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Police K9 RadioK9 Leo: A hero remembered - Interview with Handler Justin TortoraIn this episode, we sit down with Corporal Justin Tortora of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office to discuss the life, loss, and legacy of his partner, K9 Leo, a four-year-old Belgian Malinois who made the ultimate sacrifice on February 17, 2024, during a domestic call in Silver Springs, Florida. This heartfelt conversation dives into the incident that claimed Leo’s life, the unbreakable bond between handler and K9, and critical lessons for canine handlers and trainers. What You’ll Learn: The Incident: Leo was shot while protecting Justin and other deputies during a confrontation with an armed...2025-07-241h 04Police K9 RadioFrom Police Work to Entrepreneurship: Aaron Taylor’s Journey with Ridgeside K9In this episode of Police K9 Radio, we sit down with Aaron Taylor, a nationally recognized leader in the dog training world and the founder of Ridgeside K9 LLC. Aaron is a prior Infantry Marine Sergeant with a 100% combat-disabled rating. Leveraging the Yellow Ribbon Program, he attended The George Washington University, earning degrees in both the Science of Policing and Psychology. Following his military service, Aaron spent 16 years with the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office, retiring in 2018 while assigned full-time to K9 on a full-time SWAT team. Over the course of his career, he served 14 years in sp...2025-07-131h 54Police K9 RadioJesse Rembert (Denver SWAT/K9 Sergeant)Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman speak with Sgt. Jesse Rembert about the integration of canines, robots, and drones into SWAT. Jesse Rembert - Denver Police Department 2005-2012 Police Officer 2012-2017 Technician, Metro/SWAT 2017-2019 Sergeant Impact/Street Crimes 2019-2021 Sergeant Internal Affairs 2021-2023 Sergeant Special Operations Response Team 2023-Present Sergeant Metro SWAT & K9 Thank you to our sponsors: Ray Allen Mfg. - Rayallen.com Inukshuk Performance Dog food - INUKSHUKPRO.com Black Jacks Leather - B...2025-07-0258 minPolice K9 RadioSergeant Jesse Rembert (Denver SWAT/K9)Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman speak with Sgt. Jesse Rembert about the integration of canines, robots, and drones into SWAT. Jesse Rembert - Denver Police Department 2005-2012 Police Officer 2012-2017 Technician, Metro/SWAT 2017-2019 Sergeant Impact/Street Crimes 2019-2021 Sergeant Internal Affairs 2021-2023 Sergeant Special Operations Response Team 2023-Present Sergeant Metro SWAT & K9 Thank you to our sponsors: Ray Allen Mfg. - Rayallen.com Inukshuk Performance Dog food - INUKSHUKPRO.com Black Jacks Leather - B...2025-07-0158 minPolice K9 RadioInterview with Dr. MelanieDr. Melanie Uhde is a Trainer, Educator, Speaker and Author. Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman interview Dr. Melanie about the science behind our working dogs. What You’ll Learn: • The psychology behind canine learning and decision-making under pressure • How to reinforce reliability in high-stress environments • Techniques to reduce reactivity and enhance control • Balancing drive, discipline, and handler rapport • Conditioning K9s for real-world operational scenarios • The mental health and resilience of working dogs Key Takeaways: • A confident dog starts with a calm, prepared handler • Training must be adaptable, purpose-driven, and evidence-based • Behavioral issues in working dogs often trace back to overlo...2025-06-021h 40Police K9 RadioK9 Saves Suspect's LifeYOUTUBE LINK to view Video of Deployment https://youtu.be/71_j-f38Rxs "Suspect's car is on fire!" Sgt. Matt Allert and Deputy Shane Day (Riverside Sheriff's K9) debrief a deployment in which the use of a canine brings a dangerous situation to a safe conclusion. Episode Summary In this episode of Police K9 Radio, we break down a powerful real-world deployment where a police K9’s decision-making and training directly saved the life of a suspect. This incident flips the script on the usual apprehension narrative and puts the focus on preservation of li...2025-05-1225 minPolice K9 RadioDrone Versus K9Lt Nate Lange and K-9 Handler Jason Miller from the Elk Grove Police Department discuss the future of law Enforcement and the impact on canine deployments with a state of the art drone program. You can reach Gregg and