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  • Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

    911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone

    24/06/2026 | 40 min
    911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Behind Every Emergency Call Is Someone Carrying the Weight of Another Person's Worst Day. When most people think of first responders, they picture police officers racing toward danger, firefighters battling flames, or paramedics fighting to save lives. The episode is available to listen to Free. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #LawEnforcementTalk #Free #Podcast #Radio

    But there is another group of heroes who experience unimaginable tragedy every day without ever leaving their chairs. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms.

    911 Dispatchers Suffer Too.

    Their battlefield isn't on the streets. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin.

    It's Trauma on The Phone.

    Every scream...

    Every desperate plea...

    Every child crying...

    Every gunshot...

    Every final breath...

    It all comes through a headset. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone.

    On the latest episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, host John Jay Wiley welcomes Alex LeFever, a veteran 911 dispatcher who shares what many dispatchers have silently carried for years. The episode is available across major platforms including their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, with highlights shared across their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles.

    His story reminds listeners that emotional scars don't require physical danger.

    Sometimes the deepest wounds are heard, not seen.

    The Calls That Never Leave

    Alex worked as a 911 dispatcher in both Arkansas and Pennsylvania.

    Like many emergency telecommunicators, thousands of calls blended together over time.

    But a few never disappeared.

    One involved a three-week-old baby.

    Another involved a woman trapped in a violent domestic abuse situation, who shot her attacker.

    Alex listened helplessly as the assault unfolded over the phone.

    Those voices never truly left him.

    "There are calls you never forget," Alex explains.

    "They stay with you long after your shift ends."

    Unlike police officers or firefighters who eventually arrive at a scene and begin resolving the crisis, dispatchers often experience something mental health experts call truncated trauma. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major Podcast networks.

    They hear the terror.

    They imagine the scene.

    Then the phone disconnects.

    Most never learn how the story ended.

    Their minds are left to fill in the blanks.

    911 Dispatchers Are Often the First First Responders

    Whether dispatchers are officially recognized as first responders depends largely on where they work.

    Many states, including California, Washington, and Delaware, have passed laws officially recognizing emergency dispatchers as first responders.

    Federal classifications have historically categorized them as administrative employees rather than protective service professionals. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms.

    That distinction has sparked ongoing bipartisan efforts in Congress to update federal classifications through legislation such as the 9-1-1 SAVES Act and the Enhancing First Response Act.

    Regardless of job titles, dispatchers perform life-saving work every day.

    They calm panicked callers.

    Guide CPR.

    Provide emergency childbirth instructions.

    Coordinate police, fire, and EMS responses.

    Gather critical intelligence.

    Save lives.

    Long before emergency vehicles arrive, dispatchers are already working to keep victims alive.

    "They're often the first voice people hear during the worst moment of their lives."

    Trauma on The Phone Is Real

    Mental health professionals increasingly recognize that dispatchers experience extraordinarily high rates of Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast continues bringing listeners real conversations from the front lines of crime, policing, trauma, survival, and healing.

    Unlike field responders, dispatchers experience trauma through sound alone.

    The human brain reacts as if it is physically present.

    Adrenaline surges.

    Heart rate increases.

    Stress hormones flood the body.

    Yet dispatchers must remain calm.

    Professional.

    Focused.

    They cannot panic.

    They cannot cry.

    They simply answer the next call.

    Hour after hour.

    Day after day.

    Over time, that emotional weight accumulates.

    Symptoms may include:

    • Reliving disturbing calls

    • Hearing callers' voices long after work

    • Difficulty concentrating

    • Hyper-vigilance

    • Emotional numbness

    • Burnout

    • Insomnia

    • High blood pressure

    • Chronic stress

    Many dispatchers suffer silently because few people understand what their job truly involves. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. The complete interview is available as a Free Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and major podcast platforms.

    Healing Doesn't Always Come Easy

    For Alex, recovery became intentional.

    He found one powerful outlet inside the gym.

    Weight training became more than exercise.

    It became therapy.

    "Training should enhance your life, not consume it," Alex says.

    His fitness journey actually began at just ten years old.

    By age seventeen, he had already set four International Powerlifting Association world records in the 198-pound class, including a remarkable 490-pound deadlift that stood for years.

    Today his philosophy is much different.

    Rather than chasing perfection, Alex helps people create sustainable health around real life. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone. Listeners can hear the complete interview on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major Podcast, Radio, News, and Media platforms.

    "Life still needs to happen," he says.

