Best Chaplain Jared Podcasts (2026)

Text a Message to the Show A special guest host interviews Chaplain Altic to recap the year! Police Major Joe Grasela joins Jared to give us a recap of their favorite moments from the 2025 Hey Chaplain episodes. Listen in to find out what were the most noteworthy episodes of the year; also included are the top ten listener countries and cities. And…

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Christmas and the Nineteen Houses You Pass: Mark Femmel - Bonus Ep 47 20:18

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Text a Message to the Show This is our Christmas Bonus Episode for 2025! Today's guest is police chaplain Mark Femmel from St Louis. We're talking about the goodness of police officers, ride alongs, Christmas services at church, and Mark has a special Christmas message for you. Music is by Audionautix and by Kevin MacLeod Hey Chaplain Bonus Episode…

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Christian Faith In Sports | Special Guest: Tom Lamphere, Minnesota Vikings Chaplain 1:05:40

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In this engaging conversation, Fred Minnick, Jared Allen, and Tom Lamphere (Minnesota Vikings Chaplain) discuss how Christians view aliens, the holiday season to the intricacies of wrestling and the role of faith in sports. They explore the challenges faced by athletes, the importance of authenticity, and the generational differences in perspective…

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129 - I'm Not Afraid of Your Lawsuit Anymore: Chaplain Mark Clements 37:10

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Text a Message to the Show When we talk about traumatic experiences, we usually go straight to the shootings and the car accidents, the grisly murders and crimes against children. What often gets left out of that list is getting the threatening lawyer letter that says you're getting sued and whole life is about to be destroyed. Today's guest is pol…

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College Football's Future | Fred Minnick's Top 100 Announcement 1:01:03

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Fred Minnick and Jared Allen discuss leftover pizza, AI kidnappings, college sports and Fred's annual Top 100 American whiskey list. TakeawaysFred's family is learning Italian for their trip to Italy.Leftover pizza can be healthier due to resistant starch.AI is being used in scams, including virtual kidnappings.The NCAA is losing control over colle…

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Thank You For Sharing the Show: The Mailbag (w/ Kaleb Sackett) 19:44

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Text a Message to the Show It's mailbag time! Use the link above to leave a comment or a question and we might use it on a future show! Music is by Chris Haugen Hey Chaplain Update Episode 4Q 2025 Tags: Chaplaincy, Chaplains, Email, Law Enforcement, Mail, Podcasting, Radio, Chicago, Kansas City, Illinois, Kansas Support the show Thanks for Listenin…

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Jared Allen Goes Off On Lane Kiffin + The Boys Discuss Dumb Drunk Stuff 53:09

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After learning about a man who made a drunken bet to swallow a lighter, Jared and Fred discussthe dumb things that happen when drunk and what people will stick in their bodies. They also talk about the Minnesota Vikings, Lane Kiffin and the collapse of college football leadership. Chapters00:00 Winter Weather and Holiday Cheer02:51 Authenticity in …

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128 - Critical Incident Debriefs Explained: Jamison White 35:29

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Text a Message to the Show Today we are talking about Critical Incident Debriefs. I had an officer walk into a debrief one time, take one look at the chairs, and say, "this is a circle meeting?! I hate circle meetings!" Well, typically a modern, well-run debrief will prove its value by the end of the meeting, even reaching most of the skeptics… as …

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Thanksgiving NFL Game Previews, Our Holiday Traditions 1:02:06

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Fred and Jared debate MRE goodness, Thanksgiving traditions and preview this Thanksgiving Day's football games. Happy Thanksgiving, all! Chapters 00:00 Thanksgiving Reflections and Military Experiences 02:51 Thanksgiving Memories and Food Traditions 05:31 Military Engagements and Rules of Engagement 08:13 The Future of Military Technology 11:01 Tha…

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127.5 - PTSD and the Sacrifices We Make: Sonny and Mikaela Byerley, Part 2 27:48

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Text a Message to the Show Today we return to our conversation with Sheriff Sonny Byerley and his wife Mikaela. This is part two, so you if you haven't heard part one, you definitely need to go back and catch Episode 127 and hear some of the wild stories of Sonny's career: getting shot and stabbed, going through a dramatic officer involved shooting…

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What's It Like Reporting On The NFL? 56:46

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NFL Network Reporter Mike Garafolo joins Jared Allen and Fred Minnick to discuss the state of NFL reporting and what's happening with the Vikings. Fred and Jared also get into a new alien documentary and Jared's recent letter from President Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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127 - Shot, Stabbed, and Other Stressors: Sonny and Mikaela Byerley 37:37

