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 missing in water.

From serial killer investigations to high-profile missing person cases, Peter explains:

• Why bodies are often missed during police searches
• How sonar actually works (and why it’s misunderstood)
• What officers and investigators should be doing differently
• The reality behind river, lake, and reservoir recoveries
• Why expert advice is sometimes ignored — with devastating consequences

This is a technical, emotional, and controversial conversation that challenges public assumptions and raises serious questions about modern search procedures.

Whether you’re a police officer, investigator, journalist, or member of the public — this episode will change how you think about missing persons and water searches.

Link to Peter's book, What Lies Beneath

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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 British policing.

Maggie speaks openly about investigations that were halted, warnings that were ignored, and leadership decisions that prioritised reputation over accountability. Drawing on her frontline experience and subsequent whistleblowing, she explains how internal culture, fear of scrutiny, and organisational self-protection allowed injustice to persist.

This episode explores:

Why certain cases were quietly shelved

How senior decision-making failed victims

The personal and professional cost of speaking out

Why accountability remains so difficult to achieve

What meaningful reform would actually look like

This is not an attack on frontline policing — it is a conversation about leadership, transparency, and the consequences of silence.

⚠️ Content warning: This episode discusses serious crimes, institutional failure, and their lasting impact on victims and survivors.

Find out more about Maggie Oliver and her foundation here: The Maggie Oliver Foundation - Helping Survivors of Abuse

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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 AI intelligence failure that embarrassed West Midlands Police
• Whether Chief Constables and politicians are being held accountable
• Why e-bike and illegal bike crime is spiralling out of control
• The reality of tactical contact — and why officers fear being supported
• How inconsistent policy and PSD pressure are changing frontline decisions

Ian speaks candidly about why policing feels paralysed, why officers are second-guessing themselves, and what needs to change if public safety is going to come first again.

We also dive into Code Zero, a new wellbeing app built by emergency service workers to provide proactive support before crisis hits — without stigma, fear, or career consequences.

This is an unfiltered discussion about pressure, politics, perception, and policing from someone who’s lived it.

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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 in England and Wales is at a critical breaking point.

Lee explains how the Breaking the Monopoly campaign evolved into the launch of the National Police Association — a new organisation challenging the Police Federation’s long-standing closed-shop model and calling for choice, competition, and accountability in police representation.

We discuss:

• Why many officers feel the Police Federation no longer represents their values
• The lack of accountability and transparency within police representation
• Police officer welfare, suicide data, and misconduct investigations
• Why competition could force real change in policing culture
• What the NPA currently offers — and its long-term vision
• Legal challenges, Parliament engagement, and next steps

This is a frank, unfiltered conversation about power, representation, and why many serving and retired officers believe the current system is no longer fit for purpose.

📢 If you’re a police officer, this episode directly affects you.

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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 the viral “He? Excuse me?” moment — a clip that’s racked up hundreds of millions of views worldwide, sparked endless memes, and divided opinion across social media.

But who is the person behind the beanie and the meme?

🎙️ In this conversation, we talk about:

• What really happened during the filming
• How it felt being misgendered on camera
• The moment she realised the clip had gone viral
• The impact on her career, family, and mental health
• Public filming, “auditors”, and modern policing
• The unexpected positives, recognition, and surreal moments since

This is a funny, honest, and human conversation about policing in the age of smartphones — and what happens when a single moment follows you everywhere.

If you’ve seen the clip, shared the meme, or ever wondered what it’s like to be on the receiving end of viral fame, this episode is for you.

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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 his personal experiences with depression and how they shaped his passion for supporting colleagues. The conversation delves into the role of wellbeing teams, peer supporters, and welfare support officers, as well as the challenges faced by officers in managing trauma and workload. Ben emphasises the need for a supportive culture in policing, the importance of addressing stigma around mental health, and the future of wellbeing initiatives in the police force.

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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 to support those working in the emergency services.

We then get into the latest controversy involving North Yorkshire Police, where nine graduate officers were referred to the Professional Standards Department over alleged uniform breaches during their graduation ceremony. We unpack the Chief Constable’s response, the fallout, and question whether he himself should face scrutiny for his own actions.

Finally, we discuss the Merseyside Police viral video incident that surfaced the same day the nine officers were cleared — exploring how leadership responses vary across forces and highlighting examples of true leadership shown by chief constables and senior officers who get it right.

Find Ian Cook and Blue Light Lifestyle here: http://bluelightlifestyle.com/links

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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 consequences. Claire discusses the impact of Alan's experiences during his military service, the challenges they faced as a couple, and the development of the Forcer Protocol, a new policing strategy aimed at improving the response to veterans in crisis. Through her advocacy, Claire aims to create a supportive network for veterans and their families, ensuring that no one feels discarded after their service.

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