Paul Lozada has been a police officer in one form or another since 1979. He has been training other people in martial arts since even before that. Paul has extensive experience in developing Departmental objectives, policies and programs in regard to Threat Management, Intelligence-Led Policing, Gang Investigations, and much more. His credentials are extensive and his experience has led to opportunities as a consultant in Hollywood which he talks about in this episode. He is a father, a Chaplin,...
May 10, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 43
Josh Coleman and Kenny Van Dyke have a combined 25 years experience as police officers and currently serve a Sheriffs Office in Northern California. They have a broad history of practical Use of Force experience and also enjoy training in mixed martial arts. Josh is a blue belt and Kenny is a brown. They also are both instructors and board members for the California Force Instructors Association (CALFIA) California Torce Instructors Association : https://calfia.org/ CALFIA September Symposium Co...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 33 min
DJ is the Minister of Propaganda for North American Rescue. He started his career as a marine biologist with a Masters in Biology. While doing that he developed a talent for photography and became a staff photographer for Surfing Magazine and also photographed humanitarian missions for the NGO Waves for Water, documenting their efforts to provide relief following catastrophic weather events. His travels lead him to making connections with US special forces which lead to his current career with N...
Apr 11, 2022•54 min
Matt has been in law enforcement since 2012, where he has experience as a patrolman, Taser Instructor, Field Training Officer, crisis negotiation team member for SWAT, and a Part-time detective. He is also an active EFT member Before becoming a police officer, he was part of the MA national guard as an infantryman and served in Afghanistan as a machine gunner. In June of last year, Matt was shot at and seriously injured in the line of duty. In this episode, we talk about his story, what happened...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 16 min
Amy has been a certified law enforcement officer and firearms instructor for 15 years. She is the owner of 556 Training Lab, an armorer, and an avid 3-gunner. Amy lives and trains year round in Alaska. Designer of many popular pistol, rifle and shotguns drills, Amy develops standards and encourages shooters to train regardless of the weather. Follow Amy IG: @amy.556 The Be Effective Podcast with Adam Haidary, the CEO & founder of PolicePosts and Effective Fitness Training. Discussing everyth...
Mar 14, 2022•1 hr 25 min
Dan Groce has worked in the firearms industry since 2016 and has worked at notable manufacturers such as Lantac and High Threat Concealment. He is also an industry consultant and now is a Creative and Special projects manager with Flying Cross. Along with Dan is Anthony Talbert, the Senior Brand Manager for Flying Cross. Anthony is responsible for the strategy development and execution of the brand marketing plan in alignment with sales and growth goals. He uses his passion and storytelling abil...
Mar 13, 2022•54 min
Simon (aka JJ) Racaza was born and raised in Cebu City, Philippines. He started shooting competitively in 1988 and has just under 30 years total of experience in performance shooting. He has many Achievements under his belt including: multi world speed shooting title champion in Open, Limited and Production divisions, Multi US national champion in Open, Carry Optics and Limited Divisions and he placed 3rd in the first season of Top Shot. JJ is a Full time instructor and Former Federal Law Enforc...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Dan Core has spent 2 years in the army national guard as an infantryman. He entered Law enforcement in late 2017 and started at a local PD in a patrol capacity and switched to a sheriff's office where he was assigned to CID as a detective as well as assigned to a part-time SWAT unit. As a new officer, he was able to get Centrifuges HRVS program implemented into his agency's in-service training. He is now transitioning to a reserve capacity for a PD in North Carolina. Follow Dan: IG: @thatbishdud...
Feb 14, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Jared Arceneaux has spent 5.5 years in full-time law enforcement, including time as a uniform patrol supervisor, SWAT breaching team leader, maritime counter-terrorism task force, and more. After experiencing some OIS's, he was awarded a distinguished service medal and the medal of valor. Currently, Jared is serving as a volunteer training officer at a smaller department, where he runs Orion Training Group as well as other projects. He graduated LSU with a degree in international trade and finan...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 16 min
David has worked for the last sixteen years beginning in the U.S. Marines (intelligence field) with years spent in LATAM, EU, ASIA followed by the last decade intensively in SE Asia doing highly sensitive liaison work and sourcing for privately-owned companies on multiple fronts. He also has an outstanding list of awards and credentials from the US Marine Corps and continues to work with that community on design and development through his veteran-owned company, VOG Global. Follow David: IG: @da...
Jan 24, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Taylor McCubbin is the CEO and co-founder of ChimeraXR. As a firearms instructor and simulation specialist in the military, he created programs that still exist today for the Royal Canadian Air Force. Since leaving full-time service, Taylor has created ChimeraXR, a company dedicated to making training accessible to law enforcement and military members through high-quality simulation. Welcome to the matrix. Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for...
