Rephonic
Artwork for Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

John "Jay" Wiley, Bleav
Law Enforcement
Mental Health
Otero County Law Enforcement Appreciation
Jillian Michelle Smith
First Responders
Domestic Violence
Newsbreak
Comedy
Law Enforcement Family Support
Alzheimer's Care
Kidnapping
Compassion In Law Enforcement
Peer Support
Corruption In Law Enforcement
Bias In News Reporting
Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show
Mental Health In Law Enforcement
Post-Traumatic Stress Injury
Alcohol Abuse
Justin Clark Mcintyre

True Crime with a twist. By and from those that have been there. Crime stories from those that investigated crimes and caught criminals. Also victims of crimes tell about their experience. Plus trauma stories, by those that have been through it. Often crime based, but not always, people talk about the trauma, how it impacted them and how they built their lives after. Law Enforcement Talk: True Cri... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes718Founded9 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
DocumentarySociety & CultureNewsNews Commentary

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

Latest Episodes

When Undercover Police Plans Go Bad: From Virginia State Police to the ATF. The consequences can be immediate, violent, and life-altering. Few understand this reality better than Jennifer Clark Eskew, a retired ATF agent whose career began on the fro... more

Police, They Said It Could Not Be Done, Undercover With the Crips in Texas. For years, many in law enforcement believed it was impossible. Crossing racial, cultural, and gang boundaries at the deepest level of a violent criminal organization was some... more

YouTube

FDNY Firefighter Experienced Severe Trauma: How Cooking Is His Salvation. For many first responders, the uniform becomes both a source of pride and a shield, one that often hides pain, grief, and trauma the public never sees. For this veteran FDNY fi... more

YouTube

Police Officer Arrested and Convicted, Sent to Prison, Was It Fair?. The Case of Stephanie Mohr. Was a police officer unfairly prosecuted and sent to prison by the Department of Justice? That question sits at the center of a Special Episode available... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

48 Hours
48 HoursCBS News
Dateline NBC
Dateline NBCNBC News
20/20
20/20ABC News
Wartime Stories
Wartime StoriesBallen Studios

Recent Guests

Joseph Bonanno
Retired FDNY firefighter who experienced significant trauma and loss
FDNY
Episode: FDNY Firefighter Experienced Severe Trauma
Stephanie Mohr
Former police officer and K-9 handler from Prince George's County, Maryland
Episode: Police Officer Arrested and Convicted, Sent to Prison, Was It Fair?
Jeff Brown
Career law enforcement officer with 40 years of experience, founder of Hometown Heroes Alliance
Hometown Heroes Alliance
Episode: Did Fentanyl Almost Kill a Cop?
Bill Broadway
Police officer in North Carolina, former officer with Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department
Episode: Police in a Riot: An Officer Speaks. Special Episode.
Cheryl Nici-O'Connell
Former Richmond, Virginia police officer who was shot in the head and survived
Richmond Police Department
Episode: Police Shot By A Mass Murderer, She Survived.
Keira Knox
Widow of Houston police officer Jason Knox, who was killed in the line of duty in a helicopter crash.
Blue Bow Foundation
Episode: Police Husband was Killed in a Helicopter Crash.
Brock Bevell
Retired Mesa, Arizona police officer
Episode: Police Addicted to Drugs And His Amazing Recovery
Lou Valoze
Retired ATF agent and author of the book Storefront Sting
Episode: Working Undercover for the ATF
Michael Laidler
Career law enforcement officer and speaker, starting police work at 19
Episode: Is 19 Too Young To Be a Police Officer?

Host

John Jay Wiley
Host of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, retired police sergeant, and radio DJ. Focuses on true crime and personal trauma stories from law enforcement and victims.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 6.6k ratings
  • Cheap

    The ad breaks are annoying. Need better editing. The host is also pretty insufferable. Every thing the guests discuss leads into a story from the past—not everything is about you. It’s rude and annoying, I won’t be listening to sny more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    tmon92
    United States8 months ago
  • The Pulse Beat of Crime in America

    John is a veteran officer who understand life on the mean streets. He tells it like it is. I was happy that my podcast True Crime Reporter with Robert Riggs was featured on LET.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RiggsTV
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very impressive

    Good one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul78D
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very well done.

    Keep up the good work.

    Karen Conti

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karen Conti
    United States2 years ago
  • good podcast

    This podcast is really very nice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexander P. Glover
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The emotional depth and real-life experiences from law enforcement and first responders are highlighted positively by many, making it relatable and impactful.
Some listeners express a desire for fewer commercials and smoother transitions to maintain engagement.
There are mixed feelings regarding the interruptions for commercial breaks, which some find disruptive to the storytelling flow.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and personal nature of the stories shared by both the host and the guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Police Husband was Killed in a Helicopter Crash.
Q: When did you get the word that he had passed?
It was just before they told me that they were going to take him to a place that we could go and get him cleaned up, and that's when it really sank in.
Police Husband was Killed in a Helicopter Crash.
Q: Did you have that state of mind? This will never happen to us?
Yes, especially since, oddly enough, he was involved in a helicopter crash 10 months before this one.
Police in a Riot: An Officer Speaks. Special Episode.
Q: What were the riots about and what was your experience with them?
Bill Broadway shares that the riots erupted following an officer-involved shooting in 2016, reflecting widespread public unrest and mistrust of law enforcement fueled by misinformation.
Police Addicted to Drugs And His Amazing Recovery
Q: What was your rock bottom moment?
Brock recounts a moment of contemplation about suicide, driven by overwhelming feelings of shame and loss.
Police Addicted to Drugs And His Amazing Recovery
Q: How did your addiction to opiates begin?
Brock explains that his addiction started after being prescribed opioids post-surgery, rationalizing his use as necessary for pain management.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About This Podcast

What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content focuses on true crime and trauma stories, featuring narratives from law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, and crime victims. Unique to this show is the direct involvement of individuals with firsthand experience, not only recounting investigations but also discussing the profound impact of trauma on their lives. Episodes often explore the emotional landscape surrounding these experiences, highlighting recovery and resilience among those affected by crime. The format is structured, as guests share their stories within specific time constraints due to the show's radio origins, offering a blend of gripping stories and insights into the human experience.

Where can I find podcast stats for this podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to this podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does this podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for this podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for this podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for this podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does this podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers this podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to this podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with this podcast:

1. 48 Hours
2. Dateline NBC
3. What Was That Like - True Stories. Real People.
4. 20/20
5. Wartime Stories

How many episodes of this podcast are there?

this podcast launched 9 years ago and published 718 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact this podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for this podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for this podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for this podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of this podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on this podcast?

Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Joseph Bonanno
2. Stephanie Mohr
3. Jeff Brown
4. Bill Broadway
5. Cheryl Nici-O'Connell
6. Keira Knox
7. Brock Bevell
8. Lou Valoze

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days