Best Clint Walton Podcasts (2025)

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E1022 The Hidden Battles of First Responders: Struggles No One Sees 10:43

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, shines a light on the invisible battles first responders fight every single day. Behind the badge (Amazon Affiliate), the turnout gear, or the radio call sign, there are struggles that few outside the profession will ever understand. We uncover the…

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E1021 Emotional Containment: The Skill That Keeps You Alive and Costs You Connection 10:50

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a raw look at one of the most common survival tools in first responder culture (Amazon Affiliate): emotional containment. In the field, shutting down your feelings can keep you sharp, focused, and alive. But at home, that same survival skill …

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E1020 The Praise Paradox: Why Recognition at Work Doesn’t Always Feel Good 10:57

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, unpacks a surprising truth: praise, awards, and public recognition don’t always feel good to first responders (Amazon Affiliate). While many people assume medals and compliments bring pride, for those in uniform they can sometimes trigger discomfor…

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E1019 Quiet Quitting in Uniform: What It Looks Like and Why It’s Dangerous 10:26

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, tackles a silent but growing problem in first responder culture: quiet quitting. This isn’t about physically leaving the job—it’s about emotionally checking out while still showing up (Amazon Affiliate). We explore how this disengagement creeps in,…

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E1018 When You Miss the Chaos: The Addiction to Adrenaline After the Call 11:35

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes an honest look at something few talk about out loud: missing the chaos (Amazon Affiliate). After years of answering high-stakes calls, many first responders find that calm feels strange—or even unsafe. When your nervous system has been wired …

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E1017 Remembering Charlie Kirk: Faith, Freedom & the Sabbath That Was to Come 10:51

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In this special tribute episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, we pause to remember Charlie Kirk, his impact, his convictions, and the life he lived in pursuit of truth, faith, and service. As news of his death touches the nation, we also look forward to the book he left behind: Stop, in the…

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Jane Goodall, In Memoriam — What It Means to Be Human 50:51

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The great primatologist and humanitarian, Jane Goodall, died on October 1, 2025, at the age of 91. It is a joy and a comfort to revisit our last broadcast of her 2020 conversation with Krista. Jane Goodall began her epic work studying chimpanzees in the Gombe forest without even a college degree. The science she proceeded to do recalled modern west…

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E1016 The Loyalty Trap: When Brotherhood Becomes Blind Obedience 10:25

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, dives into the complicated reality of loyalty in first responder culture (Amazon Affiliate). Brotherhood, solidarity, and “having each other’s back” are cornerstones of the job—but what happens when that bond crosses into blind obedience? We explor…

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E1015 When You’re More Than the Job But No One Sees It Yet | Tactical Living Podcast 10:29

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, is a reminder of something many first responders forget: you are more than the badge (Amazon Affiliate), more than the uniform, and more than the role you fill on shift. But what happens when the world—and sometimes even your own family—doesn’t see…

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E1014 The Year You Almost Quit: What That Season Taught You 10:50

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, offers space for reflection on a season every responder knows too well—the one where you almost walked away. Whether it was burnout, frustration with leadership, family pressures, or the weight of trauma (Amazon Affiliate), most first responders ca…

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E1013 The Unseen Grief of Losing a Fellow Officer to Suicide 11:00

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, dives into one of the heaviest but most necessary conversations in law enforcement culture: what happens when you lose a fellow officer to suicide (Amazon Affiliate). It’s a grief that doesn’t fit neatly into words—an invisible wound compounded by …

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E1012 Performance Over Presence: Are You Still Trying to Earn Your Worth at Home? 11:25

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a close look at how the pressure to perform on the job can unconsciously spill over into your personal life (Amazon Affiliate). Many first responders feel their value is tied to achievement, productivity, or rank—and when that same mindset sh…

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E1011 The Cost of Over-Accommodation in Law Enforcement: Calling Out PORAC 10:48