Oct 04, 2021•58 min
In this episode, Dr. Andrew Fisher, MD., and I discuss the San Diego County SO PSA "fentanyl overdose incident", how politics plays a role in pre-hospital intervention, the relationship, and divide between LE and EMS, Pros and cons of social media, and more. Enjoy. Follow Doc on IG: https://instagram.com/trauma_daddy?utm_medium=copy_link Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for 10% off for life. Instagram: @be_effectivepodcast @effective.fitnesst...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, Dr. Mike Simpson M.D. and I discuss everything from his experience 30+ years in Special Operations as a medic, his outlook on training, the benefits of training jiu jitsu and more. Enjoy. Check out Dr. Simpson website at ( https://drmikesimpson.com ) Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for 10% off for life. Instagram: @be_effectivepodcast @effective.fitnesstraining @policeposts @efcombatives Effective Fitness Combatives (EFC) Em...
Jul 14, 2021•1 hr 8 min
In this episode, Chad and I discuss an academy class that received their blue belts in jiu jitsu upon graduation, DT training for LE, how cops should be training and more. Enjoy. Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for 10% off for life. Instagram: @be_effectivepodcast @effective.fitnesstraining @policeposts @efcombatives Effective Fitness Combatives (EFC) Email: jay@effective.fitness IG: @efcombatives www.efcombatives.com Website: www.effective.fitness S...
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Mike Beltran is a world renowned mma referee, jiu jitsu brown belt, actor, USMC veteran, and has been an active sheriff's deputy for over 26 years. In this episode we discuss leadership in law enforcement, training, fitness, mindset and his journey through life. Podcast Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training is having a sale this week ( Effective Fitness ) $1 for 30 Days of workouts Instagram: @be_effectivepodcast @effective.fitnesstraining @policeposts @efcombatives Effective Fitness Combatives (E...
Jun 03, 2021•1 hr 21 min
Garry Tonon is one of the most impressive grapplers and mixed martial arts in the world. He is a IBJJF Campion Gi & No-Gi, 5x Eddie Bravo Invitational Champion, placed in ADCCs, and more. He is a member of the Danaher Death Squad (DDS). He is on the path to winning the ONE Featherweight World Title. It was an honor to discuss his upbringing, the history of his training methods, leg locks in mma and more. Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for 10% of...
May 12, 2021•1 hr 44 min
Nick Albin better known as "Chewy" in the bjj world. Chewy is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and the owner and head instructor of Derby City Mixed Martial Arts in Louisville, KY. He has fought MMA and has also competed at the highest level. Chewy started training in 2003 and has been teaching full time since 2010. He has competed at Worlds, Pan Ams, IBJJF tournaments, Grapplers Quests and many more. We discuss his training approach, nutrition, the future of jiu jitsu and more. Check out his Yo...
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Chad Lymam has 20+ year LE experience, 2nd degree black belt in Jiu Jitsu, has been training mma and martial arts for over 20 years, Head BJJ Coach-Xtreme Couture MMA and Las Vegas Combat Academy, Owner and founder of Code 4 Concepts and apart of the PFC Training cadre. If you don’t know, Chad Lyman, you should and you will. Enjoy. This episode is brought to you by: Effective Fitness Training (IG: @effective.fitnesstraining) Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use ...
Mar 16, 2021•1 hr 30 min
Ashley Cummins has 10+ years in LE and has been training and competing in MMA and BJJ for 14 years. She is a professional MMA fighter ranked in the top 10 in the world in the 105lb weight class. She is a DT instructor for her PD and the police academy. She sets the example for not just female officers but all officers. It was an honor. Enjoy. Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for 10% off for life. Instagram: @be_effectivepodcast @effective.fit...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Jay Wadsworth has over 20 years of Law Enforcement experience including 12 years on SWAT. Not only does he compete as black belt in BJJ, he is also the Director of DT for the NYTOA and Tactical Conferences. Jay is an instructor for C4C, PFC and Invictus. He bring a wide range of experience and knowledge to the table. Enjoy. Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for 10% off for life. Instagram: @be_effectivepodcast @effective.fitnesstraining @polic...
Feb 23, 2021•46 min
Neil Melanson, one of the baddest dudes on the planet. Before fully diving into the MMA and grappling scene he was air Marshall for many years. He's an also avid shooter and big 2A supporter. After leaving law-enforcement he became a grappling coach for some of the worlds best fighters just to name a few Randy couture, Anthony Johnson and many more high-level UFC fighters. Neil is an expert in his field and the Godfather Of Filth. His catch wrestling style is brutal and extremely effective. Enjo...
