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Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma StoriesThe Traumas of Police Work and DrowningThe Traumas of Police Work and Drowning Deaths, Special Episode. The badge doesn’t always protect the heart. Retired Seminole County Sheriff’s Sergeant Mark DiBona knows that truth all too well. After more than three decades in law enforcement, spanning from Braintree, Massachusetts to the heart of Florida, DiBona's battle wasn’t just with criminals, it was with the lasting traumas of police work, the devastating toll of a baby’s drowning death, and a fight for his own life. The episode is also promoted across their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other platforms.
“I couldn’t save that...2025-06-1539 min
Blue Truth and BourbonMental Health in Law EnforcementTonight we talk to Mark DiBona, a retired law enforcement officer and the co-founder of Protecting the Guardian. Our conversation covers the often difficult to talk about issue and the stigma involved with cops and mental health.2025-02-211h 36
The Daily Ticket With Sean BraceFinish The Story 59: Night 2 - 02/04/25Sean Barnard and Ryan "BEEF" Coyle dive into all the numbers for #SuperBowlLIX as the #Eagles look to finish the story against the #Chiefs in #SuperBowlLIX.Guests:Mark Henry Jr.Anthony DiBonaALSO, Roy Burton goes Behind Enemy Lines as he and #Chiefs fan Sivad Davis disssect #SuperBowlLIX from every side of every angle!2025-02-052h 20
Pathway To Wellness With RobinMark Dibona - From Rock Bottom to Rockstar of Mental HealthHi Friends, on this episode, I talk to Mark who is a retired Law Enforcement Officer and he shares his story. He takes us through his journey of going through some frustrating challenges from his past and on the job that brought him to the brink of despair. Thankfully, he found his way back and in the process, he has made it his mission to help other First Responders through his foundation - Protecting The Guardian.
In this episode, Mark explains about his symptoms and his journey. Please listen at your own discretion.
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Criminal Justice EvolutionCriminal Justice Evolution Podcast: Mark DiBona - Retired LEO, Speaker and SurvivorHello everyone and welcome back to the Show. Thank you all for the continued support. If you are a new listener - Welcome. If you are a long-time listener, welcome back and thank you for your continued support.
A big Thank You to all the brave men and women who serve in the Criminal Justice Field. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Please be safe and keep up the good work.
I struggled. I was in a dark place for a long time. I was in pain, and I masked it with alcohol. I was...2024-06-1258 min
The Next Shift PodcastMark's Next Shift: When the job literally becomes life or deathSend us a textLaw Enforcement is full of life or death decisions, often made in a split second...but what about when the life or death decision is in regard to YOUR own life?In this week's episode features Mark DiBona, a retired Police Sergeant turned co-founder of Protecting the Guardian and International Speaker, who is passionate about First Responder Mental Health and suicide prevention. When he's not out serving the community he once served alongside, he is at home with his wife and dog, playing music...with hopes of opening a dive bar h...2024-05-151h 20
The Catapult EffectReal Life Struggles From a Former Police OfficerIn this week’s episode of The Pain Changer®, I have a special guest join me: Mark DiBona. Mark is a Retired Police Sergeant who spent 33 years in the field of law enforcement.Mark and I were connected on LinkedIn and after one zoom call with him, I knew I wanted him to share his story with you. He is dedicating his life as a former police officer to the mental health and wellness of first responders. He does this through public speaking events, as well as through a company he co-founded: Protecting the...2024-05-081h 31
The Tough CoverTough Cover Show -- 2/24/24Mark Henry Jr. talks #NFL and #NFLDraft. Anthony DiBona of Pro Football Network joins the show in the second part of the first hour. Jon Jansen joins the show in the second hour.2024-02-241h 32
The Gambler WeekendsTough Cover Show: Hour 1 -- 2/24/24Mark Henry Jr. talks #NFL and #NFLDraft. Anthony DiBona of Pro Football Network joins the show in the second part of the hour.2024-02-2449 minThe Tough CoverAnthony DiBona Interview -- 2/24/24Anthony DiBona of Pro Football Network joins Mark Henry Jr. to talk #Eagles and the rest of the #NFL.2024-02-2425 min
