The 6th Pillar Podcast - Sponsored by Virtual Academy and OnSite+ Training

The 6th Pillar Podcast
Episode 14 – IGNITE 2025 Voices: Building Strength Through Peer Support with Special Guest Elizabeth Pol, M.A.
 This week, Chief Neil Gang (Ret.) sits down with Elizabeth Pol, M.A., a 22-year Chicago Police Officer, mental health professional, and founder of Resilient Heroes, for a powerful discussion on the impact of peer support in law enforcement. Blending lived experience with clinical insight, Liz explores how proactive peer programs can reduce crisis, prevent suicide, and create healthier, more connected agencies. She also shares how her 200-pound therapy dog, Arlo, has become an unlikely but effective partner in helping first responders heal. As one of the featured speakers at Ignite 2025, Liz challenges leaders to move from reaction to prevention - and to make wellness a true priority.

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📢 Produced by Techne Innovations LLC

What is The 6th Pillar Podcast - Sponsored by Virtual Academy and OnSite+ Training?

The 6th Pillar Podcast
Hosted by Retired Police Chief Neil Gang

The 6th Pillar Podcast dives into the real challenges and triumphs of first responders—those who serve and protect our communities every day. Hosted by Chief Neil Gang (Ret.), the show breaks down the barriers that too often isolate first responders, offering open and honest conversations about mental health, leadership, resilience, and the evolving landscape of public safety.

Each episode features compelling guests, public safety leaders, mental health professionals, and those who’ve been in the trenches.
Sharing insights, experiences, and real-world solutions that inspire positive change.

Whether you’re on the front lines or supporting from behind the scenes, The 6th Pillar Podcast provides stories of courage, connection, and leadership designed to uplift and strengthen the entire public safety community.

🎧 Sponsored by Virtual Academy and OnSite+ Training
📢 Produced by Techne Innovations LLC