Feb 10, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Craig Jones is one of the world's best grapplers and swim suit models. Born and raised in Adelaide, Australia. Craig is a member of the Danaher Death Squad and is currently training Puerto Rico with the squad. Craig is an extremely technical athlete and his record speaks for itself. He is a submission specialist; known for both his leglocks and pinkeye. In this episode we discuss his journey from a purple belt to his current level, training methods, outlook on jiu jitsu and more. It was an honor...
Feb 02, 2021•1 hr 3 min
William Petty, started Law Enforcement career in 2003 in Albuquerque he served as Firearms Instructor, an Emergency Response Team member, and was also a member of the department’s shooting team. In 2011, Petty relocated overseas as Counter-Terrorism Instructor with the Critical National Infrastructure Authority. In 2013-present, he returned to the U.S. and resumed law enforcement with his department in Texas. While there he worked patrol and ran the firearms programs for several large regional P...
Jan 27, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Mike Counihan, started weight training at the age of 12. He currently has spent 13+ years with the NYPD and has recently moved into more of a training position within the NYPD. He is a sponsored athlete by 1st phorm and has been spotted on the cover of Men's Health Magazine and numerous tv news channels promoting health and wellness. Mike has spent years developing a social media platform to motivate and inspire other cops to take better care of themselves and be more prepared for the job. Enjoy...
Jan 19, 2021•1 hr 20 min
Craig Douglas, founder and owner of Shivwork, is not only one of best dressed men in the tactical space but an expert in the field of close quarter concepts: inside vehicle concepts, combative handgun skills from 0-5ft, edged weapons, and unarmed combat. His unconventional approach to these important disciples using a combination of Greco Roman Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and more has created an effective curriculum for personal defense, Law Enforcement and three branches of the US military. ...
Jan 12, 2021•1 hr 19 min
Discussing 2021 goals that were pulled from Instagram. Everything from career, jiu jitsu, fitness, life, financial goals and more. Enjoy. Sponsor: Effective Fitness Training Program: ( Effective Fitness ) Use code: “podcast” for 10% off for life. Instagram: @be_effectivepodcast @effective.fitnesstraining @policeposts @efcombatives Effective Fitness Combatives (EFC) Email: jay@effective.fitness IG: @efcombatives www.efcombatives.com Website: www.effective.fitness Sponsors: Effective Fitness Train...
Dec 24, 2020•20 min
Jason has over 20 years of law enforcement experience with 10 of those years being assigned to SWAT. Jason is a full-time Law Enforcement professional where his current duties as a Special Agent, consist of being assigned to a Violent Crimes Team and a Firearms/Tactics Instructor. Jason left Law Enforcement from 2011 to 2013 and served as a High Threat Diplomatic Security Professional in Iraq and Afghanistan. Jason’s past assignments consist of SWAT, Patrol, Gang Detective, FTO, Firearms / Tacti...
Dec 21, 2020•1 hr 36 min
Mitch Aguiar spent 10 years in the SEAL teams, a professional mma fighter, jiu jitsu brown belt and owner and founder of MASF Industries. He even started a 501-c3: Adopt A Cop BJJ which provides free jiu jitsu memberships for law enforcement. One of the nicest guys on the planet as long as you are on the side of righteousness and the constitution. In this episode with the violent hippie, we talk about nutrition, his time in the teams, the importance of jiu jitsu and much more. What a solid human...
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 44 min
Aaron Lohman is a NYPD Sergeant who was once 425lbs but has lost over 170lbs over the past few years. His quest is to become better everyday and help people around him with tough love, developing mental toughness, proper diet and nutrition. Aaron's story shows true perseverance and dedication. Day 1 of his lifestyle change he blows out both tires on his bike...talk about a kick in the balls. He never quit and just kept moving forward. Be more like Aaron. Enjoy. Sponsor: Effective Fitness Trainin...
Dec 15, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Two black belts and a blue...You know exactly where this conversation is going: Jiu Jitsu. Ari Knazan and Jason Rebsch, from Invictus LEO Collective, have 44+ years of combined martial arts experience and a couple decades of law enforcement experience. Their mission at Invictus is to help police officers and departments worldwide adopt Jiu Jitsu into their defensive tactics training. Ari and Jason bring a vast amount of knowledge and wisdom to the table. It was an honor to speak with these two P...
Dec 11, 2020•1 hr 54 min
