
Become a Paid Subscriber: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pdbackgrounds/subscribe Do you want to pass the background investigation? Retired veteran LAPD background investigator, Ken Roybal will help you navigate the hiring process for police departments in the US and Canada. Let's get you hired!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 221 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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I really can’t begin to tell you how much I appreciate this podcast. I don’t have a mentor in the hiring process so I don’t know where I’d be without you guys. Thank you again.
If you’re thinking of becoming an LEO and you don’t stumble across this podcast, you may already be failing.
Ken is a good man. You can tell he’s genuine and wants to help applicants succeed. And Minerva? She’s the voice every future LEO needs to have in their ear. Easy to listen to, calm, confident, and absolutely someone to look up to whether male or female.
Five stars. Mandatory listening. And seriously, if you don’t find this podcast BEFORE you start the LEO process, maybe consider anothe... more
I love listening to this podcast! Very informative and helpful. Ken, Donovan, Minerva and mean Christine you guys are the best host ever! Thank you everything you do Sirs and Ma’am’s!
So I’ve been listening to you for about a month and I must say I enjoy the content and the info you offer as well as the guests that speak. I’m definitely a fan and although I’m on my on season 2 and more content to listen to I’m all tuned in keep it going.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
They were key to landing my state police job and achieving my dream career. Their guidance on background investigations, personal history statements, and interviews was invaluable. The 1-to-1 support gave me the confidence to stand out and overcome the odds. A must-listen for anyone pursuing a law enforcement career
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This program focuses on navigating police hiring, with an emphasis on background investigations, Personal History Statements, and the realities of law enforcement entry. Across episodes, practical guidance from veteran investigators and current officers is paired with survivor and family perspectives, IA and background challenges, and real-world recruitment insights. Special segments weave in cross-promotion and guest-driven stories, offering actionable tips for applicants and recruiters alike while highlighting systemic issues in policing culture and process. A recurring strength is the blend of experienced practitioners, personal journeys, and clear, step-by-step advice designed to help listeners move through the hiring maze with confiden... more
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