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CATO Podcast

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We believe Tactics are a science, and the Art is in how we apply those tactics. Members of the California Association of Tactical Officers (CATO) interview a variety of guests and discuss lessons learned, the evolution of tactics, and other contemporary issues facing law enforcement.

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I learn something from every episode that I can apply in my every day life. That’s the beauty of speaking about principles and their application. Keep em coming!

Bstratt14 · Feb 2021

Much appreciation for the enlightening discussion on Sound Doctrine. I’m hoping you’ll be able to record a couple more segments on the book, there’s so much to to discuss! I would love to hear your thoughts on Chapter 5-specifically-The Nine Principles. And we can’t have a discussion like this without The End State. I only wish I had read SD earlier in my career. The CATO podcast and Commander Heal’s book(s) have been intrinsic in providing me with a better understanding of the tactical environment and how I can safely operate within the mechanism. Thanks guys, Great Podcast, keep em coming.

Branfrancisco · Jan 2022

Touched on a variety of important aspects of not only responding to an active shooter but the dynamics of a SWAT team. Break downs in communication 99% of the time are the results of a failed operation. Not spending enough time examining lessons learned. These problems are different in nature but have been responded to before and we should be able to recognize that and properly prepare for them. Like I said, great talking points, good commentators, keep it coming!

RegularGuyTactical · Dec 2020

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