In Episode 968 of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno talks with Mike Giallombardo, a former military member turned entrepreneur with experience in politics and law enforcement. Mike discusses his unique journey, from his transition out of the military to his involvement in politics and his work in law enforcement. They dive into the challenges facing officers today, particularly in Florida, and highlight the crucial role of training in building effective police agencies. Tune in for valuable insights on the evolving landscape of policing and why proper training matters now more than ever.
Timestamps:
00:00:00:00 - 00:00:44:14
Teaser
00:00:44:14 - 00:02:10:14
Intro
00:02:10:14 - 00:08:03:02
Mike’s background
00:08:03:02 - 00:11:28:22
Mike’s entrepreneurial journey
00:11:28:22 - 00:13:31:05
Pursuing the entrepreneurial path post military
00:13:31:05 - 00:17:58:07
Mike’s political career & changes in law enforcement
00:17:58:07 - 00:28:33:24
The upsides and downsides of Florida
00:28:33:24 - 00:30:12:05
The painful qualities of most police agencies
00:30:12:05 - 00:45:58:19
The importance of training
00:45:58:19 - 00:52:00:06
How did Mike find out about Street Cop Training?
00:52:00:06 - 00:52:55:12
Outro
