Best Kevin Cotter Podcasts (2025)

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Encore | Predictive Policing: Forecasting Crime with Big Data, Part 1 43:04

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Big data technologies are changing policing and it is important that everyone understands how they are affecting their community. What happens when an algorithm determines you are statistically likely to commit a violent act? What does it mean when a computer decides your police department should stakeout your neighborhood grocery? How can a police…

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Lifeline | An Overview and Discussion of the Traffic Fatalities Forum 1:24:43

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On July 22, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, in partnership with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, engaged in a full-day forum of solutions and recommendations to enhance vehicle and roadside safety for our officers. Guests and virtual attendees heard from experts in the field, learned about emerging technologi…

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Lifeline | REVISITING – Milestone Journey: The Officer Transition to Civilian Life 1:06:02

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In case you missed the original program back in January 2024, listen to this audio-only version to learn more about the transition from law enforcement professional to civilian. This program brought together experts in financial, spiritual, psychological, and physical wellness to discuss all that an officer needs to know to best prepare for their r…

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BONUS Lifeline | 2025 NHTSA 1st Quarter Traffic Safety Webinar 58:24

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The NHTSA 1st Quarter 2025 Traffic Safety Webinar was released back in April to review traffic data from January through March. Listen to the initial law enforcement traffic-related fatality statistics for 2025 and a comparison and in-depth analysis of the data. Joining this webinar is Dale Stockton, who will present on the Below-100 safety trainin…

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Law and Disorder | The Murder of Dan Markel: Finding the Truth 16:41

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Law and Disorder is an insightful take on the true crime world, looking at notable historic cases that have left a lasting effect on law enforcement. Dan Markel, a Florida State University law professor, was shot and killed in his Tallahassee garage on July 18, 2014, in what authorities later determined was a murder-for-hire plot. The case stemmed …

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Encore | Witness to History: The Investigation of Robert Hanssen 1:59:14

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The Encore series of the Precinct 444 Podcast is an engaging look back at past Museum programs to find insight into historical and contemporary matters facing law enforcement. On October 27, 2013, the National Law Enforcement Museum and the International Spy Museum, sponsored by Target, hosted Witness to History: The Investigation of Robert Hanssen…

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Benjamin Brown and “Pier at the Beach” 12:32

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Benjamin Brown, who served more than 28 years with the Prince George's County (MD) Police Department. He s…

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Law and Disorder | The Legacy of Donnie Brasco: How Joe Pistone Revolutionized American Undercover Policing 14:18

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Joseph Pistone is a former FBI agent who spent most of his 17-year career with the FBI undercover, infiltrating mafia crime families in New York City under the alias Donnie Brasco. Pistone’s work as Donnie Brasco was critical to shaping the best practices of going undercover for Law Enforcement officers. In this episode of Law and Disorder, we will…

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Kevin Cotter and "BCMC" 19:55

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Kevin Cotter, who served for 20 years with the LAPD and served with the military prior to entering law enf…

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Lifeline | Woven in Time: How DuPont Continues to Protect First Responders 46:04

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For more than 30 years, DuPont has supported the NLEOMF’s mission of remembering and honoring fallen officers. On this episode of Lifeline, Bill Alexander, CEO of the NLEOMF, sits down with Steven LaGanke of DuPont and Mike Foreman of Point Blank Enterprises to discuss the newest technologies when it comes to first responders. Lifeline provides con…

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Chad Bingham and "One Last Ride" 20:39

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Chad Bingham, who has served actively in law enforcement for more than 20 years, the last 18 with a local …

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Lifeline | Acknowledging Trauma: Asking for Help and Healing, with Keith Shibley 46:56

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Keith Shibley is a law enforcement officer and public speaker who uses his platform to inform officers of the dangers of substance abuse on the job and the importance of officers prioritizing their mental wellness on the job. Keith sat down with our Director of Programs, Anna Muckenfuss, to discuss his story and how it can be helpful for officers w…

