The Fallen But Not Forgotten Podcast
Bluecoat Foundation's founder, Chris Jay, sits down with family, friends & co-workers of those in law enforcement who have gone through the tragedy of losing loved ones by way of line-of-duty deaths. By discussing the lives of these selfless individuals, Bluecoat Foundation looks to honor their legacies. Through memories, laughter, tears and even at times anger, Bluecoat Foundation seeks to improve the health and safety of those in law enforcement by shedding light onto a topic that can be difficult to discuss.
The Fallen But Not Forgotten Podcast
“Second Roll Call”, with Alex Villanueva.
THE FALLEN BUT NOT FORGOTTEN PODCAST:
“Second Roll Call”, with Alex Villanueva.
For the first time we recorded an episode with a live audience! To watch the video of the recording, click here: https://youtu.be/_wC_azpHH20?si=38SlsPORkcTdwVwY
On this episode we dive into former Sheriff Villanueva’s climb through the ranks, the future of policing & navigating line-of-duty deaths as the top sheriff.
Guest:
Alex Villanueva Former Sheriff of LA County
Co-Hosts:
•Richard Medina, LAPD Officer & surviving partner of Fallen Officer Roberto Sanchez •Joe Cirrito, LAPD Officer & friend of Fallen Officer Dominic Pezullo
Time-stamps:
00:01:19 Welcome
00:01:45 "Alex, will work" A humble down to earth start with Alex Villanueva, Former Los Angeles County Sheriff
00: 02:33 Fallen Officer Fernando Arroyo
00:03:00 Panel Introductions
00:03:44 Alex’s career path
00:06:30 Alex meets his wife, Vivian.
00:10:20 The "Rude awakening" of the 2014 Rosehedge active shooter
00:12:30 Overcoming adversity, the one thing Alex couldn't be stopped from doing.
00:14:00 A vison of change.
00:15:18 "Top dog”
00:15:57 Policing, 5-years from now.
00:20:54 Law enforcement as a career choice today.
00:24:00 Loss
00:30:00 Advice for agency leaders
00:36:00 Covid.
00:41:00 Richard Medina: Living after surviving
00:44:20 PTSD, it's perfectly ok, and The Resiliency Project
00:47:00 Joe Cirrito’s passion.
00:52:30 Back to the love story
00:53:00 Encouragement
00:55:30 Quick fire questions