Is overtime running your marriage? Learn how to break the debt cycle and build financial wellness for law enforcement couples with Nick Autry — The Financial Cop.
In this episode, Cyndi sits down with Nick Autry, founder of Financial Cop, to unpack why so many first responders struggle financially — and how to change that story. Nick shares how he dug himself out of $80,000 in debt and turned his mistakes into a nationwide mission to teach financial wellness to law enforcement families. Together, they explore budgeting, debt freedom, joint money planning, and creating long-term financial peace as a couple. This conversation blends real-life humor with practical systems that help officers and spouses take back control of their time, money, and stress.
Hosted by Cyndi Doyle, licensed professional counselor supervisor, retired police spouse, and author of Hold the Line, the Code4Couples® Podcast helps law enforcement and first responder couples strengthen their relationships, communication, and wellness.
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00:00 Welcome & intro to The Financial Cop
02:00 How Nick went from $80K in debt to debt-free
08:00 Why first responders struggle with money
12:00 Marriage, money, and the overtime trap
18:00 Financial transparency & budgeting for couples
25:00 The 8 phases of financial training
33:00 Communication, discipline & financial peace
38:00 How to find Nick + resources for law enforcement families