Rich at Trainers@Dtack9.com Thank you to our sponsors! INUKSHUK PREMIUM DOG FOOD - Inukshukpro.com RAY ALLEN MFG. - Rayallen.com BLACK JACKS LEATHER - BlackJacksLeather.com SAUNA BOX - SAUNABOX/K9.com. Use Key word "K9" for a discount!2025-05-0841 minPolice K9 RadioAttorney Bruce PraetBruce Praet is the co-founder of Lexipol and a partner in Ferguson, Praet and Sherman, a law firm with over 30 years of specializing in defending police civil matters such as shootings, dog bites and pursuits. Prior to becoming an attorney Bruce was a K-9 Handler and SWAT team member for the Orange Police Department. You can reach Gregg and Rich at Trainers@Dtack9.com T hank you to our sponsors! These are companies that we believe in and use their products. INUKSHUK PREMIUM DOG FOOD. Inukshukpro.com RAY ALLEN MFG. Rayallen.com 2025-04-2750 minPolice K9 RadioRedefining our K9 Unit - Riverside Sheriff's K9Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman interview Sgt. Matthew Allert and Deputy Shane Day of Riverside County Sheriff's Office about making changes within the Riverside County Sheriff's K-9 unit. Thank you to our sponsors! These are companies that we believe in and use their products. I NUKSHUK PREMIUM DOG FOOD. Inukshukpro.com RAY ALLEN MFG. Rayallen.com BLACK JACKS LEATHER. BlackJacksLeather.com2025-04-0751 minPolice K9 Radio"Worthless Handler" Gary HicksYoutube Link - https://youtu.be/NpFzgXejeW4 Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman sit down with Gary Hicks the man behind "Worthless Handler". If you are a handler chances are you have purchased his gear. Gary discusses his journey and purpose behind the brand. Thank you to our sponsors! These are companies that we believe in and use their products. INUKSHUK PREMIUM DOG FOOD. Inukshukpro.com RAY ALLEN MFG. Rayallen.com BLACK JACKS LEATHER. BlackJacksLeather.com2025-03-1954 minPolice K9 RadioDeploy into vehicle? Maybe. Maybe not.Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman break down considerations every handler should weigh before deploying their canine partner into a car to apprehend a suspect or clear a vehicle. This episode is sponsored by: Ray Allen Manufacturing - RAYALLEN.com Black Jacks leather - BLACKJACKLEATHER.com Inukshuk dog food for the working dog - INUKSHUKPRO.com2025-03-0236 minPolice K9 RadioDeploying From Your K-9 unitYOUTUBE LINK https://youtu.be/g31k59IXhMY Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman break down the legal, tactical and training considerations of deploying your canine from your patrol car. This episode is sponsored by: Ray Allen Manufacturing - RAYALLEN.com Black Jacks leather - BLACKJACKSLEATHER.com Inukshuk dog food for the working dog - INUKSHUKPRO.com2025-02-0340 minPolice K9 RadioFamily Edition!Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman discuss the age old debate...... In home living or in Kennel living for police dogs. This episode is designed for the families of police dogs and steps that should be taken IF handlers decide to try to bring the police dog into the home. Looking for a K9 Supervisor Course? The next class is in Elk Grove, CA and it's April 28, 29 and 30th. TACTICALK9USA.com for details. Need a great high performance food for your working dog? INUKSHUKPRO.com - We feed and recommend this great dog food. 2025-02-0224 minPolice K9 RadioTodd Wilbur (Precision Explosives) discusses the importance of training aidsGregg Tawney and Rich Hartman sit down with Todd Wilbur (Precision Explosives) and discuss everything you need to know about training aids and the differences between pseudos and soaks, court room implications and why using TADDS and scent tubes could up your detection game. Need a great working dog food? We use and recommend: Inukshuk for all our working dogs INUKSHUKPRO.COM Need great working dog equipment? We use and recommend: Ray Allen Manufacturing RAYALLEN.COM2025-01-0642 minPolice K9 RadioVerbal Release - Do we need it?Youtube Link https://youtu.be/i18I7ajFoOY Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman discuss if and when you need a verbal release. This episode builds off of the last episode with Mike Kmeciek. They discuss the legal issues, and get into the training blocks for teaching a reliable verbal release Want to buy great working dog equipment from great people. Look no further. We recommend RAY ALLEN for you one stop shopping. Check them out at