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Policing In AmericaThe Real Operative: Inside Child Trafficking with Paul HutchinsonBy far the most emotional podcast I have done. Paul Hutchinson is a modern day hero. He has walked through the gates of hell to meet the Devil himself in order to save the most innocent among us. Please enjoy this episode! If you want to support Paul (see below) Websites: Liberating Humanity Website: liberating-humanity.com Child Liberation Foundation Website: childliberation.org Social: Instagram: instagram.com/liberating.humanity Facebook: facebook.com/liberating.humanity TikTok: tiktok.com/@liberating.humanity X: x.com/paulhutchinson Youtube: youtube.com/@liberatinghumanity LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paulhutch 2025-05-011h 25
Policing In AmericaGetting of the X - Lessons from a CIA OperatorFormer CIA counterterrorism officer Michele Rigby Assad joins us to talk espionage, fear, intuition, and how to own your presence in the world’s most dangerous places. This isn’t Jason Bourne, because that's Hollywood. Michele lived that life without any safety nets. Often times she was alone and her only "weapons" were her abilities to read the situation and make the best decisions available; to get off the X and act. You can find Michele here https://michelerigbyassad.com/ You can fund her book here https://www.amazon.com/s?k=get+off+the+...2025-04-101h 04
Policing In AmericaToo Many Rules, Too Little ThinkingIn this episode, Sgt Tom sits down with Professor, philosopher, and martial artist Barry Lam to unpack the hidden costs of rule-heavy systems in high-stakes professions like policing. Together, they explore why too many rules can actually undermine judgment, initiative, and moral reasoning on the front lines. From the ethics of discretion to the neuroscience of decision-making, this conversation challenges the idea that more policy equals better outcomes. What if better training in judgment—not more rules—is the key to better policing? Tune in for a conversation that bridges street-level experience with deep philosophical insight. Find Barr...2025-03-251h 02
Policing In AmericaThe Flaw in Fighting Crime - The Dark Side of Data.In this we hear from a former FBI Cyber Special Agent who pulls back the curtain on how data can be a game-changer in the fight against crime—but also reveals the startling ways many police agencies are getting it wrong. Our conversation dives into the challenges and opportunities of leveraging data for public safety. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a law enforcement professional, or just curious about the intersection of technology and justice, this episode will leave you with a new perspective on the power—and potential missteps—of data in modern policing.2025-01-271h 14
Behind The ShieldTom Datro (Community Policing, Drug Prohibition and the impact of the Defund Movement) - Episode 1013 Tom Datro is a Veteran West Coast Law Enforcement Officer and the host of the Policing in America Podast. We discuss his early life in Chicago, his journey into policing, the negative impact of the 'Defund' movement on his community, drug prohibition, proactive corrections, the recruitment crisis and much more.2024-12-022h 05
Policing In AmericaService, Honor, and Sacrifice - A conversation with a War Nurse.Ret. Captain Christine Collins is a decorated veteran and trauma nurse during a pivotal deployment to Afghanistan in 2009. Stationed at Bagram Air Base, she found herself at the epicenter of the conflict, tirelessly working to save the lives of American troops, Afghan civilians caught in the crossfire, and even enemy fighters. Through her raw and poignant memoir, Christine unveils the physical and emotional toll of war, not just on those fighting but also on the medical personnel tasked with picking up the pieces. Her amazing book titled Service Honor and Sacrifice can be found on Amazon, Audible...2024-08-191h 49
Our National ConversationTheLatest - Conversation Between Activist and LAPD OfficerLAPD officer, Tom Datro, and Morehouse College Activist, Deavan Rector discuss police reform, th Atlanta PD "Sick Out," and making Juneteenth a national holiday. In this week's episode, the focus is on solutions, not finger-pointing. This is a reupload of a podcast from June 20th, 2020. 2024-07-2040 min
Policing In AmericaWhat's the truth about crime rates? A conversation with economist John LottI have been wrestling with the recent news reports about the historic plummeting of crime rates for some time. I am left thinking, "Don't believe your lying eyes." Depending on which news outlets you watch you might have a very different perspective on crime. The left tells you the drop in crime is historic - https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/30/trump-crime-fbi-data-murder-statistics/73443631007/ Right-wing outlets tell you Blue States are basically hellscapes and it's Mad MAX everywhere. I want an honest conversation to find the truth and perhaps some nuance. I have reached out to Jeff Ashe...2024-05-311h 04
