Episodios

  • 183: HONOR: Your Own Rules

    183: HONOR: Your Own Rules
    Apr 15 2025

    Mike & Jim discuss what honor means in the tactical jobs. Is honesty the best policy? What if other people on your team are lying, cheating, or stealing? Does honor still matter in today’s world? Is it okay to cheat on your girlfriend or your workout?

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    1 h y 10 m
  • 182: Catching Up After a Busy Week

    182: Catching Up After a Busy Week
    Apr 1 2025


    Mike tells us about recent lessons from training, and Jim tells us about arguments he had on the neighborhood facebook page about CHEMTRAILS and whether birds are real.

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    1 h y 18 m
  • 181: Times Jim Has Called 911

    181: Times Jim Has Called 911
    Mar 15 2025

    Jim tells Mike about some of the emergencies he has faced on the ground. We discuss when to call 911, what to tell them, and what first aid Jim applied as well as whether he got sued for helping someone. Did he thwart a murder plot in a hot air balloon? What exactly is degloving? Tune in and find out.

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    1 h y 18 m
  • 180: Balance: Pace Yourself, it's a Marathon, not a Sprint

    180: Balance: Pace Yourself, it's a Marathon, not a Sprint
    Mar 1 2025

    The boys talk us through how to achieve work-life balance in full-commitment jobs like aviation, law enforcement, emergency medical services, and other critical roles.

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    55 m
  • 179: The Boogeyman of Coeur d'Alene – The Crimes of Joseph Duncan

    179: The Boogeyman of Coeur d'Alene – The Crimes of Joseph Duncan
    Feb 15 2025

    We delve into the horrifying crimes of a convicted serial predator whose reign of terror culminated in the brutal murders of the Groene family in 2005. We’ll explore Duncan’s dark past and the stalking and execution-style killings that led to the abduction of Shasta and Dylan Groene. We talk about managing our consumption of evil things in the world, the impact that has on our parenting, and we unravel how media efforts helped bring one of the most dangerous offenders in U.S. history to justice.

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    Title: "Understanding the Use of Force: Rules, Reasonableness, and Critical Thinking" Summary: In this thought-provoking episode, Mike and Jim dive deep into the complexities of use-of-force decision-making, particularly as it applies to law enforcement. They explore the rules, policies, and legal frameworks governing police actions, including key court cases like Graham v. Connor and Tennessee v. Garner. With a focus on understanding the concept of “reasonableness,” they unpack how these principles apply not just to officers, but also to civilians and military personnel navigating related situations. Through this discussion, Mike and Jim examine the challenges of balancing split-second decisions with the need for critical thinking, training, and adherence to policy. They touch on how models like the Critical Decision-Making Model (CDM) and Integrated Communications, Assessment, and Tactics (ICAT) are shaping modern law enforcement training, while also addressing the limits of these frameworks. This episode encourages professionals and everyday listeners alike to critically evaluate their understanding of use-of-force dynamics. From self-defense considerations to understanding the role of government and the judiciary in defining boundaries, Mike and Jim aim to elevate the conversation while emphasizing the importance of informed discussion and reflection.
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    1 h y 16 m
  • 178: “Be Curious, Not Judgmental.” How to Deal with a Big Ego

    178: “Be Curious, Not Judgmental.” How to Deal with a Big Ego
    Feb 1 2025

    Cops, military folks, pilots, medical professionals have some things in common. One of the BIG commonalities is a collection of BIG egos. Mike & Jim will walk us through how to navigate those egos to create a tactical advantage in a high performing team.

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    1 h y 24 m
  • 177: Bad Advice

    177: Bad Advice
    Jan 15 2025

    Should your sister carry wasp or bear spray if she feels threatened by a human? Should you trust that dude behind the gun counter at your local gun shop because he's got a sweet beard? Mike and Jim explore your options and how to sort good advice from bad advice.

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    1 h y 43 m
  • 176: Read the Room - Who is Leading You?

    176: Read the Room - Who is Leading You?
    Jan 1 2025

    Most leadership and management training has a top-down approach, but real human interaction involves influence in all directions - especially during a negotiation or confrontation. Mike and Jim discuss how to recognize when the other party is trying to influence or manipulate you, and how to lead your way through a tense situation. This is the essence of de-escalation and conflict management.

    Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman - https://amzn.to/4gLj8Na

    Goleman’s 5 Elements of EQ - https://www.accipio.com/eleadership/personal-effectiveness/golemans-5-elements-of-eq/

    Find us on social media (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/YouTube) @TacTangents. You can join the conversation in our Facebook Discussion Group.
    Find all of our episodes, articles, some reading list ideas, and more on our website www.tacticaltangents.com

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    Intro music credit Bensound.com

    Photo credit: DVIDS
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    52 m
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