Curveballs and Cone Courses

Chrome, Ceremony, and Command

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2056933/fan_mail/new]  Sit down with Assistant Chief Sliva as he takes you behind the scenes of the Grand Prairie Police Department's Motors Unit and Honor Guard.  #firstresponders #mentalhealth #policestories #firefighters #firstresponderpodcast #wellness #police #policepodcasts  #coplife #grandprairie #grandprairiepd #grandprairiepolice #thinblueline #firedepartment #investigations #honorguard #swat #fto #intern #jiujitsu #bjj #mindset #lpc #wellnessunit #wellness #emdr #counseling #therapy #therapist #mentalthealth #dps Check out our department and come join us! https://www.grandprairiepolice.org/Join-GPPD/Benefits Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iXLlroCbjAnjPAIT2zbEO   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gppd-podcast-grand-prairie-police-tx/id1647457129 Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGKcINWcNmiQWqoGebGbpug https://www.facebook.com/grandprairiepolice/

Curveballs and Cone Courses

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2056933/fan_mail/new] Former Texan Ranger baseball player, Kevin Mench, sits down with the GPPD podcast team to discuss the Spring Classic Motorcycle Rodeo and his days in the big leagues.  Upcoming Test Date: August 29, 2026  https://www.grandprairiepolice.org/Join-GPPD/Police-Officer-Application-and-Testing #firstresponders #mentalhealth #policestories #firefighters #firstresponderpodcast #wellness #police #policepodcasts  #coplife #grandprairie #grandprairiepd #grandprairiepolice #thinblueline #firedepartment #investigations #honorguard #swat #fto #intern #jiujitsu #bjj #mindset #lpc #wellnessunit #wellness #emdr #counseling #therapy #therapist #mentalthealth #dps Check out our department and come join us! https://www.grandprairiepolice.org/Join-GPPD/Benefits Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iXLlroCbjAnjPAIT2zbEO   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gppd-podcast-grand-prairie-police-tx/id1647457129 Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGKcINWcNmiQWqoGebGbpug https://www.facebook.com/grandprairiepolice/

A Legacy of Service

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2056933/fan_mail/new] Raised in Grand Prairie and grounded in a family that emphasized service, Justin and Jesse followed paths that ultimately led them back home. Now serving as supervisors with the Grand Prairie Police Department, they reflect on their upbringing, their careers, and what it means to serve the same community that helped shape who they are. Join the GPPD Podcast for a conversation about roots, responsibility, and service—offering a rare inside look at policing through the lens of family, history, leadership, and hometown pride.  #firstresponders #mentalhealth #policestories #firefighters #firstresponderpodcast #wellness #police #policepodcasts  #coplife #grandprairie #grandprairiepd #grandprairiepolice #thinblueline #firedepartment #investigations #honorguard #swat #fto #intern #jiujitsu #bjj #mindset #lpc #wellnessunit #wellness #emdr #counseling #therapy #therapist #mentalthealth #dps Check out our department and come join us! https://www.grandprairiepolice.org/Join-GPPD/Benefits Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iXLlroCbjAnjPAIT2zbEO   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gppd-podcast-grand-prairie-police-tx/id1647457129 Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGKcINWcNmiQWqoGebGbpug https://www.facebook.com/grandprairiepolice/

Help, Healing, and Hope

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2056933/fan_mail/new] For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the GPPD Podcast welcomes the members of our Victim Services Unit.  In this episode, we delve into how the Victim Services Unit supports individuals navigating the emotional aftermath of crime. We discuss how their team provides compassionate resources and referrals to help lessen both the immediate crisis and the long-term effects of trauma. #firstresponders #mentalhealth #policestories #firefighters #firstresponderpodcast #wellness #police #policepodcasts  #coplife #grandprairie #grandprairiepd #grandprairiepolice #thinblueline #firedepartment #investigations #honorguard #swat #fto #intern #jiujitsu #bjj #mindset #lpc #wellnessunit #wellness #emdr #counseling #therapy #therapist #mentalthealth #dps Check out our department and come join us! https://www.grandprairiepolice.org/Join-GPPD/Benefits Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iXLlroCbjAnjPAIT2zbEO   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gppd-podcast-grand-prairie-police-tx/id1647457129 Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGKcINWcNmiQWqoGebGbpug https://www.facebook.com/grandprairiepolice/

Beyond the Cage: A Champion’s Call to Serve

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2056933/fan_mail/new]  This episode welcomes former UFC Champion Johny Hendricks, who traded the octagon for a badge. Johny shares his journey from world-class athlete to public servant, offering insight into what drew him to law enforcement and how his competitive spirit and discipline translate to police work. His story is a reminder that those who serve come from all walks of life, each bringing unique experiences and strengths to the profession. #firstresponders #mentalhealth #policestories #firefighters #firstresponderpodcast #wellness #police #policepodcasts  #coplife #grandprairie #grandprairiepd #grandprairiepolice #thinblueline #firedepartment #investigations #honorguard #swat #fto #intern #jiujitsu #bjj #mindset #lpc #wellnessunit #wellness #emdr #counseling #therapy #therapist #mentalthealth #dps Check out our department and come join us! https://www.grandprairiepolice.org/Join-GPPD/Benefits Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7iXLlroCbjAnjPAIT2zbEO   iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gppd-podcast-grand-prairie-police-tx/id1647457129 Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGKcINWcNmiQWqoGebGbpug https://www.facebook.com/grandprairiepolice/