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Text a Message to the Show Today we're talking to Sheriff Sonny Byerley and his wife Mikaela. I met Sonny and Mikaela because they have begun traveling to police wellness conferences to share their experiences about PTSD. Sonny is a cop's cop: strong, independent, and self-reliant, but he's also a cop who has survived being shot and stabbed on mult…

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Has Baseball Changed For The Better? Brad Penny Discusses 57:22

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Former Major League pitcher Brad Penny joins the show to discuss the state of baseball. Jared and Fred also talk to Brad about Tom Brady Cloning his dog.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Mic Troubles02:44 College Rivalries and Sports Backgrounds05:18 World Series Insights and Pitching Challenges08:14 Pitching Mindset in High-Pressure Situations10:57 U…

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126.5 - Family Liaison after a Line of Duty Death: Gregg Dorsett 39:30

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Text a Message to the Show In the summer of 2025, one of my patrol officers, Hunter Simoncic, was struck by a car and killed in the line of duty. As part of the grieving process, we are sharing our experiences with you that you might be better prepared for the impossible tasks that immediately follow a line of duty death. One of the most difficult …

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Fred Minnick Goes Off On Tulsa King's Awful Bourbon Plot 52:02

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Fred Minnick loses it over the bourbon plot in Tulsa King. Jared Allen sits backs and laughs. Jared also recaps the NFL and makes a case for his former teammate Kevin Williams to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame as well as talks about his curling adventures!Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Conversation00:40 Discussion on Tulsa King and Bourbon A…

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126 - Planning a Line of Duty Death Funeral: Shenee Davis 47:06

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Text a Message to the Show In the summer of 2025 my hometown of Kansas City, Kansas, lost two officers murdered in the line of duty: Deputy Elijah Ming and Officer Hunter Simoncic. Because they were killed just 30 days apart, we had two large, complex, line of duty death funerals at the local major league soccer stadium, one funeral just a few week…

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Calf Roping Secrets | Minnesota Vikings' Woes | Special Guest: Tuf Cooper 1:15:43

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In this episode of Forth & Neat, Fred Minnick and Jared Allen engage in a lively conversation that spans various topics, including the importance of laughter, the fragility of life as they remember Nick Mangold, and the rising star Jax Forrest in wrestling. They delve into the Tush Push controversy in football, discuss the challenges faced by the V…

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Spooky San Francisco: Jim Dudley - Bonus Ep 46 25:06

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Text a Message to the Show It's that time of year again to talk about those spooky stories and things that go bump in the night. This time we're looking at San Francisco and talking to friend of the show, JIm Dudley. Jim has been on the show multiple times and just to remind you he's a retired deputy chief from the San Francisco PD with over 30 yea…

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Montauk Project Exposed: Time Travel & Alien Secrets With Swerdlow 1:21:29

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Buckle up, this takes our conspiracy corner down a whole new rabbit hole. Dr. Stewart Swerdlow shares stories of time travel, aliens and conspiracies about Jesus that will blow your mind. Note: We fact checked nothing during the show.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction08:32 Dr. Stewart Alan Swerdlow's Background and Montauk Project11:…

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125 - The ATF Gun Guy: Mark Brock 39:05

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Text a Message to the Show So a few years back I was at a police department promotion ceremony and began chatting with a guest who was an ATF civilian analyst. Every gun story he told was fascinating. Every insight he had on firearms was spot on. He was good humored and friendly, so I asked him right there, would you ever consider coming on the Hey…

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Eric LeGrand’s Inspiring Journey And New Bourbon Ventures 1:11:39

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Fifteen years after the football injury that paralyzed him, Eric Legrand joins Fourth & Neat to talk about his incredibly inspiring story and his latest business venture--a bourbon partnership with his alma mater, Rutgers. Before he hops on at the 14:12 mark, Fred Minnick and Jared Allen explore new flesh eating bacteria and a country music murder …

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124.5 - The Doc Answers Cop Questions: Dr Medina Baumgart, Part 2 29:34

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Text a Message to the Show Medina Baumgart, Psy.D., ABPP is back to answer more questions from cops. She and I put our heads together to make a list of common issues that cops have and I've compiled those concerns and questions (and a few surprise questions the doc hasn't seen yet) and we're going to have her give us her answers and she and I will …

