Safariland Blog

The 5 Most Interesting Law Enforcement Podcasts

September 30, 2009 at 12:44 by Max Leaver

Posted in General

Regardless of your role in law enforcement, there is always a need for more knowledge. However, finding good information on the internet can often be a difficult and time consuming process.

Luckily, over the past few years, Podcasts have become a great way to get information on-demand easily. Below are my top 5 law enforcement podcasts.

CopCast.net is an irreverent weekly podcast “for cops, by cops” discussing the latest in news and tech in law enforcement.

The U.S. Federal Law Enforcement Training Center produces several free podcasts with tips and techniques across the law enforcement spectrum, from proper evidence handling to interrogation techniques to officer liability.

Inside the NYPD is the official podcast of the New York City Police Department. It features updates on high-profile incidents (for instance, interviews with the first responders to the January 15, 2009 US Airways plane crash in the Hudson River), crime prevention tips for the general public and happenings and updates in the department.

Another agency podcast, Inside the FBI is the official podcast of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Each week, the podcast covers tips and techniques for both law enforcement and the general public, items of historic interest and happenings within the Bureau.

One of the few law enforcement podcasts available in both audio and video formats, CrimeTime is a discussion-style podcast featuring a panel of guests from across the law enforcement spectrum. Topics range from how the latest news effects law enforcement to proper techniques and tactics.

So, which podcasts do you listen to?

SWAT Hands

August 6, 2009 at 08:27 by Mike Finley

Posted in General | Hard Armor | Less Lethal

In looking at a typical law enforcement officer, it is difficult to distinguish whether that officer is a SWAT officer, or a patrol officer. You can’t go by their physique; even the officer working in the Auto Pound works out. You can’t go with the gait, (or as non-SWAT people call it, the “arrogant strut”); there are quite a few officers that possess more than their fare share of arrogance. You sure can’t determine if an officer is a SWAT officer or not by the holstered hair dryer; more and... Read More »

A Huge Step Forward for Gun Rights

June 2, 2009 at 16:32 by James Dawson

Posted in Duty Gear | General

Following in the steps of the United States Supreme Court’s Heller decision reaffirming the individual nature of the Second Amendment, there was a major victory for gun rights in the 9th Circuit Court, which covers California, Oregon, Hawaii, Washington, Arizona and other western states. Read More »

Need New Vests? BVP to the Rescue!

May 20, 2009 at 10:41 by Pennington Way

Posted in Body Armor | General | Hard Armor

So, your department needs new body armor but budgets are a bit tight? The U.S. DOJ’s Bulletproof Vest Program (BVP) may be the perfect solution! On May 13, 2009, the FY 2009 BVP program began accepting applications. The program is a DOJ initiative designed to provide a critical funding resource for state and local law enforcement to purchase body armor and related equipment... Read More »

Pushing Rope

May 19, 2009 at 14:19 by Matt Foster

Posted in Firearms Accessories | General

Ever heard the phrase “Pushing Rope”?, meaning doing something that doesn’t work. This weekend I was reminded why nothing beats having a cleaning rod available while shooting. At a recent Speed Steel match, I encountered a number of malfunctions. Given I was using a variety of ammo I had begged, borrowed or stolen from friends, this wasn’t a surprise. On the bright side I got lots of practice doing mag changes and jam clearing. Read More »

CCW Potty Training

January 20, 2009 at 08:04 by Mike Shire

Posted in Duty Gear | General

At minimum, a weapon complicates things in your normal toilet routine. Without the proper precautions things can get quite eventful. Imagine the embarrassment of having to ask the person in the stall next to you to return your weapon. Or imagine the risk of an accidental discharge or even diving to fetch your weapon. Trust me…if that happens fetching your weapon is just a part of the problem. Read More »

Get Advice From Our Top Experts

January 14, 2009 at 19:11 by Rich Shafer

Posted in General

You can now read advice and ideas directly from our top experts. On the left of this page are links to eight category blogs where our experts have been given a (metaphorical) microphone to speak directly to those of you that use, buy and sell the products they bring to the market. We're going to make this an extremely focused 'online magazine' that will help you in your line of work. Some of our experts design the products, others have decades of law enforcement experience and several... Read More »