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Lifeline | Resilience in Action: Thriving Beyond Challenges with JD Morris 1:08:36

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On this special episode of Lifeline, Matt Garcia, Deputy Director of OSW Programs, is joined by JD Morris, an Army veteran of 21 years with the 5th Special Forces Group(A). JD served as a sniper, explosive breacher, assaulter, intelligence manager, and team sergeant over 14 years. He instructed foreign military personnel on numerous deployments to …

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BONUS | Officers As Artists: Joe Lynch and "Coffee Break" 20:10

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Joe Lynch, who retired as a San Francisco (CA) Police Officer. Joe was first assigned as a patrol officer …

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Icons | Ret. Chief Robin Montgomery: Two Careers, One Legacy 1:16:17

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Bill Alexander, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, sits down with Retired Chief Robin Montgomery to discuss his military and law enforcement careers, which spanned more than 40 years. More recently, in 2017, he retired as the Chief of the Brookfield, Connecticut, Police Department. https://nleomf.org/museum/precinct-444/…

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Episode 255: Episode 9-18 - Chief Emeritus/Retired Charles Werner - New Technology for First Responders 1:11:04

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Episode 9-18 – Chief-Emeritus/Retired Charles Werner- New Technology for First Responders Chief-Emeritus/Retired Charles Werner has served 44 years in the fire service, 37 years with the Charlottesville Fire Dept., the last ten as the Charlottesville Fire Department. Additionally, he is also the current Executive Director of Droneresponders.org wit…

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BONUS | Officers As Artists: Natalie Murry and "Skully" 21:40

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Natalie Murry, who retired in 2002 from Kent (WA) Police Department after 10 years. In 2000, Natalie atten…

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Lifeline | Launching Into the Clouds: Advancing Law Enforcement Communication 42:56

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On this special episode of Lifeline, Paul Case of Tyler Technologies, Sheriff Eric Weisburn and Major Mitchell Paulen of the Stark County (OH) Sheriff’s Office, and host Bill Alexander, CEO of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, discuss how technology can drastically improve communications and mitigate legacy systems that impede th…

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Episode 254: Episode 9-17 - Troy Lachinski - Preparing for NERIS 1:55:43

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In most fire departments and some EMS agencies have to file a bunch of paperwork to report the fires/rescues, additional info i.e. number of patients, levels of damages and so much more. Well, there’s a new “day” coming, starting on January 2, 2026! Our podcast welcomes Troy Lachinski of Image Trend, a company integral to the change of Fire/EMS rec…

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BONUS | Officers As Artists: Sandy Friedman and "Look Inside" 14:43

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Sandy Friedman, who retired from various state and county Hazardous Materials Inspection positions, most n…

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Law and Disorder | Out in the Field with Doug Scott 39:59

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On this episode of Law and Disorder, Anna is sitting down with Doug Scott to discuss the complexities of investigating a crime scene and the importance of good, old fashioned detective work. Anna and Doug will primarily focus on his work during a 2011 double homicide investigation in Durham, North Carolina that involved the deaths of a 4-year-old b…

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Icons | Think Tanks Series | Rosa Brooks, Center on Innovations in Community Safety 1:48:18

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In this engaging podcast series hosted by Thomas Canavan, the Executive Director of the National Law Enforcement Museum, we examine the vital role that law enforcement think tanks and policy centers play in shaping contemporary policing practices. Each episode features in-depth interviews with leading experts in the field, exploring their insights,…

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Icons | Think Tanks Series | Paul Goldenberg, Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience 2:00:35

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In this engaging podcast series hosted by Thomas Canavan, the Executive Director of the National Law Enforcement Museum, we examine the vital role that law enforcement think tanks and policy centers play in shaping contemporary policing practices. Each episode features in-depth interviews with leading experts in the field, exploring their insights,…

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Icons | Think Tanks Series | Chris Hsiung, The Curve 1:30:21

