Talking Beat - from the Portland Police Bureau
37 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★ - 39 ratingsWe're focusing on thoughtful conversations that we hope will inform and provide you with a small glimpse of the work performed by Portland police officers as well as issues affecting public safety in our city.
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Hiring Entry Level Police Officers - Talking Beat
January 25, 2024 14:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBOn this special edition of Talking Beat, we're talking about the recruiting and hiring of entry level police officers. PPB’s Recruitment Officer Patrick Johnson sits down with two of these officers, recently off probation, Officer Badri and Officer Hamilton, to discuss their perspectives of the bureau as newer additions. In this episode, they will review their firsthand experiences going through the hiring process, as well as their views on training in the academies, culture, time off, and wh...
Hiring Experienced Police Officers 2023 - Talking Beat
September 05, 2023 18:21 - 45 minutes - 42 MBOn this special edition of Talking Beat, we're talking about the recruiting and hiring of experienced police officers. PPB's Recruitment Officer Patrick Johnson sits down with two of those lateral police bureau members, Officer Aaron and Detective John, to discuss their perspectives on the bureau after working for other agencies. In this episode they will discuss their firsthand experiences going through the hiring process, as well as their views on training, pay, benefits, culture, time off ...
Community Active Shooter Preparedness - TalkingBeat
November 15, 2022 21:57 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBThis episode of the Talking Beat contains sensitive information and frank discussions of potential and past violence. If this is something that may not be appropriate for you and your mental health, please check the show notes for more detailed descriptions before listening to this program. Active shooter incidents are often unpredictable and evolve rapidly. The Portland Police Bureau's Community Active Shooter Preparedness presentation is designed to provide community members the skills to r...
Fentanyl in Portland 2022 - TalkingBeat
May 18, 2022 20:49 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBThis episode of the Talking Beat features a discussion on fentanyl. Fentanyl is prevalent in Portland, crossing all demographic boundaries. It affects all races, all socioeconomic groups, and can be a deadly choice. Terri Wallo-Strauss from our strategic communications unit talks with Lt. Chris Lindsey of PPB's narcotics and organized crime unit and Eric Kilgore, founder of Henry's Uncle, a local nonprofit and host of a podcast by the same name, about the life-changing effects of fentanyl. W...
Portland Police Recruiting 2022 - TalkingBeat
February 23, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBA conversation about recruitment and hiring with Chief Chuck Lovell and PPB's Recruitment Sergeant Trevor Tyler. We receive a lot of questions about our recruitment and hiring efforts and our plans to build the bureau back up in regard to staffing. We hope this provides some good information.
Chief Chuck Lovell - Talking Beat
December 10, 2021 16:27 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBA conversation with Portland Police Chief, Chuck Lovell. It's a chance for the Chief to talk about what shaped him growing up, his experiences with the Bureau, and what service means to him.
NEWSBeat 10 - January 2021
January 25, 2021 19:09 - 6.31 MBIn this episode of NewsBeat, the Portland Police Bureau continues to face critical staffing shortages; an improved interactive online dashboard offering data about shootings in the city; National Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
NEWSBeat 09 - November 2020
November 30, 2020 21:05 - 7.17 MBWelcome to the Portland Police Bureau’s News Beat for November, 2020. While we can’t highlight all the public safety issues and crime addressed by Portland Police Officers, here is a snapshot of what we’ve been discussing over the last month: Police Reform, Traffic Safety and Package Thefts
Officers Talk about Protests, Gun Violence and More.
August 07, 2020 21:49 - 41.2 MBOfficers talk about their personal experiences during the current events happening in Portland, Oregon.
Chief Lovell Media Event - July 30, 2020
July 31, 2020 19:56 - 24.6 MBChief Chuck Lovell provides updates on demonstrations as well as information on recent shootings occurring in the City of Portland.
Chief Lovell and Officer Jackson Media Event
July 11, 2020 17:47 - 42.7 MBChief Lovell and Officer Jackson answer media questions following 40 days of demonstrations in Downtown Portland.
