PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission. Special Episode. This retired Deputy Sheriff from the Orange County Sheriff's Office talks about the impacts of her law enforcement career. The violence and trauma, plus the profound impacts of the drowning deaths of two children. In addition to all the violence, she talks about the drowning deaths of children and the impact it had on them.

Donna "D.A." Michaels  joins John Jay Wiley. Donna is a retired Orange County Florida Deputy Sheriff, she is also a Veteran of the US Navy. Donna discusses her law enforcement career, including the violence and trauma that she witnessed. She discusses the drowning deaths of two young children, being on scene and the devastating effects that those events had on her. Donna is also and author, having written the book "Courageously Broken" using the name D.A. Michaels. In addition her mission after retiring from Law Enforcement is being an advocate and assisting veterans and first responders that have been afflicted with PTSD. PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

In this compelling episode of the podcast we delve into the poignant story of Donna "D.A." Michaels, a retired Deputy Sheriff from the Orange County Sheriff's Office, whose life and mission were profoundly influenced by trauma and tragedy.

PTSD and Trauma: Donna's journey is one of resilience amidst adversity. Her experience as a law enforcement officer was characterized by violence and trauma, compounded by the heart-wrenching loss of witnessing the drowning deaths of two children. These events left indelible marks on her psyche, shaping her perspective and purpose.

Veteran and Author: As a Veteran of the US Navy, Donna brings a unique perspective to her story. She is also the author of "Courageously Broken," a poignant memoir that explores her experiences and the transformative power of resilience. Under the pen name D.A. Michaels, Donna shares her journey of healing and advocacy. PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission. You can listen to this in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

Mission of Advocacy: Beyond her law enforcement career, Donna is committed to advocating for and supporting veterans and first responders grappling with PTSD. Her passion for this cause drives her to champion initiatives that provide assistance and support to those in need.

How prevalent are drowning deaths of Children. The statistics are sobering. According to the Children's Safety Network, every year in the US, 3,572 people die from drowning. Nine hundred and forty-five of them are children. Children account for one out of four drowning deaths. The Orlando Sentinel reports that Florida leads the nation in child drownings. The year 2022 saw 93 kids drown, 99 in 2021, 69 in 2020, 65 in 2019, 88 in 2018, and 82 in 2017. Four drowned in Orange County, one in Lake County, four in Osceola County and five in Seminole County. PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. 

Donna Michaels' story is one of resilience, compassion, and the transformative power of turning trauma into a catalyst for positive change. Join us as we explore the depths of her experiences and the profound impact of her mission on the lives of others.Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts or most major podcast platforms.

Listen to the full episode of this podcast for an inspiring journey of resilience and advocacy.

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 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission. Special Episode. This retired Deputy Sheriff from the Orange County Sheriff's Office talks about the impacts of her law enforcement career. The violence and trauma, plus the profound impacts of the drowning deaths of two children. In addition to all the violence, she talks about the drowning deaths of children and the impact it had on them.
Donna "D.A." Michaels  joins John Jay Wiley. Donna is a retired Orange County Florida Deputy Sheriff, she is also a Veteran of the US Navy. Donna discusses her law enforcement career, including the violence and trauma that she witnessed. She discusses the drowning deaths of two young children, being on scene and the devastating effects that those events had on her. Donna is also and author, having written the book "Courageously Broken" using the name D.A. Michaels. In addition her mission after retiring from Law Enforcement is being an advocate and assisting veterans and first responders that have been afflicted with PTSD. PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission. Available on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ptsd-broken-by-trauma-deaths-of-children-shaped-her/id1217923682?i=1000650248501">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/0lfrtkmH7DalJFiRmaqtS8">Spotify</a>, our <a href="https://www.letradio.com/ptsd-broken-by-trauma-deaths-of-children-shaped/?utm_source=LETPodcast">website</a> or most major podcast platforms.
In this compelling episode of the podcast we delve into the poignant story of Donna "D.A." Michaels, a retired Deputy Sheriff from the Orange County Sheriff's Office, whose life and mission were profoundly influenced by trauma and tragedy.
PTSD and Trauma: Donna's journey is one of resilience amidst adversity. Her experience as a law enforcement officer was characterized by violence and trauma, compounded by the heart-wrenching loss of witnessing the drowning deaths of two children. These events left indelible marks on her psyche, shaping her perspective and purpose.
Veteran and Author: As a Veteran of the US Navy, Donna brings a unique perspective to her story. She is also the author of "Courageously Broken," a poignant memoir that explores her experiences and the transformative power of resilience. Under the pen name D.A. Michaels, Donna shares her journey of healing and advocacy. PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission. You can listen to this in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.
Mission of Advocacy: Beyond her law enforcement career, Donna is committed to advocating for and supporting veterans and first responders grappling with PTSD. Her passion for this cause drives her to champion initiatives that provide assistance and support to those in need.
How prevalent are drowning deaths of Children. The statistics are sobering. According to the Children's Safety Network, every year in the US, 3,572 people die from drowning. Nine hundred and forty-five of them are children. Children account for one out of four drowning deaths. The Orlando Sentinel reports that Florida leads the nation in child drownings. The year 2022 saw 93 kids drown, 99 in 2021, 69 in 2020, 65 in 2019, 88 in 2018, and 82 in 2017. Four drowned in Orange County, one in Lake County, four in Osceola County and five in Seminole County. PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. 
Donna Michaels' story is one of resilience, compassion, and the transformative power of turning trauma into a catalyst for positive change. Join us as we explore the depths of her experiences and the profound impact of her mission on the lives of others.Listen to this for free in Apple Podcasts or most major podcast platforms.
Listen to the full episode of this podcast for an inspiring journey of resilience and advocacy.
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PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission.
 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website or most major podcast platforms.

