When media myths define the moment: Fixing the narrative on police use of force

What happens when a split-second decision on the street becomes a media headline is stripped of context? In this episode of the Policing Matters podcast, retired LAPD Captain Greg Meyer joins host Jim Dudley on the Policing Matters podcast to discuss his new book, “ Hard Cases: Police Use of Force in America .” Drawing from decades of experience and insider knowledge on some of the most controversial police incidents, Meyer shares why he wrote the book, the importance of addressing media misinformation and how law enforcement leaders can push back against false narratives. About our sponsor This episode of the Policing Matters Podcast is brought to you by Lexipol , the experts in policy, training, wellness support and grants assistance for first responders and government leaders. To learn more, visit lexipol.com .