Bend Don't Break

Bend Don't Break is a podcast that tells the story of police officers who have overcome significant adversity in their personal and professional lives. Through the power of story, the listener will understand the depth of resilience and personal strength that exists in the men and women who protect our communities 24x7.

Bend Don't Break is a health podcast hosted by Neil Dubord, with 95 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Neil Dubord hosts Bend Don't Break, a health show with 95 episodes published.

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  Episode #89

  Leading Through Courage with Inspector Lisa SImonson

  Oct 11, 202551 minS6

  <p >🎙️ Bend Don't Break – Episode: Leading Through Courage with Inspector Lisa Simonson</p> <p >In this powerful episode of Bend Don't Break, host Neil Dubord sits down with Inspector Lisa Simonson of the Prince Albert Police Service — a trailblazer whose 25-year policing journey embodies resilience, courage, and authentic leadership.</p> <p >Lisa shares how her path from the Vancouver Police Department to leading major crime investigations in Saskatchewan has been marked by both triumphs and challenges — from confronting gender barriers in promotion to leading through tragedy and reform. Her four leadership pillars — Empowerment, Resilience, Connection, and Leading — come alive through deeply personal...

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  Episode #90

  Bulletproof Mind - LT Col. Grossman

  May 27, 202553 minS6

  <p > Bulletproof Mind</p> <p > Grossman, a retired U.S. Army Ranger, paratrooper, and former West Point psychology professor, is presented as a leading authority on the psychology of conflict, human aggression, and surviving high-stress situations. His work emphasizes the importance of mental and emotional preparation for violence and adversity, particularly for those in roles such as military, law enforcement, first responders, and school/church security personnel. A core theme across the materials is the perceived existence of a battle between "good and evil" and the necessity of confronting "uncomfortable facts" to protect oneself and society. Grossman On Truth offers...

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  Episode #88

  Performance Enhancement Imagery PART 2

  May 20, 202535 minS6

  <p > Performace Enhancement Imagery - PART TWO</p> <p > Saving Lifes and Much More Subject: Review of discussion between Mo and Chris regarding Chris's experience with a life-threatening surgery and the role of performance enhancement imagery.</p> <p > Key Themes:</p> <p > ·       Mind-Body Connection: The intricate and powerful link between mental state and physical outcomes, particularly in the context of health, healing, and performance.</p> <p > ·       Controlling the Controllable: Focusing mental energy on aspects within one's influence, primarily attitude and mindset, especially during challenging or uncontrollable situations.</p> <p > ·       Performance Enhancement Imagery: The intentional and structured use of mental visualization to prepare for, navig...

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  Episode #89

  Use of Force for the Mind Dr. Mark Davies

  May 15, 202550 minS6

  convert_to_textConvert to source <p >Top of Form</p> <p >Dr. Mark Davies Important Ideas/Facts:</p> Academic and Professional Credentials: The source emphasizes Dr. Davies' strong academic foundation and extensive professional experience. Key Facts: He holds a Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta (1995) and has additional degrees (B.A., M.Div., M.Ed.). His professional experience spans academic roles as an associate professor (1995-2007) and full-time private practice (2007-2023). Focus on First Responders and Operational Stress Injuries: A significant portion of Dr. Davies' career has been dedicated to supporting first responders and addressing the p...

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  Episode #88

  Mind Over Matter - Performance Enhancement Imagery

  May 1, 202546 minS6

  <p > Top of Form</p> <p > Subject: Review of key themes and concepts from interviews with Inspector Mo Perry and Sergeant Chris Borgstead on performance enhancement imagery and its application in policing and personal health.</p> <p >  </p> <p > Executive Summary:</p> <p > This briefing document summarizes key themes from interviews with Inspector Mo Perry and retired Sergeant Chris Borgstead of the Delta Police Department (DPD). The discussion centers around "Bend Don't Break," a series focusing on optimum performance. A significant portion of the conversation is dedicated to the power of performance enhancement imagery, also known as visualization or mental r...

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