Episodes 29
Avg. Duration 50m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (15)
Since Nov 2024
Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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54%
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About This Podcast

Tyra Valeriano, host of Chapter Blue, comes with 11 years of law enforcement experience and talks about mental health, self-care, work-life balance and more. Through honest conversations and personal experience, Chapter Blue allows for officers worldwide to share their stories, struggles, and successes both on and off duty and to give the public an insight to what the media has made into such a controversial profession. The podcast will establish the connection to the important topics and struggles in law enforcement and open up to all first responder roles in the new year to address how interchangeable the roles relate to the struggle. Join the conversation, because it’s long overdue!

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Friend or Foe? DA Investigators Explained with Justin Dominguez

May 21, 2026 56m Transcript

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Corrections to Patrol: How a Use of Force Changed my Career Forever

May 14, 2026 56m Transcript

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Apr 30, 2026 58m Transcript

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Mar 09, 2026 49m Transcript

We sit down with retired Phoenix Detective Heidi Chance and unpack the tactics that actually stop the game of human trafficking. Heidi takes us from her cadet days through years of undercover work to…

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Jan 20, 2026 49m Transcript

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Tom Smith: 30 Years with NYPD to True Crime Podcasting

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Mar 10, 2025 1h Transcript

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Feb 22, 2025 44m Transcript

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Law enforcement officers face unique challenges that impact their financial and mental well-being. Willie Bermudez, a seasoned officer, shares his journey from personal debt to advocating financial…

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Feb 05, 2025 52m Transcript

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Chapter Blue have?

Chapter Blue has published 29 episodes since November 2024, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is Chapter Blue still active?

Chapter Blue is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 50m.

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