Summary

In this episode, the hosts interview Keisha, a detective in the NYPD. Keisha shares her journey of becoming a police officer and the influence her older sister, who works for the FBI, had on her career choice. The conversation also touches on growing up in the South Bronx, memories of the Boys and Girls Club, and the importance of community support. Keisha discusses her experience at the police academy, including the physical training and camaraderie among trainees. She also talks about the challenges she faced as a female officer and the lack of representation of black women in the academy. In this part of the conversation, Kiesh talks about her experience working in the Bronx as a police officer. She highlights the importance of diversity and camaraderie within the police force. Kiesh also shares some funny and embarrassing moments she had on the job. She discusses the changes she has seen in the department over her 18-year career, including the impact of technology and the shift in motivations for becoming a police officer. Kiesh emphasizes the importance of treating people with respect and empathy, even when making arrests. The conversation in this segment revolves around the intersection of personal and professional life for police officers. Kiesh shares her experience of trying to balance her work as a cop with her personal life, including her relationship and motherhood. She admits that it was challenging to separate the two and that she neglected her home life at times due to her dedication to her job. Kiesh also discusses the importance of maintaining a work-life balance and taking accountability for the impact it can have on relationships. The conversation then shifts to the topic of mental health and the pressures that come with being a police officer. Kiesh emphasizes the need for officers to prioritize their mental well-being and seek support when needed. She also acknowledges that everyone has some degree of mental health issues and that it's important to address them. The segment concludes with a discussion about the role of detectives and the satisfaction that comes from solving cases and helping others. The conversation concludes with a discussion about building positive relationships between the community and law enforcement. The guests emphasize the importance of treating police officers with respect and understanding that not all officers are the same. They also highlight the need for better representation of the positive work that police officers do in the media. The guests express their willingness to work together in the future to bridge the gap between the community and law enforcement. The conversation ends with a heartfelt plea to find a missing friend and a reminder of the strong bond between the guests.