Policing In AmericaSelf-Defense - When there are no POLICE - It's up to you; BE READYDonovan Brit is a US Army Veteran, a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Krav Maga, and the creator of the Las Vagas Combat Academy. https://lasvegascombatacademy.com/ Donovan shares his unique insights on police use of force, self-defense, and how to prepare for the worst-case scenario. 2024-05-091h 09
Policing In AmericaThe Problem with Police TrainingScott Savage is the founder of The Savage Training Group. A police training and education company committed to providing the highest quality police training and education. Scott recently retired from policing as a Lieutenant. During his time in law enforcement Scott worked a variety of units including SWAT. His unique experiences and perspectives coupled with his incredible skill-set makes him at the tip of the spear in modern police training and education. Learn more about this company here - https://savagetraininggroup.com/about-us/ Read some of his work here - https://savagetraininggroup.com/officer-confuses-falling-acorn-gunshot/ Pl...2024-04-301h 14
Policing In AmericaOperation Fast and Furious WHISTLEBLOWER Peter FocelliPeter J. Forcelli is a retired Deputy Assistant Director from the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. He served for 15 years with the N.Y.P.D., before retiring from the Bronx Homicide Task Force. Mr. Forcelli is a survivor of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks on the World Trade Center, and the lung cancer that he later developed because of his work in the rescue and recovery efforts at Ground Zero. Mr. Forcelli is also a WHISTLEBLOWER for Operation Fast and Furious.2024-03-221h 32
Policing In AmericaPress Patrol - Navigating the News and Policing with Steve Gregory of KFI NEWSIn this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with a nationally recognized journalist and winner of multiple Golden Mic awards Steve Gregory of KFI news. Steve shares his extensive knowledge on the media, the coverage of policing, national versus local news, and how agencies can create partnerships with the media to enhance policing relations and perceptions of policing. Steve's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevegregory640/?hl=en Steve's Linkdin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevegregory640/ Follow Steve on X here - https://twitter.com/stevengregory?lang=en ...2024-03-041h 06
Policing In AmericaThe Huth Method - A conversation with Charles "Chip" HuthChip Huth has spent more than four decades building his leadership credentials. From growing up in poverty, to leading an internationally recognized SWAT unit, to speaking on a TED stage, Chip shares with us his incredible story, lessons he learned the hard way, his mistakes, and his incredible accomplishments. Personally, Chip is someone I look up to and someone who inspires tens of thousands of cops. I hope you enjoy our talk as much as I enjoyed having it. Thank you for your continued support - I am beyond grateful that you continue to join me o...2024-01-241h 08
Policing In AmericaTrauma Informed Care - From the inside out.In the world of policing Trauma informed care is taught to police officers so that officers can better deal with community members experiencing mental and emotional crisis. However, very little time is spent on officers interacting with each other through the lens of trauma informed care. September is Law Enforcement suicide awareness month. Our guest, Dr. Michelle Gundy, is making it her professional mission to educate officers and stop the suicide epidemic present in our community. An added benefit of this is the officers will better serve and protect their community members. 2023-09-1859 min
That Chelsea PodcastEpisode 127 “2023/24 season preview show”After an 8 week break the pod returns. Nick is joined by Tom Coley (@tomcoley49) from football.london (@Football_LDN) to preview the 2023/24 season. This summer the public has been hit with “Barbenheimer” with both Barbie & Oppenheimer being huge hits at the box office, making lots of money in the process. Chelsea also have raked in a lot of money this summer & that’s where we begin with the departures of Tiémoué Bakayoko, N'Golo Kanté, Kalidou Koulibaly, Mateo Kovačić, Édouard Mendy, Kai Havertz, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Mason Mount, César Azpilicueta, Baba Rahman, Christian Pulisic, Ethan...2023-08-062h 45
Policing In AmericaReimagining Safety - Two Different Perspectives; one common goal.During this podcast I have a robust conversation with award-winning writer/director Mathew Solomon. Despite our different points of view, perspectives, and opinions we find a great deal of common ground and hopefully set the example for how dialogue and debate should occur. 2023-07-101h 30
Policing In AmericaConsent Decree's - Valuable intervention or a waste of time and money?Bob Scales shares his insights and experiences with Seattle PD and their Consent Decree. Fair-minded, reasonable, and academically rigorous Bob is a pleasure to listen to and has a lot to say.2023-04-2557 min