Law Enforcement Life Coach / Sometimes Heroes Need Help PodcastMark DiBona / International Keynote Speaker / Protecting the Guardian / First Responder Mental Health & Suicide PreventionThis week I had the pleasure of sitting down with fellow Bostonian, Mark DiBona. Mark is a retired LEO who has had his fair share of time in navigating the darkness. We talked about the good times and bad, and how he came out the other side not only in one piece, but thriving. Mark shares with us his second chapter endeavors and his commitment to give back to the first responder community with his latest initiative, "Protecting the Guardian" . The mission of Protecting the Guardian is to create, promote and maintain the health and wellness of L...2024-01-221h 15
Raw Thoughts PodcastEP 93: Navigating PTSD In First RespondersSend us a textMeet MarK DiBona, a man who is healthy and living a good life. But that wasn't always his story. He was sexually abused as a child by an officer, who then became an officer. Through the years of critical incidences, drinking, aggression and 2 suicide attempts, Mark is here with us today. Giving us tools on how he managed to get out of his darkness and be supported along the way. Email: m.rawthoughts@gmail.comMindbase: The first proactive approach to first responders mental well-being. Schedule a demo today...2023-12-051h 05
Punk Farm MediaAbove the Standard - #30 - Mark DiBonaMark DiBona had a 30+ year career in law enforcement which resulted in a tremendous battle with depression and attempted suicide. He has since devoted his life to tearing down the barriers of mental health for fire responders. He's the founder of Protecting the Guardian, a non-profit organization that aims to address mental health in first responders.2023-11-111h 26
The Antihero PodcastSuicide In Our Culture feat. Mark DiBonaMark DiBona, retired cop and founder of Protecting The Guardian, joins Tyler to talk his career as a cop and his suicide attempt while on duty. This sparked his journey to help first responders and veterans deal with PTSD/PTSI and live a healthy prosperous life!! Mark and Tyler also discuss toxic work environments, crappy supervisors (not leaders), and finding Jesus through hard times.
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H.O.P.E Beyond The BadgeMark DiBonaMark DiBona is a retired police officer & current technical advisor & mental health liaison for "Protecting the Guardian" - An organization that aims to create, promote, and maintain the health and wellness of law enforcement officers.Mark joins us on the podcast & speaks openly about his own experiences with duty trauma, childhood abuse, suicide, faith, and healing.2023-07-141h 25
Street Cop PodcastEpisode 651: It's Okay to Not Be Okay with Mark DiBonaOn today's episode, Dennis speaks with retired Patrol Sergeant Mark DiBona. Mark discusses his 33 year long career and opens up about the mental health issues that he developed and tells his captivating story about attempting to commit suicide twice while on the job. Mark is currently a Technical Advisor and Law Enforcement Mental Health Liaison with In The Line of Duty Video’s with Protecting the Guardian, a organization dedicated to creating, promoting, and maintaining the health and wellness of law enforcement officers through education and training.
Check out the Protecting the Guardian here: protectingtheguardian.com
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Behind the TinEmerging from a dark place only to shine the light on others with Sgt (ret) Mark DibonaLove to hear your feedback! Send us a text! Stephen J "The Good Lieutenant" and Justin "The Civilian Producer" listen to the very personal story of Sgt (ret) Mark Dibona go from the darkest place to leading LEOs to a path of hope and motivation. Support the show2022-03-081h 01
Stuff You Never Ever Learned at the AcademyBurned FingersAs a law enforcement officer, have you ever been 'burned' by a bad decision?In this episode, Line of Duty's Ron Barber gives us his version of "Cops for Dummies/How to get Burned." He talks with LOD Technical Adviser Mark DiBona about an incident involving an officer giving a ride to a person walking along the interstate.Tune in to find out what happens next!2021-10-2211 min
Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma StoriesBaby’s Life He Couldn’t Save, Almost Claimed His. Sheriff Sergeant's PTSD.Baby’s Life He Couldn’t Save, Almost Claimed His. Sheriff Sergeant's PTSD. Mark DiBona, a retired Sheriff's Sergeant is our guest. He talks about his career in law enforcement and an incident where he was not able to save the life of a baby in medical distress. The trauma of that event, combined with the years of exposure to violence and trauma caused him to spiral out of control. Mark talks about the negative impact all of this had on his life and his near death experience. He discusses coming back from the brink and his amazing recovery. Mark...2021-02-0342 min