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In this engaging podcast series hosted by Thomas Canavan, the Executive Director of the National Law Enforcement Museum, we examine the vital role that law enforcement think tanks and policy centers play in shaping contemporary policing practices. Each episode features in-depth interviews with leading experts in the field, exploring their insights,…

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Icons | Think Tanks Series | Jim Bueermann, Future Policing Institute 2:41:45

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In this engaging podcast series hosted by Thomas Canavan, the Executive Director of the National Law Enforcement Museum, we examine the vital role that law enforcement think tanks and policy centers play in shaping contemporary policing practices. Each episode features in-depth interviews with leading experts in the field, exploring their insights,…

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Icons | Think Tanks Series | Ben Haiman, The Center for Public Safety and Justice 1:30:12

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In this engaging podcast series hosted by Thomas Canavan, the Executive Director of the National Law Enforcement Museum, we examine the vital role that law enforcement think tanks and policy centers play in shaping contemporary policing practices. Each episode features in-depth interviews with leading experts in the field, exploring their insights,…

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Episode 253: Episode 9-16 - "Backroom Deals in Our Backyards" With Miranda Spivack & Diane Cotter 3:22:43

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Episode 9-16 – Miranda Spivack and Dianne Cotter – “Backroom Deals in Our Backyards” As we pass through life, we encounter many people. This one works in a tall building; another delivers office supplies and a third washes all the windows. Most see this as “blue-collar” job, but do we really know what’s going on. Our guests today are Miranda Spivac…

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BONUS | Officers As Artists: Michael Johnson and "The Job" 15:52

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Michael Johnson, who has been with the Billings (MT) Police Department since 2012. Michael became certifie…

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Encore | Witness to History: Boston Marathon Bombing 1:28:27

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On this episode of Encore, we’ll look back at a special program hosted by the National Law Enforcement Museum featuring experts and individuals directly involved with the Boston Marathon Bombing investigation. Each panelist shares their perspective and involvement in the case, along with the type of technology used to track down the perpetrators an…

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BONUS | Officers As Artists: TC Brown and “Birds at Sunset” 17:37

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Todd "TC" Brown, who retired after serving more than 20 years with the Bureau of Prisons. He began his car…

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Lifeline | Thinking about Retirement: Financial Planning for Young Officers 23:04

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On this special episode of Lifeline, we’re joined by Arthur Flattich, a Managing Vice President at MissionSquare Retirement, which focuses on financial services for public sector retirement planning. Joining him are Bill Alexander, CEO of the NLEOMF and Troy Anderson, Executive Director of Officer Safety and Wellness at the NLEOMF. Bill, Troy, and …

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Lee Darnell and “Rider of the Storm” 18:25

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Lee Darnell, who has served for more than 30 years in law enforcement. He is currently a Sergeant and the …

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Law and Disorder | Attica: Reflecting on the Lasting Lessons from America’s Worst Prison Riot 23:58

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In this episode, we look back on the riot at Attica in 1971, as it remains the worst prison riot in American history, and scholars and criminal justice professionals alike, continue to look to the lessons of Attica when addressing crucial criminal justice and prison reform in the United States. We discuss the Attica Prison riot, the lessons that we…

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Larry Boody and “Still Life with Bagpipes” 17:03

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” Now open until August 30, 2025. In today’s episode, you will meet Larry Boody, who retired from the Bridgewater Township Police Department in New Jersey, having spent 25 ye…

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Encore | Witness to History | Attica: Beyond the Riot, Part 2 53:08

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The Encore series of the Precinct 444 Podcast is an engaging look back at past Museum programs to find insight into historical and contemporary matters facing law enforcement. In this episode, a revisit of a 2011 Witness to History program, discuss the violent events at Attica Correctional Facility. Scholars and participants are still unravelling t…

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Encore | Witness to History | Attica: Beyond the Riot, Part 1 47:10