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores a common trap in both policing and leadership (Amazon Affiliate): the belief that you can be everything to everyone. While the intention often comes from a good place—wanting to serve, to represent, to protect—the reality is that spreading…

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E1010 The Comfort in Chaos: Why Peace Feels Unfamiliar After Years of Law Enforcement 10:43

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores the hidden challenge many first responders face: learning to live in peace after years of running toward chaos. For those who thrive in adrenaline-filled environments, boredom, silence, or calm can actually feel unsafe. We dig into why you…

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E1009 What Stress Are You Handing Down? The Hidden Legacy of First Responder Parenting 10:52

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a raw look at what you may be passing down to your kids, without even realizing it. First responder stress doesn’t just stay at work (Amazon Affiliate). The silence, the discipline, the avoidance, and the constant tension of the job can quiet…

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E1008 Hostage to Retirement: Counting Down the Years in Uniform 10:46

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, digs into the mindset of “just making it to retirement (Amazon Affiliate).” For many officers, the countdown becomes a mantra—yet the years between can feel like being held hostage. From financial obligations to fractured relationships, we examine …

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E1007 The Good Parts of Being Off Duty: When Your Neighbor Needs a Cop 10:54

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a closer look at the unexpected perks of being a police officer (Amazon Affiliate) when you’re off duty. From helping a neighbor in crisis to stepping in at the right moment, we explore how the badge carries influence and responsibility—even …

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E1006 LIVE Interview With Ryan Woodruff, CEO of Clear Path for Veterans 26:36

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On a serene campus in Upstate New York, Clear Path for Veterans is helping veterans find healing, purpose, and connection, one dog at a time. Their flagship program trains and pairs veterans nationwide with service dogs, and the impact is life-changing (Amazon Affiliate). We’re honored to welcome Ryan Woodruff, U.S. Marine Corps veteran and CEO of …

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E1005 Uniformed and Undiagnosed: High-Functioning Mental Health Struggles in First Responders 10:51

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a candid look at the hidden mental health battles many first responders fight (Amazon Affiliate) while appearing perfectly fine on the outside. The discipline, structure, and professionalism that make them effective in the field often double …

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E1004 Training Day vs. Trauma Day: Why Simulation Doesn’t Prepare You for the Emotional Fallout 11:14

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores the critical gap between the training ground and the reality of the field (Amazon Affiliate). While simulations sharpen technical skills, they rarely prepare first responders for the emotional aftermath of a traumatic call. We unpack why t…

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E1003 The Badge and the Bottle: Is Alcohol Still an Unspoken Coping Tool? 11:09

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a hard look at the role alcohol still plays (Amazon Affiliate) in first responder culture. For generations, the badge and the bottle have been intertwined—used to unwind, to bond, and, for some, to bury the weight of the job. We explore why a…

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E1002 Your Family Didn’t Take the Oath, But They’re Still Serving 11:18

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, sheds light on the hidden sacrifices that first responder families (Amazon Affiliate) make every single day. While spouses and children never signed up for the job, they still feel the ripple effects of shift work, emotional strain, and the unpredi…

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E1001 Christiaan Hofman | Author & Creator of The Sport Naturel Method 23:51

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We’re excited to welcome Christiaan Hofman—Author of "To Meet Yourself, Think For Yourself", founder of Sport Naturel, and creator of The Sport Naturel Method—to the Tactical Living Podcast. 🎙️ Christiaan has spent years diving deep into over 100 years of psychology to distill it into clear, practical tools for understanding ego, identity, self-wor…

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E1000 The Shift Work Sleep Spiral: When “I'll Catch Up Later” Never Happens | Tactical Living Podcast 10:38

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, tackles one of the most overlooked threats to first responder health: chronic sleep deprivation. Check out these electrolyte hydration tablets (Amazon Affiliate) that I mentioned in today's episode 🔎 Episode Overview: Shift work isn't just exhausti…

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E999 Fear of Softness: Why Emotional Intelligence Still Feels Risky on the Job | Tactical Living Podcast 11:40

