Pocket Sergeant Podcast

Pocket Sergeant Podcast
Podcast Description
Hosted by former police officer and award-winning app creator Paul Cooper, this podcast explores the untold realities of frontline policing in the UK.Each episode features honest conversations with current and former officers, legal professionals, experts, and those with lived experience – covering everything from policing culture and mental health to groundbreaking innovation and criminal justice reform.Whether you’re a serving officer, aspiring recruit, or simply curious about life in uniform, the Pocket Sergeant Podcast pulls no punches and gives you the insight the headlines miss.Inspired by the app that’s helped tens of thousands of officers in policing, this podcast continues the mission: supporting those who serve.🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.📲 Download the Pocket Sergeant app: www.pocketsergeant.co.uk📕 Download Paul’s book From Trauma To Triumph: https://amzn.eu/d/4NqE8jq📧 Get in touch / suggest a guest: [email protected]
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
This podcast covers a range of important topics such as policing culture, mental health issues, innovation in law enforcement, and criminal justice reform. Examples include episodes which feature personal narratives, like Ben Pearson's journey with PTSD after his time on the streets and Laura Loy's experiences with trauma and postnatal depression within the police force, emphasizing the psychological toll of service.

Hosted by former police officer and award-winning app creator Paul Cooper, this podcast explores the untold realities of frontline policing in the UK.
Each episode features honest conversations with current and former officers, legal professionals, experts, and those with lived experience – covering everything from policing culture and mental health to groundbreaking innovation and criminal justice reform.
Whether you’re a serving officer, aspiring recruit, or simply curious about life in uniform, the Pocket Sergeant Podcast pulls no punches and gives you the insight the headlines miss.
Inspired by the app that’s helped tens of thousands of officers in policing, this podcast continues the mission: supporting those who serve.
🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.
📲 Download the Pocket Sergeant app: www.pocketsergeant.co.uk
📕 Download Paul’s book From Trauma To Triumph: https://amzn.eu/d/4NqE8jq
📧 Get in touch / suggest a guest: [email protected]
TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️
This episode discusses suicide and associated trauma. If you have been affected by anything in this episode, you can contact the Samaritans on 116 123
In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Andy to explore the profound impact of trauma and mental health challenges faced by police officers. Through personal stories and expert insights, we shed light on the emotional toll of the job and the importance of mental health support within law enforcement. Andy shares his experiences navigating these challenges and offers perspective on the steps being taken to foster resilience and well-being in the force.
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