I Was a Cop — Then I Got Arrested | Travis Hoban

Jul 20, 2025

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Travis Hoban always wanted to be a cop—just like his dad, a tough New Jersey correctional officer. But growing up in a household filled with alcoholism and emotional turmoil, Travis carried more than just ambition into adulthood. After finally making it onto the force, his career came crashing down just one year in—arrested for DUI and forced to resign. Spiraling deeper into addiction, Travis hit rock bottom before making a powerful comeback. In this raw and emotional episode, he opens up about law enforcement culture, hitting his breaking point, and the brutal reality of recovery. #FormerCop #AddictionRecovery #DUIArrest #RockBottomToRedemption #AlcoholismStory #PoliceDownfall #SecondChances #LockedInPodcast Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://www.magicmind.com/IANB50. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps:

00:00:00 The Turning Point: DUI Arrest and Career Collapse

00:05:15 Inspiration from My Dad's Career in Law Enforcement

00:10:20 Legalization of Weed in New Jersey and Its Impact on Alcohol Sales

00:15:22 Encounter with a Bus Bully

00:20:38 Journey to Becoming a Class One Officer

00:25:53 Arrest Story: From Disorderly Conduct to Drugs

00:30:21 The Challenges of Polygraph Tests in Law Enforcement Hiring

00:35:29 Experiences in Camden Police Department

00:40:41 Drunk Driving Incident and Consequences

00:45:49 The Consequences of a DUI as a Cop

00:50:37 Navigating Workplace Challenges: Union Reps and Legal Battles

00:55:45 Arrival in Florida for Rehab

01:00:51 The Start of a Downward Spiral

01:06:20 Experiencing the Challenges of Security Work at St. Francis Hospital

01:11:13 Challenges in Law Enforcement Hiring Practices

01:16:18 Reflections on Past Drinking Habits

01:22:02 Appreciating Travis's Journey and Story

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