    "Cake at birthday parties. Family dinners. Saturday morning French toast."

    Instead of unrealistic fitness expectations, Alex teaches balance.

    He specializes in helping first responders, shift workers, and everyday people overcome obstacles traditional fitness programs often ignore.

    Irregular schedules.

    Old injuries.

    Chronic stress.

    Sleep disruption.

    Mental fatigue.

    His coaching adapts to reality instead of demanding perfection.

    Supporting the People Behind the Headset

    Mental health experts continue emphasizing that dispatchers need the same support systems increasingly available to police officers, firefighters, and paramedics. The podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and other major podcast platforms.

    Peer support.

    Critical incident debriefings.

    Professional counseling.

    Trauma education.

    Preventative mental health training.

    Organizations dedicated to dispatcher wellness continue advocating for stronger mental health resources while many states are expanding PTSD workers' compensation protections for emergency telecommunicators. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone.

    Recognizing dispatcher trauma isn't simply about changing job titles.

    It's about acknowledging invisible injuries before they become life-changing ones.

    A Story Every First Responder Should Hear

    Alex LeFever's conversation offers an honest look inside one of public safety's least understood professions. Listen to the full story on the Free Podcast, available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more.

    His story is about resilience.

    Trauma.

    Recovery.

    Fitness.

    Mental health.

    And recognizing that heroes aren't always the ones wearing body armor.

    Sometimes they're wearing a headset.

    Sometimes they're the calm voice who answers when someone dials three simple numbers.

    Listen to the Full Conversation

    Hear Alex LeFever's remarkable story on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available on their website, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio and most major Podcast platforms. 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone.

    Watch, listen, and share this Free Audio interview across your favorite Social Media channels and help shine a light on the invisible trauma experienced by emergency dispatchers every single day.

    Because 911 Dispatchers Suffer Too, and understanding Trauma on The Phone may be the first step toward helping those who spend their careers helping everyone else. The episode is available to listen to Free. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms.

    Learn and get access to money saving tips and how to increase your net worth at www.LetSavings.com

    Listen to this powerful #Free Podcast episode featuring Marci Hopkins on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major Podcast platforms nationwide.

    Download the Free Ebook about ways and tips to improve your health. You can get the ebook for free at www.LetHealthy.com

    Get the Free Clubhouse App, it is Drop In Social Audio. Think of it as your own talk radio show on your phone, and best of all it is free. Be sure to look for me and follow me, that’s John J Wiley or @letradioshow  you can do all that here.

    The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms.

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    911 Dispatchers Suffer Too: Trauma on the Phone.

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  • Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

    Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work

    21/06/2026 | 39 min
    Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work at a New York Attack: A 9/11 Volunteer's Fight Against Lung Cancer, Trauma, and Finding Hope. Those words summarize a journey that began with selfless service and evolved into a decades-long battle for survival. Twenty-five years after volunteering at Ground Zero following the September 11 terrorist attacks, Craig Sotkovsky continues fighting a different enemy, an aggressive form of lung cancer linked to toxic exposure at the World Trade Center. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms.

    His remarkable story is featured on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and shared across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and other major News and podcast platforms. The episode is available to listen to Free. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #LawEnforcementTalk #Free #Podcast #Radio

    One Decision Changed Everything

    On September 11, 2001, Craig Sotkovsky watched history unfold from his home in Jersey City, New Jersey. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin.

    Like millions of Americans, he watched in disbelief as the Twin Towers collapsed after terrorists hijacked commercial airliners and carried out one of the deadliest attacks in U.S. history.

    But unlike most Americans, Craig didn't remain a spectator.

    A skilled carpenter and mason, he volunteered to help.

    He joined the bucket brigade at Ground Zero and spent two of the first five days working in the debris field following the collapse of the World Trade Center. Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work at a New York Attack: A 9/11 Volunteer's Fight Against Lung Cancer, Trauma, and Finding Hope. The episode is available across major platforms including their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, with highlights shared across their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles.

    At the time, he believed he was simply helping his country.

    He had no idea the toxic dust surrounding him would follow him for the rest of his life.

    "Twenty-five years ago, I answered a call for help."

    The Hidden Cost of Being a Volunteer

    Ground Zero contained a dangerous mixture of pulverized concrete, asbestos, glass fibers, lead, fuel residue, and countless other hazardous materials released when the towers collapsed. Available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major Podcast networks.

    Years later, Craig received devastating news.

    He had developed a rare and aggressive lung cancer connected to his exposure at the World Trade Center.

