Episode 13: I'm an angry citizen, prepare to be yelled at!!!
On this episode of the Cop and the Shrink, Harold and Dennis discuss the current level of violence in our society as it pertains to the exponential increase of mass shootings since the beginning of the pandemic. They do a deep dive into the Nation's mental health crisis and how the call for more mental health resources will be answered....7 to 8 years from now. On current events, discussion focused on how the right and the left are so far removed from the middle. Special thanks to Jim Wyatt from www.GreatCigarReviews.com. Thanks for listening.
Episode 12: It's ok to not be ok unless you are a man
On this episode of the Cop and the Shrink, Harold and Dennis discuss Masculine Depression coupled with the notion of Toxic Masculinity as it relates to the First Responder world. Are you a goal setter? Do you have a personal mantra? How do you stay motivated throughout the day? Harold and Dennis provide a few necessary behaviors to try each day to further your professional career and personal life. On current events, discussion surrounds the idea of demonizing victims versus demonizing the assailants. Special thanks to Jim Wyatt from www.GreatCigarReviews.com. Thanks for listening.
Episode 11: A Narcissist, Psychopath, and a Sociopath walk into a bar...
On this episode of the Cop and the Shrink, Harold and Dennis discuss the differences between a Narcissist, Psychopath, and a Sociopath and how these personality types are labeled in our society. They do a deep dive into weaponizing words to generalize and marginalize people. Harold and Dennis talk about how their professions may or may not be conducive to raising children by giving some interesting personal examples. On current topics, do you know what grinds Harold and Dennis' gears? Well, you need to listen to find out. Special thanks to Jim Wyatt from www.GreatCigarReviews.com. Thanks for listening.
Episode 03: Shot in the line of Duty
On this episode of the Cop and the Shrink, we have special guest Police Officer Tyler Giles in studio to discuss a recent shooting incident where he and two other officers were shot in the line of duty during a domestic call. Harold and Dennis discuss with Officer Giles the importance of the communication of needs, both physical and psychological. Discussion also focuses on the importance of the family's role in a police involved shooting. Current topics on this episode include how society is forgetting September 12, 2001 and should the Capitol Police face charges for using harsh language during the January 6th Insurrection. As always, thanks for listening.
Episode 02: So you want to date a cop or a shrink?
On this episode of the Cop and the Shrink, Harold and Dennis discuss the stress placed on families of first responders during careers filled with crisis and trauma. Loyal, strong, arrogant and narcissistic may not be the best qualities you look for with on-line dating, but how do those characteristics appeal to people in the dating world? Harold and Dennis explore the reasons people may find dating/marrying first responders and mental health professionals challenging and appealing. Current topics on this episode include emergency preparedness with Hurricane Ida and answering the question, "Have people gone crazy and forgot about the law in the Covid-Era?". Thanks for listening. www.TheCopandTheShrink.com.