The Quiet Professional
The Quiet Professional, a part of Vigilant Media Inc., is a podcast that strives to educate listeners and inspire change through candid and critical exploration of topics centered around national security, intelligence, law enforcement, and justice.
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Episodes
Episodes
Jun 1, 2026
Jun 1, 2026
1hr 3 min
Original Recording Date: 2026MAY19.
Co-host John Simpson
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own.
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Guest:
Dr. John G. Peters - President and Chief Learning Officer of the Institute for the Prevention of In-Custody Deaths, Inc. A former administrator, police officer, and deputy sheriff, Dr. Peters is author of more than 300 publications and is a judicially qualified expert witness.
Topics:
Qualified Immunity — A look at the evolving battle between “moment of threat” doctrine and “totality of the circumstances” analysis.
Artificial Intelligence Deep Dive — How AI is rapidly reshaping law enforcement through tools, tactics, and fighting crime.
The Human Element — Even in an AI-driven world, human judgment remains the final safeguard.
References & Resources:
Institute for the Prevention of In-Custody Deaths, Inc. website: https://www.ipicd.com/
IPICD Online Training Center: https://ipicdtc.com/
Find IPICD on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/institute-for-the-prevention-of-in-custody-deaths-inc.
Find Dr. Peters on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-peters-ph-d-7a22a85
Find John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59
John Simpson’s books are available below!
Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T629L6
https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T1QN2X
https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship
Snipers Notebook
Send check or money order for $30.00* to:
Simpsonian Institute
2774 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 109 #141
Kennesaw, GA 30144
For more information, contact the author at: the-institute@live.com
* This pricing includes shipping within the United States. GA residents add 4% sales tax. Copy of police or military ID required for purchase. Orders will not be processed without a copy of your credentials. Add $10.00 for a Supplementary CD-ROM that expands on the book. International sales please contact for shipping prices.
May 25, 2026
May 25, 2026
1hr 4 min
Original Recording Date: 2026MAY01.
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own.
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Guests:
April Sponsel - Mentorship Director with Legal Services for Crime Victims in Arizona. Also, instructor and CEO of Legion Lex.
Doug McBride - Author and retired Sergeant from the Phoenix Police Department.
Topics:
Ashes of Phoenix — Riots, politics, violence, and public perception collide in a more nuanced look at a revisit to a prior podcast.
Credibility Forged Under Pressure — The legal, operational, and personal realities behind impossible decisions.
Choosing the Target — The intelligence, pressure, and consequences behind every calculated move.
The Paper Trail Never Lies — Timelines, statements, and the details that mattered most.
References & Resources:
More to this story on the website PoliticallyCharged.com: www.politicallycharged.com
Find April on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilsponsel/
May 19, 2026
May 19, 2026
46 min
Original Recording Date: 2026MAY11.
Co-host John Simpson
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own.
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Guest:
Derrick Bartlett – Founder and Director of Snipercraft Inc., President of the American Sniper Association, and creator of Tactical Vision, an advanced observation-skills course designed to enhance officer safety.
Topics:
SniperWeek – Updates from their latest event. SniperWeek is an intense, job-driven blend of range training and competition, recognized as the largest and longest-running police sniper training event of its kind in the world.
New Directions, Odd Habits, and What’s Trending – Tools that sharpen the edge when they’re respected and practiced.
Comparing military to law enforcement – Two worlds people think they understand because of movies and headlines.
References & Resources:
Snipercraft Inc. & Tactical Vision website: http://www.snipercraft.org/
American Sniper Association website: http://www.americansniper.org/index.htm
ASA Police Sniper Utilization Survey: http://www.americansniper.org/survey.htm
John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59/
Order one of John’s book!
Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T629L6
https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T1QN2X
https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship
Snipers Notebook
Send check or money order for $30.00* to:
Simpsonian Institute
2774 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 109 #141
Kennesaw, GA 30144
For more information, contact the author at: the-institute@live.com
* This pricing includes shipping within the United States. GA residents add 4% sales tax. Copy of police or military ID required for purchase. Orders will not be processed without a copy of your credentials. Add $10.00 for a Supplementary CD-ROM that expands on the book. International sales please contact for shipping prices.
May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026
56 min
Original Recording Date: 2026APR22.
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own.
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Guest:
Jayden Posen – A survivor and advocate whose life was shaped as young as 14, by repeated experiences of sexual violence, exploitation and attempted trafficking. After years of being silenced, she now speaks publicly, exposing the reality of what many others quietly experience.
Topics:
Monsters in Plain Sight – Sexual violence and manipulation are not confined to stereotypes. Anyone can be a predator. Anyone can be a target.
The Signs You Missed – These acts often unfold openly, hidden behind trust, status, and everyday interactions.
Echoes of Trauma – The fear lingers long after the moment passes. Hear the weight carried in their voices and stories. Any of this echo events from your life?
References & Resources:
Jayden Posen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaydenposen/
May 11, 2026
May 11, 2026
1hr 3 min
Original Recording Date: 2026APR22.
Co-host John Simpson
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own.
Find #TheQuietProfessional across all podcast platforms and more content through the convenient Linktree ▶️ https://linktr.ee/tqp780 ◀️
Guests:
Dr. Chase Spears – a former U.S. Army public affairs officer with over 20 years of service and a tour in Afghanistan. Dr. Spears is now a writer, public intellectual, and host of the Finding Your Spine podcast at the Herzog Foundation.
Topics:
Inside the Machine – A rare view from deep within one of the world’s largest and most powerful institutions: the U.S. Army.
Taking the Hit – Standing firm in an era of pressure, censorship, and calculated silence.
Finding a Spine – Leadership, conviction, and principled decision-making when the cost is real.
References & Resources:
Finding Your Spine Podcast is on all podcast platforms: https://chasespears.com/finding-your-spine-podcast/
Dr. Spears website: https://chasespears.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/drchasespears
X: http://www.twitter.com/drchasespears
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@drchasespears
Substack: https://chasespears.substack.com/
John Simpson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-simpson-b6114b59/
John Simpson’s books are available below!
Foundations of Patrol Rifle Marksmanship
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T629L6
https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-patrol-rifle-marksmanship
Foundations of Sniper Marksmanship
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2T1QN2X
https://blue360media.com/products/foundations-of-sniper-marksmanship
Snipers Notebook
Send check or money order for $30.00* to:
Simpsonian Institute
2774 N. Cobb Parkway, Suite 109 #141
Kennesaw, GA 30144
For more information, contact the author at: the-institute@live.com
* This pricing includes shipping within the United States. GA residents add 4% sales tax. Copy of police or military ID required for purchase. Orders will not be processed without a copy of your credentials. Add $10.00 for a Supplementary CD-ROM that expands on the book. International sales please contact for shipping prices.