30 Best Public Safety Podcasts

1. The PIO Podcast

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The PIO Podcast is a platform for Public Information Officers (PIO's) and Public Affairs Officers (PAO's) in public sector organizations, including Police, Fire, EMS, FEMA, state, local, and federal government organizations. The podcast aims to facilitate learning, growth, and discussion of issues that PIO's/PAO's may encounter within their profession. If you would like to support the podcast and connect with other PIO's/PAO's, please email us at thepiopodcast@gmail.com.MORE Host Robert Tornabene
Producer/Network Robert Tornabene
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 19Facebook 160Twitter 812 Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Since Dec 2020 Get Email Contact Get Influential Podcasters ContactsGet access to 500k active Podcasts in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted podcast contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the categories of Podcasters you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share active Podcasters list with verified email contacts in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. The Shield Within

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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshieldwithin/subscribeThe Shield Within is an interview-style Officer Wellness podcast. The Shield Within features a 30-year veteran police officer and a licensed clinical Therapist. The Shield Within focuses on trauma and healing for public safety, their spouses, and family members. Join Dr. David and Marc the Cop as we use our healing-through-humor approach to mental health. The issues discussed on The Shield Within Podcast do not reflect the opinions of any specific agency. They are the views of the host and the guest...MORE Hosts Dr. David Buchanan, Marc Basye
Producer/Network The Shield Within
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 15Facebook 735 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Reducing Crime

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A monthly podcast featuring conversations with influential thinkers in the police service and leading crime and policing researchers working to advance public safety. Often amusing, often enlightening, always informative. Jerry Ratcliffe (professor and former police officer) chats to a range of international guests covering police, policing, crime science, criminology, criminal justice, and public safety policy. Details and transcripts at reducingcrime.com/podcast.MORE Host Jerry Ratcliffe
Producer/Network Jerry Ratcliffe
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 88Facebook 153Twitter 4K Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Since Jul 2018 Get Email Contact

4. On Scene First with Tracy Eldridge

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On Scene First with Tracy Eldridge is designed to bridge the gap between public safety professionals and needed industry resources. It is centralized on the goal of bringing entertaining, educational, and empowering interviews with public safety difference-makers to discuss new technology, out-of-the-box thinking, and mental health resources to save lives on both sides of the call.Tracy began her career in 1997 as a 9-1-1 dispatcher and then became the Chief Dispatcher in Rochester, MA in 2003. Although she has left the 9-1-1 center, she still serves her community as a call firefighter/EMT...MORE Host Tracy Eldridge
Producer/Network Tracy Eldridge
Email ****@onscenefirst.com
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 34Facebook 6.9K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. CCW Podcast

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Citizens' Crime Watch is an organization all about promoting public safety in creative ways and this podcast is no different! On the CCW Podcast you'll find different topics ranging from basic safety tips and awareness to heavier subjects like domestic violence and gang activity. With our different partnerships in the public safety space well bring on a new guest every episode to discuss these themes.MORE Host Joseph Bermudez
Producer/Network Citizens' Crime Watch of Miami-Dade
Email ****@ccwmiamidade.org
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1Facebook 980Twitter 1KInstagram 898 Avg Length 43 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Off the Record

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Learn about public safety issues, interesting and notable cases, and how our office is working both in the courtroom and in the community to provide the highest level of public safety through prosecution, prevention and innovation.MORE Hosts Catrina Ranum, Courtney Martin
Producer/Network Sacramento County District Attorney's Office
Email ****@sacda.org
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 27Facebook 6.9KTwitter 4K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Since Oct 2018 Get Email Contact

7. Public Safety First, a FirstNet Authority Podcast

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The 'Public Safety First' podcast gives first responders and other public safety professionals a front-row seat and invites them to join the discussion about FirstNet, America's first nationwide wireless broadband network dedicated to public safety. Hosted by Dave Buchanan, Director of the First Responder Network Authority's Advocacy Team, the podcast features first responders, industry leaders, experts in the field, and others in the public safety technology ecosystem.MORE Host Dave Buchanan
Producer/Network Hosted by Dave Buchanan, Executive Director of the First Responder Network Authority’s Advocacy Team, the podcast features first responders, industry leaders, experts in the field, and others in the public safety technology ecosystem.
Email ****@firstnet.gov
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 17Facebook 15.5KTwitter 16.3KInstagram 2.7K Avg Length 17 min Format Short form Since Jul 2018 Get Email Contact

