Susan Welch-Rodriguez: A 45-year Journey in Law Enforcement and Beyond
In this episode, I dive into the incredible 45-year law enforcement career of Susan Welch-Rodriguez, an author, speaker, private investigator, songwriter, and musician from Texas.
We explore her journey from starting as a clerk in 1978 to adapting to numerous changes in the field, such as the transition to semi-automatic weapons and the introduction of computers in squad cars.
We also discuss her memoir, “She's a County Mountie: From Bulletproof Vest to Armor of God,” recounting her encounters with fugitives, dangerous situations, and the emotional impact of these events on her life.
Susan shares her struggles with identity, depression, and post-traumatic stress after retiring from law enforcement and how her faith in Jesus and the transformative power of God led her to a new beginning in prison ministry.
We also touch on her work with inmates, the importance of forgiveness, and the impact it can have on changing lives.
Finally, we wrap up the episode by discussing the process of writing and publishing a book from the perspective of someone in law enforcement and our new coffee brand, Blue Java, which supports first responders through our partnership with Fund the First.
Don't miss this inspiring and captivating episode!
About Susan Welch-Rodriguez
- 45 Yrs in LE
- Author & Speaker
- Private Investigator
- Songwriter and Musician
- Texas
Follow Susan Welch-Rodriguez
- Website: https://www.susanthecop.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susan.rodriguez.7731
Chapters:
(0:00:00) – Law Enforcement Transition
(0:10:29) – Enforcing the Law
(0:22:07) – Writing a Law Book
(0:26:02) – Accepting Jesus for a New Beginning
(0:40:03) – Supporting First Responders Through Coffee
Support First Responders:
Blue Java Coffee Co. is a coffee brand that I started, one because I like coffee and two, because a portion of every purchase, will be donated to a different campaign on the “Fund the First” platform and helping first responders in need. Get your coffee here!
Chapter Summaries:
(0:00:00) – Law Enforcement Transition (10 Minutes)
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating 45-year law enforcement career of Susan Welch Rodriguez, an author, speaker, private investigator, songwriter, and musician from Texas.
Susan shares how she started as a clerk in 1978, eventually finding her way to the streets in 1984.
Over the years, she has adapted to numerous changes in the field, from the transition to semi-automatic weapons to the introduction of computers in squad cars.
Despite retiring in 2009, Susan continues to serve as a volunteer in the sheriff's posse, patrolling on horseback and working special events.
(0:10:29) – Enforcing the Law (12 Minutes)
In this segment, we explore the inspiration behind Susan Welch Rodriguez's memoir titled “She's a County Mountie: From Bulletproof Vest to Armor of God”.
Susan shares the challenges she faced while writing and how her experiences as a police officer influenced her writing process. The book recounts her encounters with fugitives, dangerous situations, and the emotional impact of these events on her life.
We also discuss the importance of sharing her experiences to help others navigate through difficult trials and crises. The memoir is available on Amazon.com.
(0:22:07) – Writing a Law Book (4 Minutes)
We discuss the process of writing and publishing a book from the perspective of someone in law enforcement. The key takeaway is to just start writing and not worry about what others might think – the hardest part is getting it on paper.
Once the story is written, it can be cleaned up and refined. Susan Welch Rodriguez shares her experience self-publishing her book with Paper Raven Publishing and how it is now available on Amazon and in stores.
We also delve into a defining moment in Susan's life, which occurred in downtown Dallas in 2009 when a freak accident left her injured and helpless.
(0:26:02) – Accepting Jesus for a New Beginning (14 Minutes)
We delve into the personal experiences of Susan Welch-Rodriguez, discussing her struggles with identity, depression, and post-traumatic stress after retiring from law enforcement.
Susan shares how her faith in Jesus and the transformative power of God helped her overcome these challenges and ultimately led her to a new beginning in prison ministry.
Through her work with inmates, Susan emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and the impact it can have on changing lives.
The conversation also features entertaining anecdotes from Susan's career in law enforcement, as well as her thoughts on various this-or-that preferences'
(0:40:03) – Supporting First Responders Through Coffee (1 Minutes)
As we wrap up this episode, we appreciate Susan for sharing her insights and experiences with us, and thank you for tuning in.
Don't forget to check out our new coffee brand, Blue Java, which supports first responders through our partnership with Fund the First. By purchasing Blue Java coffee, you'll be contributing to a monthly donation to different campaigns on Fund the First, helping those in need.
Find the link in the show notes, stay safe, take care of one another, and catch us on the next episode. Bye for now!
