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No bombshells but the Dems January 6th hearing bombs.
Meanwhile, Col. Shawn Smith with the US Election Integrity Project reveals the government’s own study about how vulnerable our voting machines really are.
Plus, CD8 GOP candidate Lori Saine on the increasing Dem and RINO meddling in the race.
Tracy Markley, Fitness Specialist, Award Winning Author, Radio Host & member of the National Fitness HOF joins me along with Joe Chura, Entrepreneur, Podcaster, Inventor & Chairman of Naperville Police Foundation Board of Directors. Then, it’s 'The Sports Doctor Is In' with some “Bob Gajda Wisdom” & your emails!
In this video, we discuss Police Wellness and Resilience, and the soon to be released book "Living Blue" being written by Barbara Rubel and Jason M. Palamara.
Law enforcement occupations have higher prevalence of burnout and secondary traumatic stress than many other occupational groups. The purpose of this new book is to provide law enforcement officers, their families, and the communities they serve with practical information to aid in the prevention of occupational vicarious trauma, burnout, and compassion fatigue.
Regardless of how long you have been working in law enforcement, it is evident that the job can be highly stressful and, as a result, can have a dramatic impact on the health and well-being of officers. Through the real life experiences Jason Palamara had as an NYPD Cold Case detective, and Barbara Rubel’s expertise as an author, researcher, trainer and speaker, this book will be a practical guide to help police practitioners understand the nature of occupational stress and the importance of wellness and resilience. It will outline the main risk factors, the impact of vicarious trauma, and guidelines for resilience and stress-management. The authors draw on their extensive experience of working with police and other first responders to provide a comprehensive, accessible, and evidence-based resource.
In law enforcement, police officers and firefighters experience some of the highest rates of job-related stress, trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This new book, Living Blue, will focus on how law enforcement officers can cope with vicarious trauma. Vicarious trauma is the result of police officers witnessing the trauma to or death of another person, and it can lead to physical and psychological disorders.
At Responder Resilience, we are dedicated to helping our brothers and sisters in blue. We recognize that with increased exposure to trauma and stress, law enforcement, firefighters, EMS and other first responders face unique challenges in the workplace and at home.
Jason M. Palamara is a U.S. Navy Veteran and a retired New York City Police Department Cold Case Homicide Detective. Jason has served as a peer support counselor with the NYPD, he’s also a John C. Maxwell certified life coach, and founder of First Responder Coaching. Jason has been a recent guest on Responder Resilience, speaking about his role as director of Veteran & First Responder Engagement for Forge VFR.
Barbara Rubel, is a leading authority and award-winning author on burnout, secondary traumatic stress, compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma. As a nationally recognized keynote speaker and trainer, she motivates law enforcement officers and victim service providers to focus on wellness and resilience. She was featured in an Emmy award winning documentary and is the author of: But I Didn’t Say Goodbye: Helping Families After a Suicide, the 30-hr. CE course for Nurses, Loss, Grief, and Bereavement, and the CE course, COVID-19 Loss, Grief, and Bereavement. Her website is www.barbararubel.com
Guests, Rep. Dave Williams and Laurel Imer
Rep. Dave Williams, a candidate for the CD5 GOP nomination, is calling on fellow grassroots Republicans to outlaw the overt sexualization and grooming of children as seen at a Texas Drag Queen display. Plus CD7 GOP primary candidate Laurel Imer.
How Do You Thrive in the Face of Crisis and Uncertainty?
When bombs are dropping everywhere, some freeze, some flee, and some panic. When facing this unthinkable reality through three wars in Israel, Eliana Gilad simply remained incredibly calm. Sitting in a chair in Northern Israel, as the bombs descended, she opened deeply to her inner voice and knew peace.
Uncertainty can lead to fear, anxiety, and self-sabotage. It can stifle creative problem-solving and silence self-expression. It can keep individuals from taking the risks necessary to express their true voice and live an authentically fulfilling life. Therefore, it behooves all of us to not only become comfortable with uncertainty, but to master living with it! And, as Eliana discovered, the secret can be found in your voice!
Her new bestseller, Emerge Triumphant: Thrive through Uncertainty reveals an ancient truth about feminine leadership that has been buried by patriarchal history. The book uses the life story of the Prophetess Miriam in the Bible, the elder sister of Moses, as inspiration for truly effective self-leadership and self-expression.
When People Tap into the Source of their Voice, in the Silence Behind It, Full Expression Emerges—in Words, Tones and Song—Enabling Them to Stay Centered, Powerful, Peaceful and Focused, Even in Times of Crisis, Change, Challenge and Transformation
There is even more to Eliana's story so join Dr. Art Emrich and Dr. Christina Winsey this Friday, June 10th at 9pm Eastern / 6pm Pacific, as they interview this extraordinary woman, so that you can benefit from her wisdom and knowledge during these rocky times we live in.
Remember to stay until the end to receive a free gift from Eliana!
AmeriCorps Construction Crew Leader with Habitat for Humanity
Greg Simpson
Greg is an AmeriCorps Construction Crew Leader with Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region. Prior to his AmeriCorps service, Greg served in the United States Navy as an electrician onboard the USS Ronald Reagan and was part of three deployments in four years. During his time in the Navy, Greg volunteered with Habitat for Humanity in Singapore and in Thailand, which helped him to develop a strong desire to help the community and a caring spirit towards others around the world. Greg received his degree in aeronautics after leaving the military in 2012 and later became an airline and commercial helicopter pilot. Not finding the fulfillment he desired, Greg left the aviation industry in pursuit of a more meaningful career, which ultimately led him to an opportunity with Habitat Charlotte in April 2020 as an AmeriCorps member. Greg is currently wrapping up his first term as a Construction Crew Leader and is preparing to begin his second term.
