The TTPOA Podcast

Sean Coldiron, served 15 years of his 21 years with the United States Border Patrol as a key leader with the full-time tactical team (BORTAC) in Tucson, Arizona.  Sean served the latter years of his service with BORTAC as the Deputy Commander.  Prior to the U.S. Border Patrol, Sean is a veteran of 2nd Bn / 75th Ranger Regiment.https://www.ironclad-cs.com

On this episode we sit down with Ben Stoeger and discuss shooting and life.  Practical Shooting is still his life. He travels, trains, competes, teaches and improves both his own skills and his training methods. Things change fast in the competitive shooting scene and he like to stay on top of the changes in order to shoot his best and teach his students to be the best.In 2005 he discovered the sport of Practical Shooting. This sport instantly became an addiction for him. He started training like it was his full time job and he got proficient quickly. He used dry-fire as his primary source of training and was able to make USPSA GM almost right away after starting competition.By 2007 h started attending USPSA Nationals in an effort to learn how to shoot better and improve his skills. This is the most challenging event in USPSA to win and it took him years more of training to do so.H began teaching other people to shoot in 2008. This started as a side gig at first but eventually it became his only occupation. In a few short years he was a traveling shooter/instructor and had published many of my ideas into a book series.

https://www.triarcsystems.comOn this episode we sit down with the Chris Reeves from TriArc Systems.  With a fervent interest for American war and weapons history, Chris Reeves founded TRIARC in September of 2013. As a former paratrooper, unit 1/505PIR in the 82nd airborne division, Chris’ military service of 14 years included two one-year combat tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Chris was specifically trained and developed a strong talent for problem solving and working with mission specific equipment. Leadership skills were acquired during his deployments to Iraq as Chris was a squad leader and platoon sergeant in the 4th infantry division. Faced with battleground hardships, he had to ‘charlie mike’ (continue mission), many times when challenges seemed insurmountable.After being wounded overseas and receiving a Purple Heart, Chris retired from the military and remained in Texas to work in the firearms industry. He was finally able to converge all of his values to a specific task: fine tuning the modern AR weapon system. MANIFESTOA RIFLEMAN’S WORK GUN IS HIS CLOSEST COMPANION AND EXTENSION OF SELF— IT IS THE MAINSTAY OF PAST AND PRESENT WARS. AND THE GREAT MEN OF AMERICAN HISTORY REALIZED THAT IN WAR, THERE ARE NO RULES. ONE MUST GO INTO DEADLY GROUND WITH NO-HOLDS-BARRED IF HE WANTS TO COME OUT ALIVE. WHEN SEEMINGLY INSURMOUNTABLE FORCES STOOD IN THEIR WAY, THEY KNEW THERE WAS NO WHERE TO GO BUT FORWARD. TRIARC CONVERGES THESE TRADITIONS WITH EXTENSIVE TRIAL AND RESEARCH TO ARM USERS WITH FUNCTIONALLY INNOVATIVE WEAPON SYSTEMS. ULTIMATELY, TRIARC BUILDS TOOLS THAT EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO KEEP PUSHING FORWARD.

On this episode we sit down with The Former TTPOA President Graham Smith and totally embarrass him.  Graham as been a mentor, brother and leader to so many people throughout his long TTPOA career.  Thank you for everything you've done for us and we love you...Graham has been with the Irving Police Department since 1990. He worked in the Patrol Div, Gang Unit and in 2001 he transferred to the Tactical Unit/SWAT where he served full-time for 18 years.  He is currently assigned as an academy training coordinator and serves as a Team Leader on SWAT.He holds a BSCJ from Texas A&M Univ. Commerce, Master Peace Officer Certification. Completed TTPOA Basic and Advanced Swat Schools, FBI Basic SWAT School. Certified TTPOA Tactical Rifle Instructor, CRTC Urban Tactical Rifle Instructor, AR-15 & M-16 Colt Armorer, TTPOA Explosive Breacher, TCOLE Instructor and Firearms Instructor, Wall Banger Instructor, Ballistic Shield Instructor, Def-Tec :Less Lethal, Chemical Munitions, NFDD, O.C. Instructor.PS....  Don't Be a Ding Dong

