Dive into the hidden world where the pressure to police your own collides with the silent epidemic of mental health struggles. In this gripping episode, host Marlon sits down with Retired Police Commander Patrick Fitzgibbons aka: Fitz—a veteran cop who exposes the untold psychological toll of investigating fellow officers. Hear raw, unfiltered stories of anxiety, trauma, and the crushing stigma that keeps so many first responders suffering in silence. Witness Fitz’s journey from breaking under the weight of the badge to finding hope, healing, and a new mission as a mental health advocate. This is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the emotional cost of a law enforcement career—and a rallying cry for every officer battling their own invisible war. #policeforce #copstories #cops #lawenforcement #crime #policeofficer #internalaffairs #police #podcast #lapd #deputy Marlon's Info: Website: https://www.bluconsultinginc.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iaguypodcast/?hl=en Linked IN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlon-marrache/ Fitz' Info: Website: https://cjevolution.com/ Linked IN:https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-j-fitzgibbons-699a6a24/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrick__fitzgibbons/?hl=en Time Stamp: 00:00 Explosive Intro & Meet Fitz 02:00 Internal Affairs Unmasked 10:00 The Stigma & Mental Toll 18:00 Breaking Point: Fitz’s Story 28:00 From Crisis to Advocacy 36:00 Trauma, Recovery & Hope 42:00 Advice for Officers & Closing