In this episode, Dave and Steve tackle one of the most misunderstood aspects of law enforcement: dark humor. They break down what it is, and what it isnāt while, exploring why it exists in the policing world.From academic research to firsthand experience, they discuss how officers use humor as a coping mechanism in high-stress, traumatic environments, and why it canāt stand alone as the only outlet. They dive into the unwritten rules that govern when itās acceptable, when it helps, and when it crosses the line into something darker, misconduct.With real-world examples, this episode offers an honest, unfiltered look at the complex role dark humor plays behind the badge.Connect with The Detectives Podcast: https://linktr.ee/thedetectivespodcastJoin us on Patreon for early access and ad-free episodes: https://www.patreon.com/thedetectivesShop official merch: https://www.tritonpublishing.net/thedetectivespodcastDirectly support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/thedetectivesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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In this episode, Dave and Steve tackle one of the most misunderstood aspects of law enforcement: dark humor. They break down what it is, and what it isnāt while, exploring why it exists in the policing world.From academic research to firsthand experience, they discuss how officers use humor as a coping mechanism in high-stress, traumatic environments, and why it canāt stand alone as the only outlet. They dive into the unwritten rules that govern when itās acceptable, when it helps, and when it c...