The Counselor and The ConEpisode 6 - (Police Interactions Part DEUX) w/ Comedian Ponchi HerreraShow Notes In this episode, we continue our multi-part series on interactions with law enforcement. We start out talking about an important lesson taken from the impact of the job on the mental health of LEOs, and it turns into a deep dive! Kam and Iggy are joined on this episode by our producer and former EMT Nico Adjemian to talk about what it means to encounter these experiences on a regular basis, and then ourspecial guest, comedian Ponchi Herrera, talks about the impact of comedy on mental health. It turns out, we are al...2020-11-2356 min
Pointman Podcast#8. BlueHelp with Mark DiBona
Send us a textBlueHelp's mission is to reduce mental health stigma through education, advocate for benefits for those suffering from post-traumatic stress, acknowledge the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers we lost to suicide, assist officers in their search for healing, and to bring awareness to suicide and mental health issues. They are a 501(c)3, and can be found at www.bluehelp.orgCombat Flip Flops- Bad for Running, Worse for FightingProtekt Products - Veteran Owned Supplements Code Pointman 10% Off Gatorz Eyewear- American Made EyewearFollow...2020-09-191h 52Pointman Podcast#8. BlueHelp with Mark DiBona
Send us a textBlueHelp's mission is to reduce mental health stigma through education, advocate for benefits for those suffering from post-traumatic stress, acknowledge the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers we lost to suicide, assist officers in their search for healing, and to bring awareness to suicide and mental health issues. They are a 501(c)3, and can be found at www.bluehelp.orgCombat Flip Flops- Bad for Running, Worse for FightingProtekt Products - Veteran Owned Supplements Code Pointman 10% Off Gatorz Eyewear- American Made EyewearFollow...2020-09-191h 52
Recovery Is PossibleEpisode 14 - Interview with Mark DiBona from Blue H.E.L.P.I interview retired Patrol Sergeant Mark DiBona. Mark discusses how he overcame two suicide attempts and is living a joyous and fulfilling life today. Find out more at bluehelp.org.
2020-08-291h 06Stuff You Never Ever Learned at the AcademyFear of Being Branded a Rat? Listen Up. The Times They Are a-Changin'.Are you fearful of reporting or correcting a superior officer for fear of retribution, punishment, or even termination?In this episode, Ron Barber talks with Ret. Sgt. Mark DiBona about fear based lack of reporting. It has become an ongoing problem in law enforcement.Tune in and let us know what you think.2020-08-2010 minStuff You Never Ever Learned at the AcademyShould the Rule of One More be the Rule of Many More?Are you familiar with the Rule of One More?In this episode, we feature the thoughts of Ron Barber and three of Line of Duty's technical advisors....Randy Sutton, Herb Hood and Mark DiBona.Tune in and tell us what you think.2020-06-0409 min
Explore Purpose032 Mark DiBona - Law Enforcement and Trauma
Mark DiBona was born and raised in Boston Massachusetts. In 1985, Mark began his Law Enforcement career with the Braintree Police Department and later transferred to the Amtrak Police Department. During 1993, Mark moved to Florida and continued his Law Enforcement with the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office, where he retired as a Patrol Sergeant in March of 2019. During his career, Mark held several positions and assignments to include Peer Support Team and Critical Incident Stress Management Team. Mark is a Police Academy Instructor at the Seminole State College Police Academy. Mark is dedicated to advocating for the elimination of...2020-05-111h 03
The Mindful Cops#005 Blue HELP’s Mark DiBona Talks Talks About Suicide Among First RespondersAs a First Responder you see, hear, and smell things throughout your career that you will never forget. There are moments that will cause you to flash back to a prior experience and there is little you can do to stop that from happening. In this episode, Mark DiBona, a retired police sergeant with 33 years of experience, takes us through the journey of his career and what led him into depression and having PTSD. Mark was moments away from committing suicide when he was saved by a co-worker. Mark talks in detail about the road to his darkest moment and...2020-03-261h 05