    The diagnosis transformed every part of his life.

    He underwent multiple cancer surgeries.

    He endured physical pain, emotional trauma, and overwhelming financial hardship.

    The illness eventually cost him nearly everything.

    "Cancer changed everything."

    More Than a Medical Battle

    Craig explains that surviving cancer became more than simply recovering from surgery.

    It became a complete rebuilding of his identity.

    He describes losing financial security, emotional stability, and the life he once knew. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms.

    Yet amid tremendous hardship, he discovered something unexpected.

    Purpose.

    "Growth can come from pain."

    That philosophy became the foundation for what Craig now calls "Gro-Win Through Pain," a message encouraging others to find strength through life's darkest moments. Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work at a New York Attack: A 9/11 Volunteer's Fight Against Lung Cancer, Trauma, and Finding Hope.

    Trauma Doesn't Always End When the Crisis Is Over

    Many people associate September 11 with the horrific events of that single morning.

    Craig reminds listeners that for thousands of responders, recovery workers, and volunteers, the disaster never truly ended.

    For many, the effects emerged years later through chronic illness, cancer, respiratory disease, and lasting emotional trauma. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast continues bringing listeners real conversations from the front lines of crime, policing, trauma, survival, and healing.

    His story highlights the reality that some of the greatest wounds are invisible for years.

    Research Continues to Show Elevated Cancer Risks

    Craig's experience reflects what researchers have documented for years.

    Studies examining World Trade Center responders have found elevated rates of several cancers among those exposed to Ground Zero dust.

    One study published in JAMA followed more than 12,000 World Trade Center responders. Researchers found that participants reporting heavier exposure experienced nearly three times the incidence of lung cancer compared with responders reporting minimal exposure, even after accounting for smoking history and other demographic factors. Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work at a New York Attack: A 9/11 Volunteer's Fight Against Lung Cancer, Trauma, and Finding Hope. The complete interview is available as a Free Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and major podcast platforms.

    While every individual's medical history is unique, Craig's diagnosis illustrates the very real health consequences many volunteers and first responders continue to face decades later.

    A Mission Across America

    As the 25th anniversary of September 11 approaches, Craig is preparing for another mission.

    He plans to travel across America in an RV to honor those who lost their lives, recognize responders and volunteers still living with the consequences of that day, and share stories of resilience, perseverance, and hope.

    His journey is no longer defined by cancer.

    It is defined by purpose.

    An Inspiring Conversation

    On the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, Craig Sotkovsky shares the emotional details of witnessing the attacks, volunteering at Ground Zero, developing lung cancer, enduring repeated surgeries, and learning how to move forward despite overwhelming adversity. Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work at a New York Attack: A 9/11 Volunteer's Fight Against Lung Cancer, Trauma, and Finding Hope. Listeners can hear the complete interview on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major Podcast, Radio, News, and Media platforms.

    His story serves as a reminder that true courage often continues long after the cameras disappear.

    Sometimes the greatest heroes are those who quietly keep fighting years after the world has moved on.

    Listen Free Today

    Hear Craig Sotkovsky's incredible story on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast.

    The episode is available Free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and is promoted across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and other major podcast and News platforms. Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work at a New York Attack: A 9/11 Volunteer's Fight Against Lung Cancer, Trauma, and Finding Hope.

    This powerful conversation explores sacrifice, resilience, recovery, and the lasting impact of trauma from one of America's darkest days. The podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and other major podcast platforms.

    If Craig's story inspires you, please share this article so more people understand the sacrifices made not only on September 11, but for decades afterward.

    Listen to the full story on the Free Podcast, available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more.

    Be sure to follow us on X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news.

    Learn and get access to money saving tips and how to increase your net worth at www.LetSavings.com

    Listen to this powerful #Free Podcast episode featuring Marci Hopkins on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major Podcast platforms nationwide.

    Download the Free Ebook about ways and tips to improve your health. You can get the ebook for free at www.LetHealthy.com

    Get the Free Clubhouse App, it is Drop In Social Audio. Think of it as your own talk radio show on your phone, and best of all it is free. Be sure to look for me and follow me, that’s John J Wiley or @letradioshow  you can do all that here.

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    Cancer Caused by His Volunteer Work at a New York Attack: A 9/11 Volunteer's Fight Against Lung Cancer, Trauma, and Finding Hope.

