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Policing Matters'You don't see it coming': The roadside threat officers underestimateEvery officer knows traffic is dangerous — but most don't realize how fast everything can change. Bob Bemis didn’t either, until March 27, 2015. Responding to a vehicle fire, he was struck by a swerving car, crushed and left fighting to walk, see and live again. Today, the retired Pennsylvania State Police sergeant is on a mission to change how agencies prepare officers for roadside dangers.
In this episode of the Policing Matters podcast, host Jim Dudley speaks with Bemis and Jack Sullivan, Director of Training at the Emergency Responder Safety Institute, about the
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A Cop’s Life (Video)Celebrating my “Alive Day” Guest Bob BemisCelebrating my “Alive Day” with Guest Bob Bemis
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A Cop's LifeCelebrating my “Alive Day” Guest: Bob BemisCelebrating my “Alive Day” Guest: Bob Bemis
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Courageous Leadership with Travis YatesThe Wounded Blue with Lt. Randy SuttonSend us a textWhen Randy Sutton, founder of The Wounded Blue, takes the stage, you can't help but be moved by his stories of valor and sacrifice. Our latest leadership conference episode transports you to Eureka, Nevada, where Randy's powerful seminar addresses the alarming reality and challenges faced by our law enforcement heroes injured in the line of duty. Through the poignant tale of Bob Bemis, a former sergeant whose life was forever changed on a fateful day, we gain not just an understanding of the physical toll but the emotional scars borne by officers like...2024-04-2320 min
UnTextbooked | A history podcast for the futureHow does Disneyland Reflect the American Dream?What does it mean to belong in the American imagination? That’s one question we explore on this week’s episode of UnTextbooked. In another installment of “UnTextbooking the Museum Collections”, we dive into the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History exhibit named “Mirror Mirror: Disney theme parks and American stories”. Producer Victor Ye speaks with original Disney Imagineer Bob Gurr about working with Walt Disney, designing original Disney rides, and queer identity. Smithsonian Curator Bethanee Bemis shares how Walt Disneyland is a microcosm of the American dream. Listen to new episodes every Thursday. Follow the sho...2024-02-0141 min
Law Enforcement Life Coach / Sometimes Heroes Need Help PodcastTyler Thomas / Undersheriff Eureka County / Leadership Summit FounderThis week I sit down with Eureka County Undersheriff Tyler Thomas. Tyler is everything that right with the law enforcement profession. Tyler with the support of Sheriff Jesse Watts has developed a one of a kind leadership summit held every year for the past four years in Eureka, NV. We talked about the concept of how it came to be and discussed more importantly how you might be able to attend this leadership summit at no cost. This years conference, April 15th thru the 18th, with a line up of speakers that is sure to leave a lasting impact on...2024-01-2922 min
Life After The BadgeInterview with Sgt. Robert Bemis, Pa State Police (Ret)Bob Bemis has thirty years experience in law enforcement, along with a colorful career with the USMC. In March of 2015, Bob was involved in a horrible accident while on duty that nearly took his life. His recovery and return to duty inspired his book, Forged in Scars and Stripes: A Trooper's Victory Over Critical Injury, and also inspired Bob to work with The Wounded Blue, a national support and assistance program for injured and disabled officers. Bob's book can be purchased through his web page, Forgedinscars.com. The Wounded Blue can be contacted through the...2023-03-031h 03
Comic Book ClubThe Stack: Avengers Assemble, Justice Society of America And MoreOn this week's packed Stack podcast:Avengers Assemble AlphaMarvelWritten by Jason AaronArt by Bryan Hitch, Andrew Currie & Alex SinclairJustice Society of America #1DC ComicsWritten by Geoff JohnsArt by Mikel JanínPlush #1 Image ComicsWritten by Doug WagnerArt by Daniel HillyardCat-Man and Kitten #1 DynamiteWritten by Jeff ParkerArt by Jos...2022-11-301h 24
The StackThe Stack: Avengers Assemble, Justice Society of America And MoreOn this week's packed Stack podcast:Avengers Assemble AlphaMarvelWritten by Jason AaronArt by Bryan Hitch, Andrew Currie & Alex SinclairJustice Society of America #1DC ComicsWritten by Geoff JohnsArt by Mikel JanínPlush #1 Image ComicsWritten by Doug WagnerArt by Daniel HillyardCat-Man and Kitten #1 DynamiteWritten by Jeff ParkerArt by Jos...2022-11-301h 24
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 351Comic Reviews: DC Blood Syndicate Season One 1 by Geoffrey Thorne, ChrisCross, Juan Castro, Wil Quintana Jurassic League 1 by Juan Gedeon, Daniel Warren Johnson, Mike Spicer Marvel Captain America: Symbol of Truth 1 by Tochi Onyebuchi, R.B. Silva, Jesus Aburtov Hulk vs. Thor: Banner of War Alpha by Donny Cates, Martin Coccolo, Matt Wilson Moon Knight: Black, White, and Blood 1 by Jonathan Hickman, Marc Guggenheim, Mureqa Ayodele, Jorge Fornes, Adedotun Akanda, Chris Bachalo Patsy Walker Infinity Comic 1 by Trina Robbins, Derek Charm, Rico Renzi, Clayton Cowles Image Eight Billion Genies 1 by Charles Soule, Ryan Browne, Kevin Knipstein Dark Horse Avatar: Adapt o...2022-05-102h 55
SAMatters RadioTrooper Down on the Roadway. The Bob Bemis Story (SAM 387)This interview is with Bob Bemis, a retired Pennsylvania State Trooper who was struck and severely injured while attending to a vehicle fire on I-81 in eastern Pennsylvania.2022-02-0856 min
