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PODCAST: Welcome Home with Ben Killoy | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 008

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 008 | Welcome Home

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Meet this Weeks Guest: Ben Killoy

Ben Killoy

Founder, Military Veteran Dad

Ben Killoy, is a U.S. Marine Veteran turned blogger, life coach, speaker, and now podcaster who seeks to bring Military Veteran Dads home to their families. He resides in Milton, WI, with his wife and three beautiful kids!

Ben, went through what most transitioning veterans go through of redefining identity and rediscovering your passion and purpose for life. A seminar changed it all for him, and realigned him to his passion for leadership. Since then he has been on a mission to master leadership principles & use his passion for leadership to help dads understand who they are, develop the skills to overcome adversity, and own their life and choices truly come home to their life.

Show Notes from This Episode

The Interview Room releases weekly. In here, I interview leaders from all walks of life highlighting strong and meaningful conversations that provide insight, guidance, and encouragement for the listener. 

In this episode, I sit down with Ben Killoy the Founder of the Military Veteran Dad:

  • We discuss his favorite cup of coffee and favorite quiet moment. 
  • We discuss transitioning from military to civilian life. 
  • We have a conversation about not saying, “Thank you for your service” but rather, “Welcome Home.” 
  • We talk about PTSD and the buzz word, “Mental Health” and how there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution. 
  • We have a candid conversation about how our opportunity to “change the world” is found in time with our kids. 
  • And finally we discuss, “Leaving a dent in the universe” and the power of legacy.

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PODCAST: Making First Responders Whole Again with Vanessa Kennedy | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 007

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 007 | Making First Responders Whole Again

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Meet this Weeks Guest: Vanessa Kennedy

Vanessa Kennedy Founder, Code-1 Wellness

I began my career in the medical field at the age of 18, working in various medical facilities. In 2009, I attended and graduated from the Police Academy and started working as a law enforcement officer for 10 years. I am still an active officer today. Since the beginning of my career, I have been deeply interested in CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) training and officer wellness. I have always had a deep interest in mental health. This passion for officer wellness has allowed me put a lot of hard work into creating Code 1 Wellness. The organization was founded to aid first responders in the areas of mental health and wellness as a way to help our public servants. The operations of Code 1 Wellness are rapidly growing within the greater Kansas City communities. I believe that we are here to protect those who protect others.

Code 1 Wellness was launched in May, 2018 and that dream became reality. Since then, the amount of heartfelt response from sincere individuals has been overwhelming, resulting in greatly needed support for our organization. Passionate about mental health, wellness, and our public servants, I have a strong desire for knowledge and will continue to exceed the expectations of my peers. As a member of Code 1 Wellness, it will be my privilege to stay at the cutting edge of mental health, in both terms of wellness and in support of our public servants.

Show Notes from This Episode

The Interview Room releases weekly. In here, I interview leaders from all walks of life highlighting strong and meaningful conversations that provide insight, guidance, and encouragement for the listener. 

In this episode, I sit down with Vanessa Kennedy the Founder of Code-1 Wellness:

  • We discuss a variety of topics from her favorite cup of coffee to her experience in law enforcement. 
  • Vanessa shares her thoughts on challenges for women in law enforcement. 
  • We discuss the importance of mental health training and the pitfalls of peer to peer support groups at an officer’s agency. 
  • We talked about the mission of Code-1 Wellness to “Protect those who Protect Others.” 
  • Vanessa shares the vision of Code-1 Wellness and what the future may hold for this organization. 

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After the episode: 

On The Blue Line was founded and is operated by active-duty law enforcement to fulfill the mission of providing guidance, resources and community for law enforcement officers, first responders, and military personal in their off-duty lives.

HONOR | EDUCATE | DEFEND

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PODCAST: A Story of Hope | The Interview Room | 006

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 006 | A Story of Hope

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Meet this Weeks Guest: Jonathan Hickory

Jonathan Hickory Author, Break Every Chain

Jonathan Hickory is a Master Police Officer in Charlottesville, Virginia. In his 16 plus years of police experience, Jonathan has mentored and instructed other officers in police driving methods and as a Field Training Officer. Jonathan spent seven years investigating the reconstruction of fatal vehicle crash sites and three years as a motorcycle officer.  Jonathan proudly serves as a member of the Police Department’s Peer Support Team providing Critical Incident Stress Management support to fellow officers.  He also leads a Life Safety team with The Point Church in Charlottesville and the local chapter of the Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers. Jonathan has been married to his wife Stacy for over 15 years and has two beloved children.

     As a veteran officer, Jonathan has worked the streets, facing the darkest moments of humanity. After battling alcoholism and PTSD related depression for years, he found himself in the middle of the ultimate battle of good versus evil; the battle for his soul, considering suicide. After allowing the enemy to destroy his life and his family for so long, Jonathan cried out for the help from the only One who could save him. 

