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Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement
2024 & 2025: Ranked #1 Law Podcast
Hosted by Tyler Owen, TMPA's Blue Grit Podcast delivers candid conversations about the issues, challenges, and stories impacting the law enforcement community. From officer rights and public safety to leadership, legislation, and the realities of wearing the badge, Blue Grit gives a voice to those who serve.
Since 1950, the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) has been committed to protecting the rights, careers, and interests of Texas peace officers…
Episodes
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#087- "Rodeo to Cold Cases" with John Galloway
Send us Fan Mail What happens when you combine a passion for law enforcement with a love for rodeo and a stint in plumbing? Meet John Galloway of Fort Worth…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#086- "Navigating Critical Incidents" with Tony Rike, John Wilkerson and Leighton Guarnere
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we’re joined by TMPA Field Representatives Tony Rike and Leighton Guarnere, along with Legislative…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#085- "Island Policing" with Anthony Rogers Part 2
Send us Fan Mail In this continuation of our deep dive into the unique challenges of policing a tourist-heavy island community, we are again joined by Anthony…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#085- "Island Policing" with Anthony Rogers
Send us Fan Mail Can you imagine the challenges of policing a tourist-heavy island community? In this episode, we’re joined by Anthony Rogers, the President of…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#084- "Transforming Law Enforcement Standards in Texas" with Greg Stevens & Gretchen Grigsby Part 2
Send us Fan Mail In this second part of our podcast series, we dive deeper into the potential of maintaining higher standards in law enforcement as a solution…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#083- "Texas City Police: Leadership Through Fear"
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we delve into a compelling discussion with Rachel Spahr, the dynamic President of the Texas City Police Officers Association…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#084- "Transforming Law Enforcement Standards in Texas" with Greg Stevens & Gretchen Grigsby
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with TCOLE Executive Director Greg Stevens and Director of Government Relations Gretchen Grigsby to discuss their…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#082- "The Silent Killer" with Danny Brewster and Dr. Savannah Lusk
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the critical topic of infant sleep-related deaths, which are the leading cause of fatalities in children under 18…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#081- "Generations to Come" with Lon Craft
Send us Fan Mail Curious about a day in the life of a law enforcement officer? Join us as Lon Craft, former president of the Texas Municipal Police Association…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#080- "Faith and Legislation" with John Wilkerson and Bryan Flatt
Send us Fan Mail How do you balance the demands of law enforcement with the principles of integrity and faith? Join us as we host John Wilkerson and Bryan…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#079- "Justice and Perseverance" with Dan Simons
Send us Fan Mail Tune in to hear Dan Simons, the Republican candidate for Harris County District Attorney, share his vision for addressing anti-law enforcement…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#078- "Here and Now" with Kevin Lawrence
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we discuss the challenges law enforcement officers face during emergencies. Kevin Lawrence…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#077- "Relationships" with Devin Vyner
Send us Fan Mail Discover how professional relationships can shape your career and life in our latest episode featuring Devin Vyner, a seasoned Bertram PD…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#076- "FACTopia" Special Edition
Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a law enforcement association navigates the murky waters of false allegations and legal battles? Join us for an eye-opening…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#075- "Shot in the Face" with Crystal Sepulveda Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Join us for Part 2 of Crystal Sepulveda's incredible journey into law enforcement. Crystal, a Missouri City police officer, shares her…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#075- "Shot in the Face" with Crystal Sepulveda Part 1
Send us Fan Mail Crystal Sepulveda, a Missouri City police officer, shares her inspiring journey into law enforcement, discussing how the tragic loss of her…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#074- "Patriots Among Us"
Send us Fan Mail Join us for an unforgettable recount of multiple episodes featuring heroic guests like Victor Avila, Ken Gardner, Joey Sepulveda, David…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#073- "The Next Chapter" with Jay McClellan
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we delve into the captivating journey of Jay McClellan, TMPA’s new full-time training coordinator. Jay shares his remarkable…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#072- "Cops and Campers" with Eric Reynolds Part 2
