Concerns of Police Survivors: The Podcast Sat, 07 Mar 2026 19:24:41 -0500 http://concernsofpolicesurvivors.org en-us © 2026 Concerns of Police Survivors yes Support this Podcast 54e68ab6-8293-524a-9a08-368cffb2d54b Concerns of Police Survivors episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) line of duty, police, grief, national police week, concerns of police survivors, Concerns of Police Survivors https://storage.buzzsprout.com/2j7bxhjmfkue85fpnllkp8j4f0b4?.jpg Concerns of Police Survivors: The Podcast http://concernsofpolicesurvivors.org Warming up to C.O.P.S. with Keira Knox Warming up to C.O.P.S. with Keira Knox We sit down with Surviving Spouse Keira Knox to discuss life changes and how she and her family found Concerns of Police Survivors, and how events like Kids Camp changed their lives.

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-15429224 Thu, 18 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1127 full false 40 Years: Past, Present, and Future of C.O.P.S. with Todd Piro 40 Years: Past, Present, and Future of C.O.P.S. with Todd Piro For C.O.P.S. 40th anniversary, we bring together some of voices who have guided C.O.P.S. through the past, into the present and into the future. Join us as Todd Piro from Fox & Friends First interviews C.O.P.S. Co-founder Suzie Sawyer, first National President Lynn Bolton-Bebeau, National President Connie Moyer, and Executive Director Dianne Bernhard about how Concerns of Police Survivors was formed, grew into the organization we know and love today, and where it may go in the next 40 years.

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]]> For C.O.P.S. 40th anniversary, we bring together some of voices who have guided C.O.P.S. through the past, into the present and into the future. Join us as Todd Piro from Fox & Friends First interviews C.O.P.S. Co-founder Suzie Sawyer, first National President Lynn Bolton-Bebeau, National President Connie Moyer, and Executive Director Dianne Bernhard about how Concerns of Police Survivors was formed, grew into the organization we know and love today, and where it may go in the next 40 years.

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-15082417 Thu, 16 May 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2457 full false National Police Week 2024 National Police Week 2024 C.O.P.S. Executive Director Dianne Bernhard and Communications Director Sara Slone have a conversation about what happens at National Police Week. From before you go, to stepping foot off the plane, this is a quick listen for you to have a better idea of how the week's events will flow and what you need to know!

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]]> C.O.P.S. Executive Director Dianne Bernhard and Communications Director Sara Slone have a conversation about what happens at National Police Week. From before you go, to stepping foot off the plane, this is a quick listen for you to have a better idea of how the week's events will flow and what you need to know!

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-14920235 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1666 full false Healing with Help - Dr. Kathy Thomas Healing with Help - Dr. Kathy Thomas Dr. Kathy Thomas has been helping survivors for more than 20 years. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Thomas about how and when different types of survivors may feel grief, get some tips on how to help family members who may be struggling, and how to deal with the unique rollercoaster of feelings that can happen during your grief journey.

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]]> Dr. Kathy Thomas has been helping survivors for more than 20 years. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Thomas about how and when different types of survivors may feel grief, get some tips on how to help family members who may be struggling, and how to deal with the unique rollercoaster of feelings that can happen during your grief journey.

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-14423522 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0600 2198 full false From Kids Camp to Forever - The Woodrells From Kids Camp to Forever - The Woodrells We speak with Wyatt and Gabby Woodrell about growing up with C.O.P.S., attending Kids Camp, the importance of other surviving children, Riding with Law Enforcement United, and returning to Kids Camp as mentors.

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]]> We speak with Wyatt and Gabby Woodrell about growing up with C.O.P.S., attending Kids Camp, the importance of other surviving children, Riding with Law Enforcement United, and returning to Kids Camp as mentors.

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-14423469 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0600 1004 full false Talking About The C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference with Scott Medlin Talking About The C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference with Scott Medlin In this episode, we talk with 2022 National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma Keynote Speaker and 15 year veteran of law enforcement Scott Medlin. Scott took the most of his time at the C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference by attending classes, meeting with exhibitors, networking and more. Scott tells us what it's like to attend the C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference and what a conference like this one would have done for his life and career if he'd had a chance to attend earlier.

Learn more and register for the National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma at www.concernsofpolicesurvivors.org/national-conference

Learn more about Scott Medlin and The 10 Code Mindset at thescottmedlin.com

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]]> In this episode, we talk with 2022 National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma Keynote Speaker and 15 year veteran of law enforcement Scott Medlin. Scott took the most of his time at the C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference by attending classes, meeting with exhibitors, networking and more. Scott tells us what it's like to attend the C.O.P.S. Wellness Conference and what a conference like this one would have done for his life and career if he'd had a chance to attend earlier.

Learn more and register for the National Conference on Law Enforcement Wellness & Trauma at www.concernsofpolicesurvivors.org/national-conference

Learn more about Scott Medlin and The 10 Code Mindset at thescottmedlin.com

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-13579325 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1060 full false How Does Health & Wellness Trainings Make A Difference? How Does Health & Wellness Trainings Make A Difference? C.O.P.S. Multimedia Manger, Blake Haynes, sits down with Master Sergeant John Blumenthal of the Oklahoma City Police Department to discuss how health and wellness training makes a difference within the everyday life of an officer. 

