Bridging The Gap

Bridging the Gap (Episode 18) - Protector to Predator (PART 1)

On Part 1 of this two part series, Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank discuss the brutal sexual assault and murder of Sasha Samsudean. Join us as we explore the forensic evidence recovered that led to the Security Guard, Stephen Duxbury, being swiftly identified and arrested.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 17) - Live @ 2022 Symposium on Traffic Safety

Division Coordinators Russell Strickland and Tim Cornelius will join Officer Ashley & Sgt Frank to discuss what makes IPTM a great place to train, the types of courses offered and some behind the scenes stories!

Bridging the Gap (Episode 16) - Managing The Threat

Ofc. Ashley and Sgt. Frank talk about Threat Management Assessment. Special guest, Corporal Luis, will discuss proactive and protective measures designed to prevent – not predict – potential acts of targeted violence. This show will outline two events worked by Corporal Luis’ home agency and will help give perspective on how your agency can be proactive toward the threats law enforcement is facing daily.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 15) - Beyond Patrol

Join Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank as they discuss working in your department beyond patrol duties. Special guest, Sgt. Kristi, chats with our hosts about the various paths you can take in your law enforcement career and the best moves to make in these scenarios.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 14) - "I'M brOKen"

Ofc. Ashley, Sgt. Frank, and two special guests will discuss the often-stigmatized topic of law enforcement Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In addition to sharing their own PTSD journeys, they’ll be discussing behavioral signs that partners, leadership and loved ones should be looking for, and strategies for managing the unique demands of our profession.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 13) - Road Rage

Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank will be discussing one of the deadliest traffic situations – road rage.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 12) - Becoming A DRE

Special guest, Tim Cornelius, DRE Coordinator for the State of Florida, will join Officer Ashley to discuss the Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Program and what it takes to become a DRE. They’ll examine two cases – a celebrity and a layperson – to demonstrate the integrity of the program.

Bridging The Gap (Episode 11) - "But At My Old Agency..."

Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank, with special guest, Mike Blute (GA DRE Program State Coordinator) discuss how to adapt to new leadership and culture when moving to a new agency or a new position within your current agency.

Bridging The Gap (Episode 10) - Just Train Them To Be A Cop

Bridging the Gap (Episode 9) - The Briefing Room

 Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank discuss how agencies approach their briefing room sessions and how they can be an effective environment for training opportunities.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 8) - DUI - Driving into the Future

Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank will be joined by IACP Project Manager, Kyle Clark, as they discuss career growth and DUI training courses. Watch on Vimeo https://vimeo.com/iptmlive or YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC6cHnHMnAbhJvx65cw7bjw to see the video on demand.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 7) - No More Empty Seats

Join us for Episode 7 of our Bridging The Gap livestream series! Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank will be joined by retired professional wrestler, Bill DeMott, as he shares how his life was impacted by a driver under the influence.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 6) - Body Worn Cameras

Officer Ashley will be discussing body worn cameras, how patrol can better utilize them and the benefits they bring to modern policing. Lieutenant Allan, BWC expert and IPTM adjunct, will be joining the show.

Bridging the Gap - Body Worn Cameras (Episode 6)

Officer Ashley will be discussing body worn cameras, how patrol can better utilize them and the benefits they bring to modern policing. Lieutenant Allan, BWC expert and IPTM adjunct, will be joining the show.

Bridging the Gap (Episode 6) - Body Worn Cameras

Officer Ashley will be discussing body worn cameras, how patrol can better utilize them and the benefits they bring to modern policing. Lieutenant Allan, BWC expert and IPTM adjunct, will be joining the show.

Bridging The Gap (Episode 5) - Holiday Horror

Officer Ashley, Sergeant Frank and special guest, Dan McDevitt, examine the tragic events that took place at the Waukesha, WI Christmas Parade. McDevitt – a long-time IPTM instructor and an expert in major case management – will discuss the case from an investigative perspective based on information available to the public.

Bridging The Gap (Episode 5) - Holiday Horror

Officer Ashley, Sergeant Frank and special guest, Dan McDevitt, examine the tragic events that took place at the Waukesha, WI Christmas Parade. McDevitt – a long-time IPTM instructor and an expert in major case management – will discuss the case from an investigative perspective based on information available to the public.

Bridging The Gap - Holiday Horror (Episode 5)

Officer Ashley, Sergeant Frank and special guest, Dan McDevitt, examine the tragic events that took place at the Waukesha, WI Christmas Parade. McDevitt – a long-time IPTM instructor and an expert in major case management – will discuss the case from an investigative perspective based on information available to the public.

Bridging The Gap - Thin Gold Line (Episode 4)

Welcome to "Bridging The Gap"! Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank, along with a special guest, will explore the critical role of Emergency Communications Specialists. They'll share some real 9-1-1 calls and discuss what's happening on the call and behind the scenes.

Bridging The Gap (Episode 4) - Thin Gold Line

Welcome to "Bridging The Gap"! Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank, along with a special guest, will explore the critical role of Emergency Communications Specialists. They'll share some real 9-1-1 calls and discuss what's happening on the call and behind the scenes.

Bridging The Gap (Episode 4) - Thin Gold Line

Welcome to "Bridging The Gap"! Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank, along with a special guest, will explore the critical role of Emergency Communications Specialists. They'll share some real 9-1-1 calls and discuss what's happening on the call and behind the scenes.

Bridging the Gap - Introduction

IPTM Live! is rebranding!  IPTM Live will offer a livestream and podcast called "Bridging the Gap" which will continue to offer solutions for taking your training to the real world every first and third Friday of the month! Join Officer Ashley & Sergeant Frank as they continue to bring in guest and discuss real life scenarios in which their training was applied.

3rd Episode - Rookie Days

Officer Ashley, Sgt. Frank and their guest Officer Cory (SRO and former U.S. Marine) discuss rookie days – FTOs, supervisors and even civilians. They share submissions from friends,  listeners and a few fun and crazy stories along the way!

2nd Episode - My Best Friend's Dead

Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank will examine a complex DUI Manslaughter case involving two best friends. Retired Officer Darrell will explain how experience, training and forensics lead to a conviction in his case.

1st Episode - Gabby Petito Case

Checkout the first installment of IPTM Live here! Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank discuss the Gabby Petito case, missing persons and homicide investigations. Special guest Detective John, using his many years of experience as a special investigations detective, will give his insight on the case and discuss it with our hosts.

IPTM Live! - Trailer

In this episode of IPTM LIVE, your hosts Officer Ashley and Sgt. Frank will introduce you to the live streams that will occur the first and third Friday of each month with podcasts available the following Monday!  Your hosts will explore real world cases, have guest appearances and have a ton of fun along the way!  Let’s have some fun with Officer Ashley and Sgt. Frank!