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Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness Podcast

Jared Altic
Mental Health
Law Enforcement
First Responders
International Conference Of Police Chaplains
Suicide Prevention
Trauma
Police Wellness
Chaplaincy
Officer Wellness
Police Chaplaincy
Public Safety
Wellness
Community Support
Police Work
Family Dynamics
Grief
Opioid Addiction
Policing
Kansas City
Loss

The Hey Chaplain podcast is where cops encourage each other by sharing their wisdom and experience with the Chaplain. On Hey Chaplain you'll hear from dispatchers and federal agents, Sheriffs and US Marshals, as well as local detectives and patrolmen. From the LAPD to Scotland Yard, the guests on Hey Chaplain deliver advice and insights so that police officers everywhere can survive and thrive. T... more

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Today we're coming back to our interview with identical twin first responders Stuart and Steve Littlefield.  Stuart is thirty-year cop, on the SWAT team and also a homicide detective; Steve is the thirty year firef... more

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Identical twins but one's a firefighter and the other one is a cop and both have 30 year careers in the same city.  That's not a bad premise for a tv show… but it's also the background of the two guests we have on ... more

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START HERE:  Welcome to the sixth year of Hey Chaplain, the police wellness podcast.

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Music is by Wes Hutchinson and by Chris Haugen

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This episode marks our fifth anniversary where we go back and do follow ups and business checks, checking in on some of our past guests to get updates.  This year I built the episode around an interview I recently ... more

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Steve Littlefield
Retired firefighter
Fire Department (Kansas City, Kansas)
Episode: 142 - Identical Twins Cop & Firefighter: Stuart and Steve Littlefield
Stephen Keogh
Retired Scotland Yard murder detective, author, TV producer
Former Met Police/Scotland Yard; author; TV producer
Episode: Scotland Yard and Growling Dogs: Follow Ups and Business Checks, Hey Chaplain's Fifth Anniversary, w/ Steve Keogh - Bonus Ep 51
Ian Hobbs
Former homicide detective and Marine Corps veteran, now clinician
Independent clinician / future practice owner
Episode: 141 - From Detective to Clinician: Ian Hobbs
Jason Marsman
Retired NYPD officer; representative of the New York City chapter of Brotherhood for the Fallen
Brotherhood for the Fallen – New York City Chapter
Episode: For Every Cop Who's Murdered in the Line of Duty: Jason Marsman, Brotherhood For the Fallen - Bonus Ep 50
Jim Perry
Cop turned comedian and comedy club owner in Arizona
JP's Comedy Club / Gilbert Comedy Club
Episode: 140 - Pig Jokes and Punchlines: Cop Comedian Jim Perry
(Guest not another name)
Episode: 139.5 - I could have used a Chaplain: Phil Reeves
Phil Reeves
Actor with decades in Los Angeles, former police officer, and law enforcement chaplain
Independent/Film and TV industry; law enforcement chaplaincy
Episode: 139 - I've Played One on TV: Phil Reeves
Caroline Ban
Associate Professor of Social Work at Valparaiso University; pioneer of the first public safety social work certificate program
Valparaiso University
Episode: 137 - What is a Police Social Worker: Caroline Ban
Kate Gallup
Reverend Dr. Chaplain Coordinator for the Massachusetts State Police
Massachusetts State Police
Episode: Raising the Expectations for Chaplains (w/ Phil Reeves) - Bonus Ep 49

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Jared Altic
Host with extensive experience counseling military and law enforcement families; focuses on officer wellness, chaplaincy, and leadership discussions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • This episode addresses "how"process of chaplain acceptence by police officers. How does the interaction of two individuals from two distinct cultures happen? What should the chaplain expect to encounter, and what is it important to say, and not say?

    Audible
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    Mark
    United Statesa year ago
  • Chaplain Acceptance

    This episode addresses "how"process of chaplain acceptence by police officers. How does the interaction of two individuals from two distinct cultures happen? What should the chaplain expect to encounter, and what is it important to say, and not say?

    Audible
    5
    Mark
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you!

    As a chaplain for the fire department and a full time pastor, I can’t thank “Hey Chaplain” podcast enough for your helpful insight and encouragement! Blessings!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chaplain JTFD
    United Statesa year ago
  • A podcast that supports and encourages.

    I’ve been listening for a little over a year now. This has become one of my favorite podcasts. The insight offered by Jared and his guests have renewed my spirit and reminded me why I wanted to be a police officer in the first place. Thank you for all your hard work putting this show together. It’s much needed for so many of us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jayhawk023
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Best Officer Wellness Podcast

    This show is an amazing resource with a wide range of interesting guests who all give wonderful insight and wisdom to law enforcement and those who love cops. I’m just a civilian—I don’t work in law enforcement at all. But this podcast is teaching me how to love on and serve those around me who serve the community so well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KSinKCK
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the show's hopeful, practical approach to officer wellness and empathy in police culture.
Guests are consistently credible and deeply experienced in law enforcement or chaplaincy.
The discussions are valuable for both professionals and civilians interested in police welfare and resilience.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Scotland Yard and Growling Dogs: Follow Ups and Business Checks, Hey Chaplain's Fifth Anniversary, w/ Steve Keogh - Bonus Ep 51
Q: First, let me ask for a quick recap. Tell me about your law enforcement career, what you've done, just a few notes.
Steve outlines a 30-year career with the Met Police, largely in homicide, and notes that he's continued work in publishing and media after leaving the force, including talks and public speaking.
139.5 - I could have used a Chaplain: Phil Reeves
Q: What were some pivotal moments that shaped your approach to leadership and chaplaincy?
Key moments include facing moral dilemmas about compromising standards, the value of moral support during investigations and suspensions, and recognizing the chaplain's role as a nonjudgmental presence who can guide officers through traumatic events and post-career transitions.
139 - I've Played One on TV: Phil Reeves
Q: How did you juggle acting commitments with reserve police work during the 9/11 period?
He explains juggling long shifts, voluntary reserves, and lateraling to a full-time position while maintaining a film/TV schedule, with his agents and coworkers being supportive.
139 - I've Played One on TV: Phil Reeves
Q: Did you ever get recognized in uniform while you were acting on screen?
He notes that recognition was rare in uniform but happened when playing a civilian role; most people don't recognize you in uniform due to the badge drawing attention.
139 - I've Played One on TV: Phil Reeves
Q: How did you get started at acting?
Phil describes how a drunken party invite led to an equity card and years of stage work before moving into film and television, illustrating the breakpoints that defined his acting journey.

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A thoughtful, practitioner-driven show focused on police wellness, chaplaincy, and leadership under high-stress conditions. Across episodes, listeners encounter firsthand accounts from law enforcement officers, chaplains, veterans, and wellness advocates who discuss burnout, resilience, empathy, and the intersection of faith and service. The format often blends personal narratives with practical guidance on mental health, de-escalation, and peer support, making it a valuable resource for officers, chaplains, and their families seeking honest, actionable insight. Notable strengths include a steady stream of credible guests with deep experience, a supportive community around officer welfare, and a tone that mixes tough realities with hopeful,... more

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