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The $10,000 Mullet Winners | UFC Weight Cutting Tales 1:34:26

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This week's guest, Alex Karalexis, once cut 50 pounds pounds for the UFC. He's also one of Jared's buddies and lets it rip on Jared, including his bathroom habits. But most importantly, we crown the Best American Mullet. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction02:34 Athletic Background and Training Experiences05:38 Wrestling and Gender Dyn…

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124 - The Doc Answers Cop Questions: Dr Medina Baumgart 28:34

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Text a Message to the Show On today's episode we're talking doing something a bit different, something new to Hey Chaplain. I found a cop psychologist who is married to a retired police officer and her name is Medina Baumgart, Psy.D., ABPP. We put our heads together to make a list of common issues that cops have and I've compiled those concerns and…

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Zahid Valencia Unfiltered Interview | Jiu Jitsu Drama: Sean Strickland Vs. Derek Moneyberg 47:53

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Jared Allen takes a break from roping steers and joins Fourth & Neat co-host Fred Minnick from horseback. They are joined by special guest and recent world wrestling champion Zahid Valencia. They discuss Zahid's journey in wrestling, his mindset and strategies during competitions, and the evolution of training techniques. Zahid shares insights into…

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123 - The Rise of the Chaplain Chatbot; Will AI Replace Your Chaplain? w/ Kevin Hardy 24:23

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Text a Message to the Show On today's episode we're talking to Kevin Hardy about artificial intelligence, specifically in how and where it will fit in between the police officer and the chaplain… and can it replace a chaplain, or other helpers, entirely? And I promise that both Kevin and I are actual flesh and blood humans. Really. Kevin's website:…

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The Simpsons: Time Travelers or Just Lucky Guessers? | Mike Gundy Firing | Chemtrails | Episode 3 1:27:22

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Special guest Hannah Dasher joins Fred Minnick and Jared Allen. Things get crazy. Here are three key takeaways that you’ll definitely want to check out: Chicken Care and the Great Outdoors 🐔🌧️ Jared shares his experiences raising chickens, particularly his silkies, and how he ensures they stay safe and dry during rainy weather. The Shocking News of…

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Big Story Previews: Detective Firsthand Accounts - Bonus Ep 45 20:24

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Text a Message to the Show In the early days of this podcast, I began by bringing in patrol officers and asking them a series of about 25 questions, covering all aspects of their patrol experience. From that initial batch of interviews I would pick a topic, stitch together the responses of several officers, and create compilation bonus episodes I c…

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Disney Rash, Chef Turned Bank Robber, Zach Bryan and Gavin Adcock Feud | Special Guest: TJ Hockenson | Episode 2 1:13:34

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Join Fred Minnick and Jared Allen in the second episode of Forth & Neat as they dive into a variety of intriguing topics! From Jared's emotional experience at the Sunday Night Football salute to service game to the bizarre phenomenon known as the "Disney rash," this episode is packed with laughs and insights. They also discuss a wild story about a …

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122 - How to Increase Resilience Via Faith & Family: Gregg Lanzen 34:46

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Text a Message to the Show On today's episode we're talking to Gregg Lanzen, he's a police and fire chaplain from Indiana who was a firefighter, a medic, church pastor, and a counselor with a doctorate in Psychology. Gregg has all kinds of good things to tell you about building resiliency and some great tips for first responder families. Music is b…

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Radioactive Shrimp, Beaver Butt Bourbon and the Minnesota Vikings | Episode 1 1:07:26

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Would you eat radioactive shrimp or drink beaver gland bourbon? We talk about these things and more in the inaugural episode of 'Fourth and Neat,' where hosts Fred Minnick and Jared Allen explore a variety of topics ranging from Allen's Hall of Fame experience to the peculiarities of food safety, particularly concerning radioactive shrimp. The conv…

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A Man of Sorrows Acquainted with Grief - Bonus Ep 44 15:00

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Text a Message to the Show I'm frequently asked about the topic of grief, so here are a few thoughts that frequently come up in those conversations, with special attention to the insights we get from Christianity. Music is by the Westerlies Hey Chaplain Podcast Bonus Episode 44 Tags: Grief, Bible, Death, Emotion, Fear, Funerals, Loss, Love, God, He…

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121 - When Field Training Officers Teach: Steve Kellams 29:56

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Text a Message to the Show Today we're talking about Field Training Officers and the FTO programs that train police officers once they are on the street. Our guest today is Steve Kellams from the Blue Canary podcast. Steve has taught hundreds of police departments in regard to field training issues and how to best run an FTO program and he is a pas…