On this episode we sit down with new TTPOA board member Jake Labhart.  Jake is a former Army Infantryman, who upon leaving the military founded In Extremis Performance where he worked with law enforcement special operations units at the federal, state, and local level. Over the last 5 years he has worked exclusively with law enforcement special operations units to build human performance programs to optimize performance, readiness, and longevity.  He began developing research backed physical fitness tests and shooting assessments for operational units, as well as training pipelines.Jake holds a Doctorate from Campbell University, and has continued to work with prior and active-duty military and law enforcement special operations units in an effort to deliver science and human performance in a way that enhances the end user’s combat effectiveness. He continues to work alongside some of the leading experts in the tactical industry, as well as human performance, to educate and maximize potential in the special operations community. Jake is currently on the Training Advisory Board for the TTPOA, and is initiating a human performance initiative across the state of Texas. Human performance subject matter experts with backgrounds in strength and conditioning, physical therapy, recovery, and diet are being brought in to teach specific to the job function of a LE special operations officer. Please check out the links below for more information on the courses, the sponsors, and contact Jake for any other questions. Event: https://www.ttpoa.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1621074&group=  Sponsored by: HoistWebsite: https://drinkhoist.com/10% off: TTPOA10Instagram: @drinkhoistJake Labhart: Email: Jake.ttpoa@gmail.comInstagram: @inextperformance

In this discussion, Matt Smith, a seasoned SWAT officer with over 17 years of experience at the Dallas Police Department, dives into the heated debate surrounding no-knock and knock-and-announce warrants. He shares insights on the importance of rigorous training and adaptability for law enforcement in high-stakes situations. The conversation navigates the complexities of tactical decision-making, the balance of community safety with operational necessity, and the evolving nature of tactics in law enforcement, all while advocating for improved training standards and accountability.

In this episode we sit down with husband and wife team Chase and Heather Twedell of F1RST (First Responder Stress and Trauma) and Nate from the Sports Academy at The Star.https://www.htwedell.orghttps://thestar.sportsacademy.usDr. Heather Twedell received her doctorate in forensic psychology from Alliant University in 2011.  She is a licensed psychologist in the states of Texas and California.  Dr. Twedell's work with first responders, along with her family ties to law enforcement, gives her a strong appreciation and understanding of the culture and stressors specific to first responders.Nate is one of the co-founding partners of Sports Academy and directs the elite performance programs in the facility. Nate also directly works with Sports Academy’s actor & entertainer program to develop role transformations and facilitates on sight training. Groups such as Netflix and Warner Bros. have contracted Nate as an onsite trainer. Nate also oversees and Sports Academy Tennis performance program. Nate became the head performance coach for Maria Sharapova in 2019.

On this episode we sit down with current LE / SWAT Wives and discuss the realities of being married to an LEO.

We sit down with Scott Jedlinski of Modern Samurai Project and some guy named Russ.  Scott Jedlinski is a lifelong martial artist (TKD, Muay Thai, BJJ). He has received hundreds of hours of training from people considered to be the best in the industry ranging from tactical/self-defense to competition.​Scott is a Master class shooter in USPSA and is the 16th recipient of the F.A.S.T Drill (#15) coin along with being a four stripe BJJ Purple Belt under Charles Gomes of Gracie Barra.Russ is from Ohio....LOL. Russ is an assistant instructor with Jedi and part of the Ohio Tactical Officers Association...  Russ you know we love ya..!!!

We talk with the new TTPOA President and the Vendor Coordinator to discuss the 2022 TTPOA SWAT Conference.  The conference this year will be held at the Kalahari Resort in Round Rock..  Guys check out TTPOA.org for more updates to come...!!!https://www.ttpoa.orghttps://www.kalahariresorts.com/texas/