True Crime with a twist. By and from those that have been there. Crime stories from those that investigated crimes and caught criminals. Also victims of crimes tell about their experience. Plus trauma stories, by those that have been through it. Often crime based, but not always, people talk about the trauma, how it impacted them and how they built their lives after. Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories Radio Show and

It is a True Crime Show, a Law Enforcement Officer Show and a Human Interest show all in one. Get a glimpse of life behind the badge, investigations of true crimes, violence they encounter and experience. Law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, victims of crime and their families tell their stories of the trauma they experienced mostly regarding True Crime incidents. They also talk about how they built their new lives they wanted afterwards. While many people think the show is about Law Enforcement Training, or Law Enforcement specific topis, it is not, think of True Crime Podcasts with a twist.

The Law Enforcement Talk Show goes to radio first. Therefore it is required that I use a clock for the length of segments. You've probably seen on television news interviews that they have a hard break. It's the same with radio. The stations have to be able to program in their commercials, news, weather, traffic reports etc. These are called avails, they are NOT Optional. Every guest knows about and is informed of the length of the segments and that I will interrupt them if needed to go to the break. The interviews are recorded and the guests know that the segments must be in a certain length and it is required and they get to tell their stories to millions of people for free.

The bi-weekly podcast version of the syndicated Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, with numerous affiliate US Radio Stations, broadcasting once a week to millions of people. 

The show host,  John "Jay" Wiley, is a radio DJ and Retired Baltimore Police Sergeant. The show started as a podcast, before being recruited by terrestrial AM-FM radio stations and has been in continuous operation since March of 2017. You can reach him at jay@letradio.com.

Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer, get more information about them and their music on their website.

You can follow us and connect on social media, if you are in the Clubhouse Drop In Audio App make sure you follow our club LET Radio and Podcast. You can also find and follow the host of the show John J Wiley on the Clubhouse Drop In Audio Chat program.

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True Crime with a twist. By and from those that have been there. Crime stories from those that investigated crimes and caught criminals. Also victims of crimes tell about their experience. Plus trauma stories, by those that have been through it. Often crime based, but not always, people talk about the trauma, how it impacted them and how they built their lives after. Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories Radio Show and
It is a True Crime Show, a Law Enforcement Officer Show and a Human Interest show all in one. Get a glimpse of life behind the badge, investigations of true crimes, violence they encounter and experience. Law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, victims of crime and their families tell their stories of the trauma they experienced mostly regarding True Crime incidents. They also talk about how they built their new lives they wanted afterwards. While many people think the show is about Law Enforcement Training, or Law Enforcement specific topis, it is not, think of True Crime Podcasts with a twist.
The Law Enforcement Talk Show goes to radio first. Therefore it is required that I use a clock for the length of segments. You've probably seen on television news interviews that they have a hard break. It's the same with radio. The stations have to be able to program in their commercials, news, weather, traffic reports etc. These are called avails, they are NOT Optional. Every guest knows about and is informed of the length of the segments and that I will interrupt them if needed to go to the break. The interviews are recorded and the guests know that the segments must be in a certain length and it is required and they get to tell their stories to millions of people for free.
The bi-weekly podcast version of the syndicated Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, with numerous affiliate US Radio Stations, broadcasting once a week to millions of people. 
The show host,  John "Jay" Wiley, is a radio DJ and Retired Baltimore Police Sergeant. The show started as a podcast, before being recruited by terrestrial AM-FM radio stations and has been in continuous operation since March of 2017. You can reach him at <a href="mailto:jay@lawenforcementtoday.com">jay@letradio.com</a>.
Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band <a href="http://darkhorseflyer.com/">Dark Horse Flyer</a>, get more information about them and their music on <a href="http://darkhorseflyer.com/">their website</a>.
You can follow us and connect on social media, if you are in the Clubhouse Drop In Audio App make sure you follow our club <a href="http://www.LetRadioAndPodcast.club">LET Radio and Podcast</a>. You can also find and follow the host of the show <a href="http://www.JohnJWiley.club">John J Wiley</a> on the Clubhouse Drop In Audio Chat program.
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Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories

True Crime with a twist. By and from those that have been there. Crime stories from those that investigated crimes and caught criminals. Also victims of crimes tell about their experience. Plus trauma stories, by those that have been through it. Often crime based, but not always, people talk about the trauma, how it impacted them and how they built their lives after. Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories Radio Show and Podcast.