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What did the Mini-Series Teach Me? The Mailbag (w/ Kaleb Sackett) 18:22

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Text a Message to the Show It's mailbag time! Use the link above to leave a comment or a question and we might use it on a future show! Music is by LesFM Hey Chaplain Update Episode 3Q 2025 Tags: Chaplaincy, Chaplains, ICPC, Law Enforcement, Limited Series, Mail, Microphones, Mini-Series, Podcasting, Radio, Reporting, Training, Kansas City, Little …

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120 - A View of the Mounties: Richard James, RCMP Chaplain 28:57

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Text a Message to the Show Today we're talking to Rick James… no, not that Rick James. Richard James is a chaplain with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police from the Vancouver, British Columbia area. He is a former Canadian police officer and has been working in church ministry for several years. He was also a police chaplain in New York State for som…

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The Daily ICPC: There and Back Again 29:47

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Text a Message to the Show Welcome to the Daily ICPC; My name is Jared Altic, and I'm a chaplain with the police department. This is a limited podcast series from Hey Chaplain, which follows police chaplains Jared Altic and Ward Jenkins to Little Rock, Arkansas to attend the annual training seminar of the ICPC, the international conference of polic…

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119 - Suicide Prevention is Broken: Dr. Olivia Johnson 33:55

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Text a Message to the Show On this episode we're talking to Dr. Olivia Johnson from Blue Wall Institute. She is a researcher and subject expert on police wellness and specifically on police suicide and she is the jagged little pill stuck in the throat of the huge law enforcement machine that is funneling huge amounts of money at suicide prevention.…

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The Daily ICPC: Day 5 (w/ Ward Jenkins) 14:01

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Text a Message to the Show Welcome to the Daily ICPC; My name is Jared Altic, and I'm a chaplain with the police department. This is a limited podcast series from Hey Chaplain, which follows police chaplains Jared Altic and Ward Jenkins to Little Rock, Arkansas to attend the annual training seminar of the ICPC, the international conference of polic…

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The Daily ICPC: Day 4 (w/ Ward Jenkins) 16:10

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Text a Message to the Show Welcome to the Daily ICPC; My name is Jared Altic, and I'm a chaplain with the police department. This is a limited podcast series from Hey Chaplain, which follows police chaplains Jared Altic and Ward Jenkins to Little Rock, Arkansas to attend the annual training seminar of the ICPC, the international conference of polic…

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The Daily ICPC: Day 3 (w/ Ward Jenkins) 12:45

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Text a Message to the Show Welcome to the Daily ICPC; My name is Jared Altic, and I'm a chaplain with the police department. This is a limited podcast series from Hey Chaplain, which follows police chaplains Jared Altic and Ward Jenkins to Little Rock, Arkansas to attend the annual training seminar of the ICPC, the international conference of polic…

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The Daily ICPC: Day 2 (w/ Ward Jenkins) 13:58

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Text a Message to the Show Welcome to the Daily ICPC. This is a limited podcast series from Hey Chaplain, which follows police chaplains Jared Altic and Ward Jenkins to Little Rock, Arkansas to attend the annual training seminar of the ICPC, the international conference of police chaplains. This series will provide a daily, behind the scenes look a…

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The Daily ICPC: Day 1 (w/ Ward Jenkins) 10:53

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Text a Message to the Show Welcome to the Daily ICPC. This is a limited podcast series from Hey Chaplain, which follows police chaplains Jared Altic and Ward Jenkins to Little Rock, Arkansas to attend the annual training seminar of the ICPC, the international conference of police chaplains. This series will provide a daily, behind the scenes look a…

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118 - The Tragedy of Trafficking: Dan Nash, Human Trafficking Training Center 31:36

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Text a Message to the Show Today we're talking to Dan Nash from the Human Trafficking Training Center and he's going to talk about the difficult encounters officers have with prostitutes who are controlled by traffickers and how they can be helped. In fact, right off the bat Dan is going to lay out the paradox that many trafficking victims find the…

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The Daily ICPC: Intro (w/ Ward Jenkins) 22:04

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Text a Message to the Show Welcome to the Daily ICPC; My name is Jared Altic, and I'm a chaplain with the police department. This is a limited podcast series from Hey Chaplain, which follows police chaplains Jared Altic and Ward Jenkins to Little Rock, Arkansas to attend the annual training seminar of the ICPC, the international conference of polic…