8. Campus Safety Voices

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A podcast from Campus Safety featuring important and timely conversations with those charged with the public safety, security, and emergency management of schools, universities, and healthcare facilities.MORE Host Amy Brennan Rock
Producer/Network Campus Safety Magazine
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Apple Reviews 2Facebook 12.8KTwitter 6.5KInstagram 689 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Since Jan 2021 Get Email Contact

9. Tune In with Michigan's Public Safety Communications System

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Tune In with MPSCS is a production of Michigan's Public Safety Communications System. MPSCS provides a stable, secure framework with advanced technology for interoperable communications among local, state, federal, tribal and private first responders. Join us as we talk tech with staff and first responder partners. Thank you for listening.MORE Host Judy Like
Producer/Network Michigan's Public Safety Communications System
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Twitter 1.5K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Since Apr 2021 Get Email Contact

10. The Community Safety Podcast

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?️ Dive into real-life perspectives on The Community Safety Podcast! Discover firsthand experiences as a Murder Detective, Domestic Violence Survivor, Undercover Police Officer, and even from a Drug Dealer's viewpoint. Our podcast unpacks overlooked subjects, offering vital insights into community safety.Join us in exploring these intricate realities shaping our neighbourhoods. But it doesn't stop there! Engage with us as we not only discuss these issues but also brainstorm innovative solutions to create safer communities.Be part of the change. www.thecommunitysafetypodcast.co.uk/podcastMORE Host Jim Nixon
Producer/Network Jim Nixon
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 227 Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Since May 2021 Get Email Contact

11. Call to Service

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5.11's Call to Service gives insight to the public safety professional through interviews with some of the most accomplished individuals in their field. The mission of this show is to serve as a platform for sharing information. We will have guests from a variety of assignments and backgrounds, as well as, nationally recognized instructors, and leaders of industry joining us. We hope you enjoy the show, but more importantly, we hope you benefit from the content to always be ready.MORE Producer/Network Will Ayres
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 66Facebook 1.6MTwitter 132.4KInstagram 1.2M Avg Length 48 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

12. 911...ish

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This is a podcast about public safety, by the people behind the radios and phones of a 911 center.
Producer/Network Jeff
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10 Avg Length 74 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

13. Between the Lines

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Between the Lines is produced by the Georgia Public Safety Training Center. We have real discussions about real issues in public safety.
Producer/Network GPSTC
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7Facebook 24.8KTwitter 1.3KInstagram 3.7K Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Since Sep 2019 Get Email Contact

14. FirstDue2Success

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This podcast is for anybody within the fire service or public safety! We will discuss leadership, professional development and growth along with general fire and EMS topics. You can expect to get reality from this podcast! At no point am I or anybody within this profession a perfect leader! All discussions and views are based on my own personal opinion.MORE Host Brandon Johnston
Producer/Network Brandon Johnston
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 423Instagram 1.4K Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

15. Mapping Tech in Public Safety

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Welcome to Mapping Tech in Public Safety with Chris and Steve.This podcast is about Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and how it integrates with Public Safety. Learn about GIS Mapping Technology and how public safety organizations use this technology for major incidents, pre-planning, special events, daily operations, etc.MORE Producer/Network Chris Rogers & Steve Pollackov
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3Twitter 80 Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

16. Doin' Time with the Sheriff

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A sneak peek into public safety in Pitkin County, from special events and trends in policing to other major issues or issues in the County that may impact you. You'll also hear from members of the Pitkin County Sheriff's Office as we highlight special projects and programs within the Office.MORE Host Alex Burchetta
Producer/Network Pitkin County Sheriff's Office
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4Facebook 6.7KTwitter 3.8KInstagram 2.3K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