THINK BIG with Michael ZellnerALL THINGS POLICING AND CRIME- MEMPHIS AND BEYOND with Former Memphis Police Association President Michael Williams and LAPD Sargeant Tom Datro on Episode 109In Part 1 of our series, we discuss the police situation and crime in Memphis and across the country at the current moment and why so many criminals are able to get away with the horrible things they are doing. I am joined by former Memphis Police Association President Michael Williams and current LAPD Sargeant Tom Datro. 2023-02-221h 45
Policing In AmericaIs POLICE CULTURE the problem? Dr. Frank Tortorello (Cultural Anthrpologist) shares his insightsIn this episode, I continue my post-Memphis series with Dr. Frank Tortorello. Dr. Tortorello is a trained and educated cultural anthropologist, author, researcher, and strategist. Dr. Tortorello has a number of articles and his book can be found here https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B08N6R8F44&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_P81GM772XRDZAXDCP72P Is it police culture or personal choice? Is it individual values or organizational pressures? Hear what Frank has to say - it's amazing!2023-02-151h 01
Policing In AmericaIs there MEDIA BIAS when it comes to Policing- A conversation with Leslie MarshallDemocratic Strategist, nationally syndicated radio host, and FOX News contributor Leslie Marshall and I discuss what many in policing see as a no-brainer. Media Bias when it comes to covering the police. Leslie is known for her honesty and fair perspective. Hear what she has to say about this topic and the racism in America today. 2023-01-2458 min
Policing In AmericaBetter Policing starts with understanding Neuroscience EducationStafanie Faye is a neuroscience specialist who has worked with Google, Stanford, UC San Diego Medical school, the Department of Defense, the Canada School of Public Service, and many more. To learn more about this incredible woman please visit her website here https://stefaniefaye.com/ In this episode, Stefanie and I discuss a wide range of policing issues and how a better understanding of neuroscience will improve policing. 2022-12-201h 02
Policing In AmericaAre we OVER-Punishing criminals ?Elizabeth Franklen-Best, a 20-year attorney, has been reversing criminal convictions for 15-plus years. We discuss a component on the Criminal Justice system that does not get as much attention as policing; criminal sentencing. Elizabeth is a pragmatic, intelligent, attorney who values public safety. She also fights for those who many have written off; the incarcerated. It was a pleasure to talk with Elizabeth and hear her perspective on how one part of the justice system can be improved and why it needs to be. https://elizabethfranklinbest.com/about-attorney/ 2022-12-0359 min
Policing In AmericaPolicing's False Narrative - and the deadly consequencesPeter Kirsanow is a distinguished US Commission on Civil Rights member and a practicing attorney. Mr. Kirsanow believes data should drive public policy, not emotions, not feelings, and certainly not the media. 2022-11-0456 min
Policing In AmericaBias Policing with Jessica NordellSgt Tom speaks with Jessica Nordell about the social and cognitive phenomena of bias. Can police departments foster trust and legitimacy with those they are sworn to protect and serve through a better understanding of bias? Are the right incentives in place to encourage fair and just policing? To learn more about Jessica and her amazing work please visit https://www.jessicanordell.com/ 2022-09-231h 01
Policing In AmericaCan We Improve Police Training by Modeling the MarinesPolicing across the US seems to embrace a "para-military" framework. However, policing seems to simply assume the hierarchy and rank structures but appears to be failing in the training and education of their officers. Dr Frank Tortorello suggests that training is being "over-neurologized". Could Dr. Tortorello be on the verge of initiating a quantum leap in police training and education? Give a listen and tell me what you think. I for one am convinced he is on to something big. 2022-09-0156 min
Policing In AmericaBroken Windows Policing - Is it time to go back?Professor Peter Moskos, a Princeton and Harvard-trained sociologist, author, and one-time Baltimore cop teaches us about Broken Windows policing; why it's good, why it went awry and is it time to re-visit this crime reduction strategy?2022-07-061h 04
Policing In AmericaChronic Sleep Deprivation and Law Enforcement; A Public Safety CrisisIn this episode, I speak with Professor Lois James from the Washington State University School of Nursing. Professor James has focused a large part of her scholarship on the intersection of sleep deprivation, bias, and policing. She is a brilliant researcher, fair in her methodology, and rigorous in her conclusions. Sleep-Deprivation is a national issue, but because of policing's unique role in society, the costs associated with chronically fatigued officers must be addressed. 2022-05-041h 02
Policing In AmericaThe Wandering Cop - how a small number of officers are creating large problems for the profession.In today's episode, I have a conversation with Professor emeritus Dorothy Schulz. Prof Schulz has a forthcoming research article on the Wandering Cop. Those cops who get into trouble at one agency, but flee to another agency before they can be held accountable for their actions. Please keep an eye out for Dr.Schulz's work which is featured in City Journal and at the Manhattan Insititute where she is also a Fellow. 2022-04-031h 00
