Nov 20, 2025
On this episode of the LEO First Podcast, Chief Michael Persley of the Albany Police Department shares lessons from decades in law enforcement. He discusses leading through pressure, building community trust, developing future-ready officers, and how intentional leadership shapes safer, stronger cities. A powerful...
Nov 6, 2025
In this episode of the LEO First Podcast, I sit down with the wives of law enforcement chiefs from North Dakota. We talk about resilience, leadership, and the unseen challenges faced by families who serve behind the badge. Their perspectives are powerful, honest, and a reminder of the courage it takes, not just to...
Apr 29, 2025
On this episode of The LEO First Podcast, host Michael Laidler talks with Bill Fraass, retired Acting Chief of Police and CEO of Code 33 Consulting.
Bill shares his 27-year journey from a 19-year-old reserve officer to leading the Sausalito Police Department. He reflects on his experiences in patrol, investigations, and...
Apr 27, 2025
On this episode of The LEO First Podcast, Michael Laidler sits down with Lee Wolahan, a 24-year veteran of Victoria Police and a specialist in crisis negotiation. Lee spent the last 14 years working within the Critical Incident Response Team, where he mastered the art of communication under pressure.
Today, Lee shares...
Apr 1, 2025
On this episode of The LEO First Podcast, host Michael Laidler speaks with Jason Armstrong, retired Apex Police Chief and national expert in community trust and organizational reform.
Chief Armstrong shares his journey from leading transformative changes in Ferguson, Missouri, to authoring his #1 best-selling book, I'm...