Send us Fan Mail In this continuation, we delve into Eric Reynolds' incredible journey, a former police officer forever changed by a near-fatal encounter in…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#072- "Cops and Campers" with Eric Reynolds
Send us Fan Mail Join us for an unforgettable episode featuring Eric Reynolds, a former police officer with a remarkable story to share. From a family legacy…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#071- "From the Corps to Cops" with Jesse Noriega
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we delve into the life of Jesse Noriega, a San Antonio native whose strict upbringing profoundly shaped his future. At 18…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#070- "Legal Lifelines" with Doug O'Connell and Ken Ervin Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Join us for Part 2 with Doug O'Connell and Ken Irvin, respected Austin attorneys specializing in the defense of law enforcement officers. Gain…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#070- "Legal Lifelines" with Doug O'Connell and Ken Ervin Part 1
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever considered the weight of a split-second decision and its ripple effect through the legal system? Join us as we sit down with…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#069-"CloudGavel"
Send us Fan Mail Get ready to delve into the intersection of law enforcement and technology with special guest Casey Roussel of CloudGavel. This episode takes…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#068-"The Lady Law Shield"
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, Bridget Truxillo, a former deputy sheriff and legal advocate, joins us to discuss the intersection…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#067- "Badge to Ballots" with State Representative Frederick Frazier
Send us Fan Mail Join State Representative Fred Frazier on an incredible journey from the front lines of law enforcement to the halls of the state Capitol in…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#066- "Internal Affairs" with Marlon Marrache
Send us Fan Mail Join us for a rare opportunity to peek behind the curtain of law enforcement with Marlon Marrache, a retired LAPD officer turned podcaster. In…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#065- "Voice of Vigilance" with Todd Jeffries from KLBJ
Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, KLBJ 590's Todd Jeffries offers a unique perspective on Austin's most pressing issues. The conversation delves into…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#064- "Breaking Bond" with Sean Teare Part 2
Send us Fan Mail In part 2, Sean Teare, a candidate for Harris County District Attorney, evaluated the impact of the county's justice system on community…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#064- "Breaking Bond" with Sean Teare Part 1
Send us Fan Mail Do you want to understand how law enforcement and politics impact community safety? Join Brian Linthicum and Sean Teare as they delve into the…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#063 - “Tactically Tenured” with Jerry Childree & Victor Diaz
Send us Fan Mail Dive into the intense world of law enforcement with Tyler and Clint as they share stories from the streets and the focus of a sniper's eye…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#062-"RollKall" with Chris White
Send us Fan Mail Chris White, the owner and founder of RollKall, brings a diverse background to the table, hailing from the heart of East Texas. With a career…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#061-"For God and Country" with Kyle Reyes
Send us Fan Mail In this captivating episode, join us as we delve deep into the heart of law enforcement narratives with Kyle Reyes, the CEO of Law Enforcement…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#060-“Keep Austin Weird Not Dangerous” with Terry Keel
Send us Fan Mail Join us for a captivating podcast exploring law enforcement and Texas politics. Former Travis County Sheriff and State Representative, Terry…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#059-"3 Days Into FTO, and Faced the Devil" with Nick Edwards
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're joined by Nick Edwards, a former Dallas Police Officer turned community leader from Mesquite, Texas. Nick shares his…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#058- "The McCabinator"
Send us Fan Mail Robert McCabe, a former aspirant of law enforcement, has transitioned into a formidable legal advocate for officers, a journey he shares on…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#057-"Motor Jockin for the Mission” with Taylor Roberson
Send us Fan Mail In this exhilarating episode, Officer Roberson takes us on a thrilling ride through the rich history of Motorcycle Rodeos in Central Texas…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#056-"Sandwich Bags" with John Hernandez
Send us Fan Mail When the line between everyday life and the call of duty blurs, the unspoken stories paint the truest picture. The Blue Grit team, with the…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#055-"Fit to Serve" with Joe Gamaldi