RAYALLEN.COM Need a high performance dog food? We recommend and use INUKSHUK working dog food. Check t...2024-12-161h 06Police K9 RadioRecent 9th Circuit Decisions with Mike KmiecikGregg Tawney and Rich Hartman speak with "Legal Beagle", Mike Kmiecik regarding Rosenbaum V. San Jose and Rock v. Miller. Both recent 9th circuit cases. They discuss the implications for patrol handlers and what changes handlers need to make in the future. Links discussed on podcast: 9th Circuit Discussions (LINKS BELOW)- Rosenbaum V. City of San Jose • 22-16863 Zachary Rosenbaum v. City of... Rock V. Miller • 23-16009 Dillon Rock v. Mike Miller Need great gear for your working dog? We use and recommend RAY ALLEN MFG. RAYALLEN.COM2024-12-061h 13Police K9 RadioDetection 4.2 with Cameron FordThis episode can be viewed at: https://youtu.be/vly9sEe7TEI Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman interview Cameron Ford (Ford K9) The guys discuss: - Biggest mistake handlers make - Biggest mistake trainers make - Best training aid - Fentanyl - Latest industry trends - The evolution of the detection industry Cameron Ford - FORDK9.com Ray Allen Manufacturing - Looking for great working dog training equipment? One stop shop at RAYALLEN.com INUKSHUK - Looking for a performance food for your working dog? INUKSHUKPRO.com...2024-11-241h 47Police K9 RadioK9 Failed to Engage.....Now what?YouTube Link. https://youtu.be/v1bpJsyLkkA Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman review a recent deployment in which the police dog did not engage. The guys discuss why this happens in todays law enforcement world, and what steps to take if this happens to you. Our sponsors have been hand selected by the hosts. Gregg and Rich have almost fifty years of law enforcement experience and combined thirty years experience handling police dogs. They are both active in the law enforcement and pet training community and are responsible for maintenance training thirty agencies hundreds of d...2024-07-2151 minPolice K9 RadioMatt Wilson - Ray Allen Mfg.The guys talk with Matt at the Hold the Line Conference about the latest industry trends, and what separates Ray Allen from their competition. If you want great K9 equipment from an ethical company then check out Ray Allen at RAYALLEN.COM If you need great dog food for the working dog then check out INUKSHUKPRO.COM2024-05-2841 minPolice K9 RadioLAPD K9 Deployment - Lessons LearnedYOUTUBE Link : https://youtu.be/bGvjMRSzNsU Gregg Tawney and Rich Hartman debrief a recent LAPD K9 deployment. The guys break it down and discuss legal and tactical concerns. INUKSHUKPRO.com - A dog food designed for your working dog RAYALLEN.com - Need good dog gear? Look no further. Check out Ray Allen for all your working dog needs!2024-03-2735 min
A New American Town - Bentonville, ArkansasCrafting the Future: Exploring the World of Craft at Crystal Bridges MuseumOur host Allen Woody sits down with Jen Padgett, Windgate curator of craft at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, to talk all about the exciting new advancements happening around craft at the museum. Tune in to hear Padgett talk about how ceramics, textiles, and other craft objects are integrated throughout the galleries, and get the inside scoop on the recently opened focus exhibition Takaezu & Tawney: An Artist is a Poet, which debuts 12 new acquisitions to the Crystal Bridges collection, and tells the story of a remarkable friendship between two women who shaped craft history in t...2023-10-1020 min
Scream StreamS3E9: WitchboardThis week I review the classic 80s paranormal slasher, Witchboard. I also cover the latest editions to Shudder, Netflix, and tell you why you should be checking out Tubi. WitchboardDirected by Kevin TenneyWritten by Kevin TenneyStars Todd Allen, Tawney Kidaen, Stephen NicholsPlot Synopsis:When his girlfriend becomes dangerously obsessed with a ghost she contacted using a ouija board, Jim reluctantly joins forces with her ex - his own estranged childhood best friend - to identify and exorcise the evil spirit.Connect with Me:YouTube: http://b...2021-10-1217 min
Behind The BusinessDenise Bean-White of Consortium MediaSome would say discovering your passion is about finding the things you’re good at and sticking with them. But is that enough when one could be excel at something they’re not really passionate about? We think there’s more to it than that.
