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The Crafty Narrative
The Crafty Narrative is all about lesser known cults told by me, Lori Kay, the who is obsessed with all things crafty!
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Shielded Voices · Feb 22, 2026
Shielded Voices: Chris Green: Part 3: From Combat & Policing to First Responder Psychology #035
In this final chapter of our conversation, Chris Green shares the full arc of his journey — from combat service and law enforcement to pursuing a doctorate in first responder psychology. What begins as …
2:04:52Shielded Voices · Jan 18, 2026
Shielded Voices: Chris Green: Part 2: Patrol Shenanigans, PTSD, and Shame #034
In this episode, the conversation shifts from humor and war stories to the unseen cost of the job. What begins with patrol shenanigans and shared memories slowly gives way to something heavier — the …
1:11:48Shielded Voices · Dec 14, 2025
Shielded Voices: Chris Green: Part 1: Chris' Marine Corp Experience Leading to Police Work #033
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Green to talk about the early experiences that shaped his life long before the uniform. Chris shares what it was like growing up between two households, …
1:20:23Shielded Voices · Oct 6, 2025
Shielded Voices: The Work Continues: Breaking Stigma and Building Strength #032
After a few months off, Mitch and Brian are back to catch up on life, faith, and the work that still needs doing. They open up about sobriety, burnout, and finding peace beyond the …
1:15:32Shielded Voices · Sep 9, 2025
Shielded Voices: Behind the Walls Part 1: Resilience and Reality in Corrections with Sgt. Jim Scott #031
In this episode of Shielded Voices, Sergeant Jim Scott opens up about his decades of experience in corrections, offering an unfiltered look at the realities of prison life and the toll it takes on …
1:07:51Shielded Voices · Jul 2, 2025
Midweek Update: Truth, Tears, and Transparency
In this midweek update, Mitch and Brian reconnect to reflect on the emotional impact of Part 3 of Leanne's story — an episode that's already resonating deeply with listeners across the country. From gut-punch …
17:25Shielded Voices · Jun 30, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 3: Leanne, The Weight Behind the Badge #030
In the final part of this powerful three-part series, Leanne shares the raw and emotional breaking point that forced everything into the light. What began as a slow unraveling reaches its peak as she …
1:05:44Shielded Voices · Jun 15, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 2: Leanne, The Weight Behind the Badge #029
In this raw and powerful conversation, Leanne opens up about the realities she faced throughout her law enforcement career — from the lasting weight of traumatic calls to the invisible battles within her own …
57:41Shielded Voices · Jun 12, 2025
Midweek update: Where Trauma Meets Purpose
In this midweek update, Mitch and Brian unpack the highs, lows, and heatwaves of the week—literally and figuratively. Brian shares about the chaos of working HVAC in 90+ degree weather, while Mitch talks about …
24:06Shielded Voices · Jun 1, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 1: Leanne, The Weight Behind the Badge #028
In the first installment of this three-part series, Leanne shares her powerful journey through law enforcement — beginning with her roots in a law enforcement family and continuing through her own path from personal …
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Shielded Voices · May 29, 2025
Midweek update: Reset, Rebuild, and What Comes Next
It's been months since our last check-in, but a lot has changed. Mitch is back on the road with a renewed mindset and five months of sobriety under his belt. Brian's thriving in a …
27:09Shielded Voices · May 18, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 2: Angela Graham and The SIREN Project #027
In Part 2 of our conversation with Angela Graham, we pick up where we left off—crossing the border into Mexico for a psychedelic journey that would change everything. Angela shares what happened after she …
57:37Shielded Voices · May 6, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 1: Angela Graham and The SIREN Project #026
Before she co-founded The SIREN Project, Angela Graham was a firefighter, a medic, a mother—and completely falling apart. In Part One of this raw and honest two-part series, Angela opens up about the years …
41:01Shielded Voices · Apr 22, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 2: Jimmy Ward's Story #025
In this powerful follow-up, Jimmy Ward returns to Shielded Voices for a deep dive into the personal transformation that followed his career in law enforcement. Through open discussion with Brian and Mitch, Jimmy shares …
1:06:21Shielded Voices · Apr 19, 2025
Shielded Voices: Enduring the Badge: Building Resilience in Modern Policing #024
In this solo episode, Mitch opens up about the personal side of wearing the badge—what the job takes from you, how the warning signs show up, and what it really means to hit a …
