About our podcast

Faith-driven conversations for cops, first responders, and professionals ready to live beyond the badge. We explore real stories and challenges that the academy never prepared them for — helping listeners find purpose, healing, and identity beyond their uniforms.

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About the Host

Lenny Bradley is a former NYPD detective turned faith-driven entrepreneur and podcast host. After 17 years in law enforcement, he made the bold decision to leave the badge behind and pursue a life of meaning and impact.

Today, Lenny mentors first responders and professionals to rediscover their true identity beyond their titles. His mission is to inspire healing, legacy, and purpose — proving that retirement isn’t the end, but the evolution of one’s life journey.

Story Behind Our Podcast

After 17 years serving as an NYPD detective, Lenny Bradley faced a choice many officers fear — walk away from the badge and a nearly earned pension, or stay in a system that didn’t fulfill him. Driven by faith and a deep calling, Lenny chose purpose over pension.

His experiences exposed the hidden struggles behind the uniform — trauma, burnout, family challenges, and identity loss. Purpose Over Pension was born to fill the gap the academy left behind, offering honest conversations and a community for those seeking more than just a career or a paycheck.