Guest: Brady Bailey, Interdiction Trainer & Police Officer

Episode Summary:
In this episode, we sit down with Brady Bailey, a municipal police officer in Oklahoma and interdiction trainer, to discuss the mindset and mechanics behind proactive policing. Brady shares his path into law enforcement, how mentorship shaped his career, and what it takes to build real interdiction skills through repetition and networking. From legal changes in Oklahoma to the challenges of launching a training company, this episode is packed with insights for officers serious about interdiction work and long-term career growth.

Guest Bio:
Brady Bailey is an Oklahoma-based police officer and founder of a training company dedicated to interdiction tactics and proactive policing. He teaches officers how to improve their street-level interdiction skills, build solid reports, and work smarter with prosecutors to ensure strong cases.
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Key Takeaways:

• Brady’s law enforcement journey was shaped by family and mentors

• Mentorship plays a huge role in developing interdiction skills

• Transitioning to a new department brings cultural and tactical challenges

• Interdiction requires consistency, confidence, and proactive policing

• Networking with officers nationwide boosts skills and perspective

• Oklahoma’s legalization of marijuana has changed interdiction dynamics

• Thorough reporting makes or breaks prosecution success

• Body cam footage can be a tool for self-improvement

• Building strong prosecutor relationships enhances legal outcomes

• Understanding reasonable suspicion is essential for street-level stops

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