This week, Denise Bean-White, owner of Consortium Media, confirms there’s power in exploring our passions by learning to listen. She encourages us to reflect and ask ourselves what brings us the most joy and how it creates light in our lives. According to her, uncovering our passion is about figuring out what fee...2021-07-0636 min
Behind The BusinessDiane Knudsen of The Alternative Board in Ventura CountyImagine a room full of entrepreneurs working collaboratively to assist in the expansion of each other’s businesses. The copywriter helps the financial advisor, who supports the marketer, and so on. Through the collective, there is an opportunity to generate new conversations and strategic planning with various perspectives to help grow your business.
These are the connections that drive Diane Knudsen, owner of The Alternative Board of Ventura County. Diane’s professional purpose is to create a space for entrepreneurs to think for themselves in ways they hadn’t imagined for their business. She works to bring togeth...2021-06-2247 min
Behind The BusinessTeena Broumand of Mortgage Broker 24/7We’re all in the business of making money, even when we founded our career pursuit on the passions that drive us to make a difference in the world. But have you ever considered what your relationship with money looks like? Have you considered that you need to have a “relationship” with money at all?
Well, this week we’ve got a treat for you because Teena Broumand, a local California mortgage broker, is here to give us the low-down on all things finance in the realm of loans, house-buying, and more. In her field, she says there’s...2021-06-1534 min
Behind The BusinessRosanne MacDonald of HypnoVitalityThere’s a lot of talk in entrepreneurial conversations about the importance of self-care. But is self-care just about bubble baths and proper exercise, and spending enough time with family? Or does it go deeper than that?
After talking to Rosanne MacDonald, Hypnotherapist, and owner of HypnoVitality, we experienced some game-changing revelations about what it means to “self-care.” Full of knowledge regarding mindfulness practices, Rosanne spills the hard fact that 88% of our minds comprise the subconscious, meaning that most of what makes up our brain is not at the forefront of our awareness. How does that apply to you...2021-06-0839 min
Behind The BusinessToni Caruso“What am I good at?”
This question surges through our minds when considering what career path to take. But there are only so many attributes and skills we’ll compile on a list before fear attempts to convince us it’s all unattainable. Then we ask ourselves, “What if I fail?”
Well, Toni Caruso is with us this week to invite us to ask an additional question: “What if I give it my all, anyway?” As a Speaker, Trainer, and Event Producer, Toni knows the power of clear communication to her clients and audience as a means of conne...2021-06-0142 min
Behind The BusinessMatthew PowersOn this week’s episode of Behind the Business Podcast, an expansive question comes to light regarding the pressures business owners put on themselves when they’re doing all of their prepping, planning, goal-setting, and time-bending.
Do we get too hung up on the ‘why’?
Hear us out. Matthew Powers, owner of Calioh Coffee Roasters, weighs in with an interesting perspective on this. Matthew is a detail-oriented entrepreneur. He sets specific money goals, and he puts in the work to achieve those goals. But he doesn’t do it because he feels compelled to make a dollar...2021-05-2538 min
Behind The BusinessNicole OdenWhen designing the career path that works best for us, many experience a longing for control over their lifestyle structured by their accord. While there are vast challenges when choosing to go forth on a business venture full-force on our own, the balance we seek for a self-made career path is attainable.
