Episode 117 – Leadership, Legends and Letting Good Cops Lead – with Andy Bedwell

Leadership in policing — everyone talks about it, but what actually makes a good leader?

In this episode, the Two Ordinary Cops welcome back fan favourite Andy Bedwell for one of the most thought-provoking conversations yet. While the episode starts with some reflections and real-world examples, it quickly builds into a powerful discussion about leadership, decision-making, and what’s really going wrong — and right — in policing today.

From remote communities to major incidents, Andy shares lessons learned from decades on the frontline, breaking down why good leadership matters, how poor leadership impacts policing, and what can actually be done to fix it.

This is more than just a conversation about rank — it’s about influence, trust, communication, and empowering good cops to do what they do best.

If you’ve ever worked in policing, leadership, or any high-pressure environment, this episode will resonate.

And trust us… by the end, this one hits hard.

🎧 Don’t miss Episode 117 — one of the most insightful conversations we’ve had yet.