Coffee with Cappie

Scott L. Brown

Welcome to Coffee with Cappie, where our slogan is: "Shootin straight from the hip." It is my intent to provide a comfortable space for police officers from Patrol through Command, both active and retired, to talk open and freely about what's on their mind. I ask that we all respect the fact that our audience will include family members of officers that may be the subject of discussion by some guests. Vulgarity and profane language are highly discouraged. Our police podcast will include LE officers and individuals associated with police agencies from across the USA and Canada. Format will include LE guest interviews, Host story-telling about real cases and assignments, as well as commentaries on hot-button issues in LE. I am a retired New York State Police Captain who, after an exciting 32 year career I retired in 2013. I continued to work both domestically and overseas as an independent police contractor in 12 African countries, Haiti, the Middle East, and the Philippines. My SP career included 13 years assigned to the Mobile Response Team (MRT) Tactical Unit as an member and also Commander. I also served as a road Trooper, Sergeant, BCI Lieutenant and Captain - Zone Commander.

Episodes

  1. Season 1 Trailer

    Trooper, Teammate, Coach, President - USA Hockey

    Full Episode Drops Monday! Coffee with Cappy — Mike Trimboli: Teamwork, Service, and Hockey Lessons That LastIn the upcoming episode of Coffee with Cappy, Scott Brown sits down with retired New York State Police Zone Sergeant Mike Trimboli for an inspiring conversation about service, leadership, family, and hockey. From outdoor rinks and childhood lessons in Massena to years in law enforcement and his work leading USA Hockey, Mike shares the values, experiences, and teamwork that shaped his life. They discuss the old days of outdoor hockey, the importance of work ethic and accountability, major law enforcement details, coaching, and what it means to lead with humility and purpose. It’s a conversation filled with memory, perspective, and lessons that carry well beyond the rink. What you’ll hear in the upcoming episodeGrowing up in Massena and learning life lessons on outdoor rinksHow family, discipline, and hard work shaped Mike’s pathStories from his years in the New York State PoliceThe role of teamwork in both policing and hockeyHis perspective as president of USA HockeyWhy the lessons from the rink still matter todayIf you enjoy conversations about leadership, sports, service, and the stories behind the people who shape our communities, this episode is for you.Listen now and don’t forget to share it with someone who loves hockey, service, and great stories.#CoffeeWithCappy #Podcast #MikeTrimboli #Hockey #Leadership #Teamwork #USAHockey #NewYorkStatePolice

    Trooper, Teammate, Coach, President - USA Hockey

  2. Jul 23 ·  Bonus

    Meet the Host

    Hello. my name is Scott Brown, I am a retired New York State Police Captain, retiring in 2013 after serving an exciting 32 years. I transitioned into overseas LE contract work in Liberia and Haiti during two UN Police missions, and Department of State GATA (Global Anti-Terrorism Assistance)throughout the world. I worked in Mogodishu, Somalia, Nigeria, Chad, Tunisia and eight other African countries, as well as Iraq, Philippinnes, and Jordan. Our mission was to provide training at US Embassies for Host nation police officers in hostage rescue and barricaded subjects, Target Hardening, building and room, , open air environment tactics, and other advanced SWAT tactics. Our Podcast Coffee with Cappie hopes to provide a space where LE officers and other first responders can come listen and enjoy discussions between the Host and special guests. Listeners are encourages to send comments in the show with comments and questions. I am in early phase of tweaking the schedule. Currently I plan on publishing bi-weekly with intentions of making the show weekly. Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you! Scott Brown

    Meet the Host

  3. Jul 8

    From Soccer Pro to a Trooper's Journey Fighting for his Life

    Welcome to Coffee with Cappie Podcast! My name is Scott Brown and I am a retired New York State Police Captain, having hung up my spurs and retired back in 2013 after an exciting 32 year career. In episode 1 I will interview my dear friend and fellow NYSP member retired Trooper Rich Mattson who had joined the ranks in 2000 and was a member of the elite Mobile Response Team (MRT) since 2006. In the spring of 2007 Trooper Mattson and his fellow teammates were pursuing a fugitive in the Catskill Mountains in Troop C. The fugitive was located in a farmhouse and a violent gun battle ensued. During the firefight Trooper Mattson was shot in his left arm and brachial artery during which time he nearly bled to death. Heroic efforts by his fellow officers in applying a tourniquet saved his life and he was medivac'd to Albany Medical Trauma Center. During this shootout Teammate trooper Dave Brinkerhoff (Brink) shot and killed the suspect. Simultaneously, Brink was accidently shot and killed from behind by friendly fire. Trooper Mattson recovered after several years of surgeries and therapy. Due to his extensive injuries he was forced into disability retirement in 2008. His physical fitness and mental toughness has kept him active with assisting other officers who have experienced similar situations and injuries. During this episode Trooper Mattson has spoken openly about another fugitive search and subsequent gunfight occurring just eight months prior to Rich's shooting that led to two fellow MRT members being ambushed in a rural area in Chautauqua County in western, NYS in Troop A. This ambush left Trooper Joe Longobardo losing his life and Trooper Donny Baker critically wounded but making a miraculous recovery and returning to duty one year after their shooting. Trooper Mattson talks candidly about the great efforts the ground Troops performed searching for the Troop A fugitive, and also opens up about his thoughts about decision-making or lack there-of by certain high-ranking State Police Command personnel from both Troop A as well as Division HQ. in Albany, NY. Since his early life Rich has never forgotten his passion for soccer, a sport he fell in love with at the age of 10. After playing in local youth leagues, Rich quickly became a stellar goalie while playing in high school and college, before securing a position in both the semi-pro and professional USA Leagues.

    From Soccer Pro to a Trooper's Journey Fighting for his Life

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About

Welcome to Coffee with Cappie, where our slogan is: "Shootin straight from the hip." It is my intent to provide a comfortable space for police officers from Patrol through Command, both active and retired, to talk open and freely about what's on their mind. I ask that we all respect the fact that our audience will include family members of officers that may be the subject of discussion by some guests. Vulgarity and profane language are highly discouraged. Our police podcast will include LE officers and individuals associated with police agencies from across the USA and Canada. Format will include LE guest interviews, Host story-telling about real cases and assignments, as well as commentaries on hot-button issues in LE. I am a retired New York State Police Captain who, after an exciting 32 year career I retired in 2013. I continued to work both domestically and overseas as an independent police contractor in 12 African countries, Haiti, the Middle East, and the Philippines. My SP career included 13 years assigned to the Mobile Response Team (MRT) Tactical Unit as an member and also Commander. I also served as a road Trooper, Sergeant, BCI Lieutenant and Captain - Zone Commander.

Information

  • Creator
    Scott L. Brown
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Scott L. Brown
  • Show Website
    Coffee with Cappie