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  • Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

    He Was Wrongfully Accused of One of the Worst Crimes

    17/06/2026 | 40 min
    He Was Wrongfully Accused of One of the Worst Crimes. A Father's Nightmare: False Allegations, Jail Time, and a Lifetime of Consequences. Imagine being accused of one of society's most hated crimes, sexual assault against your own child, only to discover that proving your innocence may take years, cost hundreds of thousands of dollars, and permanently destroy your family. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #LawEnforcementTalk #Free #Podcast #Radio

    That nightmare became reality for Dean Tong. And he is a guest on our show talking about it. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms.

    Today, Tong is a nationally recognized forensic trial expert, author, and advocate for parents caught in high-conflict child custody disputes. But decades ago, he found himself at the center of a devastating accusation that changed his life forever. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin.

    His powerful story is featured on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and other major platforms.

    The Accusation That Changed Everything

    In 1985, during a bitter custody battle with his estranged wife, Tong was accused of sexually abusing his three-year-old daughter.

    "The accusation alone was enough to destroy my life," Tong explains.

    Authorities arrested him and charged him with capital sexual battery. He was immediately prohibited from seeing his children and was incarcerated for two weeks without bail.

    Although he was eventually granted bail, the damage had already begun. He Was Wrongfully Accused of One of the Worst Crimes. The episode is available across major platforms including their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, with highlights shared across their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles.

    For the next 14 months, Tong lived under the weight of allegations that carried the potential for life-altering consequences.

    Then something remarkable happened.

    The criminal charges were dropped.

    No prosecution followed.

    No conviction occurred.

    Ultimately, authorities found there was insufficient evidence to support the allegations.

    Yet the nightmare was far from over.

    Cleared, But Not Free

    Many people assume that when charges are dropped, life returns to normal.

    Tong says nothing could be further from the truth.

    "Even after the charges were dropped, I spent years trying to clear my name," he recalls.

    Over the next decade, he fought through lawsuits, custody battles, expert evaluations, and court proceedings. He estimates spending more than $120,000 on eight attorneys and seven psychiatrists. Available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major Podcast networks.

    While he fought to rebuild his reputation, his children continued living with their mother.

    The emotional cost proved even greater.

    Today, Tong says he has no relationship with the daughter whose allegations sparked the case. That is by her choice. He Was Wrongfully Accused of One of the Worst Crimes.

    "That relationship was lost forever," he says.

    The Complex Reality of Child Abuse Allegations

    Tong is careful to emphasize that child abuse and sexual assault are very real crimes that deserve serious investigation and prosecution.

    At the same time, he believes the legal system must recognize the existence of false allegations and flawed investigative practices. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms.

    Research over several decades has shown that false allegations do occur, particularly in contentious divorce and child custody disputes.

    Studies conducted between the late 1980s and mid-1990s found varying rates of false allegations, with estimates ranging from approximately 6% to 35%, depending on how researchers defined and measured false reports.

    Experts have noted that most allegations determined to be false did not originate with children themselves but were often introduced by adults involved in family conflicts.

    "Young children can be highly impressionable," Tong explains. "The way questions are asked can influence responses."

    He points to court findings and research that highlight concerns about suggestive interviewing techniques, particularly when very young children are involved.

    When Investigations Go Wrong

    One of the most controversial aspects of Tong's experience involves what psychologists call confirmation bias.

    Once investigators become convinced that abuse occurred, they may unintentionally focus on evidence that supports their belief while overlooking information that points in another direction. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast continues bringing listeners real conversations from the front lines of crime, policing, trauma, survival, and healing.

    Tong believes this phenomenon played a major role in his case.

    "Sometimes the accusation becomes the evidence," he says.

    He argues that objective forensic interviewing and evidence-based investigations are essential safeguards for both children and accused individuals.

    Turning Personal Tragedy Into Professional Purpose

    Rather than allowing the experience to define him, Tong transformed it into a lifelong mission.

    He earned a Master of Science degree in Psychology and the Law, specializing in child forensic studies.

    Over the past three decades, he has become a nationally certified child forensic interviewer, forensic consultant, and expert witness.

    Tong has testified more than 65 times in courts across 19 states and has been recognized as an expert witness in criminal, family, juvenile, and administrative proceedings. He Was Wrongfully Accused of One of the Worst Crimes. The complete interview is available as a Free Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and major podcast platforms.

    His work has helped parents facing allegations navigate some of the most challenging legal battles imaginable.

    He is also the author of three books, including Elusive Innocence: Survival Guide for the Falsely Accused.

    "Nobody should have to go through what I experienced," Tong says.

