Leon County Sheriff's Office Podcast

"If your dreams and the work you're doing doesn't scare you, then they're probably not big enough." — Royle King II What happens when you trade your personal ambition for a greater purpose? Join us as we sit down with Royle King II, Executive Director of the Council on the Status of Men and Boys. Royle shares his journey from a young man in Dallas with big dreams to a dedicated leader in Tallahassee, proving that the influence of a single mentor can change the trajectory of an entire generation. You do not want to miss this powerful conversation on faith, purpose, and the heavy, rewarding work of building a better community. +++++++ This is episode 015. Find more information here: https://www.leoncountyso.com/

"I think, you know, if you look at human nature, I think we've always in history, there've been bad elements to society. And I like to think that as law enforcement officers we're there to protect the rest of society from those bad elements." — Deputy John Simpson What happens when the "CSI effect" meets 35 years of real-world grit? Deputy John Simpson joins Javonni Hampton to pull back the curtain on a career spanning from the "bullpens" of old-school jails to the high-stakes precision of the Crime Scene Unit. It is a close look at the human behind the badge, the cases that never leave you, and the faith that keeps a veteran officer grounded in the face of tragedy. +++++++ This is episode 013. Find more information here: https://www.leoncountyso.com/

"We're a part of the community just like you are. We're going to church next to you. We're driving in a car next to you on the weekends and we're a part of the community just like you are." — Detective Davis Clarke Born and raised in Leon County, FL, Detective Davis Clarke isn't just patrolling the streets of Leon County; he’s protecting his own backyard. From the high-stakes "trial by fire" of public speaking at Leon High to investigating property crimes and launching a department-wide Run Club, Clarke reveals the human side of the star. Tune in to hear how this second-generation public servant balances the weight of the badge with a passion for mental clarity and community mentorship. +++++++ This is episode 011. Find more information here: https://www.leoncountyso.com/

"I am a servant of people. I think this has been a calling... I found a way to positively affect people's lives on a daily basis." — Chief Bobby Green From the football fields of Godby High to the high-stakes world of vice and narcotics, Chief Bobby Green has spent over thirty years serving Leon County. In this candid conversation, Green reveals the "unconventional" interview that jumpstarted his career (involving a fleece sweatsuit and a clip-on tie) and shares why he believes his role as a servant always comes before his rank. Whether you are looking for leadership wisdom or a raw look at the evolution of law enforcement, this episode offers a unique perspective on what it means to be a "human behind the badge." +++++++ This is episode 009. Find more information here: https://www.leoncountyso.com/

"God can do exceeding abundantly above all that we can think or imagine. I have seen that manifest in my life in every aspect." — Shonda Knight What happens when a history-making news anchor walks away from the number one show in the region? Shonda Knight opens up about her transition from the WCTV news desk to the front lines of community affairs and reentry at the Leon County Sheriff's Office. Discover how she is using her "vessel" to provide a second chance for those coming out of incarceration and why she believes her career was always guided by a higher power. +++++++ This is episode 007. Find more information here: https://www.leoncountyso.com/

"We are managing younger individuals who want to know why—not out of disrespect, but so they can get a clear perspective of what actually it is that you want me to do. When people know the why, they perform at a different level." — Captain Andrea Blalock What does it really take for a woman to lead in an environment most people spend their lives trying to avoid? In this special Women’s History Month episode, Javonni Hampton sits down with Captain Andrea Blalock and Captain Georgella Dent, two powerhouses with over 50 years of combined service at the Leon County Detention Facility. From the tears of the first three months on the job to the "divine appointment" of leadership, these women peel back the curtain on the life of a corrections officer. You’ll hear about the weight of the uniform, the power of mentorship, and why "knowing your why" changes everything. +++++++ This is episode 005. Find more information here: https://www.leoncountyso.com/

"If you're getting into the field of law enforcement for any other reason than to serve others, then that's probably not the career field that you need to be in." — Undersheriff Ron Cave What happens when a victim of childhood abuse grows up to lead the very police force that once rescued him? In this moving episode, Undersheriff Ron Cave of the Leon County Sheriff's Office shares his journey from the foster care system to high-level law enforcement leadership. He challenges the traditional "lock 'em up" mentality, revealing why compassion, community partnerships, and addressing root causes like mental health and poverty are the true keys to a safer society. +++++++ This is episode 003. Find more information here: https://www.leoncountyso.com/

"I started in 1979... raring to get involved in trying to change the scope of policing across our country." — Sheriff Walt McNeil What does it truly mean to be "All In"? In the debut episode of the LCSO podcast, Sheriff Walt McNeil reflects on nearly 50 years of service—from patrol officer to FBI Academy graduate to Sheriff. He pulls back the curtain on why Leon County’s crime rate is dropping, the "Night Watchman" philosophy of policing, and why the most powerful tool in a deputy’s belt isn’t a gun, but a partnership with the community.