Would you believe more hours of training are required to become a nurse, cosmetologist, or plumber than to wear the badge? Police departments across the United States continue to see the aftermath of the “defund the police” movement as they deal with staffing shortages and community distrust. Amidst this increased scrutiny, they remain the thin blue line between order and chaos. Drawing from an illustrious 31-year career as a police officer, use-of-force expert Joe Dutton brings an insider’s perspective to the evolving crisis. He shares personal anecdotes with host Roshini Rajkumar from his time on the force and the evolution of policing since the nation’s founding. They explore significant disparities across US states and compared with foreign nations when it comes to required training before you are licensed to arrest and have the power to kill. Plus, find out why the difference in policing styles between the East and West Coasts of the United States matter as departments try to boost their ranks and respond to important mental health requirements of the communities they serve.