    National Media Recognition

    Tong's expertise has drawn attention from major national media outlets over the years.

    His work and commentary have appeared in:

    ABC Prime Time Live

    Dateline

    CNN

    Nancy Grace

    Court TV

    CBS 48 Hours

    Dr. Phil

    The Washington Post

    Rolling Stone

    Christian Science Monitor

    Today, he continues assisting families across the country and providing guidance through social media platforms, including Facebook.

    A Story That Raises Difficult Questions

    The discussion surrounding child abuse allegations is often emotionally charged, and understandably so.

    Protecting children remains the highest priority.

    Yet Tong's story raises important questions about due process, investigative practices, forensic interviewing, and the long-term consequences of allegations that are later determined to be unsupported. He Was Wrongfully Accused of One of the Worst Crimes. Listeners can hear the complete interview on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major Podcast, Radio, News, and Media platforms.

    His experience serves as a reminder that every allegation deserves a thorough, professional, and evidence-based investigation.

    As Tong continues to advocate for fairness within the legal system, he remains committed to helping others avoid the devastating consequences he endured.

    "Truth matters," he says. "And every person deserves the opportunity to be heard."

    Listen to the Full Interview

    Dean Tong shares his extraordinary journey, discusses false allegations, child custody battles, forensic interviewing, and the lasting impact of being wrongfully accused on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast.

    The podcast is available on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and other major podcast platforms.

    His story is difficult to hear, impossible to forget, and certain to spark important conversations about justice, family courts, and the pursuit of truth.

    Be sure to check out our website .

    Listen to the full story on the Free Podcast, available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more.

    Be sure to follow us on X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news.

    Learn and get access to money saving tips and how to increase your net worth at www.LetSavings.com

    Listen to this powerful #Free Podcast episode featuring Marci Hopkins on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major Podcast platforms nationwide.

    Download the Free Ebook about ways and tips to improve your health. You can get the ebook for free at www.LetHealthy.com

    Get the Free Clubhouse App, it is Drop In Social Audio. Think of it as your own talk radio show on your phone, and best of all it is free. Be sure to look for me and follow me, that’s John J Wiley or @letradioshow  you can do all that here.

    The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms.

    You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website .

    Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo.

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  • Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

    She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea

    14/06/2026 | 40 min
    She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie. How One Woman Turned Trauma, Survival, and Heartbreak Into a Story of Reinvention. Life rarely follows the script people imagine. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms.

    For Angela Harger Thompson is our guest. What began as a promising life in Southern California became a journey marked by trauma, survival, adventure, heartbreak, and ultimately transformation. Her story now reaches audiences through a book, a documentary movie, social media, and appearances on Podcast and Radio platforms across the country. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #LawEnforcementTalk #Free #Podcast #Radio

    Today, Angela speaks openly about a devastating sexual assault that altered the course of her life and the extraordinary experiences that followed. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin.

    Her story is one of resilience, truth-telling, and finding purpose after unimaginable pain.

    She Was Raped in Hollywood

    Before the sailboat adventures, before the documentary film, and before writing her memoir, Angela endured a traumatic experience that would leave lasting emotional scars.

    She says she was drugged and sexually assaulted by someone she knew. The show is inspiring audiences through the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, iHeartradio and and many Podcast platforms.

    Like millions of women across America, Angela found herself confronting the painful reality of sexual violence.

    According to national studies, millions of women in the United States have experienced sexual assault while intoxicated, drugged, or otherwise incapacitated. In many cases, perpetrators use alcohol or drugs to make victims vulnerable, confused, unable to resist, or unable to remember what happened. She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie.

    "The hardest part wasn't just surviving it," Angela has explained. "It was learning how to live afterward."

    The emotional impact followed her for years.

    The betrayal, loss of trust, and trauma shaped many of the decisions that came next in her life.

    An Invitation That Changed Everything

    As she struggled to rebuild, a friend offered what seemed like an incredible opportunity. The episode is available across major platforms including their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, with highlights shared across their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles.

    A sailboat voyage across the Pacific Ocean.

    It sounded like adventure.

    It sounded like freedom.

    It sounded like a chance to start over.

    Angela accepted.

    What she couldn't know was that the journey would soon become one of the most challenging experiences of her life. She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie. Available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major Podcast networks.

    The Sailboat Trials at Sea

    In March 2020, Angela boarded a sailboat in Panama alongside five crew members and one beloved sea dog.

    The plan was simple: cross the Pacific Ocean and explore some of the world's most beautiful destinations.

