Ep. 15: Hard Roads, Strong Ties - From Confliction to Connection FT. Tone Alert Podcast

Welcome to Beyond the Barrel, where every episode takes you deeper into the lives of those who serve on the frontlines. Hosted by two dynamic leaders— Kenny, a nationally recognized K9 interdiction officer, and Attorney Mike, a U.S. Army veteran and seasoned Patrol Supervisor—this podcast is where stories of bravery, sacrifice, and humanity unfold. Beyond the Barrel isn’t just about what happens on duty—it’s about what happens when the uniform comes off. Kenny and Mike sit down with first responders and military personnel to dive into the real stories behind their service, exploring the personal challenges and triumphs that have shaped their lives. But they don’t stop there—they reveal the human side, the passions and interests that make these heroes just like you and me. From veteran and cop to entrepreneur, law enforcement officers possess a wide range of skills that seamlessly translate to the private sector. Yet, we often underestimate our own potential, believing we lack the qualifications to pursue new opportunities. It’s time we give ourselves the credit we deserve and confidently explore what lies beyond the barrel. In this episode of Beyond the Barrel, we sit down with Matthew and Austin who are law enforcement officers from out West, former adversaries turned close friends and co-hosts of the Tone Alert podcast. Together, they bring candid conversations and unfiltered perspectives to the Beyond the Barrel podcast, diving deep into the real lives of first responders and military personnel. Austin, a military veteran with a strong family legacy in law enforcement, offers a unique blend of experience and generational insight. Matthew, whose path to policing was driven by a national active shooter tragedy, brings a deeply personal perspective—including his own story of being shot in the line of duty. Their bond, built through shared struggle and respect, sets the tone for powerful, honest dialogue. In their episode, they open up about their journeys, the brotherhood forged through adversity, and the mission behind Tone Alert: to bring the real stories of first responders to light—beyond the badge, beyond the trauma, and beyond the barrel. Tone Alert is a series that focuses on America's First Responders and how they operate in their day to day life. This is a series that will tell some of the most amazing and jaw dropping stories of heroism, determination and courage that often do not see the light of day or even a garner a minuet mention on the evening news. America's finest will sit down and open up about what life is really like in the First Responder field. If you like what you hear, like, subscribe and follow the Beyond the Barrel podcast on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/beyond_the_barrel_pod/⁠⁠