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Real conversations.
Better understanding.
Police officers, community voices, and people with different perspectives—at the same table. We talk about the good, confront misconduct, and look for solutions.
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Erik Lavigne
Chief Eddie Garcia
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MEET YOUR HOST
Welcome to TCOD.
I'm Erik.
I started Two Cops One Donut to help police and the communities they serve understand one another. That means recognizing good work, asking difficult questions, and making room for people who see things differently.
Watch the short introduction, then pull up a chair. You don't have to agree with everyone to be part of the conversation.
NEW HERE? START WITH A CONVERSATION
Get to know the show.
Police experience meets civil-rights questions and independent perspectives. Start with a conversation, not a conclusion.
ACCOUNTABILITY
Qualified Immunity: Protecting Good Cops or Shielding Bad Ones?
TCOD discusses the truth about qualified immunity with civil rights attorney Brandon Grable of Clearly Established.
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LEADERSHIP
Police Leadership: Why Promotion Isn’t Enough | Bill Fraass
Bill Fraass joins the panel to talk about developing leaders before they receive the promotion.
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DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES
Benn Jordan & a Cop: Can We Trust Police Surveillance?
An independent perspective on police surveillance: Benn Jordan joins TCOD to question privacy risks and the safeguards communities should expect.
Listen to the interviewFeatured selections reviewed November 12, 2026. Find new releases on our YouTube channel and podcast feed.
FEATURED TCOD REACTION SHORTS
Real moments. Real conversations.
Quick reactions to real-world moments—then the conversation is yours.
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POLICING & RIGHTS
Police Called Over Filming: Did These Cops Get It Wrong?
How would you handle this call?
Watch & join the discussionTRAFFIC STOPS
Sovereign Citizen Claims Diplomatic Immunity. Does It Work?
What stands out to you in this stop?
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RIGHTS & ACCOUNTABILITY
Arrested for Staying Silent?
How should this encounter have been handled?
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PULL UP A CHAIR
In the Studio
Same room. Real conversations. We bring guests into the TCOD studio, too.
LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY TRUST
Chief Eddie Garcia
From SWAT to Chief
Chief Eddie Garcia sits down with Erik to talk leadership, accountability, supporting officers, and building safer communities.
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FATHER, SON & LIFE BEHIND THE BADGE
Ret. Lt. Freddy Gilbert
Roles Reversed: My Dad Interviews Me
Retired Lt. Freddy Gilbert turns the microphone on Erik for a father-and-son conversation about policing and the person behind the badge.
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USE OF FORCE & HUMAN PERFORMANCE
Von Kliem
Force Science: Police Jargon or Real Science?
Von Kliem joins TCOD in the studio to unpack human performance, police decision-making, and what force science can tell us.
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The conversation keeps going.
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Partner with TCOD →Hello, and welcome to the home of Two Cops One Donut. I am Erik Lavigne and I am the founder and host. Here we've created a platform to not just talk, but engage, educate, and evolve. Here on Two Cops One Donut we are dedicated to shining a light on the good work our officers do every day, calling out misconduct when it happens, and most importantly, discussing solutions.
We're not just talking about the problems, we're here to bridge the gap between the police and the communities they serve. On our page you'll find all of our latest content; to include our social media pages and our video content on YouTube. We believe in a future where law enforcement and the community work hand in hand for safety, justice, and mutual understanding. We humbly ask you subscribe, listen, and let's move forward together. Welcome to Two Cops One Donut, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more engaging content. See you on the inside.