
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 | 212 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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In this episode we interview Jesse. She's from police & fire family, was an LASD recruit who was injured, and met her future husband on ride-along. There's so much more in this episode!
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In this episode we interview New Hampshire Officer Colton who is a podcast listener, a recent academy graduate, and is on FTO. We discuss his journey!!
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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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The show centers on navigating police hiring, background investigations, and career progression within law enforcement. Recent episodes highlight how applicants prepare for academy and interviews, the realities of background checks, and the culture and challenges surrounding policing, including alcohol use and mental health. A distinctive strength is its mix of practitioner-hosts and practitioner guests—ranging from veteran background investigators to active officers—sharing actionable guidance, personal journeys, and recruitment strategies. A paid-content add-on and recurring segments add texture for listeners seeking deeper dives into the process and real-world experiences of applicants and officers.
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