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Blue and YOU
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Blue & YOU: Episode 26
Mar 19, 202401:01:19Tap to summarizeEpisode 26: Features Captain Juan & Jennifer Barrientes and Tina & Mike Dickey as we discuss the balance between work and family life. We discuss the challenges law enforcement poses on marriage and family and offer some friendly advise on how to manage those challenges.
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Dec 12, 202300:34:44Tap to summarizeEpisode 25 features Zach Bernath with the American RedCross as we discuss The Battle of the Badges Blood Drive and the local impact of blood donations.
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Dec 6, 202300:50:06Tap to summarizeEpisode 24: Features Detective Joe Lyon as we talk about property crime and the resources and skills used to solve it. We also discuss ways to prevent theft and how best to document your valuables in case it happens.
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Nov 30, 202300:59:39Tap to summarizeEpisode 23: Features Deputy Chief Martin Bender as we discuss his 49 year law enforcement career, post retirement plans, and city council tenure. We dive into lessons learned and the changing dynamics of law enforcement through the years.
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Nov 7, 202300:47:34Tap to summarizeEpisode 22 features Dr. Thomas GiaQuinta discussing adolescent mental health and strategies to use to improve juvenile behavior. He also talks about depression, suicide, and how being a healthy parent is crucial to juvenile mental health.
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Jul 19, 202300:59:24Tap to summarizeEpisode 21 features Det. Marc DeShaies and records tech Brandon Enright as we discuss the changes in the Constitutional Carry law that took effect last year. We talk about the challenges law enforcement and records personnel face adapting to the new law. We talk about the law itself and how it is currently being interpreted and enforced.
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May 18, 202300:53:27Tap to summarizeEpisode 20: Features Doug Weaver and Roderick Waters as we discuss the Recruitment Team and the new FORT program (Future Officer Readiness Training). We dive into the challenges and trends of recruiting; along with the benefits, and attractions FWPD has to offer as a department and a city.
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May 3, 202300:49:58Tap to summarizeEpisode 19 features Det. Liza Anglin and Officer Megan Moreno as we discuss women in law enforcement. We learn a little bit about these two fantastic officers and what drew them into law enforcement. We also talk about the challenges and benefits of being a woman in the profession, as we compare/contrast a rookie and veteran's perspective.
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Feb 16, 202300:42:00Tap to summarizeEpisode 18 features Homicide Detectives Sgt. Wilson and Sgt. Klein as we discuss the composition of the Homicide Division and how changing the structure of the unit has helped increased the homicide clearance rate and success overall.
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Dec 21, 202200:40:50Tap to summarizeEpisode 17: Features Chaplain Richard Hartman and how he got involved in ministry and then became a Chaplain for the Fort Wayne Police Department. He also talks about the Chaplain Program and the service it provides to the officers and the community they serve.
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