    Then the world changed.

    Just one week into the voyage, news arrived through satellite communications.

    COVID-19 had become a global pandemic.

    Borders were closing.

    Governments were implementing restrictions.

    Ports were refusing entry.

    Entire nations were shutting down.

    Suddenly, the crew found themselves isolated in the middle of the Pacific Ocean with no clear destination and no certainty about what awaited them. She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms.

    "It felt like the world disappeared overnight," Angela recalled.

    As the pandemic spread, tensions aboard the vessel increased.

    Relationships became strained.

    What had begun as a dream adventure gradually evolved into a test of endurance, trust, and survival.

    The relationship with her sailing companion deteriorated, creating additional emotional challenges while trapped thousands of miles from shore.

    The experience would later become the foundation for a documentary film.

    The Movie: Quarantine at Sea

    Angela eventually transformed her extraordinary experience into a documentary movie titled Quarantine at Sea. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast continues bringing listeners real conversations from the front lines of crime, policing, trauma, survival, and healing.

    The film follows the crew's journey as they navigate the uncertainty of a world suddenly consumed by fear and restrictions.

    Facing closed borders, changing government regulations, and limited options for safe harbor, the sailors were forced to make difficult decisions while isolated at sea. She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie.

    The documentary resonated with audiences because it captured something universal.

    Everyone remembers where they were when the world shut down.

    Very few experienced it from the middle of the Pacific Ocean.

    "People think it's a sailing story," Angela said. "But it's really a story about uncertainty, resilience, and what happens when everything you thought was stable suddenly disappears." The complete interview is available as a Free Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and major podcast platforms.

    The Book: Worst Tits Ever

    Angela's story didn't end with the documentary.

    She expanded her experiences into a deeply personal memoir titled Worst Tits Ever.

    Released in 2026, the book chronicles her journey through trauma, heartbreak, faith, survival, loss, and personal reinvention.

    The memoir explores not only her experience stranded at sea during COVID-19 but also the emotional battles that shaped her long before stepping aboard the sailboat.

    Blending humor with vulnerability, the book offers readers an unfiltered look at how one woman confronted adversity and found strength in unexpected places. She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie.

    "It isn't just about survival," she explained. "It's about learning who you are when everything familiar is stripped away."

    Hear her story on:

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    The memoir is available in print, digital, and audiobook formats.

    Helping Others Tell Their Stories

    Following the success of her documentary and memoir, Angela discovered a new mission.

    Helping others tell their own stories.

    Through her Storytell Initiative Course, she teaches aspiring writers, speakers, and creators how to transform personal experiences into meaningful artistic works.

    Whether through books, documentaries, films, speaking engagements, or digital content, her goal is to help people find their voice. Listeners can hear the complete interview on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major Podcast, Radio, News, and Media platforms.

    "Everyone has a story," she says. "Many people just need help discovering how to tell it."

    Her work focuses on authenticity, healing, and connection.

    She believes stories have the power to change lives.

    Her own journey serves as proof.

    Life After Trauma

    Today, Angela lives in Southern California with her husband.

    She enjoys acting, studying improv, rollerblading, hiking, and exploring the California coast.

    Her life looks very different from the one she imagined years ago.

    Yet every chapter, including the painful ones, helped shape the person she became.

    From surviving sexual assault to navigating the uncertainty of the pandemic at sea, Angela's story demonstrates the remarkable resilience of the human spirit. She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie.

    It is a story that continues to inspire audiences through Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and other Podcast and social media platforms.

    Through her book, her movie, and her public speaking, she reminds others that even the most painful experiences do not have to define the future.

    Sometimes the most powerful stories emerge from the darkest storms.

    And sometimes surviving the storm becomes the story itself.

    Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo.

    Be sure to check out our website .

    Listen to the full story on the Free Podcast, available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more.

    Be sure to follow us on X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news.

    Learn and get access to money saving tips and how to increase your net worth at www.LetSavings.com

    Listen to this powerful #Free Podcast episode featuring Marci Hopkins on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major Podcast platforms nationwide.

    Download the Free Ebook about ways and tips to improve your health. You can get the ebook for free at www.LetHealthy.com

    Get the Free Clubhouse App, it is Drop In Social Audio. Think of it as your own talk radio show on your phone, and best of all it is free. Be sure to look for me and follow me, that’s John J Wiley or @letradioshow  you can do all that here.

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    You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website .