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The Encore series of the Precinct 444 Podcast is an engaging look back at past Museum programs to find insight into historical and contemporary matters facing law enforcement. In this episode, a revisit of a 2011 Witness to History program, discuss the violent events at Attica Correctional Facility. Scholars and participants are still unravelling t…

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Josh Blackwell and “Lost and Forgotten” 13:59

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” In today’s episode, you will meet Josh Blackwell, a retired Sheriff from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office in Tuscola, Illinois – he will discuss his photograph, “Lost an…

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Law and Disorder | Understanding Use of Force: A Crash Course with Jim Balthazar and Paul Massock 51:51

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Jim Balthazar, retired ATF SSA, and ATF Deputy Chief Paul Massock, provide training for media outlets to help them understand the intricacies of “Law Enforcement Use of Force” policies. On today’s episode of Law and Disorder, they stop by the Precinct 444 Studio to break down Use of Force for our listeners in their first-ever podcast interview. Law…

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Robert Schutte and “On the Louisville Waterfront” 19:59

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” In today’s episode, you will meet Robert Schutte – a retired Chief of Police from Shelbyville, KY – he will discuss his painting, “On the Louisville Waterfront” which is on…

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Episode 252: Episode 9-15 - Asst. Chief Jacob Johnson of the Pearland TC Fire Dept. 1:11:38

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Episode 9-15 – Assistant Chief Jacob Johnson We are proud to have Asst. Chief Jacob Johnson from the Pearland Fire Department in Pearland TX. Jacob first joined us on “5-Alarm task Force,” when he was a Captain. And it was easy to see how dedicated he was, and still is, of course, to being the best firefighter and officer that he could be. In this …

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Icons | Aaron Slater’s Path: The Origins of ReLEntless Defender 1:20:30

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Aaron Slater, founder of ReLEntless Defender, and Bill Alexander, CEO of the NLEOMF, sit down to talk about life and law enforcement. Aaron discusses how ReLEntless Defender began and life before he created a nationally recognized brand for the law enforcement community. Icons introduces listeners to the incredible people working within law enforce…

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BONUS Lifeline | 2024 NHTSA 4th Quarter Traffic Safety Webinar 48:10

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Join the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to hear about the final law enforcement traffic-related fatality statistics for 2024 and a comparison and in-depth analysis of the data. The program will also discuss findings from news reports of non-fatal officer-involved crashes and st…

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BONUS | Officers as Artists: Antionette Alcazar and “The Guardian” 16:12

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Precinct 444 invites you to meet the artists featured in the National Law Enforcement Museum’s newest exhibit, “Officers as Artists: The Creative Expression of Those Who Serve.” In today’s episode, you will meet Antionette Alcazar – a Sergeant with the Chicago Police Department – she will discuss her painting, “The Guardian” which is on display in …

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Encore | Guardians in the Air: Law Enforcement Aviation and the 40th Anniversary of Air Florida Flight 90, Part 2 32:07

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Forty years ago, the crash of Air Florida flight 90 in the Potomac River gripped the nation’s capital. Not only did the daring skill of the United States Park Police save five lives that day, the dramatic rescue from the icy waters by helicopter forever changed the nature of aviation in law enforcement. In this two-part series of “Guardians in the …

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Encore | Guardians in the Air: Law Enforcement Aviation and the 40th Anniversary of Air Florida Flight 90, Part 1 33:56

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Forty years ago, the crash of Air Florida flight 90 in the Potomac River gripped the nation’s capital. Not only did the daring skill of the United States Park Police save five lives that day, the dramatic rescue from the icy waters by helicopter forever changed the nature of aviation in law enforcement. In this two-part series of “Guardians in the …

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Lifeline | Lighting the Way for First Responders: How Whelen Remains at the Forefront 30:58

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On this episode of Lifeline, Chris Watkins of Whelen Engineering joins Troy Anderson, Executive Director of Officer Safety and Wellness, to discuss their newest innovations in the world of first responder lighting technologies. Since 1952, Whelen has been one of the major contributors to emergency lighting and they continue to provide innovative ap…