In this episode, the host interviews Kevin Schmitt, a retired sheriff’s department officer and renowned firearms instructor from Virginia. Kevin discusses his upbringing in Campbell County, his football career at UVA and Liberty, and his transition into law enforcement in the 1980s. He shares stories from his police academy days, patrol shifts, SWAT team leadership, and memorable incidents, including a dramatic hostage rescue. Kevin also reflects on changes in law enforcement culture, the importance of training and team cohesion, and his experiences instructing both officers and civilians in firearms safety and tactics.