    She Was Raped in Hollywood. Then Sailboat Trials at Sea, the Book, and the Movie.

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    Angela Harger Productions

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    Office On Women's Health

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  • Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

    When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse.

    10/06/2026 | 39 min
    When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle. From Childhood Abuse to Adult Freedom: Nathaniel Allenby's Extraordinary Journey. When people think about childhood abuse, they often imagine abusive parents or neglectful caregivers. What many don't realize is that one of the most common forms of family violence comes from an unexpected source: a sibling. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. #Free #Podcast #Radio

    For Nathaniel Allenby, the abuse began at home and followed him throughout much of his life. What started as mental, physical, and emotional abuse from a sibling eventually spilled over into his experiences at school and continued to impact him well into adulthood. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms.

    Today, Allenby is an author, entrepreneur, adventurer, and entertainer. But his journey to becoming an independent and free adult was anything but easy. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin.

    On a recent episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, Allenby shared his remarkable story of survival, healing, and personal transformation. When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle.

    The Hidden Reality of Sibling Abuse

    "Sibling abuse completely changed my life," Allenby explained.

    Many families dismiss aggressive behavior between brothers and sisters as normal childhood rivalry. However, experts increasingly recognize that sibling abuse is a serious issue that can have lifelong consequences. The show is inspiring audiences through the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, iHeartradio and and many Podcast platforms.

    Research suggests sibling abuse is one of the most common forms of family violence in the United States, affecting millions of children every year. Unlike ordinary disagreements, abuse involves a significant imbalance of power and repeated harmful behavior.

    Examples include:

    Physical violence such as hitting, kicking, or punching

    Psychological abuse including intimidation, humiliation, and threats

    Sexual coercion or unwanted sexual behavior

    Emotional manipulation designed to control another sibling

    Unfortunately, many victims suffer in silence because family members often view the behavior as simply "kids being kids."

    How Childhood Trauma Carries Into Adult Life

    The effects of sibling abuse rarely disappear when childhood ends. When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle.

    For Allenby, the emotional wounds followed him into school and eventually into adulthood. The episode is available across major platforms including their website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, with highlights shared across their Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn profiles.

    Mental health professionals have found strong links between childhood abuse and adult struggles with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, complex trauma, and relationship difficulties.

    "Growing up in abuse affects how you see yourself and how you see the world," Allenby said.

    Like many survivors, he found himself carrying emotional scars that shaped his decisions, confidence, and ability to trust others.

    Yet his story was far from over.

    Mugged in London at Age 22

    At twenty-two years old, Allenby found himself facing another traumatic experience.

    While traveling in London, he was mugged and left in shock.

    For many people, such an event would reinforce fears and distrust already created by years of abuse.

    Instead, it became one more chapter in a larger story of resilience.

    Rather than allowing trauma to define him, Allenby began searching for a different path forward. Available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and most major Podcast networks. When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle.

    A Bicycle, a Friend, and a Life-Changing Opportunity

    Sometimes life changes because one person believes in you.

    Allenby's turning point came when his close friend Dan made an unusual offer.

    He offered Allenby a one-way ticket to Europe and promised him a bicycle upon arrival.

    What followed became the foundation for a journey that would transform his life.

    Together, the two friends traveled thousands of miles across Europe, often with little money, uncertain where they would sleep or find their next meal.

    "It wasn't just a trip," Allenby explained. "It became a journey of self-discovery."

    The Cycle of Kindness

    Those experiences eventually inspired Allenby's acclaimed book, The Cycle of Kindness.

    The book chronicles a ten-month adventure that covered approximately 7,500 miles through Europe, including Germany, the Pyrenees Mountains, and numerous remote locations. The Podcast is available for free on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartradio and most major podcast platforms. When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle.

    Along the way, Allenby encountered incredible generosity from strangers.

    His story includes:

    Being robbed in London

    Dumpster diving for survival

    Sneaking into castles

    Participating in climate activism

    Enduring freezing temperatures while cycling across mountains

    Living off the grid and outside traditional consumer culture

    What began as an adventure became something much deeper.

    "The journey restored my faith in humanity," Allenby said.

    Using journal entries from the expedition, the book offers an intimate look at overcoming adversity while discovering kindness in unexpected places. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast continues bringing listeners real conversations from the front lines of crime, policing, trauma, survival, and healing.

    Breaking the Cycle

    The title The Cycle of Kindness carries special meaning.

    For someone who grew up surrounded by abuse, Allenby discovered that cycles do not have to continue forever. When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle.

