Public Safety Talk Radio

About Public Safety Talk Radio

The podcast for all of our heroes in public safety, including law enforcement professionals, firefighters, EMTs, corrections officers, healthcare workers, and more.

Publisher

Kenneth Bator

Category

education · government · true crime

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Jun 2020

Latest episode

20 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

177 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Oct 2026

   The Serial Decision Maker

   Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 176 What makes a good decision—and what can a bad one teach us? In this episode, host Ken Bator sits down with longtime colleague Scott Arney, CEO of National Police Federal Credit Union, for a candid conversation about leadership, risk, resilience, and the choices that shape a career and a life. As Scott prepares for retirement and the launch of his upcoming podcast, The Serial Decision Maker, he reflects on pivotal moments from nearly 25 years of leadership. He shares why stepping outside his comfort zone changed his trajectory, how his team navigated the uncertainty of COVID-19, and how an early lending decision that failed ultimately led to a stronger, more responsible approach for serving members. Ken and Scott also explore the art and science of decision-making: asking better questions, balancing research with intuition, recognizing the influence of personality and fear, learning from mistakes, and staying present enough to control what you can control. Their discussion offers an honest reminder that progress does not require perfect choices—it requires the willingness to act, assess, adjust, and keep moving forward. Learn more about The Serial Decision Maker at NPPN.Live Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net (https://www.btcinc.net/) Learn more about our sponsors, the National Police Federal Credit Union at https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/ (https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/) And Police Mortgage at https://policemortgage.com/ (https://policemortgage.com/) Also check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

2. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Missing in Michigan: Turning Awareness Into Action

   Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 175 What does it take to give missing-person families meaningful support—and help law enforcement strengthen its response? On this episode of Public Safety Talk Radio, host Ken Bator speaks with Nina Innsted, president of Missing in Michigan and creator of the long-running true-crime podcast Already Gone. Nina explains how Missing in Michigan connects families, law enforcement, students, advocates, and the media through family meetings and Day of the Missing events. She shares practical lessons on acting quickly, using social media effectively, communicating with compassion, avoiding assumptions, and publishing accurate information that the public can use. She also discusses how the organization’s low-cost, high-impact model could be adapted by communities across the country. The conversation also explores Nina’s journey from podcaster to credentialed victim advocate, the connection between storytelling and real-world action, and the case in which an Already Gone episode helped prompt police to reopen the 1979 disappearance of 12-year-old Kim King. It is a candid discussion about collaboration, persistence, and why every missing person deserves to be treated as someone worth finding. Learn more about Nina Innsted at https://www.alreadygonepodcast.com/ (https://www.alreadygonepodcast.com/) Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net Learn more about our sponsors, the National Police Federal Credit Union at https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/ (https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/) And Police Mortgage at https://policemortgage.com/ (https://policemortgage.com/) Also check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.

3. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Faith, Community, and Life Beyond the Badge

   Public Safety Talk Radio Episode 174 Former Seattle police officer and Mission First Alliance Executive Director Jeremy Wade joins us to discuss the personal toll of public-safety work—and why faith, identity, and community matter long before a crisis hits. Drawing on 13 years with the Seattle Police Department, including his work in training, peer support, and officer wellness, Jeremy shares how his own struggles reshaped his sense of purpose and led him to build a nationwide alliance serving first responders and their families. The conversation explores the risks of tying identity too closely to the badge, the need for proactive spiritual support, and the power of collaboration among chaplains, churches, nonprofits, and public-safety professionals. Jeremy also explains the free resources, events, and connections available through Mission First Alliance and offers a clear message to anyone suffering in silence: you are not alone, and there is real hope. Learn more about the Mission First Alliance at https://missionfirstalliance.com/ (https://missionfirstalliance.com/) Learn more about the producer of Public Safety Talk Radio at https://www.btcinc.net (https://www.btcinc.net/) Learn more about our sponsors, the National Police Federal Credit Union at https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/ (https://www.nationalpolicefcu.com/) And Police Mortgage at https://policemortgage.com/ (https://policemortgage.com/) Also check out Mortgage Beat on NPPN.Live. Mortgage Beat is brought to you by Police Mortgage, a full-service mortgage company dedicated to serving Police Officers and First Responders. Founded in 2008, Police Mortgage offers a variety of mortgage products tailored to meet the needs of those who serve and protect. To learn more or to apply for a home loan go to policemortgage.com or call 312-499-8878. NMLS #268165 Police Mortgage – For First Responders Who Are Second To None.