Meet Nicole Oden, owner of Nicole Cheri Oden Law. After deciding to practice law for herself in an online space, she instantly learned the challenges of being strict on establishing the proper boundaries between being your own boss and taking steps to be your own...2021-05-1840 min
Behind The BusinessAri KirkAs business owners, it’s natural to feel like we must constantly work to build our brand actively. We get lost in the hustle and grind we think we need to keep at the forefront because we perceive it as the only way to expand. But how much of that is perfectionism disguised as motivation? Are we working smarter or harder when we’re in a rat-race mindset, assuming that the one who works the most wins? What’s the prize worth – if there’s a prize at all?
This week we meet Ari Kirk, owner of Visionari...2021-05-1147 min
Behind The BusinessCamisca FontesBehind the Business Podcast focuses on opening conversation with entrepreneurs about what goes on underneath the surface of their businesses. These discussions provide an opportunity to take unique, and sometimes stunning, experiences of business owners and apply them to the guts-and-grit that goes on behind-the-scenes.
This week, we meet Camisca Fontes, owner of Ms.Dianes Salon, who connects her personal journey and moral ground with the success of her long-time entrepreneurship in a way you’ve got to listen in on to believe.
Despite the tragic loss of her parents in her early twenties, Camisca ne...2021-05-0449 min
Behind The BusinessBrandy NightingaleIn a surface-level conversation, one would say to start a business that will make you money. While that is true, in a soul conversation, one would say to start a business that will award you a life of integrity.
Could simply leaning into what feels most honorable to you be the first step toward discovering your business values? What about personal trauma and distress? How does one establish freedom in business while working through inner wounds? Listen in on Brandy Nightingale’s candid perception of creating a business through discovering what aligns most to your boundaries and as...2021-04-2748 min
Behind The BusinessElisa Ellis.Fashion is self-expression you get to depict on your body. But how much does your sense of style correlate to who you are as a person? Or better yet, as a professional? If you dress with intent, what is the message you want your flair to send?
This week, Wardrobe Stylist, Elisa Ellis, validates that fashion should act as a companion to help you feel confident as you walk into a room with your head held high. Applying purposeful value to your wardrobe choices is more about mindset than one would think. Elisa charmingly reminds you that...2021-04-2037 min
Behind The BusinessDr. Michelle HubbardWhat does success through authenticity mean to you? Are you committed to what is true for you and allowing that to lead your professional pursuits? What if someone told you that carrying forth your unique voice is all you need to uncover the abundance that’s waiting for you?
Well, it is enough! Why? Because YOU are enough.
Law Admissions Consultant Dr. Michelle Hubbard is Tawney Allen’s guest this week, and she is overflowing with insight toward all this business. Her willingness to share her experiences as an entrepreneur and as a human will cata...2021-04-1339 min
Behind The BusinessShannon CeliaWhy does it seem that there’s still such stigma around pursuing a creative lifestyle as a career? Is it we’re afraid our talent won’t pan out? Or is it we worry there’s no place for us?
If you’re seeking creative validation, this week’s episode of Behind the Business Podcast is for you. Shannon Celia is in the business of Fine Arts, making her living as an artist. Shannon’s personality is magnetic, and we believe that’s because of the innate passion attached to the art she pursues. Host Tawney Allen asks incredibly...2021-03-3048 min
Behind The BusinessKate O'ConnerWe’re back for another week of Behind the Business Podcast, and we’re talking all things health and passion! Listen in as Tawney Allen interviews Nutrition and Fitness Coach Kate O’Conner, as they lunge into what it means to be an entrepreneur in the realm of the health and fitness world.