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On the job, strength is measured in grit, control, and composure under pressure. But behind the badge (Amazon Affiliate), there’s another kind of strength that’s often overlooked: emotional intelligence. Why does it still feel “soft” or unsafe to express empathy, vulnerability, or self-awareness on the job? In this episode, Ashlie and Clint unpack …

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E998 What Happens When You Hate Your Partner (but Still Do the Job Well) | Tactical Living Podcast 10:45

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, takes a raw look at one of the most uncomfortable truths in first responder life: Sometimes, you just don’t like your partner (Amazon Affiliate) but you still have to do the job. 🔎 Episode Overview: For first responders, your partner is more than j…

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E997 When the Job Becomes Your Religion | Tactical Living Podcast 10:32

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This episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosted by Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton, explores a powerful question: What happens when your profession becomes your only source of meaning (Amazon Affiliate)? When the badge replaces your beliefs, rituals, and identity—what gets lost? For many first responders, the job isn’t just what t…

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E996 Andrew Serra | Retired FDNY Captain & Historical Novelist 22:26

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Inside the mind of a firefighter-turned-author who survived 9/11 and now writes to heal, remember, and educate. We're honored to welcome Andrew Serra, retired FDNY captain and the powerful voice behind Hell’s Hundred Acres and Finding John, to the Tactical Living Podcast. After 25 years on the front lines of New York City’s Fire Department—includin…

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E995 The Invisible Competition: Rank, Resentment, and Rivalry in the Ranks | Tactical Living Podcast 10:26

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Not all competition is healthy—especially when it’s happening behind the badge. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton pull back the curtain on the unspoken rivalries, silent resentment (Amazon Affiliate), and morale issues that creep into first responder culture when rank becomes personal. If …

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E994 Is Your Humor Hiding Hurt? The Dark Side of First Responder Banter | Tactical Living Podcast 11:02

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Laughter is a survival skill in this job (Amazon Affiliate) but sometimes, it’s also a shield. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the fine line between coping and covering up, showing how sarcasm, dark humor, and constant banter can signal unprocessed pain beneath the surface. 🔎 Epi…

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E993 De‑Escalation Tactics: From the Street to Your Marriage | Tactical Living Podcast 10:24

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You’re trained to defuse tension on the job (Amazon Affiliate)—so why does a simple disagreement at home turn into a standoff? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton bridge the gap between professional de‑escalation skills and healthy conflict resolution in marriage, showing how the same mindse…

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E992 From Trauma to Triumph With Retired Fire Captain, Rick Cheatham 23:02

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What happens when everything that once defined you—your marriage, your faith, your strength, your career—gets stripped away (Amazon Affiliate)? We’re honored to welcome Rick Cheatham, retired Anaheim City Fire Captain turned transformational life coach, to the Tactical Living Podcast. Rick's life story is not just powerful—it’s a roadmap for anyone…

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E991 Your Uniform Isn’t an Excuse for Avoidance | Tactical Living Podcast 10:44

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It’s easy to say you’re “too busy” or “too tired” because of the job. But what if the truth is… you’re hiding? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton dive into the hard truth about how the uniform can become emotional armor—and how some first responders use it to avoid dealing with what’s going…

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E990 The Slow Burn of Bitterness: When the Job Makes You Angry | Tactical Living Podcast 10:16

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It doesn’t happen overnight. But one shift, one betrayal, one broken promise at a time—and suddenly you’re angry all the time (Amazon Affiliate). In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton unpack the slow, corrosive build-up of bitterness in first responders—and how frustration with the system, lea…

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E989 From Shift to Shelter: Why Officers Bond So Deeply with Their Pets | Tactical Living Podcast 10:39

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You may never open up to a therapist… but your dog already knows how you’re feeling (Amazon Affiliate). In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the deep emotional connection between first responders and their pets—and why animals often become silent partners in the journey through trauma…

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E988 The Echo Chamber Effect: When Everyone Thinks Like You | Tactical Living Podcast 10:26