NewsBeat 08 - May 2020
May 08, 2020 21:51 - 3.79 MBPPB continues its efforts in educating community members about the dangers of speed racing. Thieves are continuing to steal bikes during the pandemic. And an uptick in commercial burglaries. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/760621
PPB Covid-19 Q&A - May 1, 2020
May 04, 2020 14:46 - 38.3 MBLieutenant Tina Jones interviews Director Bob Cozzie from the Portland Bureau of Emergency Communications, Fire Marshal AJ Jackson from Portland Fire and Rescue, and has a conversation with Chief Jami Resch. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/760302
PPB COVID-19 Q&A - April 17, 2020
April 20, 2020 15:03 - 47.4 MBOn this special edition of the Talking Beat, Lieutenant Tina Jones talks to representatives from the Portland Police Bureau's Bike Theft Task Force as well as burglary and robbery detectives. She also interviews the Portland Police Bureau's Homeless Outreach liaison and sergeant from the Gun Violence Reduction Unit and chief, Jami Resch. Hear how this unusual time has affected their jobs and what it means in regard to public safety in their respective units. Transcript: https://www.portlando...
NewsBeat 07 - April 2020
April 06, 2020 18:11 - 7.76 MBThe Portland Police Bureau is dedicated to protecting and serving the people of Portland. We will continue to do so during this public health emergency. Due to the ever-changing situation, PPB continues to adapt and modify our procedures to limit exposure without interrupting the high level of service provided to our community. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/758602
PPB COVID-19 Q&A - April 3, 2020
April 03, 2020 22:32 - 57.6 MBLt. Tina Jones moderates a question and answer panel with various members of the Portland Police Bureau, the Sunshine Division and Chief Jami Resch regarding how COVID-19 has impacted their work.
Portland Police COVID-19 Press Call
March 21, 2020 15:53 - 26.9 MBChief Jami Resch answers questions regarding the Police Bureau's response during the COVID-19 outbreak. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/757301
NewsBeat 06 - March 2020
March 09, 2020 14:38 - 10.6 MBThe Portland Police Bureau is expanding our online reporting system; Name changes to some PPB units and divisions; The Gun Violence Reduction Team will be using door hangers; and a new K9 in our Narcotics unit. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/756287
Meet the Portland Police Homeless Liaison
March 02, 2020 21:02 - 14.6 MBStephanie is the Portland Police Bureau's homeless liaison. This is a new position that was created in the 2018/2019 budget. Stephanie officially started in August 2019 and this is our first opportunity to sit down and talk to her about this position, what it's about and what the future holds. "Historically, law enforcement hasn't played the role of doing outreach and connecting people with resources. We as a police agency do a very good job helping people on the street get connected to reso...
Gun Violence in Portland
February 06, 2020 16:31 - 26.6 MBIn 2019, there were 426 reported incidents of gunfire in Portland, Oregon. 110 people were struck by gunfire during this time period as well, which means on average, every three days, an individual in the City of Portland is struck by gunfire. The Portland Police Bureau’s Gun Violence Reduction Team (GVRT) combines police investigations, technology and relationships with the community to respond to and help prevent further violence. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/...
NewsBeat 05 - February 2020
January 31, 2020 20:57 - 8.46 MBThe Department of Justice finds the City of Portland in substantial compliance; East Precinct Officers rescue three people from a burning car; PPB celebrates Black History Month; The Bike Theft Task Force asks you to please register your bike and Mark Your Calendars for future hiring events. More: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/newsbeat
NewsBeat 04 - January 2020
January 07, 2020 15:20 - 7.9 MBIn this episode: The Portland Police Bureau has a new Chief, a look at how the Gun Violence Reduction Team keeps the community safe, Precinct Spotlight: East Precinct, the Bureau's new Wellness Program and an historic badge. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/750938
Driving Under the Influence
December 16, 2019 15:19 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBDriving under the influence, or driving while impaired; whether it's alcohol, illegal drugs, marijuana, driving while impaired can and has killed on the streets of Portland. It's impact is far reaching from those who are injured or killed to those who are responsible. Sgt. Nick Newby talks about his experience being hit by a drunk driver.
