Bridging The Gap
Bridging The Gap
IPTM Live
Welcome to IPTM Live's "Bridging the Gap"! – Remember leaving your training, arriving on the crime scene and thinking, how do I use what I just learned? Join Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank on the first and third Friday of each month as they bridge the gap between training and the real-world application in law enforcement. Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank will discuss actual cases and how the techniques taught in the classroom were applied in the field. They’ll explore the topics from IPTM’s vast course offerings, have special guest appearances, and a ton of fun along the way! www.iptm.org
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.
Jul 18, 2022
18 min
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!
Jun 20, 2022
52 min
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.
Jun 6, 2022
52 min
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.
May 23, 2022
58 min
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.
May 9, 2022
58 min
Bridging the Gap (Episode 13) - Road Rage
Officer Ashley and Sergeant Frank will be discussing one of the deadliest traffic situations – road rage.
Apr 18, 2022
54 min
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.
Apr 4, 2022
54 min
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.
Mar 21, 2022
49 min
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.
Feb 21, 2022
44 min
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