De-Escalation Station

The De-Escalation Station Podcast with Ernest Stevens from HBO’s Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:43:51 -0700

Welcome to The De-Escalation Station Podcast with hosts Andy Prisco and Tony Blauer. In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Ernest Stevens from the acclaimed HBO documentary Ernie & Joe: Crisis Cops — a film that has inspired millions around the world to take a closer look at mental health crisis intervention and compassionate response. Together, we dive into what really happens on a crisis call, the realities of de-escalation in high-stress situations, suicide prevention, trauma-informed communication, and the critical importance of empathy in crisis response. Whether you work in mental health, law enforcement, education, caregiving, or simply want to better understand human behavior under stress, this conversation offers valuable insight and practical perspective. 🎧 Watch now and join the conversation. #mentalhealthawareness #crisisintervention #suicideprevention #mentalhealthmatters #deescalation #traumainformedcare #crisisresponse #firstresponders #podcast #jumpstartmastery

De-Escalation That Actually Works | Low Arousal, Crisis Care, Burnout Prevention | w Andy McDonnell

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:42:51 -0700

When stress is high and the moment matters, you need tools that actually work. In this De-escalation Station session, Professor Andrew McDonnell, PhD, joins Tony Blauer and Andy Prisco for a powerful, real-world conversation on low arousal approaches and evidence-based crisis management. We dive into: • The science behind low arousal care • What evidence-based crisis response really looks like • How to protect staff and caregivers from burnout • The role of movement, jiu jitsu, and emotional regulation • Building support systems that solve problems instead of labeling people Whether you work in care, education, crisis response, or simply want strategies that create calm instead of chaos, this conversation is packed with insight you can use immediately. 🎙️ Live with Tony Blauer & Andy Prisco #lowarousalapproach #crisismanagement #deescalation #traumainformedcare #caregiverburnout #emotionalregulation #crisisresponse #neurodiversityaffirming #mentalhealthsupport #behavioralsupport #jiujitsu #movementbasedhealing

De-Escalation Station with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, Tony Blauer, & Andy Prisco

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:41:35 -0700

In this powerful episode of De-Escalation Station, Lt. Col. Dave Grossman joins hosts Andy Prisco and Tony Blauer for a deep dive into the psychology of conflict, aggression, and resilience. Grossman – a retired U.S. Army Ranger, paratrooper, former West Point psychology professor, and world-renowned expert on human aggression – brings raw insight into: ✔️ The effects of violent media ✔️ The absence of truth in our culture ✔️ Why good and evil feel more overt than ever ✔️ What it takes to stand strong in chaotic times Don’t miss this thought-provoking discussion that blends real-world expertise with practical takeaways for anyone facing conflict. 👉 Subscribe for more real-world de-escalation stories and practical advice. #DeEscalationConversations #DaveGrossman #TonyBlauer #AndyPrisco #ConflictResolution #Resilience #Podcast