In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, we sit down with San Diego County Sheriff Kelly Martinez, a trailblazer in law enforcement with over 40 years of service. Sheriff Martinez opens up about her journey from working in county jails to becoming the first woman elected Sheriff in San Diego County history.

We dive deep into the real issues affecting our youth—including gang recruitment, community violence, and the need for early intervention. Sheriff Martinez shares the life-changing impact of programs like “Rise Above” and “The RESPECT Project”, designed to empower vulnerable kids before gangs can reach them.

Hear inspiring stories of redemption, like the young man raised in gang culture who earned three letters of recommendation to Harvard Law, and discover how one caring adult asking the right question can change a child’s future forever.

This episode isn’t just about law enforcement—it’s about leadership, empathy, and the power of showing up.

Subscribe now and be part of conversations that matter. If you’re passionate about community, leadership, and making a difference, this is the episode for you.

• The personal and professional journey of Sheriff Kelly Martinez

• How law enforcement is reaching youth before gangs do

• Why asking questions is more powerful than giving orders

• The secret to breaking generational cycles of violence

• How you can make a difference in your community—even without a badge