WEST PALM BEACH, FL — In a crowded landscape of opinion-heavy podcasts and sensationalized true crime series, "The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast" is carving a distinct niche, one grounded in authenticity, resilience, and firsthand experience.
Hosted by retired police sergeant John J. Wiley, the nationally syndicated show is anything but typical. Airing on 132 affiliate stations and available as a free podcast on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and www.LETRadio.com, the show brings real-life stories from law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, trauma survivors, and their families directly to listeners.
“This isn’t your typical crime show,” Wiley said. “It’s not about politics, and it’s not about telling people what to think. It’s about listening to the people who’ve lived it.”
The show avoids sensationalism and instead focuses on personal experiences, what happened, how it affected the individual and their loved ones, and how they found the strength to rebuild.
“About 80% of our guests have been through intense trauma,” Wiley noted. “But the heart of the show is how they came through it, and how that shapes who they are today.”
Each 40-minute episode is recorded by phone from a radio studio in West Palm Beach, making it accessible to guests from across the country. And while heavy topics such as PTSD and trauma are frequently addressed, Wiley emphasizes that the show is never about “trauma dumping.” Instead, it highlights stories of recovery, growth, and perseverance.
Launched in 2017 as a grassroots podcast, "The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show" has since grown into a nationally recognized radio program. According to ListenNotes.com, it now ranks in the top 0.1% of all podcasts globally, an extraordinary feat, considering the podcasting world hosts more than 6.5 million shows and 584 million listeners worldwide, as reported by Backlink Info in March 2025.
To date, the free podcast version of the show has racked up over 7 million listens and continues to draw hundreds of thousands of monthly downloads. Its success, Wiley says, is proof that people are hungry for stories that are real.
“This show is about community,” he said. “It’s about people who’ve lived through the unthinkable and come out stronger.”
Each episode ends with a two-minute segment where guests can promote their books, causes, or organizations, another way Wiley ensures the platform amplifies voices that matter without turning into an infomercial.
Free Ways to Support the Show and Help them Grow
Despite its popularity, Wiley stresses that everything the show offers remains free, no subscriptions, no hidden fees, and no paywalls. And there are several easy, cost-free ways that fans can help the show continue to grow.
Here’s how listeners can get involved:
- Listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or directly at www.LETRadio.com
- Follow and share on social media:
- Facebook:
- Instagram:
- LinkedIn: The show host John J. Wiley or the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show Page
- Share favorite episodes with friends and on social media
- Leave a review on podcast platforms to help boost visibility
- Follow the podcast to never miss an episode
Wiley believes the show's impact goes beyond numbers and downloads. “Every listener, every share, every review helps us spread awareness,” he said. “It supports those who’ve served, those who’ve survived, and those who continue to fight through the aftermath.”
Whether you're in law enforcement, a first responder, a trauma survivor, or simply someone who wants to better understand and support those who’ve walked a difficult path, "The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast" offers something rare: a chance to listen, to learn, and to connect.
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