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]]> C.O.P.S. Multimedia Manger, Blake Haynes, sits down with Master Sergeant John Blumenthal of the Oklahoma City Police Department to discuss how health and wellness training makes a difference within the everyday life of an officer. 

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-13280606 Mon, 24 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1860 full false Our Blue Family Our Blue Family On this episode of the C.O.P.S. Podcast, C.O.P.S. Multimedia Specialist, Blake Haynes talks with Cherese Hillman, the Surviving Spouse of Corporal Avery Hillman, EOW 10/31/2020.  Cherese speaks about her families grief journey and meeting their blue family. 

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]]> On this episode of the C.O.P.S. Podcast, C.O.P.S. Multimedia Specialist, Blake Haynes talks with Cherese Hillman, the Surviving Spouse of Corporal Avery Hillman, EOW 10/31/2020.  Cherese speaks about her families grief journey and meeting their blue family. 

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-12953047 Wed, 31 May 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1357 full false National Police Week 2023 National Police Week 2023 In this episode, Sara Slone, C.O.P.S.' Communications Director, and Dianne Bernhard, C.O.P.S.'  Executive Director, have a conversation about National Police Week. They talk about highlights and the important events of National Police Week, how the week comes together, and tips for getting the most out of your time at National Police Week.

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]]> In this episode, Sara Slone, C.O.P.S.' Communications Director, and Dianne Bernhard, C.O.P.S.'  Executive Director, have a conversation about National Police Week. They talk about highlights and the important events of National Police Week, how the week comes together, and tips for getting the most out of your time at National Police Week.

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-12666725 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1682 full false Brother in Blue Brother in Blue Sibling and Co-Worker Survivor Dave Wallace talks about the importance of community, living in his new normal, the unique challenges of having a brother and several co-workers die in the line of duty, and why he serves on the C.O.P.S. National Board.

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]]> Sibling and Co-Worker Survivor Dave Wallace talks about the importance of community, living in his new normal, the unique challenges of having a brother and several co-workers die in the line of duty, and why he serves on the C.O.P.S. National Board.

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-12384191 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0600 1673 5 full false Growing Up With C.O.P.S. Growing Up With C.O.P.S. James and Chandler Haynes have been involved with C.O.P.S.  since 2008, when their father, Lance Corporal James Haynes, II, died in the line of duty. Listen to their candid conversation about how Concerns of Police Survivors and their blue family have made an impact on their lives. From guidance, to best friends, mentors, and financial support pursuing their dreams, C.O.P.S. has made a difference. #SurvivorStories #COPSPodcast

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]]> James and Chandler Haynes have been involved with C.O.P.S.  since 2008, when their father, Lance Corporal James Haynes, II, died in the line of duty. Listen to their candid conversation about how Concerns of Police Survivors and their blue family have made an impact on their lives. From guidance, to best friends, mentors, and financial support pursuing their dreams, C.O.P.S. has made a difference. #SurvivorStories #COPSPodcast

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-11897999 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0600 2273 4 full false Learning to Love Again Learning to Love Again In this episode C.O.P.S. Multimedia Specialist, Blake Haynes, sits down with April Nauden, Surviving Spouse of Officer Paul Nauden, EOW 5/20/2011. April shares how she has learned to love again. 

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]]> In this episode C.O.P.S. Multimedia Specialist, Blake Haynes, sits down with April Nauden, Surviving Spouse of Officer Paul Nauden, EOW 5/20/2011. April shares how she has learned to love again. 

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-11542972 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2275 3 full false Trial Preparation with Angie McCown Trial Preparation with Angie McCown Many survivors experience anxiety and stress as they prepare to face a trial centered around the death of their officer.  It can be a long, stressful, and confusing process.  This episode walks through the process and breaks down important moments to make them more manageable for you. We also talk about moments that can be traumatizing during the process and how you can better prepare yourself for the unknown. This episode's guest is Angie McCown, the Victim Services Director at the  Texas Department of Criminal Justice.  Angie has spent more than 22 years working alongside C.O.P.S. helping survivors rebuild their shattered lives.

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]]> Many survivors experience anxiety and stress as they prepare to face a trial centered around the death of their officer.  It can be a long, stressful, and confusing process.  This episode walks through the process and breaks down important moments to make them more manageable for you. We also talk about moments that can be traumatizing during the process and how you can better prepare yourself for the unknown. This episode's guest is Angie McCown, the Victim Services Director at the  Texas Department of Criminal Justice.  Angie has spent more than 22 years working alongside C.O.P.S. helping survivors rebuild their shattered lives.

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]]> Concerns of Police Survivors Buzzsprout-11197751 Wed, 24 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0500 2352 1 2 full false National Police Week with Dianne Bernhard National Police Week with Dianne Bernhard Dianne Bernhard is the Executive Director of Concerns of Police Survivors and the surviving co-worker of Molly Thomas Bowden. Dianne has been the Executive Director of C.O.P.S. for 8 years. As we head into National Police Week, Dianne shares the experience she's gained guiding thousands of families through the events happening May 11th -17th in Washington D.C.

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]]> Dianne Bernhard is the Executive Director of Concerns of Police Survivors and the surviving co-worker of Molly Thomas Bowden. Dianne has been the Executive Director of C.O.P.S. for 8 years. As we head into National Police Week, Dianne shares the experience she's gained guiding thousands of families through the events happening May 11th -17th in Washington D.C.

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