     Turning to God has given Jonathan a new light in the perpetual darkness. As an author and speaker, Jonathan now helps others who are struggling with the difficulty of surviving this fallen world. Jonathan continues to speak life into others as he shares the power of what God can do.

Show Notes from This Episode

The Interview Room releases weekly. In here, I interview leaders from all walks of life highlighting strong and meaningful conversations that provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for the listener. 

In this episode, I sit down with Jonathan Hickory the author of Break Every Chain:

  • Jonathan shares his story which is captured in his book, Break Every Chain. Jonathan has over 16 years of law enforcement experience and shares with us stories of personal struggle, loss, darkness and having no faith and no hope. However, these are not the end, rather the beginning of the greater story which is one of forgiveness, restoration, and hope.

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After the episode: 

On The Blue Line was founded and is operated by active-duty law enforcement to fulfill the mission of providing guidance, resources and community for law enforcement officers, first responders, and military personal in their off-duty lives.

HONOR | EDUCATE | DEFEND

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PODCAST: Creating Better Leaders | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | 005

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 005 | Creating Better Leaders

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Meet this Weeks Guest: Otis McGregor

Otis W. McGregor III, CPD, CPC

LTC, Special Forces, US Army, Retired

Otis retired from the Army in 2009 as a Green Beret Lieutenant Colonel following 25 years of service. Since retirement, Otis has been the Business Development Director and Manager for several companies ranging in size from very small to very large corporations. He founded LTO Enterprises in 2010, as a consulting firm focused on business development. In 2017, Otis pivoted LTO to create better leaders of high performing teams and performance coaching for business leaders and athletes. Otis is also a Certified Project Trainer. He is currently CEO & Head Coach of LTO Enterprises. He has 3 grown children and lives with his wife in Colorado. 

Show Notes from This Episode

The Interview Room releases weekly. In here, I interview leaders from all walks of life highlighting strong and meaningful conversations that provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for the listener. 

In this episode, I sit down with Otis McGregor with LTO Enterprises:

  • We discuss the importance of Story in understanding our lives. 
  • Otis provides an overview of leadership and how it is defined. 
  • We talk about the importance of being present in the moment and the importance of teamwork.
  • We finish with discussing how to find your passion and ways to give back. 

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LINKS TO THINGS WE DISCUSSED:

After the episode: 

On The Blue Line was founded and is operated by active-duty law enforcement to fulfill the mission of providing guidance, resources and community for law enforcement officers, first responders, and military personal in their off-duty lives.

HONOR | EDUCATE | DEFEND

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PODCAST: A Patrol Sergeant’s Perspective | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | 004

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 004 | A Patrol Sergeant’s Perspective

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This Weeks Guest: Keith McCarthy

Keith was born and raised in rural upstate New York. After graduating high school, he relocated to Central Florida where he would later pursue his childhood dream of becoming a law enforcement officer. In 2000, he realized this dream and has been serving his local community ever since.

Throughout his career he has been able to serve as a Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Property Crimes Detective, Patrol Corporal and currently as a Patrol Sergeant. Keith is passionate about being able to engage, mentor and train the younger and newer deputies that join his squad.

When not on duty, Keith pursues his passion for being outdoors on his motorcycles, spending time on dirt bikes in the middle of the woods, or watching football and yelling, “Go Gators!”

Show Notes from This Episode

A Patrol Sergeant’s Perspective | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 004

The Interview Room releases weekly. In here, I interview leaders from all walks of life highlighting strong and meaningful conversations that provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for the listener. 

In this episode, I sit down with Patrol Sergeant Keith McCarthy:

  • We discuss the changes in law enforcement over the years and engaging, training, and mentoring younger deputies. 
  • We discuss a variety of topics including gun control, faith and always having wanted to be a cop. 
  • We point out the difference between an idealist and a realist.
  • Finally, we point out the importance of community in our personal lives. 

After the episode: 

On The Blue Line was founded and is operated by active-duty law enforcement to fulfill the mission of providing guidance, resources and community for law enforcement officers, first responders, and military personal in their off-duty lives.

HONOR | EDUCATE | DEFEND

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PODCAST: The Importance of Friendship | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | 003

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 003| Extra Duty Done Right

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Kevin Casner

After spending ten and a half years in the electrical construction business, Kevin has spent most of the last twenty-nine years in the real estate and homebuilding industry.

In May 2004, in the midst of enjoying a successful real estate career, family life, and church life; Kevin discovered that there were still some things missing in his life. After attending a men’s event in the mountains of Colorado, he witnessed first-hand an example of what was missing: authentic friendships. He wasn’t sure how to explain it at the time, but knew that in his heart it was something real, available, and he wanted it. 