Policing In AmericaThe Myth of Mass IncarcerationProfessor Barry Latzer has spent decades studying and researching crime in the United States. This endeavor led Professor Latzer to an interesting conclusion; is it possible that the charge of over-incarceration and "mass incarceration" are terms of opprobrium but not at all supported by the data we currently have. 2021-11-2658 min
CATO PodcastEpisode 34 - A Shotgun Conversation with Sgt. Tom Datro, Host of the Policing in America PodcastMarcus sits down with Sergeant Tom Datro, host of the POLICING IN AMERICA podcast. Sergeant Datro works for one of the largest police departments on the West Coast and created his podcast to address difficult challenges facing law enforcement today. In this episode of the CATO podcast, Marcus and Tom discuss a variety of topics such as de-escalation, leadership, culture, the importance of empathy throughout the organization, and several other challenges facing our profession. Learn more about Tom's podcasts at policinginamerica.com2021-11-261h 18
Policing In AmericaPolice must not pull back on their effortsRobert VerBruggen is a fellow at the Manhattan Institute where he also writes from City Journal. Robert has a list of professional and academic accomplishments including the Chicago Headline Club Peter Lisagor Award. Robert writes on a variety of contemporary issues including public policy, policing, education, public finance, health care and cancel culture to name a few. More on Robert can be found at https://www.city-journal.org/contributor/robert-verbruggen_1816 2021-11-1549 min
Policing In AmericaPolicing in America - Can we Improve Policing?In this bonus episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Professor Peter Moskos from John Jay College. Professor Moskos is an author, a historian, a former police officer with the Baltimore Police Department, and an all-around reasonable gentleman. 2021-08-241h 06
Policing In AmericaBonus Episode - Constitutional Policing with Arif AlikhanArif Alikhan is a National expert on policing, public policy, homeland security, counter-terrorism, and the law. In this episode, Arif explains the importance of the Constitution and how this body of work needs to be at the forefront of policing in America. 2021-08-031h 05
Policing In AmericaData-Driven Policing: Pros and ConsJoin Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Charles Fan Lehman, a fellow at the Manhattan Institute as they discuss data in policing. The Manhattan Institute is a conservative non-profit American think tank focused on domestic policy and urban affairs, established in Manhattan in 1977. Lehman is currently working on their Policing and Public Safety Initiative and as contributing editor for the City Journal. In this episode, they discuss data in policing, the defunding of the police movement, and the repercussions of George Floyd’s death. In this episode you will learn: Lehman’s opinion on the current state...2021-07-1458 minPolicing In AmericaAccountability in Policing: an example in Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio?Join Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Lydia Guzman the Chairwomen of the Phoenix PD and the Dept of Public Safety's Hispanic Advisory Boards as they talk about accountability in policing. In 2017, Lydia’s actions as well as those from other activists helped convict Sheriff Joe Arpaio. In this episode you will learn: When Sheriff Joe crossed the line. Reappropriating funds for Mental Health experts What to do when a police officer gets "the jitters" after a shooting. The problem with the sheriff being an elected. Use of force and what keeps her up at nigh...2021-06-011h 08Policing In AmericaEqual Standard Movie Producer: “everyone has different agendas” in policing Join Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Taheim Bryan, the writer and producer of the movie Equal Standard as they talk about systemic racism and the American police force. They compare policing styles in different parts of the country, and share statistics as they discuss the murder of George Floyd. They also have an uncomfortable conversation about what happens when people make "generalizations" about a community based on the color of their skin. In this episode you will learn: What inspired Taheim Bryan to write Equal Standard “I got convicted from the womb” - Taheim Brya...2021-05-251h 54Policing In AmericaHow do you lead when you're in crises? Join Sgt. Tom Datro and Colonel James Minnich, an academic, author, and retired U.S. Army Colonel as they talk about leadership in policing. Minnich has in-depth experiences in NE Asia since 1982, including 15 years of duty in Korea. He is a professor at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Hawaii where he previously served as Associate Dean, Senior Military Professor, and Senior Military Officer before retiring as a U.S. Army Colonel after 37 years of active duty in 2019.
