
Shots Fired Podcast
We are a law enforcement-based podcast for everyone. Our goal is simple: to keep first responders safe and to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community. We do this through conversations, in-depth discussions, critical thinking, sharing our experiences and interviewing other members of law enforcement and the community.Follow our Instagram page @shotsfiredpodcastofficial and check out our website www.shotsfiredpodcast.org for merchandise!
Latest episodes

Jun 4, 2022 • 56min
Episode 31: Uvalde School Shooting. WHY Do These Continue To Happen?
The guys discuss a variety of topics on why these school shootings continue to occur. Lack of parenting, social media, mental health and school security are just a few reasons why. Hear what changes they think need to be made to help mitigate these tragic events. ----------Follow Kyle, Billy and Mark on Instagram:@kyle_shoberg@billyshotsfiredpodcast@mark.sfp---------Our SponsorsTACops - wwww.swatconference.orgInstagram: @tactical_conferenceFacebook: TACops

May 12, 2022 • 1h 24min
Episode 29: We Answer Questions From The Listeners
The guys answer questions from the listeners. Please help donate for the below Go Fund Me accounts for officers recently injured in the line of duty.----------Follow Kyle, Billy and Mark on Instagram:@kyle_shoberg@billyshotsfiredpodcast@mark.sfp---------Our SponsorsTACops - wwww.swatconference.orgInstagram: @tactical_conferenceFacebook: TACops----------Mike Trotter Go Fund Me:https://gofund.me/1aac2104---------Jesse Ponce Go Fund me:https://gofund.me/9fb36e06

Apr 21, 2022 • 1h 13min
Episode 28: Should Police Respond To Mental Health Related Calls? What's The Liability If You Don't? Scott Savage Explains.
In this episode, Kyle answers some listener questions on advice for testing to become a K9 handler. They then dive into the topic of, should cops be responding to mental health crisis calls, and when should they disengage from them. They phone, Scott Savage, owner of Savage Training Group who teaches, the "Non-Criminal Barricade". Scott discusses the legalities of when officers should walk away from such calls, and what liabilities do departments have when dealing with mental health rel...

Apr 14, 2022 • 1h 26min
Episode 27: Real Cops VS Hollywood Movies and Your Typical "Bro" Cop || Our Thoughts ||
The guys invite their friend, Rich Hartman on the show, a retired police officer with 25 years on the job to discuss the topic of being a cop in real life, compared to cops in the Hollywood movies. They discuss why Hollywood does such a poor job of portraying the job of police officers and the modern day "bro" cop who thinks they are a movie actor and make poor decisions which could impact their life and career. The true do's and don'ts of being a cop. ----------Follow Kyle, Billy and Ma...

Apr 7, 2022 • 1h 10min
Episode 26: Bad Police Reports and Being Embarrassed In Court! Three Cops Share Their Stories.
The guys have fun bantering and giving each other a hard time in this episode. They get down to business and talk about why report writing is so important, and how bad police reports can come back and haunt you years later. They also share their embarrassing moments in court and valuable lessons learned from it. ----------Follow Kyle, Billy and Mark on Instagram:@kyle_shoberg@billyshotsfiredpodcast@mark.sfp---------Our SponsorsTACops - wwww.swatconference.orgInstagram: @tactical_co...

Mar 31, 2022 • 1h 13min
Episode 25: Why Police Officers Should Train Jiu Jitsu And How It Can Save Your Life
The guys bring in a former full time SWAT Officer who helped create California's first POST certified Jiu Jitsu training course. Their guest, Patrick, dives deep into why training Jiu Jitsu is so important for law enforcement officers and how it can save their life in a potential violent physical encounter. This episode is a real eye opener into the dangerous job police officers face everyday and how they can better equip themselves to help mitigate being in a lethal encounter. ---------...

Mar 24, 2022 • 1h 8min
Episode 24: Should Jiu Jitsu be mandatory for police officers? We phoned a friend for his insight!
The guys answer some questions from the listeners. They phone a friend, Rich Hartman, to help answer "should Jiu Jitsu be mandatory for cops". The second half of the show is sure to make you laugh so do NOT miss it. Head over to YouTube, drop a comment and have a chance to win a FREE Shots Fired Podcast koozie! Lets hit the 100 thumbs up challenge!----------Follow Kyle, Billy and Mark on Instagram:@kyle_shoberg@billyshotsfiredpodcast@mark.sfp---------Our SponsorsTACops - wwww.swatconfer...

Mar 17, 2022 • 1h
Episode 23: Not Getting Caught In Tunnel Vision
The guys discuss their time off for the last two weeks, Kyle's trip to New York and going to Ground Zero. They also talk about a viral video of police officers missing a suspect hiding right next to them after running from a vehicle after a car chase. Never a dull moment with the guys from the Shots Fired Podcast.---------Follow Kyle, Billy and Mark on Instagram:@kyle_shoberg@billyshotsfiredpodcast@mark.sfp---------Our SponsorsTACops - wwww.swatconference.orgInstagram: @tactical_conferencegir...

Mar 3, 2022 • 1h 43min
Episode 22: Hilarious And Wild Stories From A Retired Police Chief
The guys have Billy's dad, Bill come on the show who has 30+ years of law enforcement experience. Bill started as a Community Service Officer at the Sacramento Police Department, where he worked his way through the ranks to become the Chief for the California Lottery. Bill shares hilarious stories from "back in his day" and discusses where we are today in law enforcement. ----------Check out TacOps at www.swatconference.org for all upcoming conferences in 2022. You can follow their insta...

Feb 24, 2022 • 1h 39min
Episode 21: Perimeters, K9's, Cop Turned Serial Killer and Much More!
The guys have a special guest sit in with them who helps them answer questions from listeners on various topics to include, perimeters, K9's, line of duty deaths, oral boards and so much more! They discuss how the infamous ex-cop / "Gold State Killer", was captured in the city they work in, where he had been living for decades. DON'T MISS THIS EPISODE!!----------Follow your hosts on Instagram:@kyle_shoberg@billyshotsfiredpodcast@mark.sfp