Omaha Police Officers' Association Shop Talk
Omaha Police Officer's Association podcast discussing trending union topics, working conditions, and political activity that may impact our profession.
Episodes
15 episodes
Episode 13: 10 Hour Days with Lieutenant Justin Smith, Lieutenant Alan Peatrowsky, and Overnight Regional Sergeant Nate Buresh
A quick overview on 10 hour days for UPB. How it came about and the reasoning behind its implementation.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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26:07
Episode 12: 457(b) Roth Option with Lawrence Sanfillipo and OPOA Treasurer Justin Smith
In this episode, we talk with financial consultant and OPOA Treasurer about the new 457(b) Roth option that has a December 1st deadline!
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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37:15
Episode 11: Internal Affairs with Lieutenant Joe Nickerson and Lieutenant Dan Martin
In this episode we talk about Internal Affairs. Its purpose, what types of investigations are done, ensuring officers' rights are protected, expected outcomes, and what you can expect if you get an invite. Always take a Rep!
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:35:27
Episode 10: Recent OPOA News with Sergeant Pat Dempsey and Lieutenant Justin Smith
In this episode, we go over some recent topics of conversation, including negotiations, union events, a hall remodel and more.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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43:16
Episode 9: Trafficking with Sergeant Brett Schrage, Det. Lisa Horton, & Agent Christina Worster
In this episode, we talk with Sergeant Brett Schrage, Detective Lisa Horton, and Agent Christina Worster about trafficking investigations.
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1:01:34
Episode 8: Human Factors with Dr Paul L Taylor, Dan Martin, & Jason Cvitanov
In this episode, we talk with Dr Paul Taylor about Human Factors in use of force investigations.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:37:49
Episode 7: The Lateral Experience with Officers Brandon Young, Brittany Stenzel, and Thorin Henka
In this episode we talk with 3 lateral officers from class L1-23. We discuss the previous agencies they worked at and also touch on their hiring process with the Omaha Police Department.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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44:36
Episode 6: Optimizing Financial Benefits Discussion with Lieutenant Justin Smith & Sergeant Adam Moore
In this episode, Justin and Adam talk about taking advantage of some of the financial benefits of the job and ways you can utilize them to better prepare yourself financially for the future and retirement.
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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42:48
Episode 5: Search & Seizure with Lieutenants Brendan O'Flynn & Tyler Stricker
In this episode, we discuss the origins and future of more in depth search and seizure training in the department and what that could look like.
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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55:19
Episode 4, Part 3: Former OPOA President Tony Conner
In this episode, we finish our sit down with Tony Conner and go over some of the more important issues he dealt with over his 6 years as OPOA President.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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49:43
Episode 4, Part 2: Former OPOA President Tony Conner
In this episode, we sit down with Tony Conner and go over some of the more important issues he dealt with over his 6 years as OPOA President.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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41:21
Episode 4, Part 1: Former OPOA President Tony Conner
In this episode, we sit down with Tony Conner and go over some of the more important issues he dealt with over his 6 years as OPOA President.
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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58:53
Episode 3: Hiring & Recruitment with Captain Jennifer Russell
In this episode, we sit down and talk with Captain Jennifer Russell and ask about the current methods we utilize for both hiring and recruitment.
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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30:58