The beyondthebadgeradio’s Podcast

BEYOND THE BADGE 189 - DRIVING DRUNK WHILE SOBER

Dan & Frank discuss the problem of many motorists around the country that have been arrested, and some found guilty of DUI.  Could eliminating subjective Field Sobriety Tasks be a solution?

BEYOND THE BADGE 188 - EQUAL JUSTICE FOR ALL?

Is there a two-tier system of justice in the US?.  Dan & Frank discuss if the legal system is rigged to the benefit of people that are well connected.

BEYOND THE BADGE 187 - PERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Dan & Frank discuss the importance of forging and maintaining personal relationships with fellow officers.

BEYOND THE BADGE 186 - THE MEDIA AND CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS

Dan and Frank discuss the media's role in the reporting of details of criminal investigations.  In addition, what responsibility does law enforcement have in sharing information with the media.

BEYOND THE BADGE 185 - CHANGES AT THE MICHIGAN STATE POLICE

Dan & Frank discuss the fallout from the recent "no confidence" vote of leadership by the officers, and the possible change of the department becoming a state highway patrol instead of a police force.

BEYOND THE BADGE 184 - CARS USED AS WEAPONS AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT

Dan & Frank discuss the recent situation where an officer had to use deadly force against a driver that struck him with her car.

BEYOND THE BADGE 183 - PHYSICAL FITNESS FOR OFFICERS

Dan & Frank discuss the standards and benefits of staying in shape for First Responders.

BEYOND THE BADGE 182 - INCOMPETENT TO STAND TRIAL

Dan & Frank discuss the topic of defendants looking to be found incompetent to stand trial, and to plead not guilty by reason of insanity.

BEYOND THE BADGE 181 - WRONGFUL CONVICTIONS

Dan & Frank discuss the issue of people wrongfully convicted of crimes they didn't commit and what municipalities are doing....and what they should do to reduce the numbers.

BEYOND THE BADGE 180 - LAW ENFORCEMENT AND NEW TECHNOLOGY (PART 2)

Dan & Frank take a deeper dive into the topic of the use of new tech and AI in police work.