#489 Jan 14, 22

Criminal Justice Evolution: Overcoming Life Challenges with my Friend Chad Bruckner

Hello everyone and welcome back to The CJEvolution Podcast. The Show exists because of YOU, the listener and supporter. Thank you so much. If you love the show, please give us that 5-Star Rating on Apple Podcasts. A big shout out and THANK YOU to YOU the criminal justice professional. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe. If you are looking for a speaker for your organization, I would love to be considered. I talk about my journey, mental health challenges, leadership and resiliency. You can find out more under the speaker tab at www.cjevolution.com There are two types of people that will enter your life as you navigate it. The people that need to be in it and love and support you, and the opposite. Choose wisely. My next guest is Chad Bruckner and he is a dear friend of mine. Chad was there when I needed him the most, and continues to be there for me. In this episode, Chad talks about his challenges. We talk about life, leadership and resiliency. Some of my favorite topics. Chad Brucker and my other Friend Ryan Chartrand also have a great podcast called Breaking Badge. You can find Chad here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-m-bruckner-07892b18a/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5XM0w-h22Q Until the next great show. Patrick www.cjevolution.com

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A big shout out and THANK YOU to YOU the criminal justice professional. Remember you are honored, cherished and loved. Keep up the good work and please be safe.

If you are looking for a speaker for your organization, I would love to be considered. I talk about my journey, mental health challenges, leadership and resiliency. You can find out more under the speaker tab at www.cjevolution.com

There are two types of people that will enter your life as you navigate it. The people that need to be in it and love and support you, and the opposite. Choose wisely. My next guest is Chad Bruckner and he is a dear friend of mine. Chad was there when I needed him the most, and continues to be there for me.

In this episode, Chad talks about his challenges. We talk about life, leadership and resiliency. Some of my favorite topics.

Chad Brucker and my other Friend Ryan Chartrand also have a great podcast called Breaking Badge.

You can find Chad here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-m-bruckner-07892b18a/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5XM0w-h22Q

Until the next great show.

Patrick

www.cjevolution.com

Creators and Guests

Host

Patrick Fitzgibbons

Patrick Fitzgibbons is a retired Police Commander and former Army Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division. He is now a Program Lead for FHE Health in their Shatterproof Program for First Responders located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. He is passionate about helping first responders who are struggling, and he also sought treatment for his struggles. He holds advanced degrees in organizational leadership and business, and is currently studying to become a licensed mental health clinician in the State of Florida. Patrick also speaks to first responder organizations about health and wellness for personnel.

Guest

Chad Bruckner

Chad Bruckner is a veteran, former detective, entrepreneur, and advocate for first responders and veterans. After serving eight years in the U.S. Army Infantry, leading over 300 combat missions in Iraq, he spent 13 years in law enforcement as a detective, undercover officer, and patrol leader near Philadelphia. In 2021, Chad transitioned into entrepreneurship, coaching, and podcasting, focusing on resilience, leadership, and wellness for first responders. He owns Intercounty Investigations, a private investigation firm, and Motivate Change, where he writes, speaks, and mentors. He’s also the author of The Holy Trinity of Successful and Healthy Police Organizations, offering insights on policing leadership and culture.