In this episode, we sit down with Chris Green to talk about the early experiences that shaped his life long before the uniform.

Chris shares what it was like growing up between two households, navigating divorce, faith, and childhood trauma, and how those experiences influenced his sense of identity and self-worth. We explore the pressure to be tough, the fear of not being enough, and the drive to escape — a drive that eventually led him to enlist in the Marine Corps after 9/11.

This conversation isn't about highlight reels or war stories. It's about the foundation — the internal wiring that forms early in life and quietly follows us into the careers we believe will fix us.

After a few months off, Mitch and Brian are back to catch up on life, faith, and the work that still needs doing. They open up about sobriety, burnout, and finding peace beyond the badge—Mitch celebrates nine months sober and his return to patrol, while Brian shares how faith and servant leadership have shaped his new life after law enforcement. Together they discuss first responder suicide rates, stigma, and why Shielded Voices still matters. It's a raw, funny, and hopeful conversation about growth, recovery, and staying connected.

In this episode of Shielded Voices, Sergeant Jim Scott opens up about his decades of experience in corrections, offering an unfiltered look at the realities of prison life and the toll it takes on officers. He discusses the unique challenges of working in both jails and prisons, the critical role of crisis negotiation, and the stigma that still surrounds mental health in the corrections field. Jim also shares his personal journey of resilience, highlighting how faith and strong support systems have helped him navigate trauma, stress, and the emotional weight of the job. His story is a powerful reminder of the unseen struggles corrections officers face and the importance of breaking the silence around mental health.