On the Job with PORAC

Episode 32 – COVID-19 & The Impact On Law Enforcement

On this special episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz discuss the impact COVID-19 has had on our first responders throughout California and the nation. Brian and Damon also update us on what PORAC has been working on since the "Shelter in Place" order was issued to get our law enforcement members the resources they desperately need. 

Click Here for COVID-19 reminders and resources. 

Episode 31 – Opening The Lines Of Communication Between Law Enforcement & The Community Through Sports

On episode 31 of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with Sean Sheppard of the nonprofit organization Embrace. One of Embrace's programs is called Game Changer, which allows community members, law enforcement, members of the judicial system, and elected officials to become better educated about one another and create a change in perception while attending a sporting event. Sheppard explains the concept behind its creation and how it's brought together the community and law enforcement.

Find out more about Game Changer and how your Department or Agency can plan an event.

Facebook- @GameChangerUSA

Twitter- @GameChanger_USA 

Instagram- @gamechanger_usa

Website- http://gamechanger1.org/about/

 

Please Note- 

*The Game Changer event with the Lakers on Wednesday as noted in the podcast has been CANCELED. However, they will host the event ONLINE through Zoom during the same time and day (March 18, 4 p.m.).

If you have registered to participate in next week’s event, be on the lookout for an email with instructions on how to participate online from your computer or cell phone. The Game Changer event at the Anaheim Ducks on Friday, March 20 as noted in the podcast has also been officially CANCELED.*

Episode 30 – 2020 California Primary Election Update

On this special episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz invite in PORAC Legislative Advocate Randy Perry of Aaron Read & Associates to discuss the March 3 primary elections and PORAC endorsed candidates on Super Tuesday. Tune in to hear PORAC's take on key races throughout the state of California.

S3, E2 – Meet Social Media Influencers Deputy Hook'em and Deputy Miss Demeanor

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with social media influencers and PORAC members Deputy Hook'em and Deputy Miss Demeanor. Take an inside look about what it's like to balance humorous skits and police work, and how the two can work hand-in-hand to shine a positive light on our nation's law enforcement.

 

Deputy Hook'em, his partner Deputy Book'em, and Deputy Miss Demeanor have over 500,000 subscribers across their social media pages. Be sure to check them out below:

 

Facebook:

@hookemandbookem, @deputymissdemeanor

 

Instagram:

@deputy_hookem, @deputy_bookem, @deputy_missdemeanor

 

S3, E1 – Newly Elected Region IV Executive Committee Member Brian Avera

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with newly elected Region IV PORAC Executive Committee member Brian Avera. Avera, a member of the San Diego POA and Director at Large, sits down to talk about his new position and upcoming goals with PORAC. Learn about his story of how he became involved in law enforcement and what advice he has for the next generation of Association and PORAC leaders.

Episode 27 – Leadership & Community Communication through Social Media

We have a special episode of On the Job With PORAC, recorded on-site in Palm Springs during the PORAC 67th Annual Conference of Members! PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sat down with special guest Deputy Police Chief Chris Hsiung of the Mountain View Police Department, who was also one of our training session presenters at Conference. Chief Hsiung commands the Special Operations Division for the department and crafted its digital communications strategy to focus on engagement, trust-building, and real-time crisis communications. Learn about how their model became a standard for law enforcement community communication and engagement across the country. 

Be sure to follow Deputy Chief Hsiung on all his social media platforms for great information and insight on community engagement.

Twitter: @chMtnViewPD

Facebook: @ChrisHsiung.MVPD

Instagram: @chief_hsiung

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishsiung/

Episode 26 – Life Beyond the Badge with Odie Gallop from TV's SWAT

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with special guest Otis "Odie" Gallop of the hit TV show SWAT on CBS to talk about life beyond the badge. Before becoming an Actor, Technical Consultant, and Costume Advisor for the show, Odie was an actual SWAT officer with the San Diego Police Department. Odie spent 28 years with the San Diego PD and he had various assignments from Patrol, Narcotics, Beach Team, SWAT and even Executive Protection for the city Mayor’s office! Hear about his past with the department and how he impacts the direction of SWAT to bring the most realistic feel to the TV show. 

Be sure to catch SWAT on CBS, Thursdays at 10/9c and follow Odie on Instagram @odiegallop for behind the scenes pics and videos!

Episode 25 – Hanging Out with TV & Movie Star Joe Mantegna

On this episode of On the Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz bring in special guest Joe Mantegna of the hit TV series Criminal Minds. Mantegna, known for his roles in films such as Godfather Part III and Searching for Bobby Fischer, and TV shows such as The Simpsons, goes through his journey to becoming a television star. His stories include why he originally wanted to become a police officer, why he named his Criminal Minds character after a real police officer, and what he does to support our Nation's law enforcement and military.

Special Episode 24 – AB 392 & SB 230 | What They Mean for California Law Enforcement

On this special episode of On The Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with Rick LaBeske, President of the California Association of Highway Patrolmen, and Ronald Lawrence, President of the California Police Chiefs Association to discuss the passage of AB 392 and SB 230. What happens from here and how will the new laws ensure that California officers receive cohesive training in de-escalation and interacting with vulnerable populations throughout the state.

Episode 23 – Sitting Down With Erik Estrada

On this episode of On The Job With PORAC, PORAC President Brian Marvel and Vice President Damon Kurtz sit down with TV star Erik Estrada, known for his role in the TV show "CHiPs," to discuss his background with law enforcement and his acting journey from start to finish. 

Don't miss Erik at Conference in the CAHP Booth! register today at www.porac.org