NewsBeat 03 - December 2019
December 04, 2019 17:36 - 7.76 MBDriving Under the Influence, Active Shooter Response information, Package Theft from porches and cars and tips to avoid charity fraud. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/newsbeat
The Sunshine Division
November 19, 2019 18:17 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBThe Portland Police Sunshine Division provides free emergency food and clothing to people in our community. We wanted to take a closer look at this long time agency and find out why police are involved, and how people can access it's services. Officer Matt Tobey acts as liaison between the Portland Police bureau and Kyle Camberg, is the Executive Director. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/747308
NewsBeat 02 - November 2019
November 01, 2019 17:04 - 4.83 MBNovember is Fraud Awareness Month and the Portland Police Bureau would like to remind you that phone scams are a common way people are victimized by scammers. One popular scam is a caller impersonating police or sheriff departments. https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/newsbeat
Domestic Violence Reduction Unit
October 18, 2019 17:14 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBOn average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. In our own community, Portland police officers respond to domestic violence calls every day. Those calls are then turned over to a specialized unit. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/744646
NEWS Beat 001
September 27, 2019 18:34This episode covers recent Traffic Missions, Street Racing, Bias Crimes and the work of the Gun Violence Reduction Team. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/742871
NewsBeat 01 - October 2019
September 27, 2019 18:34 - 5.7 MBThis episode covers recent Traffic Missions, Street Racing, Bias Crimes and the work of the Gun Violence Reduction Team. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/742871
Inside the PPB Sexual Assault Unit
September 04, 2019 16:39 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBGo inside the Portland Police Bureau's Sexual Assault Unit to find out about sexual assaults and the innovative work that being is done. "The one thing that is important for victims of sexual assault to know is that you're going to be heard and your voice is going to be powerful. Yes, we do like to arrest rapists, and that is a focal point of our unit, but the victim advocacy portion combined with an investigation, I think, is the best model. It's the most progressive model out there today....
Demonstration Events: Behind the Scenes
August 15, 2019 16:50 - 24.4 MBEvery year the City of Portland has hundreds of demonstrations and protests. Most end peacefully and do not make the news, but recent violent encounters have raised the public interest as well as provide a few misconceptions. Go behind the scenes to find out what it takes to plan for and manage a large scale demonstration in the City of Portland. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/739887
Chief Outlaw: Protesting in Portland
August 08, 2019 17:22 - 20 MBChief Daniel Outlaw provides some perspective on how recent large scale events have affected the City of Portland and the Portland Police Bureau. Transcript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/739002
Drugs In Portland
June 28, 2019 13:49 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBTranscript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/735629 What drugs are in Portland, how do they get on our streets or in our communities, and what is the Drugs and Vice Division doing about it? Commander Art Nakamura leads the division, which we commonly call DVD. They are responsible for investigating drug trafficking organizations and money laundering. Also: Can you report a bad driver after the fact to Police? And how many Officer Involved Shootings happen in Portland?
Crime Trends and Solutions in Portland's 3 Precincts
June 04, 2019 14:58 - 34.2 MBTranscript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/733720 Portland has three precincts, Central, East, and North precinct. Police Commanders for each precinct provide some insights into what is going on in each of their precincts and some of the creative strategies they're using to address crime.
Learn about PPB's Behavioral Health Unit
May 07, 2019 18:08 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBTranscript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/730616 The Behavioral Health Unit coordinates the Police Bureau's response to people in behavioral crisis, whether it's from a suspected mental illness or a drug and alcohol addiction or both. Also we answer the question: "Is the thin blue line a counter to Black Lives Matter?"
Traffic in Portland, Ore
May 07, 2019 17:29 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBTranscript: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/729721 Traffic a popular topic for officers at community meetings and whether you travel by vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle, foot, bus, streetcar, MAX train or scooter, you're navigating Portland's roads with a lot of other users out on the road as well. Our Portland police traffic officers two are here today to talk about all issues. Also we answer the question: Why do police park on the sidewalk, block MAX tracks or block traffic wh...
How to become a Portland Police Officer
May 07, 2019 17:12 - 29.7 MBTranscript: www.portlandoregon.gov/police/article/729726 The Portland police bureau currently faces that critical staffing shortage as retirements come in large ways, the bureau faces more than 100 vacancies. Next year, in August, 2020, another large retirement is expected to occur. That's why today we're talking about everything recruitment and hiring. We also listen in on a seasoned officer's conversation with a new recruit.