Cleared Hot Episode 405 - Eric Tansey - Police Officer and Author of Pig Latin
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Sep 1, 2025 Eric Tansey, a former Army scout and Special Operations vet, shares his wild transition to policing. He recounts chaotic first days, from tackling naked suspects to pepper-spraying himself. Tansey highlights the intense psychological demands of law enforcement and the importance of camaraderie and mentorship. His book, Pig Latin, aims to foster understanding and empathy for officers while revealing the unique challenges they face. He also touches on adrenaline-fueled encounters and the complexities of personal struggles in a demanding career.
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Seventh Grade Rebellion
- Eric recounts being placed in a special education class in seventh grade and resisting Ritalin by regurgitating it.
- That episode sparked a rebellious streak that shaped his school performance and identity for years.
Joining For Combat, Not Career
- Eric describes joining the National Guard impulsively after hearing news of war and asking recruiters how fast he could get to combat.
- He took a four-year enlistment, trained, then deployed quickly to Afghanistan and found the adrenaline and pressure addictive.
Leadership Is A Practice
- Selection exposed Eric's strengths as a hard worker and weaknesses as an emerging leader, teaching him leadership must be practiced.
- He learned being a great follower doesn't substitute for learning to lead under pressure.
