“If you're just doing a very limited role and not maximizing your contribution, you're selling yourself short. And it's probably not why you were selected.” -Aristotle Wolfe

Episode Description:

When disaster strikes, police officers take on the difficult but vital role of protecting the public. They establish security perimeters, communicate warnings, and keep other first responders safe, all while making fast decisions under pressure. Truly these officers are invaluable pillars of strength for communities in need, facing uncertainty and risks to their well-being to protect others from threats.

In this episode, Jennifer interviews CHP Officer Aristotle Wolfe to discuss the crucial but often unseen roles of law enforcement during emergencies, effective communication strategies, the importance of cross-agency cooperation, ways in which citizens can support first responders and continually improve our disaster recovery systems, plus much more.

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Highlights:

03:13 A Unique Job Description

08:08 What The Job Means

14:04 Who Plays Which Role?

17:01 Communication Lessons

22:34 Leader of Leaders

26:04 CHP’s Role in Supporting Local Officials

31:05 Be a Human Being

39:15 Maximize Your Role

46:32 Mental Health Support for Law Enforcement Officers