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Bend Don't BreakAuthor: Neil Dubord
Bend Don't Break is a podcast that tells the story of police officers who have overcome significant adversity in their personal and professional lives. Through the power of story, the listener will understand the depth of resilience and personal strength that exists in the men and women who protect our communities 24x7. Language: en Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Leading Through Courage with Inspector Lisa SImonson
Episode 89
Saturday, 11 October, 2025
🎙️ Bend Don't Break – Episode: Leading Through Courage with Inspector Lisa Simonson In this powerful episode of Bend Don't Break, host Neil Dubord sits down with Inspector Lisa Simonson of the Prince Albert Police Service — a trailblazer whose 25-year policing journey embodies resilience, courage, and authentic leadership. Lisa shares how her path from the Vancouver Police Department to leading major crime investigations in Saskatchewan has been marked by both triumphs and challenges — from confronting gender barriers in promotion to leading through tragedy and reform. Her four leadership pillars — Empowerment, Resilience, Connection, and Leading — come alive through deeply personal stories of standing up for what's right, navigating burnout, and redefining strength through vulnerability. This conversation dives into: How courage and ethics shape meaningful leadership Lessons learned from adversity and organizational change The importance of self-care and compassion in high-stress professions The creation of Saskatchewan Women in Policing and the power of connection Whether you're a police leader, public servant, or anyone striving to lead with integrity, Lisa's journey will leave you inspired to face hard truths, lead with heart, and never stop fighting for positive change. 🎧 Listen now to discover how resilience is forged in the moments that test us most.
