Built Different
Real stories from first responders, military veterans, and law enforcement officers. Hear firsthand experiences, untold challenges, and life after the badge....
Episodes
In this week’s episode of Built Different, Colin Ledbetter sits down with St. Louis City Police Officer Brian Hayes for a grounded conversation about policing with purpose.
Brian opens up about growing up in St. Louis, serving in the military, and joining the force at age 39 after years of persistence. Now with nearly a decade on the job, Brian shares how his roots in the community shape the way he polices, trains new officers, ...
Follow Punchline Productions
In this week’s episode of Built Different, Colin Ledbetter sits down with Lori Bosma and Tom Crease from Responder Development & Empowerment for a powerful conversation on PTSD, trauma, and healing in the first responder community.
Lori and Tom break down the unseen weight carried by those on the front lines—from hypervigilance and emotional detachment to the ripple effects on family and identit...
In this week's episode of Built Different, Colin Ledbetter sits down with Sean Kovic of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department for a raw, unfiltered look at life for a first responder. Sean opens up about entering the force during the height of COVID and enduring not one—but two near-death experiences: an accidental fentanyl overdose and being shot in the line of duty.
From the brotherhood of the badge to the mental toll o...
On this powerful episode of Built Different Podcast, Collin Ledbetter sits down with Ann Dorn, retired Sergeant of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department and founder of the Captain David Dorn Foundation.
Ann shares the deeply emotional story of losing her husband, Captain David Dorn, who was tragically murdered during the George Floyd riots in 2020 while protecting a local business. She walks us through the events of that ...
On this episode of Built Different, host Colin Ledbetter comes to you from Busch Stadium at a blood drive held in his honor. Colin and his partner, Nate, reflect on the harrowing night they were both shot in January 2022 and the 50 pints of blood it took to keep them alive.
Joined by the Red Cross and fellow donors, they discuss the lifesaving impact of blood donations, the critical shortages hospitals face, and why it's crucial...
Watch this week's episode of Built Different where Colin Ledbetter sits down to discuss his personal history with the Red Cross, the urgent need for blood donations, and why every pint matters.
#builtdifferentpodcast #donatebloodsavelife #blooddonor #givebloodsavelives #blooddrive #redcross #policeofficer #firstresponders #lineofduty #STLPolice #MissouriStrong
Watch this week's episode of Built Different where Colin Ledbetter sits down to discuss his personal history with the Red Cross, the urgent need for blood donations, and why every pint matters.
#builtdifferentpodcast #donatebloodsavelife #blooddonor #givebloodsavelives #blooddrive #redcross #policeofficer #firstresponders #lineofduty #STLPolice #MissouriStrong
On this episode of Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter sits down with longtime friend and St. Louis Metropolitan Police Officer Ben. Collin and Ben have known each other for nearly a decade, having served together in the National Guard before Ben joined the police department in 2019.
The two reminisce about their time in the military, including missed opportunities like a deployment to Singapore, and dive deep into th...
In this episode of Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter sits down with Chad Cross, a former St. Louis City Police Officer and Marine Corps veteran, to dive deep into his experiences in law enforcement and the military.
Chad shares his journey from enlisting in the Marine Corps right out of high school to transitioning into law enforcement and eventually serving on the St. Louis SWAT team. He reflects on the challenges ...
In this powerful episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter sits down with Barbara O’Connor, wife of injured Arnold Police Officer Ryan O’Connor, to discuss the life-changing impact of the 2017 shooting that left Ryan with a severe traumatic brain injury. Barbara opens up about the harrowing experience, the immediate and long-term challenges her family faced, and the vital support systems that stepped in to help,...
In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter is joined by John, a sergeant and K-9 handler with the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office and a Marine Corps veteran. Collin and John discuss John's journey from military service to law enforcement, sharing stories about deployments to Afghanistan and Okinawa, as well as the unique challenges of balancing police work and family life.
John dives into his day-to-...
In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter is joined by Mike Simms, President of the Jefferson County Backstoppers and a board member of Guns N’ Hoses. Together, they discuss the incredible work Backstoppers.org does to support the families of fallen and injured first responders, ensuring they receive financial assistance, education, counseling, and more.
Mike shares how his personal connection to law ...
In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter is joined by Brad, a former St. Louis City police officer and current member of a suburban police department. Brad and Collin reflect on their years working together in District 6, sharing stories from the frontlines of one of the city's toughest areas.
The conversation dives deep into the unique challenges of law enforcement, the importance of family support,...
In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter welcomes St. Louis Police Officer Dylan to share stories from his five years of policing in District 6. Dylan reflects on his journey from growing up in DeSoto, Missouri, to serving in the Navy, and eventually transitioning into law enforcement.
The two discuss Dylan’s time in the Navy, including his deployments to Japan and Cambodia, and the unexpected path tha...
In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter reconnects with his former partner and Marine Corps veteran, Officer Josh, from the Fairview Heights Police Department. Together, they dive into the stark contrasts between policing in St. Louis’ high-crime District 6 and the more suburban environment of Fairview Heights, where retail thefts and traffic accidents take center stage over violent crimes.
Josh share...
In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter sits down with Greg, a 15-year veteran of the St. Louis Police Department, to share a mix of hilarious and heartfelt stories from their time in law enforcement. From a rookie mishap involving a stolen gun belt to navigating the challenges of working nights in one of the city’s toughest districts, Greg reflects on the lessons he’s learned and the evolution of his ...
In this special episode of the Built Different Podcast, the tables turn as Collin Ledbetter becomes the guest and Corey Schonhorst, the creative mind behind Punchline Productions, takes on the role of host. Join Corey and Collin as they tackle some lighthearted myths and real-life insights about law enforcement in a fun, Mythbusters style format.
From the classic donut stereotype to uncovering hidden truths about police stops and ...
In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, host Collin Ledbetter sits down with Kate, a former deputy from the St. Charles County Sheriff’s Department who now works as a cybersecurity engineer. Kate shares her journey from law enforcement to the corporate world, describing the unique challenges and rewards of each role. Together, they dive into her daily responsibilities at the courthouse, stories from the road, and the lesson...
Collin Ledbetter's Built Different Podcast brings you an inside look into the lives and careers of law enforcement professionals, with firsthand stories that highlight both the challenges and rewarding moments of police work. In this episode, Collin is joined by his former colleague, Griffin Montgomery, who currently works in the District 6 Detective Bureau for the St. Louis Police Department. Together, they talk about Griffin's jo...
Popular Podcasts
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
The latest news in 4 minutes updated every hour, every day.
If you eat, sleep, and breathe true crime, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT is serving up your nightly fix. Five nights a week, KT STUDIOS & iHEART RADIO invite listeners to pull up a seat for an unfiltered look at the biggest cases making headlines, celebrity scandals, and the trials everyone is watching. With a mix of expert analysis, hot takes, and listener call-ins, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT goes beyond the headlines to uncover the twists, turns, and unanswered questions that keep us all obsessed—because, at TRUE CRIME TONIGHT, there’s a seat for everyone. Whether breaking down crime scene forensics, scrutinizing serial killers, or debating the most binge-worthy true crime docs, True Crime Tonight is the fresh, fast-paced, and slightly addictive home for true crime lovers.
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.