#29 - Jim Glennon

Welcome Jim Glennon owner of Caliber Press, a premier law enforcement training company, as he takes us through his career and the critical elements of police training and leadership. Learn about his unique approach to teaching, the importance of body language, and how effective communication can transform policing. This episode is packed with anecdotes, professional advice, and Jim’s unfiltered take on the current state of law enforcement training. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:28 - Upcoming events and live show details 6:04 - Cicadas and tornadoes 9:01 - Saint Alexis Hospital clearing incident 15:02 - Squirrel incident story 17:00 - JJ's Zen 24:02 - Newsroom.com 25:14 - Jim Glennon Interview 26:18 - Jim’s background and entry into law enforcement 32:04 - Use of force policies and communication skills 34:04 - Body language and teaching rookie cops 35:54 - Challenges of modern policing and technology’s impact 37:15 - The importance of training and leadership 39:00 - Communication skills and containing the inner idiot 41:11 - Social skills development and modern challenges 45:05 - Importance of continuous training and practice 54:00 - Communicating under stress and controlling reactions 55:50 - Teaching the use of force and decision-making 57:40 - Evolution of police training and future trends 59:20 - Impact of technology on law enforcement training 1:01:10 - Challenges faced by new recruits 1:03:00 - Importance of mentorship and guidance in policing 1:04:50 - Role of psychological training in law enforcement 1:06:40 - Addressing public perceptions and misconceptions 1:08:30 - Building trust within the community 1:10:20 - Experiences from the field and lessons learned 1:12:10 - Collaboration with other law enforcement agencies 1:14:00 - Innovations in police training methods 1:15:50 - Future goals and aspirations for Caliber Press 1:17:40 - Key takeaways from Jim’s career 1:19:30 - Final thoughts and advice for aspiring officers 1:21:20 - Closing remarks and upcoming episodes