Episodes

  • Human Trafficking Awareness: OBN's You Are Not Alone Campaign

    Human Trafficking Awareness: OBN's You Are Not Alone Campaign
    Jan 31 2025
    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.
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    22 mins
  • Protect OK: See Something, Say Something

    Protect OK: See Something, Say Something
    Jan 6 2025
    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 Fry, 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.
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    21 mins
  • Training for Tomorrow: Connecting Law Enforcement and Communities

    Training for Tomorrow: Connecting Law Enforcement and Communities
    Nov 6 2024
    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.
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    28 mins
  • Uncovering the Unseen: The Role of Background Investigators

    Uncovering the Unseen: The Role of Background Investigators
    Oct 2 2024
    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.
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    34 mins
  • The Faces Behind the Show: Meet Your Hosts

    The Faces Behind the Show: Meet Your Hosts
    Sep 4 2024
    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!
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    56 mins
  • Understanding the Law: The Role of General Counsel in Law Enforcement.

    Understanding the Law: The Role of General Counsel in Law Enforcement.
    Aug 5 2024
    In this episode, OBN Training Specialist Hannah speaks with James 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.
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    27 mins
  • Beyond the Numbers: Stories of Fentanyl Overdose

    Beyond the Numbers: Stories of Fentanyl Overdose
    Jul 2 2024
    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.
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    55 mins
  • Sash and Substance: Exploring Miss Oklahoma and Fentanyl Awareness Advocacy

    Sash and Substance: Exploring Miss Oklahoma and Fentanyl Awareness Advocacy
    May 16 2024
    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.
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    37 mins