Definition of Leadership: "I see leadership as an act of inspiring and influencing people. By providing pur...2021-05-181h 19Policing In AmericaLAPD Officer Deon Joseph's Open Letter to Lebron JamesJoin Sgt. Tom Datro and Deon Joseph discuss his open letter to Lebron James and why he is hoping to work with him to save lives. The talk about comments by Kamala Harris, racism in the policing, and the importance of being more proactive in regards to mentally illness. Open Letter to Lebron James in response to his tweet. What it's like answering questions on "big media" shows Mental Health Issues on Skid Row and beyond Having "the talk" about police with children Connect with Deon Joseph on: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deon-joseph-898549124/...2021-05-111h 20Policing In AmericaSgt. Tom "Let's not move backwards" | Production has been paused“It is disappointing that I have to make the following statement, however, with the Derek Chauvin Trial coming to a close combined with the recent controversial Officer Involved Shootings in Minneapolis and Chicago. Many Law Enforcement agencies are hoping for the best, but must prepare for the worst. I am still an active member in law enforcement and my duties and responsibilities as such remain my first priority. Therefore, I must take a week, maybe longer from the Policing in America podcast. This breaks my heart because we are at a point when effective communication is...2021-04-2001 minPolicing In AmericaHarvard Dr: "Threat responses affect optimal decision making"Dr. Yilmaz is a Harvard-trained doctor of neuroscience and is working with the best and brightest at Stanford. Her work is creating a better understanding of the limits of human potential under stress. While it seems like every bad outcome in policing is said to be the result of systemic bias, racism, or institutionalized marginalization there are a few who are stepping away from social science and taking a deeper dive into the hard science of how the brain works under stress. What they are finding might change the way we train police and create a more realistic set of...2021-04-131h 06Policing In AmericaBlack Officer: "I'm cancelled on both sides."Join Sgt. Tom Datro as he interviews Sgt. Cleon Joseph about what it is like to be a black officer who loves his community. They have uncomfortable conversations about growing up in a "well-off" family before losing it all in a recession, becoming an activist and the internal struggle he went through when applying to become a police officer. They talk about the death of George Floyd, reparations and the underlying implicit bias that reveals itself every time an officer pulls over a black man. Connect with Policing in America Podcast on: Website: https://www.po...2021-04-061h 26Policing In AmericaThe Neuroscience AT PLAY in George Floyd's DeathJoin Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Kristy Hodson PhD., as they discuss the neuroscience, specifically the possible schema at play in the officer Derek Chauvin's mind as they engaged with George Floyd. They talk about how our body reacts when our belief system is challenged (whether we realized it or not). And, Kristy shares a personal story about how her beliefs toward police where challenged due to an interaction with her family member. Defining "schema" and discussing neuroscience at play. "I always thought police were the good guys until..." The importance of asking yourself if you're in an...2021-03-301h 03Policing In AmericaThe “MISTAKE” police make: hate crimes against Asian AmericansJoin Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Arif Alikhan as they discuss the recent shootings in Atlanta that took the lives of six Asian American women and two others. They talk about the importance of police officers who are good at decision making and lastly, they ask themselves if racism is systemic, institutional and/or if the country has made progress? Alikhan is President & Chief Legal Counsel for Taclogix, Inc. Most recently, Arif was the Director of Constitutional Policing and Policy for LAPD. The state of policing from your perspective. “One bad rat in the k...2021-03-231h 16Policing In AmericaDefund The Police? Reframing The ConversationJoin Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Lt. Justin Paquette, from the State of New Hampshire's Police Standards and Training Council as they discuss the call to “Defund The Police,” the idea that competence breeds competence and