Do you have a hobby that you wish would grow into a professional pursuit? In this episode, Kate expresses to us how turning her passion into a business was the most gracious thing she’s ever done for herself. She acclaims her success as an en...2021-03-0940 min
Behind The BusinessEsta McIntyreWhen it comes to our health, what does it take to make the changes we desire? Whether it’s a personal or professional journey, remaining consistently aligned to our body and its workings is crucial to the process of success and longevity. We all have fears about moving through new phases of our lives, especially as it applies to a healthy lifestyle, but maybe it’s just about moving forward despite the fear.
Esta McIntyre, owner of My Health Studio, and host Tawney Allen talk deeply about how much our health starts- and ends- with us. And this...2021-03-0251 min
Behind The BusinessNina Sloan RubinThere are always going to be circumstances we could allow to work against us while reaching our goals. Things like age, mental illness, family life, and the vast stigmas placed on our passions could stop us from pursuing the business ventures we desire. But will we allow them to stop us? Does it all boil down to the powers of our mindset?
Well, Tawney Allen’s next guest, Nina Sloan Rubin, is an entrepreneur who could have had all of the above against her. Still, through her expanded openness to grow her personal development, she has proved th...2021-02-2345 min
Behind The BusinessRandy ChapmanIt all starts with a simple idea. While growing as professionals, we learn more about our strengths and how we can apply them to our passions. Our job experiences allow us to discover what works- and what doesn’t- so we can expand our skills’ reach. But once we feel we’ve done that, what’s next?
For Randy Chapman of CCE Designs, the desire to start a business was innate despite its challenges. Listen as Tawney Allen asks the right questions to earn insight from Randy about using the tools that are available to you to pursue y...2021-02-1645 min
Behind The BusinessShenee Randolph with Ms_NaeStylesWhen stepping out into a business venture with boundless determination, we forget the most important thing; we’re only human. And as humans, we need boundaries. But how do we distinguish what it means to remain steadfast on our journey to professional success and what it means to surrender to understanding that not everything is within the confines of our control?
Join host Tawney Allen as she opens a conversation with Shenee Randolph, owner of Ms_NaeStyles and creator of Ms. Naestyle’s Growth and Beard Oils. They dive deep into the importance of balancing the grit and...2021-02-0950 min
Behind The BusinessJulie KraschinskyAs business owners, we want to be taken seriously. But what does ‘being taken seriously’ mean for a successful entrepreneurial mindset? What are we trying to prove? When passion and resilience align to our purpose, have we already achieved success? For women in these leadership roles, it’s hard not to question if unwavering faith in their intent is enough.
This week, host Tawney Allen creates a safe space for an in-depth discussion with 20+ year business leader Julie Kraschinsky about the hurdles we climb to create financial abundance while staying rooted in the integrity of who we are. J...2021-02-0250 min
Lift as We ClimbEp19 - Improve Social Media Without Spending Money On Ads with Tawney AllenThis episode focuses on MARKETING through SOCIAL MEDIA and today’s guest ofthe show is Tawney Allen, CEO of Tealwing Marketing. Did you ever wonder how toimprove your social media performance without spending money on ads? Well, thisepisode will answer that question. Tawney is a social media expert providingmarketing services to her clients who want to see great results without a largemarketing budget.Resources:Improve your social media by visiting instagram.com/tealwingmarketingBe on the show! Learn more about the podcast and apply to be...2020-09-0226 min
The Mike Harding Folk ShowMike Harding Folk Show 27601 Gobby’s Christmas Hornpipes – Steamchicken02 Sing We All Merrily – Lady Maisery, Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith03 Merry Xmas Everybody / Bloomer’s Birthday Strathspey04 Sunny Bank – Kate Rusby05 Here We Come A-Wassailing – Watersons06 The Huron Indian Carol – Carol Duveneck07 Christmas Day In Da Mornin’ / Christmas Day In The Morning / Mug Of Brown Ale – Broom Bezzums08 One More Xmas – O’Hooley & Tidow09 Family Christmas – Roaring Jelly10 Silent Night – Churchfitters11 The Seven Rejoices Of Mary – Oddfellows2019-12-152h 58