You And The Law Podcast
An informative proactive discussion with two law enforcement executives. Regarding policing in America, that involves the minority communities.
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- Sep 25, 2026
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When Support Changes, Do the Facts Change? (opens the original)
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What happens when we go back to 2002, remove everything that happened to Myon Burrell afterward, and examine only the evidence that put a 16-year-old in prison for life ? for a crime he said he wasn't involved in that took the life of 11 year-old Tyesha Edwards in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Suicide In Policing (opens the original)
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Suicide is the leading cause of death for police officers, far surpassing other risks. While public perception often focuses on danger from criminals, the data tells a different story about officer wellness. This breakdown examines the primary causes of mortality in law enforcement, including coronary heart disease and motor vehicle accidents, to highlight the critical need for better mental health support. Let us know your thoughts on the importance of prioritizing police officer mental health
Understanding Trauma In Policing (opens the original)
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Police trauma often accumulates faster in the first three years of service than most people experience in a lifetime. This video examines the impact of witnessing traumatic events on law enforcement professionals. We discuss why the initial years of a career are often the most critical for understanding how cumulative trauma from exposure to crisis and violence shapes an officer's long-term health. By analyzing how police trauma builds over a 20 or 25-year career, we look at the reality of offic
Understanding Trauma Informed Policing With Dr. Lorenzo Boyd Ph.D (opens the original)
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What happens when an officer encounters someone whose behavior is being shaped by trauma? Can understanding trauma help officers recognize the difference between someone who is intentionally resisting and someone who may be responding out of fear, anxiety, or a previous traumatic experience? And can trauma-informed training give officers additional tools to communicate, de-escalate situations, and potentially produce safer outcomes for everyone involved? We also have to talk about the other side
Myon Burrell Interview with ABC News (opens the original)
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Myon Burrell was locked up at 16 for the 2002 death of 11-year-old Tyesha Edwards, a Minneapolis girl who was hit by a stray bullet. He maintained his innocence. The Associated Press and APM Reports in 2020 uncovered new evidence and serious flaws in that investigation, leading to the creation of an independent legal panel to review the case.
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