whether or not Active Bystandardership could have saved not only George Floyd, but Derek Chauvin as well. In this episode you will learn: Pros and cons of defunding the police Excessive Force vs Force Training in Policing The problem with how police are portrayed in TV Extreme Accountability The “Secret” Mental Health problem Connect with Policing...2021-03-161h 11Policing In America"Driving While Black" was his offense, so he created an App to combat racial profilingJoin Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Mbye Njie, an activist, who, after seeing the fallout from the Michael Brown case in 2015 and his own unpleasant encounters with police, set out to make a systematic change and help other BIPOC by founding Legal Equalizer. The mobile app allows users to capture police encounters after being pulled over, automatically notify loved ones in real-time, provide information on legal rights involving that encounter, and receive real-time legal advice. In this episode you'll learn: Ways to help protect yourself during traffic stops or other encounters (e.g. hate crime, s...2021-03-091h 11Policing In AmericaAttorney: “Why Bias Training Doesn’t Work”Join Sgt. Tom Datro and his Guest Jonathan Aronie Chair, Georgetown Law/Sheppard Mullin ABLE Project Board of Advisors and Government Talks Attorney as the discuss “data-backed” police trainings like: ABLE: Active Bystandardship for Law Enforcement and how it works. They also talk about how sleep may be a key factor in good and bad policing in America. In this episode you’ll learn: Police lessons learned from the death of George Floyd The ABLE training system Why Aronie says he believes “bias training doesn’t work” What impact did the sit in at Woolworths have on the civil ri...2021-03-0256 minPolicing In AmericaTransitioning from a Warrior Mindset to a Guardian Mindset in PolicingJoin Sergeant Tom Datro and his guest SWAT Officer Jonathan Pultz, talk about the trauma police officers experience call after call and how it can influence their actions. In this episode, Pultz talks about transitioning from a Warrior Mindset to a Guardian Mindset in policing. He discusses his personal struggles with this concept and how maturity, age, education and wellness all play a part in decisions police officers make. In this episode you will learn: The difference between the Warrior & Guardian mindsets The importance of empathy in policing Overcoming the negative connotation associated with th...2021-02-231h 19Policing In AmericaRedefining Loyalty with Active Bystandership in PolicingJoin Sgt. Tom Datro and his guest Lisa Kurtz, the ABLE Project Director with the Innovative Policing Program at Georgetown University Law Center talk about restoring the integrity of police by creating a law enforcement culture that supports peer intervention. The two discuss Consent Decree, police misconduct and reframing what the idea of loyalty means for police officers. In this episode you will learn: How police misconduct occurs (overtime) Defining Consent Decree Compliance Why we don’t have wrong-doing in a vacuum The meaning of Active Bystandardship and Peer Intervention Reframing the idea of what it means...2021-02-161h 03Policing In AmericaImplicit Bias and Policing with Dr. Bryant MarksJoin Sergeant Tom Datro and his guest Dr. Bryant T. Marks, Ph.D., talk about biases, stereotyping, prejudice, discrimination, the police force, the media, and so much more. In this episode, Dr. Bryant explains how implicit bias takes us in the wrong direction once in a while and how racial bias can still exist on individual levels, even in those who do not have systemic power. As Dr. Bryant defines, implicit bias is mostly not about the intent but merely the brain at work. In this episode you will learn: The only two (2) ingredients yo...2021-02-161h 05Policing In AmericaPolicing in America TrailerIn the midst of the Coronavirus Pandemic violent protests against police brutality & racial inequality broke out across the United States in May of 2020. Police Departments have been called out for “bias, racism and unnecessary use of deadly force.” The spark that ignited this fire, the death of 46-year-old George Floyd: a black man, who died after a white police officer in Minneapolis. The rage toward officers is palpable. Police morale is at an all time low. And, many in the community, specifically Black, indigenous and People of Color, don’t trust or feel safe with police. That’s not okay...2021-02-0803 min