Young Adult Engagement Coordinator at Habitat for Humanity
Crista Ray is the Young Adult Engagement Coordinator at Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region, where she oversees and manages the AmeriCorps program at the organization. Crista’s career with Habitat Charlotte and passion for AmeriCorps began when she served two terms with Habitat AmeriCorps as a Resource Development VISTA member and Construction Crew Leader. Crista’s previous positions also include roles with Habitat Charlotte’s Family Services team and with the local branch of the American Red Cross. Crista is a graduate of the University of Georgia’s Franklin College of Arts and Sciences.
Collegiate Academic All-American and Retired NFL Player
Jelani Jenkins is a 2009 Watkins Award Honoree from Silver Spring, Maryland aka the DMV. He played in the Maryland Little League for Wheaton and the Maplewood programs in Montgomery County. In high school, Jelani played football for Our Lady of Good Counsel. He received numerous honors including Parade Magazine High School All-American and being selected to play in the Under Armor Game. His most notable award in high school was the Districts Pigskin Club in which Jelani was the first player in the 71 year history of that award to earn the Defensive Player of the Year and Scholar Athlete of the Year. Jelani had over 40 offers to major D1 Schools which he ultimately chose The University of Florida. He established himself in the SEC as one of college football's best outside linebackers and separated himself by his high academic accomplishments in the classroom. In 2013, Jelani was selected in the 4th round of the NFL Draft by the Miami Dolphins. He quickly became one of the best defensive players in the NFL (110 Tackles, 3.5 Sacks).
Business Consultant, Researcher and Author
Patricia Kurgan is the founder and President of Astro Logistics, Inc., a business consulting and transportation logistics firm, and researcher for The Kim Monson Show. Patti has extensive interaction with businesses, community boards and constituents on policy issues through grassroots efforts. Additionally, she has testified numerous times on behalf of small business owners and constituents in state hearings. Patti enjoys the beauty of Colorado and hiking with her family.
Former Westminster City Council member
I grew up in the Denver Metro Area, graduated from Lakewood High School, graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in Pharmacy and a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the Infantry. After the Army I spent over three decades as a Retail Pharmacist. I'm married, have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. I served on City Council from 2013 to 2017. I have shared my views on the path to better government widely; in several opinion articles, a research paper and many letters to the editor in local papers. I consider candidates that refuse to give specific, detailed answers to questions about what they want of accomplish as typical politicians, unhelpful to voters and demeaning to the election process. Good Government needs openness and transparency, especially in the consideration process. Thru my actions I have worked toward that end.
Elect Bruce Baker to Westminster City Council
I will keep Westminster green by voting to lower the water rates so we can afford to water our landscapes
I will keep Westminster less crowded by honoring the intent of our Open Space Tax and Comprehensive Plan and not increasing housing densities.
I will keep Westminster a good place to live by refocusing the attention of Council on the people that live here TODAY instead of wasting millions of dollars on becoming "the next urban center of the Colorado Front Range.
I will end the ridiculous use of 'consultants' for jobs that should be done by city staff.
The members of City Council should be the stewards of city assets and should use those assets to allow the people of Westminster make their homes, neighborhoods and businesses attractive, inviting places.
The harmful choice that council has made, like the excessive water rates or jamming in thousands of apartments, will harm our homes, neighborhoods and businesses.
When I served on council from 2013 to 2017, I fought for the needs of the people of Westminster and thrifty, smart, efficient, responsive government. I have the passion, experience and knowledge to reverse the harmful choices that have been made by council. It is time we return the mission of council to serving the people rather than the ridiculous fantasies and corrupt deals that are wasting our tax dollars.
Michael Gregg Michaud writes about Hollywood, and has contributed to numerous books about show business and the arts. He is the author of the critically acclaimed, best-selling Lambda Book Award nominated Sal Mineo, A Biography. The biography was a pick of the month in Los Angeles Magazine and by Turner Classic Movies, appeared on Leonard Maltin's recommended holiday list in 2010, and later adapted for the screen as a feature film, Sal by James Franco. He edited and annotated, Mae West Between the Covers, (Bear Manor Media, 2018), which was nominated for the 2019 Next Generation Indie Book Award for Best Anthology, and wrote Mae West: Broadcast Muse (Bear Manor Media, 2019, which was nominated for the 2021 Next Generation Indie Book Award for Humor/Comedy.
Chairman Republican Liberty Caucus of Colorado
Sue Moore, Chairman Republican Liberty Caucus of Colorado, former Chairman Denver County Republican Party, 2016 graduate of Leadership Program of the Rockies, owner Elizabeth St. Properties.
Former Chairman at Denver Republican Party
Former Captain at Denver District 2 GOP
Former Owner at Moore Media
Former Account Executive, Media Planner/Buyer at Kothe Howard & Roche
Former Media Planner / Buyer at Fahlgren & Ferriss
Went to Thomas Worthington
Studied Finance at University of Denver
Studied Communications/Advertising at University of Kentucky
Director of Campaign Integrity Watchdog
Matt Arnold with Campaign Integrity Watchdog
Matt Arnold is the director of the nonprofit organization Clear the Bench Colorado, which aims to educate voters on the activities of the Colorado Supreme Court and work for reform the state's judicial system through retention elections.
Matt Arnold's organization Clear the Bench Colorado evaluates judicial performance in an effort to educate voters in judicial retention elections. In 2010, according to the Colorado Independent, Arnold "railed at Tea Party gatherings across the state against the liberal leanings of the state’s Supreme Court justices." The paper also noted that, in 2011, Arnold ran for the position of chair for the Republican Party of Colorado; he lost the campaign to Ryan Call.
READ MORE about Matt Arnold: https://ballotpedia.org/Matt_Arnold_(Colorado)
