Welcome to Episode 111 of the Built on Purpose Podcast, brought to you by Y Scouts.
In this episode of the Built On Purpose Podcast, we sit down with Sean “Sticks” Larkin, retired Tulsa gang unit officer turned national TV personality. Over a 25-year career in law enforcement, Sean rose through the ranks while building trust in one of the country’s busiest police departments.
Now known for his role on On Patrol: Live and as the author of Breaking Blue, Sean brings a rare mix of real-world grit and media-savvy storytelling. In this episode, he shares how his TV career began, what really happens behind the camera, and why finding purpose outside your profession is so important for long-term well-being.
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💡 What You’ll Learn:
✅ What most people misunderstand about police work
✅ How Sean transitioned from chasing suspects to hosting crime shows
✅ The importance of emotional balance for first responders
✅ Why purpose matters more than rank or spotlight
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🔥 Memorable Quotes:
✨ “Being a police officer is not my identity. It’s a job.” – Sean Larkin
✨ “We thought we were building a TV show. What we ended up building was a bridge.” – Sean Larkin
✨ “The tide has turned. People want law and order again.” – Sean Larkin
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🔗 Resources:
🔗 Connect with Sean Larkin:
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sean_c_larkin
📖 Book: https://a.co/d/9VaiL6C
Connect with Max Hansen & Y Scouts:
📱 Max Hansen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxhansen/
🌐 Y Scouts Website: https://yscouts.com/
🎧 Listen now: https://youtu.be/CdxxRcI641I
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