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Surrounding yourself with people who “get it” feels safe—but what if it’s also keeping you stuck (Amazon Affiliate)? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the Echo Chamber Effect—how always being around fellow first responders can unintentionally limit your growth, reinforce unhealthy …

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E987 Over-Sanitizing the Job: Is Hiding the Truth Hurting Us? | Tactical Living Podcast 9:57

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“We can’t let the public see this.” But what if keeping it all behind the curtain is doing more harm than good? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton dive into the uncomfortable reality of over-sanitizing the job—and how hiding the full weight of what first responders experience may be limitin…

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E986 When Retirement Feels Like a Breakup | Tactical Living Podcast 10:00

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You turned in your gear. You walked out the door. But why does it feel like something died? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore why retirement from law enforcement (Amazon Affiliate) or fire service often feels like heartbreak—and what it takes to rebuild a new identity, purpose, and…

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E985 The Emotional Toll of Missing Holidays in Uniform | Tactical Living Podcast 10:28

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You signed up to serve. But no one warned you how much it would hurt to miss the moments that matter most. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the hidden emotional cost of working holidays year after year (Amazon Affiliate)—and how it slowly chips away at connection, tradition, and e…

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Joanna Macy, In Memoriam — Beauty and Wisdom and Courage (and Rilke) to Sustain Us 50:57

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This rich, gorgeous conversation will fill your soul. The singular and beloved Joanna Macy died at home at the age of 96 on July 20, 2025. She has left an immense legacy of beauty and wisdom and courage to sustain us. A Buddhist teacher, ecological philosopher, and Rilke translator, she taught and embodied a wild love for the world. What follows is…

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E984 When Your Spouse and Your Law Enforcement Career Clash | Tactical Living Podcast 11:13

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You’re married to the badge (Amazon Affiliate)—and to each other. But what happens when those two worlds start pulling in opposite directions? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the tension that builds when your law enforcement career starts to conflict with your marriage—and how to…

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E983 The Lone Wolf Lie: Why You Don’t Have to Fix It Alone | Tactical Living Podcast 10:58

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“I’ll handle it.” It’s a mindset that feels honorable—but often becomes isolating. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton challenge the myth that you have to solve everything on your own (Amazon Affiliate) —and explore what happens when the “lone wolf” mentality becomes more harmful than heroic…

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E982 Who Are You Without the Badge? | Tactical Living Podcast 9:49

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If the job ended tomorrow—who would you be? In this deeply reflective episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the personal identity crisis many first responders face when their sense of self is completely wrapped in the badge… and what it means to start building a life that has purpose (Amazon A…

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E981 Afraid to Ask for Help: The Stigma Around EAP in the Badge | Tactical Living Podcast 10:51

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The tools are there. The support is available. But many officers still don’t reach out. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore why so many first responders are afraid to use their Employee Assistance Program (EAP)—and how to shift the culture of silence around seeking help (Amazon Affil…

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E980 When Your Kids Don’t Want the Badge | Tactical Living Podcast 11:30

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You wore the badge with pride. Maybe your father did too. But what happens when your child decides to take a different path? In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton explore the emotional impact of legacy pressure—and how to process it when the next generation doesn’t follow in your professional …

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Ross Gay — Hope Portal, Episode 7 10:19

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Ross Gay is a poet, community gardener, and teacher who brings another way of wisdom to the conviction that we have to know what we love and what delights us. And that we have to tend to that as fiercely as to what is broken and what we’re called to make better, what we’re called to make more just. Knowing what we love and knowing how to take delig…

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E979 The Guilt of Surviving: Unspoken Remorse in the Badge | Tactical Living Podcast 10:42

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Why them and not me? It’s a question that haunts many first responders after tragic calls. In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton open up the conversation around survivor’s remorse (Amazon Affiliate)—the silent guilt that creeps in when you walk away from something others didn’t. 🔎 Episode Over…