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Joe Gamaldi, a full-time patrol Lieutenant with the Houston Police Department and FOP's National Vice President, discusses…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#054-"Kiss the Ring" with Brian Johns
Send us Fan Mail This episode explores the topic of toxic leadership and its impact on mental well-being. Our guest, Brian Johns, sheds light on many officers'…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#053- "From Restaurants to Handcuffs" with Chris Ceballos
Send us Fan Mail In this podcast episode, Chris CeBallos, the President of the Texas Municipal Police Association, shares his inspiring journey from restaurant…
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#052- "Decisions" with Caleb Mitchell
Send us Fan Mail Join Caleb Mitchell, the President of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Association of Deputies and Corrections Officers, on a fascinating…
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#051- “Defunding the POLICE” with Chas Moore Part 2
Send us Fan Mail In the second part of the Defunding the Police episode, Chas Moore, founder of the Austin Justice Coalition, talks about controversial police…
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#051- “Defunding the POLICE” with Chas Moore Part 1
Send us Fan Mail The latest criminal justice reform and activism discussion focuses on the journey of Chas Moore, co-founder of the Austin Justice Coalition…
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#050- "Leadership In Law Enforcement" with Mike Alexander
Send us Fan Mail Explore leadership in law enforcement with Mike Alexander – from family fruit-picking to frontline policing. Discover his lessons in…
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#049- "Defending The Defunded" with Austin Police Association President Michael Bullock
Send us Fan Mail Meet the man who keeps Austin safe: the newly-elected Austin Police Association President, Michael Bullock. Fresh into his position, he…
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#048- "DPD Sgt. Keith Wenzel"
Send us Fan Mail Fasten your seatbelts as we ride with Keith Wenzel, a retired Dallas Sgt. with an impressive 30-year tenure under his belt. There's no holding…
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#047- "WILCO"
Send us Fan Mail Discover the hidden power of local associations and the art of political networking with Charles DuVall, president of the Williamson County…
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#046- "I Don't Want to Shoot You"
Send us Fan Mail Get ready for an engaging episode of our podcast as we welcome patrol officer Zane Daniel, who shares a riveting tale that was once cut short…
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#045- "Marine One" Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Join us for Part 2 of "Marine One" with Robert Darling, a retired US Marine Corps officer. He shares his insights on life, leadership, and…
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#045- "Marine One" Part 1
Send us Fan Mail Join us on an inspiring journey with Robert Darling, a retired US Marine Corps officer. He shares his insights on life, leadership, and…
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#044- "Lt. Dan Colasanto "
Send us Fan Mail Lieutenant Dan Colasanto takes us on an incredible journey, sharing insights from his early days in New York to his impactful career in the…
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#043- "Tower of Terror" with Former Austin Police Officer Waymon Lewis
Send us Fan Mail In this captivating episode, law enforcement veteran Waymon Lewis shares his life journey with us, starting from his upbringing in Lampasses…
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#042- "Friend or Foe?" w/ Bexar County D.A. Joe Gonzales
Send us Fan Mail Don't miss out on the latest episode of the Blue Grit podcast featuring Bexar County District Attorney Joe Gonzales. He answers tough…
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#041- "Be Relentless" w/ Aaron Slater Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of Aaron Slater's inspiring journey. If you're looking for an inspiring story of resilience and determination, look no further than…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#041- "Be Relentless" w/ Aaron Slater Part 1
Send us Fan Mail If you're looking for an inspiring story of resilience and determination, look no further than Aaron Slater, the mastermind behind Relentless…
Blue Grit Podcast: The Voice of Texas Law Enforcement#040- “Officer Sheena Dae Yarbrough-Powell”
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Blue Grit Podcast, we were honored to have Gabriel Fells, a Beaumont Police Officer, as our special guest. Fells shares…
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#039- "The LinkedIn Legend"
Send us Fan Mail Come along for an exciting episode as we have the privilege of sitting down with Banning Sweatland, a law enforcement officer with the Jack…
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#038- "FinancialCop"
Send us Fan Mail Ever thought a grocery store worker could become a seasoned financial expert? We sat down with Nick Daugherty, who took a detour through law…
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#037- “In The Eyes of a Ranger” Part 2
Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of Retired Texas Ranger John Vance! Support the show email us at- bluegrit@tmpa.org