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In this episode of the Black Executive Perspective Podcast, hosts Tony Tidbit and Chris P. Reed delve into pressing issues surrounding race, accountability, and psychological competency in leadership roles, especially law enforcement. The discussion highlights a recent tragic incident involving the killing of Sonya Massey by a police officer. It contrasts it with another case where a white woman firing a gun in a police station was handled non-lethally. The podcast champions the need for mandatory psychological evaluations in key positions and calls for consistent accountability and justice. The episode also emphasizes the importance of ongoing learning, empathy, and proactive measures in creating a better, fairer world.

▶︎ In This Episode

1. 00:00: Introduction and Initial Discussion
2. 00:34: Podcast Introduction and Sponsors
3. 01:43: Vacation and Current Events
4. 03:08: Qualifications for Roles and Psychological Evaluations
5. 04:42: Discussion on Presidential Competency
6. 21:43: Law Enforcement and Psychological Testing
7. 27:17: Case Study: Sonya Massey Incident
8. 30:55: Police Arrive at the Scene
9. 31:40: Unexpected Turn of Events
10. 31:59: Analyzing the Officer's Actions
11. 34:03: Accountability in Law Enforcement
12. 36:27: The Importance of Psychological Screening
13. 51:04: Comparing Police Responses
14. 55:23: Final Thoughts and Reflections

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