This led to an invitation to a few men, some he knew, some he didn’t, to meet weekly in a barn near Fort Mill, South Carolina. Kevin’s passion for friendship and helping men on their journey and life resulted in what is now known as Barn International Ministries or simply, “The Barn.” Weekly meetings still continue with an emphasis on fostering authentic friendships, awakening the heart, and the restoration of relationships while creating an environment to foster this growth.

Show Notes from This Episode

Welcome to The Interview Room | Episode 003 | The Importance of Friendship

The Interview Room releases every other Thursday. In here, we interview leaders from all walks of life. These conversations are meant to provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for law enforcement officers and their supporters in their everyday lives. 

After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review!

In this episode, we interview Kevin Casner:

  • We talk about faith and the importance of relationship in our lives.
  • We discuss The Barn, a ministry Kevin was instrumental in founding fourteen years ago, near Fort Mill, SC. 
  • We have a conversation about being our authentic self and the elaborate “masks” that we create to only have “surface” relationships. 
  • We talk about the strength of groups and the importance of being part of a Tribe for both support and for mental health. We also discuss doing things you love with others, such as hunting and fishing and the bonds that it can build. 
  • We determine that what happens to us and around us, does not have to define us. Kevin shares the thought, “Who I am, transcends what I am doing.” 
  • Finally, Kevin leaves us with a personal and heartfelt update on struggles that he has been facing. Kevin then provides us with some final thoughts on the need to have a Mentor in our life, the need for friendships, the fact that when you are in a battle, none of the minutia matters, not letting our job or ministry be our validating point and finally the importance of being intentional in life. 

Links Discussed in this episode, Please be sure to check these out: 

The Barn, Fort Mill, SC

Ransomed Heart and the Ministry of John Eldredge

The Book, Wild At Heart 

The Noble Heart and the Ministry of Gary Barkalow

The Book, It’s Your Call

Operation Market Garden, WWII 

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PODCAST: Extra Duty Done Right | THE INTERVIEW ROOM | 002

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 002| Extra Duty Done Right

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Rich Milliman

CEO/ Extra Duty Solutions

Rich’s professional background is heavily focused in business services and operations. After serving as a management consultant for McKinsey and Company, Rich ran portfolio marketing and operations at Bank One’s credit card unit. He then ran a number of emerging and mid-sized business services firms for a European family office.

Prior to co-founding Extra Duty Solutions, Rich was heavily involved in operational risk, security and back office operations at the world’s largest hedge fund.

Show Notes from This Episode

Welcome to The Interview Room | Episode 002 | Extra Duty Done Right

The Interview Room releases every other Thursday. In here, we interview leaders from all walks of life. These conversations are meant to provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for law enforcement officers and their supporters in their everyday lives. 

After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review!

In this episode, we interview Rich Milliman the CEO of Extra Duty Solutions:

  • We discuss key considerations for officers when deciding to work extra-duty details.
  • We talk about the many benefits for officers in working extra-duty details. 
  • We caution officers on the seductive nature of extra-duty details and provide some examples to consider.
  • We talk about officer pay and insurance concerns when engaged in work outside of the agency. 
  • We layout things the agency should consider when creating an extra-duty detail program.
  • Finally, Rich leaves us with some parting thoughts on what officers can do to help themselves in their personal lives. 

For more information on Extra Duty Solutions and their vision, 

please visit: https://extradutysolutions.com

Or contact them at info@extradutysolutions.com

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PODCAST: An Inside Perspective| THE INTERVIEW ROOM | 001

Welcome to THE INTERVIEW ROOM | Episode 001| An Inside Perspective

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The Interview Room releases every other Thursday. In here, we interview leaders from all walks of life. These conversations are meant to provide insight, guidance, warnings, and encouragement for law enforcement officers and their supporters in their everyday lives. 

After listening to the show, please leave us an iTunes rating and review!

In this episode:

  • Sergeant Johnathan Mulder provides an overview of his experience at a Metro Corrections Facility.
  • We spend a little time discussing the programs offered to inmates and the different approaches that are being taken to lessen recidivism. 
  • We then talk about personnel shortages and the reasons why correctional facilities nationwide seem to struggle with maintaining employees.
  • We talk about the mental toll of corrections on the officer and programs that are available and being developed to help law enforcement officers in the area of mental health. 

Your opinion matters! Please leave comments and feedback on whatever media you are listening to this show. Also, please feel free to email with any questions that you would like dealt with in future episodes. This show is for you the listener and we need your help for it to become a great resource for everyone On the Blue Line. 

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