51:13Shielded Voices · Apr 14, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 1: Mitch's Story - Navigating Family Dynamics and Personal Growth #022
In this first part of a deeply personal two-part conversation, Mitch sits down with co-host Brian to begin opening up about his journey—both in life and in law enforcement. From childhood struggles to the …
47:37Shielded Voices · Apr 14, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 2: Mitch's Story: Truth About Trauma, Addiction, and Mental Health #023
In Part Two of their conversation, Brian and Mitch move beyond the light-hearted banter and step into a raw, vulnerable space—one that explores trauma, addiction, recovery, and the mental health battles often faced in …
1:15:51Shielded Voices · Apr 6, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 1: Jimmy Ward's Story #021
In this episode of Shielded Voices, former Senior Trooper Jimmy Ward shares his journey through law enforcement—from rookie moments and narcotics work to the realities of addiction, drug enforcement, and personal growth. Jimmy and …
1:12:47Shielded Voices · Apr 2, 2025
Midweek Update: Gabe Monteiro and Other Updates
In this midweek update of Shielded Voices, Brian shares the story of Gabe Monteiro, a fellow first responder courageously battling a brain tumor. Gabe's determination reminds us of the strength it takes to keep …
24:09Shielded Voices · Mar 24, 2025
Shielded Voices: Brian's Resignation #020
After 16 years of dedicated service, Brian makes the difficult decision to resign from law enforcement. In this emotional episode of Shielded Voices, he shares his journey, the weight of this transition, and the …
1:06:19Shielded Voices · Mar 18, 2025
Midweek Update: Proof of Resilience
In this midweek update, we highlight the power of storytelling, the importance of humor in law enforcement, and the incredible support that makes all the difference. Returning to work after recovery is a huge …
24:56Shielded Voices · Mar 9, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 2: Jess Flores - The Next Shift Podcast #019
In Part 2 of our conversation with Jess Flores, we dive deep into the power of physical health and personal transformation. Jess shares his journey of rebuilding both mind and body after leaving law …
1:03:53Shielded Voices · Mar 6, 2025
Midweek Update: Big News Tease, Tech Glitches & Jess Flores Pt. 2 Drops Sunday!
In this mid-week update, Brian teases some exciting news he'll be revealing in the coming weeks! We also hit a technical snag while recording with Angela, the founder of The SIREN Project, but we're …
16:27Shielded Voices · Mar 2, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 1: Jess Flores - The Next Shift Podcast #018
In this episode of Shielded Voices, we sit down with Jess Flores, a former law enforcement officer and the host of The Next Shift Podcast. Jess is dedicated to helping current and former officers …
1:22:35Shielded Voices · Feb 26, 2025
Midweek Update: Mind and Body Health, Line of Duty Deaths and Upcoming Guest
This week, we dive into navigating personal emotions and parenting challenges, strengthening family connections while focusing on personal growth. We'll quickly discuss the impact of the physical demands of the job on overall health …
26:48Shielded Voices · Feb 23, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 2: Janeen Baggette - K9's For Freedom and Independence #017
In this powerful second episode with Janeen Baggette, we dive deeper into the incredible work of K9's For Freedom & Independence, the non-profit she founded to train critical incident and detection dogs for first …
1:09:40Shielded Voices · Feb 19, 2025
Midweek Update: Upcoming Part 2 - K9's for Freedom and Independence and Other Updates
It's time for your midweek update! This week on Shielded Voices, we're back with Part Two of our conversation with Janeen Baggette which comes out Sunday. We dive into her non-profit, K9s For Freedom …
10:37Shielded Voices · Feb 16, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 1: Janeen Baggette - K9's for Freedom and Independence #016
In Janeen Baggette's first episode on Shielded Voices, we dive into her remarkable career as a retired law enforcement officer and expert K9 handler with over 27 years of experience. She shares her journey …
1:10:31Shielded Voices · Feb 12, 2025
Midweek Update: K9's For Freedom and Independence and Upcoming Episodes
This weeks Midweek update covers Janeen Bagette's two part episode dropping on Sunday. Janeen is a retired law enforcement officer, elite K9 trainer, and founder of K9's For Freedom & Independence. Janeen's episode will …
14:48Shielded Voices · Feb 9, 2025
Shielded Voices: Part 2: Ret. Deputy Rob Poynter's Story and the SIREN Project #015
In part two of our conversation with Rob Poynter, we dive into his experience with the SIREN Project and how it played a pivotal role in his personal journey. Rob opens up about the …
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