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Hosted by former police officer and award-winning app creator Paul Cooper, this podcast explores the untold realities of frontline policing in the UK.
Each episode features honest conversations with current and former officers, legal professionals, experts, and those with lived experience – covering everything from policing culture and mental health to groundbreaking innovation and criminal justice reform.
Whether you’re a serving officer, aspiring recruit, or simply curious about life in uniform, the Pocket Sergeant Podcast pulls no punches and gives you the insight the headlines miss.
Inspired by the app that’s helped tens of thousands of officers in policing, this podcast continues the mission: supporting those who serve.
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Recent Episodes
What REALLY Happens When Someone Goes Missing in Water - Peter Faulding
Peter Faulding is one of the UK’s most experienced search and rescue specialists — and in this episode of the Pocket Sergeant Podcast, he speaks openly about what really happens when people go…
S2E4 The Cases They BURIED: Police Failure & Cover-Ups | Maggie Oliver
In this powerful episode of the Pocket Sergeant Podcast, Paul Cooper is joined by former detective and whistleblower Maggie Oliver to examine some of the most serious institutional failures in modern…
S2 This Is Why Police Are AFRAID to Act | Ex-Traffic Cop, Ian Cook Tells the Truth
In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant Podcast, I’m joined by Ian Cook, former Traffic Officer and co-founder of Code Zero, for a brutally honest conversation about modern policing.We break down:The…
S2E2 Police Federation Monopoly EXPOSED: Why Officers Are Demanding Change S2 Ep2
In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant Podcast, Paul Cooper is joined once again by Lee Broadbent, one of the founders of the National Police Association (NPA), to discuss why police representation…
S2E1 The Female Police Officer | Pocket Sergeant Podcast S2Ep1
One sentence turned a routine policing moment into one of the most viral clips in policing history.In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant Podcast, we sit down with the female police officer behind…
Ben Dimmock | Why Wellbeing Matters: Building a Better Future for Police Officers | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 22
In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Ben Dimmock shares his extensive journey in policing, highlighting the importance of mental health and wellbeing within the police force. He discusses…
S1E21 BONUS EPISODE | Ian Cook | Code Zero & The PSD U-Turn at North Yorkshire Police | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 21
Ian Cook from Blue Light Lifestyle returns for another powerful discussion.We kick things off with an update on Code Zero, the brand-new mobile app Ian is developing alongside Ben Pearson, designed…
S1E20 Claire Lilly | The Forcer Protocol: Turning Tragedy into Change | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 20
In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Claire Lilly shares the poignant story of her late husband, Alan Forcer, a war veteran whose struggles with mental health and addiction led to tragic…
S1E19 Hannah Bailey | Talking Trauma and Transformation | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep19
In this conversation, Hannah Bailey shares her journey from a police officer to a wellbeing coach, discussing the challenges of facing trauma, undiagnosed PTSD, and the impact of her cancer…
S1E18 Catherine Davey | From the Beat to Channel 4’s The Inheritance | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 18
In this episode, Catherine Davey — star of Channel 4’s The Inheritance — shares her journey from joining the police at a young age to her experiences on the front line, the challenges she faced due…
S1E17 Ian Cook | North Yorkshire Police Graduation Fallout | Lessons in Leadership and Culture | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep17
In this conversation, we highlight the challenges of communication and leadership within police culture, especially in light of recent incidents such as the North Yorkshire Police graduation…
S1E16 Andy Chapman | Coping with Trauma & Mental Health in Policing | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep16
TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️ This episode discusses suicide and associated trauma. If you have been affected by anything in this episode, you can contact the Samaritans on 116 123In this eye-opening episode,…
S1E15 Gary Hayes | Sent to the Temporary Mortuary | 7/7 Bombings | PTSD 999 Charity Ep15
TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️ This episode discusses suicide and associated trauma. If you have been affected by anything in these podcasts, you can contact the Samaritans on 116 123In this episode, we sit down…
S1E14 Mike Neville | Rise of Super Recognisers | Future of Crime-Solving | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep14
Join us for a fascinating conversation with Mike Neville, a pioneer in forensic investigation and the mastermind behind the world’s first super recogniser unit.Discover how Mike’s groundbreaking…
S1E13 Rebecca House | From Police Officer to Mental Health Advocate | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 13
In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with former cop, Rebecca. She was a serving police officer when she was arrested and taken to a police cell. She subsequently spent 28 days in a psychiatric…
S1E12 Lee Broadbent | Why Police Officers Need Their Own Trade Union | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 12
In this conversation, Paul Cooper and Lee Broadbent discuss the critical differences between the Police Federation and trade unions, the implications of union membership for police officers, and the…
S1E11 Emma Louise | Policing, Trauma, and the Need for Change | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 11
In this episode of the Pocket Sergeant podcast, Emma Louise shares her journey from aspiring police officer to leaving the job for her mental health. She discusses her early fascination with…
S1E10 Paul Cooper with Laura Loy | Supporting Police Officers in Crisis | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 10
In this conversation, Laura Loy and Paul Cooper discuss the pressing issues surrounding police welfare, particularly focusing on the mental health impacts of professional standards investigations.…
S1E9 Matt Homan | Former Police Officer, Arrested, Battling PTSD and the Lack of Support | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 09
In this conversation, Matt Homan shares his journey through policing, the challenges he faced, and the impact of trauma on his mental health. He discusses the importance of humour in dealing with…
S1E8 Brendan O'Brien | The Crisis in Policing and Recruitment | Pocket Sergeant Podcast Ep 08
In this conversation, Brendan O'Brien of Blue Light Consultancy shares his extensive journey in policing, reflecting on his motivations for joining the force, memorable experiences, and the…
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Pocket Sergeant Podcast has published 27 episodes since June 2025, covering topics in Drama, Fiction.
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