
Welcome to Blue Grit Radio: the podcast for police officers, first responders, and service-minded leaders who want to elevate their performance in career and life. Hosted by Eric Tung, an active police leader, trainer, and mentor, this show explores topics, lessons, and resources, for listeners with to achieve professional excellence and personal resilience.
Each episode features raw conversatio... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 285 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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Sometimes the hardest mission is when you have to adapt to a new role. Identity is a tricky thing to grapple with when we take on this "job" which is more than that, more than a career, and even lifestyle. My guest, Greg Furnia is a retired Special... more
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If we want Police and Policing to be seen as a legitimate Profession, must we focus on Professionalism - and what that truly means? When we think of the word, some think of being courteous, others diligent. For some it is higher standards... more
If we want Police and Policing to be seen as a legitimate Profession, must we focus on Professionalism - and what that truly means? When we think of the word, some think of being courteous, others diligent. For some it is higher standards, training,... more
I am joined by my colleague and friend in this first responder wellness/leadership/how to improve our culture space, Chris Littrell. In this IN-PERSON conversation, we explore much of what our people and profession are struggling with : availability... more
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Blue Grit (Eric) brings a level of humility and lived experience that hits hard, especially for those who’ve spent years being the calm in everyone else’s storm.
He talks about the real stuff…leadership, burnout, identity, healing, without ever sounding preachy or performative.
It’s not therapy. It’s not a TED Talk.
It’s that rare middle ground where you think: Wow. That’s exactly what I’ve been trying to put into words.
Keep up the great work, brother!
Blue Grit is amazing and good information for future law enforcement officers and for current as well. Thank you Eric 🙏 I listen to your podcast everyday and every new episode as well thank you .
A great Podcast for LE or people that want to try to get into a law enforcement career especially in Washington state. Lots of helpful information.
Blue Grit Radio is one of the most important shows in the podcast world, based on Eric's real-life and practical exploration of contemporary issues in the policing. I would recommend this to every cop on a beat to help broaden perspectives. I would also recommend Blue Grit Radio to community members who are curious as to what the real world of policing looks like compared to what TV and movies offer. Local politicians could benefit too, given they are responsible for providing protection and se... more
I tuned into Blue Grit Radio from hearing about it on social media. A lot of the messages are relatable, and I find myself listening to a lot of things that I needed to hear. Thank you Eric for sharing this information.
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Targeted at police officers, first responders, and aspiring leaders, the content focuses on enhancing performance and resilience within the law enforcement community. Each episode features candid discussions and interviews with leaders from various sectors, addressing crucial themes such as leadership development, mental health, and navigating the challenges of police culture. The host, Eric Tung, draws from his extensive experience in law enforcement to deliver actionable insights on personal growth, team dynamics, and methods to foster a supportive and effective work environment. Unique aspects of the content include an emphasis on wellness strategies and the integration of Stoic principles into practical applications for officers.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Jeff Wheninger
2. Jeff Wenniger
3. Scott Lowry
4. Darrell Lowe
5. Jim Poole
6. Jeffrey Melchior
7. Mike Schentrup
8. Jen Moss
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