The What's a Hero PodcastEpisode 037: part 2 Sgt. Bob Bemis (Ret.)Episode 037: part 2 of the What's a Hero Podcast concludes from part 1 of our conversation with Bob Bemis about his book Scars & Stripes: A Trooper's victory over critical injury. This Marine Corps. veteran and retired Pennsylvania State Trooper's shares how he chose to live and work on his terms after a life altering trauma that change his life forever. His positive attitude, desire to help others and refusal to not give up are traits we can all learn from Bob. 2021-12-051h 06The What's a Hero PodcastEpisode 037: part 1 Sgt. Bob Bemis (Ret.)Episode 037: part 1 of the What's a Hero Podcast introduces us to a man who thought of doing nothing else with his life than serving others. Bob Bemis is a Marine Corps. veteran and was a 25+ year Pennsylvania State Trooper before retiring on his terms. His Book Forged in Scars and Stripes chronicles his journey that made him the man he is today. The tenacity and desire to continue serving is what keeps him going, even through adversity. This is a trooper victory over critical injury. 2021-11-291h 02
Columbia House PartySingles: Two Tongues - CrawlIn the latest Columbia House Party single, Jake and Blake use their two tongues to discuss the Two Tongues of Max Bemis and Chris Conley. After enjoying their work together on a Bob Dylan tribute, the respective lead singers of Say Anything and Saves the Day collaborated on a 2009 album together. The result, though, doesn’t quite live up to the expectations cast by each groups’ previous work, a common risk in supergroup formation.2020-08-0714 min
Before The StreamSoundgarden: Badmotorfinger, with D. James GoodwinDan Goodwin (djamesgoodwin.com), the brilliant record-maker behind recent releases from Bob Weir, Kevin Morby, The Hold Steady and so many more, joins host Jason Bemis Lawrence to talk about Soundgarden's 1991 album Badmotorfinger. Dan talks about the album's impact on him growing up and how it has remained one of his top all-time records, while Jason realizes he never absorbed it the way he thought he had. This leads to a wide-ranging discussion of grunge, songwriting, lyrics, production and so much more. Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast! Email us at b...2020-07-201h 34
No Drop-in Fee Podcast#22 - Part 1: Law Enforcement Training with Retired Sgt. Bob BemisIn a break from our normal topics, we meet up with retired Pennsylvania State Police Sergeant Bob Bemis. We discuss the following:Current Law Enforcement TrainingWhat training may look like in the futureJiu-Jitsu Training for Police"Defund the police" movementGeorge FloydAdvice for Current Law EnforcementBob gives us his thoughts after an illustrious 30+ year career in law enforcement that focused on Defensive Tactics and Civil Disorder. He is also the author of Forged in Scars, a personal story about his victory over critical injury -> Click HereSupport the show2020-07-141h 30
Do By FridayManchurian BottomThis week’s challenge: learn how to draw butts.
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No Drop-in Fee Podcast#5 - Forged in Scars & Stripes with Sergeant Bob BemisOur old friend, retired Sergeant Bob Bemis, calls in to talk with us about his 30+ year career in law enforcement and the accident that changes his life forever. Brief summary: On March 27, 2015, Sergeant Robert "Bob" Bemis, then a 22-year veteran of the Pennsylvania State Police, stopped along the side of an interstate highway to render assistance to a disabled motorist whose vehicle was on fire. A passing vehicle approaching the scene lost control and struck the rear of Bob's police vehicle, which was driven forward striking him. Bob received life-threatening and permanent injury. Ch...2019-11-181h 30
Advanced TV HerstoryWild Network Demands: The Judy Garland Show Falters Part 3In this episode of Advanced TV Herstory, Cynthia Bemis Abrams and Emmy-nominated performer Angela Ingersoll take a hard look at the monumental production pressures Judy Garland faced during her legendary CBS variety show. The Judy Garland Show was given an unprecedented budget, setting high standards in production quality with lighting, set design, and costumes by the legendary Bob Mackie. Despite these efforts, CBS demanded that Judy beat top-rated competitors like Bonanza, setting up impossible expectations. Cynthia and Angela unpack how these demands and lack of network leadership led to frustrations, and what these struggles reveal about women’s battles wi...2019-02-0132 min
Advanced TV HerstoryWomen Who Reported Watergate and Broke BarriersBarbara Walters, Lesley Stahl, and Connie Chung are the groundbreaking women who reported on the Watergate scandal for national television networks. Host Cynthia Bemis Abrams examines how their coverage shaped journalism history and how each woman leveraged new opportunities during a pivotal era of change. Highlights: Barbara Walters’ rise from Washington bureau to Today Show co-anchor The role of Affirmative Action in opening newsroom careers How Stahl and Chung built lasting success amid fierce competition The larger impact of women’s contributions to investigative journalism. Emerging technologies like field camer...2017-07-0238 min
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 027Brubaker's Cap, Worst X-Man Ever 1, Favorite Superhero Runs, Kickstarters (Alter-Life, Morgan's Organs), Snarl by Kelly Bender, Salvagers by Bob Salley, Timely Comics, Iron Fist Casting, Extraordinary X-Men by Lemire, X-Line in general and the Comics Countdown 24 Feb 2016.
Favorite Runs: Uncanny X-Men by Claremont/Byrne, FF by Stan/Jack, Avengers by Busiek/Perez, Green Lantern by Johns, FF by Hickman, Batman by Snyder, JLI by Giffen/DeMatteis/Maguire. Honorable Mentions: Black Panther by Priest, Spidey by JMS/Romita Jr, FF by Waid/Ringo, DD by Frank Miller, Dini Detective, Flash and JSA by Johns, Alias by Bendis, DD...2016-03-011h 24