Pig Latin: A Seriously Funny True Story of a Former Police Officer

From cop-turned-comic Eric Tansey, a hilarious and humanizing portrait of law enforcement for fans of Walk the Blue Line and You Can't Make This Stuff Up.

Eric Tansey, a former Army scout and Special Operations military veteran, joined the police force with a ton of unrealistic expectations. The reality of the job knocked him down and changed his perspective on everything.

Always a magnet for uncanny, wild situations, Tansey reveals exactly what it's like to deal with everyday life as a police officer--from trying to tackle naked suspects to pepper spraying yourself in the face, from dealing with an angry mob to coaxing suicidal subjects off a bridge, an uncut version of everything is included.

Going behind the badge to bring the public a real understanding of the job, Pig Latin hopes to help inspire sympathy rather than condemnation and to encourage current law enforcement with the knowledge that they are not alone in their mistakes, their fear, and their experience on the job.

Author: Eric Tansey,Nick Palmisciano
Publisher: Atria Books
Published: 08/26/2025
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.20w x 1.20d
ISBN: 9781668067956

About the Author
Eric Tansey is one of the founders of the popular podcast series Failure to Stop, which focuses on reaching the law enforcement community about varying topics. He has also worked with the Drinkin' Bros, an expansive veterans' group, and others.

Nick Palmisciano is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and Duke University's Fuqua School of Business MBA Program. He served for six years as an infantry officer before moving into the world of business, creating the successful marketing firm Diesel Jack Media, and Ranger Up, which grew to prominence as the first military lifestyle brand. He lives with his wife and children in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Find out more at NickPalmisciano.com, and follow him on Instagram @NickPalmisciano and on X @Ranger_Up.