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Tyler Brandes Joins Ben Rodgers To Discuss His Love For Being A Reserved Officer

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Tyler Brandes joins Ben Rodgers to share his unique path from being a dive master in the Caribbean—working with physically handicapped individuals—to serving as a Reserve Officer with the Sparta Police Department. Originally from St. Petersburg, Florida, Tyler recounts how he met his wife in college and eventually settled in her hometown of Sparta, Tennessee. With over 30 years of diving experience, he brings a disciplined perspective to law enforcement and discusses the rigorous training and hiring process for reserve officers. He also explains the key differences between reserve and full-time officers, and why the presence of reserve personnel is essential to both the police department and the community. This episode offers an insightful look into the often-overlooked role of reserve officers and the impact they quietly make every day.

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