and mentors aspiring entrepreneurs to create a joy-filled life. Listen in as we discuss the similarities between our backgrounds, personalities, and challenges we've faced as women in male-driven fields, how we both enjoy tactfully challenging the status quo, and our passion for health and wellness. She's learned to "fail forward" and it's a BIG lesson worth listening to in addition to her providing her 3 best tips to work towards personal growth. Get in touch with Leslie Hocker here: https://www.facebook.com/bizcoach.leslie https://www.instagram.com/leslie_hocker/ http://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-hocker https://tinyurl.com/realfreedom4you

  6. 06/27/2025

    "I may have lost my sight but I did not lose my vision," with Kijuan Amey

    Kijuan Amey, the visionary behind Amey Motivation, hails from Durham, NC, where his journey of resilience and success began. After graduating from Southern High School, he dedicated a decade of his life to the US Air Force, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant as an In-flight Refueling Specialist. Medically retired, he transitioned into academia, earning a degree and founding Amey Motivation LLC. Formerly served as the vice president for the Carolina regional group of the Blinded Veterans Association, Kijuan is also a mentor and ambassador for the Air Force Wounded Warriors program. Beyond his remarkable military career, Kijuan is a man of many talents, boasting over 25 years of drumming expertise, on-stage acting, and now, an upcoming bestseller, “Don’t Focus on Why Me.” However, life took an unexpected turn on May 5th, 2017, when a motorcycle accident claimed his eyesight. Yet, as Kijuan profoundly states, “I may have lost my sight, but I did not lose my vision.” Now armed with an inspiring story of overcoming adversity, Kijuan has become a motivational force, empowering others to reach their highest potential through his book, coaching, and keynote speeches. Contact info: kijuan@ameymotivation.com www.ameymotivation.com Reach Monica at: www.five0fierceandfit.com/info monica@five0fierceandfit.com

  7. 06/06/2025

    Be Better Not Bitter with Berenice Luhta-Flores

    Berenice Luhta-Flores entered into law enforcement hoping to make a positive impact within her department and the Hispanic community. However, after enduring five years of trauma within her department, what was supposed to be a quick doctor's visit resulted in her being placed on mental health leave. From there, her struggle continued, not only to heal, but to navigate the challenges with HR to help advocate for herself and her job. Ultimately making the challenging decision to resign from law enforcement and pave her way into entrepreneurship.Berenice owns BFC Apparel where she leans into her own values authentically and makes beautiful creations and designs for t-shirts, merchandise, and other apparel.Listen in as Berenice discusses her experience, how she overcame the many challenges she faced, and how she continues to THRIVE in her life and career. How to connect with Berenice:https://www.instagram.com/bfc_apparel_/https://www.bfcapparel.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopRJ1WdHI0neSX4WJQEOU6jtW1SZrO8N5nlMhr-519fjWPwCjDTGet your copy of "Thriving Inside the Thin Blue Line" here:https://amzn.to/4gfT6Bz

  8. 06/05/2025

    If You Can Suffer In Silence You Can Heal in Private, with Bill McAuliffe

    I think it's safe to say that Bill is the type of leader we all wish we had on the job. On today's episode we get into formal and informal leadership, emotional intelligence, and Bill's personal story of strife inside of law enforcement and how he turned his pain into purpose to help others in public safety to THRIVE. Emotional intelligence isn't woo woo, it's necessary to become a better person, better leader, and more helpful to those you serve personally and professionally. With over 30 years of combined experience in military, law enforcement, and corporate leadership, Bill understands the unique challenges public safety professionals face in today’s fast-paced world. Specializing in emotional intelligence and leadership development, Bill is dedicated to empowering individuals to overcome burnout, conquer post-traumatic stress, build resilience, and help organizations reduce stress, build high-performing teams, and enhance personal and professional relationships.​ As a coach, mentor, and trainer, Bill leverages his deep expertise to help public safety professionals heal invisible injuries, re-engineer relationships, and develop long-lasting emotional wellness skills. Whether through 1:1 coaching, group coaching, or group presentations, Bill’s mission is to help our public safety providers heal and develop transformational skills while allowing them to stay in service to their communities. Contact Bill here: https://www.settleforbetter.life/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-mcauliffe-a2b413149/

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I'm your host Monica Crawford. I am an author, public speaker, nutrition and fitness coach for female first responders, and the owner of Five-0 Fierce and Fit. Based on my book, "Stand Tall & Take No Sh*t" (on Amazon), I take a deep dive into highlighting three themes: We rise by lifting others, but first we must lift ourselves; You're one decision away from a totally different life; What does it mean to you to thrive inside the "thin blue line?" - This can apply to anything related to thriving inside of your own life and career. Let's RISE together.

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