    The cycle of violence, fear, and trauma can be broken.

    It can be replaced by compassion, resilience, and growth.

    His experiences demonstrate that even people who have endured significant childhood trauma can create fulfilling and meaningful adult lives.

    The bicycle journey became the beginning of something much larger.

    Over the next six years, Allenby would pedal more than 28,000 miles through ten countries and thirty states, continuing his quest for adventure, personal growth, and connection.

    More Than a Survivor

    Today, Nathaniel Allenby is known for much more than his past struggles.

    He is an entrepreneur, performer, adventurer, and one of the driving forces behind Cirque Quirk, a San Diego-based entertainment and adventure company. The complete interview is available as a Free Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, and major podcast platforms. When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle.

    His story serves as a powerful reminder that trauma does not have to determine a person's future.

    While abuse may shape part of someone's story, it does not have to define the ending.

    Listen to the Full Podcast Episode

    Nathaniel Allenby's incredible journey from childhood abuse to international adventure is featured on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast.

    Hear his story on:

    Apple Podcasts

    Spotify

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    This powerful Podcast episode explores sibling abuse, childhood trauma, mental health, personal growth, resilience, and the extraordinary lessons learned during a life-changing journey around the world.

    For anyone seeking hope, inspiration, or a better understanding of how childhood experiences shape adult life, Allenby's story offers a powerful message:

    "The cycle can be broken. Healing is possible. And sometimes the greatest adventures begin when everything seems lost." Listeners can hear the complete interview on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and other major Podcast, Radio, News, and Media platforms. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn ,

    You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website .

    Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo.

    Be sure to check out our website .

    Listen to the full story on the Free Podcast, available on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast Website, on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more.

    Be sure to follow us on X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news.

    Learn and get access to money saving tips and how to increase your net worth at www.LetSavings.com

    Listen to this powerful #Free Podcast episode featuring Marci Hopkins on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and major Podcast platforms nationwide.

    Download the Free Ebook about ways and tips to improve your health. You can get the ebook for free at www.LetHealthy.com

    Medium and other social media platforms.

    Get the Free Clubhouse App, it is Drop In Social Audio. Think of it as your own talk radio show on your phone, and best of all it is free. Be sure to look for me and follow me, that’s John J Wiley or @letradioshow  you can do all that here.

    When a Sibling Is the Problem: Growing Up in Abuse, Surviving Trauma, and Breaking the Cycle.

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    Amazon

    The Cycle of Kindness

    Cirque Quirk

    Facebook

    Facebook Group

     

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True Crime with a twist. By and from those that have been there. Crime stories from those that investigated crimes and caught criminals. Also victims of crimes tell about their experience. Plus trauma stories, by those that have been through it. Often crime based, but not always, people talk about the trauma, how it impacted them and how they built their lives after. Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories Radio Show and It is a True Crime Show, a Law Enforcement Officer Show and a Human Interest show all in one. Get a glimpse of life behind the badge, investigations of true crimes, violence they encounter and experience. Law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, victims of crime and their families tell their stories of the trauma they experienced mostly regarding True Crime incidents. They also talk about how they built their new lives they wanted afterwards. While many people think the show is about Law Enforcement Training, or Law Enforcement specific topis, it is not, think of True Crime Podcasts with a twist. The Law Enforcement Talk Show goes to radio first. Therefore it is required that I use a clock for the length of segments. You've probably seen on television news interviews that they have a hard break. It's the same with radio. The stations have to be able to program in their commercials, news, weather, traffic reports etc. These are called avails, they are NOT Optional. Every guest knows about and is informed of the length of the segments and that I will interrupt them if needed to go to the break. The interviews are recorded and the guests know that the segments must be in a certain length and it is required and they get to tell their stories to millions of people for free. The bi-weekly podcast version of the syndicated Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, with numerous affiliate US Radio Stations, broadcasting once a week to millions of people.  The show host,  John "Jay" Wiley, is a radio DJ and Retired Baltimore Police Sergeant. The show started as a podcast, before being recruited by terrestrial AM-FM radio stations and has been in continuous operation since March of 2017. You can reach him at jay@letradio.com. Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer, get more information about them and their music on their website. You can follow us and connect on social media, if you are in the Clubhouse Drop In Audio App make sure you follow our club LET Radio and Podcast. You can also find and follow the host of the show John J Wiley on the Clubhouse Drop In Audio Chat program. Be sure to check out our website. Like and follow our facebook page. Our Twitter account. Also on Instagram.
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