17. First Due Command Post Podcast

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Leaders from fire and EMS join First Due's Tom Louis to share how they're taking command of ideas and programs that are leading public safety into the future.
Producer/Network Command Post Podcast Powered by First Due
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7Facebook 2.7KTwitter 256Instagram 738 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

18. The Tactical In-Service

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A podcast for law enforcement officers. Stay up to date on changes in the law, as former prosecutor and founder of Tactical Legal Solutions, Erik Scramlin breaks down the cases that affect public safety.MORE Host Erik Scramlin
Producer/Network Erik Scramlin
Email ****@tacticalattorney.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 19Facebook 396 Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. Public Safety and Beyond

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Not politically correct. Not afraid to speak the truth. Politics and public safety. Dangerous political rhetoric on the American way of life and the reality of law enforcement, fire service, EMS and private security.MORE Producer/Network The Spirited American
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 23 min Format Medium form Since Jul 2019 Get Email Contact

20. The COPreneur Path Podcast

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Growing a successful post-law enforcement business has unique challenges. Each Monday, join Adam Wills, a law enforcement veteran turned business and marketing expert, as he interviews guests who are experts in business or are managing their own entrepreneurial journey from cop to COPreneur. If you have a law enforcement side hustle, want to explore post-law enforcement entrepreneurship, or just want to hear some great business and marketing advice, this is the podcast for you.MORE Host Adam Wills
Producer/Network Adam Wills
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 18 Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Since Sep 2020 Get Email Contact

21. Chiefs' Chat

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An informational discussion of public safety issues hosted by City of Crystal Police Chief Stephanie Revering and West Metro Fire-Rescue District Fire Chief Sarah Larson in the northwest Twin Cities Metro Area, in Minnesota.MORE Hosts Stephanie Revering, Sarah Larson
Producer/Network City of Crystal
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 21 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

22. AMU In Public Safety Matters

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Public safety professionals face ongoing challenges and struggles. American Military University brings you In Public Safety Matters, a podcast featuring experts in law enforcement, corrections, the fire service, and municipal leadership discussing some of the most relevant and challenging issues in public safety today. To learn more, visit AMUonline.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Producer/Network American Military University
Email ****@apei.com
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Since Jan 2019 Get Email Contact

23. SecurityPoliceNews

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Talk show with today's latest news about security and law enforcement.
Host Rick McCann
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24. On Duty Podcast

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Public Safety Outreach and Education
Producer/Network Chief Deputy Herbert Blake
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1Twitter 2 Avg Length 6 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

25. Mindful Public Safety

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Center for Mindfulness in Public Safety provides research-based training/consulting in Mindfulness-Based Interventions (MBI's) such as Mindfulness-Based Wellness & Resiliency (MBWR).
Host Fleet Maull
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26. Smart Firefighting

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Smart Firefighting Podcast covers real-world deployments of smart technologies through conversations with technologists, innovators, companies, and forward-thinking public safety and government agencies. Learn from interviews with leaders as they share their insights and offer their expertise every week!​Host Kevin Sofen is a co-founding member of the Smart First Responder Community who loves to explore change management and technology in public safety.MORE Host Kevin Sofen
Producer/Network Smart Firefighting
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 28Facebook 2.3KTwitter 226 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Since Nov 2017 Get Email Contact

27. Public Safety Talk Radio

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The podcast for all of our heroes in public safety including law enforcement professionals, firefighters, EMTs, corrections officers, healthcare workers, and more. The show is produced by the POCUA and is founded upon its Soundness Initiative.MORE Email ****@btcinc.org
Facebook 184 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Since Jun 2020 Get Email Contact

28. Brainstorm 911 - The Podcast

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Approximately 100,000 public safety communicators go to work each day. They answer millions of 9-1-1 calls, dispatch first responders, handle administrative calls, and document information in the background, often going unnoticed and underappreciated. This podcast explores the work of these frontline heroes and offers insights into the industry. Part training, part venting, and always from the heart, episodes will dive into topics of interest to those working in the industry, review research on various related topics, and present observations of the host, guests, and listeners.MORE Producer/Network Dan L. Lewis, Ed.D, ENP
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