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Human Trafficking Awareness: OBN's You Are Not Alone Campaign
January is National Human Trafficking Awareness Month. In this episode, Training Specialist Hannah speaks with OBN Lt. Col. Williams about the importance of human trafficking awareness and OBN's new initiatives to increase awareness.
6 Jan 2025TRANSCRIPT
Protect OK: See Something, Say Something
In this episode, Makayla and Hannah host guests from the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety to discuss the "ProtectOK" app. Special guests Sarah Stewart, Director of Public Affairs, Allan Young, Director of the Oklahoma Counter Terrorism Intelligence Center (OCTIC), and Derek Dry, TLO Coordinator explain the need for the app, the functions of the app, and how all Oklahomans can do their part to keep our community safe.
6 Nov 2024TRANSCRIPT
Training for Tomorrow: Connecting Law Enforcement and Communities
In this episode, Makayla and Hannah speak with Captain over training James Leone and Training Director Jennifer Crilly about the training division at OBN. They speak about the different courses offered by OBN, new and upcoming changes to the division, OBN's internship program, and Red Ribbon Week.
2 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT
Uncovering the Unseen: The Role of Background Investigators
In this episode, Makayla and Hannah speak with Audrey, a background investigator within OBN's Registration Department. They discuss the responsibilities of the position and its importance to OBN's mission and the Registration Department. Tune in to hear about what the position entails, Makayla and Audrey's shared experiences as background investigators, and advice for businesses who are required to register with multiple agencies.
4 Sept 2024TRANSCRIPT
The Faces Behind the Show: Meet Your Hosts
In this episode, training specialists Makayla and Hannah discuss their jobs, OBN, and the podcast. Tune in to learn about their favorite trainings so far, fun facts, and more!
5 Aug 2024TRANSCRIPT
Understanding the Law: The Role of General Counsel in Law Enforcement.
In this episode, OBN Training Specialist Hannah speaks with Josh Hutchison from OBN's legal division about how unique OBN is, from our in-agency general counsel to our ability to utilize technology to create notable programs. Tune in to learn about the role of general counsel in law enforcement.
2 Jul 2024TRANSCRIPT
Beyond the Numbers: Stories of Fentanyl Overdose
In this episode, OBN training specialists Makayla and Hannah speak with special guests from Families Supporting Families. The guests share their children's stories and how fentanyl ended their lives, provide helpful tips, and discuss Families Supporting Families' mission to provide comfort to their members and educate the public about the dangers of fentanyl.
16 May 2024TRANSCRIPT
Sash and Substance: Exploring Miss Oklahoma and Fentanyl Awareness Advocacy
In this episode, we speak with special guest Lauren Frost about her experiences at OBN and as a contestant for Miss Oklahoma. Ms. Frost discusses her service initiative for the pageant, her own adoption story, and previous connections between OBN and Miss Oklahoma.
30 Apr 2024TRANSCRIPT
Domestic Meth Production (HB2176 Anniversary)
In this episode, Judge Rowland and OBN Public Information Officer Mark Woodward discuss HB2176, the bill that placed Pseudoephedrine behind pharmacy counters. They discuss the climate that necessitated the bill, its passage, and its impact on domestic meth production to celebrate the 20th anniversary of HB2176. Learn about OBN's contributions to this legislation that became a framework for the nation.
29 Mar 2024TRANSCRIPT
Women in Law Enforcement
In this episode, Former OBN Director Elaine Dodd and OBN Chief Reyes virtually discuss their experiences at OBN and as women in law enforcement.
23 Feb 2024TRANSCRIPT
Current State of Human Trafficking
In this episode, we tackle the tough subject of human trafficking with care and consideration. Join us as we discuss OBN's role in human trafficking investigations, labor trafficking, sex trafficking, multi-crime organizations, Oklahoma's ranking, and tips for how to keep your loved ones safe.
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Human Trafficking Awareness: OBN's You Are Not Alone Campaign
Published 31 Jan 2025 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And we've used existing and built new partnerships with other non -governmental organizations, service providers. And the just evidence to get an initiative out there that puts out information that says, okay, this is a phone number that I can call. This is a website that I can call. The direct people we'd like to reach out would be somebody that's being victimized or thinks they're being victimized by human trafficking, who we can get them either we can go try to help and intervene in the situation or help them connect with resources. Like some people that may be trafficked may not want to reach out directly to law enforcement. […]
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