It is a True Crime Show, a Law Enforcement Officer Show and a Human Interest show all in one. Get a glimpse of life behind the badge, investigations of true crimes, violence they encounter and experience. Law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, victims of crime and their families tell their stories of the trauma they experienced mostly regarding True Crime incidents. They also talk about how they built their new lives they wanted afterwards. While many people think the show is about Law Enforcement Training, or Law Enforcement specific topics, it is not, think of True Crime Podcasts with a twist.

The Law Enforcement Talk Show goes to radio first. Therefore it is required that I use a clock for the length of segments. You've probably seen on television news interviews that they have a hard break. It's the same with radio. The stations have to be able to program in their commercials, news, weather, traffic reports etc. These are called avails, they are NOT Optional. Every guest knows about and is informed of the length of the segments and that I will interrupt them if needed to go to the break. The interviews are recorded and the guests know that the segments must be in a certain length and it is required and they get to tell their stories to millions of people for free.

The bi-weekly podcast version of the syndicated Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, with numerous affiliate US Radio Stations, broadcasting once a week to millions of people. 

The show host,  John "Jay" Wiley, is a radio DJ and Retired Baltimore Police Sergeant. The show started as a podcast, before being recruited by terrestrial AM-FM radio stations and has been in continuous operation since March of 2017. You can reach him at jay@letradio.com.

Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer, get more information about them and their music on their website.

You can follow us and connect on social media, if you are in the Clubhouse Drop In Audio App make sure you follow our club LET Radio and Podcast. You can also find and follow the host of the show John J Wiley on the Clubhouse Drop In Audio Chat program.

Be sure to check out our website.

Like and follow our facebook page. Our Twitter account. Also on Instagram.

True Crime with a twist. By and from those that have been there. Crime stories from those that investigated crimes and caught criminals. Also victims of crimes tell about their experience. Plus trauma stories, by those that have been through it. Often crime based, but not always, people talk about the trauma, how it impacted them and how they built their lives after. Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma Stories Radio Show and Podcast.
It is a True Crime Show, a Law Enforcement Officer Show and a Human Interest show all in one. Get a glimpse of life behind the badge, investigations of true crimes, violence they encounter and experience. Law enforcement officers, first responders, military veterans, victims of crime and their families tell their stories of the trauma they experienced mostly regarding True Crime incidents. They also talk about how they built their new lives they wanted afterwards. While many people think the show is about Law Enforcement Training, or Law Enforcement specific topics, it is not, think of True Crime Podcasts with a twist.
The Law Enforcement Talk Show goes to radio first. Therefore it is required that I use a clock for the length of segments. You've probably seen on television news interviews that they have a hard break. It's the same with radio. The stations have to be able to program in their commercials, news, weather, traffic reports etc. These are called avails, they are NOT Optional. Every guest knows about and is informed of the length of the segments and that I will interrupt them if needed to go to the break. The interviews are recorded and the guests know that the segments must be in a certain length and it is required and they get to tell their stories to millions of people for free.
The bi-weekly podcast version of the syndicated Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show, with numerous affiliate US Radio Stations, broadcasting once a week to millions of people. 
The show host,  John "Jay" Wiley, is a radio DJ and Retired Baltimore Police Sergeant. The show started as a podcast, before being recruited by terrestrial AM-FM radio stations and has been in continuous operation since March of 2017. You can reach him at <a href="mailto:jay@lawenforcementtoday.com">jay@letradio.com</a>.
Background song Hurricane used by permission from the band <a href="http://darkhorseflyer.com/">Dark Horse Flyer</a>, get more information about them and their music on <a href="http://darkhorseflyer.com/">their website</a>.
You can follow us and connect on social media, if you are in the Clubhouse Drop In Audio App make sure you follow our club <a href="http://www.LetRadioAndPodcast.club">LET Radio and Podcast</a>. You can also find and follow the host of the show <a href="http://www.JohnJWiley.club">John J Wiley</a> on the Clubhouse Drop In Audio Chat program.
Be sure to check out <a href="https://www.letradio.com">our website</a>.
Like and follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LawEnforcementTodayRadioShow">our facebook page</a>. Our <a href="https://twitter.com/LETRadioShowPo1">Twitter account.</a> Also on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/letradioshowpodcast/">Instagram</a>.

PTSD Broken By Trauma, Deaths of Children Shaped Her Life. Her recovery and mission.

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