Blue Grit Radio: the Police Performance Podcast: Mindset, Wellness, Leadership
Eric TungWelcome 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 | 338 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Alec Wons is something(s) else. You may recognize he's the name, voice, and mind behind The Chief Exchange podcast. Getting to flip the mics and get him on the interviewed side of the table, I've truly enjoyed learning more about his own story and ... more
In this episode, Christine Townsend returns and we highlight key lessons for building, repairing, and fostering trust for leaders.
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In this insightful interview, Christine Townsend shares her unique journey from journalism to policing and her deep exploration of trust, moral courage, and mental health in first responder communities. We use her book (Trust) as a jump-off point fo... more
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- Quality Police Podcast
Eric knows his stuff and interviews his guests with avid curiosity while at the same time imparting his experience in the policing profession.
Apple Podcasts5JPC in NC
United States4 months ago - This One Actually Gets It!
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!
Apple Podcasts5Lightbearer1981United Statesa year ago - Blue Grit 💯
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 .
Apple Podcasts5S.BozaUnited Statesa year ago - Great LE Podcast
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.
Apple Podcasts5iona97United Statesa year ago - Fantastic Listen for Cops and Those Wanting to Know More About Policing
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
Apple Podcasts5David A. LyonsUnited Statesa year ago
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A practical, insight-forward show that centers on leadership, wellness, resilience, and performance within law enforcement and high-stress public safety roles. Episodes mix tactical leadership conversations, mental-health strategies, and real-world case studies with guests ranging from police chiefs and frontline supervisors to clinical psychologists, chaplains, and wellness technologists. Across conversations, listeners can expect actionable tools for burnout prevention, effective communication, and culture change, all anchored in lived professional experience. The format tends to blend coaching, peer-support perspectives, and evidence-informed approaches with a strong emphasis on ethical leadership, community trust, and personal growth. N... more
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