Policing Without Firearms: The British Way | Kul Mahay | Ep.169

Policing Without Firearms: The British Way | Kul Mahay | Ep.169

July 5, 2026 · 1h 28m · Episode 169

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Retired Temporary Chief Superintendent Kul Mahay shares his journey and insights on UK policing, including the mental toll on officers and the importance of leadership.

In this powerful interview, retired Temporary Chief Superintendent Kul Mahay shares his remarkable journey through UK policing — from 16-year-old cadet to senior commander. Kul opens up about the brutal reality of the job: the 2024 Manchester Airport attack, leading riots and public order operations, homicide investigations, disaster victim identification after tragic motorway crashes, and the hidden mental toll on officers. He discusses the shift in police training, the importance of policing by consent, firearms policy in the UK, dark humor as a coping mechanism, and the critical importance of strong human-centered leadership. If you're in law enforcement, thinking about joining, or supporting those who serve, this episode is a must-watch for raw insight, leadership lessons, and powerful stories from the front lines of British policing. 🎥 Episode 169 Welcome to our channel, Reasons We Serve, a podcast dedicated to exploring the motivations, challenges, and realities of working in law enforcement. We dive deep into the personal stories of officers, discuss different career paths, and break down the roles of various agencies—from local police departments to state and federal law…

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